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Broadband Call to Action
The Saskatchewan Broadband Action Committee (SBAC) is a cross-sector and community-based group of provincial, local, and Indigenous organizations, and networks. The Committee was formed through a collective concern over the issues and lost opportunities for all citizens related to broadband connectivity across the province. SEDA is a founding member and retains a seat on the Executive. SBAC's key focus is to assist with addressing long-standing issues affecting broadband connectivity and advise and direct actions leading to a shared strategy, investment, and vision.
The Need for Change:
Saskatchewan continues to receive the lowest per capita investment from the Federal Government.
- Persistent digital divide for individuals living on First Nations and in rural and remote communities.
- 53% of the province does not have access to broadband 50/10 high-speed (the CRTC's national standard).
- Saskatchewan is currently the only province without a provincial plan related to improving broadband infrastructure.
- A large portion of the Saskatchewan population lives in rural areas, where connectivity is a concern.
Call to Action:
As a committee, SBAC has outlined five key calls to action for the Provincial and Federal Government to develop a Provincial Broadband Plan and receive greater investment in broadband infrastructure – outlined in the 2025 SBAC Briefing Note.
To further SBAC's cause, our ask of you is to continue to raise this issue and ask questions with your local MLA and the Provincial Government. Together, we can achieve broadband parity for all Saskatchewan residents, regardless of address. |
