How to cancel Bloomberg in canada and protect your subscription rights
Understanding Bloomberg and your subscription options
Bloomberg is a global financial information platform that delivers real-time market data, in-depth financial journalism, research tools, and professional analytics to millions of subscribers worldwide. In Canada, you access Bloomberg's premium content through multiple channels: the Bloomberg website, the iOS app via Apple's App Store, or the Android app through Google Play. Each platform operates under distinct billing and cancellation rules, which means your cancellation path depends on where you initiated your subscription.
Whether you are scaling back your news consumption, switching to a competitor, or realigning your budget, cancelling Bloomberg is straightforward once you identify which platform hosts your subscription. At Yafee, we guide Canadian consumers through subscription decisions with confidence and clarity. Understanding your options upfront prevents frustration and ensures you cancel before your next billing cycle begins.
Why canadians cancel Bloomberg
Cost remains the primary reason subscribers cancel. Bloomberg's annual plan costs C$499.00, while monthly subscriptions run C$46.99 - expenses that accumulate quickly alongside other news and financial tools you may already use. Some subscribers discover that free alternatives like Reuters, Yahoo Finance, or their bank's proprietary research tools deliver sufficient value without the premium price tag. Others cancel after finding Bloomberg's interface overwhelming or realizing they do not use the advanced Terminal features that justify the expense.
When you should cancel versus when you should keep your subscription
Keep Bloomberg if you actively trade stocks, manage a portfolio, or work in finance and rely on Bloomberg's real-time data feeds and institutional research. The Terminal is genuinely valuable for professionals; casual investors rarely justify the cost. Cancel if you have gone more than two months without opening the app, if you primarily read news (which Bloomberg publishes free on its website), or if subscription costs overwhelm your budget when you only check markets occasionally.
Bloomberg pricing in canada
Here is what you pay for Bloomberg subscriptions across all available plans in Canada.
| Plan name |
Price (CAD) |
Billing period |
Best for |
| Bloomberg Digital Monthly |
C$46.99 |
Monthly |
Test-driving the service |
| Bloomberg Digital 3-Month |
C$124.99 |
3 months |
Short-term commitment |
| Bloomberg Digital 6-Month |
C$229.99 |
6 months |
Active investors |
| Bloomberg Digital Annual |
C$499.00 |
12 months |
Professional traders |
Annual plans offer the lowest per-month cost, but Bloomberg's refund policy for annual subscriptions is restrictive. If you cancel an annual plan mid-year, you typically receive no refund for unused months. Monthly plans offer flexibility and are easier to cancel without financial penalty. At Yafee, we observe that Canadian consumers who subscribe monthly save significantly compared to those locked into annual contracts they later regret.
Your legal position under canadian consumer law
Your rights when cancelling Bloomberg are grounded in Canadian consumer protection legislation and the terms you agreed to at signup.
Consumer protection act and implied terms
The Consumer Protection Act (which varies by province) establishes baseline protections for all subscription contracts. In Ontario, Quebec, and British Columbia, provincial consumer law requires that subscription services provide a clear, accessible cancellation mechanism. Furthermore, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) has issued guidelines requiring subscription services operating in Canada to honour cancellation requests within a reasonable timeframe, typically defined as 30 days or before your next billing cycle, whichever comes first.
Consequently, even if Bloomberg's terms appear restrictive, you retain statutory rights to cancel without penalty once you have paid for your current billing period. If Bloomberg refuses to process your cancellation or continues charging after you have requested termination, you have grounds to dispute the charges with your credit card issuer or file a complaint with your provincial consumer protection authority.
Your right to cancel without penalty
You have the explicit right to cancel your Bloomberg subscription at any time. While annual plans do not typically offer mid-contract refunds for unused months, cancellation itself is always permitted. Bloomberg cannot charge you for periods after your cancellation request is processed. In accordance with consumer protection standards, subscription services must cease billing within one billing cycle of receiving your cancellation notice.
Your cancellation steps differ depending on whether you subscribed directly through Bloomberg.com, Apple's App Store, or Google Play Store. Follow the path that matches your subscription source to avoid delays or disputes.
Cancel Bloomberg through the Bloomberg website
If you subscribed directly on Bloomberg.com using a credit card or payment method, use this path.
