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Virgin Plus

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Virgin Plus is a mobile service brand owned by Bell that offers a variety of mobile plans and services to customers across Canada. It provides competitive pricing on data plans, voice plans, and other wireless services, catering to a diverse range of consumer needs.

CCI Score

CCI Score: Virgin Plus

35.31

-0.02%

Latest Event

Virgin Plus Customer Security Breach Due to Erroneous Number Transfer

On December 30, 2024, a Virgin Plus customer, Huijun Long, experienced her mobile number being mistakenly transferred to a Bell Mobility account, exposing her to potential SIM-swapping and identity theft risks, raising concerns over inadequate data protection and mobile service security.

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Virgin Plus is currently rated as a Dissenter.

+25 to +44 CCI Score
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Latest Events

  • Virgin Plus Customer Security Breach Due to Erroneous Number Transfer Logo
    DEC
    30
    2024

    On December 30, 2024, a Virgin Plus customer, Huijun Long, experienced her mobile number being mistakenly transferred to a Bell Mobility account, exposing her to potential SIM-swapping and identity theft risks, raising concerns over inadequate data protection and mobile service security.

  • -40

    Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

    April 8

    The incident reveals significant shortcomings in Virgin Plus's business practices and ethical responsibility, as the mishandled transfer of a customer's mobile number exposes personal data and increases vulnerability to identity theft. This negligence undermines consumer trust and indicates a need for stricter data protection measures.

    An international student in Cape Breton highlights potential security risks for all mobile phone users in Canada

  • -30

    Technology and Services Impact

    April 8

    The security mishap underscores vulnerabilities in Virgin Plus's mobile service systems. The erroneous transfer not only jeopardized customer safety but also exposed inherent risks in the technology and service infrastructure, potentially facilitating SIM-swapping fraud.

    An international student in Cape Breton highlights potential security risks for all mobile phone users in Canada

  • Virgin Plus Modern Slavery Statement 2023 Commitment Logo
    JUN
    11
    2024

    Virgin Plus released its 2023 Modern Slavery Statement detailing comprehensive policies and procedures to eliminate modern slavery and human trafficking within its supply chains. The statement outlines enhanced supplier due diligence, a robust Supplier Code of Conduct, mandatory anti-slavery training, and internal safeguards to ensure ethical sourcing and labor practices.

  • +80

    Supply Chain Ethics

    April 8

    Virgin Plus has implemented a detailed framework to combat modern slavery in its supply chain through clear policies, a Supplier Code of Conduct, and rigorous due diligence measures. This proactive approach enhances ethical sourcing and supply chain transparency, demonstrating a strong commitment to protecting human rights.

    PDF Modern Slavery Statement - Virgin

  • +70

    Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

    April 8

    In addition to its supply chain measures, Virgin Plus has embraced strong labor and human rights practices by instituting mandatory anti-slavery training programs, fair recruitment processes, and adherence to living wage standards. These measures promote worker rights and contribute to a safer, more equitable working environment.

    PDF Modern Slavery Statement - Virgin

  • Virgin Group Champions Anti-Slavery and Supply Chain Transparency Logo
    JAN
    01
    2023

    Virgin Group, which includes Virgin Plus, has reaffirmed its commitment to combat modern slavery, labor abuse, and human trafficking in its global supply chains. The company has published a series of modern slavery statements outlining a zero-tolerance policy and proactive measures to ensure supply chain transparency.

  • +80

    Supply Chain Ethics

    April 8

    Virgin Group's public stance and detailed modern slavery statements emphasize strong supply chain ethics. By actively publicly committing to a zero-tolerance approach toward modern slavery, human trafficking, and labor abuse, the company advances ethical supply chain practices and supports marginalized labor communities.

    Modern slavery act

  • Virgin Plus Reduces Wireless Costs to Meet Government Targets Logo
    OCT
    05
    2021

    Virgin Plus, a Bell-owned mobile service brand, is set to implement reduced wireless pricing starting October 5, 2021, in line with government targets established to lower consumer wireless costs. This move demonstrates the company’s proactive response to federal benchmarks aimed at making wireless services more affordable.

  • +15

    Public and Political Behavior

    April 8

    By aligning its pricing strategy with government-mandated targets, Virgin Plus demonstrates responsiveness to public policy objectives that aim to ensure affordable access to essential services. This move underscores a commitment to regulatory compliance and public interest.

    Bell-owned Virgin Plus to meet government wireless price targets next month

  • +60

    Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

    April 8

    The proactive reduction in wireless pricing ahead of mandated timelines reflects responsible business practice. Virgin Plus is prioritizing consumer affordability and fair pricing, which is a positive step in ethical corporate conduct.

    Bell-owned Virgin Plus to meet government wireless price targets next month

  • +20

    Economic and Structural Influence

    April 8

    This pricing strategy may contribute to broader economic benefits by enhancing affordability and access for consumers, thereby potentially reducing economic disparities related to telecommunications services.

    Bell-owned Virgin Plus to meet government wireless price targets next month

  • Virgin Plus Achieves Early Government Price Reduction Target Logo
    SEP
    29
    2021

    Virgin Plus, a mobile service brand under Bell, reduced prices for high-volume data plans ahead of schedule, thereby achieving the Government of Canada's 25% price reduction target. This move benefits consumers by making mobile data more affordable and supports progressive policies on equitable access to essential services.

  • +80

    Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

    April 8

    Virgin Plus’s decision to lower prices ahead of the government-mandated price reduction target demonstrates a commitment to ethical business practices that favor consumer welfare. By making mobile data more affordable, the company supports access to essential services for a broad range of consumers, particularly benefiting lower income and marginalized groups.

    Bell adds more value to competitive wireless marketplace as Canadians pay less for mobile data

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