Bram Abramson named Ontario commissioner for CRTC

OTTAWA -- Bram Abramson is the CRTC's next commissioner representing Ontario, Canadian Heritage announced today. The lawyer with over 20 years of experience in the communications and technology industries will complete the nine-person commission when he takes his position on February 15 for a five-year term. The vacancy was created by the exit of Monique Lafontaine. "Bram Abramson's extensive experience in law and telecommunications will be a great asset in his role as CRTC Ontario Regional Commissioner," Heritage Minister Pablo Rodriguez said in a press release. "The CRTC's regional commissioners ensure that the tribunal's scope encompasses the entire country, thereby...