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Investments and access to capital are key to growing and supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with high-growth potential. This is especially true for entrepreneurs who have traditionally been under-represented in the venture capital (VC) space, including women and members of Indigenous, Black and 2SLGBTQI+ communities. When we support our small businesses, we’re supporting a strong economy that will help create good middle-class jobs for Canadians.
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Ensuring that telecommunications networks are secure, resilient and innovation-focused is a global priority. That’s why the Government of Canada is working with international partners to ensure Canadians have access to secure and reliable telecom services.
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The Government of Canada is firmly committed to supporting the adoption of cutting-edge technologies and approaches to accelerate drug discovery and develop new drugs and effective treatments for Canadians.
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Every day, Canada’s world-class educators are empowering young people to shape our future. They provide the students in their care with the skills, tools and experiences they need to become thriving adults in Canada’s innovation economy.
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In recent weeks, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, met with the leaders of Canada’s five largest grocery chains as well as domestic and international food processors, and he called on the industry to take immediate action to stabilize food prices.
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Today, the Honourable 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.
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Code sets voluntary commitments that industry can sign to demonstrate responsible development and management of generative artificial intelligence systems
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Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, highlighted that the Computers for Schools Plus (CFS+) program is celebrating 30 years of investments in digital inclusion. The program provides refurbished computer equipment to recipients in communities across Canada and helps young Canadians gain meaningful work experience to develop the skills needed to participate in the digital economy.
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Effective and up-to-date competition law and enforcement are necessary to promote a competitive marketplace that favours prosperity and affordability for Canadians. To ensure that Canada’s competition law remains fit for the modern economy and can continue to promote dynamic and fair markets for Canadians, the Government of Canada has undertaken a comprehensive review.
