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Satellite High Speed

Providers for Residential Locations and Small Offices

Satellite service is now comparable to low-end wireless broadband, with up to true 1 megabit per second download, "always on", and a reasonable charge (less than $300) for the special antenna and its installation. It is the best choice for rural locations where wireless cannot reach.

Our own experience: CEONET installed satellite service at its North Glengarry office prior to its move to Kingston. The service was dependable and rarely out, only when there was unusually bad weather such as heavy rain or a serious snow storm.

Galaxy Broadband
Based in Hamilton and using local installers, Galaxy offers its service through the Hughes network. For information about installation, go to the web site for a list of local installers.

XplorNet
Based in New Brunswick, and specialising in rural broadband across Canada, Barrett Xplornet provides satellite as an alternative to its wireless service. Generally, the same local installers are responsible for both satellite and wireless services. For information about installation, go to the web site for a list of local installers.