Obviously, they did not consult us. Moreover, I really do not see how Mr. Bernier or Bell can claim that the framework they are proposing will help consumers. We are being told that rates may drop, but the fact is that right now, even though Bell is regulated, it can provide its fixed line telephone services at much less than the current rates. But it is not doing that. Not only is it not offering the lower rates, but it is asking the CRTC to approve rate increases. I find it hard to understand, in a deregulated environment, how Bell or the other former monopolies could offer much better rates to consumers.
On February 21st, 2007. See this statement in context.