CWA 2023 attendees will be offered a simple and enhanced mobile experience.

SaskTel and Samsung Canada are proud to operate this CWA 2023 with an improved 5G network to give CWA visitors and suppliers access to a high-performance and reliable network. SaskTel’s Samsung-powered 5G network provides CWA with lightning-fast connectivity as thousands of guests from around the world gather for Canada’s premier agricultural event.

In fact, Canada’s largest livestock show takes place over six days in Regina, Saskatchewan. In 2022, SaskTel and Samsung increased network capacity compared to the previous year by modernizing and increasing equipment at the Regina Exhibition Association Ltd. site. clearly increased. (REAL) district. Samsung has provided 24 radios and three head units to ensure a hassle-free phone and network experience for its guests.

In 2022, the CWA welcomed more than 100,000 visitors during the week the event was held, who were able to make and receive calls and easily access high-speed internet using the SaskTel network throughout the site. Additionally, the upgrade to 4G LTE and 3.5GHz speeds enabled peak speeds of 900 Mbps for participants, with download speeds of 400 Mbps during peak hours, enabling vendors and visitors to benefit from strong and reliable Benefit from connections to communicate with each other and share experiences.

“The CWA is a world-class event that deserves a world-class network,” he said Stephen Wiktorski, Vice President and Head of Networks, Samsung Canada. “With SaskTel, we are proud to offer the Canadian agricultural community a strong and reliable connection to share the moments, actions and experiences that bring us together. »

“Samsung is a great partner and has been instrumental in deploying SaskTel’s 5G network,” he said Chad Olson, Chief Technology Officer, SaskTel. “At SaskTel, we recognize that advanced connectivity has become a critical success factor in the agricultural sector and we are excited to demonstrate what our 5G network can achieve as thousands of producers travel from all corners of the world this year to attend the CWA in Regina. »

“As CWA continues to grow and evolve into a world-class event, we are grateful to have SaskTel and Samsung as partners to provide the highest quality network to our providers and guests. ” said Shaun Kindopp, CEO, Canadian Western Agribition.

SaskTel and Samsung brought 5G connectivity to Saskatchewan for the first time in 2021, bringing ultra-fast data speeds, improved capacity and ultra-low latency to the province. 5G technology offers a world of possibilities including smart cities, immersive healthcare, agritech solutions and gaming. Samsung is the sole provider of SaskTel’s 5G network deployment.

in 2024, SaskTel’s continued deployment of the 5G network in Saskatchewan helped bring lightning-fast speeds and reliability to attendees at many of the province’s most iconic events, including Craven Country Thunder, Ag in Motion, Queen City Ex and Saskatoon Ex.

Click here to learn more about how Samsung is powering the 5G network across the country Here.