The court challenges come after an auction of a key 5G spectrum by
The companies said
Bell said the set-aside spectrum for smaller carriers was only eligible to companies that have pre-existing operations in the jurisdiction, and argued
Telus and Bell are asking the court to block
However,
"Detailed evidence regarding these activities was provided to ISED during the auction application process. It was based on this evidence that ISED correctly determined Videotron’s eligibility." said Péladeau in a statement.
“This is just another attempt from Bell and Telus to eliminate real competition, but Canadians deserve better than today’s overpriced wireless marketplace.”
Telus acknowledged Fibrenoire's services in its court filing, but said the company focuses on providing services in
"In Quebecor’s press release describing Vidéotron’s acquisition of Fibrenoire, Fibrenoire is described as: “a telecommunications company specializing exclusively in fibre-optic connectivity services for businesses in
"Fibrenoire continues to describe itself in a similar manner today."
Bell also said there is no indication that Fibrenoire solicits business from companies in
It argued
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