TELUS investing $19 billion in Alberta through 2027 to support vital network connectivity, sustainability and innovation

Celebrating 10 years of TELUS PureFibre, recently named A.B.'s top broadband network by Opensignal¹

CALGARY, Alberta, May 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TELUS announced an investment of $19 billion to build and develop network infrastructure, operations, and spectrum across Alberta over the next five years as part of its commitment to invest $81 billion across Canada by 2027.These investments are critical to providing Canadians with access to superior technology, connecting customers to the people, resources and information that make their lives better. Since 2000, TELUS has invested more than $57 billion in Alberta alone, building global leading industry networks and has been recognized as Alberta’s top broadband network by Opensignal.

“As a company that has been headquartered in Western Canada for more than 125 years, TELUS’ $19 billion investment in Alberta will further amplify the superiority of our world-leading wireless and PureFibre networks, enabling vital connectivity for millions of citizens. This builds on the more than $57 billion TELUS has invested in network infrastructure, operations, and spectrum across Alberta since 2000,” said Darren Entwistle, President and CEO of TELUS. “Our globally recognized networks are the backbone of our digital economy and societies, driving innovation and uplifting marginalized communities. This investment will help ensure that Albertans can stay connected to what matters most, including healthcare, safe and healthy food, online education, friends and family, and the flexibility to work remotely; all with the attendant environmental benefits.”

TELUS’ next generation networks are unleashing human productivity and contributing to improved health and educational outcomes, supporting environmental sustainability, fostering entrepreneurship, bridging the socio-economic divide, and driving economic growth. TELUS is steadfast in its commitment to using technology, team member-led innovation, and human compassion to address the most important societal challenges of this generation and bringing real solutions to the residents of Alberta and across Canada. Now through 2027 in British Columbia, TELUS is:

• Committing $5 million to support Alberta fire relief
  

In response to the devastating wildfires that spread throughout Alberta and its impact on children and families, TELUS, in partnership with TELUS Friendly Future Foundation, TELUS Indigenous Communities Fund, TELUS Agriculture & Consumer Goods and TELUS Health committed $5 million in cash donations and in-kind contributions to local charities and organizations supporting relief efforts and first responders, including the Canadian Red Cross and Salvation Army.