What Channel Is Citytv On?

Citytv is one of Canada’s major commercial broadcast networks, known for bringing major U.S. primetime dramas and comedies (like the Chicago and Law & Order franchises) to Canadian screens alongside its distinctive local news format, CityNews.

Similar to CBC, Citytv is a licensed broadcast network, which means the main channel is available for free if you have a digital antenna in any of its licensed city markets. It’s also included in virtually every basic cable and satellite TV package across Canada.

The real game-changer here is the streaming service, Citytv+. This is no longer just Citytv shows. For a single low price, you get a huge bundle of channels, including Citytv, Bravo, HGTV, Food Network, Discovery, FX, and more, making it one of the most content-dense streaming services in Canada.

In this guide, I’ll show you the essential ways to access Citytv—from the antenna channel in Toronto to the powerful streaming bundle.

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• Citytv channel numbers
• Get Citytv with cable or satellite
• Get Citytv with a live TV streaming service

What channel is Citytv on near me?

As a main broadcast network, Citytv is located on a very low channel number on most Canadian TV providers, often in the single digits or low double digits. Because Citytv is available in major Canadian cities, you should look for the channel number associated with your closest local station (e.g., CITY-DT Toronto, CKVU-DT Vancouver).

In the table below, I’ve listed the Citytv channel numbers for 20 Canadian cities. Still, your channel number may vary depending on your exact location and TV setup. You might also notice multiple channels on your guide—typically labeled East and West—which allow you to catch programs in different time zones.

Citytv channel numbers across Canada

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Get Citytv with cable or satellite TV

Because Citytv is a major broadcast network, you’ll typically find it in the lower-tier plans of virtually every major Canadian cable and satellite provider, alongside CBC, CTV, and Global. Fortunately, that means you won’t need to buy an expensive sports or entertainment add-on to get it.

Data effective as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.

Get Citytv with a live TV streaming service

When it comes to streaming, Citytv keeps everything in-house on Citytv+. That means you won’t find the channel through third-party live TV streaming services, like Fubo or StackTV.

I do want to point out a special exception: Citytv+ is available as a channel add-on through Amazon Prime Video Channels. This is one of the few places where you can subscribe to the full Citytv+ content bundle outside of the official app.

Unlock Citytv with the Citytv+ app

Citytv+ is the official streaming home for the network. But its real selling point is the fact that you get a collection of specialty channels for a price significantly lower than subscribing to them individually.

You can still watch most recent episodes for free up to seven days after they air. Once that window closes, though, you’ll need a TV provider login or a Citytv+ subscription to access the full library and bonus content.

Data effective as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.

For sports fans, the Citytv+ and Sportsnet+ Bundle offers solid value. While it restricts you to the standard Sportsnet+ plan (not Premium), you still get a massive amount of live sports while saving around $8 a month.

What’s on Citytv?

Citytv’s programming is structured around three core pillars: local relevance, international reality hits, and multicultural programming. You’ll also get original Canadian series like Hudson & Rex and Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent.

Here’s a quick look at the top-tier entertainment you can expect to see on the network and spin-off platforms.

Local news and daytime TV

• Flagship news: The national and local daily news brand is CityNews, with bureaus across the country and a dedicated CityNews 24/7 live stream (available on Citytv+).
• Morning drive: The franchise Breakfast Television (BT) is a signature program running in major markets like Toronto, Vancouver, and Calgary, providing local morning news, entertainment, and lifestyle content.

Reality TV and U.S. hits

Citytv emphasizes high-engagement weekly event formats, ranging from scripted dramas to highly social reality programming.

• Scripted dramas: It is the Canadian home for the massive Dick Wolf universes, including Law & Order and Chicago Fire.
• Reality giants: It broadcasts the Bachelor franchise (The Bachelor, The Bachelorette, The Golden Bachelor) and The Voice.
• Streaming extras: With a Citytv+ subscription, you also get access to shows from the Bravo network, including The Real Housewives franchise.

Multicultural programming (OMNI)

The OMNI Television channels (included in Citytv+) offer essential daily news and current affairs programming in multiple languages. These broadcasts serve Canada’s diverse ethnic communities with content in Mandarin, Cantonese, Punjabi, Italian, Arabic, and Tagalog.

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