Culture minister says hockey romance "Heated Rivalry" is a Cancon triumph | CBC News
Culture Minister Marc Miller calls "Heated Rivalry" a Cancon triumph, noting its 3.5M CAD investment.
On January 15 2026, Canada’s Culture Minister Marc Miller praised the Crave original drama *Heated Rivalry* as a Cancon triumph. Miller, who watched the series’ first episode, highlighted the show’s 3.5 million CAD investment and its 100 % Canadian content, citing shots in Toronto, Hamilton and Montreal. The series, a romance between pro‑hockey players from rival teams, is based on novels by Nova Scotia author Rachel Reid. Writer‑director Jacob Tierney helmed the production, with cast members Hudson Williams, François Arnaud, Sophie Nelisse and Connor Storrie. Music was composed by Quebec’s Peter Peter. Miller noted the show’s inclusion of 2SLGBTQ+ themes and its role in boosting Canadian cultural visibility, urging viewers to support national stories.
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