Up West Technologies

07/21/2026

Up West Technologies is a proud Canadian company - I think most if not all Canadian companies are. And like most Canadian companies, I find it pretty offensive to see tariffs on Canadian goods and services that go against agreements - not to mention any talk of the 51st state or other related nonsense. Because of this, I have made conscious decisions to align with companies of like-minded countries and regions wherever possible. What does this look like in principle? I use the following decision order when evaluating partners and providers:

1️⃣ Canadian company with the data in Canada
2️⃣ European company with the data in Canada
3️⃣ European company with the data in Europe
4️⃣ Alternative country’s company with the data in Canada or Europe

These are not the only data points, but they are important ones. It’s impossible as a service provider to completely ignore the Microsofts, the Googles, the Amazons of the world - I love alternative or open-source as much as the next person, but it doesn’t make sense to recommend moving away from software that everyone already knows. (The irony of posting this on a US company website isn't lost on me lol)

What does this look like in action?

🍁 Canadian/European Security companies
🍁⭐ Data stored and backed up primarily in Canada or alternatively in Europe (the latter with your data protected by some of the world’s top privacy regulation)
⭐ European designed network and wireless equipment - license free and built to last 10+ years with no sacrifice in performance
🛠️ Other products chosen - camera systems, access controls, etc - are evaluated on an individual basis, tailored to the customer needs.

Elbows up!

07/08/2026

Some job sites stand out from the others.

07/02/2026

25+ years in the business, and I still feel like a kid at Christmas when new hardware for a client deployment comes in. This hardware is for an upcoming deployment that will provide full wireless coverage for a client - Internet, WiFi calling, WiFi messaging, etc - for their home, detached garage and a barn across the road. 1 Internet service, 10,000+ sq feet of seamless wireless coverage

Made by a European company, and engineered to run continuously for a decade or two without failure. This hardware is relied upon by enterprise networks and ISPs worldwide, but still comes in at an affordable price point - it can pay for itself quickly if you are shelling out money for a second Internet connection today at that building a few hundred or few kilometers away - and you still maintain high speeds.

I’ve heard stories from people who have had bad luck with wireless in the past. When it’s done with the right hardware, installed by experienced individuals, it just simply works and you stop thinking about it. If your wireless has never quite worked the way it should, send a message or give a call at 902 786-2333 and I’ll be happy to take a look.

06/17/2026

🏢 Most people think it's just cameras. It's not.

When we deploy an integrated physical security and networking platform for a client, cameras are just one piece of a much larger picture.

Here's what a fully deployed system actually looks like:

📷 Cameras — AI-assisted detection that tells the difference between a person, a vehicle, an animal, and a false alarm. Smart recording, smart alerts.

📡 Seamless wireless — Enterprise-grade Wi-Fi that follows you not just room to room but building to building without dropping.

🚪 Door control — Lock, unlock, and manage entry points remotely. Know who came and went, and when.

🌡️ Environmental sensors — Temperature, humidity, water leaks, open doors. Know what's happening in your space, not just who's in it.

🔔 Alerting and alarms - Everything talks to everything. One platform. One app. Alerts that mean something.

This is what a modern, professionally managed system looks like, and it's more accessible than most business and homeowners realize.

Curious what a setup like this would look like for your space? Drop us a message here, at [email protected] or me directly at 902 786-2333

06/11/2026

I've had the pleasure of working on a project with Dwayne and Tidal Shores Electric Inc. this week. Photos to come soon - excellent workmanship!

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06/07/2026

In our last blog post, we talked about a visit to a local farm about the risks facing modern agricultural technology. This is the follow-up we promised.

A dairy farmer in Switzerland lost livestock because a criminal locked his computer. We broke down how it happened and what stops it.

A ransomware attack killed a cow on a Swiss dairy farm. We break down how it happened, what was missing, and how a layered security setup prevents it — affordably.

06/07/2026

Stopped in at Blowing Smoke Barbecue to get my first ribs from there and had the best smelling drive home. Glad to have a great BBQ joint nearby!

06/06/2026

AI means something very different on a farm than it does in a server room. But the risks? Those are starting to look a lot alike.

A PEI farmer, a robotic milking system, and a ransomware risk most people never see coming. Learn why farm technology needs a cybersecurity foundation.

06/04/2026

It's been about 9 months since I've opened Up West Technologies. I still get asked on occasion what we do. The answer isn't always straightforward. My prior "life" was focused on cybersecurity - helping organizations understand risks and protect themselves against attackers, being locked out of their data, resilient against system failures. Now, at the heart of it, it's about applying that “safety-first” principle to helping businesses on the Island and beyond across all their technologies, whether it be ensuring their computers run smoothly, the network is always available and reliable, their data is protected, etc. It doesn't matter if you're a health clinic, insurance firm, a farmer, or a hotel, we apply the same approach - providing right-sized and reliable systems to make sure your technology enables your business.

At the end of the day, good IT should be something you don't have to think about. If you'd like that kind of peace of mind for your business, we are always happy to talk.

06/03/2026

We are opening up a list for new patients! We'd appreciate if you could contact us through phone or email, and not through facebook messenger or in person just yet. Thanks!