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Governments of Canada and British Columbia invest over $58 million to bring high-speed Internet to over 5,400 households
From: Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada Rural communities to benefit from increased connectivity to high-speed Internet September 7, 2023 All Canadians need reliable and affordable high-speed Internet, no matter where they live. The governments of Canada and British Columbia are bringing high-speed Internet access to underserved communities. Today, the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural […]
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Read MoreHigh-speed broadband access expanded to 11 more rural communities
June 28, 2023 AGASSIZ – More than 850 households in 11 rural, remote and Indigenous communities between Yale and Ruby Creek in the Fraser Valley have access to reliable, high-speed broadband internet services. “The completion of this project takes us another step closer to our goal of connecting all communities to high-speed internet by 2027 so […]
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Read MoreUnlimited technological potential for Coastal First Nations
June 26, 2023 One year ago, CFN joined technology partners and allies to form the “Coastal First Nations Connectivity Network,” designed for and dedicated to improving connectivity and opening doors to new possibilities for communities. Improved connectivity has been foundational to BC’s priorities, emphasized in the province’s StrongerBC Economic Plan, the Declaration Act Action Plan, […]
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Read MoreLlamaZOO Announces Clarity DT Beta and Apple Vision Pro Support
06/20/2023 Today we’re announcing the beta release of our digital twin editing software, Clarity Digital Twin (ClarityDT), which creates immersive, real-time replicas of physical assets. The software utilizes advanced computing technologies from Nvidia and can be experienced on desktops, tablets, VR headsets, and soon, Apple Vision Pro. By analyzing data from various sources, including satellite […]
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Read MoreGovernments of Canada and British Columbia invest over $3 million to bring high-speed Internet to more than 800 households
From: Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada Rural communities to benefit from increased connectivity to high-speed Internet June 12, 2023 All Canadians need reliable and affordable high-speed Internet, no matter where they live. The governments of Canada and British Columbia are taking action to bring high-speed Internet access to underserved communities. Today, the Honourable Gudie […]
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Read MoreNisg̱a’a announces $8.8 million investment in Lisims network to bring wireless high-speed internet to every village
NEW AIYANSH, BC, June 1, 2023 – Today, the Nisg̱a’a Lisims Government celebrates a new partnership to bring wireless connectivity to all four Nisg̱a’a villages in Northwest B.C., improving safety and supporting Indigenous prosperity in the Nass Valley through a first-of-its-kind agreement with TELUS. Once the $8.8-million project is complete in 2024, more than 800 […]
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Read MoreMore cell connectivity means safer travel on Highway 14
May 4, 2023 VICTORIA – People travelling from Sooke to Port Renfrew will have cellular service with the completion of seven new cell towers, bringing connectivity for residents, workers and visitors. The Province invested nearly $5 million in the project led by Rogers Communications, which invested $695,000. The project is bringing cellular service to this […]
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Read MoreThe First Nations Technology Council Welcomes New CEO
April 25, 2023 (Xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil Waututh)/Vancouver, B.C.) – The First Nations Technology Council, an Indigenous-led non-profit that serves all First Nations across British Columbia, announced Natiea Vinson as the new Chief Executive Officer. Vinson will guide the organization and its mandates into the future. “The Technology Council’s Board of Directors […]
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Read MoreFree, accessible data will help communities manage, adapt, plan
April 13, 2023 VICTORIA – B.C. communities can look forward to high-quality data to support effective and informed decision-making on the planning and management of wildfires, landslides, floods and other natural events. The Province is investing more than $38 million in a new program over the next six years to collect light distance and ranging […]
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Read MoreHigh-speed internet services expanded for Coldwater Indian Band
COLDWATER 1 – People in more than 120 households in the First Nations community of Coldwater 1 near Merritt now have access to high-speed internet services with the installation of new infrastructure. “Building a stronger, more sustainable economy begins with empowering rural, remote and Indigenous communities with better access to the digital world,” said Lisa Beare, […]
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