Strathcona Connected Coast Network Corporation recruiting for its Board of Directors

The Strathcona Connected Coast Network Corporation is recruiting for its Board of Directors.

The SCCNC was incorporated to own, manage and operate a regional broadband infrastructure on Vancouver Island, and is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Strathcona Regional District.

They’re looking for individuals who have a strong interest and commitment in advancing access to reliable and affordable broadband.

The corporation entered a joint venture partnership with CityWest to plan, implement and operate the Connected Coast Project, bringing high-speed Internet accessibility to rural and remote communities along coastal BC, Haida Gwaii and Vancouver Island.

The network includes 3400 km of subsea fibre optic cable which will provide broadband infrastructure to 159 landing sites. Construction of the network will be completed this year.

Once the subsea cable is in place and landing sites are constructed, internet service providers will be able to connect to the infrastructure and then provide internet services to residents and businesses.

The purpose of the Board is to advise on the overall strategic direction of the organization.

The SRD says it is recruiting individuals who have telecommunications industry experience and/or governance skills.

Applications are being taken until April 14th.

More information can be found at SRD.ca.