The College of Sports Media (CSM) in Toronto has become one of the most respected names in sports broadcasting education in Canada. Known for its hands-on industry training and remarkable graduate success rate, CSM has developed strong partnerships with some of the country’s top sports news channels. These collaborations not only offer students real-world experience but also open doors to lasting careers in Canadian sports media.
From TSN to Sportsnet, CTV, CBC Sports, and more these media organizations have been instrumental in shaping the careers of CSM graduates who now work both on-air and behind the scenes.
1. TSN (The Sports Network): Canada’s Premier Sports Channel
When people think of Canadian sports media, TSN stands at the top of the list. As the country’s leading sports broadcaster, TSN has played a crucial role in providing CSM graduates with opportunities to thrive.
Many of CSM’s most recognized alumni, including Kayla Grey, Faizal Khamisa, and Danielle Michaud, have built successful careers at TSN. Their journey often began as CSM students gaining hands-on experience in production, editing, and on-air presentation, followed by internships that introduced them to the professional world of sports broadcasting.
Through TSN, students learn the importance of storytelling, teamwork, and precision — skills that define the professionalism CSM strives to instill. This partnership has helped turn aspiring broadcasters into national sports personalities and newsroom leaders.
2. Sportsnet: Training Ground for the Next Generation of Broadcasters
Another key media partner connected with CSM is Sportsnet, one of Canada’s top sports television networks owned by Rogers Media. Sportsnet covers everything from hockey and baseball to basketball and soccer, offering CSM students broad exposure to different sports formats and production styles.
Internships and job placements at Sportsnet allow CSM students to work directly in live broadcasting environments from editing game highlights to assisting with pre-game analysis and behind-the-scenes production. Many CSM graduates have transitioned from interns to full-time staff at Sportsnet, proving how vital this partnership is in creating professional opportunities.
This collaboration reflects CSM’s belief in hands-on industry practice giving students direct experience in one of the busiest sports newsrooms in the country.
3. CBC Sports: A Legacy in Canadian Broadcasting
As Canada’s national public broadcaster, CBC Sports has been a cornerstone of the country’s sports media landscape for decades. Through CSM’s industry connections, students have had opportunities to collaborate with CBC professionals on major events such as the Olympics, national hockey coverage, and athlete profiles.
Working with CBC Sports exposes CSM students to the art of long-form storytelling, journalism ethics, and national-level production standards. Many graduates have continued their careers within CBC, contributing to both digital and broadcast platforms that reach millions of Canadians.
This connection also underscores CSM’s dedication to preparing students for every aspect of modern sports media from live coverage to in-depth documentary work.
4. CTV News and Bell Media: Expanding Beyond Sports
CTV News, part of the Bell Media network (which also owns TSN), offers opportunities for CSM graduates to expand their broadcasting careers beyond traditional sports coverage. Students with an interest in production, control room operations, and multimedia journalism often find internships and placements within CTV’s various departments.
Because CSM emphasizes a comprehensive media education covering news writing, voice training, and production its graduates easily adapt to broader broadcasting roles. Many have gone on to work as producers, digital editors, and content coordinators within the CTV and Bell Media family, showing that CSM’s reach goes far beyond sports.
5. CityNews and Rogers Sports & Media: Modern Multi-Platform Broadcasting
The modern broadcasting landscape demands versatility, and CityNews, part of Rogers Sports & Media, represents that evolution perfectly. With growing opportunities in digital sports coverage and online content creation, CSM students gain experience in producing short-form video, social media segments, and real-time reporting.
Through internships and projects linked with CityNews and Rogers Media, students learn how sports media integrates with digital platforms preparing them for a rapidly changing media environment. Many CSM graduates now produce or host sports content across Rogers’ multi-platform channels.
6. CHCH and Regional Sports Networks: Local Opportunities, National Growth
Beyond national broadcasters, CSM maintains strong ties with regional and local stations such as CHCH, where many students begin their professional journeys. These local news stations provide critical opportunities for aspiring broadcasters to gain their first on-air experience, cover live local sports, and learn the technical demands of daily television production.
Many of these regional roles serve as stepping stones giving graduates the portfolio and experience they need to advance to national networks like TSN and Sportsnet.
The CSM Advantage: Industry Partnerships That Deliver
What makes the College of Sports Media truly exceptional is its deep integration with the Canadian sports media industry. These partnerships are not merely symbolic they’re active, ongoing collaborations that provide:
- Internship opportunities with major broadcasters.
- Networking connections that help graduates land full-time roles.
- Hands-on mentorship from industry professionals.
- Access to live production environments, from studio work to field reporting.
The result is an unmatched graduate success rate with over 80% of CSM graduates working in the media industry, many at the very channels they once interned with.
Conclusion: From Classroom to Canada’s Top News Channels
CSM’s powerful relationships with Canada’s leading sports broadcasters including TSN, Sportsnet, CBC Sports, CTV News, and Rogers Media are proof of its impact on the industry. Students enter as passionate fans and leave as skilled professionals, ready to shape the future of sports journalism and broadcasting.
Through these connections, the College of Sports Media continues to set the gold standard for sports media education in Canada bridging the gap between classroom learning and professional broadcasting success.
