These investments are paired with a
significant contribution from the Government of Quebec and the CRTC to expand wireless
connectivity to rural and remote communities
SAINTE-MARIE, QC, Sept. 16,
2024 /CNW/ - TELUS is pleased to announce a
$9.6 million private investment in
the Chaudière-Appalaches region this year to deploy and update its
networks. This investment is paired with the financial contribution
of $2.7 million from the Government
of Quebec and $2.2 million from the CRTC (Canadian
Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission) that will allow
for the addition of 20 new 5G wireless sites in the region.
- The investments from the Government of Quebec announced in April 2024 will allow for the addition of 16 new
sites that will increase the service level for cellular coverage.
Among the sites are the municipalities of Frampton (2), Saint-Benjamin, Saint-Cyrille-de-Lessard (2), Saint-Damase-de-L'Islet, Saint-Damien-de-Buckland,
Saint-Édouard-de-Lotbinière, Saint-Malachie, Saint-Marcel, Saint-Narcisse-de-Beaurivage,
Saint-Nérée-de-Bellechasse, Saint-Omer, Sainte-Apolline-de-Patton,
Sainte-Félicité and Sainte-Perpétue. Planning and preparatory work
will begin in 2024. TELUS plans for the first sites to be
operational in 2025.
- As part of the CRTC Fund, the details of which were revealed
last year, two new wireless sites will be activated in Saint-Pamphile and Saint-Adalbert by the end of the year.
Activation of a second site Saint-Adalbert and one in Saint-Paul-de-Montminy will begin in
2025.
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"Generational investments in our world-class networks are
crucial to keeping Quebecers connected to people, information, and
essential resources, as well as benefiting from all the innovation
and evolution of our portfolio of products and services supported
by the power of these networks," says Nathalie Dionne, Regional Vice-President,
Marketing, TELUS. "Connectivity supports the development of our
regions, strengthens their appeal and accelerates their
environmental transition. It also contributes to bridging the
digital and socioeconomic gaps, offering every member of society
the opportunity to reach their full potential. Although our private
investments are crucial, we commend the commitments from the
Government of Quebec and the CRTC
to improve wireless coverage in our regions."
"As a significant corporate and charity partner for several
years in the region, TELUS is once again showing its commitment to
bridging the digital gaps and improving the quality of life for our
communities and the services they offer," says Gaétan Vachon,
Warden of the RCM de La Nouvelle-Beauce. "I'm very pleased that
our region can enjoy this leading-edge technology. It will ensure a
promising future."
"The investments by TELUS in the construction of new wireless
sites this year are a crucial step to strengthen our region's
connectivity and support the economic and social development of our
community," says Pascal Fournier,
Mayor of Saint-Nérée-de-Bellechasse. "The improved connectivity
gives us the chance to expand our potential for growth and maintain
our appeal for the entire population. Thanks to these investments,
the lack of connectivity will no longer be an obstacle to the
development of our community."
"Frampton is one of the
municipalities in the Chaudière-Appalaches region that attracts the
most tourists. Therefore, it was imperative that our community
enjoy high-performing cellular connectivity across its entire
territory," says Jean Audet,
Mayor of Frampton. "I'm very
excited about these investments by TELUS and the Government of
Quebec, not only for the
sustainability of tourism in Frampton, but also for our citizens and
thriving small and medium businesses."
Sustainable investments for a better future
TELUS plans to invest $73 billion
in Canada by 2028, including
$10 billion in the Quebec economy, for its infrastructure,
operations and spectrum licensing and to improve the coverage,
speed and reliability of its world-class networks.
TELUS distinguishes itself by its ambitious vision for community
giving and its team's dedication to putting the company's "We give
where we live" philosophy into practice. From 2023 to today, the
TELUS Friendly Future Foundation has given close to $100,000 to several local organizations that have
an impact on youth in the Chaudière-Appalaches region for different
projects, including Association renaissance des Appalaches,
Maison de la famille Nouvelle-Beauce
and Alliance jeunesse des Chutes-de-la-Chaudière. This generosity
reflects TELUS' core belief that business success goes hand in hand
with community involvement.
The investments announced in this news release reflect TELUS'
overall capital expenditure guidance for 2024, which was released
on February 9, 2024 during the
company's fourth financial quarter of 2023.
Forward-Looking Statements
This news release contains forward-looking statements about
future events and plans, including statements relating to TELUS'
infrastructure, operations, services and spectrum investment plans,
anticipated connections to our PureFibre network footprint, and our
environmental targets. These forward-looking statements are made
based on a number of assumptions, and readers are cautioned not to
place undue reliance on them as there is significant risk that
actual results may vary materially from these forward-looking
statements, including as a result of risks relating to regulatory
decisions and developments, the competitive environment in which we
operate, and our operating and financial results.
The forward-looking statements in this news release are subject
to a cautionary note and based on the assumptions, qualifications
and risks described in detail in TELUS' annual management reports
for 2023 and the first quarter of 2024, which are incorporated by
reference herein, and in other TELUS public disclosure documents
and filings with securities commissions in Canada (on SEDAR+ at sedarplus.ca) and in
the United States (on EDGAR at
sec.gov). Forward-looking statements describe TELUS' expectations
and are based on our assumptions as of the date of this news
release, and are therefore subject to change. These statements are
made pursuant to the "safe harbour" provisions of applicable
securities laws in Canada and the
United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.
Except as required by law, TELUS neither intends nor is obligated
to update or revise the forward-looking statements contained in
this document.
About TELUS
TELUS (TSX: T, NYSE: TU) is a dynamic, world-leading
communications technology company with more than $20 billion in annual revenue and over 19 million
customer connections spanning wireless, data, IP, voice,
television, entertainment, video, and security. Our social purpose
is to leverage our global-leading technology and compassion to
drive social change and enable remarkable human outcomes. Our
longstanding commitment to putting our customers first fuels every
aspect of our business, making us a distinct leader in customer
service excellence and loyalty. The numerous, sustained accolades
TELUS has earned over the years from independent, industry-leading
network insight firms showcase the strength and speed of TELUS'
global-leading networks, reinforcing our commitment to provide
Canadians with access to superior technology that connects us to
the people, resources and information that make our lives
better.
Operating in 32 countries around the world, TELUS Digital
Experience (TSX and NYSE: TIXT) is a leading digital customer
experience innovator that designs, builds, and delivers
next-generation solutions, including AI and content moderation, for
global and disruptive brands across strategic industry verticals,
including tech and games, communications and media, eCommerce and
fintech, banking, financial services and insurance, healthcare, and
others.
TELUS Health is a global healthcare leader, which provides
employee and family primary and preventive healthcare and wellbeing
solutions. Our TELUS team, along with our 100,000 health
professionals, are leveraging the combination of TELUS' strong
digital and data analytics capabilities with our unsurpassed client
service to dramatically improve remedial, preventive and mental
health outcomes covering nearly 72 million lives, and growing,
around the world. As the largest provider of digital solutions and
digital insights of its kind, TELUS Agriculture & Consumer
Goods enables efficient and sustainable production from seed to
store, helping improve the safety and quality of food and other
goods in a way that is traceable to end consumers.
Driven by our determination and vision to connect all citizens
for good, our deeply meaningful and enduring philosophy to give
where we live has inspired TELUS and our team to contribute
$1.7 billion, including 2.2 million
days of service since 2000. This unprecedented generosity and
unparalleled volunteerism have made TELUS the most giving company
in the world. Together, let's make the future friendly.
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SOURCE TELUS Communications Inc.