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High-Speed Internet Transforms Lax Kw’alaams Community Life

1/26/2025

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Lax Kw’alaams, B.C. celebrates a transformative leap as high-speed internet reaches around 340 households, unlocking new horizons in education, health care, and economic growth. This initiative, backed by provincial and federal funding alongside CityWest, is a pivotal step in bridging the digital divide for First Nations communities, aiming to connect 98% of Canadian homes by 2026.

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Story summary

Lax Kw’alaams, B.C. celebrates a transformative leap as high-speed internet reaches around 340 households, unlocking new horizons in education, health care, and economic growth. This initiative, backed by provincial and federal funding alongside CityWest, is a pivotal step in bridging the digital divide for First Nations communities, aiming to connect 98% of Canadian homes by 2026.