Results of your search
FAQ
I can’t receive any calls on my phone. Why?
IMPORTANT: If your phone line was just recently activated on the Fizz network, see: Transferring your phone line If you’re having difficulty making phone calls (but can receive calls) see: My phone can’t make any calls. How do I fix it? Make sure you are in a zone that has adequate coverage. See our network coverage map If you are outside the coverage zone for the Fizz network, you can connect via our partner network. Learn about accessing our partner network Troubleshooting: Make sure you have minutes Make sure you have minutes left on your plan. If your plan does not contain any minutes, it will be impossible to receive calls on your phone. Several options are available to you in My Account under ''Manage'' to fix the situation: Buy an Add-on (you can then make and receive calls immediately) Add funds to your wallet (you can then make and receive calls immediately) Change your plan (any plan change will be effective starting at your next payment cycle) Log into your account Restart your phone Reboot (power cycle) your device by holding down the device’s start button for 10 seconds. After you reboot, your applications will reload. Your phone will then re-authenticate to the Fizz mobile network. This will allow your device to recover its authorization to access the network. Airplane mode or offline mode Make sure your phone is not in airplane mode or offline mode. If airplane mode or offline mode is activated on your phone, all connections such as calls, mobile data, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth function, etc. will not work. The process of turning off airplane mode or offline mode will vary depending on your device. Here are two examples: Android: Slide your finger from the top to the bottom of the screen (options panel) → Offline mode
FAQ
I’ve unsubscribed. I want to return my Wi-Fi modem, but it’s lost or broken.
Please let us know if there’s a problem with returning your Wi-Fi modem. To contact Customer Service, simply click on the chat bubble in the bottom right corner of this page. You can access the bubble chat within our business hours. If you return a modem that is in poor condition, or if we receive a box that does not contain your modem, you will be charged a $225 (plus applicable taxes) modem replacement fee and/or $60 for delivery by a technician. If a refund is due to you, this amount will be deducted from the amount due. To learn more about the process of unsubscribing from the Internet service, please refer to this FAQ.
FAQ
I’m outside my coverage zone and my mobile data isn’t working. Why?
When you are traveling outside your usual coverage area, you will be able to use data, and send/receive texts when you travel outside your coverage zone. To make and receive calls, you can use messaging apps such as WhatsApp or Messenger. Please note that the use of certain applications may be prohibited in some countries. Note: Charges may apply to use your phone while you are outside your coverage zone. See: I’m travelling outside Canada. What are my roaming options? When you are traveling outside your usual coverage area and using your phone, you must connect to an available local mobile network that is compatible with your phone. Troubleshooting: Is there mobile data in your plan? If your plan does not include data, you will not be able to connect to the Fizz mobile internet network. 1. You can adjust your plan to extend you data coverage to all Canada or Canada+US : this change comes into effect at the start of your next billing cycle. 2. You can also add data to your plan and use them right away by buying a Travel data Add-on. 3. Remember that you can also access the internet by connecting to a WiFi network. 4. If you are travelling, depending on the country you are visiting, you may be able to add money to your wallet to pay as you go. For more details, consult this FAQ : I’m travelling outside my coverage zone. What are my roaming options? Is your mobile data activated? Activate mobile data on your phone. Your phone has a software switch that allows you to connect or disconnect from the Fizz mobile network. By doing this, you can allow or prevent your phone from using mobile data. The steps to follow to enable your phone to use mobile
FAQ
How to connect a device to view my TV content?
Visit this section of our website for all the details on our TV service. You can subscribe there, or directly here, or in your account at Fizz.ca > My plans > Add a TV plan. Compatible devices The app is available on Google Play, the App Store, Roku and Amazon Fire TV. It can also be downloaded directly onto a compatible smart TV. Good to know: Any device you use that is compatible with Fizz TV must have its region/location set to Canada. It is important to set the location to Canada on your streaming device too. APPLE iPhone, iOS 13+ iPad, iPadOS 13+ Apple TV, tvOS 13+ ANDROID Android Mobile, Android (Mobile) OS 8+ Android TV, (certified) Android (TV) OS 9+ AMAZON Amazon Fire, Amazon Fire TV, Fire OS 5+ CHROMECAST DEVICE New generations with Google TV ROKU Roku, Roku OS 9.2+ SMART TELEVISIONS LG Smart TV LG from 2018 with WebOS 5.0 support and higher Samsung Smart TV Samsung Smart TV with Tizen 7.0 and Tizen 8.0 except: Tizen 7.0: Models beginning with K1L Tizen 8.0: Models UCU8000TL_PML,UCU8000_PML,UCU800M_PML,UCU80MD_PML Tizen 8.0: Models K3LDCU, K3LDCU_REF, K3LDCU, K3LDCU_REF, K3LDCU_LWE, K3LDCU_LWE Note: If your smart TV is not compatible with Fizz TV app, you have the option to connect a streaming device like Apple TV or Amazon Fire Stick to your TV to enjoy the service. Most televisions marketed after 2024 are compatible with these devices. To connect a device STEP 1 - Download and install the Fizz TV app on your device. Make sure your TV plan is live and your device connected to your Fizz Home Internet network, and not to a VPN or public Internet. Search for the Fizz TV app on your device, download it and install it. If in doubt, refer to the instructions for your device
FAQ
I can’t make any calls on my phone. Why?
