Residents of Ste. Agathe can look forward to significantly improved internet service later this year. Valley Fiber, an internet service provider based out of Winkler, Manitoba has announced that they’ve reached an agreement to expand into the town, bringing with them fast, secure fibre and wireless internet.
The company’s modus operandi is to install dedicated fibre lines to individual businesses and households, a practice that bestows greater online security and guaranteed speeds.
Valley Fiber will also construct a new fibre-connected wireless tower in Ste. Agathe, which will provide service to homes which otherwise wouldn’t be able to connect directly to the new fibre line. These wireless services will be provided by Valley Fiber’s sister company, VISP.
“Having access to fast, reliable internet is no longer a luxury,” says Conley Kehler, Senior Vice President of Valley Fiber. “It is an essential part of our lives, from our work to our schools, to keeping connected with friends and loves ones. Our service offerings go well past internet and include TV, home phone, and security.”
Kehler adds that this agreement is the culmination of many months of working together with Ste. Agathe CDI.
“Valley Fiber’s unique hardline security and ability to provide enterprise-grade speed to local businesses will help existing businesses access all of the digital tools they need to be successful,” says Ren de Moissac, Director of the Ste. Agathe CDI. “It will also provide an opportunity for future economic development, providing world-class technology for any business entity looking to set up shop in Ste. Agathe.”
The Ste. Agathe CDI extends gratitude to the RM of Ritchot for their support, and specifically to Councillor Curtis Claydon, who represents the community on council.
“We at Valley Fiber are excited to become part of the community of Ste. Agathe,” Kehler adds. “With the additional services of our data centre, and VISP, our fixed wireless company, we are a one-stop shop.”
