What channels are included with Rogers Xfinity Essentials Package? 

Are you looking for an affordable TV package in Canada? The Rogers Xfinity Essentials package is an excellent option, offering a variety of TV channels. 

It is a low-cost starter TV package that falls under the CRTC-mandated “skinny basic” TV packages. You can access it in various locations, including Ontario, Toronto, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Labrador, and other select regions. 

In this guide, we have compiled a list of all the TV channels available on the Rogers Xfinity Essentials package. 

What’s included in the Rogers Xfinity Essentials package? 

The Rogers Xfinity Essentials is a starter TV package, which primarily offers local news and Canadian networks. 

The channels you can find on the package include: 

• Local Canadian channels and news networks. 
• Public interest channels. 
• A decent selection of entertainment and sports channels. 

In addition to the above TV channel, the Rogers Xfinity Essentials TV package also offers other content, including Rogers on Demand and a free preview of premium TV channels. 

Rogers Xfinity Essentials channel lineup 

Below is a look at channels you can get on the Rogers Xfinity Essentials package in various areas where the pay-TV service is available: 

1. TV channels in Toronto, Ontario

You can get the following TV channels if you are in Toronto and the greater Ontario area: 

Canadian networks 

News channels 

Entertainment, educational, and sports channels 

French channels

Other channels 

2. TV channels in the New Brunswick area 

If you are in the larger New Brunswick area, you can get the following channels on the Essentials package: 

Canadian networks 

News channels 

Entertainment and sports channels 

French channels 

Other channels 

3. TV channels in St. John’s, Newfoundland

The following channels are available on the Rogers Xfinity Essentials package in St. John’s and the greater Newfoundland area: 

Canadian network channels

News channels 

Entertainment and sports channels 

French channels 

Other channels 

4. Other channels on the Rogers Xfinity Essentials package: 

In addition to the above channels, you can access other free channels on the Essentials package, which are part of the Rogers Xfinity Entertainment experience. 

These channels include: 

Note: the exact number of these free channels available on the Essentials package may vary. 

Requirements and costs for the Rogers Xfinity Essentials package

There are a few requirements you need to enjoy the Rogers Xfinity Essentials package. These include: 

• Be in an area where the Rogers Xfinity TV packages are available. 
• A Rogers Xfinity Entertainment Box (the equipment for receiving the TV channels) and an HDMI-compatible TV. 
• A Rogers Xfinity Gateway modem, which offers a low-speed Wi-Fi connection (not for internet use) for your Entertainment Box, allowing it to receive TV channel signals and operating system updates. 

With these requirements in place, you can subscribe to the Essentials package, then set up your Rogers Xfinity Entertainment Box and start watching channels. 

Regarding costs, the Rogers Xfinity Essentials package costs $25 per month. However, this price is for the channels only and does not include additional fees such as equipment rental (Entertainment box and Gateway device) and internet packages. 

Therefore, you may pay up to $100 per month when you add up all the costs.