QSA's Week in Telecoms (#7, 2025)
Satellite policy framework published; SAR technology funding announced; CBC/Radio-Canada's role clarified.
Start Date: 2025-02-15
End Date: 2025-02-21
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Canada's New Satellite Spectrum Policy
On February 20, 2025, the Canadian government released a new spectrum policy to advance wireless services via satellites. Announced by the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, François-Philippe Champagne, this policy aims to enhance telecom services' reliability, especially in underserved areas. The initiative aims to improve access to emergency services and expand wireless coverage in rural and remote communities. Commercial services, starting with text messaging, are expected later this year.
Sources: Announcements: www.canada.ca
Investment in Search and Rescue Technology
Public Safety Canada has allocated $46,408 to the Association des Radioamateurs de l'Abitibi-Témiscamingue for a project focused on enhancing search and rescue operations. Announced on February 19, 2025, by Minister Harjit Singh Sajjan, this funding supports a two-year initiative to create a real-time information-sharing platform. This network, independent of commercial infrastructure, will improve SAR operations by tracking teams and sharing critical data in remote areas.
Sources: Announcements: www.canada.ca
