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Table 4.1.3: User Fees
Spectrum, Information Technologies and Telecommunications
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Name of User Fee Spectrum Licence Fees for Broadband Public Safety (4940–4990 MHz) (New Fee) |
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Fee Type: Regulatory Fee-Setting Authority: Radiocommunication Act, Department of Industry Act, Financial Administration Act Reason for Planned Introduction of or Amendment to Fee: Public safety agencies will have access to dedicated broadband spectrum in the 4940–4990 MHz frequency band for public safety communications and the implementation of advanced services. Effective Date of Planned Change: The fee is anticipated to be introduced in late 2008–2009. Consultation and Review Process Planned: Two public consultations have been completed. It is anticipated that the proposed fee will be reviewed by Parliament under the User Fees Act in late 2008–2009. |
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Name of User Fee Fixed and Broadcast Satellite Licences (Fee Amendment) |
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Fee Type: Regulatory Fee-Setting Authority: Radiocommunication Act, Department of Industry Act, Financial Administration Act Reason for Planned Introduction of or Amendment to Fee: Amended fees will aim at recovering a fair value for the use of the orbital and spectrum resources. Effective Date of Planned Change: In light of the User Fees Act, the original implementation date has been delayed. It is anticipated that the resulting fee regime will take effect in 2009. Consultation and Review Process Planned: The consultation process has been delayed, as more market analysis needs to be done. |
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Name of User Fee Spectrum Licence Renewal Fees for 24 and 38 GHz Wireless Broadband Communications (New Fee) |
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Fee Type: Regulatory Service Fee-Setting Authority: Radiocommunication Act, Department of Industry Act, Financial Administration Act Reason for Planned Introduction of or Amendment to Fee: The licence terms of 24/38 GHz spectrum licences obtained via the 1999 Auction are coming to an end, starting in 2010. An annual licence fee needs to be established which the department anticipates will apply to the renewal licences as well as any other 24/38 GHz licences that may be issued. Effective Date of Planned Change: The first 24/38 GHz licence renewals are coming up in 2010, which is when the new fee would take effect. Consultation and Review Process Planned: The initial public consultation is planned for January 2008. The initial consultation will cover all issues relevant to the 24/38 GHz licence renewals including fees. A second consultation will be held soon after, which will address the licence fee issue. It is anticipated that the proposed fee may be reviewed by Parliament under the User Fees Act in late 2008–2009. |