Newsletter September 2026
SEPTEMBER 2026
CONGRATULATIONS 2026 SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS!
We had the great privilege of awarding 4 of our local students the Brooke Telecom Co-operative Annual Scholarship. Each year we award four $1250 scholarships to outstanding students in our local serving area with the hope of helping the next generation of Brooke Telecom members start their post secondary careers on the right foot.
Click Here to Meet Our Winners
SMARTHUB! EVERYTHING YOU NEED ALL IN ONE APP.
Click Here for help installing the app
ARE YOU BACK TO SCHOOL READY?
Back-to-school season means more than backpacks and homework — it also means more devices needing to be connected and competing for your home Wi-Fi. From virtual assignments and research to streaming lessons and working from home, keeping everyone connected can quickly become a challenge. Ensure you have the right internet speed and WIFI coverage in your home as well as the right cell phone plan for everyone in your home.
Additionally, CommandIQ puts you back in control of your WIFI. Think of it as the remote control for your entire Wi-Fi network. With one easy-to-use app, you can view connected devices, manage guest access, prioritize bandwidth for homework or video calls, block unwanted content and even pause internet access when it’s time to focus.
THINK BEFORE YOU CLICK: PROTECT YOURSELF FROM PHISHING EMAILS
Learn how to spot a fake, how to protect yourself against the next scam and keep your personal information safe from hackers.
DO YOU HAVE A 3G FLIP PHONE?
Some of our members with 3G flip phones or older mobile devices may have recently received a text message advising them that as of March 1, 2027 their device will no longer be supported due to the upcoming 3G network shutdown.
This is a legitimate notification. As wireless networks transition away from 3G technology, older devices that rely on the 3G network may no longer be able to connect to cellular service. More details are available on our website at 3G Shutdown Information
If you have received this notification, we encourage you to call or come in and speak with our team about upgrading to a supported device.
We have a variety of makes, models and price points available, and we’re happy to help you find an option that works for your needs and budget. Call or stop by our Watford office.
SPECIAL DATES
September 30: Offices are closed to honour Truth and Reconciliation Day
October 2 & 3: Watford-Brooke Alvinston-Inwood Fall Fair
October 12: Offices closed for Thanksgiving
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