Last updated: November 10, 2026
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CBC is Canada's public broadcaster. Its website and apps stream live TV and radio, carry news and shows, and let viewers watch on phones, tablets and connected TVs.
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Is CBC down right now?
CBC is working for most viewers right now, with no sign of a wide outage.
The CBC status on this page is built from live reports by viewers. When reports jump, the website or one of the apps is usually struggling. A calm chart means the streams and pages are fine.
Is CBC down for me or everyone?
Reports from many provinces at the same time point to a wider CBC outage. Reports from one city only point to a local fault or your own connection. Test a live stream on the website and in the app, since a real outage breaks both.
Live streams failing on the website
The live TV player on the website is the part that fails most often. Viewers press play and get a black screen, a spinning wheel, or a stream that never starts.
Browser settings cause many of these failures. A browser that blocks autoplay can stop the player before it starts.
CBC Listen and live radio problems
CBC Listen live radio draws steady complaints when streams cut out or refuse to load. A live radio stream can play on one device and fail in a browser on the same network. Refreshing the page or switching browsers often clears it.
The CBC News app not loading
The CBC News app can freeze on its opening screen or fail to load fresh stories. Force close the app, then open it again. If stories still fail to load, remove the app and install it fresh.
Video on demand and missing episodes
Full episodes on the website can vanish from a show page or refuse to play. Rights limits block some videos outside Canada, and the player shows a plain error instead.
Common CBC Problems and Fixes
Most faults clear once the service settles, but these steps fix the ones on your side.
The live stream shows a black screen
Allow audio and video autoplay for the site in your browser settings. Turn off ad blockers for the page, then reload it. If the stream still fails, try a different browser on the same device.
Live radio on CBC Listen keeps cutting out
Close other tabs and apps that use heavy bandwidth. A stream that fails in one browser often plays fine in another.
The CBC News app freezes or will not load
Force close the app and open it again. Check your app store for an update. If stories still fail to load, delete the app and install it again, which clears stale data.
A video says it is not available
Check that you are in Canada, since most CBC video is limited to Canadian viewers. Turn off any VPN or proxy, since the player reads your location from your connection. Reload the page after switching it off.
You cannot sign in to your CBC account
Type your password by hand instead of using saved details. Reset the password from the sign-in page if it still fails. Check that the email on the account matches the one you signed up with.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is CBC live TV free to watch on the website?
Yes, the live TV stream on the website is free for viewers in Canada. You do not need an account for the main live channel. Some extra content sits inside CBC Gem instead.
Why does the CBC live stream keep buffering?
Buffering usually means your connection cannot keep up with the stream. Other devices on your network can slow it down. Restart your router and close large downloads, then try again.
How can I listen to CBC radio live on my phone?
Open the CBC Listen app or the CBC Listen pages on the website and pick your local station. If a stream fails, refresh the page or switch browsers.
What should I do when a CBC video will not play?
Allow autoplay in your browser and turn off ad blockers for the page. Then reload the video. If it still fails, test the same video in a different browser to rule out your setup.
Does CBC video work outside Canada?
Most CBC video is limited to viewers inside Canada. The player checks the location of your connection before a stream starts. A VPN can make the player block you even when you are in Canada.
Can I watch CBC on my smart TV?
Yes, CBC shows and live TV run through the CBC Gem app on many smart TVs and streaming devices. The main website also plays on a TV browser. Keep the app updated for the fewest faults.