{"id":3875,"date":"2022-01-17T13:28:24","date_gmt":"2022-01-17T18:28:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/?p=3875"},"modified":"2022-10-25T09:38:49","modified_gmt":"2022-10-25T14:38:49","slug":"best-tv-providers-ottawa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/en\/best-tv-providers-ottawa\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Best TV Service Providers in Ottawa, CA"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/en\/best-tv-providers-ottawa\/#1_VMedia_TV\" title=\"1. VMedia TV\">1. VMedia TV<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/en\/best-tv-providers-ottawa\/#VMedia_TV_Service_Offerings\" title=\"VMedia TV: Service Offerings\">VMedia TV: Service Offerings<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/en\/best-tv-providers-ottawa\/#2_EPICO\" title=\"2. EPICO\">2. EPICO<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/en\/best-tv-providers-ottawa\/#EPICO_Service_Offerings\" title=\"EPICO: Service Offerings\">EPICO: Service Offerings<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/en\/best-tv-providers-ottawa\/#3_SimplTV\" title=\"3. SimplTV\">3. SimplTV<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/en\/best-tv-providers-ottawa\/#SimplTV_Service_Offerings\" title=\"SimplTV: Service Offerings\">SimplTV: Service Offerings<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/en\/best-tv-providers-ottawa\/#4_Shaw_Communications\" title=\"4. Shaw Communications\">4. Shaw Communications<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/en\/best-tv-providers-ottawa\/#5_Bell_Canada_Fibe_TV\" title=\"5. Bell Canada Fibe TV\">5. Bell Canada Fibe TV<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/en\/best-tv-providers-ottawa\/#6_Ikonek\" title=\"6. Ikonek\">6. Ikonek<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/en\/best-tv-providers-ottawa\/#7_Videotron\" title=\"7. Videotron\">7. Videotron<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/en\/best-tv-providers-ottawa\/#8_ZiD_Internet\" title=\"8. ZiD Internet\">8. ZiD Internet<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/en\/best-tv-providers-ottawa\/#What_to_Consider_When_Choosing_a_TV_Service_Provider_in_Ottawa\" title=\"What to Consider When Choosing a TV Service Provider in Ottawa\">What to Consider When Choosing a TV Service Provider in Ottawa<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/en\/best-tv-providers-ottawa\/#Ready_to_Make_the_Switch\" title=\"Ready to Make the Switch?\">Ready to Make the Switch?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\r\n<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\r\n<p><\/p>\r\n<p>Since 1952, when the first TV stations were broadcast in Montreal and Toronto, quality television has been a significant part of Canadian lives. TV service providers typically aim their content to a wide North American audience; however, the government ensures there is ample Canadian content by requiring 50% of daily TV shows and movies to be written, presented, or produced (at least partly) by Canadians.<\/p>\r\n<p>\r\n\r\nThere\u2019s a variety of TV service providers in Ottawa\u2014choosing the right provider for you can be difficult. We\u2019ll discuss the five best TV service providers in Ottawa and look at their services, pricing, and more!<\/p>\r\n<p>\r\n\r\n<strong>Related: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/en\/best-tv-providers-ontario\/\"><strong>5 Best TV Service Providers in Ontario<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_VMedia_TV\"><\/span>1. VMedia TV<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/en\">VMedia<\/a> (our top pick for the best TV service provider in Ottawa) is a pioneer in IPTV technology and live streaming. <strong>Offering over 200 channels and a la carte and build-your-own packages, VMedia makes it easy to customize your channel lineup with low-cost packages<\/strong>\u2014you only pay for the channels you watch!<\/p>\r\n<p>\r\n\r\nYou can watch VMedia TC with the VBox, or stream their content with any streaming device by downloading VMedia\u2019s TV app on iOS, Apple TV, Android TV, Roku, or Amazon Fire. You\u2019ll find all of the hit movies, top shows, exciting sports, latest news, and more.<\/p>\r\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"VMedia_TV_Service_Offerings\"><\/span><strong>VMedia TV: Service Offerings<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>VMedia TV offers various packages for your viewing preferences. The most popular plan, Premium Basic, includes all of the major US and Canadian networks.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>The Premium Flex package is available for more specialized viewing. This package has four theme options: Family, Classic, Sport, and Lifestyle.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>The Grand Premium Package is the ultimate TV package, offering over 100 channels. On the other hand, you have the Skinny package, which is ideal for viewers who know exactly what they do (and don\u2019t) want to watch.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>You can enjoy mobile viewing with VMedia TB through supported apps like CNN, A&amp;E, TSH GO, CTV GO, WWE, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/en\/crave-1-hbo-1-and-hbo-2-channels-are-now-on-free-preview\/\">Crave<\/a>, RDS GO, Discovery GO, and Sportsnet.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>You can watch VMedia TV in French and English.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>\r\n\r\n<strong>VMedia\u2019s pricing starts at $24.95<\/strong> per month for the Skinny package. They also frequently run <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/en\/tv\">special offers<\/a>, so be sure to keep an eye out for them!<\/p>\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3212 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/VMedia-TV-1200x700-1-e1596720120110.