Cable / Telecom News

MTS hits century mark

WINNIPEG - Just after midnight one hundred years ago Wednesday, the company that has since become MTS Allstream, came into existence under the name Manitoba Government Telephones, initially established to... Continue Reading

Emergis shareholders okay Telus offer

VANCOUVER and MONTREAL - Telus and Emergis will soon be one. The companies today announced that a total of approximately 84,876,494 common shares of Emergis representing approximately 94% of the... Continue Reading

Bell launches new HD receiver

TORONTO – Bell Canada today announced the availability of the 6141 High Definition (HD) satellite receiver. "Growing consumer appetite for HDTVs is driving increased demand for HD services," said Kevin... Continue Reading

Kenora council approves telecom sale

KENORA – Bell Aliant will expand further west as Kenora City Council has approved the big telco’s $27 million purchase offer for the Kenora Municipal Telephone System, as reported by... Continue Reading