
Episode #1
Season Two: Introduction
Technology and Connectivity in Rural & Northern Manitoba Episode Summary In this episode, hosts Joel and Wayne are joined by Kelly and Marie from Tech Manitoba to discuss the evolving […]


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Hosted by Internet Society Manitoba Chapter · technology · EN-US
The ConnectedMB Project is a pioneering initiative aimed at bridging the digital divide in rural Manitoba. Spearheaded by the Rural Development Institute at Brandon University in collaboration with the Internet Society Manitoba Chapter and esteemed experts, this project seeks to enhance broadband connectivity and digital literacy across underserved communities. Through a multifaceted approach that includes a compelling podcast series, ConnectedMB explores innovative community connectivity solutions beyond traditional market models, emphasizing the unique challenges and opportunities in rural and Indigenous areas. This project is not just about improving internet access; it's about fostering digital inclusion and empowering communities with the tools and knowledge necessary for success in a rapidly evolving digital world.
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Signup to Generate a PitchThe ConnectedMB Project is a pioneering initiative aimed at bridging the digital divide in rural Manitoba. Spearheaded by the Rural Development Institute at Brandon University in collaboration with the Internet Society Manitoba Chapter and esteemed experts, this project seeks to enhance broadband connectivity and digital literacy across underserved communities.
ConnectedMB is hosted by Internet Society Manitoba Chapter. The show has published 18 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Season Two: Introduction" (8 April 2026, 63 minutes), "Season One: Reflections" (7 January 2026, 96 minutes), and "CAP – The Road We Travelled" (8 October 2025, 54 minutes).
ConnectedMB publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 55 minutes across 18 episodes.
Booking probability for ConnectedMB is 27%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. ConnectedMB requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. ConnectedMB's contact route on record: verified email.
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Internet Society Manitoba Chapter hosts ConnectedMB, a technology podcast with 18 episodes published.
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Episode #1
Technology and Connectivity in Rural & Northern Manitoba Episode Summary In this episode, hosts Joel and Wayne are joined by Kelly and Marie from Tech Manitoba to discuss the evolving […]

Episode #16
🎙️ ConnectedMB — Reflections on Season One Description: In this special wrap-up episode of ConnectedMB, the hosts reflect on Season One and the stories, lessons, and tensions that emerged from […]

Episode #15
This booklet, “The Road We Travelled,” serves as a compilation of forty best-practice success stories focusing primarily on the adoption and impact of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) within...

SummaryHosts Dr. Wayne Kelly and Joel Templeman talk with leaders from Park West, Yellowhead, Hamiota, and Prairie View about how a rural broadband co-op delivered faster, cheaper internet—and set a […]

From CRACIN to Now: Revisiting Canada’s Digital Divide Through Community Eyes In this episode of ConnectedMB, we revisit the Community Research Alliance for Community Innovation and Networking (CRACIN)—a landmark...

Episode #12
How do we close Canada’s digital divide? In this episode, Joel Templeman and Dr. Wayne Kelly talk with Natalie Campbell (Internet Society), Maureen James (CIRA), and Jeff Buell (CIRA) about […]

Episode #11
ConnectedMB – Episode: The Hamiota Fibre Story Episode SummaryIn this episode, the ConnectedMB team sits down with community leaders from Hamiota and the Park West School Division to explore how […]

Episode #10
In this episode of ConnectedMB, host Joel Templeman explores how the Yellowhead region built its own broadband cooperative. What began as a school division’s effort to connect rural schools grew […]

Episode #9
Episode Summary In this episode of ConnectedMB, we sit down with leaders from Prairie Spirit School Division to explore their decades-long journey toward reliable connectivity in rural Manitoba. From the […]

Episode #8
Connected MB Podcast – Episode Title: “Building the Backbone: Education & Infrastructure in Manitoba” 🎧 Episode Summary:In this episode of Connected MB, hosts Joel Templeman and Dr. Wayne Kelly explore...

Episode #7
Connected MB Podcast – Episode Title: “Fiber for the Future: Saint François Xavier’s Bold Broadband Build” 🎧 Episode Summary:In this powerful episode of Connected MB, the team speaks with Reeve […]

Episode #6
In this episode of ConnectedMB, host Joel Templeman and co-host Dr. Wayne Kelly explore the evolving landscape of digital connectivity in Manitoba’s Indigenous and remote communities. Featured guests include Nikki...

Episode #5
This episode features a conversation with representatives from a rural municipality in Manitoba that undertook the challenge of improving broadband connectivity for its residents. The discussion highlights the process...

Episode #4
Retrieved from: https://web.archive.org/web/19961222183407/http://www.freenet.mb.ca CBC Archive Clip (1990s Freenet Interview)CBC Digital Archives – “Information Highway” (1990s) 🏛️ National Capital Freenet (NCF) 🔗...


Episode #2
Following up on The What, this second episode of Connected Manitoba delves into The Why—explaining why this podcast exists, why rural connectivity is essential, and why communities are stepping up where […]

Episode #1
In the inaugural episode of Connected Manitoba, hosts Joel Templeman and Dr. Wayne Kelly introduce listeners to the mission behind the podcast and the research project it supports. The show […]

ConnectedMB
Join Joel Templeman, Executive Director of the Internet Society Manitoba Chapter, as he explores all things related to equitable Internet connectivity. In Season One, we partner with Dr. Wayne Kelly […]
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