# Public Mobile: Telecommunications, Toronto, Canada

> Public Mobile: Public Mobile is a Canadian prepaid mobile brand owned by Telus, known for offering affordable, no-contract mobile plans.

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# Public Mobile

Public Mobile is a Canadian prepaid mobile brand owned by Telus, known for offering affordable, no-contract mobile plans.

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Funding reported Last round: Venture (Round not Specified)

Telecommunications Toronto, Canada

Company summary

- **Founded:** 2008 18 years old
- **Team:** 81 51 to 200 people
- **Funding reported:** 117.1M as listed, currency not stated
- **Last round:** Venture (Round not Specified) Jun 2011

How sure we are

- ✓ **Listed** We know it exists and what it does
- 2 **Funding reported** A company dataset reports a raise
- 3 **Observed** A filing or a dated announcement confirms a round

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## About Public Mobile

Public Mobile is a Canadian prepaid mobile brand owned by Telus, known for offering affordable, no-contract mobile plans.

Operating as a Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO), it utilizes Telus's infrastructure to provide 5G, 4G LTE, and 3G data speeds across Canada. The company was founded in 2008 and officially launched in 2009, with its headquarters in Toronto, Ontario. Public Mobile focuses on budget-conscious consumers, providing a fully digital self-serve experience without physical stores. Customers can manage their accounts through the Public Mobile app, which allows for easy plan activation, payment, and usage tracking. The company offers various prepaid plans, including 30-day subscriptions and annual options, with data allowances ranging from 250MB to 40GB per month. Additionally, Public Mobile features a rewards program that enables subscribers to lower their monthly bills or earn add-ons. With over 280,000 customers, Public Mobile is positioned as a cost-effective choice for individuals seeking mobile connectivity without long-term commitments.

## What company datasets say Public Mobile raised

Funding, as reported

Reported in all **117.1M** in the source's currency

Last round **Venture (Round not Specified)**

Last round size **28.3M**

Last round date **Jun 2011**

## The company, in detail

What they build

Known for

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Built with from their website

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- **Sector:** Telecommunications
- **Industry code:** NAICS 517112, SIC 4812
- **Region:** Ontario
- **Part of:** TELUS International Maroc
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