For the second year in a row, the team at Canquest Communications is thrilled to announce that they have been awarded the Canadian Choice Award (CCA) as the 2025 top telecommunications service provider in Chatham-Kent.

“We are incredibly proud to have won this distinguished award. We are now entering our 33rd year of operations and it is a huge honour for our company and team to be recognized by our community” said Rob Klein, General Manager. “Our mission has always been to provide our customers with the best internet services coupled with local support. This award is a sign that our customers feel that we’re doing the right things and push us to work even harder to keep their trust in their local internet service provider,” he added.

The Canadian Choice Award winners are selected based on various criteria, including but not limited to business performance, innovation, community impact, customer reviews, and overall excellence. The Canadian Choice Award winner was selected based on a nominator feedback survey, independent analysis, and a vital business owner questionnaire which was sent to all the finalists.

“Big congrats on your win in the telecommunications category. Your hard work has really paid off! Your success is not just a personal win, it’s a big win for the Canadian entrepreneur community,” said The Canadian Choice Awards in a congratulatory message.

About Canquest Communications (Online) Inc.:

Based in Chatham, Ontario, Canquest is an award-winning local independent telecom value-added services company, providing its customers with superior customer service and competitive offerings. Over the last 32 years, Canquest has expanded its service offerings from phone services to include advanced residential and business internet and telephone services to the counties of southwestern Ontario.

Canquest’s goal is to provide rural and Indigenous communities throughout Canada with reliable and affordable telecommunication services to bridge the digital divide between Canadian underserved rural and expanding urban communities.

About PomeGran Inc.:

PomeGran Inc. is Canada’s fastest-growing fibre-centric broadband infrastructure provider. Dedicated to enhancing broadband services, PomeGran has emerged as a leader on a mission to empower underserved markets in Quebec and Ontario. PomeGran is investing in rural Quebec and Northern Ontario as part of their strategic plan. Boasting ownership of broadband networks, underground and aerial fibre assets, and fixed wireless access (FWA) assets, PomeGran is committed to bridging the digital divide that exists between urban, rural, and Indigenous communities. Founded on the fundamental principle of ensuring equitable access to high-speed Internet, PomeGran believes that everyone deserves the opportunity to participate in today’s digital-first economy.

About The 2025 Canadian Choice Award

Canadian Choice Award (CCA) was founded on the belief that small businesses are the backbone of Canada, often lighting up our communities with their passion and resilience yet sometimes remaining in the shadows.

From the cozy restaurants in Toronto to the enduring family-run stores in Halifax, CCA is dedicated to spotlighting and championing these vital establishments.

Revolutionizing Home Entertainment with Premium Features, Seamless Streaming, and Exclusive Launch Offers

[Chatham, ON] – [2024/12/18] – Canquest, a trusted provider of reliable and innovative internet services, is excited to announce the launch of Rally TV service, the ultimate home entertainment solution. With RallyTV, enjoy the best in live entertainment, featuring hundreds of live TV channels, premium streaming options, and advanced features, all with the flexibility to stream on-the-go via the RallyTV app for iOS, Android and all major supported platforms and devices. Exclusively available when bundled with Canquest Internet, RallyTV will transform how Canadians experience entertainment at home.

“RallyTV service is designed to meet the modern household’s entertainment needs with cutting-edge technology, unparalleled convenience, and ease of use. Whether you’re a sports enthusiast, a movie buff, or a family looking for diverse content, RallyTV offers something for everyone.” said Robert Klein, General Manager & Vice President, Canquest.

Canquest is committed to enhancing Canadians’ television experiences by offering features like 100 hours of cloud PVR, parental controls, and smart sports highlights. RallyTV’s seamless integration allows users to easily switch between live TV and their favourite apps while enjoying the flexibility of streaming on up to five devices.

“We’re proud to bring RallyTV service to our customers, delivering a premium yet affordable entertainment solution,” said Kalai S. Kalaichelvan, CEO, Canquest Communications. “This launch is a testament to our commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction.”

