Rogers to Launch Advanced Wildfire Detection in Alberta as Part of National Safety Initiative

Rogers announced today that they will introduce wildfire detection to 10 communities as part of their commitment to keeping Canadians and first responders safe.

The telecom giant is partnering with Vancouver’s SenseNet, a eader in early wildfire detection technology, to bring the company’s AI technology to communities across the country, starting in Alberta and British Columbia.

“Wildfires are impacting communities across the country in an unprecedented way,” said Tony Staffieri, President and CEO, Rogers. “Climate change requires urgent action and now is the time to work with key strategic partners and use our national network to better detect fires and help reduce their impact on communities.”

Powered by Rogers 5G network, SenseNet’s technology will integrate advanced gas sensors, smoke detection cameras, AI algorithms and real-time data analysis to provide accurate and early alerts for wildfires.

Rogers and SenseNet are partnering to bring this technology to 10 communities across the country, starting with Sparwood and Willowvale in British Columbia, and Christina Lake, Grand Prairie, Jasper, Marmot Mountain, Peerless Lake, Pelican Mountain, Wabasca-Desmarais, and Wood Buffalo in Alberta. The cameras and sensors will be deployed between now and early spring.

“We are thrilled to collaborate with Rogers in expanding our advanced wildfire detection and management solutions across the country,” said Hamed Noori, CEO, SenseNet. “With Rogers extensive 5G coverage, combined with our cutting-edge technology integrating satellite, AI, cameras, and sensors, this partnership positions Canada at the forefront of wildfire prevention and management to help protect our environment, communities, and our firefighters on the front lines.”

SenseNet cameras and sensors have already been deployed in the Predator Ridge Resort Community near Vernon, British Columbia.

Rogers also partners with the University of British Columbia (UBC) and BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) to monitor wildfire indicators using 5G sensors. The company has deployed 5G-powered Pano AI cameras on wireless towers in Kelowna and Prince George. Rogers is also working with SpaceX and Lynk to bring satellite-to-mobile phone coverage to parts of Canada that are unserved by traditional wireless networks.