Star Choice Inc. has applied to the CRTC for a licence amendment that would allow it to bulk bill customers in multiple-unit dwellings (MUDs). The application is likely to be successful as the commission has already indicated that the inability of direct-to-home (DTH) satellite distributors to bulk bill without restrictions puts them at a disadvantage to cable companies (CCR, Feb. 15/02).

Unlock all the Canadian telecom, broadcasting and digital media news you need.

Take a free trial or subscribe to The Wire Report now.