Canadian consumers will win under government's proposed policy direction to the CRTC

TORONTO, Feb. 27, 2019 /CNW/ - Distributel Communications Limited commends the federal government and the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) for proposing a consumer-focused policy direction to the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC.)

"Yesterday's announcement is tremendous news for Canadian consumers, who are looking for competitive choice and affordability when it comes to wireless, internet, television, and phone services," said Matt Stein, CEO of Distributel. "Consumers will win when their interests are prioritized in policy considerations."

ISED ha issued a proposed policy direction to the CRTC aimed at promoting competition, affordability, consumer interests, and innovation. The policy direction will provide Canadian consumers with the choice in telecommunications service options that they deserve.

"Achieving a truly competitive telecommunications marketplace is the best way to ensure that Canadians have access to the benefits of consumer choice as well as innovative and differentiated services that not only meet, but respond to their needs," said Mr. Stein. "The proposed policy direction represents another strong measure taken by Minister Bains to ensure Canadian telecommunications policy serves to promote competition, innovation and the interests of Canadian consumers."

A longstanding advocate for fair access to the wholesale services of the large national incumbent providers, Distributel is pleased that the Government of Canada has taken this important step in ensuring and prioritizing greater competitive choice to benefit Canadian consumers.

About Distributel Communications Limited
Established in 1988, Distributel is a leading national, independent telecommunications provider offering a wide range of business and residential communications services. 100% Canadian-owned, with offices across the country and a national network, Distributel continues to forge new partnerships and bring innovative solutions to market directly and through a thriving wholesale division. ThinkTel, the Business Services Division of Distributel, is a provider of advanced voice and data services for the SMB and Enterprise markets throughout Canada. TV services provided through Zazeen Inc., an IPTV service provider that operates in Ontario and Quebec. As a top Microsoft Solutions Partner and a Cisco PMP, the Business Services division is focused on driving industry innovation. For more information, visit: www.distributel.ca 

SOURCE Distributel Communications Limited

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