The proponent of an antenna system and a stakeholder, other than the general public, have failed to reach an agreement. How is a final decision reached?

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) retains ultimate authority over all spectrum management and telecommunications matters in Canada, including antenna tower siting. While local municipalities and land-use authorities play a crucial consultative role, they do not hold final jurisdiction. If an impasse is reached between a stakeholder and the proponent of an antenna system, ISED steps in as the final arbiter. Options suggesting the local municipality decides or residents vote are incorrect because federal telecommunications jurisdiction legally supersedes local zoning decisions.