CBC Radio One: The Current explores Internet Overcharging in Canada:

It’s hard to believe that just eighteen years ago — back in 1993 — we were only beginning to grasp what the Internet could do for us. Today, the Internet is an integral part of the global economy, a powerful political tool, and something many couldn’t imagine living without. That’s partly why the cost of Internet access has been at the centre of a national debate for the past week.

The debate was sparked by the CRTC’s decision to approve what’s known as “usage-based billing.” Then Federal Industry Minister Tony Clement tweeted that Ottawa wouldn’t accept the ruling. And the CRTC is now reviewing its decision and has put out a call to Canadians asking them to weigh in with their opinions.

Today we look at the implications of the different ways of charging for Internet access and we also ask if the Internet should be treated more like a utility or even a human right.

CBC Radio One’s program, The Current explores Canada’s attitude towards usage-based billing and what implications it hold for an increasingly digital society. Steve Anderson from Openmedia.ca joins the program to debate the notion usage-based billing “saves” light users’ money.  (28 minutes)
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