WINDSOR, ONT. COVID restrictions have brought to light the need to improve high-speed internet access to underserviced areas of Windsor. A partnership between Southwestern Integrated Fibre Technology or SWIFT and Cogeco Connexion is expected to beef-up services to more than 190 households, businesses and institutions. “SWIFT is proud to partner with Cogeco Connexion as we continue to improve access to high-speed services across Southwestern Ontario,” David Mayberry, SWIFT board chair said in a news release. “Today’s newly announced project will not only deliver better broadband connectivity throughout the City, but the project will also connect an elementary school to provide more students with equitable access to digital resources and online opportunities.”
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High speed Internet is coming to half a dozen pockets of Windsor where undependable service has caused headaches for years.
“There are pockets in the city where residents to this day struggle with slow and unreliable Internet connections,” said Essex County Warden Gary McNamara, who took part in a media conference announcing the plans. “Today’s announcement will change that for more than 190 households, businesses and institutions including an elementary school. This pandemic has shown us how vital the Internet is to positive educational outcomes.”
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Rogers to expand internet network to New Lowell and Horseshoe Valley in Ontario
The New Lowell expansion will bring Rogers next generation broadband to 422 homes and businesses
Rogers announced plans to extend its internet network to more communities in Simcoe County, Ontario.
First, Rogers says it was awarded a partnership with the Southwestern Integrated Fibre Technology (SWIFT) and the Canadian and Ontario governments. The partnership will see Rogers bring its “next-generation broadband” service to underserved homes and businesses in Simcoe County.
That includes a $1.8 million investment to bring a 15km network expansion to New Lowell in Simcoe County to serve 422 homes and businesses. Rogers says it expects construction to begin in January 2021 and last until March 2022.