Rogers Wireless has announced that, effective October 5th, it will be ending its $6.95 System Access Fee for all new customers. However, new plans will have a slight increase of up to $5 to offset the system access fee. Existing customers will have a choice to stay with old plans or the new plan.

A new Government Regulatory fee which will vary based on government fees in the province customers live will also be added. The regulatory fee on Voice Plans will range from $2.58 per month in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario and Quebec to $3.46 in Newfoundland and Labrador. The regulatory fee includes 911 costs, Spectrum license costs, CRTC contribution costs, local number portability costs and the Gross Receipts tax for residents of Newfoundland and Labrador.

Rogers expects the change is to be revenue neutral.