About: The Connection Fee

Overview

The connection fee is a one-time charge when you activate a new service, including new subscribers and additional lines or when you complete a device upgrade.

This fee covers the cost of accessing the Freedom network and related services and will include a SIM card, if required.

As some services require additional validation with more steps involved, the connection fee is based on your type of service.

Postpaid Service

A connection fee of $45, will be charged on Postpaid service when service is first activated and for upgrades performed online, in-store or via Customer Care for all devices.

For Postpaid customers, the activation fee will be charged to your first bill following your upgrade or activation.

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Prepaid Service

A connection fee of $10 will be charged for Prepaid Service when the service is first activated, whether activation is completed online, in-store, or through Customer Care.

For Prepaid service, the connection fee will be charged at the time of activation along with other rate plan top-ups.

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