The Globe and Mail reports in its Saturday edition that the CRTC says it wants to help Canadians gain access to new competitively priced mobile-service plans and improve service transparency through potential changes to consumer codes. The Globe's Irene Galea writes that the consultations stem from amendments to the Telecommunications Act introduced in Ottawa's latest budget. The broadcast regulator is now asking the public to weigh in to determine the specifics of those changes. Telecom prices have been dropping in recent months as competition between carriers has increased, but some consumers may not be able take full advantage of lower prices because of fees or other obstacles, said Scott Hutton, the CRTC's vice-president of consumer, analytics and strategy. The proposed changes aim to make it easier for Canadians to switch between plans and providers. "Prices in the markets are changing and coming down," he said. "But Canadians don't feel that just yet." One consultation relates to the notifications that carriers must send subscribers before their plans end. The CRTC is considering whether to require carriers to notify subscribers before any promotional pricing ends and provide alternative plans to customers.