SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service is set to expand its reach in rural Canada in the spring of 2023, bringing high-speed broadband to underserved communities. The expansion, which will cover hard-to-reach areas in Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Ontario, aims to provide reliable and affordable internet access to residents struggling with slow or non-existent connectivity..
Starlink, operated by Elon Musk’s SpaceX, utilizes a network of low-orbit satellites to deliver internet to locations with limited or no terrestrial infrastructure. This technology offers a unique solution for remote areas where traditional broadband infrastructure deployment is challenging or costly..
The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) has recently approved SpaceX’s application to offer satellite internet services in Canada, paving the way for Starlink’s expansion. The company has already begun pre-orders for the service in select rural areas and expects to activate service in the spring of 2023..
