IRAP Awards Martello Technologies $2M in Digital Transformation Funding

IRAP Awards Martello Technologies $2M in Digital Transformation Funding

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Ottawa-based communications technology firm Martello Technologies has recently received federal government funding to accelerate the development of their network performance management services. In today’s age of rapid digital transformation, an increasing need for bandwidth-intensive real-time services, such as video streaming, has generated a network performance management challenge; which Martello saw an opportunity to capitalize on….

NSERC Collaborative Research & Development: P2G Project Awarded $360k

NSERC Collaborative Research & Development: P2G Project Awarded $360k

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In 2016, the installed wind power in Canada was ~12,000 MW (6% of the electricity demand), with Ontario and Quebec generating the highest share. Energy created from the wind is shifting and irregular, making energy storage very important to not only maintain order, but also to address the geographical gap between energy supply and demand….

Funding 101 With Mentor Works: November 14, 2018 at YSpace Markham

Funding 101 With Mentor Works: November 14, 2018 at YSpace Markham

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Ontario’s innovation landscape is continuing to grow and transform at a rapid pace. This creates a demand for early-stage, high-growth businesses to have access to incubation space and entrepreneurial expertise that can support the development of competitive products and services in service of both national and international markets. Serving these companies and offering resources for…

Canadian Agricultural Partnership Awards $11.1M+ to Pulse Industry

Canadian Agricultural Partnership Awards $11.1M+ to Pulse Industry

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Canada is the world’s largest supplier of pulses, with the Canadian pulse industry accounting for $3.4B in exports to 126 countries in 2017. Canada’s most commonly grown pulses are lentils, rowing peas, chickpeas, beans, and faba beans. To support pulse farmers and exporting opportunities, the federal government is continuing to invest in the growth of…

Canadian Colleges & Universities Receive $120M+ in Post-Secondary Funding

Canadian Colleges & Universities Receive $120M+ in Post-Secondary Funding

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Canada is devoted to supporting its colleges and universities to develop skilled workers, act as engines of discovery, and collaborate with Canadian companies to increase global competitiveness. Four Canadian colleges and universities have received federal government funding in efforts to renew and update state-of-the-art facilities, labs, and modern learning spaces that are critical for skills…

Canadian Hemp Trade Alliance Awarded $331k in Funding for Agriculture

Canadian Hemp Trade Alliance Awarded $331k in Funding for Agriculture

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The Government of Canada has awarded the Canadian Hemp Trade Alliance (CHTA) with Canadian government grants. The investment will be used to develop grading standards to ensure Canadian hemp products are known globally for their high quality. This will allow the Canadian hemp industry to become more competitive, pursue new market opportunities, and create sustainable…

Greenbelt Fund Awards $21k for Innovative Food Waste Management Plan

Greenbelt Fund Awards $21k for Innovative Food Waste Management Plan

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Casa Bonita Foods Inc. is an Ontario-based food processor making authentic Mexican tortillas and tortilla chips with fresh, local ingredients. Their products are served at restaurants in Toronto and sold at Sobeys grocery stores across Canada. The company has recently received Ontario government funding to purchase new equipment, incorporate more Ontario ingredients, and introduce a…

Ontario Trillium Foundation Awards $75k in Non-Profit Funding

Ontario Trillium Foundation Awards $75k in Non-Profit Funding

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Habitat for Humanity Windsor-Essex is a non-profit, faith-based organization working towards universal access to safe, decent, affordable housing, as well as breaking the cycle of poverty. The organization has recently received Ontario government grants to reinstate a furniture bank which helps those in need furnish their homes. The Ontario Trillium Foundation is providing Habitat for…

NOHFC Funding Supports Northern Ontario Forestry Industry with $1.4M

NOHFC Funding Supports Northern Ontario Forestry Industry with $1.4M

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Two companies within the forest industry have recently received northern Ontario government funding for their business expansion projects. Manitou Forest Products and Henry’s Trucking will move forward with projects to support the local industry and create 10 jobs for the town of Emo, Ontario. A combined total of $1,376,157 in grants for forestry equipment has…

Influencer Marketing Trends for Social Media Success

Influencer Marketing Trends for Social Media Success

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The term “influencer marketing” has likely been mentioned around your strategy meetings. Who in your primary industry has a large and active following to whom they could positively promote your brand to help sell your product or service? No longer a social media fad, influencer marketing is rapidly being integrated into businesses’ digital marketing strategies….