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"408\" \/><\/p>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_EPICO\"><\/span>2. EPICO<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>\r\n\r\nYou\u2019ve probably heard of Cogeco\u2014the company is the second largest cable provider in Ontario. Founded by Henri Audet in 1957, Cogeco made a name for itself in the telecom industry by offering TV, internet, and phone services to businesses and homes in Canada and the US through Atlantic Broadband. <strong>Recently, the company launched <\/strong><strong>EPICO<\/strong><strong>, changing the way Canadians watch TV.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"EPICO_Service_Offerings\"><\/span><strong>EPICO: Service Offerings<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>You can access many channels and over 1,000 apps from a single interface without changing inputs.<\/li>\r\n<li>You can cast your videos, music, and photos directly to your TV.<\/li>\r\n<li>You can watch cloud recordings in 4K or HD on any of your devices.<\/li>\r\n<li>You can watch any recording offline by downloading them with EPICO\u2019s mobile app.<\/li>\r\n<li>You can easily create profiles for each family member. What\u2019s more is that you can combine those profiles to find the perfect show to watch together.<\/li>\r\n<li>The EPICO remote recognizes voice commands.<\/li>\r\n<li>Their wireless 4K Cloud PVR is included.<\/li>\r\n<li>Unlimited internet means worry-free streaming.<\/li>\r\n<li>Installation is simple using EPICO\u2019s step-by-step guide.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p>\r\n\r\n<strong>EPICO\u2019s most basic TV package starts at $120 per month<\/strong>; however, that price includes their unlimited internet service.<\/p>\r\n<p>\r\n\r\n<strong>Related: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/en\/best-tv-providers-quebec\/\"><strong>5 Best TV Service Providers in Quebec<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_SimplTV\"><\/span>3. SimplTV<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>\r\n\r\nSimplTV by Coextro is an exclusive TV service that uses the Skinny Basic TV app to stream local, live, and broadcast stations on any device. This service offers access to 17 channels, including CITY, CTV, and CBC. One of our favorite SimplTV features is the ability to pause live TV. This service is exclusive to Coextro customers and available without charge to GTA residents.<\/p>\r\n<p>\r\n\r\n<strong>Coextro customers get access to this TV service with no extra charge<\/strong>, making it a great deal\u2014if you\u2019re already a Coextro customer or are planning to switch broadband providers already. While you only get access to 17 channels, you can watch, pause, and resume them from any device.<\/p>\r\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SimplTV_Service_Offerings\"><\/span><strong>SimplTV: Service Offerings<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>You can watch SimplTV channels on the devices you already own.<\/li>\r\n<li>This TV service is compatible with Roku, web apps, and most Android and iOS devices.<\/li>\r\n<li>You get access to 17 live broadcast channels, including the major US and Canadian TV networks.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p>\r\n\r\nSimplTV is completely free; however, <strong>you must be a Coextro internet customer to gain access to this TV service.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-4001 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/multiple-remotes-in-front-of-tv.jpg\" alt=\"Multiple remotes in front of a TV screen in white room\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/multiple-remotes-in-front-of-tv.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/multiple-remotes-in-front-of-tv-720x405.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/multiple-remotes-in-front-of-tv-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/multiple-remotes-in-front-of-tv-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/multiple-remotes-in-front-of-tv-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/multiple-remotes-in-front-of-tv-624x351.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Shaw_Communications\"><\/span>4. Shaw Communications<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>\r\n\r\nIf you live in Ottawa, you likely know Shaw Communications\u2014<strong>the company is a large and well-known TV service provider. <\/strong>For that reason, we won\u2019t go quite as in-depth about Shaw as we did with the top three services on this list.<\/p>\r\n<p>\r\n\r\nShaw Communications offers various packages and rates and can bundle all of your favorite streaming platform subscriptions with your TV service. Shaw offers on-demand movies, multi-screen viewing, channel add-ons, voice search options, and more.<\/p>\r\n<p>\r\n\r\n<strong>The company\u2019s TV packages start at $30 per month<\/strong>, but it has many options to choose from if you wish to upgrade the service.<\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most Canadians know about <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shaw.ca\/tv\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shaw<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014the company has some of the most extensive reach in the country. It\u2019s a popular cable TV, pay-per-view, streaming, and internet service provider in Canada that offers extensive and comprehensive services in the area.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><b>Most of Shaw\u2019s TV plans are premium (read: expensive). Still, the company does offer a few TV-only packages with an extensive library of TV shows and movies through its streaming services.<\/b><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The company\u2019s \u201cTotal TV\u201d package comes with the most popular CA, US, and international TV shows, movies, and sports. Shaw\u2019s Fiber and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/en\/tv-internet-bundles\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TV bundle<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> features 114 of the top channels but comes at a price of $150 per month and a two-year contract.