Who are the favourites?
Before its consortium fell apart, MTS Allstream was seen as the odds-on favourite to acquire enough spectrum to launch a national carrier. Quebecor and Eastlink are expected to win enough spectrum to start networks in their home regions. Shaw’s intentions have mystified observers, and no one is quite sure what to make of Globalive, since the company’s participation comes as a surprise. Rogers, Bell and Telus are all expected to acquire portions of spectrum that are not reserved for new entrants, as well.
