CBC: 'Internet is the only lifeline they have': Canada needs to confront 'digital divide' amid COVID-19 crisis Social Sharing
'When we're saying this is a basic service, we need to prioritize it,’ advocate says
Digital Access to Opportunities
Rabble.ca: Fighting for digital equity, in Canada and beyond
Equitable access to the internet is a communication right.
URGENT ACTION: Rent Freeze / Suspension of Rent & End NSF Fees & Internet for All!
The Government of Canada released the Economic Response Plan to deal with the crisis due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The response is timely as it lays out a range of benefits for Canadians as well as businesses to stay afloat in these extremely challenging times. See here for Summary of Federal Stimulus Package
Tricity News: Advocates say Canada's telecom prices still too high for low income consumers
An advocate for low income consumers told a CRTC hearing Tuesday that Canada's telecom companies are using "magic math" that exaggerates how much their mobile data prices have dropped in recent years.
Mobile Syrup: ‘Coalition for Cheaper Wireless Service’ argues for mandated low-cost plan
The proposed plan would be for seniors and low-income Canadians
Members door knock for justice #FordFightback
As part of its monthly Ford Fight Back series, ACORN members across Hamilton, Ottawa and Toronto got together and knocked on doors in Doug Ford's home turf!
Mississauga.com: Internet and cellphone affordability on the ballot for Mississauga–Malton voters
Residents looking to elect government that helps reduce telecom costs
ACORN Votes: The People's Platform
ACORN Canada's Federal Platform
Lethbridge Herald: Web access for all should be priority
Posted on 28 August 2019
Gov’t should ensure internet is available to all Canadians regardless of income
Way back in 2001, former federal industry minister Brian Tobin argued that the government should spend $4 billion to make sure households across the entire country had access to the internet.
Toronto Star: Internet access for all should be a promise made by all political parties in the upcoming federal election
According to a study released recently by the advocacy group, ACORN Canada, the high cost of internet access is still leaving low-income families behind.