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TGIF- 911 cell phone levy…

Filed under: Public safety by Kevin Griffiths — Leave a comment
November 22, 2019
Telus tower
File photo KDG

Mike Farnsworth is saying he wants a levy on 911 for cellphones.

UBCM’s support is based in part on an understanding that revenue generated through a CAL would not go to provincial general revenue. Instead, a governance entity would be established to manage revenue distribution. This is generally consistent with past UBCM policy seeking the establishment of an independent body for 911 CAL revenue administration.

Source ubcm

There have been meetings about the levy and the government has sent a MLA to look into high costs of cell use in Canada.

Service gaps an issue…

The government is concerned about overall 911 service. If you have a concern don’t call 911 as it is an emergency number. Talk to your MLA.

On this Day: November 22nd 1968

The Beatles release the white album.

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Feels like 29 below Celsius

Filed under: Technology by Kevin Griffiths — Leave a comment
January 3, 2017

Cell service is not infallible. File Photo KDG

Cell service is not infallible.
File Photo KDG

An Arctic front has moved in to BC again  after  a week break we are back to near dangerous cold. For those that are not acclimatized be careful  especially with exposed flesh. When traveling there are still some non freeway roads that are with out cell phone service in the province.

Coverage areas are approximate. Actual coverage, network services and technology can vary and are subject to change.  Source:  http://www.comparecellular.ca/telus-coverage-maps/

A ditched car situation can start going bad fast… a safety package with warmers and survival supplies is a  good investment. A  grey  wool blanket or facsimile can make a lot of shelter.

Monitor the weather forecast before setting out, especially  in rural areas. The website TransCanada.com has advice on supplies for safety.

Editors Note: It is said that TELUS has coverage for 97 percent of the population of BC, that may mean that there is a reasonable expectation of service in proximity to populated areas.KDG

On this day: January 3rd 1999

Mars Polar lander launched.

 

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