How much internet speed does my business need?

Business internet needs vary based on employees, industry, and systems used. A small office (1-5 employees) typically needs 25-100 Mbps. Medium businesses (6-15 employees) need 100-300 Mbps. Larger operations (16-50+) may need 300 Mbps to 1 Gbps or more, especially with VoIP, video conferencing, and cloud systems.

What's the difference between business and residential internet?

Business internet typically offers Service Level Agreements (SLAs) guaranteeing uptime (usually 99.9%), priority support, static IP addresses, symmetrical upload/download speeds, and dedicated bandwidth. Residential plans offer no uptime guarantees and shared bandwidth that can slow during peak hours.

Do I need a static IP address for my business?

A static IP is essential if you host servers, use VPN for remote workers, run security cameras viewable off-site, operate VoIP phone systems, or need consistent remote access. Most business plans include static IPs or offer them as an add-on for $5-15/month.

What internet speed do I need for VoIP phones?

Each VoIP phone line requires approximately 100 Kbps (0.1 Mbps) of dedicated bandwidth for voice calls. For a business with 10 concurrent calls, you need at least 1 Mbps dedicated to VoIP. We recommend 5-10 Mbps overhead for optimal call quality.

Which business internet provider is best in Canada?

The best provider depends on your location and needs. Bell offers the fastest fiber in Eastern Canada. Telus leads in Western Canada with PureFibre. Rogers provides strong cable coverage in Ontario. Regional providers like SaskTel (Saskatchewan), Eastlink (Atlantic), and Videotron (Quebec) offer competitive options. For dedicated business fiber, providers like FlexNetworks serve Manitoba and Saskatchewan.

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How many employees use the internet?

Include anyone who connects to your network regularly, including part-time staff.

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1-5

Solo or small team

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6-15

Growing team

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16-50

Medium business

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50+

Large operation

What industry is your business in?

Different industries have unique connectivity requirements.

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Restaurant / Retail

POS, payments, inventory

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Healthcare / Medical

EHR, imaging, compliance

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Office / Professional

Law, accounting, consulting

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Trades / Field Service

Construction, HVAC, plumbing

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Creative / Tech

Design, development, media

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Other

General business use

What systems are critical to your business?

Select all that apply. This helps us calculate your bandwidth needs accurately.

💳 POS / Payment Processing 📞 VoIP Phone System ☁️ Cloud Software (CRM, Accounting) 📹 Video Conferencing 📶 Customer / Guest WiFi 📷 Security Cameras (IP/Cloud) 📁 Large File Transfers 🏠 Remote Workers / VPN

💡 Bandwidth Quick Facts

VoIP uses ~100 Kbps per active call. Each 1080p security camera needs 2-4 Mbps. Video conferencing requires 5 Mbps per participant for HD quality.

What matters most to your business?

This helps us recommend the right type of connection and service level.

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Lowest Cost

Budget-friendly option

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Maximum Reliability

Can’t afford downtime

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Fastest Speeds

Heavy data usage

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Future-Proof

Planning to expand

📊 SLA Uptime Explained

99.9% uptime = ~8.7 hours downtime/year (standard business)
99.99% uptime = ~52 minutes downtime/year (enterprise-grade)
Consumer plans have no uptime guarantees.

Any additional requirements?

These extras can affect your plan choice and pricing.

🔒 Static IP Address 🔄 Backup / Failover Connection ⬆️ Equal Upload & Download Speeds 📋 Service Level Agreement (SLA)

🔑 Do You Need a Static IP?

You likely need a static IP if you: host a server or website, use VPN for remote access, have security cameras viewable off-site, or run VoIP phone systems. Most business plans include one static IP or offer it for $5-15/month.

Where is your business located?

We’ll show you providers available in your area.

Province / Territory

City / Area

Calculating your recommendations…

Analyzing bandwidth requirements and local providers

📊 Your Business Internet Recommendation

Based on your specific requirements

RECOMMENDED MINIMUM SPEED

150 Mbps

Download Speed

50 Mbps

Upload Speed

📐 How We Calculated Your Bandwidth

Usage Type	Bandwidth Required

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How many employees use the internet?

What industry is your business in?

What systems are critical to your business?

What matters most to your business?

Any additional requirements?

Where is your business located?

Calculating your recommendations…

📊 Your Business Internet Recommendation

📐 How We Calculated Your Bandwidth

🔌 Recommended Connection Types

🏢 Available Providers in Your Area

✅ Features to Look For

💡 Pro Tips for Your Business

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