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How are Internet Service Providers responding to the COVID-19 crisis?

by Rodrigo Samayoa on March 20th, 2020
ISPs are playing a key role as millions of people stay at home
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BC just released their report on the cell phone affordability consultations. What’s next?

by Rodrigo Samayoa on November 21st, 2019
The BC government has released a report on cell phone contract that will shock no one.
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Where do the parties stand on Internet and Privacy issues?

by Rodrigo Samayoa on October 17th, 2019
With the election just days away, voters are getting ready to vote. But, where do the parties stand on Internet and privacy issues?
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Will this be the election that breaks up the Big Three?

by Rodrigo Samayoa on September 25th, 2019
The winner of this election will determine whether Canada’s telecom oligopoly continues to rule or makes way for new competitors and lower prices.
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This election is an opportunity to rethink Canada’s digital future

by Rodrigo Samayoa on September 09th, 2019
Canada’s telecommunications system is going through a major overhaul, and the next government will decide what direction we go in.
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BREAKING: New CRTC Announcement means more choice and cheaper Internet prices for Canadians

by Rodrigo Samayoa on August 15th, 2019
By lowering wholesale broadband Internet rates, the CRTC is lowering barriers for small Internet providers to enter the market!
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British Columbians spoke out by the thousands calling for better cell phone plans

by Rodrigo Samayoa on July 10th, 2019
The B.C. government’s survey on cell phone contracts was a huge opportunity for cell phone users. Here’s how the OpenMedia community rallied to speak out for bold change.
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B.C. government to tackle bad cell phone deals: let’s add to the pressure

by Rodrigo Samayoa on June 21st, 2019
This is B.C.’s chance to get Canada’s best cell phone customer protections
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OpenMedia Community-Funded Poll Reveals 75% of Canadians Support Right to Repair!

by Rodrigo Samayoa on June 12th, 2019
With an election nearing, our federal candidates should be looking at the widespread support for national Right to Repair legislation.
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When Did We Lose The Right To Repair The Stuff We Buy?

by Rodrigo Samayoa on May 03rd, 2019
Remember the days when you could extend the life of computers, phones, vacuum cleaners and washing machines? Maybe it’s time to reestablish our right to repair. 
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