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, Shaw offers a \u201cLimited TV\u201d plan that comes with around 20 channels, including:<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CBC<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CTV<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Global<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><b>This limited plan costs $25 per month.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Shaw also offers a \u201cPick and Pay\u201d plan that allows customers to add which channels they want to see, starting at $4 per month\u2014however, adding channels adds up quickly.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Bell_Canada_Fibe_TV\"><\/span>5. Bell Canada Fibe TV<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>\r\n\r\nSimilar to Shaw Communications, Bell Canada Fibe TV is a well-known TV service provider in Ottawa. <strong>Known for having exceptional customer service and a large selection of HD channels<\/strong>, the company\u2019s Fibe TV service is as popular as ever. Fibe TV offers high-quality picture, sound, and reliability.<\/p>\r\n<p>\r\n\r\n<strong>Fibe TV services start at $69.45 per month<\/strong>, making it a pricey option for a TV service; however, the picture quality is near perfect.<\/p>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Ikonek\"><\/span><strong>6. Ikonek<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ikonek.ca\/en\/en-television-anglo\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ikonek<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> provides cable TV, internet, and phone services throughout Canada, including the Ottawa region. The company uses both LTE and satellite for its services.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><b>The company offers a variety of TV packages with hundreds of HD channels without service obligations or long-term contracts.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Ikonek does great with competitive pricing in the Ottawa market for the services it provides and gives its television customers a free HD receptor and installation.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ikonek\u2019s \u201cIllimated\u201d package is a popular choice for light viewers. It comes with 56 US and CA channels, including:<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Addik TV<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vrak<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Makeful<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BBC<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CNBC<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CTV<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MAV TV<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yoopa<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OLN<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Evasion<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><b>This plan starts at $25 per month<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, making it one of the lowest-priced options in Ottawa. And for an additional $25 per month, customers can choose ten channels to add to the package.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ikonek\u2019s other TV plans range from $80 to $105 per month and include between 70 and 101 channels.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><b>Related: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/en\/best-tv-providers-quebec\/\"><b>Best TV Providers in Quebec<\/b><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3979 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/A-couple-watching-TV-shows-on-a-laptop.jpg\" alt=\"A couple watching TV shows on a laptop\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/A-couple-watching-TV-shows-on-a-laptop.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/A-couple-watching-TV-shows-on-a-laptop-720x405.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/A-couple-watching-TV-shows-on-a-laptop-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/A-couple-watching-TV-shows-on-a-laptop-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/A-couple-watching-TV-shows-on-a-laptop-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/A-couple-watching-TV-shows-on-a-laptop-624x351.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Videotron\"><\/span><strong>7. Videotron<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/videotron.com\/en\/television\/tv-plans\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Videotron<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is also a well-known TV service provider throughout Ottawa and Canada. In addition, the company offers internet, mobile phone, and TV subscription plans to its customers.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The company\u2019s TV service, Helix TV, uses voice command technology that understands both English and French so that subscribers can easily find their favorite shows without picking up a remote.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each TV package starts with 23 basic channels and includes:<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Canadian general-interest networks<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indigo access<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pay-per-view service<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><b>The lowest-priced plan starts at $74 per month and includes 23 channels plus five that customers can choose.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> After that, the plans progressively get more expensive as you add more channels.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All of the company\u2019s Helix TV packages come with Kid Zone TV, sports networks, and parental controls.