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YouTube Premium Lite Expands to Canada with Cheaper Price

YouTube launched a cheaper ad-free Premium Lite plan back in early March for those in the United States, and this week, Google announced this offering is now rolling out in Canada and other expansion countries. On Monday, Google announced in an update on its forums, "We’re happy to share that we’re expanding Premium Lite to...

Apple Canada Launches iPhone Trade-In Bonus Worth Up to $885

Apple Canada has kicked off a new trade-in promotion starting today, May 22, offering extra credit to customers who trade in their old iPhones. The limited-time offer runs through June 18, 2025, and applies to those trading in an iPhone 12 or newer. We are about four months away from an expected iPhone 17 series...

Québec Bill Targets Netflix, Streamers on French Content

Québec is pushing forward legislation that could directly impact how streaming platforms like Netflix operate in the province. Bill 109, introduced by Culture and Communications Minister Mathieu Lacombe, would require digital platforms and device makers to prioritize French-language content by default in Québec. The proposed law, titled the Act respecting the discoverability of French-language cultural...

B.C. Adding New Area Code Starting This Week

A new area code is set to launch in British Columbia this week. Starting Saturday, May 24, the 257 area code will be added to regions already served by area codes 236, 250, 604, 672, and 778. Traditionally, the area code 250 represents Vancouver Island and 604 for the Lower Mainland, but times sure have...