MobileSyrup: Rogers, Bell, Telus to CRTC: no evidence of widespread sales practice problem
The Big Three have doubled down on their argument that there is no unsavoury sales problem in Canada’s telecom industry
Digital Access to Opportunities
The Globe and Mail: Topping the list of must-have school supplies: internet access
One in four Toronto children lives in poverty, but programs to make the internet accessible to low-income people are full of holes.
Mobile Syrup: Rogers, Bell, Telus refute unsavoury telecom sales practice claims in CRTC submissions
Canada’s Big Three carriers claimed that the country’s existing rules are enough to protect telecom consumers.
ACORN Newsletter August 2018
ACORN members are getting re-organized in Whalley/Guildford
Members in the Whalley/Guildford area got together to identify key concerns in the community.
New report shows the links between digital equity and health
Thirty-two BC ACORN members have contributed to important research exploring the health-related uses and benefits of internet access.
The "Digital Equity and Health" report found that many participants use the internet for specific health reasons, including:
Ottawa ACORN member: "Internet should be a basic need, rather than a privilege."
ACORN member Norma-Jean Quibell talks to CFRA about the Internet for All victory
VICTORY! $80 million in savings for low-income families with $10/month internet but our campaign will continue
Posted June 8, 2018
News 95.7: Nova Scotia ACORN disappointed Eastlink opts out of $10/month internet
After Minister Bains announced $10/month internet for low income parents, Nova Scotia ACORN members are deeply disappointed as Eastlink opts out.
CKBW: Atlantic Canadian Telecom Company Opts Out Of Affordable Internet Initiative
An Atlantic Canadian telecom company has opted out of a new program aimed at getting low income families on affordable high speed internet plans.