Canadians now have more choice when it comes to picking TV channels and services.
As of December 1st, all licensed service providers must offer all optional channels on a pick-and-pay basis. They must also offer small packages of up to 10 channels.
You can choose one channel, you can choose small packages of channels, or you can chose large packages.
“We’ll be closely monitoring how television service providers are implementing the new TV choices and if they’re following the best practices we have identified,” said CRTC chairman Jean-Pierre Blais. “We have renewed the licences of most providers for a one-year term.
“Next year, when those licences are up for renewal, we will not hesitate to take action if any provider doesn’t conform to the established policy or respect Canadian consumers and their right to choice.”
Since March 1st, 2016, all licensed TV providers were instructed to offer a basic package priced at no more than $25 a month.
"Canadians will have greater flexibility in choosing how they subscribe to TV services,” said Blais. “We have set out best practices for television service providers and created online tools to help Canadians navigate this new world.
“We encourage Canadians to shop around, as some providers are offering consumer-friendly options that include a basic TV package at less than $25 per month."
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Even cheaper TV packages coming to Canada Dec. 1
