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Quebecor, Rogers, Shaw Provide Statement Regarding Mediation With the Commissioner of Competition

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Thursday, October 27, 2022
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We are disappointed with this outcome and believe that litigation is both unnecessary and harmful to competition.

Key Points: 
  • We are disappointed with this outcome and believe that litigation is both unnecessary and harmful to competition.
  • Once completed, our proposed series of transactions will positively transform the Canadian telecommunications industry in both the wireline and wireless segments.
  • Quebecors commitment to lower wireless prices for Canadians across the country is one of the many benefits that the proposed transactions will create.
  • Together, these transactions will deliver world-leading, affordable telecommunications that Canadian consumers need and deserve for today and into the future."

Quebecor, Rogers, Shaw Provide Statement Regarding Mediation With the Commissioner of Competition

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Thursday, October 27, 2022
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We are disappointed with this outcome and believe that litigation is both unnecessary and harmful to competition.

Key Points: 
  • We are disappointed with this outcome and believe that litigation is both unnecessary and harmful to competition.
  • Once completed, our proposed series of transactions will positively transform the Canadian telecommunications industry in both the wireline and wireless segments.
  • Quebecors commitment to lower wireless prices for Canadiansacross the country is one of the many benefits that the proposed transactions will create.
  • Together, these transactions will deliver world-leading, affordable telecommunications that Canadian consumers need and deserve for today and into the future."

QUEBECOR, ROGERS, SHAW PROVIDE STATEMENT REGARDING MEDIATION WITH THE COMMISSIONER OF COMPETITION

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Thursday, October 27, 2022
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We are disappointed with this outcome and believe that litigation is both unnecessary and harmful to competition.

Key Points: 
  • We are disappointed with this outcome and believe that litigation is both unnecessary and harmful to competition.
  • Once completed, our proposed series of transactions will positively transform the Canadian telecommunications industry in both the wireline and wireless segments.
  • Quebecor's commitment to lower wireless prices for Canadians across the country is one of the many benefits that the proposed transactions will create.
  • Together, these transactions will deliver world-leading, affordable telecommunications that Canadian consumers need and deserve for today and into the future."

Rogers, Shaw and Quebecor Sign Definitive Agreement for Sale of Freedom Mobile

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Friday, August 12, 2022
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TORONTO, MONTREAL and CALGARY, Alberta, Aug. 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rogers Communications Inc. (“Rogers”), Shaw Communications Inc. (“Shaw”) and Quebecor Inc. (“Quebecor”) today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement (the “Agreement”) for the sale of Freedom Mobile Inc. (“Freedom”) to Videotron Ltd., a subsidiary of Quebecor (the “Freedom Transaction”), subject to regulatory approvals and closing of the merger of Shaw and Rogers announced on March 15, 2021 (the “Rogers-Shaw Transaction”).

Key Points: 
  • This definitive agreement is substantially consistent with the terms previously announced on June 17, 2022.
  • Quebecor has shown that it is the best player to create real competition and disrupt the market.
  • This Agreement with Quebecor brings us one step closer to completing our merger with Shaw, said Tony Staffieri, President and CEO of Rogers.
  • My family, our management team, and our people are extremely proud of what we built with Freedom Mobile.

Rogers, Shaw and Quebecor Sign Definitive Agreement for Sale of Freedom Mobile

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Friday, August 12, 2022
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TORONTO and MONTREAL and CALGARY, Alberta, Aug. 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rogers Communications Inc. (“Rogers”), Shaw Communications Inc. (“Shaw”) and Quebecor Inc. (“Quebecor”) today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement (the “Agreement”) for the sale of Freedom Mobile Inc. (“Freedom”) to Videotron Ltd., a subsidiary of Quebecor (the “Freedom Transaction”), subject to regulatory approvals and closing of the merger of Shaw and Rogers announced on March 15, 2021 (the “Rogers-Shaw Transaction”).

Key Points: 
  • This definitive agreement is substantially consistent with the terms previously announced on June 17, 2022.
  • Quebecor has shown that it is the best player to create real competition and disrupt the market.
  • This Agreement with Quebecor brings us one step closer to completing our merger with Shaw, said Tony Staffieri, President and CEO of Rogers.
  • My family, our management team, and our people are extremely proud of what we built with Freedom Mobile.

Rogers and Shaw Extend Outside Date of Proposed Merger

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Wednesday, July 27, 2022
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TORONTO and CALGARY, Alberta, July 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rogers Communications Inc. (Rogers), Shaw Communications Inc. (Shaw) and the Shaw Family Living Trust have agreed to extend the outside date of the proposed merger of Rogers and Shaw (the Transaction) to December 31, 2022 (which outside date may be further extended to January 31, 2023 at the option of Rogers or Shaw, provided Rogers has committed financing available to complete the merger), demonstrating their commitment to completing this transformative combination.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO and CALGARY, Alberta, July 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rogers Communications Inc. (Rogers), Shaw Communications Inc. (Shaw) and the Shaw Family Living Trust have agreed to extend the outside date of the proposed merger of Rogers and Shaw (the Transaction) to December 31, 2022 (which outside date may be further extended to January 31, 2023 at the option of Rogers or Shaw, provided Rogers has committed financing available to complete the merger), demonstrating their commitment to completing this transformative combination.
  • Rogers and Shaw continue to pursue the divestiture of Freedom Mobile to Quebecor on the terms set out in the previously disclosed agreement.
  • Any forward-looking information contained in this news release represent expectations as of the date of this news release and are subject to change after such date.
  • Neither Rogers, Shaw nor Quebecor are under any obligation (and Rogers, Shaw and Quebecor expressly disclaim any such obligation) to update or alter any statements containing forward-looking information, except as required by law.

