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B.C. confirms Internet contract with company owned by Trump advisor Elon Musk

  • The government of B.C. Confirmed a $5 million contract with Starlink, a company owned by Elon Musk, to provide internet service to rural areas, as stated by George Chow, B.C.'s Citizens Services Minister.
  • John Rustad, Leader of the Conservative Party of B.C., accused Premier David Eby of hypocrisy for supporting the contract with a company linked to Trump after promoting Canadian goods.
  • Chow mentioned that Starlink's services are critical for remote areas, noting that the loss of these critical and emergency services could put British Columbians at risk.
  • Government investments since 2017 have improved rural connectivity from 57 percent to 96 percent expected by 2027, with Eby indicating a need for alternatives to U.S. Suppliers.
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TheTLS broke the news in on Wednesday, April 9, 2025.
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