Stories by John Quintet

Telus has started laying a 125-kilometre submarine fibre optic cable between Sept-Îles and Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, part of a $20 million project designed to keep Quebec’s North Shore connected—even during severe weather. The project, backed by up to $7.5 million in federal funding, will act as a lifeline for coastal communities from Baie-Comeau to Lourdes-de-Blanc-Sablon, creating a...

Bell’s no name Mobile, a prepaid service available from Loblaw, is now available at all Maxi stores in Quebec. The move brings the service to nearly 200 new retail locations across the province. The service first launched in 2024 for No Frills customers, no name Mobile offers prepaid plans starting at $19 per month, with...

If you’re planning an international trip, Apple just released a new how-to video on the Apple Support YouTube channel explaining how to stay connected using a travel eSIM. Watch the video below to see the full walkthrough, then follow these steps to get started. When you’re traveling internationally, you have three main ways to use...

Toronto-based password manager 1Password says it has passed $400 million US ($561 million CAD) in annual recurring revenue and remains cash-flow positive, as more companies turn to its platform to secure both human and AI system credentials. The company says over 75% of its revenue now comes from business customers, up sharply as organizations use...

Telus saw its profit climb in the third quarter of 2025, even though growth in its wireless business slowed and average phone revenue slipped. The company made $431 million in profit, up 68% from a year ago, thanks partly to one-time gains from a debt repurchase. Adjusted profit, which excludes those gains, dropped 10% to...

Rogers has expanded its Starlink-powered satellite messaging service to now support the Apple Watch, letting Canadians send texts even when they’re completely off the grid. The company says it’s the first and only wireless provider in Canada to offer satellite-to-smartwatch messaging. That means Apple Watch users can now stay connected in areas with no cell...

Rockstar Games has pushed back the release of Grand Theft Auto VI to November 19, 2026, marking another delay for one of the most anticipated games in history. In a message posted today on X, Rockstar said, “Hi everyone, Grand Theft Auto VI will now release on Thursday, November 19, 2026. We are sorry for...

Apple’s next Swift Student Challenge will open for submissions from February 6 to 28, 2026, giving students a chance to show off their coding skills and creativity through interactive app playgrounds. The annual competition invites students from around the world to design apps that tackle meaningful issues or highlight creative ideas using Apple’s Swift programming...

Bell (BCE Inc.) reported a major profit jump in the third quarter of 2025, driven largely by its new U.S. acquisition and a one-time gain from selling its minority stake in Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment. Still, signs of slowdown in its core Canadian operations suggest the gains may not last. The company posted net...

Canadians can now order groceries and health products from Loblaw-owned stores through the Uber Eats app, thanks to a new partnership between Uber and Loblaw Companies Limited announced this week. The rollout includes major Loblaw banners such as Real Canadian Superstore, No Frills, Maxi, Loblaws, Zehrs, Fortinos, Provigo, Your Independent Grocer, valu-mart, and Shoppers Drug...

SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service has officially surpassed 8 million active customers globally, the company announced this week. In a post shared on Wednesday, Starlink said it’s now connecting people, businesses, and organizations across more than 150 countries and territories, reaching every continent and even serving users at sea. “Starlink is connecting more than 8M...

Fido customers are speaking out after another round of price increases, with one subscriber saying it’s the second time their bill has gone up this year. One Reddit user shared a notice from their latest bill titled “Changes to your mobile plan rate,” which reads: “We continuously invest in our network to bring you the...