Government of Canada announces projects to protect and empower Canadian consumers
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada | news releases
Canadian consumers require strong consumer advocacy groups to represent their interests.
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada | news releases
Canadian consumers require strong consumer advocacy groups to represent their interests.
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada | news releases
The federal government is committed to a carbon-neutral future and has set the ambitious target of achieving a net-zero economy by 2050 while creating good-paying jobs. As part of that commitment, we are supporting the transition to clean technology innovations that will help Canadian businesses reduce carbon emissions and lessen their impact on the environment.
| Competition Bureau Canada | speeches
In July 2020, the Bureau launched a market study of the health care sector in Canada, focusing on how to support digital health services through policies that promote competition. These policies can drive innovation, increase choice and expand access to digital health services across the country.
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada | news releases
Canada’s science and research sector pushes the boundaries of innovation thanks to cutting-edge facilities, laboratories and equipment. Working alongside universities, research institutions and businesses, the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) provides essential funding for modern, high-quality research facilities and infrastructure. By equipping Canadian researchers with the tools they need, the CFI fosters solutions to today’s global challenges, drives innovation and advances knowledge that enhances the well-being of Canadians.
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada | media advisories
The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, will join Amber Mac, President of AmberMac Media, for a conversation at Elevate Festival. Minister Champagne will discuss how the government plans to advance its leadership, focusing on AI’s potential to transform industries, fuel economic growth and strengthen Canada’s position in the global tech landscape. Elevate brings together world-class innovators, industry leaders and the tech ecosystem to shine a global spotlight on Canada’s tech and innovation ecosystem.
| Department of Finance Canada | news releases
Canadian workers, the auto sector, the steel and aluminum industries, and related critical manufacturing supply chains are threatened by unfair competition from Chinese producers, who benefit from China’s intentional, state-directed policy of overcapacity and oversupply, as well as its lack of rigorous labour and environmental standards. That is why the federal government is taking further action to protect Canada’s workers and investments from China’s unfair trade policies.
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada | news releases
Discussion topics included competition, artificial intelligence, digital partnership and research opportunities
| Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions | news releases
The two organizations receive a total of $3,997,500 in financial assistance from CED.
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada | news releases
New agency will provide sustained focus on growing innovation and industrial capacity in the life sciences and biomanufacturing sector to support Canada’s health emergency readiness
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada | media advisories
The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, will meet with Margrethe Vestager, the European Commission’s Executive Vice-President for A Europe Fit for the Digital Age and Commissioner for Competition, in Montréal to discuss matters of mutual interest and address bilateral and global issues.