Saskatchewan invests CAD $2.2M into early-stage Prairies tech
Innovation Saskatchewan has committed nearly CAD $2.2 million to nine industry-led research and development projects through two provincial funding programs focused on early-stage technology.
The agency said it is investing CAD $2.197 million through the Saskatchewan Advantage Innovation Fund and the Agtech Growth Fund.
"Saskatchewan innovators are solving big challenges with bold ideas and transforming key industries," said Warren Kaeding, Minister Responsible for Innovation Saskatchewan. "SAIF and AGF provide the early support needed to ensure made-in-Saskatchewan technologies reach new markets, driving growth and prosperity for years to come."
2025 SAIF and AGF Funding Recipients:
Kinemek: AI-enabled mine inspection system integrating radar, light detection and photo sensors to improve safety received $450,000.
NRGene Canada: AI-driven genomics to develop higher-yield Black Soldier Fly strains for sustainable livestock and aquaculture feed received $450,000.
Teal: Industrial superchargers for electric mining equipment to reduce emissions and ventilation demands received $450,000.
Amb.AI: A multi-sensory monitoring platform for underground mines to reduce disruptions and improve safety received $200,000.
RUNNR: Enhanced delivery management platform with automated compliance, vendor marketplace and emissions tracking to support greener supply chains received $150,000.
X-Steam-inator Agriculture Products: Modular, steam-based weed control system offering a chemical-free alternative to chemical herbicides received $150,000.
AgScouter: Affordable agronomic data platform to support field management, crop rotation, and fertiliser optimisation received $132,000.
B-Nature: Industrial composter that rapidly converts agricultural waste into high-quality compost, reducing environmental impacts and costs received $125,000,.
NutraMate: AI-powered pharmacy tool to streamline prescription fulfilment and inventory management received $90,000.
Program record
Innovation Saskatchewan said the Saskatchewan Advantage Innovation Fund has committed more than CAD $17.3 million since 2018 across 66 projects. The agency said those investments generated CAD $55.3 million in private investment and CAD $8.9 million in federal investment.
The agency added that the Agtech Growth Fund has invested more than CAD $5.3 million since its launch six years ago. It reported CAD $22.4 million in private investment and CAD $3.2 million in federal investment.
Innovation Saskatchewan held the announcement at the Innovation Saskatchewan Research and Technology Park in Regina. The event also featured Greenwave Innovations, which previously received support from the Saskatchewan Advantage Innovation Fund.
Greenwave Innovations said it launched Greensense, an artificial intelligence-powered energy and asset management platform. The company said it has grown since that launch. It said the platform targets reducing energy waste and lowering operating costs for organisations.
"Through the support provided by the SAIF program, Greenwave has been able to significantly enhance and accelerate the development of Greensense. Heading into 2026, we are very well positioned to execute on our geographical expansion plans as we deploy our industry-leading energy management technology within buildings across Canada and beyond," said Dean Clark, President and CEO at Greenwave Innovations.