STARLINK PLANS & PRICING CANADA 2026 — Complete Guide
Last Updated: February 2026 · All pricing in Canadian dollars, verified from Starlink.com and Canadian tech publications
Starlink has completely overhauled its plan lineup for Canada in early 2026. There are now more options than ever, from a $70/month entry plan all the way up to enterprise Global Priority service. The good news is that prices have come down significantly. The confusing part is figuring out which plan actually fits your situation.
This guide covers every Starlink plan available in Canada right now, what each one costs, what you actually get, and which one makes sense for you. No fluff, just the current facts.
The short version: Most Canadian households should look at the three Residential plans ($70, $110, or $140/month). Travellers and RV owners should look at Roam ($70 or $165/month). Businesses with critical connectivity needs should look at Local Priority. We’ll walk through all of them below.
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Residential Plans (Home Internet)
Starlink's Residential plans are for a fixed home address. As of January 2026, Canada has three tiers. All include unlimited data, no contracts, and the ability to cancel anytime.
Affordable entry point for smaller households
- Unlimited data
- Up to 100 Mbps download
- Standard network priority
- No contract
- Select areas only
The sweet spot for most Canadian homes
- Unlimited data
- Up to 200 Mbps download
- Standard network priority
- No contract
- Select areas only
Fastest speeds, top priority, free Mini Kit
- Unlimited data
- Up to 400+ Mbps download
- Top Residential priority
- Free Starlink Mini Kit
- 50% off Roam plans
- Available everywhere
What You Need to Know About Residential Plans
Speed caps are hard limits. If you're on the 100 Mbps plan, your download speed will not exceed 100 Mbps even if the network can deliver more at your location. Upload speeds are not capped on any plan.
The 100 Mbps and 200 Mbps plans are only available in select areas. If they don't appear when you enter your address on Starlink's website, your only Residential option is the Max plan at $140/month. This is typically the case in areas with higher network congestion.
Residential Max includes a free Mini Kit. This is a significant perk. The Mini Kit normally costs $249 and gives you a portable dish you can take to the cottage, camping, or on vacation. It comes with discounted Roam service plans, effectively giving you both home and travel internet from a single subscription.
No contracts on any plan. You can cancel anytime. Starlink offers a 30-day satisfaction guarantee on new signups, so you can try the service risk-free and return the hardware for a full refund if it doesn't work for you.
Watch out for congestion surcharges. In some high-demand areas, Starlink charges a one-time congestion fee on top of the hardware cost. This can range from $100 to several hundred dollars depending on your location. You'll see this during checkout before you commit.
Roam Plans (Travel, RV, Camping, Boating)
Starlink Roam is for people who take their internet on the road. It works anywhere Starlink has coverage (150+ countries), with no fixed address requirement. You can pause and unpause monthly with no penalties.
Perfect for weekend trips and occasional travel
- 100GB high-speed data
- Unlimited low-speed after cap
- Pause/unpause anytime
- Works in 150+ countries
- In-motion use supported
Full-time travel with no data worries
- Unlimited high-speed data
- No speed throttling
- Pause/unpause anytime
- Works in 150+ countries
- In-motion use supported
What You Need to Know About Roam Plans
Roam 100GB was doubled from 50GB in January 2026 at no extra cost. After you use your 100GB of high-speed data, you get unlimited low-speed data (under 1 Mbps up and down) until the next billing cycle. That is enough for basic messaging and email, but not streaming or video calls. If you need more high-speed data, you have to upgrade to Roam Unlimited.
Roam has lower network priority than Residential. During congested times, Residential users at their registered address get served first. Roam users may see slower speeds during peak hours in busy areas. For most camping and travel use, this is rarely noticeable.
There's a 60-day international limit. You can use Roam outside Canada for up to 60 consecutive days within your region (US/Canada share a region). After 60 days, you need to use it back in Canada or switch to a Global Priority plan.
Standby mode costs $5/month. If you only use Starlink a few times a year, you can put your account on Standby instead of fully pausing. Standby provides very low-speed data (0.5 Mbps) and keeps your account active so you can switch back to a full plan instantly when you need it.
Roam works with both dish types. You can use the Standard Kit ($349) or the smaller Mini Kit ($249) with Roam plans. The Mini is lighter, more portable, and draws less power, making it the better choice for dedicated travel use. The Standard Kit is better if you want one dish that also serves as your home internet.
