COMMUNITY NOTICE: Project: High-Speed Internet Expansion in Township of Assiginack

Community Notice

Project: High-Speed Internet Expansion in Township of Assiginack

Dear Township of Assiginack Residents,

We are pleased to announce that ROCK Networks a part of the PomeGran Group, has been awarded a project to enhance high-speed internet access across Manitoulin Island, including Township of Assiginack. This project is part of our ongoing commitment to improving broadband services in Northern Ontario, bringing increased connectivity to underserved areas.

Project Overview

This initiative aims to deploy fibre infrastructure to ensure reliable and high-speed internet service. The work involves installing fibre-optic cables, upgrading network equipment, and coordinating with community leaders to ensure minimal disruption. By expanding broadband capacity, we hope to support Assiginack’s connectivity needs and overall development.

Key Project Information

Duration of Presence in Township of Assiginack:

  • Survey: November 2024- December 2024
  • Fibre Deployment: March 2025 – July 2025

Daily Work Hours:

  • Approximately 9 am – 5 pm, Monday to Friday.

Potential Impacts:

  • During the deployment, there may be minor disruptions to traffic or pedestrian pathways. We are committed to working efficiently to minimize these inconveniences.

Project Team

About PomeGran and ROCK Networks:

PomeGran Inc. is Canada’s fastest growing fibre-centric broadband infrastructure provider. Dedicated to enhancing broadband services, PomeGran has emerged as a leader on a mission to empower underserved markets in Quebec and Ontario. PomeGran is investing in rural Quebec and Northern Ontario as part of their strategic plan. Boasting ownership of broadband networks, underground and aerial fibre assets, and fixed wireless access (FWA) assets, PomeGran is committed to bridging the digital divide that exists between urban, rural, and Indigenous communities. ROCK Networks is a broadband service provider and telecommunications systems integrator within the PomeGran group.

Team Contact:

  • For any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to our community liaison:

Powering Rural Broadband

Phone:1-888-908-6682

Website: rocknetworks.com

Thank you for welcoming us into your community. We look forward to working together to bring enhanced connectivity to the Township of Assiginack.

Sincerely,

PomeGran/ROCK Networks