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Terrestar Aims to Revolutionize Canada’s Mobile Service with $500M Satellite Network

2/8/2026

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Terrestar Solutions, a Montreal-based company, aims to compete with U.S. telecom giants by forming a direct-to-cell satellite network with middle-power partners.
Chair André Tremblay says interoperable networks will maintain autonomy and strengthen economies.
Terrestar seeks $500 million to develop a low-Earth-orbit system to improve mobile service in Canada, especially where coverage is lacking.
Rogers Communications and Bell Canada Enterprises (BCE) plan to offer satellite services through partnerships with U.S. companies.

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Terrestar Solutions, a Montreal-based company, aims to compete with U.S. telecom giants by forming a direct-to-cell satellite network with middle-power partners.
Chair André Tremblay says interoperable networks will maintain autonomy and strengthen economies.
Terrestar seeks $500 million to develop a low-Earth-orbit system to improve mobile service in Canada, especially where coverage is lacking.
Rogers Communications and Bell Canada Enterprises (BCE) plan to offer satellite services through partnerships with U.S. companies.