Before starting the troubleshooting steps, here are a few points to consider : If you’re having difficulty receiving phone calls (but can make calls) see: My phone isn’t receiving any calls. How do I fix it? Make sure you are in a zone that has adequate coverage. See our network coverage map If you are outside the Fizz network, you can connect via our partner network. Learn about accessing our partner network If you are outside Canada and the United States, please note that it is not possible to make or receive calls. This service is not available outside these two countries. I’m travelling outside my coverage area. What are my options? Troubleshooting: Make sure you have minutes If your plan does not contain any minute, you will not be able to make or receive calls on your phone. Several options are available to you in My Account under ''Manage plan'' to regularize the situation: Add-ons (Immediate) Wallet (Immediate) Make changes to this plan (At the end of the payment cycle) Restart your phone Reboot (power cycle) your phone by holding down the phone’s start button for 10 seconds. After you reboot, your applications will reload. Your phone will then re-authenticate to the Fizz mobile network. This will allow your phone to recover its authorization to access the network. Reset Network Settings Rest assured, this operation does not delete personal data stored on your device. Follow the steps corresponding to your type of mobile phone. Android: Settings / System / Reset options / Reset cellular network settings (may vary depending on the manufacturer) iOS: Settings / General / Transfer or Reset iPhone / Reset / Reset Network Settings Note: Resetting network settings affects various types of connections (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, VPN, cellular). Saved Wi-Fi networks and paired Bluetooth devices will be
FAQ
Troubleshooting: I’m having issues with my Fizz TV channels. What do I do?
Check your signal Remember, no Internet means no TV. Your TV channels are delivered over your Fizz Home Internet connection. If you’re running into any issue with your TV service, start by checking your Internet connection. Check the region on your device The region settings of any compatible device you are watching your Fizz TV content on must be set to Canada. How to check and change the region: Apple TV: Settings > General > Region > select “Canada”. Roku: A Roku device remembers the IP address you use and sets your region from the second you connect it to the Internet. This means you may need to create a new Roku account, reset your Roku device and link the device to your new account. Refer to your device instructions. Android TV/Android mobile: In Google Play Store > Settings > General > Account and Device Preferences > Country and Profiles > Select “Canada”. Amazon Fire TV: Sign in to your Amazon account linked to the Firestick > Accounts and Lists > Content and Devices > Preferences > Country/Region Settings > Change > Select “Canada”. Apple mobile (iOS/iPad): Settings > (your name at top) > Media & Purchases > View Account > Country/Region > Change Country or Region > Select “Canada”. Use the latest version of the Fizz TV app Having the latest version of the Fizz TV app is key. If you’re not using the latest version, updating it may actually address your issue from the get-go. Check which version you’re using: In the Fizz TV app itself: Select “Settings” and the app version will be displayed in the bottom-right corner. Android TV/Fire TV devices: Settings > Apps > Fizz TV. You’ll see the app version at the top. Android mobile device: Settings > Apps (or Storage) > Fizz TV
FAQ
Install and activate an eSIM
A SIM is what identifies you and connects your phone (whether you buy one on fizz.ca or bring your own) to the Fizz mobile network. An eSIM is basically a virtual SIM card. Important: don’t delete your eSIM. Never delete an active or about to be activated eSIM, including the one from your previous provider if you are transferring your number to Fizz. Too late? A few steps are now required to save the situation. See the steps If you get an error message after your eSIM is installed in your phone: The reason -> your phone is trying to connect to the Fizz network, but the transfer of your number hasn’t started. What you need to do -> go in your account under My plans > Manage my plan > Install my eSIM and click on the button to launch the transfer. Important -> Do NOT delete your eSIM. Too late? A few steps are now required to save the situation. See the steps Please note that there is no 30-minute activation delay for the eSIM when activating a new plan. Where to get an eSIM Ordering and activating an eSIM is done at the same time, directly at Fizz.ca. You need a compatible phone and Internet access. If it’s not already done, create your Fizz account and from the Overview page, add a mobile plan. After validating your address, you’ll be offered a choice and that’s where you can select the eSIM. Good to know: To use an eSIM, your phone must be compatible. Check my phone If it isn’t, you can still get a physical SIM card online, or from one of our partner stores. Installing (and activating) an eSIM Once all the subscription steps have been completed, including choosing your plan and configuring your phone number