http://www.crtc.gc.ca CRTC news release Government & Organizations en Copyright 2012 Wed, 18 Jul 2012 14:04:18 GMT Wed, 18 Jul 2012 14:04:18 GMT RSS DreamFeeder v 2.5.2 The CRTC plans to issue the following decisions and regulatory policies in the coming week. This list may not be complete and is subject to change without notice. The CRTC plans to issue the following decisions and regulatory policies in the coming week. This list may not be complete and is subject to change without notice. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/decisions.htm Fri, 17 May 2013 20:00:00 EST data:text/plain,manual:1305912331308:4280453337655834:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml The CRTC plans to issue the following decisions and regulatory policies in the coming week. This list may not be complete and is subject to change without notice. The CRTC plans to issue the following decisions and regulatory policies in the coming week. This list may not be complete and is subject to change without notice. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/decisions.htm Fri, 19 Apr 2013 20:00:00 EST data:text/plain,manual:1305912331308:4280453337655831:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Jean-Pierre Blais at the public hearing in Gatineau, Quebec Jean-Pierre Blais at the public hearing in Gatineau, Quebec http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com200/2013/s130423.htm Tue, 23 Apr 2013 11:00:00 EST data:text/plain,manual:1305912331308:4280453337655830:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) released statistical and financial summaries for Canadian specialty, pay, pay-per-view (PPV) and video-on-demand (VOD) television services. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) released statistical and financial summaries for Canadian specialty, pay, pay-per-view (PPV) and video-on-demand (VOD) television services. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2013/r130411.htm Thu, 11 Apr 2013 11:00:00 EST data:text/plain,manual:1305912331308:4280453337655827:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) released statistical and financial information on Canadian broadcasting distribution companies for the broadcast year ended August 31, 2012. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) released statistical and financial information on Canadian broadcasting distribution companies for the broadcast year ended August 31, 2012. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2013/r130409.htm Tue, 09 Apr 2013 11:00:00 EST data:text/plain,manual:1305912331308:4280453337655826:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) announced that Comwave Telenetworks Inc. has paid a penalty of $100,000 to the Receiver General for Canada as part of a settlement over telemarketing practices, which impacted calls made by its independent dealers. Comwave Telenetworks Inc. is affiliated with Comwave Telecommunications Inc., a provider of telecommunications services, such as home telephone, Voice over Internet Protocol telephone and long-distance services. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) announced that Comwave Telenetworks Inc. has paid a penalty of $100,000 to the Receiver General for Canada as part of a settlement over telemarketing practices, which impacted calls made by its independent dealers. Comwave Telenetworks Inc. is affiliated with Comwave Telecommunications Inc., a provider of telecommunications services, such as home telephone, Voice over Internet Protocol telephone and long-distance services. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2013/r130403.htm Wed, 03 Apr 2013 11:00:00 EST data:text/plain,manual:1305912331308:4280453337655824:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) announced that Ontario Consumer Credit Assistance and Quick Connect Solutions have paid penalties of $69,000 and $11,000, respectively, to the Receiver General for Canada as part of a settlement over their telemarketing practices. These companies promote debt relief and consolidation services to Canadians. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) announced that Ontario Consumer Credit Assistance and Quick Connect Solutions have paid penalties of $69,000 and $11,000, respectively, to the Receiver General for Canada as part of a settlement over their telemarketing practices. These companies promote debt relief and consolidation services to Canadians. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2013/r130402.htm Tue, 02 Apr 2013 11:00:00 EST data:text/plain,manual:1305912331308:4280453337655823:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) launched a public consultation on whether video relay service for Canadians who are deaf, hard of hearing or speech impaired should be offered. As part of this consultation, the CRTC will hold a public hearing starting on October 21, 2013, in Gatineau, Que. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) launched a public consultation on whether video relay service for Canadians who are deaf, hard of hearing or speech impaired should be offered. As part of this consultation, the CRTC will hold a public hearing starting on October 21, 2013, in Gatineau, Que. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2013/r130327.htm Wed, 27 Mar 2013 11:00:00 EST data:text/plain,manual:1305912331308:4280453337655816:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Jean-Pierre Blais to the Canadian Media Production Association’s Prime Time 2013 conference Jean-Pierre Blais to the Canadian Media Production Association’s Prime Time 2013 conference http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com200/2013/s130308.htm Fri, 8 Mar 2013 11:00:00 EST data:text/plain,manual:1305912331308:4280453337655819:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Jean-Pierre Blais to the Standing Committee on Official Languages Jean-Pierre Blais to the Standing Committee on Official Languages http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com200/2013/s130228.htm Thu, 28 Feb 2013 15:30:00 EST data:text/plain,manual:1305912331308:4280453337655817:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) established final rates for the wholesale high-speed access services used by independent service providers to offer competitively priced Internet and other services. