By the end of 2020, Canadians in 50 communities will experience the fastest 5G network in the country, receiving speeds up to 1.7 Gpbs 2. These communities include Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto and Montreal.

“Our team understands that having the fastest speeds on a global basis matters as it drives the innovation that enables the diversity and competitiveness of our country’s private sector, supporting economic growth and job creation for our nation,” said Darren Entwistle, President and CEO, TELUS.

TELUS’ next generation 5G network will drive innovation in healthcare, agriculture, and the economy. It’s estimated that 5G will create 250,000 jobs and contribute $40 billion annually to the country’s economy.

“Our customers enjoy the fastest network in the world today. Beyond lightning-fast speeds, 5G offers a leap in capabilities over today’s 4G networks, including increased capacity, ultra-low latency, network slicing and edge computing,” said Eros Spadotto, Executive Vice President, Technology Strategy and Business Transformation.

TELUS’ 5G network will support Canadians using the latest 5G-ready devices, including the Samsung Galaxy S20 and Note20 series of devices, LG Velvet 5G, Motorola Edge+ and others at no additional cost on TELUS Peace of Mind plans with endless data and no overage fees.

Since 2000, TELUS has invested nearly $200 billion in network infrastructure, spectrum, and operations to enhance the coverage, speed, and reliability of its networks. Over the next three years, TELUS has committed to investing an additional $40 billion to support the roll out of its 5G network.