Bell Increases Connection Fee to $75
Bell has recently increased its connection fee to $75. This change follows similar moves by Rogers and its subsidiary Fido, which also raised their fees to the same amount just a few months ago. Like Rogers, Bell provides an option to waive this fee for customers who place orders online.Fee Changes Across Major Carriers
The new connection fee is now reflected on both Bell's main site and its subsidiary Virgin Mobile. Earlier in October, Bell had already raised the connection fee from $70 to $75.
In august, Telus increased its own connection fee to $70. With two of the three major carriers now charging $75, it’s likely that Telus will soon adjust its fees as well.
Regulatory Context
These price hikes occur despite recent changes by the CRTC that prohibit telecom companies from charging fees related to activating or modifying service plans. However, many carriers have been increasing their connection fees by about $5 to $10 nearly every year.
Conclusion
As these adjustments continue among major telecom providers, consumers may need to stay informed about potential future increases in service-related charges.