Rogers and Shaw Extend Outside Date of Proposed Merger

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Wednesday, July 27, 2022
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TORONTO and CALGARY, Alberta, July 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rogers Communications Inc. (Rogers), Shaw Communications Inc. (Shaw) and the Shaw Family Living Trust have agreed to extend the outside date of the proposed merger of Rogers and Shaw (the Transaction) to December 31, 2022 (which outside date may be further extended to January 31, 2023 at the option of Rogers or Shaw, provided Rogers has committed financing available to complete the merger), demonstrating their commitment to completing this transformative combination.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO and CALGARY, Alberta, July 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rogers Communications Inc. (Rogers), Shaw Communications Inc. (Shaw) and the Shaw Family Living Trust have agreed to extend the outside date of the proposed merger of Rogers and Shaw (the Transaction) to December 31, 2022 (which outside date may be further extended to January 31, 2023 at the option of Rogers or Shaw, provided Rogers has committed financing available to complete the merger), demonstrating their commitment to completing this transformative combination.
  • Rogers and Shaw continue to pursue the divestiture of Freedom Mobile to Quebecor on the terms set out in the previously disclosed agreement.
  • Any forward-looking information contained in this news release represent expectations as of the date of this news release and are subject to change after such date.
  • Neither Rogers, Shaw nor Quebecor are under any obligation (and Rogers, Shaw and Quebecor expressly disclaim any such obligation) to update or alter any statements containing forward-looking information, except as required by law.

Rogers, Shaw and Quebecor Announce Agreement for Sale of Freedom Mobile

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Saturday, June 18, 2022
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TORONTO and CALGARY, Alberta and MONTREAL, June 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rogers Communications Inc. (“Rogers”), Shaw Communications Inc. (“Shaw”) and Quebecor Inc. (“Quebecor”) today announced an agreement (the “Divestiture Agreement”) for the sale of Freedom Mobile Inc. (“Freedom”) to Quebecor, subject to regulatory approval (the “Freedom Transaction”). The Freedom Transaction will ensure the presence of a strong and sustainable fourth wireless carrier across Canada. The parties strongly believe the agreement effectively addresses the concerns raised by the Commissioner of Competition and the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry regarding viable and sustainable wireless competition in Canada.

Key Points: 
  • Quebecor brings an undeniable operational and competitive track record, as well as significant financial resources
    TORONTO and CALGARY, Alberta and MONTREAL, June 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rogers Communications Inc. (Rogers), Shaw Communications Inc. (Shaw) and Quebecor Inc. (Quebecor) today announced an agreement (the Divestiture Agreement) for the sale of Freedom Mobile Inc. (Freedom) to Quebecor, subject to regulatory approval (the Freedom Transaction).
  • The Divestiture Agreement provides for the sale of all of Freedom branded wireless and Internet customers as well as all of Freedoms infrastructure, spectrum and retail locations.
  • Our agreement with Quebecor to divest Freedom is a critical step towards completing our proposed merger with Shaw.
  • Mr. Pladeau added that Quebecor and Rogers have always had a strong relationship.This trilateral agreement with Shaw is yet another example.

Rogers, Shaw and Quebecor Announce Agreement for Sale of Freedom Mobile

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Saturday, June 18, 2022
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TORONTO and CALGARY, Alberta and MONTREAL, June 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rogers Communications Inc. (“Rogers”), Shaw Communications Inc. (“Shaw”) and Quebecor Inc. (“Quebecor”) today announced an agreement (the “Divestiture Agreement”) for the sale of Freedom Mobile Inc. (“Freedom”) to Quebecor, subject to regulatory approval (the “Freedom Transaction”). The Freedom Transaction will ensure the presence of a strong and sustainable fourth wireless carrier across Canada. The parties strongly believe the agreement effectively addresses the concerns raised by the Commissioner of Competition and the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry regarding viable and sustainable wireless competition in Canada.

Key Points: 
  • Quebecor brings an undeniable operational and competitive track record, as well as significant financial resources
    TORONTO and CALGARY, Alberta and MONTREAL, June 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rogers Communications Inc. (Rogers), Shaw Communications Inc. (Shaw) and Quebecor Inc. (Quebecor) today announced an agreement (the Divestiture Agreement) for the sale of Freedom Mobile Inc. (Freedom) to Quebecor, subject to regulatory approval (the Freedom Transaction).
  • The Divestiture Agreement provides for the sale of all of Freedom branded wireless and Internet customers as well as all of Freedoms infrastructure, spectrum and retail locations.
  • Our agreement with Quebecor to divest Freedom is a critical step towards completing our proposed merger with Shaw.
  • Mr. Pladeau added that Quebecor and Rogers have always had a strong relationship.This trilateral agreement with Shaw is yet another example.

Shaw Marks Shaw Charity Classic 10th anniversary With $1 Million to Support 260 Kids and Youth Charities in Alberta

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Friday, May 27, 2022
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CALGARY, Alberta, May 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Shaw Communications Inc. today announced it is kicking off the 10th anniversary of the Shaw Charity Classic with a $1 million donation to the tournament’s charitable platform.

Key Points: 
  • The $1 million donation will support 260 charities in Alberta through Shaw Birdies for Kids presented by AltaLink, helping to create a lasting and life-changing impact on hundreds of thousands of kids and their families.
  • There is now a generation of kids from Calgary and across Alberta who have grown up with the backdrop of the Shaw Charity Classic supporting the charities and community organizations that are close to them.
  • The Shaw Charity Classic returns to Canyon Meadows Golf and Country Club in Calgary August 1-7.
  • For additional information on the Shaw Charity Classic and Chip in for Kids, please visit shaw.ca/scc .