Quebec stories
Mila secures CAD $36m to boost Quebec's AI research
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Mila wins CAD $36m Quebec funding to scale AI research, talent training and responsible innovation across Montreal's tech ecosystem.
Canada funds compact radiation monitor for deep space
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Canada backs new compact neutron monitor with CAD $5.5 million to protect astronauts on deep-space missions to the Moon and Mars.
Canadian VC dips in 2025, sees slight fourth quarter surge
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CVCA: Canadian venture capital slid in 2025 even as private equity soared to CAD $57.5 billion, fuelled by a handful of mega-deals.
Videotron taps Samsung to modernise Canadian 5G core
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Videotron is expanding its deal with Samsung to deploy a cloud-native 4G and 5G core, backing its national growth and Fizz brand rollout.
TELUS unveils subsea cable to boost Quebec North Shore
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TELUS lights up a 125km subsea fibre cable under the St Lawrence, boosting North Shore resilience with a CAD $20m backup link.
Canada maps public priorities for new national AI plan
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Canada distils record public input into priorities for a 2026 AI strategy, balancing innovation, security, sovereignty and public trust.
Devolutions backs ControlR with Remote Desktop tie-up
Fri, 30th Jan 2026
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Devolutions signs two-year ControlR sponsorship and plans native Remote Desktop Manager integration to deepen remote assistance tools.
BDC backs defence-sector, dual-use chip & rocket ventures
Wed, 28th Jan 2026
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BDC launches its Defence Platform with CAD $6.2 million for Canada Rocket Company and a pre-seed bet on AI chip startup Irréversible.
Canada's AI push hinges on data centres & clean power
Sat, 24th Jan 2026
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Canada must treat data centres as core infrastructure in 2026 to turn AI strategy into secure, low‑carbon growth for communities.
Québec Tech launches local technology adoption drive
Sat, 24th Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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productivity
Québec Tech and partners launch a province-wide drive urging firms to adopt homegrown technologies to lift productivity and resilience.
Coalition adds global deepfake cover to cyber policies
Wed, 17th Dec 2025
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ransomware
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digital transformation
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email security
Coalition launches deepfake response cover in key cyber markets, offering forensic, legal and PR support for AI-fuelled impersonation risks.
Telus health program to support mobile clinic in Montreal
Thu, 11th Dec 2025
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A second mobile health clinic is hitting Montreal's streets to double vital care and support for the city's growing homeless population.
Canadian firms embrace AI & efficiency to counter tariff pressures
Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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Canadian firms are embracing AI and operational efficiency to offset tariff pressures, boosting optimism for growth and hiring in 2026 despite economic uncertainty.
Chris Hadfield on fusion, AI, human ingenuity for the future
Sat, 29th Nov 2025
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The Canadian retired astronaut and former ISS commander shared his experiences and how to apply them to sustainable tech at Info-Tech LIVE in Montreal.
Canada announces CAD $11 million in carbon tech funding
Thu, 30th Oct 2025
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clean technologies
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Canada commits CAD $11M to boost carbon storage and AI-driven energy innovations in Quebec and Newfoundland, aiming to meet climate goals.
Mark Lane launches FX platform for entrepreneurs in Canada
Sat, 25th Oct 2025
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Mark Lane has launched Canada's first FX platform letting entrepreneurial currency professionals run their own client portfolios with flexible hours and higher commissions.
Deep Sky to build 500,000 tonne carbon removal hub in MB
Sat, 11th Oct 2025
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clean technologies
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climate change
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renewable energy
Deep Sky will invest in building the largest carbon removal hubs in Southwestern Manitoba, aiming to remove 500,000 tonnes of CO2 annually.
Canada awards CAD $13.2M to boost emerging space tech
Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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Canada awards funding to 17 firms and research groups to advance space tech in AI, propulsion, and lunar mobility, boosting security and economy.
Mila, 5C & Hypertec invest CAD $250m in Montréal AI hub
Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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The three organisations will create a new Sovereign AI Research Hub in Montréal, boosting sustainable AI innovation and compute power.
Canada invests CAD $40M to expand transformer facility
Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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clean technologies
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renewable energy
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Canada invests CAD $40 million to expand Hitachi Energy's Varennes transformer plant, creating 500 jobs and boosting clean energy infrastructure.