Description: Five years back, the Canadian government opened the telecom sector to allow more competition, however, the cellphone bills have not come down despite more players in the wireless market. Alek Krstajik, CEO of Public Mobile, discusses some of the obstacles facing the wireless market.    

Source: CBC

Date: February 20 2013

Video link: http://www.cbc.ca/player/News/Business/ID/2337120874/

Questions for Discussion:

1. Despite increased competition in the cellphone market, why are the consumers not seeing lower prices?
2. What are some of the problems facing smaller players in the cellphone market?
3. How can the government encourage sustainable competition?
4. Should the government intervene to sustain competition or allow the free market to take its course?