Check out Kalind Patel‘s major research paper titled “Rural Broadband in Northern Ontario: Investigating the Status of Connectivity and the Role of Planners“. A brief outline of Kalind’s research can be found below:

This research investigates the current state of broadband internet access in Northern Ontario and explores the role of planners in facilitating its development. The motivation behind this study stems from the critical need for reliable internet services in rural and remote communities, which is essential for economic development, social inclusion, and access to essential services. The research was guided by two key questions: (1) What is the current status of the broadband internet access in four Northern Ontario communities, and (2) What is the role of planners in the process of facilitating broadband internet access in these four Northern Ontario communities? A mixed-methods approach was employed, combining a comprehensive literature review, discussions with the planners, and an analysis of relevant policies and initiatives. The findings reveal that broadband access in Northern Ontario remains uneven  and that planners have had limited involvement in broadband infrastructure development. The study underscores the need for a more integrated approach to planning and broadband development to address the connectivity challenges in the region.