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CRTC reminds telecoms they must promote basic TV packages to customers
In less than two weeks, Canada's TV-service providers must all start offering so-called pick and pay cable service. But, so far, most have been mum on what those new packages will look like, much to...
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CRTC denies appeal to force big telcos to give access to their wireless networks
Canada's broadcast regulator has denied an appeal by small Internet providers to require major telecommunications companies to provide access to their wireless networks.
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‘Skinny basic’ TV service rolls out Tuesday
Canadian TV subscribers may be rejoicing as they prepare for Tuesday's launch of new, regulator-mandated basic cable and satellite packages.
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‘Skinny basic’ now available for cable, satellite subscribers in Canada
Canada's major TV service providers say it's too early to tell how many of their customers will choose to switch to the new slimmed-down services that are on offer as of today.
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Breakfast Buzz: Will you change your cable package?
As of March 1 you can opt for 'skinny basic' cable packages, which will cost just $25. Will you change your cable package?
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Here’s what you need to know about the arrival of ‘skinny basic’ cable packages
Here's what you need to know about the so-called skinny basic TV packages.
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Regina welcomes new ‘skinny’ basic packages
Starting Tuesday, TV service providers must offer basic TV packages for no more than $25 per month, with the option to pick and pay for additional channels.
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Skinny cable works for cost-conscious users: Saskatoon marketing prof
Cable unbundling has allowed people to make decisions based on what channels they typically watch, but also how much money they're willing to spend.
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Broadcast of Amber Alert warning interrupts television, startles viewers
An Amber Alert warning issued by the Ontario Provincial Police Sunday evening prompted the first broadcast of the new national public alert system across televisions throughout the province and caught...
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Corus moves closer to Shaw merger following shareholder vote
Corus Entertainment's blockbuster bid to buy the media division of Shaw Communications has received shareholder approval.
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CRTC hints TV license renewals could persuade ‘skinny basic’ providers to...
The head of Canada's broadcaster regulator says it's too soon to tell if Canadian TV service providers are respecting the spirit of the CRTC's new basic cable regulation.
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CRTC approves sale of Shaw Media to Corus
Corus Entertainment has been approved by the CRTC to acquire Shaw Media, parent company of Global News.
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How should 911 work? CRTC asking for public input on upgrades
The Canadian public is being invited to comment on changes for the next generation of 911 phone service for emergencies.
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One in three Canadians ‘satisfied’ with Internet prices
Affordability is among the top Internet service concerns for Canadians, especially those living in rural areas, a new report has found.
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Quebec bill would force Internet firms to block access to online gambling sites
Bill 74 includes a provision that seeks to force Internet service providers to block Quebecers' access to online gambling sites that aren't approved by the government.
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Alberta’s new 825 area code now available
The area code 825 is now available to people applying for new service across the province of Alberta.
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BCE to buy Manitoba Telecom Services in $3.9B deal
BCE Inc. has a friendly deal to buy Manitoba Telecom Services Inc. in a deal they value at $3.9 billion.
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Wireless prices in Canada likely to rise due to ‘phoney’ competition: study
The sell-off of broadband spectrum last year that resulted in the takeover of Wind Mobile by Shaw Communications created "phoney" competition and will likely result in higher - not lower - wireless...
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Bell’s appeal against sharing Internet infrastructure denied
The federal cabinet is supporting a CRTC decision that forces Canada's big Internet providers to share their high-speed infrastructure with smaller carriers at a wholesale cost.
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CRTC changing the rules for local TV news, announces new fund
Canada's broadcast regulator is forcing English-language TV stations to air at least seven hours a week of local news, and creating a new fund to help the smaller ones pay for it as part of a...
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