Connecting Boyle: Free Internet Keeps Community Strong

In Alberta’s Athabasca region lies the Village of Boyle, a place where community and recreation are a way of life. In Boyle, you can find many recreational activities including curling, youth to seniors sports, golf, paintball and hunting plus much more. MCSnet is a powerful partner in Boyle by bringing reliable and affordable internet into public spaces, businesses, and homes.

How MCSnet Internet is Keeping Boyle Connected

MCSnet is keeping the users of the community centre, curling rink, and arena connected with FREE GigAir Wi-Fi hotspots. These hotspots allow for immediate reporting of minor hockey games from the scorebox straight to the webpage and sports apps as well as access to reliable internet while using the facilities.

MCSnet’s commitment to rural communities, like Boyle, goes beyond just providing the internet; it’s about enabling connections that matter. By offering free Wi-Fi in key community hubs, we’re ensuring that residents and visitors can stay connected to what they love.

What the Village of Boyle Says about Our Internet

Warren Giffin, Village of Boyle CAO, let MCSnet know that the public is very appreciative of the hotspots and they love the service. He mentioned that people make good use of it and it is appreciated. In the arena, for example, the Chamber of Commerce and some community groups worked together to hold a concert. Because of the Wi-Fi in the building, they were able to operate a point-of-sale system for attendees. 

Warren had some key messages about how the internet is keeping their community connected to the outside world from a rural setting. He also stated:

“Reliable internet makes our community more accessible and more interconnected – bringing our rural community to the world on the outside. This brings positivity and is an appealing aspect to the idea that rural living is attainable.”  – Warren Griffin, Village of Boyle, CAO

His advice to other organizations who are looking to improve their connection in rural Alberta is to ensure you are connecting with municipalities and look for collaboration opportunities among those municipalities and community groups.

”If you have a problem it is worth it to find a solution together.”

Where to Find Free Internet in Boyle

You can now find our free Wi-Fi hotspots at these central locations:

• The Boyle Community Centre: Whether it’s a Town hall meeting, a community event, or a family gathering, you can stay connected, use virtual point-of-sale options and share those special moments. 
• The Boyle Curling Rink: Get ready to slide into connection! You can easily share your winning shots, check league standings, or stream sporting events or informational sessions.
• The Boyle Arena: From hockey games to community events, the arena is a central point for Boyle. Now, you can easily connect on and off the ice, stay updated on schedules, or share with friends while enjoying the action.

Connecting public spaces where people are brought together is a testament to our commitment to bridging the digital divide and ensuring that everyone in rural Alberta has the opportunity to connect, engage, and thrive.

More Than Just Free Internet in Public Spaces

Our goal is to provide a reliable internet connection that supports peoples’ lifestyles. Whether you’re sharing a video of a game-winning goal, sharing on social media, video chatting with family during a gathering, or just browsing the web, our free Wi-Fi hotspots are there to keep everyone connected.

Stay Connected with MCSnet

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