Télébec is pleased to announce high-speed Internet is now available to all customers in Télébec territory with the introduction of Telesat’s Ka-band 2-way satellite solution.

Effective today, Télébec is a service provider for a new satellite broadband service operating on Telesat’s Anik F2 satellite. Telesat’s new satellite is the first in the world to commercialize the Ka-frequency band, a breakthrough satellite communications technology for delivering cost-effective, two-way broadband services.

“Telesat is committed to providing reliable Internet services to all Canadians — no matter where they live,” said Larry Boisvert, Telesat’s President and CEO. “Télébec shares our vision, and our services complement each other perfectly. Together, we want to make Télébec territory digital divide’ a thing of the past.”

“Telesat’s Ka-band technology will deliver affordable, always-on high-speed Internet connectivity anywhere in our territory, regardless of where users live,” commented Sylvie Couture, VP – Network provisioning and Chief Technology Officer. “Designed specifically for those customers who do not have access to DSL or cable, Ka-band service provides high-speed Internet without sacrificing a phone line.”

For further information contact Télébec au 1-888-835-3232 or visit their website at www.telebec.com.

Information:
Paul Lacoursière
Director, Communications &Public Affairs
1 888 737-6673 ext. 6073 or (819) 233-6073