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Mitacs unveils CAD $170,000 global postdoc fellowships to lure top researchers to Canada and speed commercialisation of advanced tech.

Canada unveils new quantum tech scheme to bolster defence, keep top firms at home and turn early research gains into strategic clout.

Canada's Artificial Intelligence and Data Act, part of Bill C-27, died in 2025, leaving the country without dedicated AI regulation despite billions invested.

Soldiers in Tech expands in Ontario, offering fully funded tech training and support to veterans and families, boosting careers in cybersecurity, web development, and AI.

A growing movement aims to diversify the tech world by empowering 2SLGBTQ+ creators to shape the future of AI development and innovation.

Canada launches AI Strategy Task Force and national consultation to update its AI strategy, aiming to boost innovation, trust and economic growth nationwide.

ThothX will partner with MDA Space to enhance space situation awareness, boosting Canada's orbital security amid growing space congestion and threats.

Canadian Food Innovation Network awards funding to five startups pioneering foodtech in automation, packaging, waste reduction and digital manufacturing.

Federal Economic Development invests CAD $2.4 million in Black Creek Community Health Centre to back Black entrepreneurs across Toronto.

Canada grants CAD $33m to George Gordon First Nation's solar project in Saskatchewan, pioneering industrial clean energy supply via a 30-year pact.

FedNor awards CAD $1.05 million to NORCAT, boosting AI adoption and innovation in over 35 Northern Ontario SMEs to enhance productivity and growth.

Canadian firms Deep Sky and Skyrenu achieve North America's first underground carbon storage via direct air capture at Innisfail, Alberta facility.

Indigenous-led data centres offer more than jobs. They support language preservation, data sovereignty, and sustainable community growth.

The Canadian government leverages secure cloud infrastructure like Snowflake to boost AI in public services, enhancing security and efficiency nationwide.

The Canadian Government partners with Artificial Intelligence firm Cohere to enhance public services using home-grown AI.

Canada pledges $1 million to support the UK AI Security Institute's Alignment Project, promoting safe and responsible AI development globally.

Federal and provincial governments pledge 77m to extend high-speed internet to 6,900 rural and Indigenous homes across British Columbia.

Canadian researchers, led by McGill's Professor Fung, secure CAD $5.6m to develop advanced tools for analysing vast unstructured data sets over four years.

As AI reshapes industries, having a clear AI policy is crucial for businesses to manage risks effectively, say experts.

Canada and Northwest Territories partner to use AI and digital tech for exploring northern mineral resources, boosting sustainable investment and Indigenous collaboration.