Savings Guide
How Canadians Are Saving $100+ a Month on Their TV Bill
Canadians pay some of the highest TV bills in the developed world. Here is a realistic breakdown of how much you can save and how to do it without giving up the channels you care about.
The average Canadian cable bill
According to industry data, the average Canadian household spends:
- TV + internet bundle: $155–$185/month
- Standalone TV package: $65–$130/month
- Sports add-ons: $15–$25/month extra
That adds up to $1,860–$2,220 per year just for TV and internet.
The cord-cutter’s equivalent
- Internet only (keeping existing plan): $65–$75/month
- TiviLeaf IPTV (1 device): $9/month
- One on-demand service (Netflix or Crave): $10–$17/month
- Total: $84–$101/month
Real savings scenarios
Single person
Bell Fibe TV Starter ($85/month) → TiviLeaf 1 device ($9) = saving $76/month, $912/year
Couple who watches sports
Rogers TV + Sportsnet add-on ($120/month) → TiviLeaf 2 devices ($15) + Sportsnet+ app ($10) = saving $95/month, $1,140/year
Family of four
Telus PureFibre TV bundle ($155/month) → TiviLeaf 3 devices ($20) + Netflix ($23) = saving $112/month, $1,344/year
What you keep
- All major Canadian channels (CBC, CTV, TVA, Radio-Canada)
- Sports: TSN, Sportsnet, RDS, TVA Sports
- Kids channels: YTV, Teletoon, Treehouse
- News: CBC News Network, CTV News Channel, LCN
Getting started in three steps
- Call your provider and cancel the TV portion of your bill (keep internet)
- Buy a $60 Firestick or use your existing Smart TV
- Start a free TiviLeaf trial to confirm the channels you need are included
Frequently asked questions
Are there any hidden costs?
No. IPTV subscriptions are flat monthly or annual fees with no equipment rental, no installation charges, and no annual price increases locked in by contract.
What if I have a 2-year cable contract?
Check your early termination fee. For most Canadians, the fee is recovered within 2–4 months of the savings. Calculate whether breaking the contract now makes financial sense.