Best Internet Providers in British Columbia

By Andrew Dixon

Last updated 25 February 2022

The best internet providers in British Columbia are Telus, TekSavvy, and oxio thanks to the speed, reliability, and value that you can find with them. Finding a home internet provider can be tricky when there are many options, but we’ve picked out the best and fastest British Columbia has to offer.

Let’s jump in and find the best internet service provider (ISP) for you.

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Top 3 Internet Providers in British Columbia

Telus

5 out of 5 overall

The best of British Columbia’s plentiful ISPs is Telus. This fibre internet provider has great download speeds, upload speeds, and reliability. While prices are on the higher end, the performance is among the best in the country. Plus, you can find the fastest speeds with Telus. There’s even a brand new PureFibre X plan, available in parts of greater Vancouver, that reaches up to 2.5Gbps download and upload speeds, making it the fastest plan on our list.

Up to 2.5Gbps download and upload speeds
Reliable and effective fibre connection
Can be bundled with TV, home phone, home security, and cell phone services

TekSavvy

4.5 out of 5 overall

You don’t need to get your internet service from Telus or Shaw to get a fast, reliable connection. TekSavvy offers plans that can reach up to 1000Mbps, but some wallet-friendly options are also available. We love that TekSavvy has this variety of options with great customer service, awesome unlimited internet options, and bundles available with home phone and TV services.

Up to 1000Mbps download and 100Mbps upload
Excellent customer service
Can be bundled with TV and home phone services

oxio

4.5 out of 5 overall

There’s a lot to like about oxio. Value and transparency are some of oxio’s biggest pillars, and this allows the company to offer high-speed internet without the same high prices that you may expect. You can even see the breakdown of your prices from oxio itself, leaving no question as to where your hard-earned cash is going.

Up to 300Mbps download and 15Mbps upload
Exceptional value
Transparent pricing

#1	Telus	Telus Fibre Connection Speed 250 Mbps $80/mo	100%	Go
#2	VMedia	VMedia Cable Connection Speed 75 Mbps $44.95/mo Deal: FREE modem rental included	74%	Go
#3	Distributel	Distributel Cable Connection Speed 75 Mbps $39.95/mo Deal: Limited Time Offer: FREE installation & activation when you join DistribuTel on a 1 year term	48%	Go
#4	TekSavvy	TekSavvy Cable Connection Speed 30 Mbps $29.95/mo	32%	Go
#5	NorthwesTel	NorthwesTel ADSL Connection Speed 0.77 Mbps $37.76/mo	6%	Go

Fastest British Columbia Internet Providers

From Vancouver to Victoria you can find some of Canada's fastest internet in British Columbia. There are a handful of gigabit or faster providers that will help you do everything with buttery smoothness, but you can also pick up a plan with a lower maximum speed to save some cash.

Fastest internet in British Columbia

Max download speed	Max upload speed	Details
2.5Gbps	2.5Gbps	View plans
1.5Gbps	100Mbps	View plans
1Gbps	100Mbps	View plans
1000Mbps	100Mbps	View plans
940Mbps	10Mbps	View plans

Telus

5 out of 5 overall

There’s no one faster than Telus in all of Canada. The 2.5Gbps download and upload speeds from the PureFibre X plans are amazing, but you can save some cash by opting for the still lightning-quick 1.5Gbps or 1Gbps plans. Streamers, gamers, and smart home enthusiasts will love Telus’ speed.

Fastest available download speeds: 2.5Gbps, 1.5Gbps, 1Gbps
Fastest available upload speeds: 2.5Gbps, 940Mbps
Available connection types: Fibre

Shaw

4.5 out of 5 overall

Shaw is one of the biggest names in internet service, and for a good reason. You get all of the reliability you expect alongside speeds reaching 1.5Gbps download and 100Mbps upload. There are options like the Fibre+750 and Fibre+300 plans that will save you some money on your monthly bill while still allowing you to connect plenty of devices to unlimited internet.

