Rogers Communications acquires 3,800MHz in the country’s third 5G spectrum auction as the company provides Canadians with even more coverage, speed and capacity on Canada’s largest and most reliable 5G network. announced that it has once again secured nationwide 5G spectrum.
Rogers invested $475 million in 40.5 MHz of the 3800 MHz spectrum at 0.32 cents per MHz/POP across 172 regions available in the spectrum auction. His 3800 MHz acquisition will complement Rogers’ current industry-leading 3500 MHz 5G spectrum. This scope covers not only urban areas, but also rural and indigenous communities across the country.
3800 MHz and 3500 MHz are complementary mid-band spectrum frequencies that provide speed and capacity. 600 MHz is the low-band 5G spectrum that transmits wireless data over long distances and through dense urban buildings. This combination provides consistent and reliable 5G coverage in both urban and remote areas. Adding 3800 MHz to the Rogers 5G network nationwide will enable us to further support consumers and businesses with enterprise mobility, virtual private networks, and 5G wireless home internet in rural and remote areas.
Today’s announcement is part of Rogers’ commitment to providing Canadians with the world’s best network. Rogers reinvests his 90% of his profits back into Canada each year. Since 1985, the company has invested more than $40 billion to build a truly national wireless network serving all Canadians. In 2023, the company was awarded Canada’s Most Reliable Wireless Network for the fifth year in a row by Umlaut, a world leader in independent network he benchmarking.
Tony Staffieri, President and CEO of Rogers
As Canada’s only national network operator, we went into the auction with clear plans to secure more national 5G spectrum so we can continue to provide Canadians across the country with the best 5G network in the country. Ta. 5G spectrum is an investment in Canada’s future, and we have invested significant funds in each auction to build an unparalleled 5G network with a powerful combination of coverage, quality and reliability. There’s a reason more Canadians continue to choose Rogers over other airlines.
