| 1996 Hamilton Tiger-Cats season | |
|---|---|
| Head coach | Don Sutherin |
| Home field | Ivor Wynne Stadium |
| Results | |
| Record | 8–10–0 |
| Division place | 3rd, East |
| Playoff finish | Lost East Semi-Final |
| Team MOP | Mac Cody |
| Team MOC | Paul Osbaldiston |
| Team MOR | Justin Ring |
The 1996 Hamilton Tiger-Cats season was the 39th season for the team in the Canadian Football League and their 47th overall. The Tiger-Cats finished in 3rd place in the East division with an 8–10–0 record. They appeared in the East Semi-Final but lost to the Montreal Alouettes.