Novus in your Area!
Did you know the Novus sales team is always on the move, visiting the buildings we service every single week? That’s right! Our team is dedicated to ensuring we are always available to answer your questions, provide technical support, and help you sign up for our services.
Come One, Come All
For our current Novus customers, rest assured that our sales team is dedicated to providing you with the support you need. From billing questions to technical support, we’ve got your back. Plus, we can even review your account to make sure you’re getting the best deal possible on our latest offerings! If you’re not a part of the Novus family yet but are curious about our top-notch Internet, TV, and home packages, let’s chat! Our team is there to give you the run-down on all of the details you want to know!
Snag Your Swag
Next time you see our team out and about, be sure to snag some free Novus swag items! From drinks and treats, to pens, and sunglasses, we love to give away prizes to anyone who stops by! Stay updated on our social platforms to see if Novus is dropping by your area!
Interested in Novus hosting an information session in your building? Let us know by emailing marketing@novusnow.ca.
Check out our latest information session we hosted at the Marquis Grande in Burnaby here.
Published: 11:17 am on March 16th, 2023
95th Oscars Nominations on Novus
95th Oscars Nominations on Novus
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, with a membership of over 10,000 global film industry leaders, nominates and chooses the best in American film annually. The 95th Academy Awards, commonly known as the Oscars, recently announced their nominations in January. Take a look at some of our favorite nominated films, now available for On Demand viewing on BeamTV!
Triangle of Sadness
A film festival favourite, Triangle of Sadness directed by Ruben Östlund is nominated for Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Original Screenplay.
In Triangle of Sadness, satirical dark comedy highlights the dynamics of power, beauty, and wealth through the lens of a luxurious yacht. The trip takes a turn for the worst as the unbalanced captain and affluent passengers face catastrophic circumstances, forcing them to fight for survival. This film will provide you with a good laugh while exploring deeper themes, making it the perfect choice for those looking for a thought-provoking and entertaining experience.
Puss in Boots: The Last Wish
After more than a decade, the Shrek universe has a new epic story on one of the most beloved furry friends in cinematic history! This year, Puss in Boots: The Last Wish is nominated for Best Animated Feature Film.
Puss, with only one life left, seeks help from former ally and foe Kitty Soft Paws to regain lost lives while avoiding Death, depicted as a ‘Big Bad Wolf’. The film does a wonderful job of embodying Puss’ storyline through the relationships between each character
Top Gun: Maverick
Top Gun: Maverick is a highly anticipated movie receiving five Oscar nominations for the 2023 awards. This film is a long-awaited sequel to the 1986 classic, Top Gun. The story follows the journey of Maverick, a skilled but unpredictable pilot who must navigate the challenges of modern air combat. With breathtaking aerial stunts and a thrilling storyline, Top Gun: Maverick promises to be a cinematic masterpiece.
This movie is a must-see for fans of the original and for anyone who loves action and excitement on the big screen. Get ready to feel the need for speed and to be taken on an unforgettable journey with Top Gun: Maverick.
Take a look at some other nominated films available on Novus VOD:
– Aftersun (1 nomination)
– Tar (6 nominations)
– Marcel the Shell with Shoes On (1 nomination)
– Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (1 nomination)
– Elvis (8 nominations)
– Babylon (3 nominations)
– Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris (1 nomination)
Get ready for the 95th Oscars by watching these titles before the big night on March 12th. Pick your movie of the year and predict the winners! Beam TV customers can access them by pressing the ON DEMAND button on their remote. If you’re not a Beam TV customer, call us at 604 642 6688 to bundle it with your Internet service!
Published: 12:09 pm on February 13th, 2023
Top 3 Rated Games Released in July
Summer continues on and new games are being released as we speak! Here are the top 3 rated games that were released in the month of July:
F1 2022 – Trailer
Racing games have been popular and supposedly a new era for racing is about to start. Newly designed cars and rules are being brought into the new season. F1 2022 is the official game of 2022 FIA Formula One World Championship. Expect to see features such as the 20 drivers and 10 teams that are from the current season as well as licensed tracks! F1 2022 will be available on PC, PlayStation and Xbox.
Stray – Trailer
Getting bored of normal third-person games? Check out Stray! It’s an open world, third-person adventure except you venture through a cyberpunk city as a cat. You’ll fight and defend against all sorts of creatures as a cat and solve puzzles. Stray will be available on PC and PlayStation.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 – Trailer
The third entry for this turn-based game where you use each character’s strengths and weaknesses to battle through the world. You have chances to add those characters you befriend to be part of the adventure, so you can strategize the different combinations of characters to bring into fights. This game will be available on Nintendo Switch.
That’s a wrap for the top 3 rated games that were released in July. Happy playing!
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Published: 2:53 pm on August 11th, 2022
Top 3 Games on Twitch
Hello Gamers! As we all know, video games have become progressively more popular over the years. More and more people are playing games and viewership is skyrocketing. Many gamers are getting into streaming their own gameplay and creating their own content on a live video streaming platform called, Twitch. It’s become a lucrative career for many gamers and a source of entertainment and education for many viewers.
