VANCOUVER and CALGARY — Shaw Communications and SeaBus ferry operator TransLink are expanding WiFi access to all SeaBus ferries in Vancouver as part of their ongoing partnership.
Ferry passengers who travel between downtown Vancouver and the North Shore will be able to text, tweet and email during their commute without incurring costly data charges, the companies said in a news release.
“Until now, commuters have been able to enjoy complimentary access at both terminals,” Greg Pultz, vice-president of operations for Calgary-based Shaw Communications, said in the news release. “As of today, anyone and everyone who wants it has access to…
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CALGARY – Shaw Data Centre and Cloud Solutions and its ViaWest subsidiary are partnering with Silicon Valley’s Console to allow businesses to connect directly to hyper-scale cloud providers through Shaw and ViaWest data centres.
This direct link will improve the quality of this connection through guaranteed bandwidth, increased speed, lower latency, and the ability to access one or more cloud providers through a single connection, reads Tuesday’s news release. Avoiding the open Internet will also ensure connections are less vulnerable to network congestion and at less risk of potential security issues.
“Our Console partnership extends our network and a reliable…
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CALGARY – Shaw Communication’s move away from media and towards wireless appears to be paying off, as the company saw third quarter profits triple.
For the three month period ended May 31, 2016, Shaw posted net income of $704 million, up 236.8% from $209 million from the same period last year, which it said reflects higher operating income before restructuring costs and amortization with the addition of its wireless results, a gain on the sale of its media division which were offset in part by an equity loss from its investment in Corus Entertainment and certain non-recurring items.
Revenue for the…
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CALGARY – "Speed is up, cost is down," is the marketing behind Shaw Communications’ newly launched Internet service.
WideOpen Internet 150, available now in most major markets across Western Canada, offers up to 150 Mbps download speed, up to 15 Mbps upload speed, and 1 terabyte (TB) of data transfer per month, with no fees if customers exceed their monthly data allocation. It also includes an advanced WiFi modem and access to download speeds of up to 30 Mbps at over 80,000 Shaw Go WiFi hotspots.
The service is priced at $49.90 per month for the first 12 months on a…
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TORONTO – Despite a 77.6% lift in revenues, merger expenses helped to widen third quarter losses at Corus Entertainment, the company said Wednesday.
For the period ended May 31, 2016, consolidated revenues grew to $360.8 million from $203.1 million in the same period last year, due in part to the addition of Shaw’s Media’s properties. Consolidated segment profit of $130.2 million jumped 90% from $68.7 million year-over-year.
Net loss attributable to shareholders for the quarter was $15.8 million versus $8.1 million in Q3 2015. The company said that the loss includes business acquisition, integration and restructuring costs of $29.3 million and…
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CALGARY – Shaw Communications has launched a managed network security service known as SmartSecurity that it says is designed specifically for the small and medium business (SMB) market.
Powered by Cisco Meraki, SmartSecurity is an easy-to-manage cloud-based solution offering SMBs the ability to protect themselves from online threats with product features including business-grade firewall, web content control, automatic virus updates, and secure network connections for remote workers.
"Network security is important to businesses of all sizes, however with more advanced online attacks on the rise, SMBs are looking for more sophisticated security solutions at a price they can afford," said Shaw…
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CALGARY – Shaw has launched a new TV channel to help Fort McMurray residents stay on top of the latest community news and developments as they return home following last month’s devastating wildfires.
Available now on channel 303 for all Shaw Cable and Shaw Direct customers, the channel offers a 30-minute loop of content that is updated daily and offers news from emergency service personnel and government officials plus information like reconnecting utilities, insurance advice and mental health support.
This coverage will also highlight the stories and acts that have brought the community together. Viewers may also watch this coverage on YouTube.
"The community of…
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CALGARY – Shaw Communications will provide a one-month service credit to all customers in Fort McMurray and surrounding Northern Alberta communities affected by the recent wildfires that swept through the city, the company said Saturday.
The application of this credit is retroactive to May 3, the date of the mandatory evacuation, and will ensure all affected customers continue to have access to Shaw Go WiFi, FreeRange TV and their @shaw.ca email account while they are out of their homes without needing to worry about their account's status.
In addition, all residents and visitors in Northern Alberta and Edmonton have been given…
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SASKATOON – Shaw Communications is now offering free WiFi service with guest access to visitors at Saskatoon’s City Hall, the downtown transit terminal, and several City leisure facilities.
An additional 27 City facilities are scheduled to receive WiFi service under the new Service Saskatoon service model.
Residents and visitors may access the Shaw Go WiFi network on their WiFi enabled devices by selecting 'ShawGuest' from the list of available WiFi settings and following the on-screen instructions to connect. Shaw customers will be able to automatically log onto the WiFi service through the Shaw Go WiFi network.
"The new WiFi services at…
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CALGARY – Despite an increase in revenue, Shaw Communications saw second quarter profits drop by 2.4%.
For the three month period ended February 29, 2016, Shaw posted net income of $164 million, down from $168 million in the prior year. The company said Thursday that the period included transaction costs associated with the Wind Mobile acquisition, higher amortization and a greater equity loss related to some of its investments, which were partially offset by higher operating income from continuing operations and higher income from discontinued operations, net of tax.
Revenue for the quarter of $1.15 billion was up 3% from $1.12…
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