Is Public Mobile 5G in 2026?

Yes — Public Mobile offers 5G plans on the TELUS network starting at $35/month. Here is everything you need to know about 5G availability, compatible devices, and which plan to choose.

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Yes — Public Mobile is 5G in 2026

Public Mobile launched 5G access on its plans and now offers three 5G-eligible plans: $35, $40, and $50 per month. All three run on the TELUS 5G network — one of the fastest and most reliable in Canada.

To use 5G on Public Mobile, you need a 5G-eligible plan and a 5G-compatible device. If you are on a 4G plan ($20–$30/month), you will get LTE speeds regardless of your device.

Which Public Mobile plans include 5G?

5G
$35/mo
50 GB
  • Canada-wide
  • 5G access
  • 500 international minutes
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Best Value 5G
$40/mo
150 GB
  • Canada · US · Mexico
  • 5G access
  • 1,000 int'l minutes
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5G Travel
$50/mo
250 GB
  • Canada · US · Mexico
  • 5G access
  • 2,000 int'l minutes
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Compatible 5G devices for Public Mobile

iPhones: iPhone 12, 13, 14, 15, and 16 series all support 5G. iPhone XS and earlier do not.

Samsung: Galaxy S20 series and newer, Galaxy A53 5G and newer.

Google Pixel: Pixel 5 and newer.

Other Android: Most flagship and mid-range Android phones released from 2021 onwards include 5G.

To confirm your specific device, check Settings → About Phone → Network type or look up your phone model on the manufacturer's spec sheet.

Where is 5G available on Public Mobile?

Public Mobile 5G is available wherever TELUS has 5G infrastructure. As of 2026, TELUS 5G covers major cities including Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Ottawa, Montreal, Winnipeg, and hundreds of smaller cities and towns. Coverage is expanding rapidly. Check the TELUS coverage map for your specific area.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Public Mobile 5G?+
Yes. Public Mobile offers 5G plans in 2026. The $35, $40, and $50/month plans all include 5G access on compatible devices on the TELUS network.
Which Public Mobile plans include 5G?+
The $35/month 50GB Canada plan, $40/month 150GB Canada-US-Mexico plan, and $50/month 250GB Canada-US-Mexico plan all include 5G access.
Which phones work with Public Mobile 5G?+
Any 5G-compatible phone that supports TELUS 5G bands works with Public Mobile 5G. This includes iPhone 12 and newer, Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer, Google Pixel 5 and newer, and most modern Android flagships.
Where is Public Mobile 5G available in Canada?+
Public Mobile 5G is available wherever TELUS has 5G coverage — primarily major cities including Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, and Ottawa, with ongoing national expansion.
Do I need a 5G plan to use 5G?+
Yes. You need one of the eligible 5G plans ($35, $40, or $50/month) and a 5G-compatible device. Public Mobile's 4G plans run at LTE speeds.