LOCAL FACTS AND FIGURES

The Future of Rural Connectivity: Bringing High-Speed Internet to Small Towns

Introduction In Canada’s small towns—communities under 30,000—reliable internet is no longer a luxury; it’s a lifeline. Yet, as of March 12, 2025, many remain disconnected. The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) reports that 50% of rural households lack access to high-speed broadband (defined as 50 Mbps download/10 Mbps upload), compared to just 5% in […]

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Sustainable Living in Small Towns: How Local Choices Shape Canada’s Environmental Future

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Introduction Canada’s small towns—communities under 30,000—sit at the crossroads of nature and necessity. Nestled amid forests, prairies, and coastlines, these towns feel climate change up close: wildfires in British Columbia, floods in Manitoba, and warming winters in the Maritimes. Yet, their scale and spirit offer a unique chance to lead on sustainability. Environment and Climate

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Preserving Heritage, Building Tomorrow: Cultural Identity in Canada’s Small Towns

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Introduction In Canada’s small towns—communities under 30,000—heritage is more than history; it’s the heartbeat of identity. From Indigenous traditions on Manitoulin Island to the colonial facades of Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, these towns hold a quarter of the nation’s heritage sites, according to Parks Canada. Yet, as of March 12, 2025, this richness faces erosion. Modernization

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