Winnipeg, MB – Staying connected in Winnipeg is now easier than ever with more City of Winnipeg facilities offering free Wi-Fi with no data caps. Residents and visitors can enjoy free unlimited browsing today in select locations, including areas of libraries, pools, golf courses, and community centres.
This expansion is in addition to the existing Shaw Guest Wi-Fi service which is already available in more than 130 civic facilities. That offering has a data cap of 500 MB/month for non-Shaw Internet customers.
“It is a pleasure to cut the cord today on free unlimited Wi-Fi in 50 City facilities,” said Mayor Brian Bowman. “Through our partnership with Shaw, these public facilities will now be fully connected with no data caps for citizens and visitors alike!”
“In an increasingly digital world, it’s important to meet residents’ and visitors’ needs by offering accessible internet,” said Councillor John Orlikow, Chairperson of the Standing Policy Committee on Innovation. “Free Wi-Fi provides an affordable and convenient way for people to stay connected while enjoying the City’s amenities.”
WPG-WIFI is now available in 46 facilities, including the Living Prairie Museum, Old Market Square, and Winnipeg Transit’s Osborne Station. Beginning in August 2019, the service will also be available in four Winnipeg Police Service stations.
If available in their location, residents and visitors can connect to WPG-WIFI by selecting it from the device’s Wi-Fi settings menu, opening their Internet browser, and accepting the Terms of Use.