OTTAWA – The CRTC has asked for comments as it ponders an exemption order respecting satellite relay distribution undertakings (SRDUs), and on the transport of Canadian pay and specialty services by SRDUs, whether licensed or exempt.SRDUs are licensed undertakings that generally function as wholesalers by transporting broadcasting services and making those services available to broadcasting distribution undertakings (BDUs), which then offer them to subscribers. Canada currently has two licensed SRDUs - Shaw Satellite Services Inc., and Bell ExpressVu.The Commission said Friday that it would like industry feedback on the following questions: - Should the Commission exempt SRDUs from licensing requirements, or...
