Search Results for: Innovation
Nature-based Solutions: Some of the Answers to Climate Change Come Naturally
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There is a broadly based consensus in Canada that includes governments, Indigenous peoples, environmental groups, industry and other stakeholders that nature-based solutions will play a crucial role as Canada works to meet its climate change objectives. The Energy Future Forum (EFF) believes the agreement presents a rare and unique opportunity – one that Canada must seize as part of its climate change suite of policies.
Date: Wednesday November 11, 2020
Power Plays
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...Net-Zero – Why is energy so important our net-zero transition? https://atlanticeconomiccouncil.ca/page/NetZeroWhyIsEnergyImportantMay2023. ↑ Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters. (July 24, 2019). Unlocking Atlantic Canada’s Growth Potential. https://cme-mec.ca/blog/cme-releases-new-study-on-innovation-in-atlantic-canadas-manufacturing-sector/. ↑ New Brunswick Innovation Foundation....
Date: Monday February 26, 2024
Mind the Gaps
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...of Atlantic manufacturers reported introducing any kind of new innovation — the lowest rate in Canada. By comparison, 87 percent of Quebec manufacturers reported making new innovations and 88 percent...
Date: Tuesday March 19, 2024
From the barn to the bench
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...of these initiatives forward, hopefully long after I retire. That’s the kind of legacy that I hope to enjoy.” To learn more about the Governor General’s Innovation Awards, visit innovation.gg.ca....
Date: Wednesday May 24, 2017
Growth Summit II: Five Takeaways
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...the past 25 years. The message was clear: if Canadian companies don’t get serious about investing in innovation, research and development and engaging in so-called innovation superclusters, significant economic growth...
Date: Sunday April 23, 2017
TOP TAKEAWAYS | The day in 5 minutes
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...brought his enthusiasm and encouragement for Canadian innovation to the summit. Promote a culture of innovation Canada needs to foster a culture of innovation that celebrates — even boasts —...
Date: Thursday October 13, 2016
First Nations Finance Authority (Ernie Daniels, CEO): By fixing finance rules, First Nations can invest in themselves
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The First Nations Finance Authority is being honored as a Governor General Innovation Award recipient on May 23 for their ground-breaking innovative funding regime that reduces borrowing cuts and provides interest rate security for First Nations communities across the country.
Date: Wednesday May 23, 2018
Solving for Shortages in Nova Scotia: Employer Experiences and the Labour Market Across Atlantic Provinces
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Employers across Atlantic Canada are facing skills shortages and are turning to newcomers to fill job vacancies. Yet retention in the region remains a problem, and many immigrants who relocate elsewhere in Canada report employment as a leading cause for their decision to move away. A consultation with local business leaders, business council representatives, educators and immigrant workers provided insights into challenges and policy opportunities.
Date: Thursday November 26, 2020
Bridging the Digital Skills Gap: Alternative Pathways
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Digital skills and digital careers are part of every industry’s future. Yet employers say they can't find workers with the information and communication technology (ICT) skills they need. In this report, Shortt, Robson and Sabat explain how Canada doesn't really have system for figuring out where digital technology jobs end and regular jobs begin – and explore how a shared definitions of digital skills and careers will be the gateway for policymakers and employers to fill any gaps.
Date: Thursday January 23, 2020
Solving for shortages in New Brunswick: Employer Experiences and the Labour Market Across Atlantic Provinces
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Employers across Atlantic Canada are facing skills shortages and are turning to newcomers to fill job vacancies. Yet retention in the region remains a problem, and many immigrants who relocate elsewhere in Canada report employment as a leading cause for their decision to move away. A consultation with local business leaders, business council representatives, educators and immigrant workers provided insights into challenges and policy opportunities.
Date: Tuesday November 24, 2020
PANEL 2—Canada’s emerging innovators face funding, talent and culture gaps
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...Ottawa Opening remarks: Michael Denham, President & CEO, BDC Panelists: Breanne Everett, CEO, Orpyx. Governor General’s Innovation Award recipient Raymond Laflamme, Executive Director, Institute for Quantum Computing Marty Reed, President...
Date: Wednesday October 19, 2016
The Next One
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Another health security threat will certainly come, and it will defy expectations yet again. Here's how Canada can defend itself against the next emergency.
Date: Monday September 25, 2023
Open Atlantic
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...hinder the free movement of labour, exacerbating worker shortages and preventing companies from expanding and achieving economies of scale. They discourage investment, stifle competition and, as a result, innovation. All...
Date: Wednesday January 10, 2024
Governing AI: Navigating Risks, Rewards and Uncertainty
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To encourage innovation in artificial intelligence while minimizing risks, Canada should adopt an incremental risk management approach to AI governance, supported by two new advisory institutions.
Date: Friday January 11, 2019
Paul Santerre: A formula for turning ideas into products
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...an on-campus incubator called the Health Innovation Hub that teaches health science and biomedical engineering grads and early-career scientists the fundamentals of starting innovation companies. With the help of mentors,...
Date: Tuesday May 23, 2017