Illico

Illico is a term with multiple uses in Quebec. In everyday Quebec French, illico is a colloquial adverb meaning immediately or right away, similar to tout de suite. The word appears in informal speech and writing to convey urgency or promptness.

In the media and telecommunications context, Illico is the brand name of Videotron's video on demand and television service. The Illico platform provides access to on-demand movies and television series, catch-up TV, and pay-per-view content, delivered to Videotron customers through its cable network and internet service. The service is accessed via Videotron's set-top box, mobile apps, and increasingly via web interfaces on supported devices. Over its history, Illico has expanded from basic on-demand offerings to include streaming options and integrated search, recommendations, and DVR features for subscribers.

The Illico service is primarily used by subscribers in Quebec, Canada, where Videotron operates. The brand is distinct from the everyday word illico, though both share the same spelling. In general usage, illico as a stand-alone term remains common in informal Quebec French, while the brand name is encountered in contexts relating to Videotron's digital video services.