Videotron Contract

Although the Videotron contract does not come up for renewal until February 2017, we have begun the analysis of the implications of continuing or not continuing.

Things have changed considerably in the almost 4 years since the last contract was signed.

1.       Technology has changed

2.       Competitive products such as Bell Fibe are more advanced than Videotron’s current offering

3.       Streaming services such as Netflix are now mainstream.

4.       Cord cutting is market trend where people no longer watch “conventional” TV.

As such, we have calculated the cable component of each condo’s condo fee and compared it to Videotron’s retail offerings. What we can tell you at this point is that even the largest condos in our buildings save money compared to retail. Should we decide to not renew our contract, condo fees will be reduced accordingly. However, it does not make sense to save $24 per month and then have to pay more directly to Videotron for less service. It is still a great deal for anyone who needs a conventional TV subscription. It is a bad deal for someone who never watches television and would not have a subscription at all. 

Also, if we cancel the TV contract, the internet group at Videotron will not be possible. However, there are other options at only a slightly higher cost.

Sometime in the next 3 months, you will receive a letter from the administration detailing the implications of the cable contract to your specific condo. We will be asking you whether you believe we should renew or simply cancel the contract. We will also ask for suggestions about what is needed to improve the TV or Internet service if we do renew.