CityWest is a British Columbia-owned and operated telecommunications provider committed to delivering reliable fibre internet to rural and remote communities. Through a phased expansion on Cortes Island, we are investing in long-term connectivity for residents and businesses. For the latest project updates, community announcements and information about fibre service on Cortes please fill out the form on this page:
Cortes Island Getting Fibre to Your Home Bringing fibre service to your home happens in several stages:
Check your eligibility Complete the form on the
Cortes Island page to let CityWest know you are interested in service and confirm whether your property is included in the current phase of the project.
Property assessment If your property is eligible, CityWest may need to review the route from the road to your home and confirm the best location for the fibre connection.
Fibre drop installation A crew will install the fibre line from the main network to your property. Installation time varies depending on your property's location and how complex the installation is.
Home installation appointment Once the fibre drop is complete, CityWest will contact you to schedule an installation appointment inside your home.
Get connected A technician will install the required equipment, activate your service and make sure your connection is working properly.
Because construction is happening in phases, timelines and service availability may vary by location.