Broadband connectivity has improved in The Municipality of Bluewater thanks to some major investments by local telecommunications companies.
This year, Tuckersmith Communications is scheduled ot complete fibre construction in Varna, Brucefield, and Bayfield east of 21.
By the end of the year, nearly 80% of the land mass in Bluewater will be covered by fibre optic cable thanks to Tuckersmith, and to Hay Communications.
Mayor Tyler Hessel says having affordable, reliable high speed broadband gives Bluewater a competitive advantage in attracting new residents and investment.
Municipal planning expert Gord Hurme says communities need to position themselves for an economy that is Creative, Innovative, and Knowledge Based.
“We appreciate the substantial investments that Hay and Tuckersmith Communications have made in Bluewater to improve broadband connectivity for our residents and businesses,” said Mayor Tyler Hessel. “Economic development is a key priority for Council and having access to affordable and reliable high speed broadband gives us a competitive advantage as we look to attract new residents, entrepreneurs, and businesses. We’re in a global economy where connecting people, ideas, and knowledge is more important than ever.”
"Hay Communications is proud to be a key component of economic development within Bluewater and all of the municipalities we serve,” said Angela Schneider, General Manager of Hay Communications. “Access to fibre is a key differentiation for this area and as a co-operative we are committed to making that access happen for all the area's citizens."
“Tuckersmith Communications is privileged to have a valued partner in the Municipality of Bluewater. When community minded organizations work together great things can be accomplished,” said Rob Van Aaken, General Manager of Tuckersmith Communications. “After all, Bluewater ratepayers are members of Tuckersmith Communications Co-operative and working together enables us to deliver advanced services that contributes to the prosperity to all who call Bluewater home.”
