Telecommunications companies to offer more flexible roaming options in Canada
- Canada's major telecom companies have promised to enhance flexible international roaming options beginning in early 2025.
- The CRTC has urged these companies to detail their actions to address rising cellphone fees and concerns from consumers.
- The planned changes aim to provide more affordability for Canadian travellers while disputing the need for regulatory intervention.
In response to concerns raised by the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC), major Canadian telecommunications companies have stated their intention to improve international roaming options for customers. The CRTC warned the companies, including Bell Canada, Rogers Communications Inc., and Telus Corp., to provide details regarding their actions against rising mobile fees. While these companies argue that their current rates are competitive, the CRTC seeks significant changes in the market. As part of their commitments, Bell and Rogers plan to introduce tailored plans for international roaming by early 2025, aiming to address the ongoing consumer complaints about high roaming fees. These new offerings will provide Canadian travellers with enhanced flexibility and lower costs while abroad.