Rogers Launches Satellite-to-Mobile Service in Canada, Expanding Coverage to 5.4 Million Square Kilometers

Rogers Communications has launched Rogers Satellite, a service that expands wireless coverage to over 5.4 million square kilometers in Canada. The service uses low-earth orbit satellites and is compatible with most modern smartphones. Initially available as a free beta trial, the service supports text messaging and emergency text-to-911 communications. After the beta period, it will be included at no extra cost for Rogers Ultimate Plan users or available for $15 per month for others.

Rogers Communications Inc. (RCI) has launched Rogers Satellite, a new satellite-to-mobile text messaging service that significantly expands wireless coverage across Canada. The service, which uses low-earth orbit satellites and is compatible with most modern smartphones, aims to provide connectivity in areas traditionally underserved by traditional wireless networks [1].

Rogers Satellite covers over 5.4 million square kilometers, more than 2.5 times the coverage of any other Canadian wireless service provider. This initiative is part of Rogers' ongoing investment in delivering innovative wireless connectivity solutions to Canadians [2].

The service is initially available to all Canadians through a free beta trial, which runs until October 2025. During this period, users can enjoy text messaging and emergency text-to-911 communications. After the beta trial, Rogers Satellite will be included at no additional cost for customers on the Rogers Ultimate Plan. For other users, the service will be available for $15 per month, with a $5 monthly discount for the first 12 months for those participating in the beta trial [3].

Rogers Satellite leverages SpaceX's Starlink low-earth orbit satellites and Rogers' national wireless spectrum to automatically connect cellphones in areas without cell service. This technology is designed to help Canadians stay connected in remote areas and along rural highways, enhancing public safety and emergency response capabilities [4].

The launch of Rogers Satellite is a significant step in Rogers' history of innovation in wireless technology. Over the past 40 years, Rogers has introduced several groundbreaking wireless services, including 1G, 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G, each building on the legacy of providing reliable and innovative connectivity solutions [5].

References:
[1] https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/07/15/3115683/0/en/Rogers-Launches-Satellite-to-Mobile-Service-in-Canada.html
[2] https://seekingalpha.com/news/4467545-rogers-launches-satellite-texting-service-in-canada
[3] https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/rogers-launching-new-satellite-mobile-text-trial-1.7585401
[4] https://www.marketscreener.com/quote/stock/ROGERS-COMMUNICATIONS-INC-1411426/news/Rogers-Communications-Inc-Launches-Satellite-To-Mobile-Service-in-Canada-50513386/