Phone and internet service in the remote area is spotty.
The death of a young man in Ditidaht this past weekend highlights the “dire need” for up-to-date communication services, says the nation’s chief.
“Emergency responders, health services, and leadership were unable to coordinate efficiently due to the lack of cellular service and the instability of the existing 500 MB internet connection,” Thomas said. “This gap in connectivity not only affected emergency response but also compromised the well-being of community members and the support services they rely on in crisis situations.”
Internet service is provided via fibre optics from Youbou up to the top of a mountain, part-way to Nitinaht, where it connects to a microwave dish that bounces the signal to the community, Thomas said.
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