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LoRaWAN and IoT Guides
Plain-English guides to LoRaWAN, Helium coverage, antennas and sensors, written by the Mapping Network team in Ontario.
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Farm Water Tank Level Monitoring with LoRaWAN
How LoRaWAN tank level sensors work on a Canadian farm, how to get coverage at the tanks with your own hotspot, and...
Cottage Freeze and Leak Alerts with LoRaWAN
How to set up freeze and leak alerts at a Canadian cottage with LoRaWAN sensors on the Helium network, including your own...
How to Connect a LoRaWAN Sensor to Helium in Canada
A step-by-step guide to connecting a LoRaWAN sensor to the Helium network in Canada, from checking coverage to your first message, with...
Best Helium Antennas for Canada and the US (915 MHz Buying Guide, 2026)
A 2026 buying guide to 915 MHz antennas for Helium hotspots, LoRaWAN gateways and Meshtastic nodes in Canada and the US: an...
LiDAR Mapping in Canada 2026: Applications, Benefits & Best Uses for Canadian Industries
Discover how LiDAR mapping is transforming industries across Canada in 2026. Learn about key applications in forestry, infrastructure, urban planning, and mining,...
Helium Network 2026: What's New for Canadian Deployers
Helium World got a simpler sign-up and dashboard, and Helium Mobile keeps growing. Here's what changed in early 2026 and what it...
Helium Network’s 2025 Growth: $50M Expansion and Helium Plus Launch
The Helium Network is experiencing explosive growth in 2025, with data traffic, subscriber numbers, and partnerships reaching new highs. From the launch...
Helium LoRaWAN: 2025 Updates You Need to Know
The Helium Network’s LoRaWAN (IoT) sub-network is rapidly evolving in 2025. From fee reductions and decentralized packet routing to Proof-of-Coverage improvements and...
Back to HNT: What You Need to Know
With the approval of HIP 138, the Helium Network is simplifying its ecosystem by transitioning all rewards to HNT, unifying the network...
Mapping Network’s Firm Commitment to the Helium Network
At Mapping Network, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of security and performance within the Helium ecosystem. In support of...
Is Helium Network Mining Worth it in 2024?
A look at the Helium Network in 2024: how the IoT and Mobile networks work, why location matters for coverage, and whether...
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