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STIR/SHAKEN is a set of procedures aiming to verify caller identity. They are intended to help combat unwanted calls received by members of the public. STIR (Secure Telephone Identity Revisited) is an acronym for a set of standards that allow a telecommunications service provider to verify the legitimacy of a caller’s number when a call is made. SHAKEN (Signature-based Handling of Asserted Information using toKENs) is an acronym for a framework that allows different operators to deploy the STIR protocol to authenticate calls made and received on the IP network. Why it’s important The STIR/SHAKEN standards involve different ways to indicate whether the caller number displayed on compatible mobile devices is trustworthy. The CRTC has required all Canadian telecommunications service providers to implement these standards to combat caller identity spoofing. Good to know: Spoofing is a technique that alters the caller ID information displayed on your phone to hide the caller’s identity. This technique is based on the principle that we are more likely to respond when we receive a call that appears legitimate (such as a local phone number). Spoofing can be used for unethical reasons such as deceptive telemarketing or fraud. There are times, however, when changing the caller’s identity is acceptable. A doctor for instance, calling to discuss a patient’s lab results may want to display the hospital’s number rather than their personal number. Under what conditions can a number be verified? Because the standards are being rolled out and are not yet supported by all vendors, not all calls are verified. A caller’s number can only be verified if it meets all of the following criteria: The standard is applied by both caller’s and the recipient’s telephone service provider. The voice call is made between individuals who subscribe to a Canadian telecommunications service. The call is
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How do I identify my account number to transfer my number to Fizz?
If you are following the process of transferring your current phone number to Fizz, the table below outlines the account number formats used by different providers. Your account number is on your bill or in the client account for your current provider. If you cannot find your account number, or if you are not unsure about which number to use, we advise you to submit your transfer request using the IMEI for the phone you are using with your current provider. To find your IMEI, dial *#06# on your phone’s keyboard. If the number is more than 15 digits long, enter only the first 15 digits. Provider Mobile Landline Format Supporting information Bell 9 digits Never starts with a "0". Do not use the 14-digit account number starting with ZZZ. Rogers 9 digits Telus Mobility Up to 9 digits You can omit the "0"(s) if the number starts with one or more "0"s. However, if you type the “0”(s) it will not be rejected. Telus 10 digits Fido 9 digits ACN 9 digits Aliant 1234567(space)8 Enter only the first 7 digits. Omit the "0"(s) if the number starts with one or more "0"s. Omit the digit after the space. However, if you type the “0”(s) or the number after the space it will not be rejected. Aliant Mobility 1234567-8 Enter only the first 7 digits. Omit the "0"s if the number starts with one or more "0"s. Omit the number after the hyphen. Entering the "0" (s) in front of the number and / or the digit after the hyphen will cause the request to be rejected. Cityfone Telecommunications Inc. 8 digits Omit the "0"(s) if the number starts with one or more "0"s. However, if you enter the "0"(s) or the number following the space it will not be
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How do I unsubscribe from Fizz Mobile?
If you wish to unsubscribe from Fizz Home Internet, go here : How do I unsubscribe from Fizz Home Internet? Before we say our farewells, let's check a few things so we make sure Fizz is working for you, and your wallet. Are your My Rewards upgrades activated on your mobile plan? Based on your My Rewards level, you can enjoy free data and even a rebate on the price of your plan. Every month. Check my upgrades. Is there a plan or price that would better fit your needs? If so, just make the switch in your account. All Fizz members have access to posted prices. No need to negotiate. You can change your plan every month if you want. How to modify my plan. Do you know anyone who is looking for an Internet or mobile provider? The idea here is to get yourself some referral bonuses applied as a reduction on your upcoming Fizz payments. Share your referral code with as many friends as you want. You may even end up not having to pay for your own Fizz services. Reveal my code. If this really is goodbye. We’re sorry to see you go. You can unsubscribe from your plan at any time, but the cancellation will officially take effect at the end of your current payment cycle. You will not receive any pro rated refund. Fizz is a prepaid mobile service, and the choice to cancel before the end of your cycle is yours. For example, if you unsubscribe on day 1 of your payment cycle, your plan will be officially closed in 29 days. The only exception is if the cancellation occurs during the trial period. Any money in your Fizz wallet will be automatically refunded at the end of your payment cycle. If you
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How does financing with Affirm work?
