Cable / Telecom News

Shaw donates $60,000 to Kids Help Phone

TORONTO – Kids Help Phone announced today it will enhance the organization’s online counselling services with the help of a $60,000 grant provided by Shaw Communications. "Young people want… Continue Reading

White Radio turns to blue

BURLINGTON – The telecom division of distributor White Radio announced Monday a new distribution agreement with blueC 802 Inc. The Waterloo company specializes in intelligent digital recording and mobile… Continue Reading

Rogers expands local calling area

OTTAWA – Rogers Cable will expand its local calling area in the Ottawa-Gatineau region on Monday. Calls previously classified as long distance in the region will now be free… Continue Reading

Assheton-Smith launches own business

OTTAWA – Former Canadian Cable Telecommunications Association senior vice-president and general counsel, Lori Assheton-Smith has launched her own business. This week she made official the establishment… Continue Reading

Cogeco upgrades Internet speeds

MONTREAL – Cogeco Cable today upgraded its high-speed Internet (HSI) service to handle up to 7 Mpbs in all its service areas. The cableco is increasing the combined upload… Continue Reading

Rogers to air World Cup broadcasts

TORONTO – Rogers Communications has signed a deal to bring FIFA World Cup coverage to Canadians this summer. Rogers has an agreement with Infront Sports & Media, FIFA’s global… Continue Reading