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) established final rates for the wholesale high-speed access services used by independent service providers to offer competitively priced Internet and other services. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2013/r130221.htm Thu, 21 Feb 2013 14:00:00 EST data:text/plain,manual:1305912331308:4280453337655816:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) launched the second phase of its public consultation by unveiling a draft code for wireless services. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) launched the second phase of its public consultation by unveiling a draft code for wireless services. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2013/r130128.htm Mon, 28 Jan 2013 14:00:00 EST data:text/plain,manual:1305912331308:4280453337655816:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) announced enhancements to 911 services that will enable Canadians who have hearing or speech impairments to communicate with 911 call centres via text message. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) announced enhancements to 911 services that will enable Canadians who have hearing or speech impairments to communicate with 911 call centres via text message. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2013/r130124.htm Thu, 24 Jan 2013 11:00:00 EST data:text/plain,manual:1305912331308:4280453337655816:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) approved a new multilingual television station to be called International Channel/Canal International (ICI). Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) approved a new multilingual television station to be called International Channel/Canal International (ICI). http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2012/r121220.htm Thu, 20 Dec 2012 11:00:00 EST data:text/plain,manual:1305912331308:4280453337655816:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) announced that it will examine the future of 911 services in Canada. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) announced that it will examine the future of 911 services in Canada. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2012/r121217.htm Thu, 17 Dec 2012 11:00:00 EST data:text/plain,manual:1305912331308:4280453337655816:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, we will review a number of issues related to OWN: The Oprah Winfrey Network, which is operated by Corus Entertainment. Today, we will review a number of issues related to OWN: The Oprah Winfrey Network, which is operated by Corus Entertainment. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com200/2012/s121211.htm Tue, 11 Dec 2012 11:00:00 EST data:text/plain,manual:1305912331308:4280453337655816:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) launched a public consultation on the telecommunications services that Northwestel provides to northern Canadians. Following this consultation, a public hearing will be held on June 17, 2013, in Inuvik, Northwest Territories and June 19, 2013, in Whitehorse, Yukon. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) launched a public consultation on the telecommunications services that Northwestel provides to northern Canadians. Following this consultation, a public hearing will be held on June 17, 2013, in Inuvik, Northwest Territories and June 19, 2013, in Whitehorse, Yukon. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2012/r121206.htm Thu, 06 Dec 2012 11:00:00 EST data:text/plain,manual:1305912331308:4280453337655816:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Jean-Pierre Blais to the Public Interest Advocacy Centre's Annual Dinner Ottawa, Ontario Jean-Pierre Blais to the Public Interest Advocacy Centre's Annual Dinner Ottawa, Ontario http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com200/2012/s121119.htm Fri, 30 Nov 2012 11:00:00 EST data:text/plain,manual:1305912331308:4280453337655816:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) began a process to address a predicted telephone number shortage in southern Ontario and all regions of Alberta. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) began a process to address a predicted telephone number shortage in southern Ontario and all regions of Alberta. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2012/r121129.htm Thu, 29 Nov 2012 11:00:00 EST data:text/plain,manual:1305912331308:4280453337655816:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml At this hearing, we will review the application by CBC/Radio-Canada to renew the licences for its radio and television services. At this hearing, we will review the application by CBC/Radio-Canada to renew the licences for its radio and television services. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com200/2012/s121119.htm Mon, 19 Nov 2012 11:00:00 EST data:text/plain,manual:1305912331308:4280453337655816:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) launched an online discussion to facilitate broader discussion among Canadians on a new code for wireless services, such as cellphones and other personal mobile devices. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) launched an online discussion to facilitate broader discussion among Canadians on a new code for wireless services, such as cellphones and other personal mobile devices. