Rogers Communications completes merger with Shaw Communications

Rogers Communications (RCI) announced it has completed its merger with Shaw Communications (SJR). "This is a momentous day for our customers, who will benefit from the latest services and network technology, and for our teams, who have worked so hard to get us here. We’re proud to bring together these two iconic companies to deliver more value, more connectivity, and more innovation for Canadians… "We plan to bring together our products and services for Canadians in a way we never have before. This is a business of scale, and we can now deliver even more value for consumers and businesses on Canada’s largest and best national network," said Tony Staffieri, President and CEO, Rogers. As a result of the merger, the Shaw family has become one of the largest shareholders of Rogers. Brad Shaw and Trevor English, Shaw’s former Executive Vice President and Chief Financial and Corporate Development Officer, have been designated for nomination to the Rogers Board of Directors. They are expected to be appointed to the Rogers Board on April 4, the companies stated.