PayBright is now Affirm. If you have a payment plan with PayBright for a phone you bought with Fizz, no worries. While their name is changing, your agreement stays the same, with the same conditions. The payment solution offered by Affirm on fizz.ca varies based on the value of the purchase you’re considering: Pay in 4 for small purchases: The amount of your purchase is equally split over 4 payments. Monthly instalments for large purchases: The amount of your purchase is spread over a period that varies between 12 and 24 months depending on the phone model and your eligibility. How Pay in 4 works. You’ll have four (4) automatic pre-authorized payments charged to your Visa or Mastercard credit or debit card : a first payment when you receive your purchase, and one payment every two weeks after that. Good to know: this payment solution won’t impact your credit score. How monthly instalments with Affirm work. Over how many months can I finance the purchase of my phone? The number of months over which you can finance your purchase varies between 12 and 24. The number varies based on the value of your purchase and your eligibility. You’ll be presented with three choices and have the opportunity to select the term that suits you best. You’ll have all the details when you fill out your request with Affirm. How do I make my monthly payments? Your monthly pre-authorized payments are configured with Affirm via your Visa or Mastercard credit or debit card , or your checking account. Who can apply to pay with Affirm, and how? Affirm payment plans are available to Canadian residents who have reached the legal age of majority in the province in which they reside. Other requirements include: Depending on the plan, a Canadian bank account
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How to obtain complete satisfaction
Contact the management team for Fizz Customer Service. Fill in the form to detail and submit your complaint to the management team for Fizz Customer Service. We’ll be in touch with you within 48 hours of receiving your form. Fill out the form Chat live with one of our agents Most problems are resolved following this step. To chat with our Customer Service team, go to https://fizz.ca/en/support Submit a complaint Our Customer Service team is there to help you. Our goal is to make your Fizz journey runs as smooth as possible. If your issue hasn’t been addressed, or if you’re not satisfied with the result, we apologize and request that you submit an official complaint to the management team for Fizz Customer Service with a detailed account of your issue so we can address it properly. Fill out the online form, clearly describing the issue and why the solution we’ve proposed does not meet your needs. A member from our specialized team will contact you by email within 48 business hours of receiving your form. Fill out the form Commission for Complaints for Telecom-Television Services (CCTS) CCTS is an independent agency whose mandate is to resolve complaints of consumers about their telecom and TV services, and complaints of small business customers about their telecom services, free of charge. If you have a complaint about your telephone, wireless, internet or TV service, you must first try to resolve it directly with your service provider. If you have done so and have been unable to reach a satisfactory resolution, CCTS may be able to help you. To learn more about CCTS, you may visit its website at www.ccts-cprst.ca or call toll-free at 1-888-221-1687. .
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How do I subscribe to the T911 service?
The T911 service enables people who are living with an auditory or speech disability to communicate with the 911 emergency service using text messaging. Activate the T911 service in > My plans > Manage > Advanced parameters. If you have more than one plan on your account, the T911 service must be activated for each relevant plan. To use the T911 service you must: Have an active Fizz mobile account Have a phone compatible with the T911 service Activate the service in > My plans > Manage > Advanced parameters Reside where the T911 service is available It can take up to 5 business days to process your request for T911 service. If accepted, you will receive a text message confirming the activation of the service. If you have not received a text message after 5 working days, please notify us by chat or by using the Proof of disability form. Although the T911 service is currently available in only a limited number of regions in Canada, you can still sign up for it. To find out about where the T911 service is available, see: http://textwith911.ca/en/home/ How to make an emergency call using T911 Make a call to 911. The 911 emergency dispatcher will send you a text message. Continue the communication via text message. Do not hang up! Your call must be active for the full duration of the T911 text conversation. This allows the agent to hear what’s happening in your immediate environment during the call.
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Subscription area versus coverage area
Mobile services are available in the provinces of Quebec, Ontario, Manitoba, Alberta, and British Columbia. To check if your address is located in an area where the subscription is available and to get more details about the coverage, please refer to our dynamic coverage map. What is the difference between my coverage area and subscription area? Your coverage area is where you can use your Fizz plan without paying roaming fees. When you subscribed and created your plan, you chose your coverage area: provincial (Quebec, Ontario, British Colombia, Alberta or Manitoba), Canada or USA + Canada. If you roam outside your coverage area, you can use your Fizz plan on our partner networks. Log into your account any time to change your coverage area: How to change your plan. Any change will take effect at the start of your next payment cycle. If you selected the provincial coverage in your plan, consider buying a Travel Add-on or an International call Add-on to make your calls to Canada or the United States. The subscription area is the area where you must live to be a Fizz subscriber. If you live in the subscription area and your address is not recognized, do not hesitate to contact us so that we check with you. Use your Fizz account to check whether a destination is included or not in your coverage area. Once logged in, under your mobile plan, click on Manage / Add-ons. Enter the destination. If the search gives no result, it means that the destination is included in the coverage area you chose for your plan. If on the contrary you see various price options to make or receive calls for this country, this means that this destination is not included in your coverage area. Good to know: Hawaii, Alaska and
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When will my Fizz package be delivered?
The delivery of your package, whether it is a SIM card, a phone or a Wi-Fi modem, is done by a third party. The delivery date indicated on your order summary is for reference only; Fizz cannot guarantee a specific delivery date. Important: The scheduled delivery date cannot be changed. What are the delivery times for a SIM card or a device? You should plan between 2 to 5 working days for the delivery of a SIM card. Deliveries are made from Monday to Friday between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm. If the delivery time includes a holiday, it will take an extra day for delivery. For a phone or Wi-Fi modem, you will receive an email with a tracking number to follow your package. To check the status of your delivery: Log into your account and go to My settings > Order history > View Details Click on the shipment number to view your delivery details on the courier's website. Good to know: for Planète Courrier, go to "click for more info" and enter the postal code of the delivery address to see the delivery details. An issue with your delivery? Contact the courier directly. If their team can't help you, contact us by chat and we'll see what's the best way to help you. I missed my delivery of a phone or Wi-Fi modem. What should I do? Instructions to follow will be available in your Order History. From your Fizz account, go to My settings > Order History > View Details Click on the shipping number to access the courier instructions. You may need to schedule a new delivery attempt, or need to pick up your package yourself for example. Particulars for the delivery of a phone or a Wi-Fi modem. If you are expecting delivery of