Where Was Heated Rivalry Filmed?

This modern private residence, completed in 2020, served as Shane's summer cottage in Quebec for the season 1 finale. It sits in the Muskoka Lakes region, an area famous for its lake houses. The property itself is a private home and not open to visitors, though similar lake houses in the Muskoka area are available for rent for those wanting the same waterfront atmosphere.

Location 02

Sleeman Centre

Ontario, Guelph Ticketed

Filmed here: Hockey gameplay, game, Olympics, All-Star, and training scenes across all episodes

The workhorse venue of the series. Sleeman Centre in Guelph hosted the hockey gameplay, game, Olympics, All-Star, and training scenes across all episodes, giving the show its authentic arena feel. It is a public arena that hosts Guelph Storm games and other events, so visitors can buy tickets and experience the same hockey atmosphere that appears on screen.

Location 03

Dundurn Castle

Ontario, Hamilton Ticketed

Filmed here: Jogging scenes doubling as park in Moscow and Montreal (episodes 2 and 4)

This National Historic Site in Hamilton doubled as a park in Moscow in episode 2 and again as a park in Montreal in episode 4, appearing in the jogging scenes. Today it is open to the public with tours, and the grounds and trails used by the production are accessible. It is one of the easiest filming sites to explore in person.

McMaster University in Hamilton supplied two key settings: the Burrick Gym and Pulse Fitness Centre hosted the first meeting scene in episode 1 and the workout montage in episode 4. The campus itself is public and pleasant to walk, though the gyms may have restricted access outside of scheduled events, so check ahead before planning a visit.

Le Tambour Tavern in Hamilton stood in for the restaurant where several conversation scenes were filmed. It is open to the public for dining, making it a straightforward stop for fans who want to sit where the characters talked. Hours can vary, so confirm current opening times before arriving.

This Toronto rooftop venue provided the setting for the hotel scenes, including the eTalk feature. As a ticketed rooftop venue, it likely requires reservations, so book ahead. Visitors get a stylish downtown Toronto backdrop that translates directly to the on-screen hotel atmosphere.

Hamilton's FirstOntario Concert Hall hosted the awards presentations and the MVP speech scenes in episodes 2 and 6. The venue operates as a concert hall and is open for events, so access depends on the calendar. Attending a show here is the simplest way to see the interior that stood in for the series' big ceremonial moments.

A private mansion in Vaughan played Ilya's Russian home and the setting for the diplomat party scenes. It is private property and not open to visitors. Fans can view the exterior from public streets at a respectful distance, but there is no access, and the owners' privacy should be respected.

Ciao Bella on Augusta Street in Hamilton filmed the lunch scenes with the parents in episodes 1 and 4. It is a public restaurant, so fans can simply book a table and dine in the same room. Hamilton's Augusta Street strip also makes for an easy stroll past other downtown spots used by the production.

The SoHo Hotel in Toronto provided the hotel room scenes shot after the MLH Draft. The hotel is open to guests, so the simplest way to see it is to book a stay. Even without a room, the public areas of the hotel give a sense of the setting used in the draft-night storyline.