White Papers

A collection of papers discussing some of the issues surrounding broadband in Canada. The intention is to provide a high level of understanding of some of these complex issues. Many of the papers present neutral positions that are sympathetic toward ventures under consideration by private investors and the possibility of public private partnerships.

Alberta Government Final Mile Broadband Initiative - Request for Information

Here is a response we authored on behalf of the non-profit group Communities Without Boundaries. We felt is was important that, since the majority of the respondents would be corporations and other parties with vested interests, that we should make a presentation on behalf of Albertans. Special thanks to David Robinson and Josh Sehn for their dedication of many hours of volunteer work to make this submission on behalf of Albertans.

Report from Alberta Economic Development Authority

Please find below a link to download the report, "Accelerating Broadband Enablement in Rural Alberta" which is from the Alberta Economic Development Authority (AEDA), Sustainable and Regional Development Committee (S&RD).

Broadband Policy Discussion Paper

A brief paper discussing some of the issues and policy options regarding federal government involvement in broadband. The intention is to provide a high level view of some of the issues. Presented is a neutral position but one that is sympathetic toward ventures under consideration by private investors and the possibility of public private partnerships.

Community FTTH Networks - Structural Options

A short document outlining some of the relevant details for how the Public Private Partnerships have come together in other parts of the world.

Groundwork

Creating awareness and sharing information with the public by establishing a broad array of representation.

Palliser Future Project 2010 Action Plan Summary

At the 2010 Growing Rural Alberta Symposium, participants were guided through a process to develop key focus areas and strategic actions needed to create the preferred future for the Palliser Region. This summary reflects the consolidated action plans developed by the Symposium participants.