Internet and TV provider finder
Explore selected Canadian providers by province and service, learn what their networks typically offer, and build a shortlist that fits your household.
Selected providers
Choose a province and service to narrow the list. Coverage, technologies, and plan availability can vary by address.
Try another service or view all supported provinces. You can also use the questionnaire to refine your needs.
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Home internet options include PureFibre where available, alongside TV, mobile, home phone, and wireless service for some harder-to-reach addresses.
Availability varies by address. Confirm eligible services, speeds, and terms directly with the provider.
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A Quebec provider offering high-speed internet over its fibre-coax network, Helix TV, mobile plans, home phone, and multi-service bundles.
Availability varies by address. Confirm eligible services, speeds, and terms directly with the provider.
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Internet service in parts of Ontario and Quebec, with cable and selected fibre-to-the-home connections, EPICO TV, mobile, and home phone options.
Availability varies by address. Confirm eligible services, speeds, and terms directly with the provider.
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Home internet and app-based TV options for eligible Ontario and Quebec addresses, alongside Virgin Plus mobile plans.
Availability varies by address. Confirm eligible services, speeds, and terms directly with the provider.
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An internet-only provider using cable connections in several Canadian provinces, with simple self-serve plans and included equipment where available.
Availability varies by address. Confirm eligible services, speeds, and terms directly with the provider.
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An independent provider with cable, DSL, and selected fibre internet, plus streaming TV and home phone services in many Canadian provinces.
Availability varies by address. Confirm eligible services, speeds, and terms directly with the provider.
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A rural-focused provider with fibre, fixed-wireless, and satellite internet options, plus home phone service in eligible Canadian communities.
Availability varies by address. Confirm eligible services, speeds, and terms directly with the provider.
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An Ontario internet provider with cable service and fibre or symmetrical-speed options at selected addresses.
Availability varies by address. Confirm eligible services, speeds, and terms directly with the provider.
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Residential cable, DSL, and fibre internet options in Ontario and Quebec, with home phone service also available.
Availability varies by address. Confirm eligible services, speeds, and terms directly with the provider.
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Cable internet service for eligible addresses in Ontario, Alberta, and British Columbia, with home phone options available.
Availability varies by address. Confirm eligible services, speeds, and terms directly with the provider.
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A fibre internet provider serving selected Metro Vancouver buildings, with Beam TV+ and home phone options.
Availability varies by address. Confirm eligible services, speeds, and terms directly with the provider.
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Manitoba home internet with fibre, FTTN, and wireless options depending on address, plus Fibe TV, mobile, and home phone services.
Availability varies by address. Confirm eligible services, speeds, and terms directly with the provider.
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A Quebec provider with fibre-coax internet, app-based TV, home phone, and residential bundle options.
Availability varies by address. Confirm eligible services, speeds, and terms directly with the provider.
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A regional Quebec provider with fibre internet, television, and home phone services in eligible communities.
Availability varies by address. Confirm eligible services, speeds, and terms directly with the provider.
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Low-Earth-orbit satellite internet for Canadian homes, including many rural and hard-to-serve addresses, subject to local capacity and a clear view of the sky.
Availability varies by address. Confirm eligible services, speeds, and terms directly with the provider.
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Internet and TV technology
Internet connection types affect speed and reliability, while television services differ in how channels reach your screen and which equipment they require.
Fibre-to-the-home carries data over fibre-optic lines all the way to the residence. It can deliver very fast downloads and uploads with strong performance during busy periods.
Cable internet uses the same local coaxial network traditionally used for cable TV. It is widely available and can offer fast download speeds.
DSL delivers internet through telephone lines. Its performance depends heavily on the distance between the home and the provider's equipment.
A receiver at the home connects wirelessly to a nearby tower. Some newer services use 5G networks, while rural systems may use other licensed or unlicensed spectrum.
