Canadians can now change their phone or internet plans for free (opens original article in a new tab)

Canadians can now change or cancel phone and internet plans without paying fees, as new regulations prohibit activation and early cancellation charges.

• New rules prohibit telecom providers from charging activation and early cancellation fees for Canadian customers.
• CRTC announced changes to Consumer Protections Action Plan to give Canadians more control over phone and internet plans.
• Wireless and Internet Code created to help Canadians understand their rights and obligations in contracts with service providers.