Rogers commits to expanding its already strong Quebec presence

Includes commitment to create even more jobs and ensure Cogeco’s headquarters remain in Quebec

Company is currently investing heavily in expanding Canada’s first and largest 5G network across Quebec and bringing high-speed wireless and internet services to more rural and remote communities

Marks 35 years in Quebec with 3,000 strong local team and nearly 2 million wireless customers

MONTREAL, Sept. 04, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Following this week’s announcement related to the proposal to acquire Cogeco’s Canadian assets, Rogers Communications today reaffirmed its commitment to expand and grow its presence in Quebec.

Upon successful completion of a Cogeco transaction, Rogers would ensure that Cogeco’s headquarters and management team remain in the province, including the operations of the company’s Quebec based media assets. This follows a similar approach after the purchase of Fido 16 years ago, with the brand headquartered in the recently renovated downtown Montreal headquarters at Place Bonaventure following an investment of $42 million in modern offices.

“Rogers and Fido have deep roots across Quebec and we want to build on them. We’re passionate about driving Quebec’s digital future and have the scale, expertise and commitment to make it a reality,” said Joe Natale, President and CEO, Rogers Communications. “We are committed to investing in high-quality jobs, delivering both wireless and broadband next-generation technology and helping close the connectivity gap in rural and remote Quebec communities. Now more than ever, we want to grow our local presence here and help to contribute to a strong, vibrant Quebec.”

Rogers is proud to mark 35 years as a company in Quebec and Montreal-born Fido continues to call the city home to its executive team and customer solution centre since 1996. Today, Rogers and Fido employ approximately 3,000 Quebeckers across the province in network and technology, media, corporate, customer solutions, sales, and retail roles.

“We are incredibly excited about the opportunity to connect more communities and expand the reach of our innovative technologies across Quebec to help fuel our local economy with the next generation of wireless technology and our innovative broadband technology,” said Edith Cloutier, President of Quebec, Rogers Communications. “While we are part of a larger Canada-wide company, our Quebec headquarters and executive team are key to our success. We know our communities and our customers best and are passionate about giving back where we work and live.”