Free previews
Northwestel gives you the chance to preview select channels at no cost. Below, you’ll find the current channels, their logos, and the preview duration.
If you’d like to add any of these channels to your programming, call us at 1-888-423-2333 and we’ll help set it up for you.
Enjoy!
Current free previews
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MovietimeMovieTime is the ultimate destination for big-ticket movies seven days a week. With over 150 movie titles back-to-back all month long. Starts: Feb 1, 2026 Expires: Feb 28, 2026 |
Channel 351 Available with TV Plus, Digital and Pulse TV |
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Crime & InvestigationCrime. Mystery. Drama. Explore the compelling and complex world of Crime + Investigation with the definitive mix of television’s current suspense and crime drama franchises. Starts: Feb 1, 2026 Expires: Feb 28, 2026 |
Channel 350 Available with TV Plus, TV Plus App, Digital and Pulse TV |
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Télétoon FrenchTélétoon est la chaîne incontournable pour les comédies animées et les divertissements familiaux en français ! Avec des émissions hilarantes et des séries animées captivantes. Starts: Feb 1, 2026 Expires: Feb 28, 2026 |
Channel 720 Available with TV Plus, TV Plus App, Digital and Pulse TV |
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Fairchild WestFairchild Television is a national Chinese‑language broadcaster in Canada offering Asian dramas, entertainment, news, and locally produced programs that help Chinese immigrants stay connected to Asian culture and adapt to life in Canada. Starts: Feb 13, 2026 Expires: Mar 13, 2026 |
Channel 650 Available with TV Plus, Digital and Pulse TV |
Upcoming free previews
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Smithsonian ChannelSmithsonian Channel is home to awe-inspiring stories and powerful documentaries exploring history, culture and the world. Starts: Feb 23, 2026 Expires: Apr 26, 2026 |
Channel 392 Available with TV Plus, Digital and Pulse TV |
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MakefulMakeful is a Canadian specialty television channel owned by Blue Ant Media focused on lifestyle programming relating to do-it-yourself projects such as food, design, style, and crafts. Starts: Feb 23, 2026 Expires: Apr 26, 2026 |
Channel 380 Available with TV Plus, Digital and Pulse TV |
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Cottage LifeCottage Life Television Cottage Life offers a variety of programming focusing on DIY and design, food and entertaining, real estate and outdoor living. Starts: Feb 23, 2026 Expires: Apr 26, 2026 |
Channel 355 Available with TV Plus, Digital and Pulse TV |
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BBC EarthWelcome to BBC Earth, a place to explore the natural world through awe-inspiring documentaries, podcasts, stories and more. Starts: Feb 23, 2026 Expires: Apr 26, 2026 |
Channel 391 Available with TV Plus, Digital and Pulse TV |
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Sportsman ChannelSportsman Channel is dedicated to hunting, fishing, and shooting sports. Starts: Mar 1, 2026 Expires: Mar 31, 2026 |
Channel 518 Available with TV Plus, Digital and Pulse TV |
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Hollywood Suite: 70s MoviesHollywood Suite is your home for all of your favourite movies and shows from your favourite decades! Starts: Mar 1, 2026 Expires: Mar 31, 2026 |
Channel 407 Available with TV Plus, Digital and Pulse TV |
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Hollywood Suite: 80s & 90s MoviesHollywood Suite is your home for all of your favourite movies and shows from your favourite decades! Starts: Mar 1, 2026 Expires: Mar 31, 2026 |
Channel 408 Available with TV Plus, Digital and Pulse TV |
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Hollywood Suite: 2000s MoviesHollywood Suite is your home for all of your favourite movies and shows from your favourite decades! Starts: Mar 1, 2026 Expires: Mar 31, 2026 |
Channel 409 Available with TV Plus, Digital and Pulse TV |
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Hollywood Suite: 2010s MoviesHollywood Suite is your home for all of your favourite movies and shows from your favourite decades! Starts: Mar 1, 2026 Expires: Mar 31, 2026 |
Channel 410 Available with TV Plus, Digital and Pulse TV |
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SliceWith a focus on comedy, reality, lifestyle, and true crime programming, Slice has a little something for everyone. Starts: Mar 1, 2026 Expires: Mar 31, 2026 |
Channel 370 Available with TV Plus, TV Plus App, Digital and Pulse TV |
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Cartoon Network: WestCartoon Network is dedicated to animated shows for kids, teens, and families. Starts: Mar 1, 2026 Expires: Mar 31, 2026 |
Channel 306 Available with TV Plus, TV Plus App, Digital and Pulse TV |
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Cartoon Network: EastCartoon Network is dedicated to animated shows for kids, teens, and families. Starts: Mar 1, 2026 Expires: Mar 31, 2026 |
Channel 307 Available with TV Plus, TV Plus App, Digital and Pulse TV |
