| 1996 Ottawa Rough Riders season | |
|---|---|
| Head coach | John Payne |
| Home field | Frank Clair Stadium |
| Results | |
| Record | 3–15–0 |
| Division place | 4th, East |
| Playoff finish | did not qualify |
| Uniform | |
The 1996 Ottawa Rough Riders finished 4th place in the East division with a 3–15–0 record and failed to make the playoffs. This was the final season in Ottawa Rough Riders franchise history as they folded after the season ended.