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_ZiD_Internet\"><\/span><strong>8. ZiD Internet<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zid.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ZiD Internet<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a DSL and cable TV service provider in Canada that serves the Ottawa area. The company operates independently and is becoming known for offering TV plans without long-term contracts or hidden fees.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The company offers its customers free modem rentals to help further reduce their monthly costs. While not too well-known yet, ZiD Internet does have numerous positive reviews from its customers regarding its TV packages and customer support.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While ZiD Internet offers various TV service packages, the \u201cSinterix\u201d packages are the company\u2019s most popular. Like most other Ottawa TV providers, the company also offers a basic, affordable plan\u2014the \u201cSkinny Package.\u201d <\/span><b>It starts at $25 per month and includes 43+ channels<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, including US, CA, news, and weather channels like:<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AMI TV<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CBD<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CTV Ottawa<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CTV Montreal<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CTV2<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">City<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bounce<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ICI<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WCAX<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tele-Quebec<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The next step up\u2014the \u201cLoaded Package\u201d\u2014includes those 43 channels and 40+ additional premium ones for $47.50 per month.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><b>ZiD Internet also offers a \u201cPick Channel\u201d pack, allowing customers to choose which channels they want. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The three options include \u201cPick 5,\u201d \u201cPick 10,\u201d and \u201cPick 15.\u201d The respective prices for these TV service packages are $12.50, $22.50, and $30 monthly.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><b>Related: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/en\/best-tv-providers-ontario\/\"><b>Best TV Providers in Ontario<\/b><\/a><\/p>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_Consider_When_Choosing_a_TV_Service_Provider_in_Ottawa\"><\/span><strong>What to Consider When Choosing a TV Service Provider in Ottawa<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each TV service provider is different and comes with unique pros and cons. <\/span><b>You\u2019ll want to consider pricing, customer service, available channels, service quality, etc.<\/b><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">VMedia checks all of the boxes. From the starter package beginning at $24.95 a month to the more comprehensive plans featuring over a hundred of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/en\/tv\/channels\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">most popular US and CA channels<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you\u2019ll find the right TV service for you and your household.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><b><i>Find <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/en\/tv\"><b><i>the right VMedia TV plan<\/i><\/b><\/a><b><i> today\u2014No contracts, no hidden fees, no nonsense.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\r\n<p>\r\n\r\n<strong>Related: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/en\/tv-internet-bundles\/\"><strong>Best TV &amp; Internet Bundles in Canada<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-4000 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/man-eating-popcorn-surprised.jpg\" alt=\"Man eating popcorn with a surprised look on face\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/man-eating-popcorn-surprised.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/man-eating-popcorn-surprised-720x405.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/man-eating-popcorn-surprised-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/man-eating-popcorn-surprised-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/man-eating-popcorn-surprised-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/man-eating-popcorn-surprised-624x351.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ready_to_Make_the_Switch\"><\/span>Ready to Make the Switch?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re ready to start watching better television with the best TV service provider in Ottawa, don\u2019t skip out on VMedia TV. We\u2019re the only independent TV service provider in Canada, giving you an innovative and affordable television service based on your preferences. <strong><em>Ready to make the switch? Check out our <\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/en\/tv#tv-1\"><strong><em>TV packages<\/em><\/strong><\/a><strong><em>! Don\u2019t see the perfect option for your household? <\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vmedia.ca\/en\/tv#tv-3\"><strong><em>UChoose<\/em><\/strong><\/a><strong><em> has you covered\u2014Select the channels you want and only pay for what you know you and your family will watch!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p><\/p>\r\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\r\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Since 1952, when the first TV stations were broadcast in Montreal and Toronto, quality television has been a significant part of Canadian lives. 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