CRTC Joins Forces With FCC To Fight RobocallingCRTC signs agreement with U.S. regulator to combat robocalls and spoofingThe Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) today announced it has signed an agreement with the FCC to combat the growing issue of unwanted and annoying robocalls and spoofing that is threatening citizens on both sides of the borderThe Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission's (CRTC) today signed a memorandum of understanding with the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC). This formal agreement will allow both organizations to work more collaboratively on the growing threat that unwanted robocalls (also known as automated dialing-announcing device calls) pose to citizens in Canada and the United States. Furthermore, this agreement will enable the CRTC and the FCC to facilitate research and education related to robocalls and illegitimate caller ID spoofing. The organizations have also committed to sharing knowledge and expertise through training programs and staff exchanges, as well as inform each other of legal developments in their respective jurisdictions. Quick Facts
"This agreement reiterates the long-standing cooperation between the FCC and CRTC, and strengthens our efforts to protect Canadians. Working in close partnership with the FCC, we will enhance our expertise to investigate those who disregard our rules, while increasing our effectiveness in reducing unlawful and illegitimate telecommunications, " stated Steven Harroun, CRTC Chief Compliance and Enforcement Officer. Source: CRTC release |