Project
What is the Pathways to Technology project?
Pathways to Technology is a First Nations-led initiative to provide all
203 First Nations in BC with high-speed Internet services. The project
is being implemented and managed by First Nations organizations although
many other organizations are being engaged in various capacities and
are making important contributions. Due to many complexities and
variables, including limited financial resources, it may be four years
or longer before all communities are connected. Please refer to the
About the Project button for more detail.
Why is this project important? What are the benefits of broadband?
Communities that receive either enhanced connectivity or first-time
connectivity will reap benefits in many areas including health,
education, economic development, cultural development, land management,
infrastructure monitoring and others. As an enabler of community growth
and development, broadband connectivity is now generally acknowledged
to be an important component of community infrastructure, on par with
roads and water/sewer systems.
Who runs and who owns Pathways to Technology?
All
Nations Trust Company (ANTCO) manages funds on behalf of a project Steering Committee comprised
of ANTCO, FNTC and FNHC.
Who decides how the money gets spent?
The project Steering Committee makes decisions regarding the overall
direction of the project, including fund expenditures, while ANTCO
provides fiscal oversight and exercises its own internal controls.
Who do I contact for more information on this initiative?
We encourage visitors to this site to fully explore the site and the
various descriptions, and to visit many of the suggested links to other
sites. For additional information or questions click the Contact Us
button on the home page.
Who is accountable for the funds?
ANTCO is responsible for fund management and financial control.
How do I know progress is being made?
Please check this website regularly and click on the News button, or
sign up to receive updates on a regular basis through our electronic
newsletter.
