Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada Designates Wi-Fi Alliance Services Corporation as an Automated Frequency Coordination System Administrator
Austin, TX – February 27, 2025 – Wi-Fi Alliance Services Corporation, a subsidiary of Wi-Fi Alliance, proudly announces that Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) has designated Wi-Fi Alliance Services Corporation as an Automated Frequency Coordination System Administrator (AFCSA). This designation empowers Wi-Fi Alliance Services Corporation to deliver cutting-edge AFC system services across Canada, maximizing the benefits of 6 GHz Wi-Fi connectivity in Canada.
As an AFCSA, Wi-Fi Alliance Services Corporation will operate its AFC system capable of identifying available frequencies and determining the maximum permissible power levels for registered license-exempt standard-power Wi-Fi devices. This dynamic spectrum access capability complies with ISED's regulatory framework, ensuring seamless and efficient use of the 6 GHz spectrum.
“The ISED’s decision marks a significant step forward in enabling robust, high-performance Wi-Fi in Canada,” said Kevin Robinson, President and CEO of Wi-Fi Alliance Services. “With our AFC system, Canadians will benefit from greater Wi-Fi availability and reliability, unlocking new opportunities for innovation across various industries and use cases.”
The implementation of the AFC system underscores Wi-Fi Alliance Services Corporation's unwavering commitment to advancing Wi-Fi technology and enriching the digital landscape in Canada.
For more information on Wi-Fi Alliance’s AFC initiatives, please visit www.Wi-Fi.com.