Here’s a list of some of the most popular games according to statistics on TwitchMetrics:
Most Watched:
League of Legends with 150,411,209 viewer hours
Grand Theft Auto V with 114,558,041 viewer hours
Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) with 89,553,247 viewer hours
Most Streamed:
Valorant with 661 average live channels
Grand Theft Auto V with 655 average live channels
League of Legends with 532 average live channels
Most Popular:
League of Legends with 208,904 average viewers
Grand Theft Auto V with 159,108 average viewers
Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) with 124,380 average viewers
Here’s a bit more info on the games listed above:
League of Legends has been around since 2009. It is a multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) created by Riot Games. The community has grown tremendously over the years in terms of players and especially viewership. In the game, 2 teams of 5 players battle on the map where each team occupies and defends their half of the map. Each person chooses a character out of over 140 to play. Like many other games, tournaments happen all year round and their competitive scene has made a big impact in the esports scene. If you are competitive, enjoy strategy and working with other people, then this game might be for you.
Grand Theft Auto V came out in 2013 – a fun interactive action-adventure game. You can complete missions with set objectives solo or freely navigate the world by foot or by vehicle. Grand Theft Auto V can be enjoyed in a first-person or third-person perspective.We think that if you enjoy games that go at your own pace and like to interact with others online, then this is the one for you.
Counter-Strike has been popular for a long time, but Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) is the fourth game in the series. This is a multiplayer first-person shooter game where players are split into two teams -Terrorists and Counter-Terrorists. Each team competes against each other to complete objectives. There are 9 different game modes with their own distinctive traits to each mode. CS:GO also has an incredible esports scene and is also one of the biggest global esports. If you’re a big fan of shooter and strategy games, this may be your cup of tea.
When Riot Games hit their 10 year anniversary, they announced to all Riot fans that they’re coming up with new games, and one of them was Valorant. Valorant is a multiplayer first-person shooter with different game modes that took inspiration from the Counter-Strike series. There are more than 15 characters that you can choose to play and are typically split into 2 teams. Just like League of Legends and CS:GO, Valorant is also active in the esports scene. Same deal, if you enjoy shooters with the chance of playing different characters, try out Valorant.
The Novus Advantage
With people playing games while streaming on Twitch or watching video streams, having a strong and reliable connection is crucial. Any delay or latency can be detrimental while you’re in a competitive game.With Novus, we offer you the fastest download speeds for gaming and symmetrical upload speeds for streaming your awesome gameplay to your viewers. All of our Internet plans also come with Unlimited Data so you never have to worry about any data overage charges! Lastly, because our Internet is connected straight to your home from our very own Fibre Optic network, you can ensure that you will have a stable connection for all your gaming needs!
Not a Novus customer? Set up an account or upgrade your account now by contacting our Customer Service at 604.642.6688.
Sources: TwitchMetric, Wikipedia and personal experience
Published: 1:36 pm on June 10th, 2022
Oscars 94th Nominations on Novus
The 94th Oscars is right around the corner and there are many exciting titles that have been nominated – We would like to highlight a couple of our favourites that are available On Demand today to Beam TV customers!
Dune
Has nominations in 10 different categories such as Cinematography, Film Editing, Best Picture and more. A sci-fi story about a young man named Paul Atredies who has to travel the most dangerous planet to ensure the future of his family and his people.
This film is not your typical sci-fi movie and is directed by Canadian director, Denis Villeneuve (Incendies, Sicario, Blade Runner 2049) with stunning visuals and the cinematography seamlessly compliments every single element you see on screen. Some have said that if Star Wars and Game of Thrones had a kid, this would be it!
King Richard
Has nominations in 6 different categories such as Actor/Actress in a role, Film Editing, Best Picture and more.
A film that is based on the true story of Richard Williams (played by Will Smith) and his two tennis champion daughters, Venus and Serena Williams. The movie does a wonderful job of portraying the unconditional love Richard has for his children despite not always getting parenting right. It shows the hardship that the Williams had gone through to get the title of champions. Definitely worth a watch as it promotes never giving up and planning for success.
Below is a list of nominated titles that are available on Novus VOD:
– Dune (10 nominations)
– King Richard (6 nominations)
– Encanto (3 Nominations)
– Flee (3 nominations)
– No Time to Die (3 nominations)
– Eyes of Tammy Faye (2 nominations)
– The Mitchells vs The Machines (1 nomination)
– Summer of Soul (…or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) (1 nomination)
– House of Gucci (1 nomination)
– Shang-Chi and the Legends of the Ten Rings (1 nomination)
Check these titles out before the 94th Oscars on March 27th @5 pm on CTV. Beam TV customers can just press the ON DEMAND button on your remote to watch today! Not a Beam TV customer? Call us today to bundle it with your Internet service – 604 642 6688