National Capital FreeNet

A #CommunityISP committed to affordable internet & #DigitalEquity since '92. All our plans have unlimited usage, speeds up to 1Gbps. Award-winning HelpDesk!

[National Capital FreeNet @ncfottawa]

Digital equity in action.

Introducing CommuniFi: Building a free community WiFi network across Ottawa https://t.co/2ccenHInAX via @YouTube

CommuniFi is funded by CIRA and in partnership with Ottawa Community Housing and @hiboonetworks, a subsidiary of @hydroottawa.

[National Capital FreeNet @ncfottawa]

Our website login has now been resolved, apologies for any hassles. A weather-related power outage caused some unexpected configuration issues with our servers.

[National Capital FreeNet @ncfottawa]

Some members are reporting login issues this morning -- we're currently looking into it. Internet services do not seem to be affected.
In the meantime, you can still access your NCF Zimbra email by typing https://t.co/QRDT5QIVSm into your URL.

[National Capital FreeNet @ncfottawa]

@StepOtt2 Apologies, the issue was with one of our core routers, not our new Data Centres. However the move did temporarily reduce some of our usual network resilience so this equipment failure came at a bad time -- we're taking steps to resolve that as soon as possible.

[National Capital FreeNet @ncfottawa]

Many of our DSL members are currently out of service due to a network issue: apologies. We are looking into it and hope to resolve it as soon as we can. We will keep you posted as we know more.

[National Capital FreeNet @ncfottawa]

We continue to look into the source of the issue so we can ensure it doesn't happen again and are also working to restore and improve our network redundancy since completing the data centre move. Thanks for your patience and support.

[National Capital FreeNet @ncfottawa]

Update: We have restored DSL connectivity. Apologies for the delays: we take our network uptime seriously & know how important reliable connectivity is.
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[National Capital FreeNet @ncfottawa]

If you're still not connected, try power-cycling your modem by unplugging it for 10 seconds and then plugging it back in again, even if you previously tried this without success. If you still have issues, please contact the HelpDesk at 613-721-1773 ext. 0 or [email protected] 2/3

[Canuckle 🇨🇦 @CanuckleGame]

Canuckle #1040: FIBRE 🖥️🛜🏘
Fibre optic internet technology has revolutionized connectivity, and here in Canada, it's also helping bridge the digital divide! In Ottawa, the National Capital FreeNet (@ncfottawa) is making waves with its Community WiFi project, in partnership with our friends at CIRA (@ciranews). By leveraging fibre connections from Hiboo Networks, Ottawa-Gatineau's first municipally owned fibre optic-based telecom provider, this pilot project provides free internet access to underserved communities, supporting thousands of individuals living in Ottawa Community Housing. This initiative complements CIRA's annual Net Good Grants program which provides millions of dollars in funding to community-led projects that address digital challenges in rural, remote, and Indigenous communities across Canada. Learn more about the project here: https://t.co/ghP6q6A9j4

[National Capital FreeNet @ncfottawa]

3/3 Get ready to glimpse the future of connected communities in Ottawa! Powered by @ncfottawa @ciranews @OCH_LCO @hiboonetworks

#CivicTech #DigitalEquity #CommunityISP #CommunityNetwork #WiFiisforEveryone

[National Capital FreeNet @ncfottawa]

1/3 93 days ago we started testing our innovative community WiFi service, CommuniFi, at 251 and 255 Donald St.
Today, we're thrilled to share that CommuniFi is exceeding all our wildest expectations. The community has embraced it wholeheartedly!
Tomorrow, join us at @yowcivictech

[National Capital FreeNet @ncfottawa]

2/3 ... and enjoy an inspiring presentation by Shelley Robinson and Andrew Martey-Asare. They'll be sharing our exciting journey and ambitious expansion plans.
📍 Where: Impact Hub Ottawa, 123 Slater St, 7th floor 👉 RSVP:  https://t.co/N994DnKtuT

[OCH_LCO @OCH_LCO]

📶 Big news! The CommuniFI pilot project is officially LIVE, bringing free W-Fi to the common spaces of OCH’s 251 & 255 Donald St. Buildings. This project has been made possible through OCH’s partnership with @ncfottawa, @ciranews and @hiboonetworks. Learn more: https://t.co/XRKo9FafSF

@StephaneOCH_LCO @rawlsonking @tm_kavanagh

#DigitalInclusion #OCHPartners #OCHCares #AffordableHousing

[National Capital FreeNet @ncfottawa]

But why did we pick such a cold day to test the signal range!?

Thanks as always to our community partners: @ciranews for the funding and other support, @OCH_LCO and @hiboonetworks.

[National Capital FreeNet @ncfottawa]

We're excited to be at the stage of our free Community WiFi Network build where the @OCH_LCO buildings at 251 & 255 Donald have started testing free WiFi in their common spaces! Now we're thinking about other community orgs we can connect within a 2-5km range...

[Chris Taylor @ChrisJohnTaylor]

Have outdated password advice insisting passwords look like Se2(,QhY!>4rel#6? Do you forget passwords? Are you POA for someone? Learn to use a free password manager. Come out today from 2-4pm (in person or online) @ncfottawa https://t.co/e8kJ9KnHGm

[National Capital FreeNet @ncfottawa]

@mirgray Seriously!