A major investment has been made to help remote First Nations get online with new or improved high-speed Internet access.
The federal government announced just over $7-million in funding Thursday to connect six Indigenous communities and 58-institutions.
In all $8.89-million is being spent on the infrastructure upgrades.
Fort Severn, Peawanuck, Attawapiskat, Fort Albany, Kashechewan and the Ojibway Nation of Saugeen will all benefit.
Kenora MP Bob Nault says northerners need access to high-speed Internet to fully participate in our economy, democracy and way of life.
Nault says the investment will help those in the remote north connect with families and friends, do business online, access telemedicine and participate in distance education.