Rotary BINGO Returns to Wightman TV, Channel 1 on October 1st, and runs every Tuesday at 7pm
Playing helps everyone win! All proceeds go back into the community through local Rotary projects. Purchase your BINGO tickets at one of our participating retailers today!
For rules and where to buy your tickets, click here.
“On behalf of Wightman, I am honoured to contribute to the hospital’s fundraising efforts for the expansion of the Fisher Family Primary Care Centre, knowing that our support will directly impact the health and well-being of our growing community” said Stephen Novotny, Vice President Technology.
Photo(L-R): Elizabeth Dwyer, Foundation Manager and Stephen Novotny.
You deserve to be heard.
9-8-8 is here to listen.
A safe space to talk, 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
From any mobile phone, anywhere in Canada:
Phone : 9-8-8
Text/SMS: 9-8-8
Visit: https://988.ca/
If you are feeling like you have lost hope and are struggling to cope, if you are dealing with thoughts of suicide, or if you are worried about someone else, 9-8-8 is here for you. When you reach out, a trained responder will listen without judgement, provide support and understanding, and can tell you about resources that will help.
9-8-8 is here to provide moments of connection that create hope, support recovery and save lives. We help people connect to their strengths and find new ways to cope, live and thrive. Our vision is a Canada where suicide is prevented because everyone can access help when they need it the most.
If your safety is at risk, call 9-1-1 right away.
Coming in June 2023, new area code 382 will be added to the 519 / 548 / 226 regions
- To meet the growing demand for telecommunications services and numbers, new area code 382 will be introduced in the 519/548/226 geographic area on 17 June 2023. The new area code will co-exist within the same geographic region as area code 519/548/226. There will be no change to customers’ existing 519/548/226 telephone numbers. Telephone numbers beginning with the new area code 382 may be assigned for use starting 17 June 2023.
- 10 digit dialing will continue to be used for all local calls within the area served by area codes 226, 382, 519 and 548.
- Local and long distance calling areas will not change with the adoption of the new area code 382. Customers with telephone numbers in the new area code 382 will get the same calling areas as customers in the same exchange areas with telephone numbers in area code 519/548/226.
- N11 service access codes such as emergency calls (911), directory assistance (411), repair (611) and relay service (711) will continue to be dialed using 3 digits.
What is Fiber-Optic Internet?
Wightman is bringing fiber-optic technology to your town and you’re wondering just what IS fiber internet, and why should you connect to it? Fiber-optic internet is state of the art, future proof technology, which is ideal for homes and businesses that require a fast, reliable internet connection, that is going to meet their ever day demands.
How is Fiber different from other forms of internet?
Fibre technology uses light delivered through a fiber glass core to transmit services to your home. Because of this delivery method, fibre provides a connection that is more reliable, can support much higher speeds, is less susceptible to the effects of weather, and able to handle periods of high internet usage across multiple users.
Fiber internet is dramatically different from other internet connection types which you may have experienced in the past. Here is some information on other delivery methods you may have previously experienced.
Dial-up internet
Dial-up, which is far less common than it was 20 years ago, utilizes existing telephone lines, which are usually made of copper. Dial-up uses the audible frequency of the landline, which is why you hear a series of beeps and noises when it connects. Dial-up and Telephone services share the same line which creates an environment where you can’t use both at the same time forcing you to always choose one or the other.
The average speed of dial-up connections is about 56 Kbps (that’s about 0.05 Mbps) for downloading and uploading.
DSL internet lines
DSL (digital subscriber line) internet also uses telephone lines to transmit data. But in contrast to dial-up, DSL uses inaudible frequencies, so it doesn’t compete with your voice phone service meaning you can be on the phone and surfing the web at the same time.
Speeds are dependent on your proximity to the DSL main distribution point. The closer you are the faster your service will be until you a reach a point where the service simply can’t be transmitted across that distance. DSL internet is also vulnerable to the effects of weather, especially wet rainy conditions, which can impact the speed and consistency of your connection even when you are very close to the distribution point.
Cable internet
Cable internet uses the same technology as your cable TV service uses, known as “coaxial cable.”
Speeds for cable internet can vary widely typically maxing out at 940 Mbps for downloading and up to 50 Mbps for uploading. The interesting fact with cable internet is that you often have many users on the same shared connection. Meaning, the more people using the service during peak times will create noticeable speed decreases for those on that shared connection.
Is Fiber internet really the better choice?
Fibre internet connections will allow for download and upload speeds of up to 1gig! The faster speed offered by fiber internet makes it an excellent choice for homes with many devices and users, gamers, people working from home, and businesses. With speeds of up to 1 gig you could download a 2 hour movie in as little as 40 seconds!
