GROUPE-ACCES – Expands Wireless Broadband Internet Coverage in Wentworth-Nord from Montfort to include Lac St-Francois-Xavier and Lac-de-la-Chevreuils and adds Lac Cardin in Lantier

Montreal, November 12, 2008 – GROUPE-ACCES communications (GAC), today announced that having launched the first wireless high-speed Internet service in Wentworth-Nord this past June it has expanded the service in this area to include Lac St-Francois Xavier and Lac-de-la-Chevreuils. Also added is Lac Cardin in Lantier. Wireless broadband speeds of 0.5Mbps to 2Mbps are now available in Montfort, Lac St-Francois Xavier, Lac Chevreuils and Lac Cardin. GAC is expanding its high-speed wireless network that already serves local businesses and residents in over sixty-five (65) areas in the Laurentians. Faster speeds will be available later this year.

"Demand for high speed Internet services in rural areas on the rise and GAC is responding by adding service areas weekly," said Mr. Aaron Remer, Director of GROUPE-ACCES communications. "We are committed to growing our network and answering the needs of rural homeowners and businesses.”

Because of its reach, broadband wireless technology can beam high-speed connections via microwave to places where wires would be difficult or uneconomical to install, such as across lakes or forests. The wireless system enables connectivity to any business or residence without structural barriers. By not having "last mile" access barriers to overcome, GROUPE-ACCES is able to offer Internet service to areas not serviced by traditional providers and is opening the Internet gates to thousands of new users.

In addition to its point-to-multi-point microwave service, GAC has added WiFi access as well as Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) services in some areas. The new WiFi and DSL service offerings extend the growing GROUPE-ACCES network and help empower people to connect effortlessly to their workplace and to those who matter most. GAC will be also be offering its own Internet telephony service (VOIP) to enhance the current bundle of connectivity options.

About GROUPE-ACCES
GROUPE-ACCES communications has been providing Internet connectivity to Laurentian communities since 2002. Headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, GAC offers trusted and reliable wireless broadband service. GAC is expanding its network and service offerings to meet the demand of communities and end user customers that is a requirement in today’s fast paced communications environment.
For more information about GROUPE-ACCES, please visit www.acces.com

Recent additions to the coverage area include:
St-Adolphe-d’Howard, Esterel and Morin Heights amongst others.