Calgary has launched the Wave Tech Centre, an innovation hub focused on exploring emerging technologies and enhancing municipal services utilizing ATSC 3.0 technology.
One of the centre's pioneering projects, in collaboration with Humber Polytechnic's Broadcast-Broadband Convergence Lab (B2C), is Canada’s first ATSC 3.0 Smart City initiative.
This project will leverage "datacasting" for critical services—such as targeted emergency response, dynamic digital signage, and remote education access—to improve community connectivity and resilience, especially in underserved areas.
Field tests in North Carolina have shown that ATSC 3.0 outperforms current EMS technology, promising safer, more connected environments.
The initiative also aims to provide resilient solutions for public alerting and disrupted GPS services. Calgary is testing a Broadcast Positioning System for precise timing and navigation, enhancing stability and reliability for essential services by complementing existing satellite systems.
Avateq is proud to support this project by providing necessary equipment and expertise.
This collaboration highlights the potential of NextGen TV technology to advance digital equity and civic infrastructure, and Avateq is committed to backing this groundbreaking project with knowledge and solutions.
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Calgary To Collaborate on ATSC 3.0 Datacasting for Municipal Use | TV Tech
The City of Calgary launches Wave Tech Centre to accelerate digital transformation of City services
