Changes Are A'Comin'

[Larry's Torch]

On June 12, 2026, a major change to cell phone and internet services in Canada will take effect. The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) has banned telecom providers from charging activation, modification, or cancellation fees for cellphone and internet plans. This rule, established under Telecom Decision CRTC 2026-43, aims to make it easier and more affordable for consumers to switch providers or change plans without facing unexpected costs.

Key points:

• Fees for activating, changing, or cancelling a plan are prohibited.
• The ban applies to all wireless providers, regardless of size.
• Early-cancellation fees related to outstanding device financing or subsidized phone agreements are still allowed.
• Providers can still charge for physical installation or optional add-on services.

This change follows amendments to the Telecommunications Act that came into force on October 30, 2025.


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[sybian]

On June 12, 2026, a major change to cell phone and internet services in Canada will take effect. The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) has banned telecom providers from charging activation, modification, or cancellation fees for cellphone and internet plans. This rule, established under Telecom Decision CRTC 2026-43, aims to make it easier and more affordable for consumers to switch providers or change plans without facing unexpected costs.

Key points:

• Fees for activating, changing, or cancelling a plan are prohibited.
• The ban applies to all wireless providers, regardless of size.
• Early-cancellation fees related to outstanding device financing or subsidized phone agreements are still allowed.
• Providers can still charge for physical installation or optional add-on services.

This change follows amendments to the Telecommunications Act that came into force on October 30, 2025.


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"Providers can still charge for physical installation"....that kinda sounds familiar.
But we may not be talking about the same thing?