How long will it take to bridge the digital divide?
Through various means, including the Connecting Communities Agreement between Province and TELUS, and the National Satellite Initiative, the Province has facilitated access to connectivity for the majority of the 366 communities and has encouraged expansion of last mile service. To date, more than 320 of the communities have last mile service in place, up from 135 when the project began. Network BC will continue to work with its stakeholders, including all communities, telecommunications service providers and all levels of government to encourage last mile service and address digital divide issues for the remaining population.
