Socioeconomic
Advanced technology is not a build-it-and-they-will-come proposition. Communities need deep awareness of both the economic and social dynamics at play in forging sustainable business models, and in creating the conditions for culture of use to take hold. Participants in this stream will share best practices and generate insight for communities looking for integrated and consensus-based solutions to driving productive uptake of digital infrastructure in their local contexts.
Research
- Brain Gain in Rural Minnesota
- Connecting the Future: Rural Broadband Technology, Policy and Impact Conference
- Making Information Technologies Work at the End of the Road: Using Broadband to Build Sustainable Remote and Rural Communities
This paper discusses both how the Internet and broadband networks are supporting a centralization of power. - Rural Broadband Deployment
A look at the digital divide across Canada. A brief published by the Federal Government. - Open Access Broadband Networks in Alberta, Singapore, Australia and New Zealand
This paper investigates four different models around the world, each at different stages of deployment. - Irish Loop E-Technology Needs Assessment – Local Governments and Not for-Profit Organizations
A 2009 report on the needs assessment and economic benefits on the use of e-technology by local governments and not-for profit organizations. - The Impact of Broadband on the Economy: Research To Date and Policy Issues
This paper discusses the evidence for the beneficial nature of broadband for the sphere of economic development. It provides several case studies for Latin America, Arab states, Europe, and Asia Pacific regions. It analyzes how providing a reliable data service connection impacts economic growth, employment and productivity.
Alberta Rural Broadband
This article outlines how The Alberta Council of Technologies (ABCtech) supports and remains a priority to them to provide rural Alberta to full access to Broadband.
A hypothetical scenario that shows the relevance of broadband telecommunication to the future of Alberta’s rural communities.
A government of Alberta report on research findings the indicate broadband access for rural Alberta is key for competitiveness and economic growth.
A government of Alberta report that illustrates its findings on the development of broadband and its importance for rural Alberta.
Access to broadband for Alberta’s rural communities is no longer a nice to have but a must have. With the Alberta Government offering more and more services, from education to health care via the Internet, rural communities need access reliable broadband connections for future growth.
The revenue gained is behind any design and implementation of any communication network. This article looks at the focus of broadband in rural areas of Alberta and how these communities use broadband in their communications and economic viability.
This paper investigates four different models around the world, each at different stages of deployment.
This paper studies innovative projects in communities in Alberta in a variety of fields, from business to health care to education and how these communities are using Broadband technology in these ventures.
In partnership with the Alberta government, Bell and Axia NetMedia, have linked 429 communities across Alberta and continue to work with rural Alberta to build affordable high-speed network connections.
Broadband has become a necessary tool for individuals and businesses. Access to the Internet across rural areas in Alberta has become a need and no longer can be considered a luxury.
Canada
A project part of Canada’s Economic Action Plan, this project’s purpose was to connect rural Canadians across Canada. Officially operating from June 2009 until April 2012.
A project part of Canada’s Economic Action Plan, this project’s purpose was to connect rural Canadians across Canada. Officially operating from June 2009 until April 2012.
A Federal Communications Commission website in the United States that addresses their projects and initiatives for connecting their rural communities.
Britain
(Juliette Garside – The Guardian, Wednesday 16, October 2013) Britain’s rural communities are looking towards 4G as an alternative to fixed broadband access.
Indigenous Socioeconomic Issues
A article that illustrates the importance of broadband to indigenous groups across nations. Many indigenous groups face geographical isolation from each other within a nation: broadband access enables them to connect.
This article talks about the use of videoconferencing for better communication across indigenous groups in Canada. The roadblocks they face in incorporating and using this technology.
This article illustrates the digital divide among First Nations groups in Canada. First Nations using and implementing a variety of innovative, locally driven broadband development to help bridge the gap.
Stories and Developments
The Alberta government’s website with information and the latest news on Alberta’s SuperNet.