Fibre- optic technology is not as prone to outages as other connection types because it does not require a power source, remember it uses light to transmit data and keep you connected. As long as the fiber optic cable stays intact, it can keep delivering your bits and bytes even when the lights are out, or the weather is wet and stormy.
Have you ever noticed that your internet speed gets slow during times of high usage? This is because some Internet providers use “throttling” to prevent outages during high traffic hours. At peak times, your ISP may lower your speed from 100 Mbps to 20 or lower to ration their service. Fiber optic internet speed doesn’t need to throttle, because it’s less susceptible to overload.
Ready to Switch to Wightman Fiber?
Wightman offers Fibre to The Home in many of our serving areas. To find out more about getting the fastest, most reliable high speed Internet, TV and Phone service installed at your home or business, contact Wightman today!
Community Involvement
Today we reflect on ‘Why’ customers choose Wightman. We’re a company that cares so much about being a part of our communities and want to recognize the Rotary Hospice Stratford Perth Foundation for the compassionate care they provide. Cameron Green, Wightman’s VP Customer Acquisition presented a donation of $5,000 to Lucie Stuart, Director, Fund Development and Stewardship at Rotary Hospice Stratford Perth.
Pictured, left to right are Lucie Stuart, and Cameron Green.
September 11, 2021 Community Involvement
On September 11, 2021, Wightman Creative Designer & Marketing Coordinator, Nelia Ricardo-Wodiany presented the Arthur Lions with a donation of $1,000 for the new Skateboard and BMX Park project. We’re proud to be a part of the Arthur community and happy to support the fundraising efforts for this project. Pictured are Arthur Lion, Al Rawlins Secretary, Nelia Ricardo-Wodiany from Wightman and the kids with their families that have been actively fundraising.
Wightman is a local and family-owned company, serving Arthur with internet and phone since 2015, and recently, Wightman has constructed Fibre to the Home, a powerful communications infrastructure in Arthur. The kids have been working hard to raise funds so; it was heart warming to see their reaction as we surprised them with our donation to help them achieve their fundraising goal.
September 8, 2021 Community Involvement
On September 11, 2021, Wightman VP of Customer Acquisition, Cameron Green presented a donation of $1,370 to the #GetInTouchForHutch Organization. Myrna Hutchison, the Get In Touch For Hutch Committee organizer was on hand to receive the Wightman donation at our Arthur office located at 148 George Street.
Pictured, left to right are Myrna Hutchison, Lauren Burns, and Cameron Green.
Wightman is a local and family-owned company, serving Arthur with internet and phone since 2015, and recently, Wightman has constructed Fibre to the Home, a powerful communications infrastructure in Arthur. We’re grateful to be a part of each community that we serve, and the #GetInTouchForHutch Organization is doing such great work in the community to raise awareness for Mental Health.
According to the #GetInTouchForHutch Organization suicide accounts for 24 percent of all deaths of youth, 15-24 year olds. Steven Hutchison took his life while at University in February of 2013, this was a shocking tragedy for Steven’s family and friends. The #GetInTouchForHutch Organization was established to start a conversation about mental health, break down the walls from the stigma and discrimination that many feel when struggling with mental illness. As stated by the organization “it’s going to take all of us together to make that happen.”
August 9, 2021 Community Involvement
On August 9, 2021, Wightman VP Customer Acquisition, Cameron Green was at the Teeswater Culross Swimming Pool for the BBQ and Tread-a-Thon event to present a donation of five hundred dollars to help with the fundraising efforts. Mayor Bob Buckle, CAO/Clerk, Leanne Martin, Recreation & Facilities Manager, Shawnette Duvall-Crouse, and TC Pool Supervisor, Rachael Hogg, were on hand to receive the Wightman donation.
Wightman is a local and family-owned company, serving South Bruce with phone, internet, and TV services for decades. In recent years, Wightman constructed Fibre to the Home, a highly advanced communications infrastructure in Teeswater and now expanding into Formosa.
Wightman VP Customer Acquisition, Cameron Green stated, at Wightman, we’re committed to helping the communities where we provide telecommunication services. When we heard about the event happening today, we thought what a better way to give back and support the town of Teeswater. Our donation will help the South Bruce Recreation & Facilities department purchase new junior and senior kick boards, rescue packs, and equipment for the aqua fit classes at the Teeswater Culross pool. Wightman is passionate about providing the best possible experience in every interaction.
April 14, 2021 Community Involvement
COVID-19 has changed many aspects of our lives, like kids missing out on camp during spring break. The Municipality of Brockton Parks and Recreation department created a program called CAMP in a BOX. This is a screen free At-Home School Break program that is geared to keep children active and engaged.
At Wightman we’re committed to our communities so when we heard about the opportunity to help create a unique camp experience at home we were there to help. Our donation has helped the Brockton Parks and Recreation department prepare an additional 50 boxes after successfully selling out 50 boxes in March.