A funding program to expand high-speed internet services to all remaining underserved households in B.C. Intake 6 is now open until June 30, 2025.
Province-wide study finds high-speed internet expansion in rural and remote communities benefits people and economies.
British Columbians to get better highway cell coverage thanks to $75 million government funding.
Hear stories from people enjoying the benefits of upgraded connectivity.
Connectivity is a vital service for people in British Columbia. Reliable, high-speed internet helps us work, learn, and access services. It also helps us do business locally and globally. Access to cellular connectivity keeps us connected and safe in our vehicles along highways and in remote areas. It lets us access emergency services when and where we need them.
Much of the province is connected to reliable internet and cellular services, but some rural and remote regions still lack access. The B.C. Government funds programs to support the expansion of connectivity infrastructure. The Province also supports local and Indigenous governments with connectivity planning.
Government aims to connect every household in B.C. to high-speed internet access by 2027. The commitment to specifically connect every First Nations household in B.C. is outlined in the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act Action Plan.
See how improved connectivity opens communities to new economic, cultural, and educational opportunities.
B.C.’s funding program to expand high-speed internet access to 100 per cent of B.C. households by 2027.
Learn about First Nations connectivity and connectivity funding opportunities in British Columbia.
Learn about the status of high-speed internet and cellular services for the people of British Columbia.
Learn about the funding programs available to improve connectivity in communities across the province.
Discover where the Province is investing to improve connectivity in underserved rural, remote, and Indigenous communities in B.C.
Access research and reports to understand the province's connectivity landscape and benefits.
Find information for First Nations, local governments, and community planners to learn more about connectivity.
Check the glossary to understand the technical terms used within the telecommunications field.
Friday, January 24, 2025
People in Nuxalk Nation, Bella Coola and Hagensborg on the central coast now have access to high-speed internet, enabling faster, more reliable access to digital services and opportunities.
Friday, January 24, 2025
People living in Lax Kw’alaams off the northwestern coast of B.C. have access to reliable high-speed internet, enabling people to access online services and opportunities.
Monday, December 16, 2024
People in Upper Viewmount near Smithers now have access to reliable high-speed internet, unlocking faster access to digital services and economic opportunities.
Tuesday, September 10, 2024
As part of British Columbia’s ongoing work to protect government information systems, the Province is entering an agreement with the Government of Canada to enhance collaboration with the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security (Cyber Centre).
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
People on Digby Island now have reliable high-speed internet access, unlocking better, faster access to digital services and opportunities.
