CTV or CTV Television Network is Canada’s most-loved and most-watched TV network. The TV network offers live & on-demand and unparalleled entertainment with a participating TV provider.
Through this guide, we will talk about how you can watch full episodes of CTV shows, including The Good Doctor, The Masked Singer, and many more, by installing and activating the CTV app on the official page – ctv.ca/activate.
Devices Compatible with CTV App
- Apple TV HD and 4K, tvOS 14+
- Android TV OS 7.0+ on Sony Android TV, Nvidia Shield & Xiaomi Mi Box devices.
- Amazon Fire TV Gen 2+
- Xbox One
- Samsung SmartTV and blu-ray players with Samsung Smart Hub.
- PC: Windows Desktops, Tablets, Smartphones running with 8.1 version.
- Mac: Desktop running on 10.11+
- iPad, iPod, and iPhone running with iOS 12+
- Android Smartphones and Tablets running with version 7.0+
- iPhone, iPod, and iPad running on iOS 11.0+
- Chromecast
Things Required for CTV Activation
- Compatible Streaming Device or Smart TV, e.g., Roku, Apple TV, Android TV, and Fire TV.
- A separate device like Smartphone, Tablet, or PC.
- High-speed internet connection (wired or wireless).
- Participating TV Provider login details.
Activate & Watch CTV on Android TV via ctv.ca/activate
- From your Android TV’s home screen, select the Apps option.
- In the Apps section, tap on the Play Store option.
- In the search field of the Play Store, type CTV and confirm it.
- Once you find the app, please select it and tap the Install button.
- Launch the app after installation and select the Sign In button in the Account Management section.
- You will see an activation code and instructions to follow.
- Now, on your second device, open a browser and visit ctv.ca/activate.
- Type or select your service provider on the activation page.
- Enter your service provider username and password to log in.
- Please enter the code in the prompted field and submit it.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the activation process.
- You can now watch the CTV app on your Android TV.
Activating CTV App at ctv.ca/activate on your Apple TV
- Go to the main menu of your Apple TV and open the App Store app.
- In the App Store’s search field, enter CTV and confirm it.
- Select the CTV app from the search results and tap the Get button to install the app.
- Wait until the application gets installed on your Apple TV.
- After successful installation, tap the Open button to launch the app.
- Under the Account Management section, select Sign In.
- A one-time activation code will display on your TV screen.
- Next, open a browser on your computer/phone and open the CTV app activation link – ctv.ca/activate.
- Select or enter the name of your service provider in the provided field.
- Then, log in with your service provider account credentials.
- Enter the activation code in the prompted field and submit it.
- After that, complete the rest of the on-screen prompts and start watching CTV app programming on your Apple TV.
Guide to Access CTV App on Roku
- Scroll down on your Roku device’s home screen and select the Streaming Channels option.
- In the Streaming Channels section, select the Search option.
- Use the Search option to locate the CTV app.
- When found, select the app and press the Add channel button.
- The application will begin installing on your Roku device.
- Tap the Go to channel option after installation.
- Select the Sign In option in the Account Management section on the next screen.
- Your TV screen will show an activation code and activation link (ctv.ca/activate).
- Open the activation link on your phone/pc browser.
- Select your service provider from the given options.
- Next, sign in with your TV Provider account credentials.
- Then, submit the code in the provided field and follow the on-screen prompts.
- After that, please return to your Roku device and watch CTV app content on it.
How to Get & Activate CTV App on Fire TV Device?
- Open the home screen on your Fire TV and select the Find option.
- In the Find field, type “CTV” using the virtual keypad.
- Once you find the CTV app, select it and tap the Get button.
- Let the app get installed on your Fire TV device.
- When installation gets completed, press Open to launch the app.
- Next, select the Sign In option in the Account Management section.
- You will be provided an activation code on your TV screen along with activation instructions.
- Now, open a browser on a separate device and go to the CTV activation page – ctv.ca/activate.
- Select your service provider from the given option or enter it manually.
- Then, log in with your service provider account credentials.
- Once logged in, enter the code in the provided field and complete the on-screen prompts.
- You should now access the CTV app on your Amazon Fire TV device.
Top Fix for CTV Activation Failed Issue
- Check your internet connection and make sure it is working correctly.
- Make sure your streaming device is running with the latest updates.
- Delete the CTV app cache and data.
- Restart the CTV app and see if the problem is fixed.
- Reboot your Streaming Device or Smart TV and then reaccess the app.
- Uninstall the CTV app and install it again.
ctv.ca/activate – Frequently Asked Questions
The CTV app comes with parental controls that allow you to set a PIN for viewing content rated above configured age level. In addition, you can configure a user’s viewing level in your profile. However, the permitted viewing level can only be changed using the Master Profile (account holder profile).
Yes, you can access the CTV app anywhere in Canada on your streaming device, mobile, or computer. However, it will not be accessible outside Canada.
Yes, you can watch new episodes of some of your favorite shows for a limited period on the CTV app without signing into an account. However, to access more on-demand programming and stream live feeds of all accessible channels, you need to sign in with an account.
If you ever face an issue signing in with your TV credentials, contact your service provider for appropriate assistance.
Because of broadcast agreement, CTV does not own the rights to all shows broadcasted on TV to stream on the internet. Also, the time CTV takes to make the episodes available for streaming can vary.