How to Watch Paramount Plus (US) in Canada [Guide]

Is Paramount+ available in Canada? Yes, Paramount Plus is partially available in Canada. This means Paramount Plus Canada’s library is different from Paramount+ US due to content distribution policies.

CBS All Access rebranded as Paramount+ and is available in both the USA and Canada.

And if I compared them, Paramount Plus in the USA has a much bigger library compared to the Canadian version.

This means that though you can watch Yellowstone on Paramount, you still can’t watch plenty of other titles compared to Paramount Plus in the US, i.e., Lolla: The Story of Lollapalooza, RuPaul’s Drag Race main series, Sexy Beast, and The Chi.

Also with US Paramount Plus, you can also watch live matches of NFL, UEFA Champions League, UFC, and more sports and events.

And unlike Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney+, HBO Max, you can’t use your Canadian Paramount Plus account to access Paramount Plus USA.

You need a separate Paramount Plus USA account to access its content library in Canada.

In this guide, I will provide all the best possible ways and step-by-step instructions to access and watch Paramount Plus USA in Canada.

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Quick steps to access US Paramount Plus in Canada:

1. Subscribe for premium VPN. I recommend ExpressVPN.
2. Now download the VPN app and connect to the US server. I used New Jersey, Los Angeles, and Miami servers.
3. Visit the Paramount Plus app or website, click on “Get Started,” choose a plan, and use a US credit card, PayPal, or Paramount Plus USA gift card (details mentioned below).
4. Now start streaming Paramount Plus USA library in Canada!

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Why is Paramount+ US Better than Paramount+ Canada?

According to a ViacomCBS official, under the rebranded streaming service, Americans will get access to Paramount’s movie library and TV shows from different production houses such as MTV, Showtime, Comedy Central, BET, and Nickelodeon.

But sadly, all of these will not be available for subscribers in Canada. So, in comparison of Paramount Plus Canada vs US content, Canadians have limited content access.

It seems like in Canada the CBS rebranding to Paramount Plus is just a name and logo change.

And unfortunately, the streaming company is not taking interest in launching the missing content in Canada for its subscribers because of streaming rights and content distribution licensing with other Canadian streaming services.

Content Category	Paramount+ Canada	Paramount+ US
CBS Shows (NCIS, FBI, Survivor, etc.)	Available	Available
Paramount Movies	Limited selection	Full library
Showtime Originals	Not available	Available (bundle plan)
MTV Shows (RuPaul’s Drag Race main series, etc.)	Not available	Available
Nickelodeon / BET Content	Not available	Available
1923 / Yellowstone Universe	Partial	Full library
NFL on CBS (Live)	Not available	Available
UEFA Champions League	Not available	Available
UFC	Not available	Available
4K Offline Downloads	Not available	Premium plan

How to Watch Paramount+ Canada with US Library?

To watch Paramount Plus in Canada with US library you need two things:

• A VPN that can unblock US Paramount Plus in Canada
• Paramount Plus USA subscription

I tested the 10 best VPNs for streaming Paramount Plus in Canada with US library recommended by TechRadar, Tom’s Guide, PC Mag, and Comparitech. And I found NordVPN ExpressVPN, Surfshark the best among all since they offer excellent unblocking capability, blazing fast servers, and come with a 30-day money-back guarantee!

Once you sign up for a VPN, now it’s time to subscribe for Paramount Plus USA in Canada.

How to Subscribe for US Paramount Plus in Canada?

Unfortunately, you can’t use the Paramount Plus Canada account to access US library. This means, if you want to access US Paramount Plus library, you need to subscribe for Paramount Plus USA account separately.

Follow these methods to sign up for American Paramount Plus in Canada:

Method 1: Use American Credit Card or US PayPal Account

The first and easiest way to sign up for Paramount Plus US in Canada is using an American credit card or with a US PayPal account.

Here is how you can get a Paramount Plus USA subscription in Canada:

1. Download and sign up for a VPN. I highly recommend ExpressVPN.
2. Now open the VPN app, sign in, and connect to the US server.
3. Now make sure your location and GPS is turned off.
4. Head to the Paramount Plus website and click on the “Get Started” option. Based on your American IP address, it will redirect you to the Paramount Plus USA website.

