Canada is recognized as a world leader in radio, television, cable television, telephone and telecommunications. The CRTC's role is to supervise and regulate Canada's broadcasting and telecommunications systems, balancing the interests of consumers, the creative community and distribution industries in implementing the public policy objectives established by Parliament.

Wherever you have a radio, a television or a telephone, we're there --helping to sustain the characteristics which make Canadians and Canada unique. We're also there to ensure Canadians have access to the best communications services possible, at reasonable prices. We're the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission-- the CRTC -- an independent federal agency.

In your living room or family room... we're there to help make sure there's a wide range of quality programming, especially Canadian, for you to choose from on traditional television networks and stations, cable TV channels, pay TV and specialty programming services.

In your kitchen or office... wherever there's a radio, the CRTC is working to ensure there's programming available that reflects your community.

And wherever there's a phone, a fax... we're answering your need for affordable rates and the best possible telecommunications services.

CRTC

For Communication in the Public Interest

CRTC Mission
To ensure that Canadian communications contribute fairly and equitably to Canada’s economic, social and cultural prosperity through regulation, supervision and public dialogue

CRTC Vision
World-class quality communications, with a distinct Canadian presence, in the public interest