Telus will invest $135 million in Calgary this year

Telus announced Wednesday that it will spend $135 million this year to expand and improve its infrastructure, operations and services in Calgary.

The investments will be focused on building next-generation networks, increasing innovation and sustainability, and stimulating economic growth, Telus said in a press release.

“We live in a digital world and this investment continues TELUS' legacy of making significant contributions to the economic strength and social vitality of Calgary and the province of Alberta,” said Naveen Arora, Telus Executive Vice President and President of Telus Business Solutions, Telus Health, Telus Agriculture and Consumer Products and Telus Partner Solutions release.

“This investment is driven by the vision to make a meaningful difference for people in Calgary and around the world, empowering communities, fostering innovation and sustainability, and creating a friendlier future for everyone who lives, works and serves in the great city of Calgary. Arora said.

Telus says it has invested more than $60 billion in Alberta and $259 billion nationally since 2000 to build and develop network infrastructure, operations and spectrum that connect families and businesses with its 5G and PureFibre networks.

As part of its 2028 plans, Telus says it will upgrade its 5G network in Alberta and Canada with Open Radio Network (ORAN) technology, creating more reliable and faster connections, using resources more efficiently and reducing energy use.