Your partner for rural and Indigenous connectivity

We’re bridging the digital divide, making access to education and economic growth easier in rural and Indigenous communities.

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Progressing the path of reconciliation

Through our world-leading technology and passion for creating stronger, healthier communities, we're supporting the goals of Indigenous Peoples.

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Our commitment is adding up

Through public-private partnerships, 504 rural communities and 577 Indigenous lands have been enabled with TELUS' advanced broadband connectivity, positively impacting 360,000+ rural and Indigenous households and businesses.

80+ partnerships

Formed to bring high-speed connectivity to rural & Indigenous communities.

23,000+ kilometres

Of highways made safer by mobile coverage that helps drivers tap into emergency services.

$475+ million co-invested

By TELUS and government partners to support the closure of the digital divide for rural and Indigenous communities.

Positive social impacts for remote communities

TELUS high-speed unlocks potential for entire communities, from education and healthcare to career advancement and economic growth.

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Learn how Tl’etinqox School is leveraging technology

The TELUS network is enabling powerful outcomes at school and beyond in the Tŝilhqot'in community of Tl’etinqox, helping youth realise their full potential.

Partnering with governments to connect Canada

Together, we’re making major progress toward the Government of Canada’s goal to connect every community by 2030.

British Columbia

Alberta

Quebec

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More Cariboo communities on high-speed internet

Over 1,300 households now have access to high-speed internet with the installation of new fibre.

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Residents of Westham Island get access to better connectivity

B.C. and TELUS co-fund over $500,000 for high-speed internet access in 130+ households.

The Honourable Lisa Beare, TELUS team members and community members of Yale First Nation celebrating high-speed internet.

High-speed internet access available in 11 more rural communities

Over 850 households in rural, remote and Indigenous communities will have access to better connectivity.

A man working in a field uses high-speed internet on a tablet with a tractor in the background.

Tallcree First Nation celebrates wireless future

TELUS, Tallcree First Nation and the CRTC partner to bring wireless to 300 households for the first time. Note: Article available in English only

Chief Billy Morin, Enoch Cree Nation, at a podium speaking with Canadian and Alberta flags on each side.

Improved broadband for Alberta’s Recovery Plan

Canada matches Alberta’s $150 million investment to improve wireless in remote and Indigenous communities.

Aerial view of Alberta’s Eden Valley, a small community surrounded by hills with the Rocky Mountains in the distance.

Cell site on wheels helps with COVID-19

TELUS and Alberta send a cell site on wheels to Bearspaw First Nation to help with health services communication.

School director Rebecca Nadeau-Monger stands in front of Netagamiou School which benefited from TELUS network investments.

Network investment unlocks interactive learning

Investment by Canada, Quebec, Société du Plan Nord and TELUS makes Lü technology possible on the Lower North Shore.

A mom holds a laughing baby on her lap as they enjoy high-speed internet on the laptop on the table in front of them.

High-speed internet for La Mitis region

A $1.67 million investment by Quebec’s Operation High Speed and Canada allows TELUS to connect 300 homes.

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Granit RCM gets set up for economic development

TELUS and Sogetel connect 2,850 homes through a $38 million investment by Quebec’s Operation High Speed and Canada.

Creating opportunities for economic transformation

With government partners, we support rural businesses to harness their digital resources and think big.

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Progressing the path of reconciliation

Learn more about TELUS’ reconciliation commitments and actions, and the remarkable outcomes that Indigenous communities are driving.