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SaskTel agrees to network sharing with Telus, Bell

REGINA, VANCOUVER and MONTREAL – SaskTel has signed wireless network sharing agreements with Telus and Bell, designed to expand their customers' network coverage, improve roaming, and provide access to a wider range of wireless devices.SaskTel initially announced its next generation network plans as part of its overall 2009 network investment program, which will ensure that all Saskatchewan residents have access to high speed Internet coverage, and that 98% have access to wireless service. SaskTel's UMTS/HSPA network is scheduled to launch mid-2010 with a targeted completion date of 2011."SaskTel has continually evolved its wireless network in Saskatchewan to provide its customers access...