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Network BC provides leadership and support for the strategic use of telecommunications in British Columbia. Currently, bridging the digital divide in rural and remote areas is a major focus.

News

Investing in Internet connectivity is investing in the future of British Columbia

April 6, 2013

VICTORIA - For most British Columbians, high-speed Internet access has become such a part of our everyday world it would be hard to imagine life without it.

View the opinion-editorial here.


High speed Internet service reaches the Lil’wat Nation

April 3, 2013

MOUNT CURRIE – The 900 people living in the Lil’wat Nation subdivision of Xet’olacw, near Mount Currie, can finally pull the plug on their old dial-up Internet service now that high-speed broadband has finally reached the community.

View the media release here.
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High-speed Internet blossoms in Cherryville

March 27, 2013

CHERRYVILLE – High-speed Internet service is coming to Cherryville, thanks to a $250,000 grant from the government of B.C.

Today’s announcement means by the end of this year, over 1,000 area residents will benefit from a partnership between the government of B.C., the Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) and the private sector, including a local Internet service provider.

View the media release here.
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Government announces broadband satellite partner

March 26, 2013

RICHMOND – Citizens' Services and Open Government Minister Ben Stewart announced today that Xplornet Communications Inc. has been selected by the B.C. government to help deliver the British Columbia Broadband Satellite Initiative (BCBSI).

View the press release here.
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Diamond Jubilee Medal presented by Minister of Citizens’ Services and Open Government

March 26, 2013

RICHMOND – Citizens’ Services and Open Government Minister Ben Stewart presented the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal today to Dr. Ruth Williams, CEO of the All Nations Trust Company (ANTCO), in recognition of her exceptional achievements and distinguished service to her fellow citizens.

To view the full media announcement here.
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