Final Four matchups set for Montreal and Edmonton

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Eastern and Western Finals presented by Wegovy® to kick off at 3 and 6:30 p.m. ET on November 7

TORONTO – The Canadian Football League (CFL) Division Finals presented by Wegovy® are set with four teams vying for a spot in the 113th Grey Cup.

  • Eastern Final: November 7 at 3 p.m. ET | WPG at MTL
  • Western Final: November 7 at 6:30 p.m. ET | BC at EDM

The victors will meet in the 113th Grey Cup, at McMahon Stadium on Sunday, November 15, at 6 p.m. ET/5 p.m. MT. The championship features the Bud Light Grey Cup Halftime Show headlined by Riley Green, Sarah McLachlan performing the national anthem, a special pre-game performance from Blue Rodeo’s Jim Cuddy and Greg Keelor, and James Barker Band in the SiriusXM Grey Cup Kickoff Show. Coverage will be available across Canada on TSN, CTV, RDS, Crave and internationally on CFL+. Tickets are available at Ticketmaster.

From November 11 to 15, the Cenovus Energy 2026 Grey Cup Festival will feature a full slate of free and ticketed events celebrating football, music and community spirit. Fans can look forward to concerts, family-friendly activities, cultural showcases and a chance to get closer to the Grey Cup than ever before. For more information, visit greycupfestival.ca.

The competing teams manage media accreditation during the Grey Cup Playoffs. Participation may be subject to CFL approval.

POSTSEASON RECORDS – GREY CUP PLAYOFFS

  • Montreal | 42-37 (.532)
  • Edmonton | 60-47 (.561)
  • BC | 25-37 (.403)
  • Winnipeg | 69-53-2 (.565)

EASTERN FINAL
​Winnipeg Blue Bombers at Montreal Alouettes ​
​Percival Molson Stadium
​Saturday, November 7 at 3 p.m. ET
​Canadian broadcast: TSN1, TSN3, CTV, Crave and RDS ​
​US/International broadcast: CFL+
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​NEED TO KNOW

  • Eastern Final appearances: Winnipeg (12), Montreal (38).
  • The two teams have met once in the Eastern Final in 2000: WPG 24 – MTL 35
  • Montreal will be making a fifth straight appearance in the Division Final.
  • Montreal last hosted the Division Final in 2024.
  • The two teams met last season in the Eastern Semi-Final: MTL 42 – WPG 33.
  • The Blue Bombers are 25-34 (.424) as the visiting team in the Grey Cup Playoffs, while the Alouettes are 29-11 (.725) at home.
  • Since 1973, the Eastern Final host is 33-17 (.660) in a single-game elimination format.
  • The teams split the season series.
  • Playoff records:
    • Head coaches: Mike O’Shea (8-4) and Jason Maas (7-4).
    • Starting quarterbacks: Dru Brown (1-1) and Davis Alexander (2-0).
  • Season series totals:
    • WPG: Brady Oliveira | 25 carries, 150 rushing yards (6.0 yards per carry), one TD
    • WPG: Ontaria Wilson | 14 catches, 223 receiving yards, three TDs
    • WPG: Trey Vaval | 11 defensive tackles
    • MTL: Alexander | 697 passing yards, five touchdowns, 70.4 completion percentage
    • MTL: Tyler Snead | 14 catches, 224 receiving yards, three TDs
    • MTL: Tyson Philpot | 18 catches, 294 receiving yards, one TD

WESTERN FINAL
​BC Lions at Edmonton Elks
​Play Alberta Field at Commonwealth Stadium
​Saturday, November 7 at 4:30 p.m. PT/5:30 p.m. MT/6:30 p.m. ET
​Canadian broadcast: TSN1, TSN3, TSN 4 and RDS ​
​US/International broadcast: CFL+
​Purchase tickets

NEED TO KNOW

  • Division Final appearances: BC (26) and Edmonton (46).
  • Seven previous meetings in the Western Final (EDM 5 – BC 2).
  • Most recent: 2011 | EDM 23 – BC 40
  • Edmonton last hosted the Western Final in 2015.
  • The Lions are 11-28 (.282) as the visiting team in the Grey Cup Playoffs, while Edmonton is 39-16 (.709) at home.
  • Since 1972, the Western Final host is 32-20 (.615).
  • The teams split the season series.
  • Playoff records:
    • Head coaches: Buck Pierce (2-1) and Mark Kilam (0-0)
    • Starting quarterbacks: Nathan Rourke (3-2) and Cody Fajardo (3-3).
  • Season series standouts:
    • BC: Rourke | Week 5 | 320 passing yards, one TD, 75.0 completion percentage
    • BC: Keon Hatcher Sr. | nine catches, 175 receiving yards, one TD ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​
    • BC: Jackson Findlay | 13 defensive tackles, one interception
    • EDM: Fajardo | 677 passing yards, four TDs, 69.3 completion percentage
    • EDM: Austin Mack | 12 catches, 180 receiving yards (15 yards per catch), one TD
    • EDM: Justin Rankin | 30 touches, 174 yards from scrimmage
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Profile: A seasoned Canadian football analyst with a deep understanding of the league’s tactical and cultural dimensions. This columnist delivers weekly coverage that blends data‑driven insight, historical context, and storytelling that connects fans to the heart of the three‑down game. Background: With years of experience following the CFL’s evolution, the columnist has contributed to national sports outlets and regional broadcasts, offering perspective on coaching trends, roster construction, and player development. Academic training in sports media and analytics informs a methodical approach to coverage, emphasizing clarity and accuracy. Signature Coverage Areas: Game previews and tactical breakdowns Player performance analytics and scouting reports CFL Draft and free‑agency analysis Historical retrospectives and Grey Cup features Style & Approach: The writing combines statistical precision with narrative depth, translating complex strategies into accessible insights for fans and bettors alike. Each piece reflects a commitment to balanced reporting, respect for the CFL’s heritage, and enthusiasm for its modern evolution.