Netflix Canada: Prices, Features and Content | Finder Canada (2024)

The biggest streaming service in the world really needs no introduction, but here’s one anyway. With humble beginnings as a DVD delivery service, Netflix essentially paved the way for streaming video on demand single-handedly. After a huge global expansion, including into Canada in 2010, Netflix is now available in over 190 countries around the world.

Netflix started only streaming shows from other studios, but now also produces Netflix-original content — an important strategy as studios like Disney and Paramount have developed their own exclusive content streaming services, Disney Plus and Paramount Plus. Early Netflix successes included House of Cards and Orange is the New Black, while later hits included Stranger Things and Squid Game.

How much does Netflix Canada cost?

A Netflix Canada subscription costs:

• Netflix Basic with ads: $5.99/month
• Netflix Basic (no ads): $9.99/month
• Netflix Standard: $16.49/month
• Netflix Premium: $20.99/month

Netflix Canada does not offer annual plans, so you can’t pay for a yearly subscription.

Basic with Ads and Basic (no ads) only allow one HD (720p) stream. The Standard plan allows 2 simultaneous streams in Full HD (1080p). The Premium plan allows up to 4 simultaneous streams in Ultra HD (4K) and HDR.

There are no contracts with Netflix so you can cancel the service at any time. But until then, the credit card you used to sign up will automatically be charged each month.

How much is Netflix monthly in Canada?

Fees for password sharing at different locations

As of February 2023, Netflix started limiting how many people at different locations can share the same account. You now have to pay to add up to 1 additional user for $7.99/month with the Standard plan, and up to 2 additional users for $7.99/month each with the Premium plan. An “additional user” refers to any person watching from a different location.

What are the limits on the Basic plan with ads?

On November 1, 2022, Netflix launched the Basic with Ads subscription tier, which costs $5.99 a month in Canada. It’s cheaper than the Basic plan but has around 4-5 minutes of ads for every hour of viewing, plus you won’t be able to download content. Around 5% of the regular Netflix library is unavailable with this plan. The entire Netflix catalogue will also now be available in a minimum of HD, with the Basic plan and the Basic plan with Ads both being in HD from November 1, 2022.

Does Netflix have a free trial in Canada?

While Canadians were once able to enjoy 30 days of free Netflix, that’s no longer the case. Netflix removed its free trial in October 2020. You can cancel your account at any time though. So if Netflix isn’t right for you, the most you’ll pay is 1 month’s subscription fees.

Compare Netflix to other streaming services in Canada

What can I watch on Netflix Canada?

We monitor Netflix content additions and removals regularly, and Netflix’s library in Canada currently has 2500 TV shows and 4469 movies.

Netflix TV highlights include global hits like Stranger Things, Lucifer, The Witcher, Virgin River, The Crown and more.

Netflix features

Netflix comes with numerous features that make streaming a seamless and accessible experience. You can:

• Set up multiple profiles, so every member of the household can create their own watchlist and get personalised recommendations.
• There is a special Kids profile and you can set parental controls.
• Transfer profiles, a recently introduced feature that lets people using your account transfer a profile — keeping the personalized recommendations, viewing history, My List and other settings — when they start their own membership. This feature is rolling out around the world. You’ll be notified by email as soon as Profile Transfer becomes available on your account.
• Download content from Netflix to watch offline
• Watch with closed captions or subtitles
• Adjust playback speed
• Audio descriptions are available for a lot of titles
• Use the Skip Intro button for when you’re in a rush
• Auto-plays episodes so you can binge-watch for as long as you want
• Use Play Something and Netflix will automatically choose a title for you if you don’t know what to watch

How does Netflix compare?

Netflix is one of the most popular streaming services in Canada, but the competition is getting fiercer each year. Services like Prime Video, Disney Plus and Paramount Plus are worthy competitors. Niche services like BritBox, Acorn TV and Shudder also available to cater to viewers with more specific tastes.

Which devices are compatible with Netflix Canada?

An appealing aspect that Netflix has over other video streaming providers is the number of devices you can use to access the movies and TV series. Sign in with your Netflix account to watch instantly on the web at netflix.com from your computer or on any internet-connected device that offers the Netflix app including smart TVs, smartphones, tablets, streaming media players and game consoles. Some already come with the Netflix app pre-installed, so you don’t have to add another device to watch. Netflix is available to watch on:

• • PC
  • Mac
• • Smartphones/tablets running Android
  • iOS
  • Windows
• • Hisense
  • Fire TV
  • LG
  • Panasonic
  • Samsung
  • Sony
• • Apple TV
  • Chromecast
  • Portal TV from Facebook
  • Fire TV
  • LG
  • NVIDIA SHIELD
  • Roku
• • LG
  • Toshiba
  • Panasonic
  • Samsung
  • Sharp
• • PS Vita
  • PS3
  • PS4
  • PS5
  • XBOX 360
  • XBOX One
  • XBOX Series X|S
• • Bell
  • Cogeco
  • Telus

Netflix Canada FAQs

• Netflix lets you download titles to iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Android phone or tablet, Amazon Fire tablet, Windows 10 or 11 tablet or computer, Chromebook and Chromebox computers. Simply navigate to the show or movie you want to download, and look for the download icon. Much of Netflix's library is accessible offline, but not all titles can be downloaded due to licensing issues.

• Depending on your subscription tier, the number of devices you can add to your account ranges from 1 to 4.

• Yes, you will find that a number of titles are available in 4K. Of course, this quality will only be evident if you are streaming the video to a 4K-equipped TV. You will also need the Netflix Premium plan to get access to the platform's 4K catalogue.

• The minimum connection speed is 0.5Mbps, but this will give you a poor quality image. The speed and the bandwidth of your internet connection will have a direct impact on how you view the content, so you will want a high-speed connection for best results.

• Netflix Canada offers gift cards priced from $25 up to any custom amount. These can be gifted to a friend or family member, or even used by you if you're particularly concerned about storing your payment details online. Netflix gift cards can be purchased online via PayPal or PC Game Supply.

• No, unfortunately, Netflix Canada only offers monthly subscriptions. You can't buy a yearly Netflix subscription.

• At the bottom of the Netflix online help centre, you'll find links to contact Netflix by phone or live chat. You can also contact Netflix Customer Service via mobile app, available for Android and iOS.