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Globalive Named One of Canada's Best Managed Companies for Seven Straight Years

Tue February 22nd 2011

TORONTO, ON - February 22, 2011 – Globalive Communications Corp., a leading provider of next generation telecommunications solutions globally, was recognized as a Platinum Club Member by Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies; this is Globalive’s seventh consecutive year being recognized as one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies, leading to this prestigious designation as a Platinum Club Member.

Mon June 7th 2010

When their team scores, Canadian soccer fans across the nation can now call their friends and family abroad - for free. From June 11th to July 11th Yak is giving away free calls to all countries competing for the cup with 10-10-925. Soccer fanatics simply need to register online at www.yak.ca/soccer2010 before the end of the tournament to access their free calls.

Mon March 1st 2010

For a nation in love with the ‘bundle’, there’s a new reason to talk, text and surf. Globalive’s Yak and WIND Mobile have partnered to offer Canada’s newest national wireless service to Yak customers, creating the most competitive and contract-free bundle in Canada.

Fri December 11th 2009

New wireless company Globalive Wireless Management Corp. could launch as early as next week in Toronto and Calgary after the federal government ruled that it is Canadian-owned and controlled, a move that should give consumers more choice as it and other new players enter the market.

Fri December 11th 2009

The federal government's decision Friday to allow Globalive Wireless Management Corp. to offer cellphone service in Canada will create 100 new jobs in Windsor, says the company's chairman and chief executive officer.

Fri December 11th 2009

There will soon be a fourth wireless player in Canada. Federal Industry Minister Tony Clement overturned a regulatory ruling barring Globalive Wireless from entering the telecom space.

Fri December 11th 2009

Globalive will enter the Canadian wireless space, after Industry Minister Tony Clement ruled that the company meets Canadian ownership requirements. The decision which overturned an earlier CRTC judgement, allows the company to offer its Wind Mobile service to consumers. BNN speaks to Anthony Lacavera, chairman, Globalive.

Thu September 10th 2009

Yak Communications is partnering with Roots Canada to offer an exclusive contest and promotion as Tinsel Town takes over Toronto during the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) from September 10th to 19th.

Wed August 26th 2009

This month's decision forcing Bell's ISP customers to charge subscribers usage fees has one provider preparing to cut ties to the telco. However, another ISP says there are few options

Wed August 12th 2009

Yak Communications (Canada) Corp., a telecommunications company owned by Globalive Communications Corp., announced that it has moved all of its residential high speed Internet customers onto its own business grade top level hierarchical internet network, marking a complete departure from Yak’s previous resale model.

Fri July 17th 2009

Yak Communications (Canada) Corp., a telecommunications company owned by Globalive Communications Corp., has partnered with visaperks to provide Canadian Visa cardholders with special savings on Yak’s exceptional long distance service offering.

Mon March 23rd 2009

Yak Communications (Canada) Corp, a telecommunications company owned by Globalive Communications Corp., has partnered with Ingle International to offer Yak’s customers exclusive savings on a variety of services including home, auto, travel, life and health insurance.

Tue February 10th 2009

Yak Communications (Canada) Corp, a telecommunications company owned by Globalive Communications Corp., has engaged Endeavour as its new Agency of Record.

Mon February 2nd 2009

Globalive Communications Corp.’s new customer service centre opened today, creating over 100 jobs for the city of Windsor.

Tue September 30th 2008

Yak Communications (Canada) Corp. (Yak) has selected Phone Card Depot (PCD) as the first online retailer to carry Yak’s pre-paid long distance calling card.

Wed September 3rd 2008

Yak Communications is launching an exciting new national contest for numerous exciting prizes including free monthly trips anywhere in the world, free year-long service packages and instant free calls – just by dialing 10-10-925 before your long distance number!

Wed July 23rd 2008

Yak Communications will be participating in one of Toronto’s most exciting cultural celebrations, this year’s annual Toronto Caribbean Carnival Festival (Caribana).

Mon December 3rd 2007

Yak Communications (Canada) Corp., a subsidiary of Globalive Communications Corp., today announced that it has filed applications with the Canadian Radio-Television and Telecommunications Commission (the “CRTC”) seeking to remove a long distance “access fee” recently introduced by TELUS. Among the remedies Yak is seeking, Yak has applied for an order that consumers who have already paid this new fee be reimbursed by TELUS.

Tue November 20th 2007

Yak Communications launched today an exclusive long distance rate for Newfoundlanders to call their loved ones in Alberta. Newfoundlanders can now get unlimited calling to family and friends any time of the day and anywhere in Alberta for only five dollars per month.

Mon November 5th 2007

A new competitor in the home phone service market launched today, giving British Columbians more choice and the ability to save as much as 40% per cent on their phone bills. Yak Home Phone, introduced by Yak Communications, offers a fully loaded home phone line for $34.95 per month and customers are not required to sign any contracts.

Mon November 5th 2007

A new competitor in the home phone service and high speed internet market launched today, giving Ontarians more choice and the ability to save as much as 40% per cent on their phone and high speed internet bills. Yak, which is known nationally for its dial-around long distance service, formally launched two new services including: Home Phone, and Yak High Speed Internet. Both services are offered at $34.95 a month and customers are not required to sign any contracts.

Mon August 20th 2007

According to a recent survey, the majority of Canadian men find Canadian women sexier than American women. And for men looking to check out some of our nation’s sexiest ladies, the first-ever Yak Face of Maxim Canada competition is taking place August 25th in Toronto.

Sat May 12th 2007

Some Telus customers are still being charged $2.95 for not having a Telus long-distance plan, despite a ruling last month from the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission calling the charge unauthorized.