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System Architecture, Network Expertise and Integration

System Architecture, Network Expertise and Integration

Company or administration - Soleica helps you find the IT solution that best suits your needs.

  • IT Consulting: design and integration of IT solutions that fit your requirements;
  • Choice and configuration of the operating system (Microsoft Windows, Linux, Mac OS);
  • Layout of server solutions, both for hardware servers and virtual servers (Windows 2008 Hyper-V, several servers running simultaneously on one hardware);
  • Network security and configuration of hardware and software;
  • Design of security solutions (Endian Firewall, Microsoft ISA) and in- and outbound filtering of Internet traffic;
  • Design of email solutions under Microsoft Windows Exchange or Free BSD;
  • Consulting services are available remotely or on location;
  • Soleica is specialised in design and integration of Microsoft collaborative solutions.

Soleica is Endian Partner for Network Security Solutions

Since November 2010 Soleica is official partner for Endian network security solutions.

Endian UTM Mini is the ideal Unified Threat Management solution for remote offices and small businesses. Advanced security features such as stateful inspection, anti-virus, anti-spam, web filtering, VoIP support and hotspot management are combined into a compact and powerful network appliance to offer comprehensive network protection. Endian designed the Mini to be easy to deploy and manage, providing an intuitive Web-based user interface to access all the integrated features. The result is an all-in-one network security solution that defends your business against emerging threats and maximizes your network connectivity, at an affordable price.

Stay Connected Off the Grid: How eSIM Opens Canada's North to Travellers

Why Connectivity Matters in First Nations & Inuit Lands

The Inuit hamlet of Pond Inlet, the cedar-scented lakes of Anishinaabe territory, the endless gravel of the Dempster Highway -- Canada's North is a promise of unfiltered wilderness. Yet the very remoteness that makes these places magical also turns a simple "I'm safe" text into a logistical puzzle. Until recently you had two imperfect options: juggle multiple plastic SIM cards or rely on spotty roaming. Enter eSIM, a virtual SIM embedded in your phone that lets you download mobile plans on the fly -- no paper clip, no tiny tray, no stress.

What Exactly Is an eSIM?

Think of an eSIM as a digital passport for your phone. Instead of swapping physical cards, you scan a QR code or tap an app, and the profile is written directly onto a micro-chip already soldered inside most modern devices (iPhone XR/XS and newer, Google Pixel 3+, Samsung Galaxy S20+, etc.). You can store several profiles at once -- handy when your itinerary hops from Montreal to Iqaluit to Reykjavik.

eSIM vs Traditional SIM Card

Feature Traditional SIM eSIM
Installation Physical swapping, risk of loss Instant download, no tools
Number of profiles One per slot Typically 5-8 stored profiles
Switching plans Power down & swap Two-tap toggle in Settings
Eco impact Plastic & packaging waste Fully digital
Ideal for Long stays on one network Multi-country or remote travel

Real-World Adventures Powered by eSIM

  • Mid-paddle weather checks: On Great Slave Lake, a sudden wind picks up. With an eSIM plan covering northern LTE bands, you refresh the marine forecast without docking.
  • Cultural deep dives: Arriving in Kuujjuaq for an Inuit throat-singing festival? Download the local carrier profile while your bush plane taxis and have maps & language apps online before your bag hits the carousel.
  • Field-work redundancy: Researchers tagging belugas can keep their corporate SIM active for emergency sat-handoff while a secondary eSIM streams telemetry to shore.

How to Choose the Right eSIM Plan for the North

  1. Check Band Support -- Northern carriers often lean on LTE Band 4 and Band 28; verify your handset.
  2. Look for Unlimited or High-Cap Data -- Remote photo uploads chew through gigabytes quickly.
  3. Prioritise Hotspot Rights -- Many devices serve as Wi-Fi lifelines for satellite messengers or laptops.
  4. Verify Emergency-Call Compliance -- Ensure the plan supports 911 routing in the province you'll visit.
  5. Buy Before You Fly -- Some tundra airstrips lack Wi-Fi; load the profile at home, then activate on arrival.