Bringing High-Speed Internet to Hard-to-Reach Areas
SWIFT 2.0 is a $35 million Government of Ontario broadband initiative that aims to bring high-speed internet to nearly 3,000 underserved homes and businesses in hard-to-reach areas across Southwestern Ontario.
By partnering with local and regional service providers, SWIFT aims to accelerate the deployment of broadband infrastructure to locations identified by the province that have historically struggled with slow speeds and unreliable connections.
The SWIFT 2.0 project is committed to providing equitable digital opportunities for residents of Southwestern Ontario, ensuring that even hard-to-reach areas enjoy the benefits of high-speed internet.
Strong Partnerships,
Immediate Action
The SWIFT 2.0 project is making significant progress, with all locations anticipated to be in service by December 2025. Key project activities such as network design and permitting are underway, and construction has already begun in several areas throughout the region.
Our partners in the SWIFT 2.0 rollout include BrookeTel, Cogeco, Execulink, First Nations Cable, GBTel, HuronTel, NFTC, Quadro, Saugeen First Nation, TekSavvy and Wightman.
COVERAGE AREA
SWIFT 2.0 aims to enhance high-speed internet service in dispersed and underserved locations across Southwestern Ontario’s rural and small communities. The project areas are primarily non-contiguous, meaning they are not clustered together but rather include scattered locations, with some areas focusing on just one or two homes or businesses.
PROJECT MAP
