Rogers and Telus Finished Broadband Projects
The CRTC confirmed the completion of infrastructure projects in Ontario and British Columbia as of late August 2026.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Telecommunications
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On July 17 and August 27, 2026, Rogers and Telus respectively finalized broadband infrastructure projects across Canada. The CRTC verified the completion of these sites, though the regulator is withholding final funding payments until both providers prove one year of network operation.
Why it matters
These projects are part of a broader regulatory effort to extend reliable high-speed internet and mobile services to underserved rural and Indigenous communities. Operators must meet specific service conditions to secure their allocated government support.
The Rogers site in Bruce Station features 1.8 km of fibre with 10 Gbps transport capacity. The Telus project added 119 km of mobile coverage along Highway 20, serving 751 households in the central interior of British Columbia.
The players
CRTC
The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission is the public agency responsible for regulating telecommunications and broadcasting in Canada.
Rogers
Rogers Communications Inc. is a major Canadian telecommunications company that provides mobile, internet, and cable services.
Telus
Telus Corporation is a national telecommunications company providing a wide range of communications products and services including mobile and data.
The details
The CRTC accepted final reports confirming that both telecommunications providers completed their mandated infrastructure requirements. To trigger the release of remaining Broadband Fund payments, both companies must now demonstrate stable network operations over the coming year.
Timeline
Rogers completed the Bruce Station project on July 17, 2026.
Telus completed the British Columbia project on August 27, 2026.
The Tech Race
These projects follow a pattern established by the CRTC Broadband Fund, which incentivizes providers to bridge the digital divide in rural areas. The initiative highlights a shift toward prioritizing high-capacity fibre and extended mobile coverage in regions previously left behind by legacy infrastructure.
Residents in the covered areas of Ontario and British Columbia can expect improved connectivity and mobile reliability as these networks transition to full operation. The completion of these sites is a direct result of federal efforts to improve high-speed access for rural and Indigenous households.
The takeaway
These completions represent a critical step toward narrowing the national digital gap between urban and rural centres. Reliable high-speed internet access remains essential for modern daily activities, from remote work to accessing public services.
Further reading
Learn more about the latest infrastructure developments in Canada Telecommunications.
Source note: This article includes information reported by MobileSyrup.
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