Who handles broadband & connectivity?
Broadband & Connectivity
Broadband is primarily federal jurisdiction through the CRTC. Provinces fund rural expansion programs, and municipalities support local digital infrastructure.
⚠️ Shared Jurisdiction: This area involves multiple levels of government. The information below shows the primary responsibility at each level, but overlap is common. When in doubt, start with the level most directly related to your issue.
Federal
Parliament of Canada
- ● CRTC telecom regulation
- ● Universal Broadband Fund
- ● Radio spectrum allocation
- ● National broadband targets
💡 Example: File a CRTC complaint about telecom services, or contact your MP about broadband funding.
Provincial
Provincial Legislature
- ● Provincial broadband expansion programs
- ● Digital infrastructure investments
- ● Provincial rural connectivity initiatives
- ● Digital literacy programs
💡 Example: Contact your provincial digital infrastructure office about rural connectivity.
Municipal
City / Town Hall
- ● Municipal broadband initiatives
- ● Public Wi-Fi in libraries and community centres
- ● Local digital equity programs
- ● Municipal fibre-optic networks
💡 Example: Contact your municipality about public Wi-Fi or local broadband projects.
Quick Reference — Who to Contact
🏛️ Federal
Your Member of Parliament (MP)
🏢 Provincial
Your MPP, MLA, or MNA
🏘️ Municipal
Your City Councillor
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