Friday, May 16, 2014

Telus brings improvements to Williams Lake

Courtesy of the City of Williams Lake:

The City of Williams Lake welcomes the announcement of a $3 million infrastructure investment in the community from TELUS.

The TELUS investment this year will expand the reach of TELUS’ Internet-based TV service Optik TV; increase available Internet speeds; enhance wireless capacity including access to the world’s fastest wireless technology, called 4G LTE; and connect more homes and businesses to high-speed Internet. TELUS services will be advanced by:

• Installing new wireless sites to expand the reach of LTE and enhance wireless capacity by filling in coverage gaps
• Introducing Optik TV to more local residences
• Bringing faster Internet speeds to residents and businesses
• Updating older infrastructure and technology to enhance network reliability
• Providing access to innovative healthcare IT solutions

“We welcome these digital infrastructure improvements, which will significantly enhance business and lifestyle opportunities in Williams Lake,” says Williams Lake Mayor Kerry Cook. “Increases in internet speed and data capacity present new opportunities for attracting technology-based workers to our community.”

Technology-based entrepreneurs that currently find themselves limited to living in larger urban areas because of a lack of high speed connectivity will soon be able to bring their work to Williams Lake, and enjoy our easy access to outdoor recreation and affordable housing.

An enhanced digital highway also provides increased opportunities in education and research and development sectors. IT based healthcare solutions become increasingly important as our population ages, and these types of investments provide access to such resources.

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