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Canadian EV Manufacturing Ecosystem Attracts Honda
ExpiredHonda is set to construct an extensive electric vehicle (EV) value chain in Canada, estimated to be worth CAD 15 billion. This initiative aims to fortify Honda's EV supply system and capabilities, anticipating a surge in EV demand in North America in the future.
Government of Canada Invests $160M in Saskatchewan Connectivity
ExpiredGudie Hutchings, the Honourable Minister of Rural Economic Development and the Minister overseeing the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, disclosed federal funding of up to $160 million.
Government Grants CAD 2 Billion Loan to Canada’s Largest Space Program
ExpiredTelesat has received formal communication from the Minister of Innovation, Science, and Industry of Canada, detailing the Government of Canada's decision to invest CAD 2.14 billion in Telesat Lightspeed.
British Columbia Receives Over $11 Million for Quantum Advancements
ExpiredBritish Columbia emerges as a pioneer in the global quantum landscape, primed for further advancement. In this regard, Minister Harjit Sajjan, responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada (PacifiCan), unveiled over $11 million in PacifiCan funding allocated to three BC-based organizations spearheading quantum computing innovation.
Canadian Employees Approach AI with Cautious Optimism
ExpiredAmidst the ongoing integration of artificial intelligence (AI) across various industries, Canadian workers are navigating a juncture marked by both optimism and uncertainty. While 57% embrace AI as a beacon of progress, a significant 61% harbor concerns over its potential dark side.
ITU's Digital Push: USD 4.8 Billion Boost for US, Canada and South Africa
ExpiredITU, the UN Agency for Digital Technologies, announced USD 4.8 billion dollars in investment commitments toward global connectivity. The new commitments announced cover the US, Canada, and South Africa.
Fierce Telecom Competition Results in Lower Prices, Report Confirms
ExpiredAs parliament members delve into the affordability of telecom services, recent data underscored a consistent decline in cell phone and internet costs, contributing to a reduction in national inflation rates for February 2024.
Kyndryl Opens New Security Operations Centre in Canada
ExpiredKyndryl has inaugurated a Security Operations Centre (SOC) in Barrie, Ontario, aimed at delivering comprehensive assistance and safeguarding throughout the entire cycle of cyber threats, leveraging artificial intelligence, machine learning, and integrated automation systems.
Popular Video App Faces Comprehensive National Security Review in Canada
ExpiredMinister of Innovation, Science and Industry of Canada, François-Philippe Champagne, has announced that Canada is currently undertaking a comprehensive national security assessment concerning the proposed expansion of the widely-used video app, TikTok, owned by a Chinese entity.