The Town of Nanton is very satisfied with the returns they're starting to see after engaging Internet Provider Axia a little over a year and a half ago.

Mayor Rick Everett says they had high hopes in terms of residential and business growth thanks to having high speed Internet.

"That was one of the things we hoped for. Is that it would help us with the development in terms of business and in terms of housing, and I think we're starting to see that 'spin off' effect."

A recent study presented to Vulcan Town Council, but also shared with Nanton, showed an increase in residential and commercial attraction, as well as increased home prices and the retention of Town residents and younger residents.