Satellite service connects through equipment installed at the home. Traditional geostationary and newer low-Earth-orbit systems differ in latency, capacity, and equipment requirements.
IPTV delivers live channels and on-demand programming over an internet protocol connection managed by the TV provider. It may use a set-top box, a smart TV app, or both.
These TV packages travel over a provider's wired network. Traditional cable television may use coaxial wiring, while fibre-based packages may still use IPTV technology behind the scenes.
Satellite television receives channels through an outdoor dish connected to one or more indoor receivers. It does not depend on a wired television network reaching the property.
Home equipment guide
Providers use several names for similar devices. This table explains what each piece does, when you may need it, and what usually happens to it when you move.
| Equipment | What it does | When it is needed | When moving |
|---|---|---|---|
| Modem or fibre ONT | Connects the provider's cable, DSL, or fibre line to your home network. An ONT converts a fibre-optic signal into a connection your equipment can use. | Every wired internet connection needs a modem, ONT, or similar provider termination device. | A rented modem may move with you or need to be returned. A provider-installed fibre ONT usually stays at the property; confirm before disconnecting it. |
| Wi-Fi router or gateway | Creates your home Wi-Fi network and directs traffic between connected devices and the internet. | Needed for Wi-Fi. Many providers combine the modem and router into one device called a gateway. | Move or return provider-owned equipment exactly as instructed. Keep its power cable and serial number with it. |
| Mesh Wi-Fi system | Uses several access points to improve Wi-Fi coverage across a larger home or areas with weak signal. | Optional when one router cannot reliably cover the entire home. | Personal mesh equipment normally moves with you. Rented provider pods may need to be transferred or returned. |
| Ethernet cables and network switch | Provide wired connections for computers, game consoles, televisions, access points, and other devices. | Optional, but useful for stable speeds, low latency, and rooms with several wired devices. | Loose cables and personal switches move with you. Leave permanent in-wall cabling unless the property owner says otherwise. |
| TV receiver or set-top box | Decodes live channels, displays the guide, and may provide recordings or on-demand programming. | Often required for IPTV, cable TV, or satellite TV, although some services now use apps instead. | Boxes and remotes are commonly rented. Follow the provider's transfer or return instructions to avoid equipment charges. |
| Smart TV app or streaming device | Runs an app-based TV service on a smart television or a device such as an Apple TV, Chromecast, Roku, or Fire TV. | Required when a TV plan is app-only or when you want to watch without an additional provider box. | Personal devices move with you. Sign out or factory-reset devices you sell, return, or leave behind. |
| Satellite dish and receiver | The outdoor dish receives the satellite signal; the indoor receiver sends channels to the television. | Required for satellite television and some satellite internet services. | The installed dish or mount may need to stay. Ask the provider whether to move or return the receiver and who handles installation at the new address. |
Internet speed guide
Start with the number of people and activities happening at the same time. A faster plan can add capacity, but connection quality, Wi-Fi coverage, upload speed, and latency also affect the experience.
| Household | Typical use | Suggested download speed | What to consider |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1–2 people | Browsing, email, social media, and one HD stream | 25–50 Mbps | A practical range for light simultaneous use and a small number of devices. |
| 2–4 people | Several HD streams, video calls, cloud apps, and everyday use | 50–100 Mbps | Check upload speed if several people make video calls or save files to the cloud. |
| 3–5 people | Remote work, online classes, gaming, and 4K streaming | 100–300 Mbps | Stable latency and strong home Wi-Fi may matter more than the highest advertised speed. |
| 4+ heavy users | Multiple 4K streams, large downloads, cloud backups, and many connected devices | 300–500 Mbps | Added capacity helps when demanding activities happen at the same time. |
| Power users | Content creation, frequent large transfers, servers, or the heaviest simultaneous use | 500 Mbps–1 Gbps+ | Confirm upload performance and whether every device and Wi-Fi access point supports these speeds. |
These ranges are general planning guidance, not guarantees. The CRTC's universal-service objective identifies access to at least 50 Mbps download, 10 Mbps upload, and unlimited data as a Canadian baseline; an individual household may need more or less.
