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Benefits

Find new favourites for free!

Discover the free way to stream the best shows and movies, plus live TV from across Canada.

Or try Premium to watch ad-free on demand and gain access to CBC News Network.

Create an Account

Find your gem on CBC Gem

Stream full seasons of exclusive series, CBC originals, award-winning films and documentaries, live TV, kids shows and more.

Premium = VIP

We're rolling out the red carpet! With CBC Gem Premium, on-demand streaming is ad-free. Plus get exclusive access to CBC News Network.

/month. Cancel anytime.

Choose how you want to watch

Guest Access

FREE

 

  • Current shows, films, and live events

  • Ad-free kids shows

  • Stream anywhere within Canada

  • CBC Ottawa Live

CBC Account

FREE

 

  • Guest access PLUS:

  • All 14 live local CBC TV channels

  • Past seasons on-demand

  • Cross-device continued streaming

  • Olympic Channel live stream access

Create an Account

Premium Account

per month + tax

  • CBC Account access PLUS:

  • Ad-free on-demand episodes

  • CBC News Network live stream access

  • Early access to your favourite shows

  • 1080p video and Surround Sound

Enjoy on these devices

AppleAndroidApple TVAndroid TVFire TVChromecastXbox

Frequently Asked Questions

Have other questions about CBC Gem Premium?

Please visit our Help Centre

  1. * Due to existing licensing and rights requirements, live streams and a small number of on-demand titles may contain ads.
  2. ** Free one-month trial for new subscribers only. Taxes extra. Terms & conditions.
  3. *** On-Demand titles when available on compatible devices.
  4. **** Live streams may occasionally be subject to blackouts.