Capacity Pool
Through a partnership between Telesat and the Government of Canada, Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) and Internet Service Providers (ISPs) and Indigenous ISPs now have access to a
Dedicated Telesat Lightspeed™ Capacity Pool at Highly Reduced Rates.
The capacity pool can be used to expand services to unserved and
underserved eligible communities in Canada, at highly subsidized rates.
The Telesat Lightspeed capacity pool can be contracted for up to 10 years for
the following purposes:
ISPs
To offer broadband services to their End Users of at least 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload with unlimited data
MNOs
To deploy and offer the latest mobile wireless technology, currently LTE
The capacity pool and subsidized purchase price are based on Service Providers deploying user terminals that are approved by Telesat. Antennas must have performance that is equivalent or better than the following:
Antenna size (dual reflector) | G/T (dB/K) | EIRP (dBW) |
|---|---|---|
100 cm | 19 | 60 |
Telesat’s mission is to bridge the digital divide and achieve universal connectivity for all.
Download the Telesat Lightspeed Capacity Pool infographic.