Budget planning
Prices depend on the provider, province, technology, speed, channel package, and current promotion. Use these broad ranges to plan a budget, then review the provider's full offer.
Planning ranges reviewed July 2026; amounts are monthly and before tax unless noted.
| Service type | Broad planning range | Common price factors |
|---|---|---|
| Internet only | $50–$130 per month | Speed tier, technology, data policy, modem or router fees, and promotional period. |
| TV added to internet | $20–$80 per month in addition to internet | Channel package, receivers, premium channels, sports, and whether an internet bundle is required. |
| Internet and TV bundle | $90–$200 per month | Included speed and channels, equipment, bundle discounts, and the regular price after a promotion. |
| Rural or satellite internet | $80–$200 per month | Technology, data or priority-data allowance, equipment purchase or rental, installation, and location. |
These are rounded editorial planning ranges for common residential service categories, not an average bill, live quote, or complete market survey. They are intentionally broad because providers publish different promotional, regular, regional, and address-specific prices.
Moving your home services
A provider that serves your current home may offer different speeds, technology, prices, or no service at the new address. Start early enough to compare transferring your plan with switching providers.
4–6 weeks before moving
Confirm exact-address availability, not just province or postal-code coverage. Review your contract, promotion end date, cancellation terms, equipment ownership, and the regular price at the new home.
2–3 weeks before moving
Book installation or activation, choose the old-service cancellation date, and ask whether a technician needs access to the new home. Popular moving dates can fill quickly.
During moving week
Photograph serial numbers, label power cables and remotes, and pack rented boxes together. Do not remove an installed fibre ONT, wall outlet, dish mount, or other fixed equipment unless the provider instructs you to.
After move-in
Test a wired connection, Wi-Fi coverage, live TV, recordings, and apps. Update billing details, return unused equipment with tracking, and review the first and final invoices for unexpected charges.
Compare the full cost and timing before choosing. Keeping the same company does not guarantee that the same network, speed, promotion, or equipment is available at the new address.
This may simplify billing and let you keep familiar equipment or services when the provider serves both addresses.
Switching can provide better coverage, speed, pricing, or technology at the new address, but cancellation and return steps need coordination.
Plan the transfer, installation, equipment, and timing of your home services before moving day.
Start checking the new address about four to six weeks before the move, then try to reserve installation or activation two to three weeks ahead. Contact providers earlier for a busy summer date, a rural property, a new construction, or a home that may need a technician visit.
Often, but only if the provider and compatible network serve the exact new address. The available speed, technology, price, promotion, equipment, and TV lineup may change, so ask for the complete new-address offer in writing.
Compare providers that serve the exact address, arrange the new installation, review cancellation terms, and ask how to return every rented device. If timing matters, activate the replacement before ending the current service.
Not when avoiding downtime is important. A short overlap can provide a buffer if installation is delayed or the new connection needs troubleshooting. Confirm billing dates so the overlap remains intentional.
Rented modems, gateways, Wi-Fi pods, receivers, remotes, and power supplies may need to be moved or returned. Installed fibre ONTs, wall jacks, cables, dishes, and mounts may need to remain. Follow the provider's instructions rather than disconnecting fixed equipment yourself.
Book early, confirm the appointment, keep the old connection active until the new service is tested when possible, and prepare a mobile hotspot or temporary connection for essential work, school, security, or smart-home devices.
Yes. Providers may use different networks, speed tiers, promotions, taxes, installation requirements, or equipment at the new address. Review the regular price after promotions and the complete monthly cost before accepting the transfer.
It depends on the provider, technology, existing wiring, and equipment already installed. Some moves qualify for self-installation, while fibre, satellite, missing outlets, damaged lines, or a first installation may require a technician.
