Peerless Trout First Nation (PTFN) needed reliable mobile cellular phone services within its community areas and rural roadways. The Nation’s goal was to support access to local calling and emergency providers for the safety and security of its residents. To enhance mobile connectivity, PTFN sought a partner for planning, coordination, and cellular tower installation within the central north Alberta Indigenous communities of Peerless Lake and Trout Lake.
In 2021, Arcadis began working with Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) and PTFN to improve mobile coverage for residents in their homes, communities, and along roadways.
The project design identified PTFN community areas and roadways lacking cellular access, aiming to improve local communications and access to emergency providers.
This First Nation cellular implementation program was grounded in Arcadis’ management principles of informative, respectful, and coordinated engagement, supporting local PTFN voices most impacted by the project’s success.
As project management lead, Arcadis encouraged Rogers and subcontractors to engage locally, attend community sessions, and gain local knowledge of sensitive areas. We kept communication lines open with key program leads to address activities and concerns.
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