Fastest available download speeds: 1.5Gbps, 1Gbps, 750Mbps
Fastest available upload speeds: 100Mbps, 10Mbps
Available connection types: Cable

TekSavvy

4.5 out of 5 overall

Gigabit speeds are available with some independent ISPs, too. TekSavvy’s fastest download speed of 1000Mbps is fast enough for you to connect 20+ devices with no hiccups. Other plan options will also provide plenty of speed, like the 500Mbps and 100Mbps offerings.

Fastest available download speeds: 1000Mbps, 500Mbps, 100Mbps
Fastest available upload speeds: 100Mbps, 25Mbps, 10Mbps
Available connection types: Cable

VMedia

4 out of 5 overall

The speeds and prices from VMedia are quite similar to what TekSavvy offers, and both of these internet service providers also offer home phone and TV bundles. VMedia can therefore offer near-identical service to TekSavvy. This availability is great news for BC customers as the internet access provided by both of these ISPs is strong.

Fastest available download speeds: 1000Mbps, 750Mbps, 300Mbps
Fastest available upload speeds: 100Mbps, 25Mbps, 15Mbps
Available connection types: Cable

Eastlink

4 out of 5 overall

There aren’t many options from Eastlink, but the options you have are quite fast. For great performance, you can pick up a plan with either a 940Mbps or 350Mbps download speed. The best part of Eastlink’s plans is the heavy discounts that you get when you sign up for a two-year agreement.

Fastest available download speeds: 940Mbps, 350Mbps
Fastest available upload speeds: 10Mbps
Available connection types: Cable

Most Available Internet in British Columbia

Number of plans	Connection types	Starting price	Top speed	More details
8	Cable	$50	1.5Gbps	View plans
11	Cable	$29.95	1Gbps	View plans
6	Fibre	$85	2.5Gbps	View plans
6	Cable	$40	300Mbps	View plans
10	Cable	$38.95	1Gbps	View plans

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Cheapest internet in British Columbia

Provider	Speed	Price	More details
TekSavvy	Up to 6Mbps	$29.95	View plan
VMedia	Up to 15Mbps	$38.95	View plan
Distributel	Up to 6Mbps	$39.95	View plan
oxio	Up to 25Mbps	$40	View plan
NorthwesTel	Up to 5Mbps	$45.95	View plan

Internet connection types in British Columbia

Connection type	Number of plans	Starting price	Top speed
Cable	39	$33.95/month	1.5Gbps
Fibre	8	$85/month	2.5Gbps
Satellite	5	$109.99/month	25Mbps

British Columbia Internet Provider FAQs

FAQs

What is the best internet provider in my area?

Telus is British Columbia’s best internet service provider. The advantages you get from a fibre network, including the fastest download and upload speeds in the country, are excellent reasons to opt for Telus as your ISP.

Who has the fastest internet service in my area?

British Columbia's fastest internet includes plans from Telus and Shaw. You can pick up a seriously fast 2.5Gbps download and upload plan from Telus if you live in Vancouver. Telus and Shaw offer 1.5Gbps plans, though Telus’ fibre network has advantages over Shaw’s fibre network. TekSavvy, VMedia, and Eastlink also have plans with gigabit options.

How much are internet packages in my area?

Most internet plans in British Columbia will range from around $30/month to over $100/month. We think plans ranging from $60–$85/month land in the sweet spot for most homes. You can find plans offering 100Mbps in this price range, which is great for streaming and connecting ten devices with ease.

How do I find internet deals in my area?

British Columbia internet deals often come as limited-time discounts, so we recommend signing up when you see one. We also suggest adding a calendar notification for when your plan resets to its default price, so you don’t have a bill scare. You can also search and compare internet plans using the WhistleOut search tool.

What internet speed do I need for my plan?

While signing up for an internet plan that includes gigabit speeds can be tempting, most homes only need around 100–150Mbps. If you’re an avid gamer, streamer, or have a bunch of devices to connect, then you’ll want to look into a plan with a higher speed. The minimum speeds that we recommend are 50Mbps download and 10Mbps upload.