Rogers has just announced a historic expansion of its satellite service, which will now cover Canadian territorial waters, a revolution for sailors, fishermen, and anyone navigating far from the coast.
A digital lifeline
Imagine a fisherman off the coast of Newfoundland or an adventurer crossing James Bay. Until now, these waters were digital deserts. Today, Rogers fills these coverage gaps with a satellite service that allows at least text messaging and emergency calls to 911.
For now, the service relies on a partnership with Starlink, Elon Musk’s satellite constellation. The Canadian provider already announces that voice calls and data transmission will be available soon.
This expansion is part of a broader trend to bring connectivity to remote areas. According to Rogers, the service is already widely used in national parks such as Banff and Algonquin, as well as in isolated communities like Telegraph Creek in British Columbia.
For these regions, often forgotten by traditional networks, this connection is more than a service. It is a vital link to the rest of the country.
An investment worth considering
However, this technology comes at a cost: $15 per month extra or included in Rogers’ Ultimate plan. Recent iPhone users will notice that Apple offers a free alternative with its own satellite technology.
As digital frontiers continue to recede, one question remains: how far will we go to stay connected? Rogers appears determined to push these limits, one signal at a time.
