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Everyone encouraged to report on telecom sales practices as CRTC opens public inquiry

Consumers, employees, stakeholders encouraged to come forwardOTTAWA – Canadians who have been on the receiving end of misleading or aggressive retail sales practices from the country’s telecommunication companies will now have the opportunity to tell their story to the CRTC. We suppose those who've had good experiences can also tell their stories, too, should the urge strike them.The Commission said Monday it is kicking off an inquiry on whether high-pressure and unsavoury sales tactics are used by Canada’s large telecommunications service providers.  It wants to hear from consumers - including those who are vulnerable due to their age, a disability,...