US EditionCRTC delays implementation of next-generation 911 service for two years
- The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission has delayed the implementation of next-generation 911 service for two years, now set for March 2027, acknowledging that Canadians will have to wait longer for enhancements.
- The CRTC stated that the delay is necessary to ensure uninterrupted access to emergency services, preventing risks to public safety.
- Only three of Canada’s 242 emergency services call centres have launched next-generation services, and most are expected to complete the transition by the end of 2026.
- Michael Wood expressed frustration with the CRTC's repeated extensions of the deadline, emphasizing the need for modern communication methods in emergencies.
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CRTC Delays Implementation of Next-Generation 911 Service for Two Years
Next-generation 911 service—which would allow Canadians to send texts or video to summon help—won’t be implemented for another two years. The CRTC had set Tuesday as the date for transitioning to next-generation 911 but the telecom regulator now says it has moved that deadline to March 2027. In a Friday decision, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) acknowledged the delay means “Canadians will have to wait longe…
Canada’s escalating telecom feud
The push from Ottawa for the CRTC to reconsider increasing internet competition couldn’t come at a worse time. Photo Credit: Pexels. Canadians want more competition when it comes to internet access and pricing. But Ottawa might be trying to stand in the way. Here’s the deal: in most areas of the country, consumers have just two major internet providers to choose from. The CRTC, Canada’s telecommunications regulator, has long argued that it is …
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