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Shaw Communications

Shaw Communications Inc.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Shaw Communications Inc. was a Canadian telecommunications company headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. Founded in 1966 as Capital Cable Television Company, Ltd., it provided internet, television, phone and wireless services before being acquired by Rogers Communications in 2023.

History

Shaw was founded in 1966 in Edmonton and later became Shaw Communications Inc. in 1993. It was incorporated in Alberta on 9 December 1966 as Capital Cable Television Co. Ltd. and changed its name to Shaw Communications Inc. in 1993. Founded by JR Shaw, it grew into one of Canada’s major telecommunications companies.

Services

The company offered broadband internet, television, digital phone and wireless services. Its operations included wireline services and wireless services through Freedom Mobile and Shaw Mobile. The business also included services for enterprise and public-sector customers through wireline and network divisions.

Acquisition by Rogers

Rogers Communications completed its acquisition of Shaw in 2023. After the transaction, Shaw’s operations were integrated into Rogers and its brand was gradually phased out. Most Shaw-branded operations were transitioned to Rogers branding after the acquisition.

Key facts

  • Shaw Communications was a Canadian connectivity company serving residential, business and wireless customers.
  • It was incorporated in Alberta on 9 December 1966 as Capital Cable Television Co. Ltd.
  • Shaw was acquired by Rogers Communications and later amalgamated into Rogers in 2023.
  • Most Shaw-branded operations were transitioned to Rogers branding after the acquisition.
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Canadian context

Shaw was a major Canadian telecom provider with a large presence in western Canada, making it relevant to Canadian consumers, businesses and media markets.

Frequently asked questions

What was Shaw Communications?
Shaw Communications was a Canadian telecommunications company that provided internet, television, phone and wireless services.
Where was Shaw Communications headquartered?
It was headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
When was Shaw Communications founded?
It was founded in 1966 as Capital Cable Television Company, Ltd.
Who founded Shaw Communications?
The company was founded by JR Shaw.
What happened to Shaw Communications?
It was acquired by Rogers Communications in 2023 and amalgamated into Rogers.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shaw_Communications
    Supports: Founding date, original name, services, and 2023 acquisition by Rogers.
  2. Shaw Communications Inc. — https://assets.ctfassets.net/tzb4ihmthaev/4DN87u4h8orhORePzV4PMo/a28d5ab921e4f5b3cd9ddd74741aa3eb/AIF_-_FINAL.pdf
    Supports: Incorporation date, name change in 1993, business segments, and headquarters.
  3. Morningstar DBRS — https://dbrs.morningstar.com/issuers/393/shaw-communications-inc
    Supports: Business divisions, wireless services through Freedom Mobile, and Canadian telecommunications profile.
  4. Investing.com — https://in.investing.com/equities/shaw-communications-company-profile
    Supports: Headquarters in Calgary and status as a subsidiary of Rogers Communications after April 2023.