An active proposal seeks to construct a cellular tower in Nanoose Bay to improve wireless services in the area. (Dreamstime)

By Ian Holmes

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Rogers pushes for improved Nanoose Bay cell service

Jan 17, 2025 | 2:25 PM

NANOOSE BAY — A Canadian telecom giant intends to install a tower in Nanoose Bay to bolster the area’s wireless services.

Rogers Communications proposes to install a 53-metre tall communications tower with antennas and a lighting rod at 1800 Serenity Pl. in Nanoose Bay.

In a statement to NanaimoNewsNOW, Rogers noted the proposal would improve wireless services in the northern area of Nanoose Bay, as well as Northwest Bay Rd. toward Parksville.

“We are committed to delivering a reliable, consistent wireless experience and are looking to enhance our network in Nanoose Bay to provide a more seamless coverage for residents, businesses and emergency responders. We strive to work closely with the local community to ensure our services, equipment and design meet their needs.”

The company notes the proposed site will provide improved service for Rogers, Fido and chatr customers, including access to 911 for all wireless users. Other service providers can apply to Rogers for consideration to collocate their equipment once tower is completed.

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Rogers Communications is scheduled to hold a public engagement meeting at the Nanoose Bay Elementary School gym on Wednesday, Feb 5 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Rogers pointed out it is following the RDN’s tower siting procedures, as well as regulations set out by Innovation Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED).

The federal government (ISED) has exclusive jurisdiction over the placement of wireless telecommunications facilities in the country.

Questions, comments and concerns regarding the Nanoose Bay cell tower proposal can be directed to Brian Cregg of Vancouver-based SitePath Consulting Ltd. by March 1, 2025.

• Ph: 1-778-870-1388
• Email: briangregg@sitepathconsulting.com
• Mail: PO Box 20138, Vancouver RPO, Fairview, BC V5Z 0C1

Meantime, an active application by TELUS proposes to construct a 63-metre cellular tower at the Greater Nanaimo Pollution Control Centre property to vastly improve wireless services to the vast Hammond Bay area.

A consultation process took place last fall.

TELUS intends to request a land use concurrence from Nanaimo City Council to enable the wireless upgrades to proceed.

Editor’s note: This article initially incorrectly stated the proposed height of the Hammond Bay cell tower is 189 meters, as opposed to 63 meters. In fact, 189 meters applies to the mail-out radius zone for the since-closed consultation process.

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