Government Stands By CRTC's Mandatory Fibre Network Access Decision
Industry Minister Mélanie Joly has confirmed that the government will uphold a CRTC decision mandating wholesale access to fibre networks. This ruling, which allows smaller providers access to the 'last mile' Internet connections of Bell, Rogers, and Telus in Ontario and Quebec, is now facing legal challenges and raising crucial questions about competition and investment in the telecom sector.
The CRTC's decision, intended to foster competition, has sparked debate. Three key questions have emerged: Should access be restricted to smaller, independent providers? Would granting Telus mandated access benefit or hinder competition? What impact will this have on network investment decisions?
Bell and Rogers contend that granting wholesale access could decrease their potential investment returns. However, the Competition Bureau submission suggests that granting access in new markets might stimulate competition.
The government's decision to maintain the CRTC's ruling on fibre network access has been met with protests from major telecom operators like Bell Canada, Rogers Communications, and Telus. As the policy faces legal challenges and raises significant questions about competition and investment, the future of Canada's telecom landscape remains uncertain.
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