Are you curious about the recent discussions surrounding wireless prices in Canada? Let’s break it down for you in a professional yet friendly manner:

– Recently, the CEOs of Rogers, Telus, and Bell virtually attended a meeting with the House of Commons industry committee to address the increase in wireless and internet prices.
– Rogers announced a potential $5 price hike for non-contract wireless customers, sparking a debate on telco service costs in Canada.
– While Bell did not confirm similar increases, they emphasized their commitment to lowering expenses. Telus expressed confidence in future price reductions without specifying how.
– Rogers defended their decision to raise prices, targeting customers with older plans to provide them with more valuable alternatives.
– Data from Statistics Canada showed a 16.4% drop in wireless prices from January 2023 to January 2024 compared to the Consumer Price Index for all items.
– The Canadian Telecommunications Association refuted claims of having the most expensive telecom prices globally, citing lower prices compared to the U.S. and Japan for entry-level 5G plans.
– Federal NDP leader Jagmeet Singh expressed concerns about high cell/internet bills in Canada, advocating for controlling corporate greed to lower prices.

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