Special Launch Offer:
Bundle RallyTV with Canquest Internet to receive no activation fee and $20 off your next three internet bills. RallyTV launches December 18th, visit canquest.com to learn more and start saving today.

About Canquest Communications
Based in Chatham, Ontario, Canquest is an award-winning local independent telecom value-added services company, providing its customers with superior customer service and competitive offerings. Over the last 32 years, Canquest has expanded its service offerings from phone services to include advanced residential and business internet and telephone services to the counties of southwestern Ontario.
Canquest’s goal is to provide rural and Indigenous communities throughout Canada with reliable and affordable telecommunication services to bridge the digital divide between Canadian underserved rural and expanding urban communities.

About PomeGran Inc.
PomeGran Inc. is Canada’s fastest growing fibre-centric broadband infrastructure provider. Dedicated to enhancing broadband services, PomeGran has emerged as a leader on a mission to empower underserved markets in Quebec and Ontario. PomeGran is investing in rural Quebec and Northern Ontario as part of their strategic plan. Boasting ownership of broadband networks, underground and aerial fibre assets, and fixed wireless access (FWA) assets, PomeGran is committed to bridging the digital divide that exists between urban, rural, and Indigenous communities. Founded on the fundamental principle of ensuring equitable access to high-speed Internet, PomeGran believes that everyone deserves the opportunity to participate in today’s digital-first economy.

For media queries, please contact: media@canquest.com

PomeGran Group and Broadband Communications North Secure Federal Funding to Boost Connectivity in Remote Indigenous Regions

THOMPSON, MB, March 7, 2024 /CNW/ – PomeGran Inc., via its subsidiary ROCK Networks, a leading broadband service provider, and Broadband Communications North (BCN), Manitoba’s largest Indigenous network, have received $7.5 million in funding from the federal government to deliver cellular and data service to eight remote Indigenous communities in Northern Manitoba. The funding, announced yesterday by the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, heralds a new era of connectivity for these underserved regions.

This funding from Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), combined with additional funding from other sources, enables PomeGran and BCN to begin the next phase in a project to bring improved connectivity to 18 Indigenous communities across Northern Manitoba.

Powered by low-earth-orbit (LEO) satellites from Eutelsat OneWeb, phase 2 will bring cellular connectivity to Barren Lands First Nation, Northlands Denesuline First Nation, Poplar River First Nation, Mathias Colomb Cree Nation, Shamattawa First Nation, Sayisi Dene Denesuline Nation, Mosakahiken Cree Nation, and Bloodvein First Nation.

“This funding announcement is a game-changer for connectivity in our communities,” said Jason Neepin, Executive Director of BCN. “Partnering with ROCK Networks and receiving support from the federal government demonstrates our collective dedication to bridging the digital divide. The expansion of cellular and data services to our most remote areas signifies a major step forward in addressing the service gap that many of our communities face. This investment sets the stage for transformational change, unlocking a wealth of opportunities for education, healthcare, and economic growth.”

“Phase 2 of our project marks a significant milestone in our journey towards enhancing connectivity and empowering communities,” said Brent Johnston, CEO of PomeGran. “With crucial funding support, we’re not only expanding access, but also fostering sustainable economic growth. Together, we’re building a bridge to a more connected and prosperous future for all.”

“We’re thrilled to have supported BCN in securing this funding, which highlights our ongoing commitment, alongside the Government of Canada, to extend high-speed Internet to Indigenous communities in Canada,” said Joe Hickey, President of PomeGran. “This funding represents a pivotal milestone in our mission to enhance connectivity in these communities. With this support, ROCK Networks and BCN will be able to accelerate the deployment of cellular and data services, ensuring that residents have access to essential communication tools taken for granted in urban areas.”

In 2022, ROCK Networks and BCN, in partnership with Eutelsat OneWeb, announced the first phase of a pilot project to deliver high-speed Internet connectivity to the Manto Sipi Cree Nation.

