SaskTel has announced the upcoming launch of its infiNET service in the communities of Indian Head, Maple Creek, and Rosetown. This expansion is part of the Crown corporation's $200 million Rural Fibre Initiative aimed at enhancing internet connectivity in rural areas. The company expects select regions in these communities to be fibre-ready by mid-November. "Our...
In a humanitarian gesture, Rogers has announced that it will waive long-distance and SMS charges for its Rogers, Fido, and chatr customers making calls to Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank. The waiver is effective from October 7 to October 31, 2023. Additionally, roaming charges for customers in these regions will also be waived during...
Telus-owned Koodo announced today that it is offering a three-month Amazon Prime membership as an add-on to its mobility service. The offer is available to both new and existing customers with plans starting at $55 per month. After the initial three months, the Amazon Prime membership will renew at its regular price of $9.99 per...
Elon Musk's SpaceX has launched a new website to provide details on its forthcoming "Starlink Direct to Cell" service, with plans for a comprehensive launch by 2025, reports Tesla North. The website states that the service will offer "ubiquitous access to texting, calling, and browsing" across a variety of terrains, including land, lakes, and coastal...
Telus-owned Public Mobile is running a promotion that doubles loyalty points on its 5G plans. The offer is available for new activations and will be available until October 16. The most you can get is $6.50/month back in points on the $65/month plan, which drops to $55/month if you jump on a 90-day subscription. Loyalty...
Telus-owned Koodo has quietly launched home internet for its customers, available in select provinces. Koodo's new internet services are currently available exclusively in Manitoba, Ontario, and Quebec. The service starts at $70 per month when bundled with a Koodo mobile plan. The company is offering three main plans: Unlimited Internet 100: $75 per month with...
Eastlink has confirmed the acquisition of NeoTech, a Kapuskasing-based firm. The purchase aims to bolster Eastlink's ongoing investment in Northern Ontario and aligns with both companies' commitment to customer service excellence. "We are delighted to welcome NeoTech customers to the Eastlink family. This purchase is a natural fit for us as the NeoTech team has...
The federal government has announced its participation in the Global Coalition on Telecommunications (GCOT). The coalition, which also includes the United Kingdom, the United States, Australia, and Japan, aims to improve the security, resilience, and innovation of telecommunications networks worldwide. François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, stated that Canada's involvement will focus on...
SaskTel announced on Wednesday the expansion of its 5G network to over 40 new cell sites, serving communities and highway corridors throughout Saskatchewan. "The significant investments being made by SaskTel in 5G and fibre technologies will help strengthen the networks we rely on and ensure Saskatchewan remains one of the most well-connected regions in the...
Telus-owned Public Mobile has launched a series of limited-time subscription offers available from today until October 9th. All plans are available for new and existing customers (except for the $40/30GB 5G plan, new customers only) and offer varying data speeds and monthly savings at 4G or 5G speeds. The most notable addition is the $50/60GB...
Today marks the expansion of the Rogers-owned TTC wireless network to other carriers, including its rivals Telus and Bell. Rogers opened up its 5G wireless network one day early yesterday, ahead today’s federal government-mandated expansion. Bell confirmed with iPhone in Canada on Monday that its customers now have wireless access on the TTC. Now, Telus...
After Rogers opened up wireless access to all carriers on the TTC yesterday, ahead of today’s federally-mandated deadline, Bell has confirmed its mobile customers now have access on the Toronto subway. "We’re pleased to confirm that our customers regardless of device type or rate plan now have access to 5G /4G / 3G wireless service...
