Phone & Internet
How to stay connected, choose affordable plans, and avoid expensive hidden data fees.
Major Canadian carriers (Rogers, Bell, Telus) can be incredibly expensive. Instead, look at their budget-friendly "flanker" brands like Fido, Virgin Plus, or Koodo, or digital-first carriers like Public Mobile and Freedom Mobile. They offer the exact same network coverage for a fraction of the price.
Visit Public MobileIf your phone from back home is unlocked, do not sign a contract to get a new device. Opt for a "Bring Your Own Phone" month-to-month prepaid or postpaid plan. This keeps your monthly bill low and gives you the freedom to switch companies whenever a better deal pops up.
Visit FidoAlways ask for an "infinite" or "unlimited" data plan where your speed slows down if you go over your limit, rather than a plan that charges you expensive pay-per-megabyte overage fees. Utilize your campus Wi-Fi network as much as possible to preserve your data!
Visit Freedom Mobile