Canadians will see prices rise, deal approved. We need stronger laws: Expert on Rogers-Shaw deal

"Keldon Bester, co-founder of Canadian Anti-Monopoly Project, joins BNN Bloomberg to discuss how the Rogers-Shaw deal will affect thousands of Canadians. Bester says Canada needs a stronger set of laws when it comes to M&A. He adds the Tribunal is aware of how it will lead to a softer competition but even then decided to approve the deal. Bester adds in order for these deals to stop, laws need to be updated."

Liberal government approves Rogers-Shaw, wireless assets to go to Quebecor

"The Liberal government has approved the $26-billion mega telecom merger between Rogers and Shaw, a move critics said will lead to higher wireless prices and shows Canada must reform its competition laws."

Only reform of Canada’s competition law can prevent another Rogers-Shaw

March 31, 2023 - Minister Champagne announced his approval of the Rogers-Shaw takeover.

The Canadian Anti-Monopoly Project is a think tank dedicated to addressing the issue of monopoly power in Canada. CAMP produces research and advocates for policy proposals to make Canada’s economy more fair, free, and democratic.

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