ROGERS COMMUNICATIONS, INC.


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Locations: TORONTO, ON, CA

Rogers 5G Network Now Reaches Prince George and Port Alberni in British Columbia

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Wednesday, December 16, 2020

5G is now available to even more customers and businesses across British Columbia, bringing the future of innovation to our own backyards, said Rick Sellers, President of B.C.

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  • 5G is now available to even more customers and businesses across British Columbia, bringing the future of innovation to our own backyards, said Rick Sellers, President of B.C.
  • Today, Rogers also announced that it is starting to roll out Canadas first 5G standalone core network, powered by Ericsson, in Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto and Vancouver, marking the next important step in evolving Rogers 5G network.
  • The City of Prince George is pleased to welcome Rogers Communications' 5G Network to Prince George, said Lyn Hall, Mayor of Prince George.
  • A recent 2020 Ookla Speedtest report found Rogers wireless network delivers the most consistent speeds of any national wireless network in Canada.

Rogers 5G Network Reaches Over 10 Cities and Towns in Quebec

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Wednesday, December 16, 2020

Rogers 5G network, powered exclusively by Ericsson, will reach a total of 160 cities and towns across the country by the end of the week, offering 10x more coverage in Canada than any other carrier.

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  • Rogers 5G network, powered exclusively by Ericsson, will reach a total of 160 cities and towns across the country by the end of the week, offering 10x more coverage in Canada than any other carrier.
  • We are proud to bring 5G to five more cities and towns across Quebec, said Edith Cloutier, President of Quebec, Rogers Communications.
  • Today, Rogers also announced that it is starting to roll out Canadas first 5G standalone core network, powered by Ericsson, in Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto and Vancouver, marking the next important step in evolving Rogers 5G network.
  • A recent 2020 Ookla Speedtest report found Rogers wireless network delivers the most consistent speeds of any national wireless network in Canada.

Rogers 5G Network Now Reaches Over 40 Cities and Towns in Ontario

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Wednesday, December 16, 2020

Rogers 5G network, powered exclusively by Ericsson, will reach a total of 160 cities and towns across the country by the end of the week, offering 10x more coverage than any other carrier.

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  • Rogers 5G network, powered exclusively by Ericsson, will reach a total of 160 cities and towns across the country by the end of the week, offering 10x more coverage than any other carrier.
  • "The technological transformation that 5G brings will change the way Canadians connect to the world around them, said Jorge Fernandes, Chief Technology Officer at Rogers Communications.
  • Today, Rogers also announced that it is starting to roll out Canadas first 5G standalone core network, powered by Ericsson, in Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto and Vancouver, marking the next important step in evolving Rogers 5G network.
  • A recent 2020 Ookla Speedtest report found Rogers wireless network delivers the most consistent speeds of any national wireless network in Canada.

Atlantic Canada’s First 5G Network Expands to Moncton, New Brunswick

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Wednesday, December 16, 2020

Atlantic Canadas only 5G network is now available in the cities of Moncton and Fredericton, NB

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  • Atlantic Canadas only 5G network is now available in the cities of Moncton and Fredericton, NB
    MONCTON, New Brunswick, Dec. 16, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rogers Communications today announced it is expanding its 5G service on Canadas most trusted and reliable network to reach residents and businesses in Moncton, New Brunswick.
  • Todays announcement builds on the companys September rollout of 5G in the city of Fredericton, making it the first 5G network in Atlantic Canada.
  • Today, Rogers also announced that it is starting to roll out Canadas first 5G standalone core network, powered by Ericsson, in Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto and Vancouver, marking the next important step in evolving Rogers 5G network.
  • Rogers has invested over $30 billion over the past 35 years to build Canadas most trusted and reliable wireless network.

Rogers 5G Network Now Reaches Over 40 Cities and Towns in Alberta

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Wednesday, December 16, 2020

Rogers 5G network, powered exclusively by Ericsson, will reach a total of 160 cities and towns across the country by the end of the week, offering 10x more coverage than any other carrier.

