Phones Canada is excited to share the latest news from Freedom Mobile, a subsidiary of Quebecor. Just over a year after acquiring Freedom Mobile in April 2023, Quebecor has met all nine commitments made by its subsidiary Videotron to Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada (ISED). Here are some key highlights of the progress report submitted by Quebecor:
- Mobility Price Freeze Guarantee: Quebecor maintained the same wireless prices for Freedom Mobile customers, leading to a 26.6% drop in the Consumer Price Index for wireless services.
- Expansion of Services: Freedom Mobile extended its services to Manitoba and other regions through Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) agreements. Low-cost 5G plans were introduced, including a $19 plan for 1 GB and a $39 plan for 20 GB of data in Canada with unlimited talk and text.
- Canada-wide Plans: Freedom launched its first-ever Canada-wide mobile plan with U.S. roaming, offering 40 GB for $50 per month.
- Affordable Plans: In July 2023, Freedom introduced affordable 4G and 5G nationwide plans starting at $19 per month for 4G plans and $45 per month for 5G plans.
- Network Expansion: Quebecor invested in technology to expand its reach, with the 4G network now reaching 24 million Canadians and the 5G network reaching 13 million.
Quebecor’s commitment to enhancing user experience across Canada is further solidified by its $299 million investment in acquiring spectrum in the 3800 MHz band. This investment aims to strengthen competition for the benefit of all Canadian consumers.
The nine commitments outlined by Quebecor include maintaining plan pricing, promoting competition, extending business plans, preserving jobs, investing in technology, and acquiring spectrum. These initiatives have not only benefited customers but also improved connectivity options across Canada.
Freedom Mobile’s competitive plans have set a new standard in the telecommunications industry. The aggressive pricing of $29/20GB and $34/50GB Canada-US plans has been unmatched by other major brands. It’s clear that Freedom Mobile is dedicated to providing affordable and reliable services to its customers.
Stay tuned as Phones Canada continues to bring you updates on the latest developments in the telecommunications industry!
