Mitacs Canada has recently announced it will support a research partnership between Algae Dynamics Corp and the University of Western Ontario. As result of this research collaboration, cannabis and algae oils will be used to develop innovative pharmaceuticals and health products. Marijuana plant-based therapies are becoming increasingly more popular in treating various conditions such as,…
To build market traction for new geospatial technologies, Alberta-based innovators benefit immensely from attending trade shows and industry events. These events provide business leaders with opportunities to learn about emerging technological trends and meet with potential customers, ultimately helping bring more innovative technologies to market. However, many technology developers miss out on events due to…
Lakeside Plastics Ltd. is a Tier 1 and Tier 2 supplier of plastic injection-molded automotive products. Based in Windsor, Ontario, the company is a top supplier to General Motors and other top automotive assemblers in the region, both in Canada and the United States. Recently, Lakeside Plastics was announced as recipients of the Strategic Innovation…
The Province of Ontario is a global leader in reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. As such, it strives to create and implement clean, leading-edge technologies. To encourage the development and commercialization of these technologies, the $45 million TargetGHG funding program was created and has since awarded funding for innovative projects. Recently, the TargetGHG Industrial Demonstration Program…
This article is the 3rd of a 3-part series on automotive trends: Part 1: Intelligent Mobility Part 2: Manufacturing Materials and Processes Part 3: Vehicle Propulsion Systems Since automobiles were introduced, propulsion systems have relied on spark-ignited internal combustion engines (ICEs). These types of gasoline and diesel-based engines have been improved over time, however are…
The Sky Guys is an Oakville, Ontario-based developer of aerial technology and provider of UAV-enabled services. Founded in March 2015, the company was conceptualized to drive innovation in the rapidly expanding commercial drone market. Their technologies are used across a vast range of industries, including oil and gas, construction, agriculture, and mining. Recently, the company…
The Build in Canada Innovation Program (BCIP) is a competitive first purchase program offered by the federal government. Through BCIP, which has recently been expanded, Canadian innovators may receive government contracts to partner with a government department who tests and deploys the technology. Through the program, innovators can generate revenues to further develop the technology…
Canada is home to some of the world’s most innovative startups and small businesses. These organizations are leaders in the development of new products and services, but many find it difficult to grow and perform cutting-edge research and product development. Fortunately, Canadian government procurement programs are available to help accelerate the process and bring more…
Please Note: GreenFIT is not accepting applications at this time. Please explore the federal Innovative Solutions Canada (ISC) program for more procurement opportunities. Ontario is a leading sub-national jurisdiction fighting against greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. One of the ways the province excels in promoting climate change is by purchasing clean, green technologies for its Ontario Public…
The Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI) recently announced its support for six technology adoption projects through its OCI REACH program. REACH stands for “Resources for Evaluating, Adopting and Capitalizing on Innovative Healthcare Technology”. OCE has awarded a total of $4.3 million in Ontario government grants to support these innovation procurement projects. Each project is expected…