Calgary, AB trials Rogers Connected for Success access as part of its Fair Entry subsidy program

Calgary, AB Rogers Connected Fair Entry Subsidy Trial

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Calgary's Fair Entry program uses a single application for services to low-income households like transit passes and senior home maintenance. A partnership with Rogers adds the company's Connected for Success initiative to Fair Entry options. Fair Entry recipients won't need to cover monthly costs or fill out additional paperwork for applicable 5G mobile, Internet, and television plans. City officials sought a partner to fulfill its Digital Equity Strategy goals of access for all residents.

Digital Services Public Private Partnership (PPP)Pilot / POC Community Services Equity

Calgary, AB

City in Alberta

Canada

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Fair Entry - Programs and services for low income Calgarians

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Calgary's Digital Equity Strategy

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Fair Entry clients to benefit from affordable internet, wireless and television services

The City of Calgary is making it easier for Calgarians living with low income to access affordable telecom services through a new Fair Entry subsidy program. Starting today, Fair Entry clients are eligible for low-cost internet, wireless and TV services through the Rogers Connected for Success program without requiring a separate application pro...

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