CityWest issued a March 21, 2026 update that the Connected Coast Project to deliver fibre-optic internet to coastal communities, including multiple Port Alice sites such as the arena, community centre, and Red Cross location, is nearing completion. The letter invites recipient organizations to engage with CityWest on timelines, benefits, and next steps as service becomes available. This indicates Port Alice public facilities will soon have new high-speed connectivity, with CityWest as the primary network provider.While the core backbone and last-mile work are already assigned, this creates downstream needs for internal network upgrades, Wi-Fi, security, VoIP, cloud migration, and user training within municipal and community buildings. Vendors can approach Port Alice departments and facility managers to support leveraging the new fibre connection with modernized IT infrastructure and digital services.

The letter is signed by Jenna Pham, Enterprise Account Executive at CityWest, who is responsible for engaging organizations on service activation and benefits.