Blue Heron Lake in the District of Lakeland

Bring Fiber Internet to the District of Lakeland

Get your friends, neighbours, & community to sign up
– we need 25% of residents to register
to make it happen.

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Register your interest in bringing fiber Internet to the District of Lakeland

Connecting Northern Saskatchewan—One Community at a Time

At RFNOW, we believe reliable Internet shouldn’t depend on where you live. That’s why we’re focused on bringing high-speed fiber Internet to rural and underserved communities across Northern Saskatchewan.

From farms and acreages to small towns and lakeside properties, we’re committed to delivering the same level of connectivity typically found in urban centers—because rural communities deserve better.

Our approach is simple:
Partner with communities, invest in long-term infrastructure, and build networks that support how people live, work, and stay connected today—and into the future.

Bringing Fiber to Lakeland is a Community Effort

We’re ready to build—but we need your help to get there. The sooner we reach 25%, the sooner Lakeland gets fiber!
Step 1

Register Today

Secure your spot.

Sign up to show interest in fiber Internet for your home, cabin or rural property. You won’t be billed until your service has been activated.

Step 2

Reach 25% of Residents

The community unlocks the build.

Once 25% of homes in Lakeland register, the project moves forward.
Your sign-up helps bring fiber to your entire community.

Step 3

Construction Begins

We start building the fiber network.

Construction is planned to begin in August, installing the infrastructure needed to deliver fiber directly to homes.

Step 4

Get Connected

Installation and activation.

  1. Fiber is brought directly to your home.
  2. Professional installation is completed
  3. Your internet goes live.

Billing only begins once your service is active.

What’s the Commitment?

RFNOW solutions provide more than just fast and reliable Internet. Dedicated speeds, low latency and scalable options connect you on a local and global scale.

Year-Round Properties

Features
  • 1 Gbps Upload/Download
  • Free Fiber Drop
  • 100% pure fiber connection
  • Unlimited data
  • eero Pro 6E Wi-Fi router
  • 24 month term
  • Free Activation
Best For
  • The ultimate Internet experience with our fastest plan, built for maximum usage and devices

Seasonal Properties

Features
  • 1 Gbps Upload/Download
  • Free Fiber Drop
  • 100% pure fiber connection
  • Unlimited data
  • eero Pro 6E Wi-Fi router
  • 48 month term
  • $60 for off-season**
  • Free Activation
Best For
  • Seasonal properties that still require an Internet connection for security.

*New customers only. Additional $10 per month eero Pro 6E router rental.
Offer valid until August 31, 2026.**An off-season flat fee of $60 will be applied, covering a period of up to 8 months per year, with speeds adjusted to 2 Mbps download/upload during that time.

Seasonal Service Made Easy

Designed for Cottages and Seasonal Homes

When you’re away, keep essential devices connected.

For just $60 for the entire winter season, maintain a basic internet connection (2 Mbps download/upload) to support:

  • Security systems
  • Smart home devices
  • Surveillance cameras
  • Remote monitoring

There are no activation or deactivation fees when using the seasonal option.

Project Progress

1% of 25% goal reached
Now
Sign-up campaign
August 2026
Construction begins
🏠
Fall 2026
First installs
📶
Spring 2027
Full rollout

From Our Network to your Doorstep

Fiber Internet starts with a strong backbone, extends through the community and municipality and finishes with a fiber drop – the line that connects the network directly to your home or business.

Backbone Construction : Connecting communities
Distribution Network: Bringing fiber into your community
Fiber Drop: Your dedicated connection to gigabit fiber speeds

Why Rural Canada Chooses RFNOW Fiber

Many rural residents and businesses struggle with Internet technologies that can’t keep up with modern demands. Fixed wireless, satellite, or copper‑based connections often experience latency, bandwidth limitations, and inconsistent speeds.

With RFNOW Fiber Internet you get:

  • Dedicated fiber line to your home
  • Faster symmetrical speeds regardless of usage time
  • No slowdowns during peak hours
  • No data caps
  • More reliable than satellite or towers

Feature RFNOW (Fiber) Copper/DSL Starlink (LEO Satellite) Xplore (Satellite)
Core Technology Dedicated underground fiber-optic (FTTH) Legacy copper telephone lines (DSL) Low-Earth-orbit satellite constellation Geostationary satellite
Weather Reliability ✔ Immune — underground cables ✔ Generally stable, but aging infrastructure ⚠ Can degrade in heavy rain/snow ✘ Rain fade, snow & wind outages
Typical Latency 10–30 ms (gaming & video-call ready) 20–80 ms (distance-dependent) 25–60 ms (good for calls & gaming) 600 ms+ (noticeable lag)
Upload Speeds Symmetrical — same as download Asymmetrical — slower uploads Asymmetrical — varies with network load Fraction of download speed
Data Policy Truly unlimited — no caps, no throttling Typically unlimited; speeds vary by line Unlimited, but may slow during peak congestion Some plans subject to throttling and soft caps
Customer Support Local technicians Regional/national telecom support App-based support, limited local presence National call centres
Seasonal Contract Flexible — up to 8 months per year Seasonal options depending on provider Can pause/adjust service seasonally Limited seasonal flexibility
Property Value Impact ✔ Increases home value & buyer appeal Neutral — expected but not a selling feature Neutral — seen as a workaround solution ⚠ May limit appeal due to performance constraints

Make the Most of Your Connection

Fiber Internet gives you the reliability for streaming your favourite television shows or staying connected with family far away.

Phone

Home Phone

Say goodbye to dropped calls! Our home phone plans run on reliable fiber optic lines, giving you consistent signals even in bad weather.

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TV

streamNOW

Watch all your favourite television shows from the comfort of your own home with streamNOW over your fiber Internet connection, with no buffering.

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Frequently Asked Questions

We’ll review overall community interest and determine next steps

Only after your fiber service is installed and active. Timeline for activation is spring 2027.

Yes—there’s no fee before installation.
However, you may lose promotional pricing and the free install.

No—installation is currently free as part of this promotion.

This ensures there is enough demand to build a dedicated fiber network in your area.
Good News!

No installation. No activation fees. No billing until your service is active. Register today to secure your free fibre drop and promotional pricing.