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The F1 engines are once again coming back to Montreal this May. Tens of thousands of fans will pack into Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve from May 22 to 24, and the moment the lights go out, the demand for data is going to hit the redline.
Whether it is uploading reels to Instagram, going live on TikTok from the hairpin turn, or staying glued to X for real-time race stats, everyone in the grandstands will be on their phone.
Based on Ookla® data, the global standard for independent network testing, Bell is currently the fastest 5G network in Montreal.
Bell also ranked first for best 5G gaming experience and best mobile gaming experience in Montreal.
The numbers back it up. Ookla’s city-level data shows Montreal clocking 226.84 Mbps download speeds, 15.13 Mbps upload, and 27.72ms latency, with Bell named the fastest 5G provider in the city.
While download speed gets the headlines, latency is what you actually experience. When you are live streaming from turn 10 or uploading a slow-motion clip of a safety car deploy, low-latency is the difference between a smooth vs. laggy connection.
The work Bell has done ahead of this race weekend is part of a bigger initiative. Since 2024, Bell has built 81 new cell sites across 55 communities in Quebec, with another 56 sites planned across 46 communities before the end of the year. This kind of infrastructure investment is what makes it possible to deliver consistent performance in a city hosting one of the world’s biggest sporting events.
Bell emerged as the fastest mobile provider in Quebec according to regional performance data by Ookla. The province recorded download speeds of 152.92 Mbps and upload speeds of 11.72 Mbps. Quebec also maintained a consistency rating of 74.7% with a latency of 27.72ms.
The upgrades in Montreal are just one part of the bigger picture. Bell’s wireless and Internet networks were recently given top honours by the experts at Ookla, nPerf, and BrandSpark.
In the latest Ookla Speedtest Awards, Bell Pure Fibre took home the title of Canada’s fastest Internet for the sixth time in a row and was even named best for gaming. On the wireless side, Bell 5G swept the national awards for being the fastest and best 5G network in the country.
Independent reviews from nPerf ranked Bell as the top choice for streaming, while BrandSpark named Bell Canada’s most trusted mobility service provider. In a nutshell, the high-speed performance fans are getting at the track is powered by the award-winning fibre and 5G networks in Canada.
For full network performance details, visit Bell’s newsroom. For the underlying speed data, the full Ookla Canada Speedtest Connectivity Report for H2 2025 is available on their research site.
What is the fastest 5G network in Montreal?
Bell is the fastest 5G network in Montreal according to Ookla, based on independently verified download speed data from Q3-Q4 2025. The ranking is valid through June 30, 2026.
Which network should I use at the F1 Grand Prix du Canada in Montreal?
Bell is the fastest mobile network in Montreal and holds Ookla-verified wins for fastest 5G, fastest overall mobile, best 5G gaming, and best mobile gaming experience in the city. For race weekend, that translates to faster downloads, smoother live streams, and lower latency in crowded grandstands.
Can you live stream from Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve on your phone?
Yes. Bell’s 5G network is built on fibre backhaul, which keeps latency low even in high-density crowds. That means live streams from the track will be smooth and seamless rather than buffering during key moments.
What does Ookla say about Bell’s performance in Montreal?
According to Ookla’s H2 2025 Speedtest data, Bell ranks first in Montreal for fastest 5G network, fastest mobile network, best 5G gaming experience, and best mobile gaming experience. All four rankings are based on real-world user data and verified through June 2026.
Is Bell expanding its network in Quebec?
Yes. Since 2024, Bell has built 81 new cell sites across 55 communities in Quebec, with 56 more planned across 46 communities before the end of 2026.
See Bell.ca/network for more details. Canada’s fastest 5G, Canada’s Best 5G, Canada’s Best 5G Gaming Experience, and Canada’s Fastest Internet claims based on Ookla® Speedtest Intelligence® data, 2H 2025. All rights reserved. Voted most trusted Cellular Service Provider brand (in a tie) by Canadian shoppers based on the 2025 BrandSpark® Canadian Trust Study.
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