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SaskTel to invest $413 million in 5G, infiNET services, in 2023/24

SaskTel is investing millions in capital to expand its 5G network and broadband reach in 2023 and 2024.

Of the investment totalling $413 million, $160 million is specifically allocated towards 5G. The funds will upgrade 260 cell sites to 5G and construct 10 new sites.

“In 2023/24, we’re planning to invest more in wireless and fibre optic broadband technologies than ever before,”  Doug Burnett, SaskTel’s CEO, said.

“These massive investments will enable us to rapidly expand our blazing fast 5G and infiNET networks across the province, allowing more of our customers to experience the true power of these amazing technologies.”

The company has allocated $106 million to expand its infiNET network, the largest fibre optic network in the province. The funds will go towards fibre-to-the-premises and fibre-to-the-business projects, which will see its infiNET network rolled out to more communities as part of its Rural Fibre Initiative.

SaskTel will also invest $70.5 million in technology and $76.5 million in customer services and operations.

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Source: SaskTel

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SaskTel rolls out 5G network to Lumsden, other rural communities

SaskTel is continuing to expand its 5G network to rural communities across Saskatchewan.

Its most recent expansion covers 11 locations, including the communities of Lumsden, Glaslyn, and Warmley. SaskTel’s expansion will also include Highway 80 and Highway 22.

“As Saskatchewan’s leading communications provider, we understand how important connectivity has become in the modern world and remain as committed as ever to ensuring our customers have access to the digital tools and technologies they need to connect to what matters most to them,” Doug Burnett, SaskTel’s CEO, said.

Tech giant Samsung powers the 5G network, which reaches speeds upwards of 1.2Gbps.

The expansion is part of SaskTel’s commitment to invest over $1.5 billion across Saskatchewan in the next five years. The company has made several other expansions under the same commitment, including bringing 5G to the Battlefords.

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SaskTel expands 5G presence to the Town of Davidson

Saskatchewan-based telecom provider SaskTel is now offering its 5G network in Baildon, Craik, Davidson, Ituna, Turtleford, and the Nekaneet First Nation. 

The network, powered by Samsung, has speeds up to 1.2Gbps. Once fully deployed, customers will also have access to ultra-low latency. SaskTel customers need to be within a coverage area, have a 5G device and an accessible plan to access the service.

The expansion is part of the company’s move to invest more than $1.5 billion in capital across the province over the next five years.

“The investments we’re making to rapidly expand our 5G wireless and fibre networks will ensure Saskatchewan remains one of the most connected regions in Canada,” Doug Burnett, SaskTel’s president and CEO, said.

“Additionally, these investments will help foster the type of innovation and technological advancements needed to transform Saskatchewan into the smart province of the future.”

SaskTel has expanded 5G services to various other communities, including Cut Knife and Craven. 

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Source: SaskTel