Press Release

Rogers, Shaw and Quebecor sign definitive agreement for sale of Freedom Mobile

Rogers Communications Inc. (“Rogers”), Shaw Communications Inc. (“Shaw”) and Quebecor Inc. (“Quebecor”) today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement (the “Agreement”) for the sale of Freedom Mobile Inc. (“Freedom”) to Videotron Ltd., a subsidiary of Quebecor (the “Freedom Transaction”), subject to regulatory approvals and closing of the merger of Shaw and Rogers announced on March 15, 2021 (the “Rogers-Shaw Transaction”).

August 11, 2022

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Rogers, Shaw and Quebecor announce agreement for sale of Freedom Mobile

Rogers Communications Inc. (“Rogers”), Shaw Communications Inc. (“Shaw”) and Quebecor Inc. (“Quebecor”) today announced an agreement (the “Divestiture Agreement”) for the sale of Freedom Mobile Inc. (“Freedom”) to Quebecor, subject to regulatory approval (the “Freedom Transaction”). The Freedom Transaction will ensure the presence of a strong and sustainable fourth wireless carrier across Canada. The parties strongly believe the agreement effectively addresses the concerns raised by the Commissioner of Competition and the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry regarding viable and sustainable wireless competition in Canada.

June 17, 2022

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Videotron welcomes Federal Court ruling against Xperi

Videotron is pleased with last Friday’s Federal Court decision in its dispute with U.S.-based Xperi (formerly known under the names Rovi and TiVo) over the alleged use of patented technology in Videotron’s illico viewing platform. Those patents have now been declared invalid.

June 14, 2022

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Videotron’s first Ford E-Transit electric vans enter service

In another big step forward for Videotron’s green shift, which is a cornerstone of Quebecor’s vehicle electrification plan, the very first Ford E-Transit electric vans have been added to Videotron’s fleet. The service vehicles, first of an order of about 100, will make their appearance on Québec roads in the coming weeks.

June 9, 2022

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Videotron Business partners with EMnify to accelerate IoT deployment

Videotron Business and EMnify, known worldwide for its revolutionary connectivity management platform, are joining forces to help Québec organizations become more autonomous in IoT deployment. The long-term partnership will also open the doors of 195 countries to Québec companies that want to export their IoT solutions to the rest of the world.

June 1, 2022

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Videotron launches personalized in-store service for businesses

Pierre Karl Péladeau, Quebecor President and CEO, was in Victoriaville this morning for the launch of a new personalized in-store offering for businesses. Developed to provide business customers with local, personalized service at Videotron’s redesigned stores, the new spaces will be unveiled in several regions in the coming months.

May 31, 2022

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Videotron offers newcomers from Ukraine six months of free mobile service

Videotron is reaffirming its support for the Ukrainian community with a gesture of welcome for temporary displaced Ukrainian citizens during their first months in Canada. Starting May 9, newcomers from Ukraine will be offered a free All-Inclusive 20 GB plan for six months to help them stay in touch with family and loved ones. Videotron is also donating 1,000 refurbished mobile devices to the Ukrainian Canadian Congress and its partners, to be given to Ukrainian families in need.

May 5, 2022

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Situation in Ukraine: Videotron extends suspension of international calling charges and free preview of Ukraine 24

To support the Ukrainian community in the current crisis, Videotron is extending the lifting of toll charges for calls to Ukraine and the unscrambling of the Ukraine 24 channel until July 31,2022.

March 30, 2022

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Situation in Ukraine - Videotron adds Ukraine 24 news channel

In the current situation, Videotron stands with the Ukrainian community and is adding the Ukrainian-language HD news channel Ukraine 24 to its channel line-up. Ukraine 24 is available as of today on illico (#875) and starting March 16 on Helix TV (#383). There will be a free preview of Ukraine 24 for all customers for 30 days and it will then be available in our selection of custom channels to give customers who have family or friends in Ukraine access to news in real time, in their native language.

March 10, 2022

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Videotron cancels long-distance charges for calls to Ukraine

In commitment to the current situation in the country, Videotron is suspending long-distance charges for calls from Canada to Ukraine, effective immediately and until March 31st 2022, to allow customers to reach family and loved ones without having to worry about tolls.

February 24, 2022

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MAtv showcases emerging Francophone musical talent

Starting Saturday, March 12, at 8 p.m., MAtv will broadcast the quarter-finals and finals of the 28th edition of Ma première Place des Arts, hosted by Olivier Robillard Laveaux. Twenty-four contestants from across Québec—6 singers and 18 singer-songwriters—will perform live from Salle Claude-Léveillée at Place des Arts, under the musical direction of Guillaume Rochon. Produced with the participation of the Société pour l'avancement de la chanson d'expression française (SACEF), the popular event has been a springboard for emerging Francophone music for over 15 years.

February 23, 2022

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MAtv announces wide-ranging winter schedule focused on local culture

Matv’s winter schedule, which starts on January 24, reflects the diversity and richness of local culture, featuring bevy of festivals and cultural events such as the Festival Quartiers Danses, MUZ 2021 en spectacle, Vue sur la Relève and Fantasia...tout court!, as well as the show Nomad Spirit about inspirational Indigenous personalities. The local news programs Mise À Jour and CityLife will be back to keep viewers informed and provide in-depth coverage of neighbourhood issues.

January 13, 2022

Demandes médias

Véronique Mercier

Vice-president, Communications QMI

medias@videotron.com