CRTC questions benefits test in advance of vertical integration hearing

OTTAWA – The CRTC has added another matter for consideration to its widely anticipated hearing into vertical integration.On Tuesday, the Commission asked for comments on whether benefits tests in the case of transfers of ownership or changes in control of distribution undertakings should be upheld. Comments are due by April 27, and the hearing is set for June 20, 2011.www.crtc.gc.ca