The federal government has announced $37 million in funding for projects that will bring high-speed Internet access and mobile connectivity to communities across Saskatchewan.
The announcement builds on the Government of Canada’s progress toward ensuring that 98% of Canadians have access to high-speed Internet by 2026, and 100% by 2030.
“Today’s announcement in Meadow Lake marks a significant milestone for connectivity in Saskatchewan,” said Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development.
This funding will bring reliable high-speed Internet access to more than 5,000 underserved homes in communities across the province, the Minister added.
Below are the regions that will benefit from the projects:
Over 2,700 homes in Indigenous communities will also benefit from improved high-speed Internet access.
The Universal Broadband Fund is a $3.225 billion investment by the Government of Canada designed to help provide high-speed Internet access Canada.
Since 2015, the Government of Canada has invested more than $50 million in connectivity projects in Saskatchewan.
