Historic Investment in Cellular Infrastructure to Enhance Safety, Connectivity

July 31, 2024 – Nova Scotians in areas with no cellular service will soon have better connectivity as a result of the Province’s largest ever investment in cellular infrastructure, which will enhance existing infrastructure and add more towers over the next two years.
“Nova Scotians need reliable cell service. It’s no longer a luxury; it’s a matter of safety and everyone deserves access,” said Kim Masland, Minister of Public Works and Minister responsible for Build Nova Scotia. “This important investment will enhance coverage in rural and remote communities across our province.”
Rogers has been selected following a request for proposals to upgrade infrastructure at 27 existing sites and connect them to the Rogers 5G network.
Through an additional investment of $18.6 million in the Cellular for Nova Scotia Program, the Province also plans to add 27 new provincially owned telecommunication towers in unserved areas. These are in addition to four announced in October 2023.
Enhanced cellular infrastructure will help Nova Scotia keep pace with technology and population growth while improving safety in rural communities.
Visit the full news release here: Historic Investment in Cellular Infrastructure to Enhance Safety, Connectivity | Government of Nova Scotia News Releases
Public Works Minister Kim Masland and Service Nova Scotia Minister Colton LeBlanc at the cell coverage announcement (Communications Nova Scotia)
Greenfield and District Fire Chief Moyal Conrad says the cell coverage announcement is a “game changer” for first responders. (Communications Nova Scotia)
Western Regional Enterprise Network CEO Angélique LeBlanc speaks at the announcement. (Communications Nova Scotia)