About PomeGran Inc.:

PomeGran Inc. stands as one of North America’s foremost fibre-centric broadband infrastructure providers. Dedicated to enhancing broadband services, PomeGran has emerged as a leader on a mission to empower underserved markets in Eastern Canada and the Northeastern US. Boasting ownership of broadband networks, underground and aerial fibre assets, and fixed wireless access (FWA) assets, PomeGran is committed to bridging the digital divide that exists between urban, rural, and Indigenous communities. Founded on the fundamental principle of ensuring equitable access to high-speed Internet, PomeGran believes that everyone deserves the opportunity to participate in today’s digital-first economy. To delve deeper into PomeGran’s vision and initiatives, please visit www.pomegran.com.

About BCN:

Broadband Communications North Inc. (BCN) is a not-for-profit network that provides high-speed broadband connectivity to rural, northern, and remote communities in Manitoba. Established in 2002, BCN is one of the largest First Nations community networks in Canada and provides access to critical services like health care and education.

Chatham, ON and Toronto, ON (January 11, 2024) – PomeGran Inc., a leading owner and operator of fibre and fixed wireless rural broadband networks across North America, under the brands of IceNet Wireless, CochraneTel, Canquest Communications and Digicom, is pleased to announce that Canquest Communications has been awarded the Winner – Chatham in the Telecommunications category, at the 2024 Canadian Choice Award, beating out larger well-known regional and national telecommunications service providers.

The Canadian Choice Award Winners are chosen through a comprehensive process involving independent analysis, assessment of community impact, responses to a detailed business questionnaire, and feedback from nominator forms. This multifaceted approach ensures a fair and thorough evaluation of each candidate’s merits.

“We are once again very proud of our Canquest team for being recognized by not just their community but also by a third-party organization, such as the Canadian Choice Award, for their exceptional customer service,” said Rob Klein, Vice President & General Manager of Canquest Communications. “In this highly competitive marketplace, we are showing that locally operated ISPs with an keen focus on customer service and satisfaction are the key to building and growing our businesses, and we want to thank Nicole and her team for this well-deserved national recognition,” he concluded.

“Over the past few years, we have been recognized within the communities that we serve as providing the best internet and telecommunications services, and we are grateful for this continued recognition. We have always focused on providing quality services to our customers at reasonable prices, coupled with exceptional customer care. Winning these awards shows that our caring approach to our customers is being well-recognized and appreciated,” said Nicole Mihalco, Director of Operations, Canquest Communications.

Canquest Communications (Online) Inc. (canquest.com) is part of the PomeGran Group (pomegran.io).

About Canadian Choice Awards

Recognizing The Small Business Owners

Canadian Choice Award (CCA) was founded on the belief that small businesses are the backbone of Canada, often lighting up our communities with their passion and resilience, yet sometimes remaining in the shadows.

From the cozy restaurants in Toronto to the enduring family-run stores in Halifax, CCA is dedicated to spotlighting and championing these vital establishments.

About Canquest Communications (Online) Inc.:

Based in Chatham, Ontario, Canquest is an award-winning local independent telecom value-added services company, providing its customers with superior customer service and competitive offerings. Over the last 32 years, Canquest has expanded its service offering from phone services to include advanced residential and business internet and telephony services to the counties of southwestern Ontario.

Canquest’s goal is to provide rural and Indigenous communities throughout Canada with reliable and affordable telecommunication services to bridge the digital divide between Canadian underserved rural and expanding urban communities. canquest.com

About PomeGran Inc.:

PomeGran has its headquarters in Toronto, ON Canada. We are a premier fibre-centric broadband infrastructure provider. We own and operate broadband networks, owning both underground and aerial fibre assets and fixed wireless access (FWA) assets. PomeGran provides broadband services, targeting the large underserved market in Eastern Canada and the Northeastern US.

PomeGran was founded on the principle of bridging the digital divide between Indigenous, rural, and urban communities, so that everyone can access high-speed Internet to participate in today’s economy, and tomorrow’s workforce. pomegran.io

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:

Rosanna Cavallaro
Vice President, Marketing
Canquest Communications
C: 1-416-318-7150
E: rosanna@canquest.com
W: canquest.com

Berri WiFi 6+ provides a complete advanced Home WiFi Mesh solution.

