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CRTC Orders Canadian Carriers to Improve Cellphone Coverage Maps

First reported by iPhone in Canada at · Updated · 2 sources

Canada's telecom regulator has revised how wireless providers report network coverage data to it, following a public consultation. The aim is to give customers more accurate maps of where cellphone service is available and where gaps remain. The regulator announced the new approach on Friday, according to both iPhone in Canada and MobileSyrup.

  • The change covers how wireless service providers submit cellular network data to the CRTC.
  • The new approach followed a public consultation, per both publishers.
  • Customers are the intended beneficiaries, with clearer information on coverage gaps.

Reporting2

iPhone in Canada CRTC Orders Canadian Carriers to Improve Cellphone Coverage Maps · John Quintet
MobileSyrup CRTC to make it easier to learn about phone coverage availability · Bradly Shankar