Carriers

SaskTel has asked the Federal Court of Appeal to review a decision by the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) that requires the company to share its fibre network with other internet providers. The policy was issued back in August and mandates SaskTel to give third-party resellers access to its fibre-to-the-premises (FTTP) network by February...

Telus has launched SmartEnergy, a new subscription service designed to help users cut energy costs and reduce their environmental footprint. By connecting compatible smart home devices, such as thermostats and plugs, to the Telus SmartHome+ app, customers can automate temperature settings, power down unused devices, and create routines that could reduce energy bills by up...

Rogers today announced it will buy out Bell’s 37.5% ownership stake in Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) for $4.7 billion CAD. Rogers will now have majority control with 75% of MLSE, making it a powerful owner of Canada's biggest pro sports teams. “MLSE is one of the most prestigious sports and entertainment organizations in...

Statistics Canada has introduced a new approach to tracking cellular service prices, aiming to provide a more accurate picture of what Canadians pay for wireless services. Back in July, we told you StatsCan was set to change how it tracked wireless pricing in Canada, and now we have some more details. The updated Cellular Services...

Bell and MacLean have announced a partnership focused on improving automation, autonomy, and connectivity in underground mining vehicles. The goal is to improve equipment performance, worker safety, and sustainability by reducing emissions. A new Bell Private Mobile Network (PMN) was installed at MacLean’s Research & Training Facility in Sudbury, Ontario. This is a dedicated, secure...

Quebecor has made an offer to buy Corus Entertainment, but Corus appears unwilling to engage, according to a source familiar with the matter, reports the Globe and Mail. Representatives of Quebecor met with Corus executive chair Heather Shaw roughly six months ago, followed by a purchase offer several weeks ago. However, Corus has not responded,...

Looks like the days of free shipping for a smartphone ordered from Rogers is over. According to iPhone in Canada readers, Rogers is now charging a $25 shipping fee for standard shipping, and it applies for the iPhone 16 series, or any other phone you order. If you choose Rogers in-store pickup, that is free...

Ron McKenzie, Chief Technology and Information Officer at Rogers, announced his retirement on Friday. McKenzie shared the news on LinkedIn, reflecting on his long tech career. “It’s been an incredible journey and an honour to be part of our industry, helping to bring technological advancements that have truly changed the way we live and connect,”...

If your employer offers the Telus Exclusive Partner Program (EPP), you may want to check your online portal for the latest deals. Right now, one deal from the Telus EPP being offered in Quebec is a $50/100GB Canada-US plan, but with $15/month in credits, taking it down to $35 per month. That’s a pretty decent...

Freedom Mobile is offering a promotion for customers who pre-order any iPhone 16 model. Buyers who activate or upgrade to an iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, or iPhone 16 Pro Max on a $65 plan with a two-year agreement can get an Apple Watch Series 10 (42mm) for free. The watch must...

Rogers and the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) are ending free public Wi-Fi service in Toronto’s subway stations, a move criticized for widening the city’s “digital divide.” The TConnect system, launched over a decade ago, has faced “chronic underinvestment” and is now “reaching its end of life,” according to a TTC briefing note, according to the...

Telus-owned Koodo has matched its rivals in increasing its plans by $5 per month. On Thursday morning, Koodo tweaked its plans to the following: $44/20GB (new) $49/40GB (was 60GB) $54/60GB (was $49) The $39/50GB plan has been eliminated, as the $44/20GB plan is now the entry price point (aside from the $37.50/2GB plan which is...