North American Product Classification System (NAPCS) Canada [Provisional Version 0.1]

514 - Motion picture, sound recording, broadcasting and other information services

517021 - Cable and satellite television subscription services

517021.1 - Basic programming package

Providing subscriber access to a basic range of programming services generally for a monthly fee. This package contains the minimum number of channels available to subscribers, as defined by each cable, satellite or MDS operator, and must be purchased to obtain any higher-level programming package. Charges for initial connection to the network, or for reconnection to the network, are included here.

517021.2 - Discretionary programming package

Providing subscriber programming services in addition to those included in the basic package for a fee separate from, and in addition to, the basic monthly fee. This programming service can be provided in bundles determined by the cable, satellite or MDS operator, in bundles determined by the subscriber, or à la carte.

517021.3 - Pay-per-view

Providing subscribers the ability to view a specific program (movie or event) from his home for a fee separate from, and in addition to, the monthly fee for basic or discretionary programming packages.