Canada: Mobile Coverage & Carriers
Canada's mobile market is served by three major carriers: Bell, Rogers, and Telus. All three networks support 3G, 4G/LTE, and 5G services. The primary LTE bands used across the country are Band 4 and Band 66 (AWS spectrum), Band 7 (2600 MHz), and Bands 12 and 13 (700 MHz), which form the backbone of nationwide coverage. For 5G, the key bands are n78 (3.5 GHz) and n66.
Roaming eSIMs on Canadian networks typically connect via these same LTE and 5G bands. Local Canadian carriers issue eSIMs, enabling subscribers to activate service digitally. Coverage and band availability may vary by region and carrier, so compatibility should be verified with your specific network provider before traveling or switching services.
| Connectivity | As publicly reported |
|---|---|
| Network generations | 3G, 4G/LTE, 5G |
| Main mobile networks (MNOs) | Bell, Rogers, Telus |
| Key travel bands | B4/B66(AWS), B7(2600), B12/B13(700), n78(3.5GHz), n66 |
| Local eSIM support | Local carriers issue eSIMs |
| Region | North America |
| Capital | Ottawa |
| Calling code | +1 |
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Compiled from public-record telecom facts (the MNO roster, commercially-launched 3G/4G/5G generations, deployed travel-relevant bands and local-eSIM support) and verified June 2026; see the source we compile this country from. How we compile this. Plan prices are supplied by the eSIM provider feed at publish time, not stored here.