Purple Cow TV is real live television, not a streaming app substitute. Plans start at $20/month, include a free set-top box (higher tiers), carry 130+ channels including all major local Halifax stations, US networks, Canadian news, lifestyle, kids, movies, and premium options like HBO, Crave and Starz. Sports fans can add TSN and Sportsnet packages. Everything is month-to-month with no contract. PlanHub named Purple Cow the Best Value Plan for Halifax.
One of the most common misconceptions about Purple Cow TV is that it's a streaming-app-only service. It's not. Purple Cow TV is full live television with over 130 channels, delivered to a real set-top box that plugs into your TV, at a starting price that's designed to fit an ordinary household budget.
The quick answer
Purple Cow TV includes:
- Live TV starting at $20/month. Real channels, not just apps.
- 130+ channels available across four main tiers plus optional add-on packages for movies and sports.
- Free set-top box included with the qualifying TV packages. It plugs into your TV like a normal cable box.
- Watch on the go option so you can take TV with you on your phone or tablet.
- All the local Halifax and Maritime stations in HD: CBC Halifax, CTV Halifax, Global Maritimes, NTV, CTV Two Atlantic, and more.
- Major US network feeds: CBS, NBC, ABC, PBS, Fox, plus specialty US channels.
- News, lifestyle, entertainment, kids, movies, and sports all covered.
- Month to month. No contracts, no cancellation fees.
Purple Cow TV is real live TV, not an app
Because Purple Cow started as an internet-first company, it's easy to assume the TV product is more streaming service than television. It isn't. Purple Cow TV runs on a set-top box you plug into your television with an HDMI cable. It carries live linear channels (news, sports, movies, kids, everything you'd expect), gives you a channel guide, and lets you flip channels with a remote. If you've had cable TV in Nova Scotia before, the experience is very similar. The bill just isn't.
There's also an on-the-go option that lets you watch Purple Cow TV from a phone or tablet when you're out of the house. But that's a bonus feature, not the whole product.
How the packages work
Purple Cow TV is organized into a small number of packages so you don't have to memorize hundreds of channel bundles. The main tiers are:
The starter pack. Includes local Halifax and Maritime channels, major Canadian networks, key news channels, and a handful of specialty channels. Best fit for households that mostly watch local news and prime-time shows.
The middle tier. Adds most of the mainstream cable networks people expect (CTV News, Fox News, BBC News, AMC, CMT, Much, Bravo, Cottage Life, Treehouse, and more).
The full lineup. Includes almost every channel Purple Cow carries: history, science, drama, kids, movie channels, more news, and specialty channels.
The mobile-only option. Watch live TV on your phone or tablet without a set-top box at home. Ideal for renters, students, and small households.
Add-on packages available on top of any main tier:
- Movies Channels: HBO Canada (1 and West), Crave 1-4, Starz 1 and 2. All the premium movie networks in one bundle.
- TSN Package: TSN 1 through 5 plus supporting sports channels.
- Sportsnet Package: Sportsnet East, Ontario, West, Pacific, One, and 360.
- Standalone channels: many channels can be added individually if you only want one or two, not a full package.
The full channel lineup
Below is every channel currently available on Purple Cow TV, organized by category. Recent additions include the CNN, TLC, TCM, HLN and Peachtree TV channels from the September 2026 Warner Bros. carriage deal.
Halifax and Maritime local (HD)
| Ch # | Channel | |
|---|---|---|
| 400 | CBC Halifax | |
| 401 | CBC PEI | |
| 402 | CTV Halifax | |
| 403 | Global Maritimes | |
| 404 | NTV (Newfoundland) | |
| 405 | The Weather Network Canada | |
| 406 | CTV Two Atlantic | |
| 410 | CBC St. John's |
Canadian national and other major cities
| Ch # | Channel | |
|---|---|---|
| 432 | CHCH Hamilton | |
| 433 | Citytv Toronto | |
| 434 | CBC Toronto | |
| 435 | Global Toronto | |
| 436 | CTV Two Toronto | |
| 437 | CTV Two Vancouver/Victoria | |
| 438 | CTV Vancouver | |
| 439 | Global BC | |
| 468 | Citytv Vancouver | |
| 561 | CTV Two Ottawa |
US network feeds
Canadian TV providers deliver US networks through licensed feeds from specific US cities. Purple Cow carries feeds from Detroit and Seattle, plus additional specialty US channels.
