The CRTC announced measures to enhance competition in Canada’s Internet market by granting competitors access to large telephone companies’ fibre networks. Starting in February 2025, this decision aims to lower prices and offer more choices for high-speed Internet.
The move follows a public proceeding revealing declining competition in the market. While supporting competition, the CRTC is also seeking continued investments in fibre networks by allowing new builds to be exclusive for five years before opening them to competitors. Rates for fibre access will be finalized by the end of 2024.
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