Bringing Better Broadband to Our Community

April 11, 2025

News and Public Notices

The Township of Hamilton is pleased to share exciting updates about major broadband expansion projects taking place across Northumberland County – including in several communities right here in our Township. These efforts are helping to bring fast, reliable internet to more homes and businesses in our region.

Axle Telecom

Another major broadband initiative is currently in progress. This county-wide fibre-optic network will bring high-speed internet to over 11,000 homes and businesses, with the goal of improving access for work, education, healthcare, and more by the end of 2025.

Axle Telecom is leading the build and will be your internet service provider for this project.
Fibre installation to your home is completely optional — but if you’d like to be connected at no cost, you’ll need to give consent when contacted.
Once your property is connected, you’ll have the option to sign up for competitively priced internet services with Axle.

All physical connections from the street to your home are fully covered by the project’s funding. Axle Telecom will reach out directly to residents before beginning work in your area to request permission for installation.

Residents and business can confirm if their home or business property is part of the project by visiting AxleTelecom.ca or calling 1-844-702-2848. Additionally, residents will receive direct notifications when crews are scheduled to begin work in their area, along with details on how to request a free connection and provide permission for installation. Ongoing updates will be provided on the Northumberland County Broadband webpage, by mail and other forms of communication in your area.

Use the Interactive Map to see updates regarding construction in progress, areas where the network is ready for connection, and areas where the network is fully tested and active.

For more info or to request a quote, call 1-844-702-2848 or visit AxleTelecom.ca.

About Axle Telecom

Axle is a Canadian-owned company specializing in connecting rural and underserved communities across Ontario. Though new to Northumberland, they bring extensive experience and are one of seven providers approved by the province for rural broadband expansion.

Nexicom Fibre

Nexicom has successfully completed its Precious Corners Transport Project, delivering high-speed fibre internet access to 341 homes in Harwood, Gores Landing, Plainville, Cold Springs, and Camborne.

This project was made possible through $1.2 million in funding from the CRTC and $2.7 million from Nexicom.

While the CRTC funding focused on core infrastructure (known as the "transport" network), Nexicom is also investing in an additional expansion in Camborne, which will bring service to another 110 homes.

Nexicom’s continued expansion in Northumberland County includes existing service to Bewdley, Garden Hill, and Elizabethville, with more to come.

For more details or to check availability, visit nexicom.net.

About Nexicom

With over 125 years of service, Nexicom is a trusted provider of high-speed internet, phone, and TV throughout Peterborough County, Kawartha Lakes, and Northumberland County.

Other available connections

In addition to the new broadband projects in Northumberland County, residents in the Township of Hamilton may also have access to internet services through a variety of other providers, depending on location and service availability, including:

Bell Canada: Offers a range of internet services including DSL and wireless home internet in some rural areas.
Rogers Communications: Provides cable internet in select parts of the Township.
Cogeco: Delivers high-speed cable internet and bundled services in certain communities within Northumberland County.
Xplornet: Specializes in rural internet access, offering fixed wireless and satellite services.
Other Local or Regional ISPs: Some residents may also be served by smaller or independent providers offering fixed wireless, such as Airnet Wireless.

Availability and speed vary by location. We encourage residents to explore and compare available network options to find the service that best meets their needs. (Note: This is a private website and is not affiliated with the Township of Hamilton).

The Township of Hamilton is committed to ensuring that all residents—no matter where they live—have access to fast, reliable internet. We recognize that connectivity is essential for work, education, healthcare, and quality of life. Through strong partnerships and support for broadband expansion projects, we are working to bridge the digital divide and bring modern infrastructure to every corner of our community.