Press Releases
List of our press releases, in reverse chronological order.
OpenMedia announces new Executive Director
OpenMedia is pleased to announce the selection of Laura Tribe as its new Executive Director.
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As Canadians continue to ‘cut the cord, advocates urge CRTC to end data caps
New information published by the CRTC reveals that 200,000 Canadians ‘cut the cord’ on traditional TV services from 2014 to 2015
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CRTC upholds Canadians’ right to access fibre Internet through independent providers
Decision will ensure that smaller indie ISPs can offer next generation fibre Internet on a level playing field with the large telcos
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Public determined to have their say, as key parliamentary TPP hearings arrive in Toronto
Following pressure from civic society groups, members of the public will now have one hour to present their views on the TPP at Toronto hearing on Friday
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BCE-Manitoba Telecom deal will drive up wireless prices and ensure less choice for Canadians
Erosion of choice bad for customers in Manitoba and furthers BCE control over the national market
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Achievable roadmap to ensure affordable Internet for all Canadians presented to CRTC on final day of crucial hearings
Feedback from over 40,000 people delivered to CRTC, calling for action to ensure 100% of Canadians have affordable, high-speed Internet access
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Speech from Commissioner Oettinger signals continued movement towards innovation-killing link tax in new copyright consultation
News websites, businesses and Internet users could face “Link Tax 2.0” as Commission hints at expansion of controversial legislative measures
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Parties Argue for Disclosure of Documents About “Stringray” Surveillance Devices
Submissions to B.C. Information & Privacy Commissioner Inquiry call for Accountability for use of Mass Surveillance Tools
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Budget 2016 investment of up to $500 million in rural Internet is welcome, but should be used to build open access networks, not as a handout for Big Telecom
Announced investment is a welcome start, but the devil will be in the details
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Expanding the scope of CCTS telecom complaints body should help customers push back against mistreatment from Big Telecom
TV customers to benefit from a clearer, more effective complaints resolution process
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