In Canada, ISED manages spectrum (except the spectrum used for broadcasting, which is managed by the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission [CRTC]) using primarily a first-come, first-served approach to assign frequencies and issue licences.
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The FCC is responsible for managing and licensing the electromagnetic spectrum for commercial users and for non-commercial users including: state, county and local governments.
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