Improved internet in rural communities has support from Halton Region.
The Region and its Local Municipalities are joining together in support of three proposals submitted to the Improving Connectivity for Ontario (ICON) program.
The program is aimed to improve rural broadband internet and cellular coverage across the region.
“Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, broadband internet and cellular coverage has become more important than ever to our residents and businesses – whether it’s working from home, taking part in online learning or moving a business online,” said Regional Chair Gary Carr. “We ask the Province to lend its support to the proposals submitted to ICON so we can meet the rural broadband needs of our growing community and preserve our high quality of life for years to come.”
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“As our community continues to grow, it is increasingly important to address the service gaps in rural broadband—particularly in rural Milton. We call on the Province to support these innovative proposals and this critical infrastructure that keeps our community connected,” says Gordon Krantz, Mayor of Milton
The Province has provided a $150-million investment in ICON that has the potential to result in a total investment of $500-million in broadband and cellular coverage when combined with additional partner funding.
