AspinThree significant funding projects were announced today and local citizens in the Nipissing-Timikaming area can expect better internet access for the near future. MP Jay Aspin announced over 9 million dollars will be distributed towards three different projects in the surrounding area and it will look to improve communication and give citizens better access to the internet.

More than 2,100 households throughout the Nipissing-Timiskaming area will directly benefit from the projects and MP Aspin explained what kind of opportunities it could lead for people in the surrounding area.

“The internet is a great leveler,” stated Aspin.
“You can start a small business from any remote area of our region, and compete worldwide. It’s up to you.”

Over $500,00 is for the Temagami area while $5.2 million and $3.2 million will help improve broadband throughout Nipissing-Timiskaming and the Parry Sound Regions.