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Storm Internet Upgrades City of Brockville Wireless Solution

DragonWave Partner Provides Reliable HighSpeed Wireless Infrastructure

Ottawa, ON. March 28, 2003 - Storm Internet has upgraded its high speed wireless network in Brockville, Ontario using state-of-the-art wireless technology from DragonWave Inc. Storm and DragonWave expand their relationship by upgrading infrastructure in the Storm-Brockville node providing reliable, highspeed internet services to satisfy increased demand.

"Storm is once again demonstrating its commitment to grow its coverage network across Eastern Ontario", said Dan Wilton, VP Marketing for Storm Internet. "Early in the year we launched our Internet Freedom™ campaign, re-stating our commitment in working with our partners and stakeholders in providing infrastructure to rural 'last mile' communities."

"DragonWave is pleased that our relationship with Storm continues to grow as they build out urban and rural infrastructure across Eastern Ontario", said Jim Arseneault, President and CEO of DragonWave. "Storm has shown they are a leader in the development of highspeed wireless networks to areas that have been traditionally underserved by broadband and DragonWave is proud to be their partner in helping to solve the high-bandwidth rural connectivity issues."

Storm Internet continually invests in its network infrastructure to connect both rural and urban clients throughout Eastern Ontario. Recently, Storm has upgraded and expanded points on its network by working closely with partners, improving the services to more than the 35,000 square kilometers of broadband coverage areas.

About Storm:
Storm Internet (Storm), a wholly owned subsidiary of International Datacasting Corporation, provides a wide range of Internet access services to residential and business users. An industry leader in fixed-wireless connectivity, Storm currently maintains one of the largest broadband wireless networks in North America, covering approximately 35,000 square kilometers, spanning more than 50 communities and municipalities. Storm is known for providing consistent and highly reliable connectivity as well as their dedication and care taken to maintain excellent customer service. Visit Storm on the web at www.storm.ca.

International Datacasting Corp.:
IDC (TSX:IDC) provides advanced products, systems and services for the implementation of broadband wireless infrastructure networks used to distribute multimedia data. IDC is at the forefront of delivering IP-based wireless data-casting solutions, via both satellite and terrestrial "last-mile" technologies. IDC's products are in demand for high-speed Internet infrastructure, enterprise networks, distance learning, and multimedia content distribution. IDC operates under a rigorous ISO9002 quality management system and is the recipient of the prestigious Canada Export Award for Innovation and Technology Achievement. IDC is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada. IDC also has an established international network of partners and distributors and installations in more than 35 countries worldwide. Visit IDC on the web at www.intldata.ca.

About DragonWave:
DragonWave designs, markets and supports broadband, wireless networking products for service providers and enterprises requiring reliable, predictable, interference-free, high-bandwidth transmission of real-time, IP applications. DragonWave's intelligent millimetre wave radios provide the building blocks to rapidly introduce broadband access where fiber-optic or copper-line connectivity is either unavailable or impractical. DragonWave is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada's high-technology capital. The company's Web site is www.dragonwaveinc.com.

This press release contains forward-looking statements that may involve risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially. Factors that might cause a difference include, but are not limited to, competitive developments, risks associated with IDC's growth, the development of the market, regulatory risks, intellectual property infringement and other factors. IDC assumes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof. More detailed information about potential factors that could affect IDC's financial and business results is included in the public documents IDC files from time to time with Canadian securities regulatory authorities.

Contact Info:
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Dan Wilton
Vice President, Marketing, Storm Internet
350 Sparks Street, Suite 203, Ottawa, ON Canada K1R 7S8
Tel: (613) 567-6585 x247 . Fax: (613) 567-3227
http://www.storm.ca