I wrote a letter to the CRTC today!

Wierd, right? Anyway, here it is, in case you want to take a look:

apparently, they're accepting public comments until October 1st, if you want to chime in. the application is here , and you can send a message to the CRTC here .



Dear Commissioners:
I am writing in opposition to Quebecor's application for a Category 2 license (proceeding 2010-649, item 1). I do not wish to appear at the public hearing.

It has come to my attention that Quebecor is requesting special considerations in the form of a new licensing category for its Sun TV News project. I believe that awarding this license to a news and opinion network, which is overtly partisan by mandate, would set a dangerous precedent regarding the CRTC and its role in the public discourse.

To expound, Quebecor has cited its request for mandatory access as neccessary to Sun TV News' viability as a business venture. While I believe that the CRTC has a duty to help Canadian voices to be heard, I also believe that Quebecor is a globally established media group, and as such it should be able to draw upon its means and experience to launch this news station without requiring special privileges. If Quebecor, a media giant, can not garner adequate public interest without regulatory aid, then I would argue that there is either a serious flaw in their business concept or their product does not reflect Canadian public interests.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sean Preston
Vancouver, Canada