Industry experts say foreign ownership questions and delays in the transition to digital television are likely to hold up an auction for “ultra prime” spectrum in the 700 MHz band. 

Industry Canada plans to launch consultations this year for auctions in the 2500 MHz and 700 MHz bands to support mobile technologies. 

But the 700 MHz band—currently used for analog over-the-air television—cannot be freed up for a wireless auction until the broadcasting industry completes its transition to digital television broadcasting. 

Contact Ryan O'Neill at 613-232-5952 ext. 222 or roneill@thewirereport.ca
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