NEWS RELEASE – Ministry of Citizens’ Services PRINCE RUPERT – People on Digby Island now have reliable high-speed internet access, unlocking better, faster access to digital services and opportunities. “High-speed internet service is a game-changer for people living and working along the north coast,” said George Chow, Minister of Citizens’ Services. “The completion of this project allows Digby Island residents the same level of digital services as urban centres. Travellers and businesses at Prince Rupert airport will also benefit greatly in the future. This project is a milestone in our commitment to connect every rural, remote and Indigenous community in B.C. by 2027.” Approximately 48 households in Dodge Cove and Crippen on Digby Island have access to new connectivity infrastructure, enabling access to high-speed broadband internet services built and operated by CityWest. The project leverages transport capacity provided by the Connected Coast network, now available at the location. Read more > https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2024CITZ0020-001374 View all News Posts