This page is a practical planning guide, not a live offer page. Use it to organize the decision, then confirm current prices, terms, availability, rights, cancellation rules, or technical details directly with the provider or official source.
Price
Promo and regular price can differ.
Term
Commitment length affects exit options.
Fees
Activation, equipment and cancellation fees matter.
Read the cost section twice
Look for first-month charges, regular price, renewal price, taxes, equipment and one-time fees.
Check cancellation before signing
Cancellation rules are easiest to compare before you are committed.
Save the contract
A searchable copy is useful if the bill or support answer later changes.
Comparison table
| Topic | Why it matters | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Promo and regular amount | Budget effect |
| Term | Month-to-month or contract | Flexibility |
| Equipment | Rental or return rule | Avoid charges |
| Cancellation | Notice and fee rules | Exit cost |
Checklist
- Read price and renewal terms.
- Check cancellation rules.
- Identify equipment obligations.
- Save the offer and contract.
- Set renewal reminder.
- Ask unclear questions in writing.
Official sources worth checking
Use current official sources before relying on consumer-rights, complaint, cancellation, billing, or service-code details.
- CRTC Television Service Provider Code simplified
- CCTS complaint help for TV services
- Canadian Consumer Handbook: contracts
Related PlanOffers sections
For practical next steps, see Switching, Monthly Bills, Worksheets, and Complaint Notes Template.
FAQ
Is this legal advice?
No. It is a general checklist; check official sources or qualified help for legal questions.
What should I save?
Offer summary, contract, bills, support records and cancellation confirmations.
What is the biggest contract mistake?
Looking only at the first monthly price.