Homes in rural areas will start being connected later this year
Township of King, Ont. — Residents of King Township will soon experience a significant upgrade in internet connectivity, thanks to the efforts of YorkNet, a corporation owned by York Region, in partnership with Galaxy Fibre, an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
The initiative is part of a broader expansion project under the federal government’s $3.2 billion Universal Broadband Fund, targeting underserved homes in the region.
Project overview
The project aims to improve internet access for homes that are considered underserved according to federal and provincial standards. These standards define underserved areas as those where internet speeds are below 50 Mbps for downloads and 10 Mbps for uploads.
YorkNet and Galaxy Fibre have structured the project in phases to ensure seamless connectivity to the existing network, with the first phase focusing on installing ‘dark’ cable infrastructure in Glenville, located near Hwy. 9 and Dufferin Street. Dark cable refers to fibre optic cable that is unlit that becomes lit when an ISP attaches network equipment and transfers data between numerous connected points.
The groundwork has been laid, and the electronics and bandwidth connections are being installed. Residents in certain areas of Glenville will soon be able to access high-speed services when the network goes live later this year.
Upcoming connections
Galaxy Fibre plans to commence visits to eligible homes in Glenville this month, where team members will introduce residents to their high-speed internet offerings. Interested residents can sign up for service when the network is fully operational in December.
In addition, Galaxy Fibre representatives will also engage with residents in other areas in King, including sections of Keele Street, 8th Concession, 19th Sideroad and Lloydtown/Aurora Road. Homes in these regions will be connected once all necessary equipment is in place by 2025.
Community engagement and information
To keep residents informed, YorkNet has updated details on recent community connections on their website, yorknet.ca, and plans to release further information in an upcoming email newsletter. Residents interested in staying updated can subscribe for e-news updates. Social media updates will also be issued via York Region's official channels once sales begin.
For further inquiries, residents can contact YorkNet at yorknet@york.ca.
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Steve Pellegrini, Mayor King Township
"The collaboration between YorkNet and Galaxy Fibre is a significant step forward for King Township, bringing essential high-speed internet access to homes that have long been underserved. In today's digital world, reliable internet is not just a luxury—it's a necessity. This project reflects our commitment to enhancing the quality of life for our residents by ensuring they have access to the connectivity they need for work, education and daily life."
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Township of King | Phone: 905-833-5321 | Email: media@king.ca
