This week on Cartt.ca - The Podcast , we’re joined by Jeffrey Maddox , President of Nokia Canada , as the company marks 40 years in Canada and the 100th anniversary of Nokia Bell Labs. Maddox reflects on the legacy of Bell Labs, from the invention of the transistor in 1947 to its foundational role in shaping modern communications and why he calls Nokia “the company that built Silicon Valley.” He also unpacks Nokia’s billion-dollar commitment to Canada, its leadership in 5G and critical infrastru...
Jun 23, 2025•19 min
The automotive industry is having a moment. With the onset of digital transformation in 5G, automotive is leveraging the potential of cellular connectivity. Companies like Ericsson have helped enable tech that turn your car into a smartphone, a sound system, a map, a traffic reporter and more things we can barely imagine. We welcome back Ericsson Canada, Vice President and Chief Technology Officer Yasir Hussain to this special sponsored episode of the Cartt.ca podcast to talk about how the low l...
Dec 02, 2024•28 min
Recent news headlines illustrate that emergencies can strike with little warning and alarming regularity, highlighting the need in Canada for advanced public safety communication networks. On this episode of Cartt.ca - The Podcast, a conversation with Yasir Hussain, CTO of Ericsson Canada on the need for advanced public safety networks in Canada. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jun 11, 2024•29 min
Join Contributing Editor, Bill Roberts, as together they review Vicky Eatrides’ top three “must do” priorities, plus the inherited challenges of bargaining process delay in telecom matters, Mobile Virtual Network Operator policy implementation (cellphone competition), her keen push for greater consumer-friendly internet rivalry, improvements to the CRTC Broadband Fund, the particular needs of Northern Canada, the Commission’s role with the Online News and Online Steaming Acts, anti-scam complian...
Mar 11, 2024•31 min
So you think High Definition Television (HDTV) was a big deal? Well buckle your seat belts. First there was TV itself, then colour TV, then our HDTV… but now there’s “NextGen TV" -- the next major shift in television with a new digital format promising 4K video, immersive audio, and a host of other consumer and business benefits. The Advanced Television Systems Committee calls this revolution ATSC 3.0 and it’s quite literally the seamless over-the-air convergence of TV and the internet. Listen n...
May 02, 2023•52 min
With nearly 3 decades of communications policy and regulatory experience under his belt, Ian Scott has quite a bit to say as he leaves his CRTC leadership post. Listen in as Scott asserts his “vision” for the Commission and what it truly means to serve the public interest. After completing his CRTC 5-year term on January 4th (2023), Scott doesn’t hold back on accomplishments such as narrowing the digital divide, consensus building, and the biggest challenges faced on the Canadian broadcasting an...
Jan 03, 2023•53 min
By Bill Roberts WHILE MANY NORTH AMERICANS might think social media has a mostly negative effect on society, Jeanette Irekvist (below) vice-president and head of Ericsson Canada, is convincingly seeing the glass as more than half full. Indeed, she and Ericsson believe 5G is here to unlock a world of possibilities to improve the human ... Read more » See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info....
Nov 02, 2022•51 min
For a transcript of the podcast, please scroll down. By Bill Roberts THE RICK HANSEN FOUNDATION promotes a poignant rubric that “One in five Canadians is living with a disability… Thankfully, five in five Canadians can help improve accessibility for all!”. And, for our Canadian media industry, that is precisely what this important Cartt.ca exclusive podcast ... Read more » See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-in...
Aug 08, 2022•49 min
By Bill Roberts A LOT CAN happen when you go to theatre school. For example, you can end up with the Order of Canada, an honorary Maverick Award, be designated as one of the 20 Most Powerful Women in Global TV, and cap it off with a “back home” Saskatchewan Order of Merit. Say hello ... Read more » See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info....
May 25, 2022•1 hr 15 min
By Bill Roberts This is the second part of a two-part series – for part one, please click here. IQALUIT – With part two of this two-part Cartt.ca special with Madeleine Redfern, the exploration of our North’s vital Internet needs for growth, defence, and economic reconciliation continues. Redfern (pictured below, centre, with Livete Ataguyuk, head ... Read more » See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info....
May 09, 2022•1 hr 1 min
By Bill Roberts IQALUIT – Norway, no slouch when it comes to successful innovation and widespread prosperity, has made it clear – the North is their future. Indeed, Norwegian Prime Minister Erna Solberg, claims “the High North will be Norway’s most important strategic priority in the years ahead… giving priority to knowledge-based business development, innovation ... Read more » See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell...
May 04, 2022•1 hr 15 min
Both during the pandemic, less than a year apart By Bill Roberts CHRIS WILSON, THE CBC’s executive director of sports and Olympics, is described in an online posting as “a self-propelled leader with an entrepreneurial style”. With a diverse and successful background ranging from swim coach to real-estate agent, to (my favourite) the founder of ... Read more » See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info....
