TORONTO — The 2026 Canadian Football League (CFL) Winter Meetings in Calgary get underway January 12-14.

As part of the annual event, Team Presidents, General Managers, Head Coaches, Commissioner Stewart Johnston, League Office personnel and CFL Players’ Association representatives will participate in various meetings to plan for the upcoming campaign and discuss topics related to the future of the league.

Commissioner Johnston will conduct a virtual availability on Wednesday, January 14, in anticipation of his second season that will be live streamed on CFL+.

A General Managers and Head Coaches Media Day will also be conducted on Monday, January 12.

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2026 WINTER MEETINGS DISCUSSION TOPICS

The following list is non-exhaustive. Discussion topics may or may not lead to changes.

Application of rule changes

Cascading tactical rules required to implement structural changes announced in September (e.g. last three-minute rules)

Additional rule changes

Annual review of proposed rule changes brought to the rules committee (e.g. short yardage plays/modifying or reducing quarterback sneaks/pre-snap penalties)

Overtime

Potential format adjustments during the regular season

Replay Centre

Negotiation Lists

American player draft as a possible alternative to acquiring and managing U.S. player rights

Olympic guidelines

2028 CFL Schedule
CFL player eligibility and participation limits for camps and/or LA28

Playoffs

Potential adjustments to the Grey Cup Playoff format for future seasons

Free Agency and Communication Window

Potential adjustments to format and timeline

Additional on-uniform branding opportunities

New league-wide commercial inventory

End of season player recognition

Potential format adjustments to CFL Awards and All-CFL Teams

Contingency planning related to inclement weather

Communication, team guidelines, stadium operations, fan experience, etc.

Player compensation transparency