Smart Rutherford Expands with New SMS-Based Access to Local Services

Qwhery Inc. is pleased to announce an enhancement to the Smart Rutherford initiative with the introduction of a new text-messaging (SMS) channel, enabling residents to access local property information and community services directly from their mobile devices.

This new capability provides residents with fast, convenient, and location-aware access to municipal information anytime, anywhere—without the need for an app or web portal.

Location-Aware, Multi-Language Service Access

The SMS channel is designed to be spatially aware, allowing it to understand a resident’s property context and surrounding neighbourhood. This enables more relevant and personalized responses to everyday civic questions.

The service also supports multiple languages, making it more accessible and inclusive for diverse communities.

Residents can now quickly ask questions such as:

• Which school their children are assigned to
• When garbage collection is scheduled for their address
• What community services are available nearby

A Simpler Way to Access Local Information

By bringing essential municipal services directly to text messaging, Smart Rutherford continues to reduce friction in how residents interact with government information.

This enhancement reflects a broader commitment to delivering fast, simple, and accessible digital government services through multiple communication channels.