In our increasingly digital world, internet connectivity is no longer a luxury—it’s a business necessity. Many companies and households assume that fibre optic internet provides bulletproof reliability. But as recent events in Ontario and Quebec have shown, even fibre—often considered the gold standard in connectivity, can go dark. A major carrier’s network-wide outage left businesses paralyzed and consumers offline for hours, proving that no single connection is invincible.
The Hidden Risks of “Single Source” Connectivity
Whether it’s a backhoe slicing through a buried line, a coordinated vandalism incident, or unpredictable weather events, fibre networks are still vulnerable—especially when there’s no backup path. These risks compound when thousands of customers rely on a single provider’s infrastructure. When that backbone fails, so does everything built on it.
Diverse Paths, Stronger Uptime
That’s where NWIC stands apart. Our approach to connectivity is fundamentally different. By using over-the-air wireless technology, we bypass the most common causes of downtime—like construction damage and cable cuts. Our network is built with redundancy and diversity at its core, ensuring your business or home stays online even when others go dark.
Why Redundant Internet Matters
For businesses, downtime means lost revenue, missed opportunities, and frustrated customers. For families, it can mean disrupted work-from-home setups, missed virtual classes, and severed communication. Redundant internet isn’t just a backup plan—it’s essential infrastructure.
Choose Resilience
In today’s climate, relying on a single internet connection is a risk few can afford. NWIC’s diverse, redundant network keeps you connected—even when the unexpected strikes.