Hello Deaf community,
There has been some confusion or misunderstandings about what the CRTC Wireless Code means, when it took effect on December 2, 2013.
This became apparent through facebook, twitter, e-mail messages, and requests came through to ask that I try to explain what the wireless code is in sign language and how it applies to the Deaf regarding disability friendly phone plans. I accepted the challenge, and here is my first attempt to try to explain in ASL, smile.
Youtube video of my attempt to explain in ASL – http://youtu.be/ZXHC1fsNOLw
You will see in this video that the deaf, or rather “disability,” friendly wireless plans for mobile phones do not take in effect until March 2014.
If you want more specifics, do let me know, feel free to contact me at lisandkellett@gmail.com
REFERENCE Web Links:
Long version Wireless Code URL: http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/archive/2013/2013-271.htm
Short version Wireless Code URL : http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/info_sht/t14.htm
Infographic webpage URL: http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/info_sht/t16.htm
CRTC’s short video explaining the wireless code: http://youtu.be/vNuIejPTRGE
Consumer checklist webpage URL : http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/info_sht/t15.htm
Wireless Code Press Release: http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2013/r130603.htm#.Up6vGJH1f5d
