Last mentioned: Mar 25, 2026
Service Termination
The Weatheradio network is officially decommissioned, shifting all alerts to digital platforms.
Modernization Review
The federal government begins evaluating the cost-effectiveness of maintaining analog radio infrastructure.
Alert Ready Introduction
Canada launches the national cellular emergency alert system to complement radio broadcasts.
Service Launch
Environment Canada begins broadcasting weather information via the Weatheradio VHF network.
The Canadian government has officially terminated its long-standing Weatheradio service, transitioning exclusively to digital and cellular alert systems. The move has sparked intense debate over the safety of remote communities and mariners who remain outside the reach of reliable mobile network coverage.