- Open your web browser and visit Bloomberg.com
- Log in using your email address and password
- Click "Sign In" at the top right of the homepage
- Enter your registered email and password
- Navigate to your account settings
- Click your profile icon (usually in the top right corner)
- Select "Account" or "Settings"
- Locate your subscription section
- Scroll to "Subscription" or "Billing"
- You should see your current plan and renewal date
- Click "Cancel subscription" or "Manage subscription"
- Bloomberg will display your current billing period end date
- Confirm that you understand cancellation takes effect at renewal
- Complete the cancellation process
- Bloomberg may offer a discount to retain you; you can decline
- Click "Confirm cancellation" when prompted
- You will receive an email confirmation within 24 hours
- Retain your cancellation confirmation email
- Screenshot or save the confirmation message
- Keep this proof for your records in case of billing disputes
Cancel Bloomberg via apple's app store
If you subscribed through the Bloomberg iOS app and your payment method is linked to your Apple ID, cancel through App Store settings.
- On your iPhone or iPad, open the Settings app
- Tap your Apple ID name at the top
- Select "Media & Purchases"
- Tap "Subscriptions"
- Find "Bloomberg" in your active subscriptions list
- If you do not see it, scroll down to "Expired Subscriptions"
- Tap "Bloomberg" to open the subscription details
- Tap "Cancel Subscription" or "Edit"
- Apple will display your renewal date and any remaining access period
- Confirm cancellation when prompted
- Apple will send you a confirmation email to your Apple ID address
- Your Bloomberg access continues until the end of your current billing cycle
- Save your confirmation email for records
- Apple keeps a record in your account, but save the email as backup
Cancel Bloomberg via google play store
If you subscribed through the Bloomberg Android app and your payment method is linked to your Google Account, cancel via Google Play.
- On your Android device, open Google Play Store
- Tap your profile icon in the top right corner
- Select "Payments and subscriptions"
- Tap "Subscriptions"
- Find and tap "Bloomberg"
- If the app name does not appear, scroll down or use the search function
- Tap "Cancel subscription"
- Google Play will display your renewal date
- Select a reason for cancellation (optional but recommended)
- Google collects feedback; honest feedback helps improve the service ecosystem
- Confirm your cancellation
- Google will send a confirmation email to your Google Account email address
- You retain access until the end of your current billing period
- Save your confirmation email
- Keep this proof alongside your payment records
Cancel Bloomberg by post (formal written notice)
For formal cancellation by registered post, send your letter via tracked mail addressed to Bloomberg's Canadian billing office. This method creates a documented trail and is valuable if Bloomberg disputes your cancellation.
- Gather your account information
- Your account email address or username
- Your subscription plan (monthly, annual, etc.)
- Your most recent invoice number (optional but helpful)
- Write a formal cancellation letter
- Date the letter
- Address it to Bloomberg L.P., Customer Service
- State: "I request cancellation of my Bloomberg Digital subscription effective [date or 'immediately']"
- Include your account email and phone number
- Ask for written confirmation of cancellation
- Send via registered Canada Post or courier
- Use Canada Post's "Tracked" or "Registered" service
- Or use a courier such as FedEx or UPS with signature confirmation
- This creates proof of delivery
- Retain your proof of dispatch
- Keep the receipt showing tracking number and delivery confirmation
- Save a photocopy of your letter
- Await written confirmation from Bloomberg
- Bloomberg should respond within 10 business days
- If no response arrives within 14 days, follow up by email or escalate to your credit card issuer
What happens after you cancel Bloomberg
Cancellation does not mean immediate loss of access. Here is the timeline and what to expect.
Access during your final billing period
After you submit your cancellation request, Bloomberg allows you to use the service through the end of your current billing period. If your renewal date is July 15 and you cancel on July 1, you retain full access until July 15. After July 15, Bloomberg deactivates your account and you can no longer log in.
Verification that billing has stopped
Monitor your credit card or payment method for 30 days after your final billing date. Bloomberg should not charge you after your cancellation date. If a charge appears after your final billing period ended, contact your credit card issuer immediately and dispute the charge as unauthorized. Furthermore, notify Bloomberg's customer service with your cancellation confirmation number to request a refund.
