OTTAWA – With next-generation 9-1-1 (NG9-1-1) services still about two years away, the CRTC is seeking comments on NG9-1-1 network design efficiencies.
The Commission said Monday that it will hold a proceeding to examine recommendations made in a recent report from from NG9-1-1 stakeholders, such as roles and responsibilities related to the provision of location information servers and customer information databases, NG9-1-1 network components that could be shared, and efficient interconnection arrangements.
Interventions are due by April 25, 2018 and should address the specific questions contained in the CRTC’s call for comments and include supporting rationale.
“As a result of this proceeding, the Commission may impose obligations on some or all (telecommunications service providers), including NG9-1-1 network providers, whether or not they choose to actively participate in this proceeding”, reads Telecom Notice of Consultation CRTC 2018-105.
NG 9-1-1 is a term used to describe more technologically advanced 9-1-1 services, such as the ability to send text messages, photos and videos to 9-1-1 operators, as well as dialing. While Text with 9-1-1 is already widely available to Canadians who are Deaf, hard of hearing, or speech impaired, it is not yet available to the general public.
