Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Canada Invests $105M to Boost Rural Internet Access

7/8/2025

31 5

Summary

Story summary

Canada's federal government is investing $105 million from the Universal Broadband Fund into SaskTel, launching three high-speed internet projects. This initiative will bring connectivity to 6,522 homes across 35 rural and remote communities in Saskatchewan, significantly benefiting over 4,800 Indigenous households and transforming digital access in the region.

1 of 1

Story summary

Canada's federal government is investing $105 million from the Universal Broadband Fund into SaskTel, launching three high-speed internet projects. This initiative will bring connectivity to 6,522 homes across 35 rural and remote communities in Saskatchewan, significantly benefiting over 4,800 Indigenous households and transforming digital access in the region.