Carriers

Back in April, Rogers completed its acquisition of Shaw, aside from the latter’s Freedom Mobile unit which was sold to Quebecor. For Shaw home phone, internet and TV customers, they have now transitioned over to Rogers and now it appears the first price increase is coming to internet customers. While Rogers has promised Shaw Mobile...

Bell Aliant announced that internet and home phone services were disrupted for customers in Fosterville, New Brunswick, due to a copper cable theft. The issue was resolved nearly five hours later, according to a company statement on Thursday. This incident adds to the growing problem of copper theft affecting telecom companies. Bell Aliant has recently...

Two members of the family controlling Rogers, have filed a lawsuit against the company, alleging they have been excluded from board meetings and denied access to information. Melinda Rogers-Hixon and her sister, Martha Rogers, claim the company's actions have been "oppressive" toward them. The lawsuit reignites a longstanding power struggle within the Rogers family, whose...

Quebecor is set to extend the service areas of its Videotron, Fizz, and Freedom Mobile brands in Canada, thanks to the new regulatory framework for Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) services established by the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC). The phased expansion aims to make these services accessible to millions more Canadian consumers. "The...

SaskTel has announced the upcoming launch of its infiNET service in the communities of Indian Head, Maple Creek, and Rosetown. This expansion is part of the Crown corporation's $200 million Rural Fibre Initiative aimed at enhancing internet connectivity in rural areas. The company expects select regions in these communities to be fibre-ready by mid-November. "Our...

In a humanitarian gesture, Rogers has announced that it will waive long-distance and SMS charges for its Rogers, Fido, and chatr customers making calls to Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank. The waiver is effective from October 7 to October 31, 2023. Additionally, roaming charges for customers in these regions will also be waived during...

Telus-owned Koodo announced today that it is offering a three-month Amazon Prime membership as an add-on to its mobility service. The offer is available to both new and existing customers with plans starting at $55 per month. After the initial three months, the Amazon Prime membership will renew at its regular price of $9.99 per...

Elon Musk's SpaceX has launched a new website to provide details on its forthcoming "Starlink Direct to Cell" service, with plans for a comprehensive launch by 2025, reports Tesla North. The website states that the service will offer "ubiquitous access to texting, calling, and browsing" across a variety of terrains, including land, lakes, and coastal...

Telus-owned Public Mobile is running a promotion that doubles loyalty points on its 5G plans. The offer is available for new activations and will be available until October 16. The most you can get is $6.50/month back in points on the $65/month plan, which drops to $55/month if you jump on a 90-day subscription. Loyalty...

Telus-owned Koodo has quietly launched home internet for its customers, available in select provinces. Koodo's new internet services are currently available exclusively in Manitoba, Ontario, and Quebec. The service starts at $70 per month when bundled with a Koodo mobile plan. The company is offering three main plans: Unlimited Internet 100: $75 per month with...

Eastlink has confirmed the acquisition of NeoTech, a Kapuskasing-based firm. The purchase aims to bolster Eastlink's ongoing investment in Northern Ontario and aligns with both companies' commitment to customer service excellence. "We are delighted to welcome NeoTech customers to the Eastlink family. This purchase is a natural fit for us as the NeoTech team has...

The federal government has announced its participation in the Global Coalition on Telecommunications (GCOT). The coalition, which also includes the United Kingdom, the United States, Australia, and Japan, aims to improve the security, resilience, and innovation of telecommunications networks worldwide. François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, stated that Canada's involvement will focus on...