| Ch # | Channel | |
|---|---|---|
| 407 | CBS Detroit | |
| 408 | PBS Detroit | |
| 409 | NBC Detroit | |
| 411 | ABC Detroit | |
| 440 | KIRO 7 Seattle | |
| 441 | PBS Seattle | |
| 442 | NBC Seattle | |
| 445 | ABC Seattle | |
| 456 | FOX Rochester | |
| 590 | CW New York | |
| 591 | MyTV Boston | |
| 592 | CW Los Angeles | |
| 593 | WGN Chicago |
News
| Ch # | Channel | |
|---|---|---|
| 421 | CBC News Network | |
| 422 | CTV News Channel | |
| 428 | CP24 Toronto | |
| 452 | HLN | |
| 454 | MSNBC | |
| 463 | Fox News Channel | |
| 464 | BBC News (North America) | |
| 465 | CNBC (Canadian Feed) | |
| 466 | The News Forum | |
| 467 | CNN | |
| 514 | BNN Bloomberg |
Lifestyle and entertainment
| Ch # | Channel | |
|---|---|---|
| 412 | TLC | |
| 415 | A&E Canada | |
| 416 | Showcase Canada | |
| 419 | Flavour Network | |
| 420 | CTV Drama Channel | |
| 423 | Country Music Television (CMT) | |
| 424 | Much Music | |
| 425 | CTV Sci-Fi Channel | |
| 426 | W Network | |
| 427 | Home Network | |
| 429 | History Television Canada | |
| 430 | USA Network | |
| 431 | CTV Comedy Channel | |
| 446 | National Geographic Canada | |
| 447 | Smithsonian Channel | |
| 448 | Slice | |
| 449 | Love Nature | |
| 450 | BBC Earth | |
| 455 | E! Entertainment Canada | |
| 458 | Vision TV | |
| 459 | REV TV Canada | |
| 460 | FX | |
| 462 | DTour | |
| 469 | Game Show Network | |
| 476 | Peachtree TV | |
| 477 | CTV Speed | |
| 478 | CTV Nature | |
| 479 | Oxygen True Crime | |
| 480 | GameTV Canada | |
| 509 | CTV Wild | |
| 515 | Cottage Life | |
| 516 | Lifetime Canada | |
| 521 | CTV Life Channel | |
| 539 | Crime + Investigation | |
| 543 | OneTV | |
| 545 | History 2 | |
| 622 | Bravo |
Movies (including add-on Movies Channels package)
| Ch # | Channel | |
|---|---|---|
| 417 | AMC Canada | |
| 522 | MovieTime | |
| 572 | HBO Canada 1 | |
| 573 | HBO Canada West | |
| 574 | Crave 1 | |
| 575 | Crave 2 | |
| 576 | Crave 3 | |
| 577 | Crave 4 | |
| 578 | STARZ 1 | |
| 579 | STARZ 2 | |
| 580 | Rewind | |
| 581 | TCM (Turner Classic Movies) | |
| 582 | Deja View | |
| 586 | Silver Screen Classics |
Sports: TSN Package
| Ch # | Channel | |
|---|---|---|
| 601 | TSN 1 | |
| 602 | TSN 2 | |
| 603 | TSN 3 | |
| 604 | TSN 4 (Blackout) | |
| 605 | TSN 5 |
Sports: Sportsnet Package
| Ch # | Channel | |
|---|---|---|
| 610 | Sportsnet East | |
| 612 | Sportsnet Ontario | |
| 613 | Sportsnet West | |
| 614 | Sportsnet Pacific | |
| 616 | Sportsnet One | |
| 618 | Sportsnet 360 |
Sports: additional
| Ch # | Channel | |
|---|---|---|
| 620 | NFL Network (Canadian Feed) | |
| 621 | Golf Channel | |
| 625 | Fox Sports Racing | |
| 632 | NBA TV Canada | |
| 642 | Sportsman Channel |
Kids and family
| Ch # | Channel | |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | Treehouse | |
| 501 | YTV | |
| 502 | Cartoon Network Canada | |
| 506 | Disney Channel Canada | |
| 507 | Boomerang Canada |
Music (Stingray)
| Ch # | Channel | |
|---|---|---|
| 484 | Stingray Greatest Hits | |
| 485 | Stingray All Day Party | |
| 486 | Stingray Rock | |
| 487 | Stingray Hot Country | |
| 488 | Stingray Hit List | |
| 489 | Stingray Naturescape |
French-language
| Ch # | Channel | |
|---|---|---|
| 900 | Télé-Métropole (TVA) | |
| 902 | CBC Regina (French) | |
| 903 | ICI RDI | |
| 904 | Noovo Montreal | |
| 905 | TV 5 Québec Canada | |
| 906 | TVO Montreal | |
| 910 | Unis Pacific | |
| 917 | MétéoMédia | |
| 920 | AMI-télé |
Indigenous and multicultural
| Ch # | Channel | |
|---|---|---|
| 313 | APTN Languages | |
| 314 | APTN | |
| 315 | Uvagut TV | |
| 472 | OMNI East | |
| 473 | OMNI 2 | |
| 474 | OMNI Prairies | |
| 475 | OMNI Pacific |
Public affairs, accessibility and education
| Ch # | Channel | |
|---|---|---|
| 384 | Cable Public Affairs Channel (CPAC) | |
| 451 | Knowledge Network | |
| 918 | Accessible Media Inc. (AMI) | |
| 919 | AMI Audio | |
| 962 | TVO | |
| 399 | The Shopping Channel (TSC) |
What's new on Purple Cow TV
The channel lineup keeps growing. Recent additions include the September 2026 launch of five Warner Bros. channels — CNN, TLC, TCM, HLN and Peachtree TV — after two years of negotiation. Other recent adds include national geographic content (BBC Earth, National Geographic Canada), lifestyle expansion (A&E, Slice, Cottage Life, Bravo), several US network feeds, and a full set of Stingray music channels. The channel lineup keeps growing month by month.
