CPC-2-0-15 - Canadian Ownership and Control

Issue 2
August 2007

Spectrum Management and Telecommunications Policy

Client Procedures Circular

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This document has been developed to provide general information on elements commonly considered in an ownership and control reviews conducted by Industry Canada. An assessment of compliance with eligibility requirements by a radiocommunication carrier is carried out on a case-by-case basis, as each situation is unique and raises particular issues and concerns.

Entities operating as radiocommunication users or radiocommunication service providers are not subject to Canadian ownership and control requirements but they must comply on an ongoing basis with the eligibility criteria outlined in subsection 9(1) of the Regulations⁷.

Preface

Client Procedures Circulars describe the various procedures or processes to be followed by the public when dealing with Industry Canada. The information contained in these circulars is subject to change without notice. It is therefore suggested that interested persons consult the nearest district office of Industry Canada for additional details. While every reasonable effort has been made to ensure accuracy, no warranty is expressed or implied. As well, these circulars have no status in law.

Comments and suggestions may be directed to the following address:

Industry Canada
Radiocommunications and
Broadcasting Regulatory Branch
300 Slater Street
Ottawa, Ontario
K1A 0C8

Attention: DOSP

E-mail: spectrum_pubs@ic.gc.ca

All Spectrum Management and Telecommunications publications are available on the following website: http://strategis.gc.ca/spectrum.

Contents

• 1. Principle
  
  
• 2. Mandate
  
  
• 3. Intent
  
  
• 4. Policy
  
  
• 5. Compliance with the Canadian Ownership and Control Requirements
  
  
• 6. Determining Canadian Ownership and Control
  
  
• 7. Control in Fact
  
  
• 8. Telecommunications Act and Canadian Ownership and Control
  
  
• 9. Contact
  
  
• Appendix A - Examples of Types of Licensees
  
  
• Appendix B - Information Requested Relating to Ownership and Control