5G Canada Council

The 5G Canada Council supports a dynamic 5G ecosystem through advocacy,
research and cross-sector collaboration.

5G Primer

5G of “fifth generation” refers to the next generation of mobile wireless standards and technologies. 5G will enable a fully connected and mobile society, and deliver unprecedented benefits to citizens, industry and government.

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The 5G Canada Council is a multistakeholder Council with a membership base that includes Canadian wireless carriers, network equipment providers, academia and other product and service providers in the 5G ecosystem.

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White papers, reports, and other sources of information about 5G

Fuel for Innovation – Canada’s Path in the Race to 5G

Setting the Record Straight on 5G Wireless & RF Safety

Aug 8, 2019

Like each generation of wireless technology that preceded it, 5G will bring enormous benefits for the economy and for Canadians’ quality of life. Given the misleading information being circulated about 5G, however, it is getting harder for non-experts to be sure of the facts. The CWTA and 5GCC have put together a short guide to help clear up common 5G safety myths and provide a starting point for those seeking information on the topic in Canada.

Innovation Minister Addresses 3500 MHz Spectrum Framework

Jun 5, 2019

At the Canadian Telecom Summit on June 5, Innovation Minister Navdeep Bains announced changes to the 3500 MHz spectrum band, as well as a planned consultation for a 2020 auction.

Canadian Telecom Summit Panel, “5G: Evolution or Revolution” (Video)

Jun 4, 2019

At the Canadian Telecom Summit in Toronto this month, Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Associations vice-president regulatory affairs, Eric Smith, moderated a panel titled “5G: Evolution or Revolution?”. Speakers included: Alexander Brock, Rogers Communications...

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