Fiber Gap Analysis

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The Fibre Gap Analysis Project is part of the City of Grande Prairie’s ongoing efforts to improve broadband infrastructure and digital connectivity across the community. In partnership with CIRA’s Internet Performance Test program, the City is collecting real-world internet speed and reliability data directly from residents and businesses.

Why It Matters

By participating in a quick online test, residents and businesses help the City:

  • Identify underserved areas to better plan for broadband development.

  • Support grant applications with accurate, community-based data.

  • Drive economic growth by ensuring infrastructure supports local business, innovation, and remote work.

  • Track progress by comparing internet performance over time and across regions.

Background

The project builds on earlier broadband work launched in 2024, which included:

  • A Broadband Analysis to map service levels.

  • A Fibre Optics Fee Rebate Program to incentivize private investment.

  • Ongoing collaboration with service providers to enhance connectivity across Grande Prairie.

Improving broadband access strengthens the local economy, attracts investment, and enhances access to essential services like healthcare, education, and digital business operations.

Get involved and test your internet at: https://performance.cira.ca/grandeprairie

The Fibre Gap Analysis Project is part of the City of Grande Prairie’s ongoing efforts to improve broadband infrastructure and digital connectivity across the community. In partnership with CIRA’s Internet Performance Test program, the City is collecting real-world internet speed and reliability data directly from residents and businesses.

Why It Matters

By participating in a quick online test, residents and businesses help the City:

  • Identify underserved areas to better plan for broadband development.

  • Support grant applications with accurate, community-based data.

  • Drive economic growth by ensuring infrastructure supports local business, innovation, and remote work.

  • Track progress by comparing internet performance over time and across regions.

Background

The project builds on earlier broadband work launched in 2024, which included:

  • A Broadband Analysis to map service levels.

  • A Fibre Optics Fee Rebate Program to incentivize private investment.

  • Ongoing collaboration with service providers to enhance connectivity across Grande Prairie.

Improving broadband access strengthens the local economy, attracts investment, and enhances access to essential services like healthcare, education, and digital business operations.

Get involved and test your internet at: https://performance.cira.ca/grandeprairie

Questions

Submit your Fibre Gap Analysis questions to our Economic Development team here!

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  • Share Many locations in the Grande Prairie area, new & old, have aging infrastructure. With many business having internet acces on old & slow DSL connection. This makes for unreliable debit/credit transactions and little to no way of having the ability to have a decent alarm monitoring system. Upgrading software on Till systems takes all day and getting remote IT support is nearly impossible. When are residence in GP going to have upgraded Fiber Optic brought right into the home. For myself, I can see the pedestal across the street that has fiber. Unfoetunately, my connection comes from a different direction and fiber is not an option. It is my understanding that it is the City of Grande Prairie who are holding up future fiber optic runs. on Facebook Share Many locations in the Grande Prairie area, new & old, have aging infrastructure. With many business having internet acces on old & slow DSL connection. This makes for unreliable debit/credit transactions and little to no way of having the ability to have a decent alarm monitoring system. Upgrading software on Till systems takes all day and getting remote IT support is nearly impossible. When are residence in GP going to have upgraded Fiber Optic brought right into the home. For myself, I can see the pedestal across the street that has fiber. Unfoetunately, my connection comes from a different direction and fiber is not an option. It is my understanding that it is the City of Grande Prairie who are holding up future fiber optic runs. on Twitter Share Many locations in the Grande Prairie area, new & old, have aging infrastructure. With many business having internet acces on old & slow DSL connection. This makes for unreliable debit/credit transactions and little to no way of having the ability to have a decent alarm monitoring system. Upgrading software on Till systems takes all day and getting remote IT support is nearly impossible. When are residence in GP going to have upgraded Fiber Optic brought right into the home. For myself, I can see the pedestal across the street that has fiber. Unfoetunately, my connection comes from a different direction and fiber is not an option. It is my understanding that it is the City of Grande Prairie who are holding up future fiber optic runs. on Linkedin Email Many locations in the Grande Prairie area, new & old, have aging infrastructure. With many business having internet acces on old & slow DSL connection. This makes for unreliable debit/credit transactions and little to no way of having the ability to have a decent alarm monitoring system. Upgrading software on Till systems takes all day and getting remote IT support is nearly impossible. When are residence in GP going to have upgraded Fiber Optic brought right into the home. For myself, I can see the pedestal across the street that has fiber. Unfoetunately, my connection comes from a different direction and fiber is not an option. It is my understanding that it is the City of Grande Prairie who are holding up future fiber optic runs. link