The free set-top box
Purple Cow includes a Translite Global TL-4KTG set-top box with the qualifying TV packages, at no separate rental fee. The "4K" in the model name is what it sounds like: the box supports 4K resolution output for the channels that carry a 4K signal, and delivers HD on everything else. Here's what it does and what's worth knowing:
- Translite Global TL-4KTG unit. Purpose-built for live IPTV delivery.
- 4K-capable output. HDMI to your TV, up to 4K resolution where the channel supports it.
- Comes with a remote for channel changing, volume, and menu navigation.
- Full channel guide so you can browse what's on live.
- Included in the plan. No monthly rental fee, no separate equipment charge on your bill.
- Delivered as part of installation. The Purple Cow tech sets it up when they set up your service.
For customers who prefer to watch on a phone or tablet instead of a TV, the On the Go option gives you the same channels through a mobile app without a set-top box at home.
How Purple Cow TV compares to traditional cable
| Category | Purple Cow TV | Typical incumbent cable TV |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $20/month | Usually $30 to $60/month for comparable local channels, before add-ons |
| Set-top box | Free with qualifying plans | Often $8 to $15/month rental fee |
| Contract | Month to month, no lock-in | Often multi-year contracts with early termination fees |
| Local Halifax channels | All included | All included |
| Sports options | TSN Package or Sportsnet Package (or both) | Similar packages, usually higher priced |
| Premium movies | Movies Channels add-on (HBO, Crave, STARZ) | Similar packages, usually higher priced |
| Watch on the go | Included On the Go option | Sometimes available as an add-on |
| Local support | Halifax based, text-first, highest-rated ISP in Canada on Google | National call centres, variable wait times |
Frequently asked questions
Does Purple Cow TV have a set-top box?
Yes. Purple Cow TV includes a Translite Global TL-4KTG set-top box with the qualifying packages, at no separate rental fee. It plugs into your TV with HDMI, supports 4K output, and works with a normal remote, exactly like a cable box.
How many channels does Purple Cow TV have?
Over 130 channels across the four main tiers (Herd Essentials, Herd Favourites, Herd Premium, and On the Go) plus optional add-on packages for movies and sports. All the local Halifax and Maritime stations, major Canadian networks, US network feeds, news, kids, movies, and specialty channels are covered.
How much does Purple Cow TV cost?
Live TV starts at $20 per month. Higher tiers (Herd Favourites and Herd Premium) add more channels. Optional add-ons for premium movies (HBO, Crave, STARZ), TSN, and Sportsnet packages are available on top of any main tier. All plans are month-to-month with no contract.
Is Purple Cow TV real TV or just a streaming app?
Real TV. Purple Cow TV runs on a set-top box you plug into your television with HDMI. It carries live linear channels with a full channel guide and a remote. The On the Go option additionally lets you watch on a phone or tablet, but the main product is a normal live TV service.
Does Purple Cow TV carry CNN, TLC, TCM, HLN and Peachtree TV?
Yes. All five were added in September 2026 as part of a Warner Bros. carriage deal. They're available to add to your Purple Cow TV lineup.
Can I watch Purple Cow TV on my phone or tablet?
Yes. The On the Go option lets you watch live TV from a phone or tablet through a mobile app. It's available as its own standalone tier or as part of the higher packages.
Does Purple Cow TV include local Halifax stations?
Yes. CBC Halifax, CTV Halifax, Global Maritimes, NTV, CTV Two Atlantic, and The Weather Network are all included, all in HD.
Do I need Purple Cow Internet to get Purple Cow TV?
Yes. Purple Cow TV is delivered over your Purple Cow internet connection, so you need internet service from us to use it.
Is there a contract for Purple Cow TV?
No. All Purple Cow plans (including TV) are month-to-month with no contract and no early termination fees.
Can I add or remove channels later?
Yes. You can change your package or add/remove standalone channels through your customer portal, or by texting our support team at 902-800-2660.
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