The CRTC has set interim rates for what smaller internet providers will have to pay to use the established fibre networks of their larger rivals.
The pricing comes as the national telecoms regulator works to expand nationally a mandate already in two provinces requiring the big telecom companies to share their fibre networks.
“Today’s decision will provide Canadians with new options for Internet, television, home phone and smart home services,” said Vicky Eatrides, CEO of the CRTC in a statement.
“We are already seeing competitors using fibre access to bring new offers in Ontario and Quebec, and we look forward to this broader access benefiting even more Canadians.”…