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2012/r121113.htm Tues, 13 Nov 2012 11:00:00 EST data:text/plain,manual:1305912331308:4280453337655816:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Jean-Pierre Blais, Chairman of the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC), has issued the following statement. Jean-Pierre Blais, Chairman of the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC), has issued the following statement. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2012/r121108.htm Thu, 08 Nov 2012 11:00:00 EST data:text/plain,manual:1305912331308:4280453337655816:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Jean-Pierre Blais to the annual conference of the Canadian Chapter of the International Institute of Communications. Jean-Pierre Blais to the annual conference of the Canadian Chapter of the International Institute of Communications. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com200/2012/s121029a.htm Mon, 29 Oct 2012 21:07:33 GMT data:text/plain,manual:1329858531664:827833524347083:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) took enforcement action against two companies based in India for breaking Canada's telemarketing rules. The CRTC is requiring Pecon Software Limited and Avaneesh Software Private Limited to put a stop to their current telemarketing practices and to pay $495,000 and $12,000, respectively, in monetary penalties. The CRTC also conducted inspections/executed search warrants against the companies involved in this investigation. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) took enforcement action against two companies based in India for breaking Canada's telemarketing rules. The CRTC is requiring Pecon Software Limited and Avaneesh Software Private Limited to put a stop to their current telemarketing practices and to pay $495,000 and $12,000, respectively, in monetary penalties. The CRTC also conducted inspections/executed search warrants against the companies involved in this investigation. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2012/r121003.htm Wed, 3 Oct 2012 14:03:03 GMT data:text/plain,manual:1342620258784:43663184702177100:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) announced the addition of a new area code to remedy a shortage of telephone numbers in the provinces of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island currently served by area code 902. The CRTC will also introduce 10-digit dialing in both provinces so that all local calls are routed to the correct area code. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) announced the addition of a new area code to remedy a shortage of telephone numbers in the provinces of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island currently served by area code 902. The CRTC will also introduce 10-digit dialing in both provinces so that all local calls are routed to the correct area code. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2012/r121001.htm Mon, 1 Oct 2012 14:03:03 GMT data:text/plain,manual:1342620258784:43663184702177100:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) announced that the Local Programming Improvement Fund will be phased out by August 31, 2014. The contribution to the Fund will be gradually reduced until it is discontinued. As a result, the charge many cable and satellite companies have passed through to their customers will be removed from their bills. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) announced that the Local Programming Improvement Fund will be phased out by August 31, 2014. The contribution to the Fund will be gradually reduced until it is discontinued. As a result, the charge many cable and satellite companies have passed through to their customers will be removed from their bills. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2012/r120718.htm Wed, 18 Jul 2012 14:03:03 GMT data:text/plain,manual:1342620258784:43663184702177100:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) approved Rogers Broadcasting Limited's purchase of the Saskatchewan Communications Network (SCN), an educational television service, from Bluepoint Investment Inc. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) approved Rogers Broadcasting Limited's purchase of the Saskatchewan Communications Network (SCN), an educational television service, from Bluepoint Investment Inc. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2012/r120621.htm Thu, 21 Jun 2012 13:40:17 GMT data:text/plain,manual:1340286061598:681412985806967:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) announced that it will continue the search for a sustainable solution to the telecommunications needs of Canadians with hearing and speech disabilities. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) announced that it will continue the search for a sustainable solution to the telecommunications needs of Canadians with hearing and speech disabilities. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2012/r120525.htm Fri, 25 May 2012 13:39:18 GMT data:text/plain,manual:1337953214302:5042500351407733:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) began a process to address the predicted telephone number shortage for the regions served by area code 902 in Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) began a process to address the predicted telephone number shortage for the regions served by area code 902 in Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2012/r120524.htm Thu, 24 May 2012 13:16:58 GMT data:text/plain,manual:1337865460979:5277553941953836:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) published the final regulations requiring Canadian broadcasters and broadcasting distributors to control the loudness of TV commercials by September 1, 2012. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) published the final regulations requiring Canadian broadcasters and broadcasting distributors to control the loudness of TV commercials by September 1, 2012. