Austria and Norway have historically dominated the Winter Paralympics, but China dominated its home Games four years ago, and is set to show that the balance of power has changed at the 50th anniversary edition in Milano-Cortina.
Austria’s notable Aigner siblings dominated the recent Paralympic Winter Games on their debut, with Veronika winning golds in Slalom and Giant Slalom (with her sister Elisabeth as guide), Barbara winning silver in Slalom and bronze in Giant Slalom, and Johannes winning gold in Downhill and Giant Slalom, silver in Slalom and Super Combined, and bronze in Super-G.
The United States beat Canada in both ice hockey finals at last month’s Winter Olympics before things took a very ugly turn, and we’re hoping for more of the same at the Paralympic Winter Games. However, one of the starkest takeaways from Beijing 2022 was the United States’ dramatic fall down the pecking order, best summed up in the Para Snowboard. American athletes took five of 10 golds in PyeongChang in 2018; in Beijing they took one out of eight.
The International Paralympic Committee is allowing Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete under their respective flags for the first time since 2014, and has resisted calls to ban the United States and Israel for carrying out widespread attacks across the Middle East.
This is where to watch live streams of the Winter Paralympics online from anywhere, and potentially FREE.
Watch the 2026 Paralympic Winter Games for FREE
The 2026 Paralympic Winter Games will be broadcast live for free in several countries around the world, including the United Kingdom, Canada and Australia.
🇬🇧 United Kingdom: YouTube & channel 4
🇨🇦 Canada: CBC Gem
🇦🇺 Australia: 9Now
What happens if you are abroad? Winter sports fans in the UK, Canada, and Australia can use NordVPN to watch their regular streaming service from anywhere..
How to watch any Paralympic Winter Games broadcast using a VPN
How to watch live streams of the 2026 Winter Paralympics in the US
In the US, Paralympic Winter Games coverage is available on Peacock, USA Network, NBC and CNBC.
The Peacock streaming service should be your first port of call, as it shows all events live. You need at least a Peacock Premium subscription to access, with Peacock pricing starting at $10.99 per month or $109.99 per year.
You’ll need to check your USA Network, NBC and CNBC schedules daily for details of their coverage. All three channels are available with most cable plans and OTT cable replacement services, like Sling TV. Sling offers USA Network and NBC (in select cities) on its Blue plan, starting at $45.99 per month.
Alternatively, there is a 21-day trial available if you look youtube television.
Outside the United States? Wear NordVPN to access coverage of the Paralympic Winter Games.
How to watch live streams of the 2026 Winter Paralympics in the UK
In the United Kingdom, coverage of the Paralympic Winter Games is provided by free-to-air Channel 4.
Comprehensive coverage is available through Channel 4 Sports YouTube Channelwhile displaying selected events in channel 4.
Traveling outside the UK? Use a VPN to watch Channel 4 from abroad while you’re away from home.
How to watch live streams of the 2026 Paralympic Winter Games in Canada
In Canada, CBC has the rights to broadcast the 2026 Winter Paralympics.
You can watch select events on television via CBC Sports free-to-air or, for much more extensive live and on-demand coverage of Milano Cortina 2026, head to its CBC Gem online streaming platform, where more than 920 hours of action will be shown.
If you are not in Canada during the Games, simply use a VPN to tune in from abroad.
How to watch live streams of the 2026 Paralympic Winter Games in Australia
In Australia, the Winter Paralympics are broadcast on 9Now and Stan Sport.
9Now is home to a selection of free Milano Cortina cover.
To get full coverage, you will need to subscribe to sport. It costs AU$20 per month on top of a regular Stan subscription, which itself starts at AU$12 per month.
Far from Australia right now? Use a VPN to watch 9Now or Stan Sport from abroad.
How to watch live streams of the 2026 Paralympic Winter Games in New Zealand
In New Zealand, Sky Sport reviews shows the Paralympic Winter Games.
You can access Sky Sport via satellite TV or get a live stream with the Sky Sport Now subscription service, from $29.99 per day or $54.99 per month.
Do you miss Milano Cortina because of work commitments abroad? NordVPN will unlock access to your home streaming service.
Frequently asked questions about the 2026 Paralympic Winter Games
What is the schedule for the Paralympic Winter Games?
Wednesday March 4
– Wheelchair curling
Thursday March 5
– Wheelchair curling
Friday March 6
– OPENING CEREMONY
– Wheelchair curling
Saturday March 7
– For alpine skiing (6 events with medals)
– For Biathlon (6 medal events)
– For ice hockey
– For snowboarding
– Wheelchair curling
Sunday March 8
– For Biathlon (6 medal events)
– For Snowboard (4 medal events)
– Wheelchair curling
Monday March 9
– For alpine skiing (6 events with medals)
– For ice hockey
– Wheelchair curling
Tuesday March 10
– For alpine skiing (6 events with medals)
– For cross-country skiing (6 events with medals)
– For ice hockey
– Wheelchair curling
Wednesday March 11
– For cross-country skiing (6 events with medals)
– Wheelchair curling (event with 1 medal)
Thursday March 12
– For alpine skiing (3 events with medals)
– For ice hockey
– Wheelchair curling
Friday March 13
– For alpine skiing (3 events with medals)
– For Biathlon (6 medal events)
– For ice hockey
– Wheelchair curling
Saturday March 14
– For alpine skiing (3 events with medals)
– For cross-country skiing (2 events with medals)
– For ice hockey
– For Snowboard (4 medal events)
– Wheelchair curling (event with 1 medal)
Sunday March 15
– For alpine skiing (3 events with medals)
– For cross-country skiing (6 events with medals)
– For ice hockey (1 event per medal)
– CLOSING CEREMONY
Can I watch the Paralympic Winter Games for free?
Yeah! As described above, free coverage is available in YouTube and channel 4 in the UK, CBC Gem in Canada, and 9Now in Australia.
In the US, NBC, USA Network and CNBC coverage is available through a free trial for youtube television.
Other free broadcasts of the Paralympic Games in languages other than English can be found on ORF (Austria), RTBF (Belgium), VRT (Belgium), DR (Denmark), France TV (France), RAI (Italy), Yle (Finland), ZDF (Germany), RUV (Iceland), NOS (Netherlands), NRK (Norway), TVP (Poland), RTVE (Spain), Canal Nu9ve (Mexico) and Canales SRF RTS (Switzerland).
Away fans can use a VPN to watch free coverage from abroad.
Can I watch the 2026 Paralympic Winter Games on my mobile?
Of course, most broadcasters have streaming services that you can access through mobile apps or through the browser on your phone.
You can also stay up to date with all things Paralympic Winter Games on the official social media channels on X (@MilanoCortina2026), YouTube (@Olympics) and Instagram (@milanocortina2026).
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