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5G and 5G+ Networks

The best 5G network4

Whether you’re talking with loved ones, shopping online, or using a navigation app, you can always count on a consistent connection with the best 5G network.4

The fastest 5G speeds4

Speed matters for doing what you love on your favourite apps. From streaming, sharing content, and gaming, our network delivers the fastest 5G speeds4 in Canada.

The largest coverage5

From city to cottage country, Canada’s largest 5G network5 has you covered wherever life takes you.

Awarded Canada's best 5G network.6

Ookla™ Speedtest Intelligence data confirms Bell outperforms all other national wireless networks in Canada, based on the most comprehensive crowdsourced testing.

What you get on Canada’s best 5G network.4

Our 5G and 5G+ enable theoretical peak download speed of up to 1.7 Giga bits per sec, referrer 7 5G available in select major areas of Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, the Greater Toronto Area, Montreal and more. in cities, towns and communities across Canada for an incredible mobile experience  (average expected speeds between 89–705 Mbps).

Up to 100x faster speeds

Future 5G/5G+ technology deployments will have theoretical peak download speeds that are up to 100x faster than 4G LTE. This means large files will be downloaded in seconds, videos will be streamed in the highest resolution, and you’ll benefit from an overall better experience.

5G/5G+ will also provide faster Internet speed to users in remote areas that currently don’t have access to fibre technology.

Up to 1,000x greater capacity

Future 5G/5G+ technology connected devices will be able to receive multiple streams of data, dramatically increasing their capacity to enjoy reliably fast speeds, even during peak times and at crowded events.

Up to 3x lower latency

Future 5G and 5G+ technology will allow devices to connect to one another with a lightning-fast response time. This opens up possibilities for real-time gaming, self-driving cars, and other immersive experiences that rely on real-time communication.

A reliable connection

Bell connects the vast majority of cell towers with fibre, the best network technology, to give customers a reliable connection. In addition, our in-building coverage improvements deliver a strong LTE signal. Backed by the latest network infrastructure technology, Bell also gives you access to a network offering the most cell towers connected by fibre.

Bell’s dedicated team of 7,600 network employees are continuously working to optimize our network, all with the shared goal of providing Canadians with the absolute best, most advanced mobile experience.

Connecting Canadians with the latest technology.

Bell’s ongoing investments in 5G Advanced technology ensure our networks are future-ready and aligned with evolving global standards. These strategic investments lay the foundation for next-generation wireless experiences. Customers will benefit from improved reliability, lower latency and faster speeds.

We’ve got you covered.

With 5G+ expansion as our primary focus, we're leveraging our existing super-fast LTE network (covering 99% of the Canadian population) to build a similarly extensive 5G/5G+ network across Canada over the next few years.

Frequently asked questions

The Bell 5G+ network builds on the strength of our existing 5G network by using higher-frequency spectrums (3500 and 3800 MHz), delivering speeds up to 65% faster.2 It also provides increased capacity and better performance in high-traffic areas like stadiums, malls and city centres. Plus, with up to 3x lower latency, it’s great for data-heavy activities like streaming in 4K, live gaming and video conferencing.

Bell, Canada’s fastest 5G network, can reach peak theoretical download speeds of up to 2 Gbps.8

Bell 5G+ coverage is growing across the country. It’s currently available in select areas of Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, the Greater Toronto Area, Ottawa, Montréal and Halifax. You can check availability for your specific address using our network coverage map.

To access the 5G+ network, you need a 5G-compatible device and an eligible rate plan. Most newer phones (iPhone 12 and newer, Samsung Galaxy S21 and newer) are 5G+ compatible.

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