Ottawa football fans, mark your calendars, the REDBLACKS are bringing training camp back home in 2026, giving the city a front-row seat to the team's pre-season preparations.
After holding training camp away from Ottawa in recent years, the organization has confirmed that the 2026 edition will return to the nation's capital. It's a move that signals both a renewed connection with the local fanbase and a commitment to making the REDBLACKS experience more accessible to Ottawa residents.
What Training Camp Means for Fans
Training camp is one of the best, and most underrated, experiences in professional sports. Unlike regular-season games, camp practices are typically free or low-cost to attend, giving fans a rare opportunity to watch players up close, see who's fighting for a roster spot, and get a feel for the team's direction heading into the season.
For Ottawa families, it's also a great summer outing. Kids can watch their favourite players work through drills, catch autographs on the sidelines, and experience the energy of a CFL team gearing up for battle, all without the price tag of a regular game ticket.
A Boost for Local Pride
Bringing training camp back to Ottawa is more than a logistical decision. It's a statement. The REDBLACKS have had their share of ups and downs in recent seasons, and re-anchoring the team's preparation in the city they represent sends a clear message to the fanbase: this team belongs to Ottawa.
TD Place at Lansdowne Park remains one of the CFL's most intimate and electric venues, and having the team train locally means players and coaches are embedded in the community from day one of the football calendar.
What to Expect
Details on exact dates, practice schedules, and public access are expected to be announced closer to camp. Typically, CFL training camps run in late May through June, with the regular season kicking off in the summer.
Fans are encouraged to follow the Ottawa REDBLACKS on their official channels for updates on open practices, fan events, and any special programming tied to the camp's return.
Get Ready for REDBLACKS Season
Whether you're a die-hard season ticket holder or someone who catches a game or two a year, training camp is worth pencilling into your summer plans. It's free football in Ottawa, and that's always worth showing up for.
Stay tuned for more details as the REDBLACKS release their full 2026 camp schedule.
Source: Ottawa REDBLACKS official announcement via Google News
