If you’re looking for major U.S. reality shows, primetime dramas, and one of the country’s most respected national newscasts, you need Global TV. As one of Canada’s dominant private networks, Global is the exclusive home to massive U.S. hits like Survivor, NCIS, and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.
Like CBC and CTV, Global’s primary channel is a licensed broadcast network. This means the channel is available for free with a digital antenna in any of its licensed markets and is included in even the most basic cable or satellite packages.
The easiest way to access this content is through the Global TV App or GlobalTV.com. These online options give you access to free, time-limited catch-up episodes. You can also unlock full live and on-demand streaming by signing in with your paid TV subscription.
In this guide, I’ll show you exactly how to find the Global TV channel numbers for your area. I’ll also cover which TV providers offer the network and how to access its full streaming library.
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What channel is Global TV on near me?
Global TV typically sits near the very start of your channel lineup, usually in the single digits or low 100s.
Because the network relies on local stations across the country (like CIII-DT Toronto or CHAN-DT Vancouver), your specific channel number depends on your local affiliate and TV provider. To help you find it quickly, I’ve listed the Global TV channel numbers for 20 major Canadian cities in the table below.
Global TV channel numbers across Canada
| City | Local channel | Bell Fibe TV | Bell Satellite TV | Rogers Xfinity TV | Shaw Direct | Telus Optik TV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calgary, AB | 2.1 | — | 244 | 101 | 196 | 104 |
| Charlottetown, PE | 42.1 | — | 204 | — | 101 | — |
| Edmonton, AB | 13.1 | — | 240 | 101 | 191 | 104 |
| Fredericton, NB | 11.1 | — | 198 | 6 | 105 | — |
| Halifax, NS | 8.1 | 4 | 204 | — | 101 | — |
| Hamilton, ON | — | 203 | 211 | — | 131 | — |
| Iqaluit, NU | — | — | 211 | — | 131 | — |
| London, ON | 6.1 | 203 | 211 | 3 | 131 | — |
| Montreal, QC | 15.1 | 203 | 234 | — | 121 | — |
| Ottawa, ON | 6.1 | 203 | 211 | 3 | 143 | — |
| Quebec City, QC | 20.1 | 203 | 234 | — | 121 | — |
| Regina, SK | 11.1 | — | 594 | — | 171 | — |
| Saskatoon, SK | 4.1 | — | 236 | 101 | 175 | — |
| St. John’s, NL | — | 4 | 204 | 26 | 101 | — |
| Thunder Bay, ON | 4.1 | 203 | 222 | — | 147 | — |
| Toronto, ON | 41.1 | 203 | 211 | 3 | 131 | — |
| Vancouver, BC | 8.1 | — | 252 | 101 | 212 | 104 |
| Victoria, BC | — | — | 252 | 101 | 212 | 104 |
| Whitehorse, YT | — | — | 252 | — | 212 | — |
| Winnipeg, MB | 9.1 | 12 | 227 | 101 | 161 | — |
Data effective as of post date.
Get Global TV with cable or satellite TV
Because Global TV is one of Canada’s key terrestrial networks, you don’t need a fancy entertainment package to get it. You’ll find it in the Basic or Starter package of virtually every cable and satellite provider in the country.
In fact, the network is such a staple of Canadian television that it’s standard across the board. You can count on accessing it with any of the major providers listed below.
| Provider | Type | Global TV | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bell Fibe TV | IPTV | ✔ | View Plans |
| Bell Satellite | Satellite | ✔ | View Plans |
| Cogeco | Cable | ✔ | View Plans |
| Eastlink | Cable | ✔ | View Plans |
| Rogers Xfinity TV | Cable/IPTV | ✔ | View Plans |
| Shaw Direct | Satellite | ✔ | View Plans |
| Telus Optik TV | IPTV | ✔ | View Plans |
| Vidéotron | Cable | ✔ | View Plans |
Data effective as of post date.
Get Global TV with a live TV streaming service
Like other major Canadian broadcast networks, Global tends to restrict its live stream to its own platform to maintain control over advertising. But there’s one major exception: StackTV. Available as an add-on via Amazon Prime Video Channels, this subscription gives you the live Global TV feed alongside other popular networks like Disney Channel and Flavour Network.
Still, I recommend the Global TV App as your primary streaming option. It’s the most direct way to stream content, and it offers two clear tiers of access.
- Free (ad-supported): This is perfect for catch-up viewing. It allows you to stream the latest episodes of most Global shows for seven days after they air, with no login required.
- Full access (with TV provider): If you log in with your cable or satellite credentials, you can stream your local Global channel live and unlock the network’s entire on-demand library.
What’s on Global TV?
Global TV builds its schedule around one simple strategy: big-budget, high-octane entertainment. It’s the Canadian home for the biggest police procedurals and reality juggernauts on television, paired with a robust localized news division.
News and information
- Global National: Canada’s highly respected national news program, airing nightly and featuring top anchors.
- Local newscasts: The network produces localized Global News broadcasts in the early evening and late night across its stations, often including comprehensive traffic and weather reports.
- Corus Network: Global’s parent company, Corus Entertainment, also owns specialty channels like HISTORY, Showcase, W Network, and Flavour Network.
High-profile U.S. simulcasts
- Global is the exclusive Canadian home to major U.S. network titles, often simulcasting them live with the U.S. broadcast.
- Key shows include Survivor, NCIS, Chicago Fire, and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.
Canadian content and originals
- Features Canadian original productions such as Top Chef Canada, Family Law, and several dramas and sitcoms that satisfy Canadian content requirements.
Global TV channel FAQ
Is the Global TV App free?
Yes, the Global TV App is free to download. It gives you free access to the most recent seven days of episodes for most shows. But you must sign in with a paid TV subscription to access the live channel stream and the full on-demand libraries.
Can I watch Global live without a cable subscription?
You can watch Global live for free using a digital antenna if you live near one of its licensed broadcast transmitters. Unfortunately, you need a cable or satellite TV subscription to stream complete coverage via the Global TV App. But you can also opt for a StackTV subscription for easy streaming.
Is Global available on Corus streaming services like StackTV?
Yes, Global TV is the flagship network of the StackTV bundle. You'll need a monthly subscription from an eligible provider to get the main entertainment channel. But 24/7 Global News live streams are actually available for free on the Prime Video platform—no StackTV add-on required.
Is Global TV on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes, you can get Global TV through the StackTV add-on in Amazon Prime Video. By subscribing to the StackTV channel within Prime Video, you unlock the live Global TV feed and its on-demand library directly within the Prime Video app.
