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Back-to-school cellphone plans offer choice, discounts as students leave the nest
Canada's major telecom providers offer student-focused cellphone plans with up to 100 GB data and discounts, aiming to support the independence of post-secondary students.
- On August 21, 2025, The Canadian Press reported that back-to-school cellphone sales are active across Canada with various promotions available.
- These promotions follow annual patterns from major providers and flankers, encouraged by hundreds of thousands of students preparing for post-secondary life.
- Providers like Rogers, Telus, and Bell offer similar plans such as Rogers' 60GB for $60 and Bell's 100GB for $55 when bundling and bringing your own phone.
- Experts recommend students consider discount brands for plan flexibility and buy used devices to avoid overspending on hardware, while premium brands offer better coverage for school travel.
- The options suggest students can save money by choosing or staying on shared family plans when discounted, making this period ideal to secure affordable and suitable cellphone service.
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Back-to-school cellphone plans offer choice, discounts as students leave the nest
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