Toronto, ON, CANADA (November 23, 2022) — PomeGran Inc., a leading provider of broadband solutions to Tier I operators, ISPs and enterprises, today announced that its new Brand – Berri WiFi 6+ family of products is available for ordering to the general market, targeting ISPs and Enterprises. Berri WiFi 6+ has the extended capability of enabling ISPs to manage multiple homes, with each home having yard-to-yard WiFi coverage, with both indoor and outdoor capabilities. By using Berri solutions, ISPs can now become WiFi Managed Service Providers. Their customers don’t have to invest in upfront equipment, and, at the same time, ISPs can generate recurring revenue, increasing their ARPU.

“I’m excited about the general availability of our new Berri brand WiFi 6+ consumer-centric suite of products for ISPs. ISPs can visit Berri website https://berritech.ca/ and order the Berri products, available for immediate shipment,” stated Dr. Kalai S. Kalaichelvan, CEO, EION. “Our group companies will rollout Berri products to our customers, as well as to other ISPs that are looking to make a significant impact to their customers and remain ahead-of-the-curve, by providing cutting edge technology products and managed services, while at the same time increasing their ARPU,” he concluded.

Berri WiFI 6+ includes: Berri 6 Mesh Router- WiFi 6 AX1800 dual-band Smart Mesh Router, cuBITS – Whole Home WiFi Mesh System, and MosaiQ Mesh – Complete Management and Reporting Platform for this Mesh system. The latest WiFi 6 technology provides 4X greater scalability, reduced interference and improved security; 3X faster performance, and is highly responsive with lower latency. This provides a complete home WiFi management solution for ISPs, enabling them to provide the most advanced technology solutions to their customers, with extended and optimized mesh coverage, throughout their homes and offices. Simultaneously, the network monitoring and management of the solution for ISPs’ NOCs is seamless, with the MosaiQ Mesh management and reporting platform.

“Digicom is excited and looking forward to the rollout of the new Berri product line to our customers, which is a game changer for Digicom and other broadband service providers that want to make sure that their customers have access to the same technologies as customers in large urban centres, “said Christine Marion, Vice President, Digicom. “The timing of Berri WiFi 6 products is perfect for Digicom, as we are deploying a large Fiber-To-The-Premise (FTTP) network in Quebec, funded by the Government of Quebec under the Éclair III Program. This will enable our customers to get yard-to-yard high-speed WiFi coverage, complementing their fibre connectivity. We are very pleased to place a large initial order for all the Berri products,” she concluded.

Berri, a PomeGran brand, provides advanced wireless products and managed WiFi services for ISPs, enabling them to introduce new solutions to customers to bridge the digital divide. These solutions will also drive increased ARPU for ISPs in rural communities.

The Berri 6 Mesh Router system is suitable for various building types, and signals can pass through walls and travel further than previous technologies, optimizing wireless network coverage. The powerful CPU handles multiple complex tasks and demanding applications with ease, allowing more users to connect to the network at the same time. MU-MiMO technology allows an access point to transmit data to multiple client devices simultaneously.

Berri cuBITS mesh kits ensure every corner of your home or business is covered with no dead zones. They are smart and simple, connect seamlessly with routers and extenders using the latest mesh technology, and provide enhanced WiFi coverage. Berri cuBITS mesh kits are dual-band, with speeds up to 1.7 Gbps (5GHz) and up to 300 Mbps (2.4 Gbps). They are equipped with the patented Taplink technology, enabling your phone to get connected once it touches the kit.

MosaiQ Mesh is a comprehensive platform for building, managing and supporting the entire Berri device life-cycle – from initial installation to full-service provisioning and ongoing maintenance and support activities.

MosaiQ Mesh is scalable for any network size and can be deployed gradually in accordance with network requirements. The MosaiQ Mesh platform enables provisioning, monitoring and maintenance for all Berri products.

