Cable / Telecom News

New bird coming for Telesat

OTTAWA – With an expected launch in late 2015, Telesat said today it has purchased a new multi-mission satellite from European manufacturer Astrium that will replace Telesat’s Telstar 12… Continue Reading

Bell looks to raise $1B

MONTREAL – Bell Canada has announced the public offering of $1 billion of MTN debentures in two series pursuant to its medium term notes (MTN) program. The $400 million 3.50%… Continue Reading

Telus warns of international lottery scam

VANCOUVER – Telus is warning Canadians about an international lottery scam being sent via letter mail to residents of British Columbia, Alberta and Manitoba, falsely claiming an association with… Continue Reading

Ericsson wraps up Telcocell purchase

TORONTO – Ericsson has finalized its purchase of Canadian consulting and systems integration company Telcocell. The deal, announced in July, includes approximately 200 Telcocell services employees and consultants based in… Continue Reading