Regional Connectivity Strategy
The Regional Connectivity Strategy will identify options for the PRRD to ensure that high-speed Broadband Internet services are accessible throughout the entire district, and outline how broadband infrastructure can be built to meet the demand for residents now and into the future.
Help us get to the next step by taking the CIRA Internet Speed Test.
The Regional Connectivity Strategy will identify options for the PRRD to ensure that high-speed Broadband Internet services are accessible throughout the entire district, and outline how broadband infrastructure can be built to meet the demand for residents now and into the future.
Help us get to the next step by taking the CIRA Internet Speed Test.
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Project updates
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this linkConnectivity Service Establishment Bylaw No. 2487, 2022 – ADM-BRD-300
As a result of the work done to date, the Board has proposed the establishment of Bylaw No. 2487 to create a service that authorizes the PRRD to enter into partnering agreements with internet or cellular service providers to apply for grant funding for connectivity projects, enter into partnering agreements to provide capital grant for broadband infrastructure projects, and establish a resource for the PRRD to manage and advance broadband initiatives.
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Vision
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this linkResidents, businesses, and organizations within the PRRD will have access to reliable, redundant, high-speed Broadband Internet services in their homes, businesses and public buildings, at performance levels that meet all of their needs for health, education, economic development, that are delivered now and into the future.
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Project Background
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this linkWith the increasing demand for new applications, consumers and businesses are consuming bandwidth at an ever increasing rate. To respond, local governments across the country are owning and operating broadband infrastructure and networks. Traditionally a service provided by the private sector, local governments are being asked to provide leadership and innovation, and leverage Broadband opportunities to bring greater economic diversity, resiliency, and prosperity to their communities. The PRRD Connectivity Strategy is based on a collective vision from Electoral Areas B, C, D and E, and the City of Dawson Creek, District of Chetwynd, District of Taylor, District of Hudson’s Hope, and the Village of Pouce Coupe.
The minimum target speed set by the CRTC for Canadians is 50 megabits per second (mbps) download with a 10 mbps upload, however, connectivity demands are expected to continue to increase beyond the “50/10 mbps target” due to the rapidly changing nature of information and communications technology. Despite multiple grant funding programs being developed to upgrade or establish broadband infrastructure, the challenges to connect are still an obstacle for many residents. To overcome this divide, local governments must take an active role in the deployment of Broadband Infrastructure in their communities.
Who's Listening
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CB
Phone 250-784-3200 Email crystal.brown@prrd.bc.ca
Key Dates
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January 25 2023
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October 2022
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August 2022
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April 2022
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May 27 2021
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April 29 2021
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April 20 2021
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February 25 2021
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December 01 2020 → April 15 2021
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October 08 2020
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October 01 2020
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April 30 2020
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November 01 2019