Internet Providers in British Columbia
British Columbia has some of Canada's most competitive internet infrastructure. Telus PureFibre serves most urban BC addresses with symmetrical gigabit speeds, while Shaw (Rogers) cable covers similar urban territory at slightly lower entry prices. TekSavvy resells Shaw cable at 20–30% below what Shaw charges directly.
8
ISPs in BC
99%
Fibre availability
191
Postal areas
58
Cities covered
Availability data based on CRTC National Broadband Data — what ISPs are required by law to file annually.
Internet Providers Available in BC
| Provider | Technology | Speeds | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rogers | cable, fiber | 50 Mbps – 2.5 Gbps | 60/mo |
| Telus | fiber, dsl | 500 Mbps – 5 Gbps | 70/mo |
| TekSavvy | cable, dsl, fiber | 15 Mbps – 1.5 Gbps | 37/mo |
| Fido | cable | 50 Mbps – 2.5 Gbps | 60/mo |
| Freedom Mobile | fixed-wireless | 25 Mbps – 300 Mbps | 24/mo |
| Starlink | satellite | 100 Mbps – 400 Mbps | 75/mo |
| Xplore | satellite, fixed-wireless, fiber | 25 Mbps – 1 Gbps | 55/mo |
| Distributel | cable, fiber | 500 Mbps – 1 Gbps | 40/mo |
Is Fibre Internet Available in British Columbia?
Yes — fibre internet is available in 99% of BC postal areas according to CRTC National Broadband Data. Telus PureFibre has one of the most extensive FTTH (fibre-to-the-home) rollouts in Canada, covering most of Metro Vancouver, Victoria, Kelowna, Kamloops, and surrounding urban communities. BC consistently ranks among the top provinces for fibre penetration.
Shaw (Rogers) has also begun deploying hybrid fibre-coax (HFC) upgrades in some BC markets, offering higher cable speeds. However, Shaw's upload speeds remain asymmetrical — unlike Telus PureFibre, which delivers symmetrical speeds at every tier.
Internet by City in British Columbia
Each city page shows CRTC-verified provider availability by neighbourhood.
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See which providers are CRTC-confirmed at your exact postal code.
BC Internet — Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best internet providers in British Columbia?
For most BC urban households, the top options are Telus PureFibre (fibre, symmetrical speeds), Shaw/Rogers (cable, slightly cheaper at entry tiers), and TekSavvy (cheapest reseller on Shaw's cable network, typically 20–30% below Shaw direct). In rural BC, Telus fixed wireless and Starlink are the primary alternatives to cable.
Is fibre internet available in British Columbia?
Yes — Telus PureFibre has one of the most extensive fibre rollouts in Canada, covering the majority of urban BC postal areas in Vancouver, Victoria, Kelowna, Kamloops, and surrounding communities. According to CRTC National Broadband Data, BC has one of the highest fibre penetration rates of any Canadian province. Use our postal code tool to confirm availability at your specific address.
Is Shaw the same as Rogers now?
Yes — Rogers acquired Shaw Communications in April 2023. Shaw continues to operate under the Shaw brand in BC and Alberta, but it is now owned by Rogers. This means Shaw is no longer an independent alternative to the Big 3 — choosing Shaw is now effectively choosing Rogers.
What is the cheapest internet in BC?
TekSavvy is typically the cheapest reliable internet option in urban BC. TekSavvy Cable plans start around $33–50/month for 300 Mbps on the Shaw/Rogers network, compared to Shaw's $75/month for equivalent speeds. In areas without Shaw cable, Telus is the primary option and TekSavvy DSL may be available on the Telus copper network.
Who are the internet providers in rural BC?
In rural BC outside of cable and fibre coverage areas, the main options are: Telus fixed wireless (available near towers), Xplornet fixed wireless and satellite, and Starlink satellite internet (available everywhere in BC). Starlink is the best-performing rural option in most areas at $120/month with speeds of 25–220 Mbps.
Availability data on this page is derived from CRTC National Broadband Data, which Canadian internet service providers are required by law to submit annually to the federal regulator. This reflects regulatory filings, not ISP marketing claims.
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