Which network is Virgin Mobile using?

Virgin Mobile has strong 4G coverage and some near-unique extras, like data rollover and free WhatsApp, Twitter and Facebook Messenger messaging. Its prices aren’t too high either, making it a strong overall choice of mobile network. With 5G too, plus unlimited data plans and Wi-Fi Calling, there’s a lot to like.

Prepare to be confused. Right now, Virgin Mobile operates as a virtual network, and after years of piggybacking on EE for 3G and 4G coverage, it’s now running over to Vodafone for both 4G and 5G .

Virgin Mobile runs on Bell’s network , which is one of the most reliable and farthest-spanning networks in the nation. Virgin Mobile’s 4G LTE network covers over 99% of Canadians, meaning you can rest assured you’ll receive great coverage—as long as you live in a highly-populated area.

Virgin Mobile is to shut down in the month of February , and all existing customers will be automatically switched to Boost Mobile. Boost Mobile will replace Virgin Mobile beginning in February.