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Bell says copper theft is up 235 per cent so far this year in New Brunswick

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CTV News2 hrs ago

Bell Canada says copper wire theft has increased 235 per cent year-to-year in New Brunswick, with the province leading a national “surge” recorded in the first half of 2026.

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CBC News🏁 first to report7 hrs ago

Copper wire theft has surged by 78% so far this year, Bell says

Bell says it's seen a surge in copper wire thefts across its telecommunications infrastructure in 2026, which can disrupt phone and internet services.

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