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Canada launches CAD $92M quantum tech defence initiative

Tue, 16th Dec 2025
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cybersecurity
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it industry
Canada unveils new quantum tech scheme to bolster defence, keep top firms at home and turn early research gains into strategic clout.
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Vijil raises USD $17 million to boost resilience of enterprise AI

Tue, 2nd Dec 2025
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ai security
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risk & compliance
Vijil secured USD $17 million to enhance enterprise AI resilience, addressing security and governance challenges with a platform using continuous learning.
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Canada announces CAD $11 million in carbon tech funding

Thu, 30th Oct 2025
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ai
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clean technologies
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climate change
Canada commits CAD $11M to boost carbon storage and AI-driven energy innovations in Quebec and Newfoundland, aiming to meet climate goals.
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Ontario invests CAD $50 million to boost manufacturers' tech edge

Fri, 12th Sep 2025
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blockchain
Ontario commits CAD $50 million to support manufacturers adopting advanced technologies like AI, robotics, and 5G, boosting innovation and global competitiveness.
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Ontario backs health technologies with CAD $12M fund boost

Sat, 6th Sep 2025
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healthtech
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ministry of health
Ontario launches Health Innovation Pathway to fast-track local health tech, improving patient care and boosting the province's life sciences sector.
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RISA Labs raises USD $3.5m to automate cancer workflows

Fri, 18th Apr 2025
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digital transformation
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rpa
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digital twins
RISA Labs has raised USD $3.5 million to advance its AI-driven platform, aiming to cut delays in cancer care by automating prior authorisations across 100 centres.
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Canadian Space Agency funds groundbreaking QKD satellite test

Tue, 21st Jan 2025
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encryption
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advanced persistent threat protection
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data privacy
The Canadian Space Agency has invested CAD $1.4 million in QEYnet to advance quantum key distribution technology, enhancing satellite data security.