Frequently Asked Questions
Q: I already have internet. Why should I wish to see my municipality become more active with this topic?
A: Actually, very little of our Township has access to internet service and speed that the CRTC has targeted for all Canadians. Read about the Digital Divide here .
Click here to see internet coverage mapping for the West Parry Sound region
Q: Why not wait for the big Telecoms to invest in our area rather than use municipal funds?
A: Many of the private sector investments aim only to cherry pick high return on investment areas and services. Current tower infrastructure and services are 'ad hoc' networks. They do not form a coherent provisioned neighbourhood service that is cost effective nor capable of reliable high speed service.
Q: What about Satellite internet options?
A: Internet services through satellite don’t support the CRTC targeted speeds and services/equipment are not yet widely available through dealerships in our area.
Q: How do I find what internet options are currently available to me at my location?
A: There is a website that might lead you to discover the options available in your location.
Q: How do I check my internet speed?
Q: Where can I report my internet speed to help increase the connectivity findings for this project/interest.
A: Great, we are interested in your results too. Please click here to report the findings.