YORKTON – Dozens of Saskatchewan communities, including several in the province’s east-central region, will soon have access to high-speed internet as Access Communications Co-operative continues its push to close the rural connectivity gap.
The Regina-based co-operative announced plans to bring its AccessHyperSpeed+ service to 34 more communities over the next year. Among those set to benefit are Cupar, Kenosee Lake, Preeceville, Broadview, Norquay, Sturgis, Wawota and Montmartre.
The rollout will happen in stages, beginning this summer and continuing through 2026. Access says the expansion builds on an infrastructure program that has already connected 130 communities across Saskatchewan, offering speeds of up to one gigabit per second.
“We’re so excited to bring high-speed internet to these communities,” said Access Communications president and CEO Carmela Haines.
“As a Saskatchewan co-operative, we’re proud to invest where we live and work. This is about helping families stay connected, supporting local businesses, and creating opportunities close to home.”
In addition to internet service, residents in these areas will have access to products such as AccessNexTV Stream, AccessSmart WiFi+ and home and business security solutions.
Access, a 100 per cent community-owned, not-for-profit co-operative, says all revenue is reinvested back into the province to improve infrastructure and support local initiatives.
