Cable / Telecom News

2008 new wireless spectrum auction


OTTAWA – Industry Canada has set the wheels in motion for a wireless bandwidth spectrum auction in early 2008. Maxime Bernier, Minister of Industry, on Friday announced the launch of a public consultation on a framework to auction spectrum in the 2-GHz range, including spectrum for advanced wireless services. This consultation is the first step in a process leading to an auction of spectrum licences, anticipated to occur in early 2008. A total of 105 MHz of spectrum will be made available. "Advanced wireless services are vital communication resources for building a strong networked economy in Canada," said Bernier, in...