OneSoccer
OneSoccer is a Canadian English-language sports television channel and subscription streaming service focused on association football, owned by Timeless Inc. and launched on April 27, 2019, coinciding with the inaugural match of the Canadian Premier League (CPL).[1][2] It serves as the primary broadcaster for the CPL, Canada's top professional domestic league, as well as matches involving the Canada men's and women's national teams, the Canadian Championship, and select Concacaf competitions.[3][4] Available via cable providers and online streaming, OneSoccer has played a central role in expanding access to Canadian soccer content, including live broadcasts, highlights, and original programming.[5] The service has secured additional rights to leagues such as Major League Soccer and Liga MX in its early years, enhancing its coverage of international club football relevant to Canadian audiences.[6] Owned and operated by Canadians under Timeless Inc., led by Scott Mitchell—who also chairs the CPL and Canadian Soccer Business—OneSoccer navigated regulatory challenges, including a 2025 CRTC ruling affirming its domestic control amid carriage disputes with providers like Rogers.[7][8] This positioning has solidified its status as the dedicated hub for soccer in Canada, supporting the sport's growth ahead of major events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup co-hosted by the nation.[9]History
Launch and Early Development
OneSoccer, a digital subscription-based streaming service dedicated to soccer in Canada, was launched by Mediapro Canada on April 27, 2019, immediately preceding the inaugural match of the Canadian Premier League (CPL).[1] The platform emerged from a 10-year media rights agreement between Mediapro and Canadian Soccer Business (CSB), the entity managing commercial rights for Canadian soccer, aimed at establishing a centralized hub for domestic soccer broadcasts.[10] This initiative sought to address the fragmented nature of soccer viewing in Canada by providing comprehensive coverage, including live matches, highlights, and original programming, initially accessible via web browsers on PC and Mac.[11] In its early phase, OneSoccer prioritized the CPL, broadcasting all regular-season games, playoffs, and the Canadian Championship final involving league teams during the 2019 season.[12] The service aired the league's first-ever goal, scored by Ryan Telfer of York9 FC (now York United FC) in the opening match against Forge FC on launch day.[13] Technical expansions followed swiftly, with support added for streaming devices such as Chromecast, Apple TV, and Roku by mid-2019, broadening accessibility beyond desktop users.[11] Mediapro's investment in production infrastructure enabled high-quality streams, including multi-camera setups and commentary tailored to Canadian audiences, fostering early growth in subscriber numbers tied to CPL enthusiasm.[11] The platform's development emphasized building a dedicated soccer ecosystem, incorporating supplementary content like player interviews and tactical analysis to engage fans beyond live events.[12] By the end of its first year, OneSoccer had solidified its role as the primary outlet for CPL content, though it faced challenges in monetization through subscriptions priced at approximately CA$12.99 monthly or CA$140 annually.[1] This foundational period laid the groundwork for expanded rights acquisitions, positioning OneSoccer as a key driver in elevating professional soccer's visibility in Canada.[13]