Did you know you can watch your favourite TV shows live and in high-definition formats for absolutely free? That’s right, in Canada, local channels mixed with some of the world’s biggest television stations are available through a simple HDTV antenna setup.

An HDTV antenna builds from antenna setups that have been used for decades. Unlike rabbit ears’ antennas of yesteryear, the tech has come quite far. You can now pull signal from a lot farther. In Canada, while there are some caveats, there’s a lot of HD-quality 720p channels received on an antenna including NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX, CW, CBC, Global, PBS, and more.

So how do you get these channels without having to pay a monthly bill? Well, there are a few basic bullet points to go over about how HDTV antennas work.

• Advanced HDTV antennas pull signals from FM, VHF, and UHF frequencies. That said, they don’t all cover the same distance. There are some that can pull from farther away while others that will cover the basics close-by.

• There are no guarantees as to what channels will come up on your HDTV antenna. There are some channels that are commonly found across Canada however even so, in some regions, you can’t access them. Close proximity to the nearest broadcast tower plays a sizeable role in what you can or cannot receive.

• There are indoor and outdoor HDTV antennas. Although many choose outdoor antennas for their extra reach, you can still get quite a bit from an indoor antenna. In fact, PrimeCables’ cheapest indoor HDTV antenna comes in at only $5.99!

• You will likely need to ‘scan for channels’ a few times with your high-definition TV antenna. Adjust your antenna’s direction a little each time. Find what angle works best at getting channels. If you don’t want to experiment, which we do highly recommend doing so that you know without question what you can receive, you can look online at HDTV antenna maps and how to position your equipment.

The best HDTV antennas in Canada are found with PrimeCables. By purchasing any of our antennas, you can access a mix of Canadian and American channels at no monthly cost. Get access to live sports, the Oscars, the Super Bowl, the Olympics, and more.

Have you thought about cutting the cord before? Here’s your chance. It’s even better if you purchase an Android smart TV box or already have a smart TV to go with your HDTV antenna. You’re covered this way, with local programming and streaming service alternatives alike, like YouTube, Netflix, and more to choose from! Get it all from PrimeCables.