Mar 30, 2022•56 min
By Bill Roberts OTTAWA – Well, I’ve met the closest person to the Dos Equis “The Most Interesting Man in the World” – and in Ottawa no less! Dan Goldberg (below), president and CEO of Telesat, was described by The Ottawa Business Awards as not only its “The CEO of the Year”, but as someone ... Read more » See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info....
Mar 10, 2022•1 hr 2 min
Members of the #Winnipeg City Council debated decriminalization of drugs in our community. #ForABetterWpg #wpgpoli See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Feb 25, 2022•7 min
Kevin Klein speaks at #Winnipeg City Council asking colleagues to send a development back because residents were not properly informed. #wpgpoli #ForABetterWpg #mbpoli #development See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Feb 25, 2022•3 min
Kevin Klein speaks about the motion to keep the mask requirement in place at #Winnipeg City Hall after the Public Health Orders are lifted. #ForABetterWpg #wpgpoli #mbpoli See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Feb 25, 2022•4 min
Allegations of financial mismanagement at the City of #Winnipeg once again. Some City Councillors are calling for meetings, but are they really going to fix the real problem? #ForABetterWpg #wpgpoli #mbpoli See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Feb 23, 2022•6 min
By Bill Roberts CANADIAN ARTIST GINALINA’S album Small but Mighty, a three-time Juno nominee and four-time Canadian Folk Music nominee, speaks to potential, to making the world a better place for all, to diversity, to inspiring the young and creative… These same themes run through Cartt.ca’s latest podcast, featuring Joy Loewen (pictured below), president and ... Read more » See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-...
Feb 22, 2022•43 min
Kevin Klein asked for support in taking real to address the noise and disruptions of #Winnipeg streets. #ForABetterWpg #wpgpoli #cdnpoli #mbpoli See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Feb 11, 2022•9 min
Kevin Klein speaks to Council questioning the need for, what he calls, a #Winnipeg Yard Sale. #wpgpoli #mbpoli #cdnpoli #ForABetterWpg See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jan 29, 2022•6 min
Two #Winnipeg City Councillors want to legalize the use of drugs in the city. Kevin Klein shares his thoughts with you. A Council motion to have the police stop enforcement isn't the way to go. The Police Service leadership across Canada need to have those conversations among themselves, stakeholders and with the Crown prosecutors and assess the value of this kind of action without City Council being involved. Look, it's not an easy problem at all and we're not going to solve it with a City Coun...
Jan 27, 2022•3 min
Kevin Klein provides you the latest information on the John Blumberg Golf Course sale, which see the final vote January 27 at the #Winnipeg CIty Council meeting. #ForABetterWpg #wpgpoli #JohnBlumberg See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jan 21, 2022•4 min
Listen in as Kevin Klein shares some final thoughts on the proposed sale of the John Blumberg Golf Course lands at #Winnipeg City Hall January 17, 2022. Klein's moved a motion to stop the proposed sale, which passed 3 to 1. But, the Mayor and his EPC councillors can reverse that if they choose. Stay Tuned. #ForABetterWpg #wpgpoli #ForABetterWpg See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jan 18, 2022•3 min
Kevin Klein shares details of some wonderful new community projects funded through the Charleswood-Tuxedo-Westwood ward. #ForABetterWpg #wpgpoli #Winnipeg #mbpoli See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jan 12, 2022•2 min
Kevin Klein moved a motion on more than one occasion requesting the City of #Winnipeg to develop a program to encourage home composting. Klein also asked council members to delay any decision on landfill gas use to allow an appropriate amount of time for people to review details in more depth. #ForABetterWpg #wpgpoli #mbpoli #cdnpoli #environment See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jan 12, 2022•7 min
Kevin Klein talks about the City of #Winnipeg 's plan to sell the John Blumberg Golf Course. #ForABetterWpg #wpgpoli #cdnpoli See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jan 11, 2022•5 min
Kevin Klein answers a question posed to him by a member of the #Winnipeg Media openly and directly. #wpgpoli #ForABetterWpg See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jan 09, 2022•7 min
Playing with words, manipulation, targeted emotional advertising all of it happens with politicians. Klein shows you how the City is using it in #Winnipeg to break the bank. #wpgpoli #ForABetterWpg #mbpoli #cdnpoli See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Dec 02, 2021•9 min
There are over 200 homeless veterans living on the streets of #Winnipeg . 40% are indigenous, many are female and help is on the way. Kevin Klein talks about his successful motion that will allow Homes for Heroes to begin their proven program in our community. #ForABetterWpg #wpgpoli #mbpoli #cdnpoli See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Nov 27, 2021•14 min
By Bill Roberts Well, I’ve got a great candidate to fill the next opening for a CRTC Commissioner: David Errington (above), president and CEO of Accessible Media Inc. (AMI). Solid leadership credentials and a builder with 30 years of top-drawer media creds who has coached AMI into a world-leading organization that entertains, informs, and empowers ... Read more » See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info....
Nov 12, 2021•39 min
