Ottawa – The Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, François-Philippe Champagne, and the European Union (EU) Commissioner for Internal Market, Thierry Breton, met today to begin work on implementing the Canada-EU Digital Partnership, which was concluded at the Canada–European Union Summit 2023 held in Canada in November. They issued this joint statement following their virtual meeting: “The Digital Partnership will …
Dual MoUs cement Canada–UK science and innovation ties
Canada and UK strengthen collaboration in science, innovation and artificial intelligence Ottawa – Canada is committed to pursuing international science and research collaborations with key like-minded partners. As part of her official visit to Canada this week, Michelle Donelan, the United Kingdom’s (UK) Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, and François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, …
Federal corps should begin filing beneficial ownership information
Ottawa – The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring increased corporate transparency by requiring federal corporations to file their beneficial ownership information with Corporations Canada. François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced that effective today, corporations governed by the Canada Business Corporations Act (CBCA) are required to file beneficial ownership information with Corporations Canada and that some of …
Investing in developing portable test for domoic acid
Ottawa – The Government of Canada is investing in small and medium-sized businesses working on innovative tools, products and services that help keep Canada’s food, plants and animals safe. Mark Holland, Minister of Health, announced a $300,000 investment in two Canadian small businesses. As part of an Innovative Solutions Canada (ISC) challenge sponsored by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), the …
Canada acquiring Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems
Ottawa – Through Canada’s defence policy, Strong, Secure, Engaged, the Government of Canada is acquiring modern military equipment to keep Canadians safe and protected, and to support the security of our international allies and partners. Marie-France Lalonde, Parliamentary Secretary for the Minister of National Defence, and Kody Blois, Member of Parliament for Kings—Hants, announced a major investment in the Royal …
Matthew Boswell reappointed as Commissioner of Competition
Reappointment to ensure continued efforts to reinforce competition in the Canadian economy Ottawa – François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced the reappointment of Matthew Boswell as Commissioner of Competition for a two-year term, effective February 27, 2024. Matthew Boswell has been leading the Competition Bureau in its efforts to reinforce competition in Canada’s economy since 2019. In 2022, …
Govt appoints new President of National Research Council of Canada
Mitch Davies to return at the helm of the NRC as it supports Canadian research and innovation Ottawa – Supporting research and innovation and connecting Canada’s researchers and entrepreneurs are essential in order to continue tackling some of the world’s most pressing challenges, such as climate change and pandemic preparedness. The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) plays a pivotal role in …
Canada invests in biomanufacturing capacity in Calgary
Calgary – The Government of Canada continues to make significant investments in Canada’s biomanufacturing and life sciences sector by prioritizing innovative solutions and long-term domestic biomanufacturing capacity. François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced a contribution of $15 million to support Northern RNA’s $50 million project through the Strategic Innovation Fund. The proposed three-year project aims to expand Northern …
Stabilizing food prices for Canadian consumers
Ottawa – François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, met with provincial and territorial counterparts to discuss the next steps in the Government of Canada’s efforts to stabilize food prices across the country. As part of the meeting, the Competition Bureau shared the results of its market study ꟷ Canada Needs More Grocery …
More orgs sign on to Canada’s voluntary AI code of conduct
Code sets voluntary commitments for organizations to demonstrate responsible development and management of advanced generative artificial intelligence systems Ottawa – Recent advances in artificial intelligence (AI) technology are benefiting society in many ways, including in improving supply chain management, enhancing health care and precision medicine, and helping tackle environmental sustainability challenges. These advances, however, have also reaffirmed the urgency of …