The internet installation project for Eden Mills in Wellington County has been completed, federal and provincial politicians announced.
The internet installation project for Eden Mills in Wellington County has been completed, federal and provincial politicians announced.
It cost $976,000 to provide service to about 350 homes, businesses and farms with the federal and provincial governments each contributing up to $267,000.
“Access to reliable broadband infrastructure is critical to ensuring all Canadians have the ability to connect and prosper in today’s increasingly digital world,” said Liberal MP Tim Louis who represents the nearby riding of Kitchener–Conestoga.
“I have always advocated for better service to rural Ontario. That’s why I am very pleased to announce that broadband will be extended to more rural and small communities here in Perth-Wellington,” said Randy Pettapiece, Conservative MPP for Perth-Wellington,. He is also parliamentary assistant to Ontario Agriculture Minister Lisa Thompson.