Priority Plans (Business, Maritime, Commercial)
Priority plans are Starlink's commercial tier, designed for businesses, fleet operators, maritime vessels, and anyone who needs guaranteed network priority, a public IP address, and priority support. These plans were restructured in 2025 into two categories: Local Priority and Global Priority.
Local Priority (In-Country Use)
Local Priority covers use within Canada (including lakes and rivers). It now supports in-motion use at speeds up to 350 mph, making it suitable for trucking fleets and commercial vehicles. It does not cover ocean or coastal waters.
| Data Included | Approx. Monthly Cost (CAD) | After Cap |
|---|---|---|
| 50GB | ~$65 | 1 Mbps down / 0.5 Mbps up |
| 500GB (1 × 500GB block) | ~$165 | 1 Mbps down / 0.5 Mbps up |
| 1TB (2 × 500GB blocks) | ~$290 | 1 Mbps down / 0.5 Mbps up |
| 2TB (4 × 500GB blocks) | ~$540 | 1 Mbps down / 0.5 Mbps up |
Additional data can be purchased in 50GB ($25) or 500GB ($125) blocks at any time. You can also opt in to automatic top-ups so service continues uninterrupted when your data runs out.
Global Priority (International, Maritime, Aviation)
Global Priority covers everywhere Starlink operates, including oceans, international waters, and aviation. It supports in-motion use at speeds up to 550 mph. All data is priced at a flat $1 USD per GB globally.
| Data Included | Approx. Monthly Cost (USD) | After Cap |
|---|---|---|
| 50GB | ~$200 (terminal fee + data) | 1 Mbps down / 0.5 Mbps up |
| 1TB (2 × 500GB blocks) | ~$1,150 | 1 Mbps down / 0.5 Mbps up |
| 5TB (10 × 500GB blocks) | ~$5,150 | 1 Mbps down / 0.5 Mbps up |
Unlimited high-speed data is gone from Priority plans. Starlink eliminated unlimited priority data in 2025. Once you hit your cap, speeds drop to 1 Mbps down / 0.5 Mbps up until you buy more data or the next billing cycle starts. No existing plans were grandfathered. This makes careful data management essential for business users.
All Priority Plans Include
- Network priority (served before Residential and Roam users during congestion)
- Public IP address
- Telemetry dashboard for monitoring
- Priority customer support
- In-motion use
Priority plans require business-grade hardware. The High Performance Kit costs approximately $3,200 CAD. For most small businesses that don't need priority data, maritime, or in-motion capability, Residential Max at $140/month is a much more cost-effective option.
Hardware Costs at a Glance
Every Starlink plan requires hardware. Here's what's available in Canada and what it costs:
| Hardware | Price (CAD) | Works With | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Kit (Gen 3) | $349 (or $0 rental*) | Residential, Roam | Includes dish, Gen 3 Wi-Fi 6 router, cables, base. Self-install in ~30 min. |
| Mini Kit | $249 | Roam, Residential | Compact 1.1 kg dish with built-in Wi-Fi. Ideal for travel. Free with Residential Max. |
| High Performance Kit | ~$3,200 | Priority (Local/Global) | Larger dish with wider field of view. Designed for commercial, marine, and vehicle use. |
| Gen 3 Mesh Router | $80 | All plans | Wi-Fi 6 tri-band, 2,000 sq ft coverage. Upgrade for Gen 1/2 users. |
| Router Mini | $40 | All plans | Wi-Fi 6 dual-band, 1,300 sq ft. Great for extending coverage to one extra room. |
| Ethernet Adapter | $35 | Gen 2 systems | Adds wired Ethernet to Gen 2 router. Not needed for Gen 3 (has ports built in). |
*$0 hardware rental is available in select areas for Residential plans. You pay only $19 shipping. If you cancel, you must return the equipment within 30 days or pay full retail price. In some congested areas, a one-time surcharge of $100 to $330+ may apply even with the rental option.
Where to buy: You can order directly from starlink.com, or find Starlink kits at Best Buy Canada and Home Depot. Costco also stocks kits seasonally. The Mini Kit has been as low as $229 CAD during sales.
