British Columbia farmers are turning to automation and robotics to address labour shortages, improve efficiency, and strengthen local food security through a new round of provincial funding. The … READ MORE... about Innovate BC Funds Farm Robotics and Automation
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Research Projects Target Carrots, Cherries with Genomic Innovation
British Columbia produces more than 90% of Canada’s cherries. In 2024, the country exported more than $12 million worth of cherries, but extreme weather events can impact production levels. Genome British Columbia is funding research collaborations aimed … READ MORE... about Research Projects Target Carrots, Cherries with Genomic Innovation
Innovate BC Funds Farm Robotics and Automation
British Columbia farmers are turning to automation and robotics to address labour shortages, improve efficiency, and strengthen local food security through a new round of provincial funding. The B.C. On-Farm Technology Adoption Program supports projects … READ MORE... about Innovate BC Funds Farm Robotics and Automation
Viridis Research Validates Textile Water Recycling with H&M
Vancouver-based Viridis Research has completed a major industrial pilot in Dhaka, Bangladesh with H&M Group and three textile mill partners, validating its electrochemical oxidation technology as a scalable solution for textile wastewater recycling. The … READ MORE... about Viridis Research Validates Textile Water Recycling with H&M
First Hydrogen and Exodus Actuation Partner to Advance EVs with Robotics
A Vancouver-based clean energy company is investing in and collaborating with a neighbour to innovate lower-emissions vehicles through robotics technologies. First Hydrogen, maker of road-legal hydrogen-fuel-cell-powered light commercial vehicles, announced … READ MORE... about First Hydrogen and Exodus Actuation Partner to Advance EVs with Robotics
Moment Energy Adds NREL, Tesla Veterans
Vancouver-based Moment Energy is bolstering its technical bench as it scales globally, appointing veteran battery scientist Dr. Kandler Smith as Technical Fellow and former Tesla engineering leader Dorian West as Strategic Advisor. The hires deepen Moment’s … READ MORE... about Moment Energy Adds NREL, Tesla Veterans
‘Thinker’ Tool Launches to Help Enhance Educational Experiences Online
Thinkific Labs this week unveiled its latest product. The Vancouver-based platform for creating and delivering online learning experiences has launched Thinker. Building on a suite of AI tools released in late 2024, Thinker is described as an … READ MORE... about ‘Thinker’ Tool Launches to Help Enhance Educational Experiences Online
UBC, SFU Garner Federal Support for Defence Innovation Projects
Canada recently invested nearly $50 million into eight BC-based projects designed to accelerate defence innovation and help local businesses integrate into domestic and international defence supply chains. The funding, through Pacific Economic Development … READ MORE... about UBC, SFU Garner Federal Support for Defence Innovation Projects
Province Invests in Quantum Tech to Support Local Research
British Columbia is looking to maintain its position "at the forefront of commercial quantum computing." The Province recently announced a $2 million investment trough the B.C. Knowledge Development Fund into the University of Victoria. “This investment … READ MORE... about Province Invests in Quantum Tech to Support Local Research
Startup Takes on Google Docs with Simple, Sovereign Solution
Taking on a software staple such as Google Docs seems like folly. But for Victoria-based founder Barry Lachapelle, competing with Goliath has become necessary. That's because major technology companies like Google are increasingly tracking everything we … READ MORE... about Startup Takes on Google Docs with Simple, Sovereign Solution
Photonic Adds Executive Chair, Four Directors After $180M Raise
Vancouver quantum computing company Photonic has appointed an executive chair and four new directors following its recent $180 million funding round. Joining founder Stephanie Simmons and CEO Paul Terry on the board are Alex van Someren (Executive Chair), … READ MORE... about Photonic Adds Executive Chair, Four Directors After $180M Raise