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  • Rogers 5G network, powered exclusively by Ericsson, will reach a total of 160 cities and towns across the country by the end of the week, offering 10x more coverage than any other carrier.
  • We're proud to continue growing our 5G footprint across the province, bringing world-class connectivity to even more communities in Alberta, said Larry Goerzen, President of Alberta and Prairies, Rogers Communications.
  • Today, Rogers also announced that it is starting to roll out Canadas first 5G standalone core network, powered by Ericsson, in Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto and Vancouver, marking the next important step in evolving Rogers 5G network.
  • A recent 2020 Ookla Speedtest report found Rogers wireless network delivers the most consistent speeds of any national wireless network in Canada.

Rogers provides hundreds of phones as critical digital lifelines for Quebec women experiencing violence and abuse during COVID-19

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Thursday, December 3, 2020

For Quebec women and children escaping abuse, phones and connectivity provide an essential digital lifeline that allows them to access emergency resources safely, said Edith Cloutier, President of Quebec, Rogers Communications.

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  • For Quebec women and children escaping abuse, phones and connectivity provide an essential digital lifeline that allows them to access emergency resources safely, said Edith Cloutier, President of Quebec, Rogers Communications.
  • When home is no longer a safe place to be, were proud to help enable these critical connections for women and children so they can access critical resources from the organizations that support them.
  • The company is extending all services to the end of June 2021 to bridge connectivity needs as women are experiencing increased isolation during the second COVID-19 wave, with restrictions across Quebec.
  • In addition to todays announcement, Rogers previously announced donations of 300 phones and plans to keep Quebec youth connected to mentors.

Connectivity a critical digital lifeline for Indigenous women across Canada experiencing violence and abuse during COVID-19

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Thursday, December 3, 2020

Its unfathomable to imagine the dual crises of domestic violence and physical isolation brought on by COVID-19.

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  • Its unfathomable to imagine the dual crises of domestic violence and physical isolation brought on by COVID-19.
  • For women and children escaping violence and abuse, phones and connectivity provide an essential digital lifeline.
  • Were proud to work with the National Aboriginal Circle Against Family Violence, which provides housing and support for Indigenous women, when home is no longer safe, and to help enable connectivity for women to safely access resources.
  • We are so grateful to Rogers for helping Indigenous women and their children when they need it the most.

Canada’s First and Largest 5G Network Expands to Manitoba

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Friday, November 20, 2020

Supporting the latest 5G devices, Rogers 5G is now available in parts of Winnipeg and Brandon

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  • Supporting the latest 5G devices, Rogers 5G is now available in parts of Winnipeg and Brandon
    WINNIPEG, Manitoba, Nov. 20, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rogers Communications today announced that it has turned on its 5G service on Canadas most trusted and reliable network in Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba.
  • Including these communities, Rogers 5G network powered by Ericsson, now reaches a total of 134 cities and towns across the country offering 10x more coverage than any other carrier.
  • The arrival of 5G in Manitoba will change the way we live, work and do business here, said Larry Goerzen, President of Prairies and Alberta, Rogers Communications.
  • A recent 2020 Ookla Speedtest report found Rogers wireless network delivers the most consistent speeds of any national wireless network in Canada.

Designing the Future of Sports Fan Engagement With 5G: Rogers, Sportsnet, and University of Waterloo Team Up for Hockey Hackathon

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Monday, November 16, 2020

Potential solutions may involve augmented reality and second screen experiences, as well as fantasy and other gaming or e-commerce applications.

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  • Potential solutions may involve augmented reality and second screen experiences, as well as fantasy and other gaming or e-commerce applications.
  • Today Rogers also announced a 5G program dedicated to the research and development of sports and fan engagement.
  • The new program is included in its three-year partnership agreement with the University of Waterloo to advance 5G research in the Toronto-Waterloo tech corridor.
  • The University of Waterloo is at the forefront of innovation and is home to transformational research and inspired learning.

Rogers Communications Declares 50 Cents per Share Quarterly Dividend

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Thursday, October 22, 2020

January 4, 2021 payment date following December 10, 2020 record date

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  • January 4, 2021 payment date following December 10, 2020 record date
    TORONTO, Oct. 22, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rogers Communications Inc. (Rogers) announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend totaling 50 cents per share on each of its outstanding Class B Non-Voting shares and Class A Voting shares.
  • The declared quarterly dividend will be paid on January 4, 2021 to shareholders of record on December 10, 2020.
  • Such quarterly dividends are only payable as and when declared by Rogers Board and there is no entitlement to any dividend prior thereto.
  • Rogers is a proud Canadian company dedicated to making more possible for Canadians each and every day.