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About PomeGran Inc.

PomeGran Inc., headquartered in Toronto, ON, Canada, owns and operates fibre and fixed wireless broadband networks across Canada and is an IoT Managed Services Provider that delivers a secure, AI-powered, self-healing platform for Smart Infrastructure. PomeGran, through its EION subsidiary, is a global provider of Broadband Wireless access products that enable effective, economic, and secure wireless high-speed communications solutions.
www.pomegran.io

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:

Sumedha Prasad
PomeGran Inc.
C: 1-844-423-6384; x406
E: sumedha@eion.com
W: https://berritech.ca/
W: www.pomegran.io

Canquest is Platinum Winner in Internet Service Providers Category by CommunityVotes Chatham-Kent 2022

Chatham, ON, CANADA and Toronto, ON, CANADA (September 13, 2022) – PomeGran Inc., a leading owner and operator of fibre and fixed wireless rural broadband networks across Canada, under the brands of IceNet Wireless, CochraneTel, Digicom and Canquest Communications, is pleased to announce that Canquest Communications has been named the 2022 Internet Service Provider (“ISP”) Platinum Winner by CommunityVotes Chatham-Kent 2022, beating out larger well-known regional and national ISPs.

This year’s campaign hosted thousands of nominations and votes cast by residents of the county of Chatham-Kent. An astounding number of businesses and people were nominated, but only the top 10 nominees in each category moved on to voting.

“Our Team goal at Canquest is to provide quality services to our customers at a reasonable price, and exceptional customer care. Winning this award has proven that we are reaching our goals,” said Nicole Mihalco, Director of Operations, Canquest Communications.

“We are very proud of our Canquest team for being recognized by the community for their exceptional customer service,” said Kalai S. Kalaichelvan, CEO of Canquest Communications and Chairman of PomeGran Inc. “In this marketplace, we are showing that locally operated ISPs with an extreme focus on customer service and satisfaction are the key to building and growing our businesses, and we want to thank Nicole and her team for this well-deserved recognition,” he concluded.

Canquest Communications (Online) Inc. (www.canquest.com) is part of the PomeGran group of companies (www.pomegran.io).

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About CommunityVotes

CommunityVotes has been the leading Community Voting awards platform for media outlets since 2014.

CommunityVotes prides themselves on being an independent and impartial platform that allows the community to be heard.

CommunityVotes’ mission is to provide each community (city, town or association), a place where its members can recognize the outstanding businesses and services that make our lives that much better each day.

CommunityVotes has provided a platform for millions of people to nominate and vote for anything from their favourite place to dine on the weekend, the friendly mechanic who they trust when they are in a bind, or the realtor who helped them move into their perfect home in the right neighbourhood.

Community-driven recognition of local businesses and services provide key insights that can help you make the most of your important purchases and save you time finding the trusted business to get the job done right.

With each nomination and vote, you help make your community a better and more friendly place to live.

About Canquest Communications

The idea for Canquest was born in 1992 when founder John Smith noticed that there were no phone companies that could provide quality service at an affordable price. Since then, Canquest has grown every year due to the intense commitment the company makes to customers. Canquest is operated by a highly knowledgeable team that brings decades of telecommunications experience to the company.

Canquest provides its customers with reliable, high-speed, secure and affordable Internet and VoIP phone service, as well as maintaining local technical support agents who are available seven days a week.

About PomeGran Inc.

PomeGran Inc., headquartered in Toronto, ON, Canada, owns and operates fibre and fixed wireless broadband networks across Canada and is an IoT Managed Services Provider that delivers a secure, AI-powered, self-healing platform for Smart Infrastructure. PomeGran, through its EION subsidiary, is a global provider of Broadband Wireless access products that enable effective, economic, and secure wireless high-speed communications solutions.

