MESHWEST
Western Canada's MeshCore Community
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:[WHAT IS MESHWEST]
MeshWest is a community hub for building Western Canada's decentralized mesh network. Spanning Western Canada and the Canadian Territories, this network is entirely user-supplied, powered by people like you.
Our community runs MeshCore software, enabling secure connections for off-grid use, family communications, emergency response & disaster recovery, backcountry activities, and IoT sensor networks.
:[LoRa Radio]
Long-range, low-power radio technology for reliable mesh networking
:[Secure]
End-to-end encrypted communications without internet dependency
:[Decentralized]
No central servers, no single point of failure
:[OUR MISSION]
Building a resilient, community-owned mesh communications network across Western Canada — from the Pacific coast to the Rockies.
Security
Encryption for all communications
Resilience
Built for Canada's vast terrain and harsh conditions
Community
Neighbour-to-neighbour connectivity, no corporations required
Get Started with MeshWest
Join your community to experience reliable communications without traditional infrastructure
1. Join Discord
Connect with the community for setup help and network updates
2. Get a Device
Acquire a LoRa-compatible device. Shop around or try the following:
3. Configure Settings
Check the frequency banner above or ask on Discord for your regional settings
4. Start Messaging
Begin communicating with others on the mesh network
:[USE CASES]
Emergency Response
Wildfire evacuation, earthquake response, and disaster communications when traditional infrastructure fails
Backcountry
Stay connected while hiking, skiing, and exploring BC and Alberta's vast wilderness
Rural Communities
Bridging connectivity gaps for remote and rural communities across Western Canada
IoT Networks
Connect sensors and devices in remote locations without internet — weather stations, avalanche monitors, wildlife tracking
:[WHO WE ARE]
:(MESHWEST) is a community of radio enthusiasts, makers, and neighbours building resilient communications across Western Canada
:[From coast to summit] our members are deploying solar-powered repeaters on mountaintops, flashing firmware in their garages, and connecting communities from Ucluelet to Iqaluit
:[Built for the land] Canada's vast distances and rugged terrain demand a network that works without towers, without subscriptions, and without permission
One [packet] at a time