For 70 years, Canadians across this great country have gathered around their TVs on Saturday nights to enjoy the beloved tradition of Hockey Night in Canada. It's a time-honored ritual that brings families and communities together, transcending geographical and economic barriers. Whether you’re in a bustling urban center, a rural town, or a remote village, people of all financial means have been able to access this cultural staple thanks to its broadcast on the CBC.

Hockey Night in Canada is more than just a sports show; it is woven into the very fabric of our national identity. It’s our weekly communal event, where Canadians, regardless of background, come together to celebrate our country’s favorite sport. It’s part of what makes us Canadian. However, the recent proposals to move this beloved program to a pay-per-view service, accessible only via satellite, cable, or streaming network, threaten to erode this critical piece of Canadian culture.

For many, especially those in low-income households, students, and seniors, accessing content only through costly subscriptions is simply not feasible. Shifting Hockey Night in Canada away from free-to-air public broadcasting increases the divide, creating a scenario where only those who can pay have access to the game.

Preserving Hockey Night in Canada on the CBC is about more than just entertainment; it is about ensuring that Canada’s game remains accessible to all. This is an appeal to the powers at be – the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation and governmental authorities – to maintain the free-to-air broadcasts of Hockey Night in Canada, keeping our national pastime available to everyone, not just those who can afford it.

We call upon the CBC and related stakeholders to preserve the legacy and inclusivity of Hockey Night in Canada, keeping it on the CBC where it belongs. Please sign this petition to ensure this cherished Canadian tradition continues to be available to all Canadians at no cost. Our culture and identity as Canadians depend on it.