Complete Plan Comparison
Here's every plan side by side so you can compare at a glance:
| Plan | Monthly (CAD) | Data | Speed Cap | Priority | Portable |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residential 100 Mbps | $70 | Unlimited | 100 Mbps | Standard | No |
| Residential 200 Mbps | $110 | Unlimited | 200 Mbps | Standard | No |
| Residential Max | $140 | Unlimited | 400+ Mbps | Top Residential | No (+ free Mini) |
| Roam 100GB | $70 | 100GB, then throttled | None | Below Residential | Yes |
| Roam Unlimited | $165 | Unlimited | None | Below Residential | Yes |
| Standby | $5 | Low-speed only | 0.5 Mbps | Lowest | Yes |
| Local Priority 50GB | ~$65 | 50GB, then 1 Mbps | None | Highest | Yes (in-country) |
| Local Priority 500GB | ~$165 | 500GB, then 1 Mbps | None | Highest | Yes (in-country) |
| Global Priority 50GB | ~$275* | 50GB, then 1 Mbps | None | Highest | Yes (global) |
| Global Priority 1TB | ~$1,575* | 1TB, then 1 Mbps | None | Highest | Yes (global) |
*Global Priority pricing shown in approximate CAD equivalent. Starlink prices Global Priority in USD. Actual CAD amount varies with exchange rate.
How Starlink's Network Priority Actually Works
Priority determines who gets bandwidth first when the network is busy. Think of it like a queue. During congestion (typically 6 PM to 11 PM), Starlink serves users in this order:
- Priority plans (Local and Global) are served first
- Residential Max gets top Residential priority
- Residential 100 Mbps and 200 Mbps get standard priority
- Roam users are served last
During off-peak hours (late night, early morning), there's usually enough bandwidth for everyone and the difference is minimal. Priority matters most in congested areas during peak evening hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. You can change your plan at any time through the Starlink app or website. As of February 2026, Starlink has expanded its plan change flexibility, allowing more frequent switches than before. Changes take effect on your next billing cycle. You cannot switch between Residential and Priority plans, as they use different hardware, but you can move between the three Residential tiers or between Roam tiers freely.
Roam plans can be paused and unpaused at any time with no penalties. Residential plans can also be paused, though Starlink has introduced a $5/month Standby mode as an alternative to fully pausing. Standby keeps your account active with very low-speed connectivity (0.5 Mbps). This is useful for cottage owners who want to keep the system ready without paying full price during winter months.
Residential plans are tied to a fixed address and won't work if you move the dish to a different location. If you want to travel with Starlink, you need a Roam plan. The good news is that Residential Max includes a free Mini Kit that you can use with discounted Roam service, giving you both home and travel coverage from a single subscription.
Most Starlink plans are month-to-month with no contract. However, the $0 hardware rental option in some areas does require a 12-month service commitment at the Residential Max rate ($140/month). If you cancel before 12 months, you need to return the hardware. If you buy the hardware outright ($349), there is no commitment beyond the current month.
Real-world speeds depend on your location, plan, time of day, and setup. In 2026, most Canadian Residential users see 75 to 220 Mbps download and 10 to 40 Mbps upload. SpaceX reports global median speeds exceeding 200 Mbps as of late 2025, with latency around 26 ms. Users on the 100 Mbps or 200 Mbps plans will be capped at those speeds even if the network can deliver more. Evening hours (6 PM to 11 PM) tend to be slower due to congestion.
Starlink has renamed and restructured several plans in late 2025 and early 2026. Residential Lite became Residential 200 Mbps ($110/month). Roam 50GB became Roam 100GB ($70/month) with double the data at the same price. Mobile Priority was replaced by Global Priority, and the old fixed-location Business/Priority plans became Local Priority. None of the previous plans were grandfathered. All existing customers were migrated to the new structure.
Consumer Roam plans work on inland waters (lakes and rivers) and in territorial waters up to 12 nautical miles from shore. For open ocean and maritime use beyond coastal waters, you need a Global Priority plan with the High Performance Kit. Local Priority plans specifically exclude coastal and ocean use, so they are not suitable for marine applications.
Probably not as your primary connection. If you have reliable fibre from Bell or TELUS delivering 300+ Mbps at a similar price, fibre will be faster, more consistent, and lower latency. Starlink is most valuable where fibre, cable, or reliable 5G are not available, which describes a large portion of rural and remote Canada. Some users keep Starlink as a backup to their wired connection for redundancy.
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