CRTC executes first-ever warrant during telemarketing investigation

OTTAWA–GATINEAU – The CRTC teamed up with Peel Regional Police Services in Ontario on Tuesday to enter and inspect a property in Brampton as part of an ongoing investigation of a “significant telemarketing operation”.The Commission said Friday that the inspection warrant, a first of its kind for the CRTC, was granted by an Ontario Justice of the Peace. Declining to comment on the active investigation or to name the individuals or companies under investigation, the CRTC pledged to publicize the results if it issues a settlement or issues a notice of violation or citation.It did say, however, that this company...