Timeline
Public Safety Canada is currently considering potential models for a Public Safety Broadband Network in Canada. The following timeline provides an overview of events that will shape the PSBN implementation in Canada.
1) June 28th, 2019
TNCO Interim Report Published (Mid-Point Recommendations on finalist models and Directions for PSBN business / governance model decision)
2) July - October, 2019
Public Comment Period on TNCO Report - anyone from the public can view and comment on the TNCO mid-term recommendations. Final opportunity for changes to PSBN policy.
3) October 2019 - January 2020
TNCO Final Report Write-Up - Released January 2020.
4) End of First Quarter - 2020
TNCO Report and Final PSBN Recommendations sent to Provincial / Territorial / Federal Deputy Ministers of Public Safety for March 2020 Meeting to Approve TNCO Report.
5) Second Quarter - 2020
After Deputy Minister's approve report a final recommendation is sent from Deputy Minister's to ISED for final licencing. Last public solicitation on license costs and then licenses granted in late 2020. Provincial / National PSBN(s) start after this point.
6) Second Quarter - 2022
TNCO released the report: A Public Safety Broadband Network for Canada: A Canadian Approach to Implementation of the Next Generation of Public Safety Communications following a presentation to FPT Ministers Responsible for Emergency Management.
7) August - October 2024
Public Safety Canada sought public input on Consultation on a Governance Framework for a Nationwide Public Safety Broadband Network. A report based on submissions received is expected in due course.