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:

Nicole Mihalco, Director of Operations
Canquest Communications Inc.
T : 519-351-1565, x2210
E: @canquest.com” nicole@canquest.com
W: www.canquest.com” www.canquest.com

Sumedha Prasad
PomeGran Inc.
C: (437)-286-9630
E: sumedha@eion.com
W: www.pomegran.io

Berri WiFi 6+ brings complete advanced Home WiFi Mesh solution to your homes and ISPs.

Toronto, ON, CANADA (August 9, 2022) — EION Inc., a leading provider of broadband solutions to Tier I operators, ISPs and enterprises, today announced that it is launching a brand-new product portfolio – Berri WiFi 6+ family of products, targeting ISPs and Enterprises. Traditional WiFi 6 consumer products provide individual wall-to-wall home coverage, but Berri WiFi 6+ has the extended capability of enabling ISPs to manage multiple homes, with each home having yard-to-yard WiFi coverage, both indoor and outdoor capabilities. By using Berri solutions, ISPs can now become WiFi Managed Service providers. Their customers don’t have to invest in upfront equipment, and, at the same time, ISPs can generate recurring revenue, increasing their ARPU.

“I’m excited about the release of our new consumer-centric suite of products for ISPs,” stated Dr. Kalai S. Kalaichelvan, CEO, EION. “This will have a significant impact for our group companies as well as for ISPs that are looking to remain ahead-of-the-curve, by providing cutting edge technology products to their customers, while at the same time increasing their ARPU,” he concluded.

Berri WiFI 6+ includes: Berri 6 Mesh Router- WiFi 6 AX1800 dual-band Smart Mesh Router, cuBITS – Whole Home WiFi Mesh System, and MosaiQ Mesh – Complete Management and Reporting Platform for this Mesh system. The latest WiFi 6 technology provides 4X greater scalability, reduced interference and improved security; 3X faster performance, and is highly responsive with lower latency. This provides a complete home WiFi management solution for ISPs, enabling them to provide the most advanced technology solutions to their customers, with extended and optimized mesh coverage, throughout their homes and offices. Simultaneously, the network monitoring and management of the solution for ISPs’ NOCs is seamless, with the MosaiQ Mesh management and reporting platform.

“The new Berri product line will be a game changer for Digicom and other broadband service providers that want to make sure that their customers have access to the same technologies as customers in large urban centres,“ said Christine Marion, Vice President, Digicom. “The timing of Berri WiFi 6 products is perfect for Digicom, as we are rolling out a large Fiber-To-The-Home (FTTH) network in Quebec, funded by the Government of Quebec under the Éclair III Program. This will enable our customers to get yard-to-yard WiFi coverage, complementing their FTTH. We are very pleased to place a large initial order with EION for all the Berri products,” concluded Ms. Marion.

The Berri 6 Mesh Router system is suitable for various building types, and signals can pass through walls and travel further than previous technologies, optimizing wireless network coverage. The powerful CPU handles multiple complex tasks and demanding applications with ease, allowing more users to connect to the network at the same time. MU-MiMO technology allows an access point to transmit data to multiple client devices simultaneously.

Berri cuBITS mesh kits ensure every corner of your home or business is covered with no dead zones. They are smart and simple, connect seamlessly with routers and extenders using the latest mesh technology, and provide enhanced WiFi coverage. Berri cuBITS mesh kits are dual-band, with speeds up to 1.7 Gbps (5GHz) and up to 300 Mbps (2.4 Gbps). They are equipped with the patented Taplink technology, enabling your phone to get connected once it touches the kit.

MosaiQ Mesh is a comprehensive platform for building, managing and supporting the entire Berri device life-cycle – from initial installation to full-service provisioning and ongoing maintenance and support activities.

Suite 304, 150 Katimavik Road., Ottawa ON K2L 2N2, Canada. Phone: +1 (613) 271-4400, www.eionwireless.com

MosaiQ Mesh is scalable for any network size and can be deployed gradually in accordance with network requirements. The MosaiQ Mesh platform enables provisioning, monitoring and maintenance for all Berri products.

EION Inc. (www.eionwireless.com) is part of the PomeGran group of companies (www.pomegran.io).

