Do you want to change your cell phone company ? But you are in 3 years contract right ? Read this

This afternoon, I was reading about newly launched iPhone 5s and 5c. I am not here to advertise iPhone. But personally I like iPhone. So I was planning to change phone, but I signed 3 years contract when I bought my previous iPhone. And still 1 year to go before I complete my term.


Then I recalled something that CRTC (Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission) announced recently new wireless code. The wireless code addresses several frustrations Canadians are suffering from such as the length of wireless contracts, cancellation fees, roaming charges and other industry practices.

What are you going to get from the new wireless code ? Canadians will be able to

• terminate their wireless contracts after two years without cancellation fees, even if they have signed on for a longer term
• cap extra data charges at $50/month and international data roaming charges at $100/month to prevent bill shock
• have their cellphones unlocked after 90 days, or immediately if they paid for the device in full
• return their cellphones, within 15 days and specific usage limits, if they are unhappy with their service
• accept or decline changes to the key terms of a fixed-term contract (i.e., 2-year), and
• receive a contract that is easy to read and understand

I am sure you are eager to know when is it going to be come in effect ?

From Dec 2nd 2013 it will come in effect, however it may be possible all wireless companies start respecting new policy earlier than the effective date. Check it out and enjoy your new phone, but don't forget me YOUR NEXT DOOR REALTOR !

Ritesh Joshi

647-281-3424