CRTC probing how to get emergency alerts to underserved areas

By Ahmad Hathout The CRTC is probing how to get emergency alerts to areas that do not have at least LTE/4G networks. The commission is contemplating broadening the distribution of these alerts on 3G networks and is floating the creation and operation of a downloadable national mobile application. The current system broadcasts the alerts on television, radio and to mobile devices connected only to 4G and newer (5G) wireless networks. “While persons without access to may still be able to receive public alerts through broadcasting undertakings or other means, the Commission is seeking comments on the possibilities for enabling Canadians...