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2012/r120508.htm Tue, 08 May 2012 14:03:59 GMT data:text/plain,manual:1336485889742:891388639875535:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) released statistical and financial summaries for Canadian specialty, pay, pay-per-view (PPV) and video-on-demand (VOD) television services. During the past five years, this sector of the broadcasting industry increased its revenues by 36.7%, while profits before interest and taxes margins hovered between 22% and 25%, reflecting a strong demand for these services. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) released statistical and financial summaries for Canadian specialty, pay, pay-per-view (PPV) and video-on-demand (VOD) television services. During the past five years, this sector of the broadcasting industry increased its revenues by 36.7%, while profits before interest and taxes margins hovered between 22% and 25%, reflecting a strong demand for these services. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2012/r120501.htm Tue, 01 May 2012 14:40:03 GMT data:text/plain,manual:1335883261247:8188650933197754:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) renewed the licences of the French-language television services operated by TVA Group, as well as the licences of the services operated by Astral Media. The CRTC also maintained the existing conditions of licence for V. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) renewed the licences of the French-language television services operated by TVA Group, as well as the licences of the services operated by Astral Media. The CRTC also maintained the existing conditions of licence for V. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2012/r120426.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2012 15:37:48 GMT data:text/plain,manual:1335454751764:133:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) announced that it is seeking views on whether the wireless market has changed enough to warrant its intervention in the development of a national code for wireless services. The CRTC recently received several applications suggesting that one be established. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) announced that it is seeking views on whether the wireless market has changed enough to warrant its intervention in the development of a national code for wireless services. The CRTC recently received several applications suggesting that one be established. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2012/r120404.htm Wed, 04 Apr 2012 16:13:35 GMT data:text/plain,manual:1333556050024:5981290613017745:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) released statistical and financial information on Canadian broadcast distribution companies for the broadcast year ended August 31, 2011. This sector of the industry demonstrated sustained growth as the total revenues climbed from $12.5 billion to $13.5 billion in one year. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) released statistical and financial information on Canadian broadcast distribution companies for the broadcast year ended August 31, 2011. This sector of the industry demonstrated sustained growth as the total revenues climbed from $12.5 billion to $13.5 billion in one year. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2012/r120404a.htm Wed, 04 Apr 2012 16:08:54 GMT data:text/plain,manual:1333556010606:33865559035468596:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) released statistical and financial information on Canadian conventional television stations for the broadcast year ended August 31, 2011. Although revenues remained slightly below pre-recession levels, the profitability of private conventional broadcasters improved mainly due to a reduction in overall program expenses. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) released statistical and financial information on Canadian conventional television stations for the broadcast year ended August 31, 2011. Although revenues remained slightly below pre-recession levels, the profitability of private conventional broadcasters improved mainly due to a reduction in overall program expenses. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2012/r120404b.htm Wed, 04 Apr 2012 16:07:56 GMT data:text/plain,manual:1333555730599:16616968747120796:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) concluded a five-month investigation and took enforcement action against 85 companies for breaking the telemarketing rules. This investigation marks the latest step in the CRTC's efforts, using a variety of enforcement strategies, to reduce unwanted calls made to Canadians. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) concluded a five-month investigation and took enforcement action against 85 companies for breaking the telemarketing rules. This investigation marks the latest step in the CRTC's efforts, using a variety of enforcement strategies, to reduce unwanted calls made to Canadians. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2012/r120402.htm Mon, 02 Apr 2012 14:05:07 GMT data:text/plain,manual:1333375550726:0:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) approved a proposal to establish the Canadian Broadcasting Participation Fund. This independent fund will help public-interest and consumer groups offset the costs of participating in the CRTC's broadcasting proceedings. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) approved a proposal to establish the Canadian Broadcasting Participation Fund. This independent fund will help public-interest and consumer groups offset the costs of participating in the CRTC's broadcasting proceedings. