BC Lions take the belt

BC Lions beat Hamilton Tiger-Cats 26–21 at home to start reign 12 of the CFL belt, the 3rd for the franchise.

Hamilton Tiger-Cats had held it since October 16, 1999, with 1 defense over 14 days.

BC Lions held it for 22 days and 1 defense, then lost it to Calgary Stampeders on November 21, 1999.