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About EION Wireless

EION Wireless, headquartered in Ottawa, ON Canada, is a global provider of Broadband Wireless Access products that enable effective, economic and secure wireless high-speed communications solutions. Formed in 2001, EION is a global provider of 4G Mobile LTE solutions, and high-speed broadband wireless products. With Global Customer Support Operations in India, and multiple regional sales offices around the globe, EION Wireless works with more than 165 worldwide channel partners to support some of the largest 4G deployments in the world.
www.eionwireless.com

About PomeGran Inc.

PomeGran Inc., headquartered in Toronto, ON, Canada, owns and operates fibre and fixed wireless broadband networks across Canada and is an IoT Managed Services Provider that delivers a secure, AI-powered, self-healing platform for Smart Infrastructure. PomeGran, through its EION subsidiary, is a global provider of Broadband Wireless access products that enable effective, economic, and secure wireless high-speed communications solutions.
www.pomegran.io

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:

Sumedha Prasad
PomeGran Inc.
C: 1-844-423-6384; x406
E: sumedha@eion.com
W: www.eionwireless.com
W: www.pomegran.io

Suite 304, 150 Katimavik Road., Ottawa ON K2L 2N2, Canada. Phone: +1 (613) 271-4400, www.eionwireless.com

Upgraded system will save residents 40% on monthly phone bills.

Chatham, ON, CANADA and Toronto, ON, CANADA (July 12, 2022) – PomeGran Inc., a leading owner and operator of fibre and fixed wireless rural broadband networks across Canada, under the brands of Canquest Communications, IceNet Wireless, CochraneTel and Digicom, is pleased to announce that Canquest Communications was awarded a contract to provide Voice-Over-Internet-Protocol (VOIP) services to resident of the Riverview Gardens Long-Term Care (Riverview Gardens) facility.

Riverview Gardens is a non-profit long-term care home to 320 residents. Riverview Gardens has a long history of providing exceptional care to the community members of Chatham-Kent and beyond. They aspire to provide all members of the community, including team members, with an inspiring experience.

“The COVID pandemic has repeatedly demonstrated the need for good, reliable internet and phone services, especially for our elderly citizens, who face isolation if they don’t have connectivity,” said Nicole Mihalco, Director, Operations, Canquest Communications. “We are honoured that we have been awarded this five-year contract to replace their aging phone system with our state-of the-art VOIP system. This system provides the latest features including free call display, voice mail, call waiting and call forwarding, and, most importantly, residents can keep their existing phone number,” she concluded.

Mary Alice Searles, Director of Seniors Services at Riverview Gardens said: “We are pleased to have Canquest on board providing affordable phone services for our residents at Riverview Gardens and we look forward to the partnership. We love that our new residents will be able to bring their home phone numbers with them to help them when come to Riverview, as it will help them stay connected with friends and family.”

“When we founded Canquest Communications 30 (thirty) years ago, our goal was simple, to provide the best internet service to our local community, and to give back as much as possible,” said John Smith, founder of Canquest Communications.

Canquest Communications (www.canquest.com) is part of the PomeGran group of companies (www.pomegran.io).

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About Canquest Communications

The idea for Canquest was born in 1992 when founder John Smith noticed that there were no phone companies that could provide quality service at an affordable price. Since then, Canquest has grown every year due to the intense commitment the company makes to customers. Canquest is operated by a highly knowledgeable team that brings decades of telecommunications experience to the company. Canquest provides its customers with reliable, high-speed, secure and affordable Internet and VoIP phone service, as well as maintaining local technical support agents who are available seven days a week.
www.canquest.com

About PomeGran Inc.

