Cable / Telecom News

Saskatchewan adopts cell recycling program

REGINA – Add Saskatchewan to the list of provinces participating in the industry-led recycling program for old cellphones. The free program, initiated by the Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association, helps consumers… Continue Reading

New cell phone rate calculator debuts

TORONTO – A free, statically calculated on-line cell phone rate calculator is promising to save consumers time and money while raising money for charity organizations. The site www.cellphoneratecalculator.com aims to simplify… Continue Reading

Cogeco rolls out new home phone packages

MONTREAL – Cogeco Cable has added three new service packages to its home phone service. The ‘basic line’ package includes unlimited local calling; the ‘select’ package includes unlimited local calling,… Continue Reading

Shaw, Shaw Direct add new programming

CALGARY – Shaw Cable and its satellite brethren Shaw Direct added a number of new programming services to their respective lineups this week. Shaw Direct will launch History HD later this… Continue Reading

CableLabs trials new advertising on cable

LOUISVILLE, CO – A select group of U.S. cable and programming executives saw first hand demonstrations of end-to-end interoperability for a variety of ad formats, some with addressable advertising. The… Continue Reading

Shaw overhauls VOD website

CALGARY – Shaw has re-launched its video-on-demand website to make it easier for its customers to order movies and sporting events In addition to the new look and feel, Shaw… Continue Reading