BCE

BCE is the largest communications company in Canada.

History

BCE was founded in April 29, 1880 as Bell Telephone Company of Canada. On March 7, 1968, use of corporate name Bell Canada was authorized. On April 28, 1983, Bell Canada Enterprises Inc. (BCE) became the parent company of Bell Canada. The company continues its leadership in the communications industry even in the 21st century.

Mission

The mission of BCE is to provide the most comprehensive and innovative suite of communication services to residential and business customers in Canada.

Scope of Operation

BCE helps consumers meet their communications needs in many ways. It offers information communications technology (ICT) solutions to leading large enterprises, small and medium businesses, (SMBs) public sector organizations, and individuals in Canada and abroad. Specific services offered by BCE include:

• Telephone
• Wireless
• High-speed Internet
• Digital Television
• Voice Over IP

Key Statistics

• Assets of $34.94 billion
• Profits of $1.69 billion in 2006
• Operations in Canada and abroad
• 60,000 employees

Organization

The corporate governance of BCE includes:

• Board
• Corporate Governance Committee
• Audit Committee
• Management Resources and Compensation Committee
• Pension Fund Committee

International Ranking

• 224 in the world according to Forbes Magazine
• 405 on the Fortune Global 500 list

Subsidiaries

The divisions of BCE include but are not limited to:

• Bell Canada
• Bell Aliant
• Bell Nexxia
• Bell Mobility
• Bell West Inc.
• BELL EXPRESSVU
• BELL SYMPATICO
• BELL DIGITAL VOICE

Headquarter Address

1000 Rue de la Gaucheti
Ouest
Bureau 3700
W., Montreal, Quebec H3B 4Y7
Canada
Phone: 514-870-8777
Website URL: www.bce.ca