PomeGran Inc., headquartered in Toronto, ON, Canada, owns and operates fibre and fixed wireless broadband networks across Canada and is an IoT Managed Services Provider that delivers a secure, AI-powered, self-healing platform for Smart Infrastructure. PomeGran, through its EION subsidiary, is a global provider of Broadband Wireless access products that enable effective, economic, and secure wireless high-speed communications solutions.
www.pomegran.io

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:

Nicole Mihalco
Canquest Communications Inc.
T: 519-351-1565 Ext. 2210
E: nmihalco@canquest.com
W: www.canquest.com

Sumedha Prasad
PomeGran Inc.
T: 1-844-423-6384; x406
E: sumedha@eion.com
W: www.eionwireless.com
W: www.pomegran.io

Grant will transform Digicom from a Wireless Internet Pioneer to a leader in FTTH in Saguenay-Lac-St-Jean.

Alma, QC, CANADA and Toronto, ON, CANADA (May 18, 2022) – Digicom Inc. (Digicom) of Alma, Quebec is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a grant by the Quebec Government’s Secretariat for High-Speed Internet and Special Connectivity Projects, Ministry of the Executive Council, to provide Fibre-to-the-Home (FTTH) to 4033 homes.

The grant will enable Digicom to build a 722 km fibre backhaul FTTH network, to enable high-speed broadband providing a minimum speed of 50 Mbps/10 Mbps to 4,033 households in 29 different communities in the province of Quebec, located in the municipalities of: Lac-Saint-Jean-Est; Le Domaine-du-Roy; Le Fjord-du-Saguenay; Maria-Chapdelaine and Saguenay. The project completion date is September 30, 2022.

“We are very excited to partner with the government of Quebec to offer high speed fibre to the home (FTTH) to underserved homes in the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region. This project bridges the gap of the digital divide by offering value-added services to the residents who desperately need high speed. This is a transformational project for Digicom and will establish us as one of the leading independent FTTH providers in the province,” stated Christine Marion, Vice President, Digicom.

“Over the past year, the government has spared no effort to accelerate the deployment of the Internet in the regions. We mobilized the federal government, worked with the municipal sector, settled the pole wars, precisely mapped the places without service and worked with suppliers to iron out all the difficulties. More than $1 billion has been set aside to support work in all regions of Quebec. This new agreement with Digicom is another step in the right direction. Together, we will make Quebec a world leader in regional connectivity,” stated Gilles Bélanger, Parliamentary Assistant to the Prime Minister (high-speed Internet).

“Access to high-speed Internet is essential for the vitality of our regions, as well as for their social and economic development. With the pandemic, the essential aspect of this service has been amplified. Today’s announcement demonstrates, once again, that each of the players – small and large businesses, organizations, MRCs as well as all levels of government – must get involved and contribute in their own way, in order to be able, together, meet the challenge of serving all Quebec households by September,” said Andrée Laforest, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Minister responsible for the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region and MNA for Chicoutimi.

“This is a foundational project not only for Digicom, but for the PomeGran group of companies. We are very pleased to partner with the government of Quebec to bring broadband to thousands of households in 29 communities in Quebec and look forward to helping the Premier fulfill his commitment to the people of Quebec,” said Dr. Kalai S. Kalaichelvan, Chairman & CEO, PomeGran.

Digicom (www.digicom.ca) is part of the PomeGran group of companies (www.pomegran.io).

About Digicom Inc.

Founded in 1995, Digicom was one of the first Internet service providers in Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean. Digicom is a true pioneer in its field.

In 1997, wireless technology became Digicom’s preferred solution to achieve its performance objectives in order to satisfy its ever-growing customer base. The company then did its own research to develop reliable and inexpensive technological products.

Today, with more than 25 years of experience in providing high-speed internet, Digicom is evolving into a leading independent provider of FTTH in Quebec.

About PomeGran Inc.

PomeGran Inc., headquartered in Toronto, ON, Canada, owns and operates fibre and fixed wireless broadband networks across Canada and is an IoT Managed Services Provider that delivers a secure, AI-powered, self-healing platform for Smart Infrastructure. PomeGran, through its EION subsidiary, is a global provider of Broadband Wireless access products that enable effective, economic, and secure wireless high-speed communications solutions.

www.pomegran.io

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:

Christine Marion
Digicom Inc.
C: 418-482-3999
E: cmarion@digicom.ca
W: www.digicom.ca