Canadian Tire Centre guide: schedule, start times, food, parking and bag policy

Canadian Tire Centre holds up to 17,010 fans and is home to Ottawa Senators (NHL). This page lists every remaining home game with its start time, and the arena's doors, food, parking and bag rules.

When are the remaining home games?

34 home games left, starting Sat Nov 7, 2026. Times are local (Eastern).

When do the doors open at Canadian Tire Centre?

Doors open 90 minutes before puck drop for Ottawa Senators games. Unless otherwise stated, doors open 60 minutes before non-Senators events. (source)

Before you go

• Bags: Bags are restricted to clutch or wallet style bags smaller than 4 in x 6 in x 1.5 in, which are subject to contactless security screening. Hard-sided bags and backpacks are not permitted. Exceptions are made for guests who require a bag for medical devices or childcare/diaper bags; these guests must enter at Gate 3. Onsite bag checks are not available. Bag policy.
• Payment: Canadian Tire Centre is a cash-free venue that only accepts debit and credit cards, including major contactless payment methods.
• Getting there: OC Transpo runs 400-series event routes directly to Canadian Tire Centre for major events, requiring regular fare: Route 404 from Tunney's Pasture Station, Route 405 from Orleans via Trim and Place d'Orleans Stations, and Route 406 from Barrhaven via Riverview, Strandherd, Fallowfield and Limebank stops. Local Route 162 serves the venue from Kanata and Stittsville daily, though it detours away from the arena starting about an hour before major events. Parking and transit.
• Food: Outside food or beverages purchased outside Canadian Tire Centre are not permitted. Empty re-fillable water bottles are allowed, and water filling stations are located throughout the venue.

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