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February 16, 2012
SaskTel enhances Internet service for Saskatchewan First Nations communities
The Government of Canada is partnering with SaskTel and the Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations to enhance internet services in 68 communities.
The primary beneficiaries of this initiative are the over 15,000 students in 89 on-reserve schools. In addition, these First Nations will also be better placed to bridge the digital divide and to access e-services in key areas such as healthcare, learning, business development and banking.
The project is part of SaskTel’s larger $300 million initiative to enhance their suite of services to rural customers throughout the province. Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada will invest $11.6 million over five years, with SaskTel contributing technical, planning and in-kind services. SaskTel anticipates construction to be completed in 2014.
The announcement aligns with recommendations from the 2011 Senate report on First Nation education to increase connectivity in First Nation schools.
It also addresses similar comments raised during the National Panel on First Nation Elementary and Secondary Education’s engagement sessions.
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