Payal Gabrani-Bahl

Similar to the EU, Canada is taking bold steps toward a sustainable future with the introduction of its new climate taxonomy and disclosure rules. These forward-looking measures reinforce Canada’s leadership in the global push to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. The government’s Made-in-Canada climate investment taxonomy establishes a clear framework for identifying and classifying “green” and “transition” investments, facilitating the flow of capital into sustainable and resilient economic projects. By enhancing transparency and accountability, this strategic initiative accelerates Canada’s transition to a low-carbon economy, positioning the country as a pivotal force in the fight against climate change. That's Smart! #RYCOM https://lnkd.in/geSYJE2y

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Analysis of recent Statistics Canada | Statistique Canada data provides important guidance for those developing communications policy. Among the findings? “Across most income groups, Canadian households spend less on cellular service than do Americans.” Technology adoption and affordability in Canada • Telecom Trends https://lnkd.in/g5YEhbdk CRTC, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada | Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada

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More internet choice = more competition = better options for Canadians. Rogers and Bell have been dominating the Internet market for too long, and now the federal government is trying to restrict choice even further. Let’s put a stop to that, together. Head to https://lnkd.in/gKzGaeNx and sign the petition. It only takes a few moments, but can have a big impact on our future: bit.ly/3ZCxKqU #DemandMoreInternetChoice #TeamTELUS

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Canada's Rogers Communications has broadened its new 'Xfinity' branding and product pact with Comcast with the launch of 'Xfinity Storm-Ready WiFi,' a product that taps into the cellular network for backup connectivity.

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A very insightful look at the impact of AI to our workforce, economy and society... The concept of Universal Basic Income plus a shortened work week are a few of the tools to explore in minimizing the labor displaced by AI and the redistribution of wealth created by AI.. Another technological revolution is making it's way into society, the next decade will prove to be critical in how we manage this change. #rycom https://lnkd.in/gA_guXdq

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Some thoughts on telecom reform can be found in The Hub here: 👇

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Learn how @TELUS has enabled over 50,000 TELUS team members to use generative AI on a daily basis in this Globe & Mail op-ed by Hesham Fahmy, TELUS’ Chief Information Officer: https://lnkd.in/g93aQN-G #TeamTELUS

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About SDR, HDR-PQ and HDR-HLG 1. We should abandon the purely academic (and confusing) discussion about "scene-referred" vs "display-referred". Unlike the "walled garden" of strictly controlled cinema theatres, the purpose of broadcast TV is to create pleasant and informative images for millions of viewers in a variety of viewing conditions using a variety of very different displays. 2. As Peter Wilson said: "Post-production environment must be target display AGNOSTIC". 3. The practically viable way out of the current HDR impasse could be:      3.1 Introduction of commonly accepted rules for PRODUCTION, i.e. Unified Reference White LEVEL in %% of signal range (not cd/sq.m).   This URW level already exists in SDR (100%), HDR-HLG (75%) and HDR-PQ (58%).   3.2 Let millions of various HDR-PQ DISPLAYS to make their own adaptive  decisions about the EOTF controls (as opposite to DV dictatorship). 4. Stop counter-productive debates which format is better. Each format (including SDR!) has its own advantages and disadvantages, - and the corresponding fields of application. Long live peaceful co-existence and well-defined rules/tools for CONVERSION between all HDR/SDR formats! 🙂

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Canada's telecom infrastructure investment model needs a reboot: "Premier encourages Yukoners to file CRTC complaints over phone disruptions" This CBC article highlights many of the challenges that Canadians face accessing cellular services - a lifeline for 911 access, a key tool for First Responders & disaster preparedness, and also an economic thread for general civilian day-to-day use. This sad state of affairs highlighted by the Premier of the Yukon is the same line of commentary I have been making for over 10+ years in Canada - (so I am in good company with the issues I have been raising for years) - issues that continue to foster a chronic rural and First Nations digital divide across our country. In my recent travels in rural Ontario this past week - the issue isn't much better for other Provinces, with dead-zones and cell gaps just outside of major urban areas. The root of our telecom policy problem in Canada - in my view - rests largely on the status-quo / legacy / one-size-fits all investment approach to telecom infrastructure that has been at play for the past 40 years in Canada, which has also been anti-competitive in terms of limiting the competitive forces that other G20 peer nations have benefitted from in their telecom markets. Federal & provincial governments have chosen to boost this status-quo through procurement models anchored on a limited pool of vertically integrated carrier-investors for tower sites & RF spectrum grants, and anti-competitive federal telecom policies for core telecom services, rooted in legacy approaches that most of Canada's peer nations abandoned ~30 years ago. The results have been chronically high costs for telecom services, a Canadian duopoly of infrastructure that limits competition & economic efficiency, cell gaps, and a lack of competitive consumer choice for telecom services. Completely unacceptable.. Canada can and must do better on telecom infrastructure investment models - a notable quote from the CBC article highlighted below: "In one of (Premier) Pillai's letters to Bell's CEO Mirko Bibic, Pillai said the company should be embarrassed that its Yukon customers "cannot have uninterrupted cell phone calls in the downtown of their capital city." In upcoming Federal telecom consultations in 2024 & 2025, I encourage Canadians to submit their views on how to improve Canada's failing telecom policy strategy - I know I will. #telecommunications #policychange #policyinnovation #PSBN #4G #5G #infrastructure #digitaldivide #911dispatch #911services #wireless #criticalinfrastructure #police #fire #EMS #elctricity #rail #ruralbroadband #firstnations #digitaldivide #ruraldevelopment #disasterpreparedness #ppdr #disasterrelief #naturaldisasters #contingency #alwayson #digitaltransformation #Canada #Ontario #goldenhour #firstresponders #telecom #CRTC #ISED #innovation #infrastructure #investment #thefutureisnow

