Yes, ChatGPT Go is officially available in Canada as of January 2026. OpenAI has rolled out this low-cost subscription tier to all supported regions, including every province and territory in Canada. Designed as an affordable middle ground, ChatGPT Go provides Canadian users with significantly higher usage limits and access to the flagship GPT-5.2 Instant model for a fraction of the cost of a Plus subscription.
However, OpenAI has clearly stated that ChatGPT Go users can only access the lower-performing GPT-5.2 Instant and are unable to generate videos. To make matters worse, advertisements will appear in conversations for both Free and Go users, significantly degrading the user experience.
Don’t worry—you can use GlobalGPT instead. It integrates over 100 official top-tier AI models, including GPT-5.2 Pro, Nano Banana Pro, Sora 2 Pro, and Gemini 3 Pro. It meets all your needs for chat, image, and video generation, fully covering your entire workflow. Most importantly, the price is far lower than official subscriptions, and your conversations will remain completely ad-free.
How Much is ChatGPT Go in Canada (CAD Pricing)?
The official global price for ChatGPT Go is $8 USD per month. For Canadian subscribers, the final cost will depend on the current exchange rate and local digital service taxes (GST/HST).
- Estimated Price: Approximately $11.00 – $11.50 CAD (depending on the exchange rate).
- Localized Billing: OpenAI uses multi-currency billing in select markets. You can view your specific local price by navigating to your account settings and selecting “Upgrade Plan.”
- Tax Note: Canadian residents may see applicable sales taxes added to the final checkout total based on their province of residence.
What are the Core Features of ChatGPT Go?
ChatGPT Go is built for “everyday use,” offering a massive boost over the Free tier without the professional-grade price tag of Plus or Pro. Key features include:
- GPT-5.2 Instant Access: Unlimited chat access to OpenAI’s latest flagship model designed for speed and efficiency.
- 10x Higher Limits: Subscribers get 10 times more messages, file uploads, and DALL-E 3 image creations compared to the Free version.
- Advanced Data Analysis: Full access to Python-based tools for spreadsheets and data exploration.
- Longer Memory: An expanded context window allows ChatGPT to remember more details about your preferences and past conversations.
- Custom GPTs: The ability to use and create custom GPTs tailored to specific Canadian contexts, such as local tax law or academic formatting.
ChatGPT Go vs. ChatGPT Plus: Comparison Table
Deciding between the two paid tiers? Here is how they compare based on official OpenAI specifications:
| Feature | ChatGPT Go | ChatGPT Plus |
| Monthly Price (USD) | $8 | $20 |
| Primary Model | GPT-5.2 Instant | GPT-5.2 Thinking & Pro |
| Usage Limits | 10x Free Tier | Highest Priority Access |
| Sora (Video Gen) | Not Included | Included |
| Ads | May contain ads | Ad-Free |
| Deep Research | Not Included | Included |
| Best For | Students & Casual Users | Professionals & Researchers |
Understanding the New Ad-Supported Model in ChatGPT Go
One of the most significant changes with the Go tier is the introduction of advertisements. To keep the subscription at a budget-friendly $8, OpenAI is testing ads within the Free and Go tiers.
If you prefer a completely ad-free experience, you will need to subscribe to the ChatGPT Plus ($20/month) or Pro ($200/month) tiers. OpenAI emphasizes that ads are part of their commitment to making advanced AI accessible to as many people as possible.
How to Upgrade to ChatGPT Go in Canada
If you are currently on the Free plan and want to upgrade, follow these steps:
- Log in to your ChatGPT account at chatgpt.com.
- Click on your Profile Icon in the bottom left or top right corner.
- Select “Upgrade Plan.”
- Choose the “Upgrade to Go” option.
- Enter your Canadian billing information and confirm the subscription.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Is ChatGPT Go available in Quebec?
Yes. ChatGPT Go is available throughout all of Canada, including Quebec. The interface supports French and English queries.
- Can I use GPT-5.2 “Thinking” with a Go subscription?
Yes, ChatGPT Go includes access to reasoning models (“thinking”). However, users who require the most advanced reasoning for complex coding or scientific research may find the higher limits of ChatGPT Plus more suitable.
- Does ChatGPT Go include Sora video generation?
No. Access to Sora is currently reserved for ChatGPT Plus, Pro, and Enterprise subscribers.
- Can I cancel my subscription at any time?
Yes. Like all OpenAI plans, ChatGPT Go is billed monthly and can be canceled at any time through your account settings.
- How many images can I generate with ChatGPT Go?
ChatGPT Go offers significantly more image generation capacity than the Free plan.
Free plan users are generally limited to 2 images per 24-hour period.
ChatGPT Go is advertised to provide about 10× the image generation allowance of the Free tier, which in practice means you can generate around 20–30 images per day before hitting limits.
The exact number can vary with overall server demand and system load, but for most users the Go tier will let you generate dozens of images each day without hitting the Free-tier cap.
- How many files can I upload with ChatGPT Go?
ChatGPT Go also increases your file upload capacity compared with the Free plan:
Free plan: up to 3 file uploads per day.
ChatGPT Go: about 10× the Free upload capacity, meaning you can upload roughly 30 files per day.
Each file can be up to 512MB in size, and text documents are subject to a token cap (about 2 million tokens per file).
There are also shared rate limits, such as a cap of 80 file uploads every 3 hours for all tiers during times of high demand.
- Does ChatGPT Go have unlimited uploads?
No. ChatGPT Go does not offer unlimited uploads.
Even though Go increases your allowances compared to the Free plan, all uploads are still subject to these types of limits:
Per-session or per-window caps (like 80 uploads every 3 hours).
Daily usage ceilings that are higher than Free but still finite.
Per file size and per token limits (512MB max per file, text files limited to 2M tokens).
