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Service Provider Associations
Canada Wireless Telecommunications Association
The Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association (CWTA) is the authority on wireless issues, developments and trends in Canada. It represents cellular, PCS, messaging, mobile radio, fixed wireless and mobile satellite carriers, as well as companies that develop and produce products and services for the industry.
A non-profit organization formed in 1994, WiTec is a provincial industry assocation that provides linkage, leverage, focus and support for the sector. Its mission is to "grow and increase the competitiveness of the wireless and telecommunications industry in Alberta."
Specific goals of the organization focus on:
- Showcasing resident technologies in the province
- Increasing collaboration among all stakeholders
- Providing networking and mentorship opportunities for members
- Assisting in support for investment attraction
- Assisting in creating and providing market access
- Collaborating to strengthen the overall technology sector in the province
The United States Internet Service Provider Association
This group represents the common policy and legal interests of Internet Service Providers in the U.S. It reviews current issues, articles and provides information link for further research.
The Internet Society (ISOC) is a professional membership society with more than 100 organizations and over 20,000 individual members in over 180 countries. It provides leadership in addressing issues that confront the future of the Internet, and is the organization home for the groups responsible for Internet infrastructure standards, including the Internet Engineering Task Force (EITF) and the Internet Architecture Board (IAB).
Business Resources
A comprehensive business plan is a key factor in guiding a company to success. The Government of Alberta offers direct resources to help plan and develop successful business plans.
Network Basics
Cisco provides a comprehensive website including information regarding:
- Network basics
- Service provider strategy
- Different service provider segments - cable, mobile and wireline
- Networking solutions
- Building networks
- Deploying services
This information can be sourced through the Cisco website.
Another important element to research and understand is the ISO/OSI Network Model and the TCP/IP Network Model. They provide an excellent starting point for describing the concepts and functions behind new technologies and protocols. The following links provide introductory information on these models:
Training Courses
A large array of network training courses are available. The examples listed below represent only a few of the courses available. Detailed course descriptions can be found in local University and College catalogues.
SuperNet Technical Training Courses
The Northern Alberta Institue of Technology (NAIT) has developed, and is now delivering, SuperNet Technical Training courses to IP personnel who have responsibilities to design, manage, install and service network connections to the Alberta SuperNet. NAIT's SuperNet technical training courses for networking personnel are open to:
- All Alberta ministries
- Organizations under ministries' jurisdictions
- Private organizations or companies that may be using for providing services over the Alberta SuperNet
Cisco Networking Academy Program
Cisco also offers a Cisco Networking Academy Program. Their basic level certification, Cisco Certified Network Associate, provides a basic foundation in networking. This program prepares learners to design, build and maintain small - to medium - sized networks. Many institutions provide CCNA preparation course, including the Southern Alberta Institue of Technology (SAIT) in Calgary.
Service Provider Listings
Canada ISP.com
Canada ISP's website allows you to search for an Internet Service Provider (Dialup, ISDN, DSL, Cable, Satellite, Point to Point and Wireless) anywhere in Canada. Customers can post reviews, and ISPs submit their own services.
Canada Wireless Telecommunications Association
This industry association offers several market overviews of the wireless sector at their website. Their guide offers snapshots of the mobile phone, paging, mobile radio, mobile satellites, and fixed services in Canada.
Government Agencies
Industry Canada offers information on Internet consumer issues (online shopping, dealing with spam, and finding an Internet Service Provider), and electronic commerce.
Rural Alberta - Land of Opportunity
This government paper examines and promotes rural development as a key part of Alberta's economic development strategy.
