WINNIPEG, MB, December 15, 2008 - MTS Allstream Inc. ("MTS Allstream") is pleased to announce that it is the first service provider in Canada to offer customers the ability to download binary runtime environment for wireless ("BREW") applications to their BREW-enabled devices, which will allow MTS Mobility customers in Manitoba to shop for a wide variety of value-added services. MTS Mobility subscribers with CDMA2000 EVDO or CDMA2000 1X capable devices will be able to download a variety of BREW content, including games and applications.

"MTS Allstream is pleased to offer its customers access to first-rate wireless content that includes an increased selection of sophisticated games and applications," said Stan Kurtas, Vice-President Marketing, MTS Allsream. "In an ever-increasing competitive industry, BREW differentiates our wireless offering from any other service provider in Canada, and we encourage our customers to take advantage of these exciting new features for their handheld devices."

"Mobile users are looking for a compelling and personalized mobile experience, and Qualcomm provides global operators with products and services to differentiate their offerings," said Arvin Chander, Vice President and General Manager of BREW for Qualcomm Incorporated. "Being the first to launch BREW services in Canada is a testament to MTS Allstream's innovation and dedication to improving the mobile experience by engaging their subscribers to discover and download compelling mobile content."

For further information on MTS Mobility promotions, plans and features, visit www.mts.ca/wireless.

About MTS Allstream
MTS Allstream Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Manitoba Telecom Services Inc., and is one of Canada's leading national communication solutions providers, delivering innovative products and services through the Enterprise Solutions and Consumer Markets divisions. The Enterprise Solutions division, which operates under the Allstream brand nationally and under the MTS Allstream brand in Manitoba, is a leading competitor in the national business and wholesale markets. This division offers customers a portfolio of solutions tailored to the needs of medium and large businesses looking for success in a world of rapidly evolving technology ¿ Internet protocol connectivity, unified communications, IT consulting and security services, and voice and data connectivity services. The Consumer Markets division leads every telecommunications market segment in Manitoba, delivering a full suite of next generation wireless, high-speed Internet and data, digital television and wireline voice services under the MTS brand, as well as small business services in select markets across Canada under the Allstream brand, and security and alarm monitoring services through AAA Alarm Systems Ltd., an affiliate of MTS Allstream which also operates in other western provinces. MTS Allstream's extensive national broadband fibre optic network spans more than 24,300 kilometres, and provides international connections through strategic alliances and interconnection agreements with other international service providers. Manitoba Telecom Services Inc.'s common shares are listed on The Toronto Stock Exchange (trading symbol: MBT). For more information, please visit:  www.mtsallstream.com.

Qualcomm and BREW are registered trademarks of Qualcomm Incorporated. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

For more information, please contact:

Jill Gibson
Corporate Communications Coordinator
(204) 958-3392
media.relations@mtsallstream.com

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