Quick Facts
- Canadian internet shoppers
- Smart home owners with multiple devices
- Budget-conscious condo dwellers in Metro Vancouver
- Bell offers 8 Gbps speeds at $130/month promo but most devices can't utilize full speed
- Rogers absorbed Shaw and offers cheapest gigabit at $110/month on 24-month term
- Novus offers 1 Gbps for just $50/month in select Vancouver buildings with no contract
- Mobile bundles can drop to $35/month for 100GB when combined with home internet
For most Canadians, Rogers offers the best gigabit value at $110/month, but Metro Vancouver condo residents should check Novus first for potential 50%+ savings with no contract lock-in.
Canada has long held a reputation for having some of the most expensive internet rates in the world. If you are looking for a new plan in December 2025, the sticker shock is real. But so are the opportunities.
The market has fundamentally changed. The Shaw brand has been absorbed by Rogers, Bell is pushing Wi Fi 7 speeds that most devices can’t even use yet, and local competitors are offering aggressive “Boxing Week” promos to steal market share. You don’t just need a list of names; you need to know who actually owns the fiber lines to your house.
The “Big Three” vs. The Rest: A 2026 Outlook
Before you sign a 24-month contract, you need to understand the infrastructure. In Canada, you generally have two choices: Fiber (FTTH) or Cable.
- The East (Ontario/Quebec): It is largely a battle between Bell (Fiber) and Rogers (Cable/Fiber).
- The West (BC/Alberta): It is Telus (PureFibre) vs. Rogers (formerly Shaw).
- The City Centers: This is where independent “hidden gems” like Novus operate, often undercutting the giants by 50%.
We’ve analyzed the verified December 2025 data to curate this list of what you should actually buy.
1. Bell: The Speed Demon
If raw speed is your only metric, Bell is currently winning the numbers game. As of late 2025, they are pushing their Gigabit Fibe 8.0 plan. Do you need 8 Gbps? Probably not. Most consumer laptops can’t handle that speed. But if you have a smart home with 50+ devices, bandwidth matters.
The Cost of Performance
The regular price is a steep $160.00/month. However, for December 2025, new customers in Ontario are seeing credits that drop this to $130.00/month for 24 months. This plan includes the new Giga Hub 2.0 with Wi Fi 7 technology.
Practitioner Tip: Bell’s coverage is excellent, but walls are the enemy of 6GHz Wi Fi signals. You may need to rent their Wi Fi 6E pods at $5 per pod/month to get that speed in your backyard.
2. Telus: The Western Powerhouse
For those in Western Canada, Telus PureFibre is the direct competitor to the cable networks. Unlike cable, which can slow down when your neighbors are all online, dedicated fiber tends to be more consistent during peak hours (7 PM – 10 PM).
Their standard 1.5 Gigabit plan sits at a regular price of $145.00/month. However, the current on market promo is matching the competitors at $130.00/month on a 2-year term. While you might hear rumors of $65 deals, those are highly specific “win back” offers usually found via the My TELUS app for existing mobile customers.
3. Rogers (Together with Shaw)
Update for 2025: The Shaw brand you knew in Western Canada is gone. Following the merger, services are now branded as “Rogers together with Shaw” or simply Rogers. Legacy Shaw Internet is now Rogers Xfinity Internet.
Rogers has aggressively positioned itself as the “most reliable” nationally. Their 1 Gigabit Internet plan is currently priced at $110.00/month (regularly $135) for a 24-month term. This makes them slightly cheaper than Bell or Telus for gigabit speeds right now.
The Mobile Bundle: If you are looking for mobile data, Rogers 5G+ plans start at $60 for 60GB, but the real value is in the bundle. We’ve seen holiday BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) mobile plans dip as low as $35/month for 100GB when bundled with home internet.
4. Novus: The Hidden Gem
Curator’s Choice: If you live in a high rise condo in Metro Vancouver, check Novus first. If they service your building, ignore the Big Three.
Novus operates on a different model. They wire buildings directly, bypassing the major networks. As of December 2025, their ‘Holi SAVE’ promo offers 1 Gbps for just $50.00/month. That is less than half the price of Rogers or Telus.
- The Catch: Availability is limited to specific buildings.
- The Benefit: No contracts. You aren’t locked in for two years.
5. TekSavvy: The Fighter
TekSavvy is a wholesale based provider, meaning they rent access to the big networks to resell to you at a lower margin. They are the choice for people who dislike the corporate giants on principle.
Their entry level DSL plans start around $24.95/month, making them the budget king. However, they are also rolling out high-speed fiber in select regions like Chatham Kent with speeds reaching 3 Gbps.
Why Speed Matters for Global Access
A stable internet connection isn’t just about streaming movies; it’s about access to the global marketplace. Whether you are a business owner researching wholesale markets in Chicago or a traveler downloading maps for shopping in Florida, latency matters.
Furthermore, with the rise of dropshipping and international commerce, Canadians are increasingly buying from abroad. Before you commit to a purchase, you need the bandwidth to research effectivelylike verifying if a vendor is trustworthy. (Check out our guide on how to tell if an interconnect shop is legit).
