Nova Scotia adds new cell towers at four sites to boost service in rural areas
The towers were built as part of the Cellular for Nova Scotia Program, which is a multi-year, multi-phase effort to help improve service for Nova Scotians in unserved areas, a news release from the province said.
'With these towers now up and running, we're making it safer and more connected for people in these communities,' said Public Works Minister Fred Tilley, who is also the minister responsible for Build Nova Scotia. 'Whether calling for help in an emergency, staying in touch with family, working from home or learning online, reliable cellular service makes a real difference.'
There are now towers at the following locations:
East Kemptville, Yarmouth County
Middle Ohio, Shelburne County
North Range Corner, Digby County
Millen Mountain in Halifax County
The province says Rogers will upgrade 27 sites during Phase 1 of the program, while the provincial government will add 27 towers to expand coverage in Phase 2.
Nova Scotia has spent more than $69 million on the program so far.
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