'Reliable internet connectivity is just not a luxury': ONSAT program to bring broadband to 15,000 eligible underserved homes and businesses in rural, remote and northern parts of the province
The Ontario government and Starlink have partnered to bring high-speed satellite internet service to 15,000 eligible unserved and underserved homes and businesses in rural, remote and northern communities.
Minister of Infrastructure Kinga Surma and Infrastructure Ontario CEO Michael Lindsay made the announcement Nov. 14 outside the George Armstrong Community Centre and Arena in Garson, a community that’s part of Greater Sudbury. “That's why today, I'm thrilled to announce the launch of the Ontario Satellite Internet Program, or ONSAT, an ambitious partnership with Starlink.”
“As part of those contract requirements, SpaceX is going to engage directly with indigenous communities to ensure equal access to the program and to create socio economic opportunities through employment contracting and training opportunities where feasible,” he said.
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