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The first thing to know is that residential packages for internet in Canada cost more than in many other countries.<\/span><\/h2><\/div><\/div>

One reason for this is the sheer breadth of Canada. Canada\u2019s internet providers can cost a lot to maintain a network that operates in separate and far apart locations, and this cost is spread to users across the country.<\/p>

It has also been suggested that Canada\u2019s biggest internet service providers are\u00a0using their internet customers to recoup\u00a0falling revenue from their TV offering, as more and more customers ditch traditional cable TV.<\/p>

So it\u2019s important to make sure you get the best deal.<\/p>

When you\u2019re moving into an apartment, check which internet service providers are already operating on the premises. Some apartment buildings have special deals, and some tenant agreements will have service from ISPs in Canada already included in the cost. Don\u2019t spend more than you have to.<\/p>

Newcomer to Canada?<\/strong><\/p>

Stay up-to-date with latest immigration developments \u2013 as anyone will tell you, changes happen regularly that can affect your move.<\/p>

Main internet service providers in Canada<\/strong><\/h2>

\"InternetBell<\/a>, Rogers<\/a>, Telus<\/a>, and Shaw<\/a> are among the bigger ISPs in Canada offering packages.<\/p>

Availability will depend on your location. For instance, Bell and Rogers are the big internet service providers\u00a0in Ontario, while Shaw and Telus are the main players\u00a0competing in western provinces.<\/p>

Users in many discussion forums you\u2019ll come across recommend Novus. However, they\u00a0operate in very few\u00a0locations. Their service\u00a0is\u00a0only available in certain apartment\u00a0buildings in Vancouver.<\/p>

TekSavvy is\u00a0one of several Canadian internet providers who largely depend on the infrastructure of its bigger\u00a0competitors.<\/p>

We\u2019ve listed these\u00a0six ISPs in Canada and\u00a0assessed their products. Read our advice first and keep it in mind\u00a0when\u00a0assessing the internet service providers available at your address.<\/p>

Which internet in Canada option is best for me?<\/strong><\/h2>

There are a number of factors to consider, including download and upload speeds, data caps, and cost.<\/p>

Don\u2019t be shy about asking internet service providers for detail on these, and explaining to them how you typically use the internet. It\u2019s their job to ensure you\u2019re informed about the package you\u2019re buying.<\/p>

If there\u2019s anything the person you\u2019re speaking to\u00a0seems unsure of, feel free to politely ask\u00a0them to check with\u00a0their<\/em>\u00a0support managers for an answer.<\/p>

Download \/ upload speed<\/strong><\/p>

Any data that comes from the internet\u00a0TO<\/strong>\u00a0your device relies on your downloading stream to get there. The higher the speed, the faster this data is likely to\u00a0get to your device.<\/p>

You can get by with very little if you\u2019re doing some light web browsing. Examples would be\u00a0checking email, reading articles like those on Moving2Canada,\u00a0and looking at some photos on Facebook from time to time.<\/p>

Other activities require more data to be transferred. A common example would be video, and in particular, video that has a very clear picture.<\/p>

Netflix, for instance, recommends\u00a0download speeds of at least five megabits per second (Mbps) to watch HD video, and 25Mbps to watch Ultra HD (very high-quality) video.<\/p>

Any data that goes\u00a0to the internet\u00a0FROM\u00a0<\/strong>your device relies on your uploading stream to get there.<\/p>

Every time you type in a web address, or search something on Google, you\u2019re sending data from your device to the internet. These are relatively simple\u00a0tasks that don\u2019t require a very high upload speed.<\/p>

More intense activities would be a Skype call, for example. When you\u2019re streaming\u00a0live imagery from your web camera to another web user, you\u2019ll\u00a0need a strong upload speed to send video that\u2019s of a viewable quality.<\/p>

Skype recommends an upload speed of at least 1.5Mbps.<\/p>

Other issues to consider:<\/p>