Toronto’s Tempo, the first Canadian franchise in the Women’s National Basketball Association, will take the court at Montreal’s Bell Centre on July 11 and July 12, 2026. The two matches represent the league’s inaugural games in the city and the first time a Canadian WNBA team will play on home soil.
The Bell Centre, a venue traditionally used for hockey and major concerts, will host the Tempo’s regular‑season contests against league opponents. Both games are scheduled for consecutive days, providing local fans with back‑to‑back opportunities to see professional women’s basketball in a major indoor arena.
The appearance of the Tempo in Montreal follows the franchise’s launch earlier this year as the WNBA’s initial Canadian entry. By staging games in the province of Quebec, the league expands its geographic footprint beyond its existing U.S. markets and introduces the sport to a broader Canadian audience.
The July dates align with the league’s mid‑season schedule, and the team’s travel itinerary places Montreal between other Canadian and U.S. stops. Organisers have confirmed that ticket sales will commence in early June, with seating capacity adjusted to accommodate basketball configuration within the Bell Centre’s layout.