Reactivation option
If you cancel and later change your mind, you can resubscribe at any time. Cancelled accounts do not expire permanently; Bloomberg allows you to restart your subscription with a new payment arrangement. Your previous data and preferences may or may not be retained depending on how long you remained inactive.
Refund policy and what you should know
Bloomberg's refund policy is restrictive and depends on your plan type and subscription source.
Monthly plans
If you subscribed to a monthly plan (C$46.99), you are not eligible for a refund once your monthly period begins. However, you can cancel before the renewal date and avoid the next charge. Consequently, a monthly plan cancelled on day 15 of a 30-day cycle means you lose access and pay only for the current month; you owe nothing for the remaining 15 days.
Annual plans
Annual subscriptions (C$499.00) do not offer refunds for unused months. If you subscribe for 12 months and cancel after 3 months, you forfeit the remaining 9 months' value. Nevertheless, Bloomberg may offer a one-time courtesy refund if you contact support within 7 days of your initial purchase and have not accessed the service extensively. This is discretionary; Yafee recommends contacting Bloomberg directly and requesting a refund grace period if you subscribed by mistake.
App store and google play refunds
Apple and Google apply their own refund windows independent of Bloomberg's policy. Apple allows refunds within 14 days of purchase if you request them through the App Store; Google Play offers a similar 48-hour window. Contact Apple Support or Google Play Support directly, not Bloomberg, to request a refund through these platforms. In accordance with Apple and Google's consumer policies, if you initiated your subscription through their app stores, they hold primary responsibility for refunds.
Common mistakes to avoid when cancelling
Cancellation is straightforward, but these missteps can derail your process and leave you vulnerable to continued charges.
Deleting the app without cancelling your subscription
Removing the Bloomberg app from your phone does not cancel your subscription. Deleting the app only removes the software; your active subscription persists and Bloomberg continues charging. You must explicitly cancel your subscription through the platform settings or Bloomberg's website before deleting the app. Many Canadians discover this mistake only when reviewing their credit card statement weeks later.
Assuming cancellation happens immediately
Most subscriptions cancel at the end of your current billing period, not on the date you request cancellation. If your renewal date is August 30 and you cancel on August 5, your subscription remains active and you retain access until August 30. Only then does Bloomberg deactivate your account. Plan your cancellation accordingly if you want to avoid another charge.
Failing to retain confirmation documentation
Save every cancellation confirmation email, screenshot, or receipt. If Bloomberg charges you again after cancellation or claims it never received your request, you need proof that you cancelled. At Yafee, we emphasize documentation because disputes often hinge on evidence. Without proof, your credit card issuer may side with Bloomberg.
Cancelling through the wrong platform
If you subscribed through Apple's App Store, cancelling through Bloomberg's website will not work. You must cancel through the App Store itself. Conversely, if you subscribed directly on Bloomberg.com, cancelling through Google Play has no effect. Identify your subscription source before initiating cancellation to avoid frustration.
Not checking for promotional billing cycles
Some Bloomberg promotions extend your billing cycle by one or two weeks beyond the standard period. Before cancelling, review your most recent invoice to confirm your actual renewal date. Cancelling on the wrong date could result in unwanted charges or premature loss of access.
What to do if Bloomberg refuses to cancel
Bloomberg's customer service is generally responsive, but if your cancellation request is ignored or denied, you have legal remedies.
Escalate within Bloomberg
Contact Bloomberg customer support directly by email or phone. Explain that you have submitted a cancellation request and provide your confirmation number (if applicable). Request written acknowledgment of your cancellation within 5 business days. Keep records of every interaction, including timestamps and the name of any representative you speak with.
File a chargeback with your credit card issuer
If Bloomberg continues charging after you have cancelled or ignores your cancellation request, contact your credit card company and dispute the charge as unauthorized. Provide your cancellation confirmation email and proof of your request. Your credit card issuer will investigate and typically reverse unauthorized charges within 30 to 60 days. This is your strongest leverage if Bloomberg does not honour your cancellation.
Lodge a complaint with your provincial consumer protection authority
In Ontario, contact the Ontario Ministry of Attorney General's Consumer Protection Branch. In British Columbia, file a complaint with the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions or the Consumer Protection BC office. In Quebec, contact the Office de la protection du consommateur. These agencies investigate subscription cancellation disputes and can compel companies to honour consumer rights. Document your cancellation request, all correspondence with Bloomberg, and proof of unauthorized charges before filing.