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My latest on a research report by Scotiabank that discusses various scenarios for outcomes of the upcoming CRTC decision on fibre-to-the-home unbundling. https://lnkd.in/gatBWMxu

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Great news for Northern Ontario: High-speed internet is coming to remote communities. $109 million in new funding from federal and provincial governments is making this a reality for a community in need. This investment will connect 18,600 homes, bringing a proven way to create real value for these communities. But it's not just about faster internet—it's about opening doors to new opportunities. Local businesses can reach wider markets. Students can access more educational resources from home. Healthcare becomes more accessible for everyone. At Sonar, we often talk about how connectivity brings people together and sparks positive change. It's fantastic to see these investments turning that vision into reality for Northern Ontario. Thanks for sharing Ella Pratti (Gemmell)! #Broadbandforall #digitaldivide

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Sharing some great news for B.C. – TELUS will invest $17 billion in the province over the next five years, creating jobs, connecting loved ones and bridging digital and socioeconomic divides. The network investments we are announcing today will help build strong, vibrant communities, and will provide British Columbians with the tools they need to thrive in an increasingly digital world. Today, our world-leading networks enable people to work, learn and see a doctor, when and where they need to, making their lives simpler, and helping them make choices that are better for our planet. By leveraging emerging technologies like ORAN and GenAI, we are making our networks smarter, greener and more reliable, so you can count on them when it matters most. At the heart of all of this lies our social purpose, and our commitment to use our technology and our compassion to address some of the most pressing challenges of our time. Since 2000, TELUS, our team members and retirees have provided over $350 million in cash, in-kind contributions, time and programs and volunteered 8.4 million hours to charities and community organizations located in British Columbia. I couldn’t be more proud of the meaningful impact our team is making in the communities where we live, work and play. https://lnkd.in/gc3bnSgF

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Since 2000, TELUS has invested $259 billion in network infrastructure, operations and spectrum across Canada and we will invest an additional $73 billion through 2028, bolstering Canada’s productivity and economy. I encourage you to read Shazia Sobani’s thoughts in the National Post on the critical role TELUS plays in driving Canada’s growth. https://lnkd.in/e2-YbwS6

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If you've been wondering how AI comes up with its trusted models and information, I'm guessing a list like this is not a bad proxy for how one ranking system can look at, say, journalism and media, and decide what's valuable. It's from a service called @prowly and it purports to list the top 100 media outlets in Canada. If you were based in Dallas or Shanghai it all looks plausible enough but you can see some of the subjective errors if you live here. They use a proprietary influence score based on: "number of social media followers the contact has, impact of the outlet they represent, completeness of their profile" You can see how the errors might start here - as it biases towards online presence of a certain kind the machines can scrape and analyze. And it doesn't distinguish between self-interested speech and public service information. It's also interesting that this list is what @google puts at the top of their search results (snake eating its own tail). Interesting that many companies (FreshBooks) and advocacy groups (@greenpeace) score as high as respected mainstream media like National Post, Inc. and @chatelaine Does an article on Freshbooks.com mean as much as a feature in the National Post? According to some metrics, yes. If you're just trying to reach eyeballs, it probably doesn't matter. But if you're building a model of the world you should figure out how to distinguish these sources the way a normal human would. https://lnkd.in/g94KdYzz

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The widespread adoption of AI technology has happened at a staggering pace, and with it comes tremendous opportunities for people around the world. In a recent Globe & Mail op-ed, Hesham Fahmy, TELUS’ Chief Information Officer, shares how our organisation has enabled over 50,000 TELUS team members to use generative AI on a daily basis, and how making innovation a national priority will position Canada to lead on the global AI stage. https://lnkd.in/ddxCdU64

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The federal government is trying to limit who can provide Internet services across Canada, including stopping TELUS from expanding its Internet service to more Canadians. I think we can all agree that more choice means better service and happier customers in the long run. If you agree, share this post and add your signature to our petition to #DemandMoreInternetChoice. Your signature can make a huge difference in helping protect choice in Canada. #TeamTELUS

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“Countdown to the Mobile Ecosystem Forum in Toronto starts now! 🚀 I’ll be exploring ‘Emerging from the Shadows,’ a crucial theme advocating for a move from the anonymity of 5-digit codes to the rich, engaging RCS branded experiences.  While RCS boasts many advanced features, my favorite remains its simplest yet most transformative aspect: replacing faceless codes with your brand’s name and logo. Can you imagine receiving a message on your phone from your bank and you actually see the bank's name and logo - CRAZY right? This shift may seem straightforward, but it’s set to revolutionize the messaging landscape, enhancing visibility and trust for brands while vastly improving the user experience for consumers. Join me as I dive deeper into why this evolution is vital for modern communication. #RCS #Branding #MEFToronto #MEF #A2PRCS”

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Check out the article Nimmi Kanji, executive director of our Foundation published on @TheFutureEconomy.ca about why we need more young people with lived experience in decision-making roles to see real, systemic change.

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