Canada’s industry minister dismissed on Saturday as “nonsense” Elon Musk’s suggestion that his satellite company, Starlink, could provide Canadians with internet access at a fraction of the federal government’s newest plan.

On Friday, the Liberal government announced a $2.14-billion loan to Telesat, a Canadian communications company based in Ottawa. The money is aimed at helping Telesat’s low Earth orbit satellite boost reception, particularly for Canadians in remote parts of the country.

On Friday, the Liberal government announced a $2.14-billion loan to Telesat, a Canadian communications company based in Ottawa.{ai:summary}<p>Canada’s industry minister refuted Elon Musk’s claim that Starlink could supply internet access more affordably than the government plan. This response followed the announcement of a $2.14 billion loan to Telesat to enhance satellite reception for remote Canadians.</p><p>#technology</p>

Liberal minister dismisses Elon Musk's satellite offer as 'nonsense' in row over Canadian satellite contract

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