Innovation, Science & Economic Development Canada (ISED) announced yesterday (30 November 2023) the conclusion of the country’s 3800MHz 5G spectrum auction, resulting in 4,099 licences awarded to 20 bidders, including 870 licences to small and regional providers. ISED stated that when combined with the previous 3500MHz auction of 2021, small and regional providers have doubled their spectrum holdings, further strengthening their ability to offer competitive services, adding that 3800MHz licences will support faster deployment of high quality 5G network services in every part of the country so consumers and businesses, including those in rural and remote regions, can enjoy the transformative benefits of the latest mobile and fixed wireless broadband technologies.
The auction began on 24 October 2023 with 22 qualified bidders, and…
