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EORN Newsletter - Spring 2021

We are excited to share the second edition of the Eastern Ontario Regional Network (EORN) newsletter. In it, we highlight significant developments in the Cell Gap Project, provide an update on other projects and key resources and answer more questions from our community. We hope you enjoy this update and please encourage others to sign up for the newsletter as well. Volume 2 - Spring 2021

EORN welcomes 2021 Ontario Budget broadband commitment

Eastern Ontario Regional Network welcomes 2021 Ontario Budget broadband commitment; hopeful for Gig Project support

(March 24, 2021) – The Eastern Ontario Regional Network (EORN) is delighted that the Ontario Government is making a massive $2.8 billion investment to improve broadband access across Ontario.

The historic funding commitment to broadband by the province builds on previous investments, bringing Ontario’s overall investment in broadband to nearly $4 billion over six years.

“Reliable broadband...

Better Cellular Services Coming to Eastern Ontario Residents and Businesses

Eastern Ontario Regional Network Awards Contract for Cell Expansion to Rogers Communications

(March 19, 2021 – EASTERN ON) – Strong and reliable cellular services are critical to help rural communities take part in the economy, create jobs and improve public safety. Together, Canada, Ontario and municipal governments across Eastern Ontario are supporting the Eastern Ontario Regional Network’s Cell Gap Project that will improve both the reach and quality of cellular services throughout the region.

Today,...

EORN Cell Gap Project Contract Announcement

Join Eastern Ontario Regional Network (EORN) for an announcement related to cellular connectivity

Participants include: The Honourable Maryam Monsef, Canada’s Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Rural Economic Development; The Honourable Laurie Scott, Ontario's Minister of Infrastructure; Warden J. Murray Jones, Chair of the Eastern Ontario Regional Network; Warden Debbie Robinson, Chair of the Eastern Ontario Wardens’ Caucus and Mayor Diane Therrien, Chair of the Eastern Ontario Mayors’ Caucus....

EORN Submits Proposal for Ultra-Fast Gig Internet Project

Long-Term Solution for Rural Connectivity Key to Economic Recovery

The Eastern Ontario Regional Network (EORN) has made a formal submission to the federal and provincial governments seeking support to deliver ultra-fast Gig internet to homes and businesses across the region. The submission has been sent to federal Minister Maryam Monsef, who has responsibility for rural economic development, and Ontario’s Minister of Infrastructure Laurie Scott, who is tasked with rural broadband matters for the...