Help wanted: CRTC vice-chair, telecom and Ontario regional commissioner

OTTAWA - With vice-chairman, telecom Len Katz’s term expiring October 11 and former Ontario commissioner Rita Cugini gone since April, the CRTC will find itself without Ontario representation in just days. But at least the federal government finally got around to posting the positions on Monday. The ideal candidate for the vice-chairperson (telecommunications) position must possess: “extensive knowledge of the legislative framework and mandate of the CRTC and other relevant federal legislation. Knowledge of the regulatory and technological environments in which the broadcasting, telecommunications and digital media sectors operate in Canada and abroad is necessary. … Should have an understanding...