5. Now enter all the required details and click “Continue”. You can easily find US Zip code on Google.

6. Now enter your American credit card or US PayPal account details to complete the process.

7. Congratulations, you just sign up for US Paramount Plus in Canada.

Method 2: Get US Paramount Plus Digital Gift Card

If you don’t have an American credit card or US PayPal account, you can buy a digital gift card to subscribe to Paramount Plus USA.

Here is how you can get US Paramount Plus in Canada using digital gift card:

1. Buy a digital Paramount Plus gift card from an online US online retailer. I bought it from Walmart.
2. Now the gift card code will be delivered to your email address.
3. Connect to the US server using a VPN.
4. Head to Paramount Plus website. Based on your American IP address, Paramount Plus will automatically redirect you to its US website.
5. Now use Paramount Plus gift card to get a subscription, and voilà!

Once you subscribe to US Paramount Plus, it’s time to access it in Canada. Here’s how you can watch Paramount Plus with a USA library in Canada:

1. Connect to the US server with a VPN if you haven’t already.
2. Now head to the Paramount+ website or app and sign in.
3. Once you sign in, you will get full access to US Paramount Plus in Canada.

This is how you can watch Paramount Plus in Canada with the US library. Although you can’t use your Canadian Paramount Plus account to access the US library, just like you can use the same account to stream US Netflix, US Amazon Prime, Discovery Plus, 9Now, Showtime, DirecTV, Fubo TV, MTV USA, and Hulu.

Paramount Plus uses some technology that blocks Canadian subscribers to access the US library even with a VPN.

This means to access Paramount Plus’s full library, you need to sign up for a Paramount Plus USA subscription in Canada.

How much is Paramount Plus?

Paramount Plus offers different plans in both Canada and the USA. So, it totally depends on which version of Paramount Plus you are subscribing for.

Following are the details of Paramount Plus plans in both Canada and the USA:

Paramount Plus Canada?

In Canada, Paramount Plus monthly basic plan costs CAD $7.99/month plus tax, standard plan CAD $11.99 plus tax, and the premium plan CAD 15.99 plus tax. Here is our detailed Paramount Plus pricing guide for Canadians.

Note: Paramount Plus Canada still offers a 7-day free trial for new subscribers in 2026.

Paramount Plus USA?

In the USA, Paramount Plus offers two different plans:

• Paramount Plus Essential Plan — from USD$8.99 monthly
  If you don’t mind ads while binging, you can get the Paramount Plus essential plan for as low as USD$8.99/month. It also does include CBS, UEFA Champions League, UFC live fights and more.
• Paramount Plus premium plan — from USD$13.99 monthly
  If you can’t bear ads and want to get rid of most of them, you can opt for a premium plan that costs you USD $9.99/month. It includes all the content that comes with the essential plan plus access to “SHOWTIME” originals and CBS live channels with more sports and events.

Note: Paramount Plus USA no longer offers a free trial with any plan in 2026.

Where Can I Watch Paramount+?

Paramount Plus is available on most of the streaming devices. Here is the list of devices where you can watch Paramount Plus through web browsers or apps:

• Desktop/PC (Windows, Mac & Linux)
• iOS (iPhone & iPads)
• Android (smartphones, tablets & smart TVs)
• Amazon Firestick, Fire TV & Fire Tablets
• Roku
• Apple TV
• Samsung Smart TV
• Vizio Smart TV
• LG Smart TV
• Portal TV
• PlayStation 4
• Xbox One & Series X
• Chromecast

Paramount Plus allows three simultaneous connections and you can create up to six separate profiles for friends and family members.

And the users with a premium plan can download 25 movies or TV shows and watch them offline in 4K on mobile devices.

Note: To get full access to Paramount Plus content library in Canada, you need a reliable VPN. Otherwise, you will only stream limited Paramount Plus TV shows and movies in Canada because of streaming rights and content distribution policies.

How to Get Paramount Plus in Canada on your Devices?

How to Watch Paramount+ US Library on Desktop/PC (Windows/Mac)?

1. Subscribe and download a VPN on your desktop or PC.
2. Open the VPN app, sign in, and connect to the US server.
3. Visit Paramount+ website, sign in and watch on your desktop/PC.

How to Watch Paramount+ US Library on iOS (iPhone/iPad)?

1. Head to App Store and download Paramount Plus app on your iPhone/iPad.
2. Now subscribe for a VPN and download its app.
3. Open the VPN app, sign in and connect to the US server.
4. Make sure your iPhone/iPad location is off.
5. Now open the Paramount Plus app, sign in, and enjoy.

