Update on federal innovation policies and initiatives

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Ottawa – The Government of Canada is providing an update on federal support for Canada’s innovation ecosystem, with a focus on improving existing programs that support Canadian businesses. The government will launch consultations in January 2024 on a cost-neutral modernization of the Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) tax incentive program. SR&ED is a cornerstone of federal funding for innovation …

Elevate Festival 2023-Canada’s largest tech & innovation fest held

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Toronto – Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, and Economic Development, delivered remarks at the 2023 Elevate Festival, Canada’s largest technology and innovation festival. Minister Ng highlighted the steps the Government of Canada is taking to even the economic and entrepreneurship playing fields for all Canadians, focusing on federal support for women entrepreneurs and Canada’s inclusive approach to …