#FIRSTLOOK: DISNEY+ LAUNCHES AD-SUPPORTED SUBSCRIPTION PLAN IN CANADA BEGINNING NOVEMBER 2023

Following the successful ad-tier launch in the U.S., Disney+ in Canada will introduce its ad-supported subscription plan in November 2023, giving consumers more ways to subscribe than ever before and the ultimate flexibility in selecting a subscription plan that suits their needs.

“The launch of our ad-supported plan demonstrates the importance of providing subscribers with value and choice” said Jason Badal VP & GM Disney+, Canada. “We are excited to bring this offering to Canadians and to our advertising partners across the country.”

The new Standard with Ads plan, in addition to Standard and Premium plans will be available in Canada beginning November 1:

	Standard with Ads	Standard		Premium
Ads	✓	✗		✗
Subscription price	Monthly	Monthly	Annual	Monthly	Annual
	$7.99	$11.99	$119.99	$14.99	$149.99
Video Quality	Up to Full HD 1080p	Up to Full HD 1080p		Up to 4K UHD & HDR
Concurrent Streams	2	2		4
Downloads	✗	✓		✓
Audio	5.1 and Stereo	5.1 and Stereo		Dolby Atmos

Existing customers will remain in their current subscription, which will be renamed Disney+ Premium and will have the option to switch to Standard plan or Standard Plan with ads*.

Disney+ offers award-winning TV series, blockbuster movies, and exclusive Originals from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and Star. Spanning everything from thought-provoking documentaries and critically acclaimed dramas to classic comedies and timeless animation, there is truly something for everyone to stream.