While concern over the lack of transparency associated with Internet and telecom services has been mounting, the CRTC has just launched a public consultation on the prospect of eliminating mandatory disclosures, relying instead on market forces. The outcome of this consultation could lead to dramatic changes in what the telcom […]
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Bell Files Response in CRTC Throttling Case
Bell has filed its response to the CRTC's questions regarding its throttling practices. The public documents have confidential and sensitive data removed.
CRTC Modifies Telecom Complaints Body
The CRTC has made some changes to the Commissioner for Complaints for Telecommunications Services Inc. It will now limit mandatory participation of telecom service providers to three years and capped the monetary compensation award to direct financial loss. Moreover, the maximum amount available for collective complaints will be $5,000, regardless […]
National Post Calls for Greater Mobile Competition
The National Post has published an editorial emphasizing Canada's high mobile rates and the need for greater competition.
Tim Denton Appointed CRTC Commissioner
Tim Denton, a former colleague on the CIRA board, a recent graduate from the University of Ottawa's LL.M. in Law and Technology, and a thoughtful commentator on net neutrality, has been appointed as a Commissioner of the CRTC.