Skinny TV package rules

AI summary

Petitioners ask the government to direct the CRTC to ensure entry-level "skinny" TV packages (capped at $25/month) are clearly promoted, banned from mandatory bundling, offer simple opt-in/out, and face monitoring with annual provider reporting.

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Official petition

Petition to the Government of Canada The CRTC requires entry-level "skinny" TV packages at no more than $25/month (excluding equipment), but awareness and uptake remain low; Many providers still bundle these packages with other services, add hidden fees, or fail to promote them prominently, making them hard to access for those on fixed incomes; and Seniors and low-income Canadians often remain un aware of these options, leading to unnecessary financial burden. We, the undersigned, citizens and residents of Canada, call upon the Government of Canada to: 1. Direct the CRTC to require clear and prominent marketing of skinny packages across all sales channels (online, in-store, phone); 2. Prohibit bundling skinny packages with other services or removing discounts when chosen alone; 3. Mandate simple opt-in and opt-out mechanisms both in-store and online; 4. Establish CRTC monitoring and promotion of these packages targeted at vulnerable populations; and 5. Require annual reporting from providers on uptake rates, pricing, and complaints.

Government response

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