Atlantic Canada stories
Canada moves to set up first domestic space launch capability
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jobs
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insurance
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ict sector
Canada moves to set up first domestic space launch rules, aiming to cut reliance on foreign providers and build a sovereign orbital market.
Canada's HVDC network stops short of coast-to-coast
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power / energy
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clean technologies
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renewable energy
A national energy corridor may boost power sharing, but experts say fragmented provincial rules still block a coast-to-coast HVDC grid.
Ottawa backs Atlantic Canada AI with CAD $8.5M fund
Last month
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edutech
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robots
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agricultural technology
Ottawa is investing CAD $8.5M in 40 Atlantic Canada projects to speed AI adoption, boost exports and drive regional productivity gains.
Why Canada is betting on oceans to close its innovation gap
Fri, 16th Jan 2026
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clean technologies
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ai models
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incubator
Canada's Ocean Supercluster announces over CAD $40M in new projects to scale ocean tech, boost AI and drive growth across three coasts.
Canada announces CAD $11 million in carbon tech funding
Thu, 30th Oct 2025
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ai
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clean technologies
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climate change
Canada commits CAD $11M to boost carbon storage and AI-driven energy innovations in Quebec and Newfoundland, aiming to meet climate goals.
Halifax's fintech legacy inspires new inclusive community group
Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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fintech
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ai
Finclusiv Edge, a new non-profit in Halifax, draws on the city's legacy as the birthplace of major banks to foster inclusive fintech conversations and collaboration.