The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) announced that it will examine the future of 911 services in Canada. To prepare for the formal review in 2014-2015, the CRTC has appointed National Commissioner Tim Denton as an Inquiry Officer and invites Canadians to share their views on how 911 services could be improved. Denton will … Read more
Chairman of the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission Jean-Pierre Blais issued a statement commending the Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association. Blais said that the Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association unveiled a series of initiatives to combat the black market for lost or stolen cellphones. On behalf of the commission, Blais congratulated Bernard Lord, president and CEO of the … Read more
The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) and the Australian Communications and Media Authority welcomed three new enforcement agencies to the International Do Not Call Network. Agencies from the Netherlands, Portugal and Japan attended the network's 2nd annual meeting, which was held on Oct. 19, 2012. More information is available online. Call 819-997-9403.
The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) denied BCE's application to acquire control of Astral Media's television and radio services because it is not in the public interest. Astral Media operates 84 radio stations and 20 pay and specialty television channels in both official languages. The full release is available online. Call 819-997-9403.
The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) launched a public consultation to obtain Canadians' views on a new code for retail wireless services, such as cellphones and other personal mobile devices. Following this consultation, a public hearing will begin on Jan. 28, 2013, in Gatineau, Que. Jean-Pierre Blais, chairman of the CRTC, said that Canadians … Read more
The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) published two information bulletins to help Canadian businesses better understand Canada's anti-spam legislation. The CRTC expects the legislation to come into force in 2013. To help businesses interpret the law and the CRTC' regulations, the information bulletins set out examples of acceptable practices. For instance, the law will … Read more
The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission released a three-year plan that outlines the activities it expects to carry out from 2012 to 2015. Chairman of the commission Pierre Blais said in the coming years, the commission will focus its efforts around three key pillars: create, connect and protect. The full release is available online. Call … Read more
The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission is inviting Canadians to participate in the consultation for the renewal of CBC/Radio-Canada's radio and television licences. The commission will hold a public hearing beginning Nov. 19, 2012 in Gatineau, Que. The commission will examine the public broadcaster's role in the light of the latter's powers under the Broadcasting … Read more
The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission issued its annual Communications Monitoring Report providing an overview of the Canadian communications sector. In 2011, the average Canadian family spent more than $180 per month on communications services. Chairman of the commission Jean-Pierre Blais said this report is used to gauge whether the communications industry is meeting the … Read more
The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission announced that new rules requiring Canadian broadcasters and broadcasting distributors to control the loudness of television commercials come into force on Sept. 1, 2012. Chairman of the commission Jean-Pierre Blais said starting on Sept. 1, Canadians will be able to enjoy their favourite television programs without having to adjust … Read more
