Bell is concerned about the multiplication of copper flights on its network, which would threaten the security of citizens, especially in the Saguenay region, Quebec.
“Maltering often damages other infrastructures such as fiber optic cables. These crimes can also endanger lives when the population cannot reach 911 due to the damage, “said Mark McDonald, executive vice-president of Bell Canada on Thursday.
According to the company, the phenomenon is such that it is now necessary to fear for public security and communication infrastructure.
In total, Bell notes more than 2270 copper flights in the country for three years. This is an increase of 88% of incidents affecting the physical security of its network.
Alarm installations, cameras, hiring of security agents, prosecution … Bell wishes to do more and invites governments to move also in this file.
“The company urges the Senatural Transport and Communications Committee to revive its study on theft in the telecommunications sector,” said one.
