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This comparison has a twist: Vivint’s Canadian operations were acquired by TELUS, and Vivint’s Canadian location pages now carry TELUS SmartHome branding (verified 03-Jul-2026). A Canadian comparing “Vivint vs. Alarm Guard” in 2026 is really comparing the TELUS SmartHome offer against Alarm Guard.
The short answer
If you want the premium smart-home experience Vivint was known for, the Canadian route is TELUS — read our ADT by TELUS vs. Alarm Guard comparison, since that’s the real matchup. If you found this page as an existing Vivint Canada customer wondering where you stand, your questions are about your agreement, not a new purchase.
For existing Vivint Canada customers
Confirm three things directly: who currently holds your monitoring agreement, how long it runs, and what happens to your rate at renewal. If you’re out of term or approaching it, that’s your window to compare — switching costs nothing to price out. The same playbook applies as for former Bell Smart Home customers: a provider change you didn’t choose is a fair moment to shop.
Out of contract, or nearly? Price the switch before you renew.
Head to head, as it stands
| Factor | Vivint (via TELUS) | Alarm Guard |
|---|---|---|
| Status in Canada | Folded into TELUS SmartHome | Independent Canadian provider |
| Monitoring | 24/7 professional | 24/7 professional |
| Quebec / French | Via TELUS — French site and support | Full French Canadian coverage |
| Pricing | Quote-based | Quote-based |
Frequently asked questions
Can I still buy Vivint in Canada?
Vivint’s Canadian operations were acquired by TELUS, and its Canadian pages now carry TELUS SmartHome branding (verified 03-Jul-2026). New customers are effectively served through TELUS.
I’m a Vivint Canada customer — do I have to switch?
No. Existing monitoring continued through the transition. But confirm who holds your agreement, its remaining term, and your renewal rate — and compare quotes if you’re near the end of term.
Which should I choose today?
Treat it as TELUS vs. Alarm Guard: get both quotes for your address and compare total cost over the agreement, not the intro rate.