The federal government recently announced that it is investing nearly $2 million into the Integrated Marketplace to fuel AI-powered innovation. “Using AI to drive and accelerate productivity through robust investments in innovative companies is critical in this moment of crisis,” believes Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation. “With this investment, PacifiCan is […]
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B.C. Invests $1.5M in Innovation Pilots Across 12 Companies
British Columbia is investing $1.5 million in 12 local technology companies through the BC Fast Pilot program, a joint initiative by Innovate BC and the National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP). The funding will support pilot projects in areas such as wildfire management, critical minerals, water treatment, artificial intelligence, clean […]
Innovate BC Names Elizabeth Dutton as Chief Operating Officer
Innovate BC has appointed Elizabeth Dutton as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO), tasking her with spearheading operational growth and fostering a high-performance team to support the province’s innovation ecosystem. Dutton brings over a decade of executive leadership experience, with a strong track record of driving growth in Canada’s technology sector. Prior to joining Innovate […]
Organizations Driving Growth in BC’s Thriving Tech Sector
British Columbia’s tech ecosystem is thriving, thanks to the efforts of two major organizations: BC Tech and Innovate BC. Both play pivotal roles in supporting and accelerating the growth of tech companies across the province. But how do these two organizations compare? Let’s take a closer look. BC Tech’s Member Driven Misson BC Tech has […]
Shift Coastal Brings Advanced Marine Tech to Gitxaala Nation for Three-Phase Project
Gitxaala Environmental Services been awarded nearly half of a million dollars in funding, a recent announcement revealed. The capital is earmarked to support a multi-phase project from Gitxaala, run by the northern coastal Gitxaała Nation, aimed at enhancing environmental monitoring processes in-port and terminal settings to improve operational efficiency and reduce environmental impact. The funding […]
Innovate BC Awards $1.5M to Advance Cutting-Edge R&D Projects
Innovate BC has announced the allocation of $1.5 million through its Ignite program to support five British Columbia-based research and development projects. These initiatives aim to address priority challenges in industries such as healthcare, mining, and environmental sustainability, fostering competitiveness and job creation across the province. The Ignite program accelerates the commercialization of solutions in […]
New Ventures BC Announces Top 10 for 2024 Competition
New Ventures BC has announced the Top 10 companies of this year’s startup competition. The New Ventures BC Competition started in 2000 under the direction of Wal van Lierop, to encourage innovation in BC’s tech sector. This year $250,000 in cash and prizes are at stake, with the winner taking home a $110K prize package. In alphabetical […]
B.C. Farmers Supported in Adopting Tech to Boost Productivity and Tackle Labour Shortages
Thanks to Innovate BC farmers are getting help with adopting new labour-saving technologies that will enhance their profitability, productivity and efficiency, while helping to improve food security in the province. Farmers can apply now for the B.C. On-Farm Technology Adoption Program, with up to $2 million available from the governments of Canada and British Columbia […]
YVR Unveils Self-Driving Robotic Pods to Enhance Accessibility for All Travelers
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is currently testing new self-driving robotic pods designed to assist passengers with varying mobility and guidance needs. Developed in collaboration with Vancouver-based A&K Robotics, this project aims to support the accessibility and inclusivity goals of both YVR and the Province of British Columbia. The Cruz mobility pods utilize an intelligent navigation […]
‘Acceleration Stack’ Prepares to Supercharge Entrepreneurship and Innovation in the Okanagan
It’s going to be a busy fall for entrepreneurs in the Okanagan. Last month, we reported on Accelerate Okanagan performing an overdue analysis of the region’s technology sector. Understanding the tech sector’s contribution to the Okanagan’s economy will help amplify the expertise and growth opportunities, according to AO, which the organization says is critical in […]