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2012/r120326.htm Mon, 26 Mar 2012 13:42:09 GMT data:text/plain,manual:1332769366882:9648082498683938:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Leonard Katz, Acting Chairman of the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) made the following statement regarding the passing of Pierre Juneau: Leonard Katz, Acting Chairman of the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) made the following statement regarding the passing of Pierre Juneau: http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2012/r120221.htm Tue, 21 Feb 2012 21:07:33 GMT data:text/plain,manual:1329858531664:827833524347083:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) announced a three-month trial that will allow 911 call centres to communicate with pre-registered participants with hearing and speech impairments by text message. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) announced a three-month trial that will allow 911 call centres to communicate with pre-registered participants with hearing and speech impairments by text message. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2012/r120216.htm Thu, 16 Feb 2012 14:39:47 GMT data:text/plain,manual:1329403229586:0:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) completed a comprehensive review of over 80 telecommunications regulations, which resulted in the elimination or streamlining of over 60 per cent of these regulations. Regulations that are in the public interest, such as those relating to 911 services, accessibility and customer privacy, were left unchanged. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) completed a comprehensive review of over 80 telecommunications regulations, which resulted in the elimination or streamlining of over 60 per cent of these regulations. Regulations that are in the public interest, such as those relating to 911 services, accessibility and customer privacy, were left unchanged. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2012/r120209.htm Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:00:00 GMT data:text/plain,manual:1327688570391:7688307833018605:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2012/r120209.htm Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) confirmed that the new wholesale rates for independent Internet service providers (ISPs) will be implemented on February 1, 2012. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) confirmed that the new wholesale rates for independent Internet service providers (ISPs) will be implemented on February 1, 2012. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2012/r120127.htm Fri, 27 Jan 2012 18:21:57 GMT data:text/plain,manual:1327688570391:7688307833018605:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) announced that Leonard Katz will serve as Acting Chairman until the Government of Canada appoints a new Chairperson. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) announced that Leonard Katz will serve as Acting Chairman until the Government of Canada appoints a new Chairperson. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2012/r120125.htm Wed, 25 Jan 2012 15:13:33 GMT data:text/plain,manual:1327504457452:1884285874605518:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) introduced a new policy that will encourage large telephone companies to rapidly adopt Internet Protocol (IP) throughout their networks. This shift will promote the development of innovative services for Canadians. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) introduced a new policy that will encourage large telephone companies to rapidly adopt Internet Protocol (IP) throughout their networks. This shift will promote the development of innovative services for Canadians. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2012/r120119.htm Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:37:47 GMT data:text/plain,manual:1326983914750:1353951367226358:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml The Commission announced today that it will be holding a public consultation to review the Local Programming Improvement Fund, and is inviting Canadians to submit comments. The Commission announced today that it will be holding a public consultation to review the Local Programming Improvement Fund, and is inviting Canadians to submit comments. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2011/r111219.htm Mon, 19 Dec 2011 15:20:23 GMT data:text/plain,manual:1324308064122:7167540910830462:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) announced that it is opening Canada's North to local telephone competition. Residents in many parts of the Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut will have the option to choose from competing telephone service providers as of May 1, 2012. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) announced that it is opening Canada's North to local telephone competition. Residents in many parts of the Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut will have the option to choose from competing telephone service providers as of May 1, 2012. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2011/r111214.htm Wed, 14 Dec 2011 14:45:42 GMT data:text/plain,manual:1323873992540:5816159224623515:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) found that Bell Mobility gave itself a significant competitive advantage by entering into exclusive agreements for the mobile rights to popular National Hockey League (NHL) and National Football League (NFL) content. Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) found that Bell Mobility gave itself a significant competitive advantage by entering into exclusive agreements for the mobile rights to popular National Hockey League (NHL) and National Football League (NFL) content. http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2011/r111212.htm Mon, 12 Dec 2011 14:54:19 GMT data:text/plain,manual:1323701710911:54086040120958:http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/rss/news.xml