Canada has launched a "do not call list" in which Canadians can block calls from telemarketers. Telemarketers on the list will be fined up to $15,000 for calling banned numbers.Canadian Press: National Do-not-call list (September 30, 2008)
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The do not call list was launched on September 30, 2008Canadian Press: National Do-not-call list (September 30, 2008)
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The list is being run by the broadcast regulator, Canadian Radio and the Television and Telecommunications CommissionCanadian Press: National Do-not-call list (September 30, 2008)
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Pollsters, researchers and government agencies are exempt from the listCanadian Press: National Do-not-call list (September 30, 2008)
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To register a number online go to
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To register by phone call
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The majority of Canadians reportedly seem to be receptive to the new listCanadian Press: National Do-not-call list (September 30, 2008)
