In November of 2011 the CRTC ruled against usage-based billing (UBB) for internet (the Harper government stepped in to reverse it), after they initially approved a plan for internet providers to implement UBB. Now, with the CRTC set to rule what smaller independent internet service providers (that purchase bandwidth at wholesale from the likes of Bell...
Earlier today it was noted Rogers, TELUS and Bell had discounted the iPhone 4S to $0 on a three year contract (Fido has had the same offer for over a week now). But what's interesting to note is Fido now also offers the older iPhone 4 for $0 on a two year term, which makes...
Rogers has announced it has been recognized as one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers for 2013 by Mediacorp Canada, an award that highlights the company's diverse environment for employees, customers and communities. "We are proud to be chosen as one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers," said Jim Reid, Rogers Senior Vice-President of Human Resources and Chief...
Rogers will soon offer discounts on monthly plans for customers that bring their own devices, according to MobileSyrup. The changes will come to the existing Rogers Hand-Me-Down program, an initiative announced by the company last September. Here is what the current program entails, as explained by Rogers last fall: If you’re a Rogers wireless customer...
Rogers this morning announced their Q4 2012 earnings and their wireless division continues to grow on strength from data revenue, which was at $727 million (21% YOY growth) for the quarter. Total wireless revenue was at $1.92 billion (5% YOY growth) and their adjusted operating profit was $687 million (3% YOY growth). Blended ARPU also...
TELUS has released their Q4 2012 earnings and their wireless division ended the year by adding an additional 112,000 subscribers, bringing their total cellphone user base to 7.67 million, up 4.5% from a year ago, with postpaid subscribers also increasing 85% compared to a year ago. Smartphone subscribers now represent 66% of their postpaid user...
Rogers announced today current company president and CEO Nadir Mohamed had decided to retire from the company in January of 2014. "Nadir is a highly regarded executive who has delivered strong results and substantial value for more than a decade," said Alan Horn, Chairman of the Board, Rogers Communications Inc. "Thanks to his disciplined and...
WIND Mobile has announced a new promotion to lure over customers from other wireless carriers by offering up to $300 worth of credits based on the monthly plan you choose to sign up with: $20 per month, Unlimited talk and text will receive $100 in savings. $30 per month unlimited data, talk and text will...
TELUS has announced today its 4G LTE network is now live in Vegreville, part of a $100,000 investment in the town, located east of Edmonton. The company says it has 4G LTE covered in 80 per cent of Alberta with further expansion coming this year. “TELUS is committed to providing the best service to our...
Looks like new wireless options will be available for those on the East Coast, as Eastlink will launch its 4G LTE network on Friday, reports the Globe and Mail. The company, a subsidiary of Bragg Communications, purchased $200 million dollars worth of wireless spectrum in 2008. It is set to compete against the big three...
Earlier today Bell released its numbers for its Let's Talk Day campaign towards mental health, an initiative that raised $4,813,313.30 in funding yesterday. Part of yesterday's 9,266,266 calls, texts, tweets and Facebook shares included a 1,072 Bell Aliant customers gathered at the Halifax Metro Centre. These folks were able to set a new Guinness World Record for...
The Globe and Mail has conducted a survey asking customers what the wireless industry needs to change. The following are the top five complaints from the over 500 readers surveyed in regards to the CRTC's plan to implement a wireless code for our carriers to adhere to. 1. Prices need regulation - 93% of respondents...
