CBC Schedule March 2026: Day-by-Day Guide and Must-Watch Shows

Jenny Lee February 22, 2026 | 22:50

Looking for the complete CBC schedule for March 2026? Explore full day-by-day listings, primetime highlights, must-watch shows including The National, Marketplace and Call the Midwife, plus how to watch CBC live or on CBC Gem anywhere in Canada.

CBC Schedule March 2026: Day-by-Day Guide and Must-Watch Shows

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March 2026 is one of the most balanced months on CBC Television, blending investigative journalism, Canadian scripted programming, international drama imports and nightly national news coverage.

As Canada’s public broadcaster, CBC follows a structured weekly rhythm. That consistency makes it easier for viewers to plan their evenings — especially in primetime between 8:00pm and 10:00pm.

How CBC Structures Its Week

Before diving into specific dates, here’s how CBC generally builds its week:

Monday–Friday

6:00am – CBC News Morning (regional editions)
12:00pm – Local News at Noon
5:00pm – Local News Hour
6:00pm – CBC News at 6
8:00pm – Scripted or factual primetime
9:00pm – Investigative or documentary programming
10:00pm – The National

Saturday

Cultural programming, Canadian films, sports or specials

Sunday

8:00pm – Flagship drama
9:00pm – Premium documentary or investigative feature

Week 1: March 1–7, 2026

Sunday, March 1

8:00pm – Call the Midwife (New Episode)
CBC continues its Sunday drama tradition with this period medical series. Early March episodes typically build emotional arcs mid-season.

9:00pm – Feature Documentary Premiere
CBC frequently launches long-form factual programming in this slot.

10:00pm – The National (Weekend Edition)

Monday, March 2

8:00pm – Canadian Scripted Drama
Ongoing CBC original series continues weekly arc.

9:00pm – Marketplace
Consumer investigations focusing on fraud, safety standards or public accountability.

10:00pm – The National

Tuesday, March 3

8:00pm – Comedy Block
Two back-to-back 30-minute Canadian comedies.

9:00pm – Factual Series
Rotating social issue or human-interest programming.

Wednesday, March 4

8:00pm – Scripted Series Episode
Midweek drama episode often deepens character storylines.

9:00pm – The Fifth Estate
Longform investigative reporting. March editions often tackle national policy or corporate investigations.

Thursday, March 5

8:00pm – Limited Series / Drama
CBC often places high-quality narrative series here.

9:00pm – Documentary Feature

Friday, March 6

8:00pm – Entertainment Special or Family Programming

9:00pm – Arts and Culture Spotlight

Saturday, March 7

Evening programming includes:

Canadian feature film
Documentary repeats
Light factual entertainment

Week 2: March 8–14, 2026

Sunday remains the strongest night of the week.

Sunday, March 8

8:00pm – Call the Midwife (New Episode)
Mid-season developments increase emotional stakes.

9:00pm – Investigative Special

Monday–Friday Pattern Continues

Marketplace and The Fifth Estate anchor midweek accountability journalism.

Daytime continues:

Regional morning shows
Noon newscasts
Afternoon public affairs programming

Week 3: March 15–21, 2026

This is traditionally when CBC intensifies its investigative lineup.

Sunday, March 15

8:00pm – Call the Midwife
Approaching later-season arc transitions.

9:00pm – Premium Documentary Premiere

Wednesday, March 18

9:00pm – The Fifth Estate Special Investigation
March episodes often become headline-generating reports.

Week 4: March 22–31, 2026

Late March builds toward finales and spring schedule adjustments.

Sunday, March 22

8:00pm – Call the Midwife (Penultimate Episode)
Narrative tension peaks.

9:00pm – Documentary Premiere

Sunday, March 29

8:00pm – Call the Midwife (Season Finale or Near-Finale)
Typically one of CBC’s highest Sunday ratings in March.

9:00pm – Post-Episode Feature or Companion Documentary

Monday, March 30

8:00pm – Spring Drama Preview or One-Off Special

10:00pm – The National

Tuesday, March 31

8:00pm – Comedy or Scripted Season Closer

Must-Watch CBC Shows in March 2026

The National (10:00pm nightly)

CBC’s flagship news program remains essential viewing for national and global coverage. Known for in-depth reporting and panel discussions, it anchors the network’s credibility.

Why watch in March:

Federal policy developments
Economic updates
International affairs coverage

Marketplace (Monday 9:00pm)

One of Canada’s most influential consumer investigation programs.

Why it stands out:

Exposes scams affecting Canadians
Tests product claims
Investigates corporate accountability

The Fifth Estate (Wednesday 9:00pm)

CBC’s longest-running investigative documentary series.

Why March episodes matter:

High-impact investigative journalism
Long-form storytelling
National relevance

Call the Midwife (Sunday 8:00pm)

Although a British import, it remains one of CBC’s strongest Sunday ratings drivers.

Why it works:

Strong character storytelling
Emotional arcs
Consistent primetime performance

Sunday Documentary Features

CBC frequently debuts long-form documentaries in March, including:

Political investigations
Environmental reports
Canadian social issue deep dives

These 9:00pm Sunday features often generate strong next-day media discussion.

How to Watch CBC in March 2026

Over-the-Air (Free Antenna)

CBC is available free in HD in most Canadian metropolitan areas with a digital antenna.

Stream via CBC Gem

Official site:

https://gem.cbc.ca

CBC Gem provides:

Live streaming of local CBC stations
On-demand primetime content
Free ad-supported access (no cable subscription required)

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