How do Canada’s independent communication providers stay competitive against industry giants? We talk to Sheri Somerville, CEO of the Canadian Communication Systems Alliance (CCSA), the association behind the annual CCSA CONNECT conference, and Board Chair Chris Marett (CEO, Novus Entertainment) about the organization's goals to create shared value for its diverse membership of Internet, TV, and Telephone providers. Somerville reflects on her two-year tenure as they tackle the biggest pressures facing independents today. Hear their insights on the necessity of advocacy and policy to create a level playing field, adapting to new tech like Wi-Fi 7, and harnessing AI to build a more nimble future. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on Cartt.ca - The Podcast, we’re joined by Jeffrey Maddox, President of Nokia Canada, as the company marks 40 years in Canada and the 100th anniversary of Nokia Bell Labs.

Unleashing the Potential of Connected Vehicles, Autonomous Driving, and Smart Transportation with Ericsson 5G Innovation.

A conversation with Yasir Hussain, CTO of Ericsson Canada on the need for advanced public safety networks in Canada.

Cartt.ca | The Podcast - Featured today, in the first extended podcast conversation of her Commission mandate, is Vicky Eatrides, Chairperson and Chief Executive Officer of the CRTC. Coming to the job with an impressive toolkit of practicing regulatory law in the private sector, a raft of undeniably key assignments with the Competition Board of Canada, and even skills in enforcing criminal provisions and criminal investigations, Eatrides presents a clear and determined vision of what needs to be done… and the sooner the better. Join Contributing Editor, Bill Roberts, as together they review Eatrides’ top three “must do” priorities, plus the inherited challenges of bargaining process delay in telecom matters, Mobile Virtual Network Operator policy implementation (cellphone competition), her keen push for greater consumer-friendly internet rivalry, improvements to the CRTC Broadband Fund, the particular needs of Northern Canada, the Commission’s role with the Online News and Online Steaming Acts, anti-scam compliance & enforcement, the Chairperson’s thoughtful prognosis for overall regulatory work in the coming year, and - importantly - what Eatrides personally hopes defines her record and success at the end of this 5-year term.

First there was TV itself, then colour TV, then our HDTV… but now there’s “NextGen TV" -- the next major shift in television with a new digital format promising 4K video, immersive audio, and a host of other consumer and business benefits.

Exclusive End Of Term Podcast With Exiting CRTC Chair & CEO Ian Scott: The Definitive Conversation

By Bill Roberts WHILE MANY NORTH AMERICANS might think social media has a mostly negative effect on society, Jeanette Irekvist (below) vice-president and head of Ericsson Canada, is convincingly seeing the glass as more than half full. Indeed, she and Ericsson believe 5G is here to unlock a world of possibilities to improve the human... Read more » See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For a transcript of the podcast, please scroll down. By Bill Roberts THE RICK HANSEN FOUNDATION promotes a poignant rubric that “One in five Canadians is living with a disability… Thankfully, five in five Canadians can help improve accessibility for all!”. And, for our Canadian media industry, that is precisely what this important Cartt.ca exclusive podcast... Read more » See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

By Bill Roberts A LOT CAN happen when you go to theatre school. For example, you can end up with the Order of Canada, an honorary Maverick Award, be designated as one of the 20 Most Powerful Women in Global TV, and cap it off with a “back home” Saskatchewan Order of Merit. Say hello... Read more » See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

By Bill Roberts This is the second part of a two-part series – for part one, please click here. IQALUIT – With part two of this two-part Cartt.ca special with Madeleine Redfern, the exploration of our North’s vital Internet needs for growth, defence, and economic reconciliation continues. Redfern (pictured below, centre, with Livete Ataguyuk, head... Read more » See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

By Bill Roberts IQALUIT – Norway, no slouch when it comes to successful innovation and widespread prosperity, has made it clear – the North is their future. Indeed, Norwegian Prime Minister Erna Solberg, claims “the High North will be Norway’s most important strategic priority in the years ahead… giving priority to knowledge-based business development, innovation... Read more » See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Both during the pandemic, less than a year apart  By Bill Roberts CHRIS WILSON, THE CBC’s executive director of sports and Olympics, is described in an online posting as “a self-propelled leader with an entrepreneurial style”. With a diverse and successful background ranging from swim coach to real-estate agent, to (my favourite) the founder of... Read more » See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

By Bill Roberts OTTAWA – Well, I’ve met the closest person to the Dos Equis “The Most Interesting Man in the World” – and in Ottawa no less! Dan Goldberg (below), president and CEO of Telesat, was described by The Ottawa Business Awards as not only its “The CEO of the Year”, but as someone... Read more » See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Members of the #Winnipeg City Council debated decriminalization of drugs in our community. #ForABetterWpg #wpgpoli See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kevin Klein speaks at #Winnipeg City Council asking colleagues to send a development back because residents were not properly informed. #wpgpoli #ForABetterWpg #mbpoli #development See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kevin Klein speaks about the motion to keep the mask requirement in place at #Winnipeg City Hall after the Public Health Orders are lifted. #ForABetterWpg #wpgpoli #mbpoli See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Allegations of financial mismanagement at the City of #Winnipeg once again. Some City Councillors are calling for meetings, but are they really going to fix the real problem? #ForABetterWpg #wpgpoli #mbpoli See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

By Bill Roberts CANADIAN ARTIST GINALINA’S album Small but Mighty, a three-time Juno nominee and four-time Canadian Folk Music nominee, speaks to potential, to making the world a better place for all, to diversity, to inspiring the young and creative… These same themes run through Cartt.ca’s latest podcast, featuring Joy Loewen (pictured below), president and... Read more » See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kevin Klein asked for support in taking real to address the noise and disruptions of #Winnipeg streets. #ForABetterWpg #wpgpoli #cdnpoli #mbpoli See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.