Carriers
SaskTel Expands 5G Network to Over 40 Additional Sites
SaskTel announced on Wednesday the expansion of its 5G network to over 40 new cell sites, serving communities and highway corridors throughout Saskatchewan. "The significant investments being made by SaskTel in 5G and fibre technologies will help strengthen the networks we rely on and ensure Saskatchewan remains one of the most well-connected regions in the...
Public Mobile Promos: $50/60GB Canada-US Plan and More
Telus-owned Public Mobile has launched a series of limited-time subscription offers available from today until October 9th. All plans are available for new and existing customers (except for the $40/30GB 5G plan, new customers only) and offer varying data speeds and monthly savings at 4G or 5G speeds. The most notable addition is the $50/60GB...
Telus Says TTC Wireless Access Now Available for Customers
Today marks the expansion of the Rogers-owned TTC wireless network to other carriers, including its rivals Telus and Bell. Rogers opened up its 5G wireless network one day early yesterday, ahead today’s federal government-mandated expansion. Bell confirmed with iPhone in Canada on Monday that its customers now have wireless access on the TTC. Now, Telus...
Bell Announces TTC Wireless Access Now Available
After Rogers opened up wireless access to all carriers on the TTC yesterday, ahead of today’s federally-mandated deadline, Bell has confirmed its mobile customers now have access on the Toronto subway. "We’re pleased to confirm that our customers regardless of device type or rate plan now have access to 5G /4G / 3G wireless service...
Rogers Opens TTC Wireless to All Carriers, Including Telus and Bell
Rogers announced today the activation of its 5G network in key areas of the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) subway system. The move aims to provide seamless connectivity for transit riders across all major Canadian wireless carriers. Effective today, customers of all major Canadian wireless carriers can access 5G services in specific areas of the TTC...
Former Shaw Technicians Vote for Strike After Rogers Merger
Approximately 300 former Shaw technicians, now part of Rogers after the merger, have voted overwhelmingly in favour of a strike. The workers are based in Vancouver, Richmond, Surrey, and Langley. The vote comes amid concerns about job security following recent layoffs and voluntary departures. "The job losses raise questions about Rogers' commitment to creating 3,000...
Telus Rolls Out Standalone 5G Network in Western Canada
Telus has activated its standalone 5G (5G SA) network in Western Canada, just a week after launching the service in Eastern Canada. Users in Edmonton have reported successful connections to 5G SA on Android phones, with speed tests showing over 1 Gbps. The network is accessible throughout Edmonton, from the north to the south and...
Rogers, Telus, Bell Join Hands to Meet TTC Wireless Deadline
Over a month after Rogers launched 5G cellphone service in the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) subway, Bell and Telus are set to offer the same service by the federal government-mandated October 3 deadline. The development comes after federal Industry Minister François-Philippe Champagne directed Rogers to extend access to other major telecom companies. "This solution that...
Here are Rogers, Telus and Bell Cellphone Plan Changes from Sept. 27
Here are the latest Canadian cellphone plan and device deals, plus other promos from wireless carriers such as Rogers, Telus and Bell, from our partner PlanHub. As always, the promos and plans may change at the last minute, but here they are as of Wednesday, September 27, 2023. Bell Noticeable price changes: For only $15.85 with device...
Bell Announces TTC Wireless Access is Coming
Earlier this month, Rogers was ordered to grant TTC wireless access to Telus, Bell and other carriers. A deadline was set for access to begin on October 3, 2023. Now, ahead of this date, Bell has started informing customers TTC wireless access will be here in the “coming weeks,” according to a text message sent...
New on Crave: October 2023
We're rounding the corner into October and we have another list of what's new on Bell Media's Crave streaming service. Crave is set to launch its "Creepy Cravings" hub on October 1, offering a curated selection of Halloween-themed content. The hub will feature categories such as Terrifying TV, with shows like "Yellowjackets," "True Blood," and...
Videotron Nears Completion of Federal Internet Expansion Project
Videotron is close to completing its high-speed internet project under the Canada-Québec Operation High Speed initiative, in collaboration with federal and provincial governments. The project will extend Videotron's services to over 37,000 households in 259 municipalities across Québec. "This major achievement by Videotron crews gives thousands of households in outlying regions access to services of...