Rogers Communications has turned on three new cellular towers along British Columbia’s (B.C.) Highway 16, providing 911 access for all travellers and 5G wireless coverage for customers. The new towers are part of an ongoing wireless service expansion project, in partnership with the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia, to improve safety and wireless coverage gaps along the section of highway.
Together with a previously completed tower in Seaton, the new tower at Seeley Lake Park is providing 13 kilometres of new wireless coverage and two new towers are providing 37 kilometres of new coverage between Seven Sisters Mountain and Pacific. Once all the project’s towers are completed, Rogers will provide 252 kilometres of new cellular coverage along Highway 16, closing gaps to ensure continuous coverage along the entire 720-kilometre corridor.
Ron McKenzie, Chief Technology and Information Officer, Rogers
We are proud to provide 50 kilometres of 5G cellular connectivity on sections of Highway 16, as part of our continues work to bring seamless wireless service between Prince Rupert and Prince George. Working with Indigenous communities and government partners, Rogers is honoured to be part of this generational project to increase safety on the Highway of Tears for travellers and residents, and honour survivors, victims and their families.
Lisa Beare, Minister, Citizens’ Services, British Columbia
Providing cellular connectivity along the Highway of Tears is a critical step towards reconciliation for Indigenous women, girls, and two-spirit people. Our government is committed to expanding coverage along all B.C. highways no matter where they are. By working in collaboration with Indigenous communities, Rogers, and all levels of government, we can build a safer province for everyone.