How to Watch Paramount+ US Library on Android (Smartphones/Tablets)?

1. Head to Google Play Store and download the Paramount Plus app.
2. Subscribe and download a VPN.
3. Open the VPN app and connect to the American server.
4. Make sure your device location is off.
5. Open Paramount Plus app, sign in and stream your favorite content.

How to Watch Paramount+ US Library on Amazon Firestick in Canada?

Here’s how you can watch US Paramount Plus on Amazon Firestick in Canada:

1. First, sign up and download a VPN on your Firestick.
2. Now open the VPN app and sign in.
3. Now connect to the USA server from the list.
4. Open the Paramount Plus app and sign in. Based on your US IP address, the streaming service will redirect you to the US content library.

How to Download Paramount Plus on Roku, Smart TV and Apple TV in Canada?

Using a VPN is a bit complex with streaming devices that do not support VPN app such as Roku, Smart TVs (without Android), and Apple TV.

There are two ways to get US Paramount Plus in Canada on one of these devices. First, you can set up a Smart DNS on these devices to get full access to Paramount Plus.

Or set up a VPN on your home router and then connect the home internet to stream American Paramount Plus.

However, if you want to avoid getting into this VPN setup hassle, you can cast through Chromecast, AirPlay, or use Amazon Firestick to stream US Paramount Plus on a big screen in Canada.

Why Do You Need a VPN for Paramount+?

If you’re in Canada and want to access the US library on Paramount+, a VPN can help you get around the regional restrictions Paramount+ places on its content.

Paramount+ limits its content library based on your location due to international content licensing and streaming rights agreements.

Without complying with these policies, streaming platforms like Paramount+ could face penalties. To ensure they’re following these rules, Paramount+ uses IP tracking to detect where users are located.

This tracking means that when you access Paramount+ from a Canadian IP address, you’ll see only the Canadian library, which often has fewer options than the US one.

Here’s where a VPN (Virtual Private Network) is valuable: it masks your Canadian IP address and assigns you a new one from the country of your choice, such as the US.

So, by connecting to a VPN server based in the US, you can access Paramount+ as though you’re in the US, unlocking the broader American content library.

Besides accessing the US library, a VPN provides extra benefits like enhancing your online privacy and bypassing network throttling, ensuring smoother streaming with less buffering.

What are the Top Shows and Movies on Paramount+ USA Library?

After CBS All Access rebranded as Paramount Plus, you can watch movies and 30,000+ TV shows from CBS, MTV, Showtime, Nickelodeon, BET, Nick Jr., Smithsonian Channel, Paramount Pictures, breaking news, live sports, kids programming and much more.

Here is the list of top TV shows, movies, and live sports that you can watch on US Paramount Plus:

TV Shows

• Star Trek: Strange New Worlds
• Star Trek: Discovery
• Why Women Kill
• Seal Team
• The Good Fight
• Big Brother (Live feeds)
• 60 Minutes
• NCIS
• FBI Most Wanted
• Mom
• The Twilight Zone
• Taxi
• Twin Peaks
• Ink Master
• Criminal Minds
• The Offer
• The Man Who Fell to Earth
• Star Trek: Picard
• The Legend of The Hidden Temple
• Rocket Power
• The Game
• Matlock (New Series)
• The Real World: Homecoming: New York
• Avatar: The Last Airbender

Movies

• A.I.: Artificial Intelligence
• The Accused
• The Aviator
• The Big Boss
• Fatal Attraction
• The Crying Game
• Fresh
• The Faculty
• Interstellar
• Ghost
• Indiana Jones
• The Italian Job
• A Quiet Place Part 2
• Jackass
• Tommy Boy
• The Original King of Comedy

Live Sports

• THE NFL ON CBS
• Super Bowl LVIII
• The Masters
• NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship
• PGA TOUR
• SEC ON CBS
• The PGA Championship
• National Women’s Soccer League
• UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League and UEFA Europa Conference League (Paramount+ is the only place in the U.S. where soccer fans can find exclusive English-language coverage of every UEFA club competition match, every season)
• UFC

What’s on Paramount Plus in 2026?