    Many locations in the Grande Prairie area, new & old, have aging infrastructure. With many business having internet acces on old & slow DSL connection. This makes for unreliable debit/credit transactions and little to no way of having the ability to have a decent alarm monitoring system. Upgrading software on Till systems takes all day and getting remote IT support is nearly impossible. When are residence in GP going to have upgraded Fiber Optic brought right into the home. For myself, I can see the pedestal across the street that has fiber. Unfoetunately, my connection comes from a different direction and fiber is not an option. It is my understanding that it is the City of Grande Prairie who are holding up future fiber optic runs.

    asked 29 days ago

    The City is actively facilitating fibre-optic expansion. Recent actions include launching a rebate program to refund permit costs for telecom providers, meeting with 13 providers to identify barriers and investment timelines, and working with businesses in the Richmond Industrial Area to explore shared infrastructure upgrades. These initiatives show that the City is supporting fibre deployment and encouraging continued private-sector investment. 

  • Share Eastlink speed test shows at ~ 820 mbps and 17 upload?? This test shows 220 download and 11 upload. Why such a difference? on Facebook Share Eastlink speed test shows at ~ 820 mbps and 17 upload?? This test shows 220 download and 11 upload. Why such a difference? on Twitter Share Eastlink speed test shows at ~ 820 mbps and 17 upload?? This test shows 220 download and 11 upload. Why such a difference? on Linkedin Email Eastlink speed test shows at ~ 820 mbps and 17 upload?? This test shows 220 download and 11 upload. Why such a difference? link

    Eastlink speed test shows at ~ 820 mbps and 17 upload?? This test shows 220 download and 11 upload. Why such a difference?

    asked 29 days ago

    The difference comes from how each test measures your connection. Eastlink’s speed test often uses servers within its own network, which can show higher “best-case” speeds because the data doesn’t travel far and avoids real-world internet congestion. The CIRA Internet Performance Test measures performance to off-network, independent servers and uses a single-connection method, making it a more realistic reflection of everyday internet conditions. As a result, CIRA’s numbers are typically lower—but more representative of actual user experience. 

  • Share How will this analysis and pending opportunity to expand directly LOWER cost for taxpayers, businesses and residents? Is this funded with public taxpayer funds? on Facebook Share How will this analysis and pending opportunity to expand directly LOWER cost for taxpayers, businesses and residents? Is this funded with public taxpayer funds? on Twitter Share How will this analysis and pending opportunity to expand directly LOWER cost for taxpayers, businesses and residents? Is this funded with public taxpayer funds? on Linkedin Email How will this analysis and pending opportunity to expand directly LOWER cost for taxpayers, businesses and residents? Is this funded with public taxpayer funds? link

    How will this analysis and pending opportunity to expand directly LOWER cost for taxpayers, businesses and residents? Is this funded with public taxpayer funds?

    Lorrie asked 30 days ago

    This analysis is funded through an already-approved capital project, so it does not require new taxpayer dollars or affect future tax rates. By providing accurate, neighbourhood-level data, the project will help the City target broadband investments more effectively, reduce duplication, and strengthen future grant applications—ultimately lowering long-term infrastructure costs for taxpayers, businesses, and residents. 