Report to the CRTC if applicable
The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission oversees telecommunications services in Canada. If Bloomberg is classified as a telecommunications service in your province and refuses to honour your cancellation within the CRTC's prescribed timeframe, file a complaint through the CRTC's online portal. The CRTC can impose penalties on non-compliant subscription services.
Comparison of cancellation methods
Here is how the primary cancellation methods compare in terms of speed, security, and documentation value.
| Method |
Speed |
Documentation |
Best for |
| Bloomberg.com website |
Immediate |
Email confirmation within 24 hours |
Direct subscribers (fastest option) |
| Apple App Store |
Immediate |
Email from Apple within 24 hours |
iOS subscribers |
| Google Play Store |
Immediate |
Email from Google within 24 hours |
Android subscribers |
| Registered post (Canada Post) |
5-10 business days |
Formal legal proof with tracking |
Creating irrefutable documentation for disputes |
| Email to support |
3-7 business days |
Email thread (weaker proof) |
Last resort if website tools fail |
The Bloomberg.com website method is fastest and sufficient for most Canadian subscribers. Registered post is valuable only if you anticipate billing disputes or want maximum legal protection. At Yafee, we recommend the website method for speed and the email confirmation as your primary proof of cancellation.
Key steps to complete before and after cancellation
Use this checklist to ensure you cancel properly and retain all necessary documentation.
Before you cancel
- Confirm your subscription source (Bloomberg.com, Apple App Store, or Google Play Store)
- Log in and verify your current renewal date and billing amount
- Decide whether you want to retain access until renewal or cancel immediately
- If cancelling an annual plan, confirm that you understand no refund applies to unused months
- Download or screenshot your most recent invoice for records
During cancellation
- Follow the cancellation steps specific to your subscription platform
- Note the exact date and time you submit your cancellation request
- Take a screenshot of the cancellation confirmation page
- Save the confirmation email Bloomberg sends within 24 hours
After cancellation
- Monitor your credit card statement for 30 days after your final renewal date
- Confirm that no charge appears after your billing period ends
- Create a folder on your computer or cloud storage with all cancellation documentation
- If Bloomberg charges you after cancellation, dispute the charge with your credit card issuer immediately
- If issues persist, file a complaint with your provincial consumer protection authority
Why yafee helps thousands of canadians cancel subscriptions annually
Bloomberg cancellations are common, but the process remains confusing for many Canadians because the platform does not prominently advertise its cancellation tools and terms vary by subscription source. At Yafee, we have guided thousands of Canadian consumers through subscription cancellations across dozens of platforms, ensuring they understand their rights, execute cancellations correctly, and retain evidence in case disputes arise.
Yafee specializes in translating complex subscription terms and consumer protection law into clear, actionable steps. Whether you are cancelling Bloomberg, another news platform, or a streaming service, Yafee provides the same legal grounding and procedural clarity. Our guides are grounded in provincial consumer protection legislation, the Consumer Protection Act, and CRTC standards to ensure you retain your statutory rights.
Furthermore, Yafee emphasizes documentation and verification at every stage. We know from experience that subscription companies sometimes dispute cancellation requests or continue billing after cancellation. By following Yafee's documented process, you create an irrefutable record that protects you in disputes with your credit card issuer, your provincial consumer authority, or the company itself.
Yafee is your trusted partner in subscription management. Visit Yafee today to access guides for cancelling any subscription, understanding your consumer rights, and resolving billing disputes with confidence.
If you need to contact Bloomberg directly or escalate a cancellation dispute, use the following information.
Bloomberg customer service
Email: [email protected]
Website: Bloomberg.com/support
Mailing address (North American headquarters):
Bloomberg L.P.
731 Lexington Avenue
New York, NY 10022
United States
For Canadian-specific billing or subscription inquiries, reference your account email in all correspondence and include your subscription plan and renewal date. Request a response within 5 business days.
Dispute escalation contacts
Ontario: Ontario Ministry of Attorney General, Consumer Protection Branch
British Columbia: Consumer Protection BC
Quebec: Office de la protection du consommateur
Canada-wide: Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC)
File complaints with these authorities only after you have attempted direct resolution with Bloomberg and have documented your cancellation request and any refusal to honour it.