TELUS is investing $10 million to bring enhanced cellular service
and broadband Internet to Haida Gwaii. In June, TELUS completed
upgrades to the Mascon by TELUS high-speed Internet network that
now provides access to speeds up to 120 Mbps for residents and
businesses in Daajing Giids and Skidegate. In addition to enhancing
broadband connectivity throughout the region, TELUS recently
completed upgrades to its local wireless infrastructure, bringing
residents, business, and visitors access to high-speed wireless
voice and Internet services in these communities for the first
time. These investments build upon TELUS' Reconciliation Commitment
and are critical to providing Indigenous Peoples with access to
superior technology that connects them to the people, resources and
information that make their lives better.
"Our longstanding investments on Haida Gwaii are supporting
critical, transformational change in respect to enabling online
healthcare, education, and the ability to work from home or operate
a local business and compete globally,” said Tony Geheran, TELUS
EVP and Chief Operations Officer. “We continue to engage with
communities and Indigenous leaders in ways that they want to engage
with us, and believe it is our responsibility as a socially purpose
driven organization to use our voice, business and relationships to
encourage Reconciliation across Canada. As part of our local
efforts to support where it’s needed, we were privileged to partner
with the Council of Haida Nation, Haida Gwaii Museum and School
District 50 early in the pandemic to support Elders to stay
connected through access to tablets.”
In support of TELUS’ continued efforts to connect Indigenous
communities to the life-changing power of high-speed Internet and
mobility solutions, TELUS developed its Indigenous Reconciliation
Strategy and Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan through an
inclusive, culturally relevant process. The plan was guided by
Indigenous voices and frameworks of reconciliation with an emphasis
on meeting the needs of the diverse Indigenous communities in the
areas we serve. Locally on Haida Gwaii, TELUS engaged with
leadership throughout these network enhancements, hired local
workers, and used locally operated equipment rentals to complete
the recent upgrades.
“When the pandemic hit we knew we needed to ensure our Elders
were protected. When we approached TELUS and Mascon by TELUS, early
in the pandemic they listened and worked with us as members of our
community to support our iPads for Elders program, including
enabling connectivity to 35 Indigenous and non-Indigenous Elders,”
said Jisgang Nika Collison, Executive Director & Chief Curator
of the Haida Gwaii Museum. “In a time of such instability and fear
the team showed nothing but respect for our Elders. We appreciate
the ongoing partnership. Haawa.”
“Skidegate Band Council appreciates and supports the expansion
of connectivity into our community. Our relationship with TELUS via
Mascon has led to infrastructure implementation and the creation of
connectivity and support for our members and local government with
their fibre connections,” said Chief Councillor Billy Yovanovich,
Skidegate Band Council. “It came at a time when connectivity was
lacking in many areas. Haawa (Thank You).”
Over the last 15 years, TELUS has made significant investments
to enhance connectivity on Haida Gwaii, providing cellular and
Internet coverage to 13 communities on the Islandi: Queen Charlotte
City, Skidegate, Skidegate Landing, Sandspit, Port Clements Haina,
Alliford Bay, Sewall, Tlell, Lawnhill, Old Masset, Masset,
Delkatla, and the Haida Gwaii Hospital (Xaayda Gwaay Ngaaysdll
Naay), along with 9 Reserve Lands including Yan 1, Masset 1,
Sauchten 18, Tlaa Gaa Aawtlaas 28, Ain 6, Lanas 4, Skaigha 2,
Skidegate 1, and Khrana 4. In 2019, TELUS invested $500,000 in Port
Clements to bring cell phone service to the community and
surrounding areas for the very first time.
In May, TELUS announced the investment of $17.5 billion in
network infrastructure, operations, and spectrum across British
Columbia over the next four years and has committed to investing
$70 billion overall across Canada by 2026.
About TELUSTELUS (TSX: T, NYSE: TU) is a
dynamic, world-leading communications technology company with $17
billion in annual revenue and 17 million customer connections
spanning wireless, data, IP, voice, television, entertainment,
video, and security. Our social purpose is to leverage our
global-leading technology and compassion to drive social change and
enable remarkable human outcomes. Our longstanding commitment to
putting our customers first fuels every aspect of our business,
making us a distinct leader in customer service excellence and
loyalty. The numerous, sustained accolades TELUS has earned over
the years from independent, industry-leading network insight firms
showcase the strength and speed of TELUS’ global-leading networks,
reinforcing our commitment to provide Canadians with access to
superior technology that connects us to the people, resources and
information that make our lives better.
TELUS Health is Canada’s leader in digital health technology,
improving access to health and wellness services and
revolutionizing the flow of health information across the continuum
of care. TELUS Agriculture provides innovative digital solutions
throughout the agriculture value chain, supporting better food
outcomes from improved agri-business data insights and processes.
TELUS International (TSX and NYSE: TIXT) is a leading digital
customer experience innovator that designs, builds, and delivers
next-generation solutions, including AI and content management, for
global and disruptive brands across high-growth industry verticals,
including tech and games, communications and media, ecommerce and
FinTech, healthcare, and travel and hospitality. TELUS and TELUS
International operate in 25+ countries around the world.
Driven by our determination and vision to connect all citizens
for good, our deeply meaningful and enduring philosophy to give
where we live has inspired TELUS, our team members and retirees to
contribute more than $900 million and 1.8 million days of service
since 2000. This unprecedented generosity and unparalleled
volunteerism have made TELUS the most giving company in the world.
Together, let’s make the future friendly.
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