TV, Internet & Phone Options in Montreal
Montreal offers competitive telecom services with strong fibre coverage and multiple pricing options.
Internet Service Providers
Major Provider #1 — Bell Canada
Technology: Fibre (Fibe) + DSL
Coverage:
Extensive fibre deployment across Montreal
Typical strengths
Very high speeds
Excellent upload performance
Reliable service
Best for:
Remote workers
Streaming-heavy households
Major Provider #2 — Videotron
Technology: Cable internet
Coverage:
Extremely strong presence across Montreal
Typical strengths
Competitive bundle pricing
Reliable service
Popular local provider
Potential downsides
Upload speeds lower than fibre
Independent / Budget ISPs
Examples:
Advantages
Lower monthly costs
Flexible plans
Cable TV / Television Options
Option A — Traditional Cable
Available from:
Includes French and English channel packages.
Option B — IPTV
Bell Fibe TV via fibre internet.
Option C — Streaming Services
Popular platforms include:
Netflix
Crave
Disney+
Home Phone Options
Available through Bell and Videotron using VoIP technology.
Mobile-only households are increasingly common.
What a New Homeowner Should Check Before Choosing
✅ Fibre availability at address
✅ Language channel packages required
✅ Condo bulk telecom deals
✅ Existing modem hookups
Relocation Info
Below are links to important information that every homebuyer will find useful when relocating to Montreal.