Citytv+
Verified sports broadcast rights, direct live channels, and cord-cutting subscription review.
Expert Review & Verdict
Stream2Watch Sports 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 official match fixtures across MLB.
- Viewers tracking dedicated live coverage in our Baseball, Racing, Ice Hockey schedule hubs.
- Cord-cutters who demand reliable 60fps HD or 4K video feeds directly from official broadcast servers.
- Viewers wanting contract-free monthly flexibility without long-term commitments.
- First-time subscribers looking to test broadcast quality risk-free with a 7-day free trial.
Pricing Reality
Subscriptions start from $11.99 CAD/mo. Compared to traditional cable packages, Citytv+ delivers significant monthly savings.
- Strictly month-to-month billing: activate for your sport's active season and pause anytime.
- Eligible new accounts can test service reliability with a 7-day free trial.
- Annual plan discounts are typically offered for year-round fans looking to lower their effective monthly spend.
Technical Performance
- Resolution: Device Dependent with adaptive bitrate delivery to prevent buffering.
- Simultaneous Screens: Up to 2 screens at once for household viewing.
- DVR & Replays: VOD Replays for catching fixtures after work.
- Supported Devices: Works natively on Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Roku, Google TV, Samsung Smart TV.
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?
Citytv+ starts from $11.99 - $36.99 CAD/mo. All plans operate on a flexible cancel-anytime monthly basis.
What sports can I watch on Citytv+?
Citytv+ broadcasts official live coverage for 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 can I use to stream Citytv+?
Citytv+ is supported on Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Roku, Google TV, Samsung Smart TV, LG Smart TV, and more.
Is Citytv+ a legitimate, official sports service?
Yes. Citytv+ is a fully licensed, authenticated streaming service holding official broadcasting rights. Stream2Watch only lists authorized platforms.