Here are the top shows, movies, and sports on Paramount+ in 2025:

• The Annual Grammy Awards
• The Tony Awards 2025
• Lawmen: Bass Reeves
• 1923
• The Women in the Wall
• School Spirits Season 2
• Special OPS : Lioness
• The Daily Show
• Young Sheldon
• NCIS: Sydney Season 2
• UEFA Champions League
• Burden of Guilt Season 1
• Survivor
• Blue Bloods
• Bargain
• Bob Hearts Abishola
• Tracker season 2
• Yellowjackets Season 3
• FBI True Season 6
• The Equalizer Season 4
• RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 17

US Paramount Plus Not Working with VPN in Canada? Here’s How to Fix It

If you’re having trouble getting US Paramount Plus to work with your VPN in Canada, you’re not alone.

Paramount Plus has one of the more aggressive geo-detection systems among major streaming services. Here are the most common issues and exactly how to fix them.

Issue 1: Paramount Plus Is Still Showing the Canadian Library

This is the most common problem. Even with your VPN connected to a US server, Paramount Plus may still detect your Canadian location because:

• Your device’s GPS or location services are still turned on.
• Your browser has cached your real location.
• You’re using a VPN server that Paramount Plus has already flagged.

Fix:

1. Turn off location/GPS on your device completely before opening Paramount Plus.
2. Clear your browser cache and cookies, then open Paramount Plus in a fresh Incognito/Private window.
3. Try switching to a different US server in your VPN app (most VPNs like ExpressVPN and NordVPN offer multiple US city servers, try New York, Los Angeles, or Chicago).
4. Disconnect and reconnect your VPN, then relaunch Paramount Plus.

Issue 2: VPN Is Detected and Blocked by Paramount Plus

Paramount Plus actively blocks known VPN IP addresses. If you see an error like “This content is not available in your region” even with a VPN connected, the VPN IP has been flagged.

Fix:

• Switch to a different server within the same US location.
• Use ExpressVPN or NordVPN: both regularly refresh their IP pools to stay ahead of streaming blocks.
• Avoid free VPNs entirely: their IP addresses are almost always blocked by Paramount Plus.
• Try the VPN’s “obfuscated” or “stealth” server mode if available, as it masks VPN traffic more effectively.

Issue 3: Buffering or Slow Streaming While Using VPN

A VPN adds some overhead to your connection, which can cause buffering if your base internet speed is already limited.

Fix:

• Connect to a US server that is geographically closer to Canada (e.g., New York or Seattle rather than Miami or Texas).
• Switch VPN protocols: Lightway (ExpressVPN) or NordLynx (NordVPN) are the fastest options.
• Use a wired Ethernet connection instead of Wi-Fi where possible.
• Lower the streaming quality temporarily in Paramount Plus settings to reduce bandwidth requirements.

Issue 4: Paramount Plus App Not Loading on Fire Stick or Smart TV

VPN apps on Fire Stick and Smart TVs can sometimes conflict with the Paramount Plus app if the VPN is not fully initialized before the app opens.

Fix:

1. Open the VPN app first and confirm you’re connected to a US server.
2. Wait 10–15 seconds after connecting before launching Paramount Plus.
3. Force-close the Paramount Plus app and relaunch it with the VPN already running.
4. If using Roku or Apple TV (no native VPN app), set up the VPN directly on your router or use a virtual router on your laptop to share the VPN connection.

PRO TIP: If none of the above fixes work, contact ExpressVPN or NordVPN’s live chat support. Both offer 24/7 support and can instantly point you to working US servers for Paramount Plus.

Best Alternatives to US Paramount Plus for Canadians

If you’re not ready to set up a US Paramount Plus account yet, here are the best Canadian streaming services that carry similar content to what you’d find on US Paramount Plus:

Service	Similar Content Available	Monthly Cost (CAD)	VPN Needed?
Crave	HBO originals, some Showtime content, movies	from $11.99/mo	No
Paramount+ Canada	CBS shows, some Paramount movies, Yellowstone	$7.99/mo + tax	No
Apple TV+	Original dramas and limited series	$14.99/mo	No
Peacock (via VPN)	NBC shows, sports, reality TV	from USD $7.99/mo	Yes (US server)
Amazon Prime Video	Some Paramount licensed movies	$9.99/mo	No

None of these fully replace the US Paramount Plus library — particularly for live sports like the NFL on CBS, UEFA Champions League, and exclusive originals like 1923. But they’re worth considering if you only need access to specific types of content.