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A new economic impact assessment reveals that the merged entity of Rogers and Shaw contributed a record $14 billion to Canada’s GDP in 2023, following their union on April 3, 2023. This merger, which marked a significant expansion in Rogers’ operations, particularly in Western Canada, supported 92,000 jobs nationwide.

The impact on the GDP of British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba tripled from $1.5 billion in 2021 to $4.6 billion in 2023. Additionally, the company paid $3.5 billion in government taxes, fees, and spectrum licensing. Rogers and Shaw have historically reinvested 90% of their profits back into Canada, culminating in over $40 billion over the last decade.

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The Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) and Rogers Communications have announced a pivotal multi-year partnership.

As the inaugural PWHL season launches on January 1, 2024, Rogers becomes the league’s official telecommunications partner in Canada. This agreement extends Rogers’ deep-rooted commitment to hockey, complementing its NHL association.

The partnership promises to enhance women’s hockey, offering live broadcasts, behind-the-scenes content, and fan engagement. It also aims to inspire young female players. Rogers will collaborate with PWHL Montreal to create unique experiences for girls in local minor hockey programs, featuring Rogers’ branding on team equipment and at games.

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Rogers Communications is investing in cutting-edge wildfire detection and prevention tech to ensure Canadians’ safety.

Leveraging partnerships with SpaceX and Pano AI, Rogers will utilize its national network for climate change-related events.

Satellite-connected sensors, using SpaceX’s Swarm service, will predict wildfires in remote areas of British Columbia. Additionally, Pano AI cameras on the Rogers 5G network will detect smoke within a 20-kilometer range, strategically placed near key areas.

Rogers aims to aid Canadian first responders by sharing real-time data from these technologies with key partners like BCWS and UBC for efficient wildfire management.

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Rogers Communications has unveiled the Rogers red credit card, offering customers unprecedented mobile phone affordability. With 0% financing over 48 months and no mobile contract, it slashes monthly device payments by up to 50%.

Phil Hartling, President of Wireless, emphasized Rogers’ commitment to making new phones more accessible and affordable for Canadians. The card provides 2% unlimited cash back on all purchases for Rogers customers, with an extra 30% cash back when redeemed with Rogers.

Additional perks include 5 Roam Like Home Days annually and a 10% cash back welcome bonus for new customers. No annual fee makes it Canada’s top cash back card.

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In a new study, umlaut, the esteemed benchmarking company, has hailed Rogers as Canada’s leading wireless carrier for voice, data, and reliability, maintaining its hold on umlaut’s “Best in Test” award for the fifth consecutive year.

Ron McKenzie, Rogers’ Chief Technology & Information Officer, stated, “Investments in our networks cement Canadians’ wireless reliance.” Umlaut, renowned for mobile network testing, found Rogers excelling in voice, data, and network stability. Tests spanned 30,000 km over 47 days, measuring factors such as responsiveness, speed, and video streaming quality.

Rogers, dedicated to expanding Canada’s largest 5G network, now serves over 2,100 communities.

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