Memorial University Research Milestones

Memorial University Research Milestones

Telecommunications and Information Technology

Newfoundland and Labrador has been on the leading edge of telecommunications and information technology.

Memorial University has been involved in many of the initiatives that have contributed to the province's success in these strategic sectors.

1976

First networked telemedicine service in Canada

First networked distance education service in Canada

1989

First online data and communications service for rural Canada

First rural telecentres in Canada

1993-95

Highest rate of information highway awards (CANARIE) in Canada

1995

First Canadian province with full Internet access in all schools

1996

Largest number of distance education hours in Canada

Highest access to SchoolNet in Canada

First (and only) campus-wide full ATM network

Fastest growing Internet use in Canada