How to Watch Oscars 2026 Live in Canada Free

Canadians can watch the Oscars live on CTV.ca via its website or mobile app, but this requires a cable TV subscription.

For cord-cutters, free streaming available on ITVX (UK), and 7Plus (Australia).

Hulu will also stream the Oscars for the first time, and new subscribers can watch for free with a 30-day trial.

However, to access these services in Canada, you’ll need a VPN like NordVPN due to content restrictions.

Oscars 2026 will air on Sunday, March 15th, at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT from Dolby Theatre, Hollywood.

This guide will show you the best ways to watch the 97th Academy Awards live in Canada, including free options.

How to Watch Oscars Live on Hulu in Canada for Free?

Hulu will stream the Oscars 2026 live for the first time on its basic plan. If you are new subscriber, you can take advantage of Hulu’s 30-day free trial.

Here’s how you can watch Oscars 2026 live online on Hulu in Canada:

1. Subscribe and download to a reliable streaming VPN. I highly recommend NordVPN.
2. Fire up a VPN, sign in and connect to the US server.
3. Visit Hulu’s website and sign up for a basic plan. You can use gift card, or US virtual prepaid cards to pay for Hulu. for more check “Best ways to pay for Hulu from Canada.“
4. Watch the Oscars live online in Canada for free by availing Hulu’s 30-day free trial.

How to Watch Oscars Live in Canada on ITVX for Free?

ITVX offers a free live stream of the Oscars 2026 in the UK.

Here’s how you can access it in Canada:

1. Subscribe to NordVPN and connect to a UK server.
2. Go to the ITVX website and sign up for a free account.
3. Stream the Oscars 2026 live for free.

Oscars Live Streaming Online on 7Plus for Free?

7Plus provides free streaming of the Oscars in Australia. Follow these steps to watch in Canada:

1. Get NordVPN and connect to an Australian server.
2. Visit the 7Plus website and sign up for a free account.
3. Stream the Oscars live for free.

Where Else Can I Watch Academy Awards Live Online in Canada?

ABC will broadcast the Oscars live, but you’ll need a live TV streaming service like:

• Hulu + Live TV
• Sling TV
• Fubo TV
• YouTube TV
• DirecTV Stream

These services are expensive and unavailable in Canada without a VPN.

Where can Americans watch Oscars online if they are Traveling to Abroad?

Americans traveling abroad can watch the Oscars live on Hulu or ABC using services like:

• YouTube TV
• Sling TV
• DirecTV Stream
• Fubo TV
• Hulu + Live TV

If they don’t have these subscriptions, they can stream the Oscars for free on ITVX, or 7Plus using a VPN.

Who Will Host the Oscars ?

After Jimmy Kimmel hosted in 2024 (and 2017, 2018 and 2023), Conan O’Brien steps in to host the Oscars for the first time.