Canadians disappointed in CRTC decision to approve Big Media Bell's power-grab of Astral Media

Takeover will mean lost jobs, higher prices, and less media choice - it's time for government to take clear action to tackle Big Media dominance, says OpenMedia.ca

VANCOUVER, June 27, 2013 /CNW/ - OpenMedia.ca is condemning today's CRTC decision to allow big media giant Bell to take over Astral Media. Thousands of Canadians have spoken out against the takeover, because it will lead to lost jobs, fewer media and telecom choices, higher prices, and less opportunity for free expression.

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SOURCE: OpenMedia.ca

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