| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada | backgrounders
The Accessible Technology Program was launched at the close of 2017, with funds starting to flow in 2018. The following table is a breakdown of the projects announced as of September 4, 2019, including projects by six for-profit organizations, two not-for-profit organizations and seven research institutes.
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada | news releases
Canadians with disabilities deserve the same opportunities to find good jobs, contribute to their communities, and build a better life for themselves and their families. Yet many Canadians with disabilities still face barriers to full participation in the digital economy.
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada | news releases
The Government of Canada is committed to better protecting the rights of pensioners, workers and others during insolvency proceedings. This will ensure all Canadians can have peace of mind when it comes to retirement, while maintaining laws that continue to support growth, innovation and good jobs in Canada.
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada | news releases
Canadians increasingly use cloud computing and data storage networks in their personal and professional lives.
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada | news releases
The Government of Canada is advancing women’s economic empowerment with the first ever Women Entrepreneurship Strategy (WES), a $2-billion investment that seeks to double the number of women-owned businesses by 2025.
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada | news releases
As the single largest purchaser of goods and services, the federal government is using procurement to help Canadian small businesses succeed.
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada | news releases
As the single largest purchaser of goods and services, the federal government is using procurement to help Canadian small businesses succeed.
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada | news releases
Fresh ideas have the power to change the way we view the world and can lead to discoveries that will help solve some of our biggest challenges. When we invest in the innovative and creative work being done by our researchers, we are helping ensure that our health, environment, communities and economy thrive.
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada | media advisories
The Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, will announce an important investment through the Strategic Innovation Fund.
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada | news releases
Canadians understand the importance of building communities. They have always invested in ways to better connect with each other—from the St. Lawrence Seaway to the national railroad system to the Trans-Canada Highway. Those investments now need to reflect the increasingly digital world.
