2022-09-30_Updated_Final report_Aligning spectrum and economic priorities

This report reviews existing literature and the economic impacts of connectivity; considers Canada’s approach to spectrum policy allocation with comparisons to other jurisdictions; and proposes a performance framework for evaluating spectrum holistically with consideration of the alignment of spectrum policy to declared priorities for connectivity. [...] 43 In addition, the higher income generated due to the initial increase in demand leads to higher demand for all goods and services in the economy (the multiplier impact).44 Second, the extent to which broadband services are used and the way they are used (adoption), can have significant impact on the economy and the well- being of people.45 In general, internet and digital connectivity can improv. [...] The size of the impact of internet penetration was impacted by the level of economic development, industrial structure, and the level of international trade. [...] The rise of information and communications technology (ICT) played a major role in the labour productivity increases of the late 1990s and early 2000s.73 The rollout of 5G, especially coupled with the rise of AI and IoT, is expected to drive future growth in labour productivity.74 Labour Productivity Note that Labour Productivity refers to how much is being produced per worker. [...] The magnitude of the economic and social impact, however, depends on how connectivity is used and the degree of maturity in broadband connectivity.