Canada’s First and Largest 5G Network Continues to Expand, Reaching Five New Cities and Towns in Ontario

Rogers 5G network, powered by Ericsson, expands to reach more than 60 cities and towns including Ajax, Burlington, Grimsby, Oakville, and Whitby

Next generation 5G network technology will drive productivity, fuel innovation and power Canada’s economy to compete globally

Expansion will support additional 5G devices launching this fall on Rogers Infinite plans and unlimited business wireless plans; over two million Canadians now on Rogers Infinite plans

TORONTO, Sept. 22, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rogers Communications today announced it has launched 5G on Canada’s most trusted and reliable network in Ajax, Burlington, Grimsby, Oakville and Whitby, Ontario, bringing consumers and businesses the very best in mobile wireless technology to their own neighbourhoods and business parks¹.

Rogers 5G, powered by Ericsson, is the largest 5G network in Canada, now reaching 25 cities and towns in Ontario and more than 60 across Canada². These expansions build on the company’s January roll out of 5G in downtown Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto and Vancouver.

“5G is a gamechanger that will bring exciting experiences and opportunities to consumers and businesses across Ontario,” said Jorge Fernandes, Chief Technology and Information Officer, Rogers Communications. “This transformative technology now offered to residents of Ajax, Burlington, Grimsby, Oakville and Whitby will fuel productivity and innovation to help grow Ontario’s economy. As we continue to roll out 5G to additional Canadian markets, we are focused on building our robust 5G ecosystem with strategic investments, world-class partners and cutting-edge technology that will bring the best of connectivity to Canadians.”

Expected to be the most transformative technology since wireless services were introduced in 1985, 5G will make real-time connectivity a reality, accelerating the transition to a truly digitally connected world. Rogers 5G is currently accessible to customers on Rogers Infinite plans and unlimited business wireless plans with select 5G-ready devices. More than two million Canadians are now on Rogers Infinite unlimited data plans, representing the most customers of any wireless provider in Canada with no overage fees. Customers can purchase new devices at $0 and 0% interest with device financing.