ICI TOU.TV EXTRA Guide: What You Get and Is It Worth It?

This TOU.TV EXTRA guide answers the main question quickly: ICI TOU.TV EXTRA is the paid tier of Radio-Canada’s French-language streaming service. It adds ad-free viewing, a larger catalogue of exclusive and international French-language series and films, and early access to some Radio-Canada shows before they air on TV. The free ICI TOU.TV tier remains available with ads. EXTRA costs under $10 a month at the time of writing, so check ici.tou.tv for the current price in CAD.

If you or your family watch in French, EXTRA is one of the best-value subscriptions in Canada. Here is what you get and how to set it up.

It is also worth a look for English-speaking households with children in French immersion, or adults improving their French, because it offers a large library of Canadian French content with captions in one legal, ad-free place.

ICI TOU.TV free vs EXTRA

ICI TOU.TV is run by Radio-Canada, the French-language side of CBC/Radio-Canada. It is the French-language counterpart of CBC Gem.

The exact catalogue changes with licensing, so browse the EXTRA section before subscribing to confirm the titles you want are there.

What kind of content is on EXTRA?

Québécois and Canadian French series

EXTRA is best known for Québécois drama and comedy series, including originals commissioned for the platform and full seasons of Radio-Canada shows. Many titles are released as complete seasons, which suits binge viewing.

Early releases (“en primeur”)

Some Radio-Canada series arrive on EXTRA before their TV broadcast. If you follow a popular weekly drama, early access is a real perk.

International French-language programming

EXTRA also licenses series and films from France, Belgium, Switzerland and other francophone countries. It is a convenient way to watch European French TV legally from Canada.

Kids and youth

There is a youth section with French-language programming for children, which many families use to support French learning at home.

How much does ICI TOU.TV EXTRA cost?

Pricing has stayed in the single digits per month in recent years, but it can change. At the time of writing, expect a monthly price under $10 in CAD. Check the official ici.tou.tv site for the current price, and look for any annual or bundled options that bring the effective monthly cost down.

How to sign up

1. Visit ici.tou.tv or download the ICI TOU.TV app.
2. Create a free Radio-Canada account, or sign in if you already have one.
3. Choose the EXTRA subscription from your account or the subscription page.
4. Enter your payment details and confirm.
5. Install the app on your TV device and sign in with the same account.

Tips to get more from EXTRA

• Build a watchlist as soon as you subscribe, so you can see what to watch before the month ends.
• Watch for early releases of Radio-Canada series in the EXTRA section; they are often highlighted on the home screen.
• Turn on French subtitles if you are learning the language. Many titles include closed captioning, which helps with fast Québécois dialogue.
• Set up profiles for children so youth content stays separate from adult series.
• Pause rather than forget: if no new season interests you, cancel and come back when one does.

Devices

ICI TOU.TV apps are available for iOS and Android, web browsers and major smart TV platforms, with casting via Chromecast and AirPlay. Support on streaming boxes such as Apple TV, Roku and Fire TV can vary, so check the app store on your device or Radio-Canada’s help pages. If your TV lacks the app, a supported stick is the easiest fix; see our best streaming devices of 2026.

How EXTRA fits a French-language TV setup

For a francophone household, a strong low-cost setup looks like this:

• Antenna: Radio-Canada, TVA, Noovo and Télé-Québec are often free over the air in Quebec and other French markets.
• ICI TOU.TV EXTRA: Radio-Canada originals, early releases and international French series.
• Crave: HBO and other premium content, including French versions where available.
• Sports: RDS or TVA Sports through a provider or their streaming options, depending on your teams.

An antenna guide such as our antennas for local channels article helps with the free layer.

Some viewers also want international and multi-language live channels in one app. Our own plan is 12 months for $89 (US dollars) and is described on the IPTV Journal pricing section. For licensed French-language originals, though, ICI TOU.TV EXTRA is the official home.

Is ICI TOU.TV EXTRA worth it?

Yes, if you watch French-language series regularly. The price is low compared with most streaming services, and the early-access and ad-free features make a noticeable difference. If you only watch Radio-Canada news and the occasional show, the free tier is enough. A practical approach is to subscribe for the months when a series you love is releasing, then pause.

FAQ

What is the difference between ICI TOU.TV and EXTRA?

ICI TOU.TV is free with ads and offers Radio-Canada programming on demand. EXTRA is the paid tier that adds ad-free viewing, exclusive series and films, and early access to some shows.

How much is ICI TOU.TV EXTRA per month?

At the time of writing it costs under $10 a month in CAD. Prices change, so check ici.tou.tv for the current rate and any annual options.

Can I watch ICI TOU.TV EXTRA outside Canada?

The service is licensed for viewers in Canada, so much of the catalogue is not available abroad. Check Radio-Canada’s help pages for current rules while travelling.

Is ICI TOU.TV the same as CBC Gem?

No. Both belong to CBC/Radio-Canada, but ICI TOU.TV is the French-language service and CBC Gem is the English-language service. They use separate apps and catalogues.

Can I cancel ICI TOU.TV EXTRA anytime?

Monthly subscriptions can generally be cancelled from your account settings, with access continuing until the end of the billing period. Check the terms shown at sign-up.