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High speed internet arriving in Manitoulin Island community

A Manitoulin Island community and surrounding area now has high speed Internet.

Eastlink, a local cable provider, has confirmed that its fibre upgrade in Mindemoya is making progress, which will bring high-speed internet to residents and businesses to Mindemoya (MIND-duh-moy-ya) as part of the federal government’s Universal Broadband Fund program.

Eastlink CEO, Jeff Gillham says the need has never been greater especially in the wake of the pandemic.

Central Manitoulin Mayor Richard Stephens agrees adding council and the community are thrilled to see improved connectivity which ultimately strengthens our local economy, providing greater opportunities for the local area.

The company has completed the initial design work, procured fibre networking equipment, and are currently prepping the area, including tree trimming, for the installation of fibre, which is expected to be completed soon.

Rosalind Russell
Rosalind Russellhttp://myespanolanow.com
Rosalind is Vista Radio's CJJM 99.3 FM - CJJM - Espanola's long-time Morning Announcer and Regional News Anchor/Journalist covering the districts of Sudbury, Algoma and Manitoulin. With a career in multi-media spanning the last 45 years, she has expertise in radio, television, newspaper and magazine writing. A long-time volunteer, she is the Inaugural 2025 Senior of the Year Award representing the Town of Espanola and represented women empowerment as the national 2024 Ms. Elite Regional Canada titleholder. A mother of five, and grandmother of two says simply, "I am the Queen of my Universe, and my children/grandchildren are my Crowning Jewels." Volunteering, pageants, reading and writing are her passions. If you have a story to share, email Roz at: [email protected] or call 1705-869-NEWS (6397).

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