  • Share I’m writing to express our full support for the City’s Fibre Gap Analysis Project and its goal of improving high-speed internet access across Grande Prairie. Reliable, high-capacity connectivity is essential to the economic growth of our city, especially for the downtown core, where many businesses depend increasingly on cloud services, digital communication, and real-time data sharing. Our current internet service averages approximately 181 Mbps download and 21 Mbps upload, which, while adequate for many tasks, poses clear limitations for modern digital workflows and future business growth. We are currently evaluating alternative high-speed solutions such as GetMoby (radio tower-based service) to address these limitations. However, before proceeding with such an investment, we would like to better understand the City’s projected timelines or roadmap for fibre deployment in the downtown core. This information will help us make informed, cost-effective decisions that align with the City’s broader connectivity goals. We fully support Grande Prairie’s proactive approach to digital infrastructure development and would be happy to provide further input, data, or feedback from a downtown business perspective to help shape the Fibre Gap Analysis initiative. on Facebook Share I’m writing to express our full support for the City’s Fibre Gap Analysis Project and its goal of improving high-speed internet access across Grande Prairie. Reliable, high-capacity connectivity is essential to the economic growth of our city, especially for the downtown core, where many businesses depend increasingly on cloud services, digital communication, and real-time data sharing. Our current internet service averages approximately 181 Mbps download and 21 Mbps upload, which, while adequate for many tasks, poses clear limitations for modern digital workflows and future business growth. We are currently evaluating alternative high-speed solutions such as GetMoby (radio tower-based service) to address these limitations. However, before proceeding with such an investment, we would like to better understand the City’s projected timelines or roadmap for fibre deployment in the downtown core. This information will help us make informed, cost-effective decisions that align with the City’s broader connectivity goals. We fully support Grande Prairie’s proactive approach to digital infrastructure development and would be happy to provide further input, data, or feedback from a downtown business perspective to help shape the Fibre Gap Analysis initiative. on Twitter Share I’m writing to express our full support for the City’s Fibre Gap Analysis Project and its goal of improving high-speed internet access across Grande Prairie. Reliable, high-capacity connectivity is essential to the economic growth of our city, especially for the downtown core, where many businesses depend increasingly on cloud services, digital communication, and real-time data sharing. Our current internet service averages approximately 181 Mbps download and 21 Mbps upload, which, while adequate for many tasks, poses clear limitations for modern digital workflows and future business growth. We are currently evaluating alternative high-speed solutions such as GetMoby (radio tower-based service) to address these limitations. However, before proceeding with such an investment, we would like to better understand the City’s projected timelines or roadmap for fibre deployment in the downtown core. This information will help us make informed, cost-effective decisions that align with the City’s broader connectivity goals. We fully support Grande Prairie’s proactive approach to digital infrastructure development and would be happy to provide further input, data, or feedback from a downtown business perspective to help shape the Fibre Gap Analysis initiative. on Linkedin Email I’m writing to express our full support for the City’s Fibre Gap Analysis Project and its goal of improving high-speed internet access across Grande Prairie. Reliable, high-capacity connectivity is essential to the economic growth of our city, especially for the downtown core, where many businesses depend increasingly on cloud services, digital communication, and real-time data sharing. Our current internet service averages approximately 181 Mbps download and 21 Mbps upload, which, while adequate for many tasks, poses clear limitations for modern digital workflows and future business growth. We are currently evaluating alternative high-speed solutions such as GetMoby (radio tower-based service) to address these limitations. However, before proceeding with such an investment, we would like to better understand the City’s projected timelines or roadmap for fibre deployment in the downtown core. This information will help us make informed, cost-effective decisions that align with the City’s broader connectivity goals. We fully support Grande Prairie’s proactive approach to digital infrastructure development and would be happy to provide further input, data, or feedback from a downtown business perspective to help shape the Fibre Gap Analysis initiative. link

    I’m writing to express our full support for the City’s Fibre Gap Analysis Project and its goal of improving high-speed internet access across Grande Prairie. Reliable, high-capacity connectivity is essential to the economic growth of our city, especially for the downtown core, where many businesses depend increasingly on cloud services, digital communication, and real-time data sharing. Our current internet service averages approximately 181 Mbps download and 21 Mbps upload, which, while adequate for many tasks, poses clear limitations for modern digital workflows and future business growth. We are currently evaluating alternative high-speed solutions such as GetMoby (radio tower-based service) to address these limitations. However, before proceeding with such an investment, we would like to better understand the City’s projected timelines or roadmap for fibre deployment in the downtown core. This information will help us make informed, cost-effective decisions that align with the City’s broader connectivity goals. We fully support Grande Prairie’s proactive approach to digital infrastructure development and would be happy to provide further input, data, or feedback from a downtown business perspective to help shape the Fibre Gap Analysis initiative.

    Ryan Blais asked about 1 month ago

    In November 2024, Council directed administration to proceed with an analysis of our broadband speeds throughout the City. At the same time Council approved the Fibre Optics Fee Rebate Program for fibre alignment projects initiated between July 1 2024 and December 31 2025. The current project with CIRA will compile data over the course of a year (ending September 2026). Administration will use this data to identify service gaps, track improvements over time, and support future planning and funding applications. The City will gain precise service-level data to validate broadband analysis findings and more accurately pinpoint underserved areas. This granular data will strengthen future grant applications, enhance community engagement through the web-based testing tool, and support transparent monitoring with the online performance dashboard. 

  • Share Will residents be able to view/access the community map? on Facebook Share Will residents be able to view/access the community map? on Twitter Share Will residents be able to view/access the community map? on Linkedin Email Will residents be able to view/access the community map? link

    Will residents be able to view/access the community map?

    fran asked about 1 month ago

    Yes, the map is viewable with test speeds that have been recorded and will update every 24 hours with new tests. The finished data is being collected by CIRA and will be provided to the public at the conclusion of the testing phase. 

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