Citytv+ Review: Price, Sports Channels & How to Watch
Compare Citytv+ monthly plans, live sports channels, regional blackout rules, and supported devices.
Citytv+ Review: Verdict, Cost & Sports Coverage
WhereSports Editorial Desk • Audited October 2026
The Verdict
Our Verdict: Citytv+ provides a targeted entry point for Canadian cord-cutters prioritizing linear regional over-the-air feeds and Rogers-held specialty lifestyle brands without a traditional cable bundle. The standalone tier handles broadcast network drama and local news reliably, though live sports remain strictly confined to select weekend simulcasts unless upgrading to the joint Sportsnet+ bundle.
Best For
- Fans following live games across MLB, NHL, NBA.
- Viewers watching live coverage in our Baseball, Racing, Ice Hockey TV schedule hubs.
- Cord-cutters who want official live sports coverage without a long-term cable or satellite contract.
- Households looking for month-to-month flexibility so they can pause or cancel in the offseason.
- New subscribers who want to test the channel lineup first with a 7-day free trial.
Pricing Reality
Plans start at $11.99 CAD/mo on a month-to-month basis with no annual cable contract.
- Flexible monthly billing: subscribe for your league's active season and cancel online anytime.
- Eligible new subscribers can test the service first with a 7-day free trial.
- Check whether your specific channel requires a higher package tier, sports add-on, or regional sports fee.
Devices & Account Features
- Supported Devices: Available on Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Roku, Google TV, Samsung Smart TV.
- Simultaneous Streams: Up to 2 concurrent streams per account (depending on tier).
- Cloud DVR & Replays: VOD Replays.
- Subscription Model: Direct digital sign-up with online account cancellation.
In-Depth Platform Analysis & Coverage
Citytv+ operates as Rogers Sports & Media's direct-to-consumer digital carriage service, delivering live linear feeds for Citytv regional affiliates across Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Saskatchewan, and Montreal alongside multilingual OMNI Television broadcasts. While standalone subscribers receive reliable 1080p60 feeds for primetime network drama, local CityNews 24/7 transmissions, and lifestyle catalogs from HGTV, Food Network, Discovery, and FX, pure sports access is deliberately constrained. The standalone base tier delivers occasional Saturday simulcast coverage of Toronto Blue Jays baseball and special horse racing cards like The King's Plate, but regular-season hockey and regional baseball telecasts require the bundled Sportsnet+ package.
From a broadcast distribution standpoint, linear feeds maintain solid 1080p picture quality at 60fps across modern smart TVs, though 4K UHD broadcasts remain absent on digital app transmissions and are reserved strictly for traditional Rogers Xfinity cable set-top hardware. Electronic program guide (EPG) transitions on Apple TV and Google TV operate with minimal latency, though dynamic ad insertion on live local news can occasionally stutter during network handoffs. Simultaneous app transmission is locked to 2 concurrent screens per account, and stringent geo-verification blocks all telecasts outside Canadian territorial borders.
What We Like (Pros)
- Budget-friendly entry point for legal local Canadian network carriage without cable
- Integrated live feeds for regional Citytv stations and CityNews 24/7 newsrooms
- Access to cable entertainment libraries including FX, HGTV, and Discovery
- Smooth 1080p60 picture quality on primary live feeds across connected TV devices
What to Consider (Cons)
- Extremely restricted live sports carriage on standalone tier without Sportsnet+ add-on
- Complete absence of 4K HDR live telecasts across all app platforms
- On-demand catalog rotation causes periodic licensed series expirations
- Strict territorial IP geo-verification prevents playback while traveling abroad
Subscription Packages & Pricing
- Live linear feeds of Citytv local stations (Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Alberta, Saskatchewan)
- On-demand network catalogs from FX, FXX, HGTV, Food Network, and Discovery
- Select weekend Toronto Blue Jays MLB telecasts (simulcast feeds)
- CityNews 24/7 live news coverage and Breakfast Television
- 1080p60 HD picture quality on 2 simultaneous screens
- 12 months of live local Citytv feeds and specialty linear channels
- Full access to FX, FXX, HGTV, Food Network, Discovery, and ID catalogs
- 30% overall savings compared to recurring monthly subscription fees
- All primetime Canadian originals and next-day network catch-up
- 2 concurrent broadcast feeds across smart TV platforms and mobile
- All live Citytv regional channels, OMNI TV, and entertainment network catalogs
- Complete regional and national MLB Toronto Blue Jays telecast schedule
- Sportsnet East, Ontario, West, Pacific, One, and 360 linear network feeds
- National NHL telecasts including Monday Night Hockey and Stanley Cup Playoffs
- 2 simultaneous digital broadcast screens across both app interfaces
Live & Upcoming Matches on Citytv+
Live sporting fixtures scheduled on Citytv+ carried channels and tournaments.
Recently Aired Matches on Citytv+
Recent sports matches and tournament games previously broadcasted across Citytv+ channels.
Live TV Channels & Station Lineup
Official television networks and sports broadcast feeds carried by Citytv+.
Where Citytv+ is Available
Select your regional sports TV hub to browse local channels and schedules.
Supported Devices & Streaming Apps
Native applications and verified hardware compatibility for Citytv+.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Citytv+ cost per month?
Citytv+ plans start at $11.99 - $36.99 CAD/mo. Subscriptions operate on a month-to-month basis and can be canceled online anytime.
What live sports can I watch on Citytv+?
Citytv+ carries live sports coverage across Baseball, Horse Racing, Ice Hockey, Basketball, including MLB (Select Toronto Blue Jays Simulcasts), The King's Plate, NHL (Via Sportsnet+ Bundle), NBA (Via Sportsnet+ Bundle).
What devices support the Citytv+ app?
Citytv+ is supported on Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Roku, Google TV, Samsung Smart TV, LG Smart TV, and additional connected TV devices.
Is Citytv+ an official, legal sports streaming service?
Yes. Citytv+ is a licensed streaming service holding official broadcast rights in its operating territories. WhereSports only lists official, authorized broadcasters and streaming apps.