seton lake first nation broadband network story. seton lake first nation who we are what we did what...
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Seton Lake First Nation
Broadband Network Story
Seton Lake First Nation
Who we are
What we did
What we learned
Who we are
Who we are
Seton Lake First Nation
~20km W of Lillooett (65 km by car)
~115 homes
School, health center, community ctr
Band Office, gas station / store
Broadband Network History Telus fibre ROW through territory
Negotiated CCA gateway
Network BC CCG for wireless network
Network build contract with regional vendor
Broadband Network Project
Wireless access point towers in three locations
Subscriber units at 80 homes Agreement with local ISP to manage
the gateway SLIB manages the subscribers and
maintains the network
What we learned Access to technical skill
Network build vendor – training Local ISP – gateway setup Community technician – BC Hydro microwave
skills Fit network jobs into existing people
Network support and maintenance Billing and administration Part time positions Can’t afford to hire new people
What we learned
Service to outside users helps pay the bills BC Hydro camps
Need strong community champion to sell the idea Hard to justify financially
Benefits to small, remote communities