The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) has expanded its policy to allow smaller internet providers access to the fibre-optic networks of major telecom companies, including Bell and Telus. This decision mandates large phone firms to open their networks to smaller rivals nationwide, enabling these competitors to offer high-speed internet packages without the need to build their own fibre infrastructure. The move is expected to increase competition in the market, providing Canadian consumers with more options for affordable high-speed internet services early next year.