Category: Technology & Security

  • Automation in Canadian construction.

    Automation in Canadian construction.

    Canada’s construction sector is one of the biggest contributors to the national economy, representing approximately 7.4% of (and contributing $151 billion to) the country’s gross domestic product (GDP). It encompasses many activities, including residential, non-residential, infrastructure, and industrial construction. In recent years, the sector has been characterized by strong demand for infrastructure projects, sustainability, and…

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  • Notes on Canada’s aerospace sector.

    Notes on Canada’s aerospace sector.

    Today seems like a good time to look in on Canada’s aerospace sector – an industry that contributes significantly to the Canadian economy, generates substantial revenue ($29 billion in GDP), and is a hub for innovation and research and development (R&D). In its 2023 State of Canada’s Aerospace Industry report, the Aerospace Industries Association of Canada…

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  • Changing demographics in Canada.

    Changing demographics in Canada.

    People in Canada (and around the world) are getting older – and many are expected to live longer. Canada’s aging population is growing rapidly, driven primarily by demographics (such as the ‘baby boomer’ generation, born between 1946 and 1965), increased life expectancy (driven by medical advancements and better living conditions), and declining birth rates. Older…

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  • A look at AI in Canada.

    A look at AI in Canada.

    Canada has developed a robust artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem that supports innovation and growth and has positioned the country as a global leader in this market. According to the 2023 Deloitte Canada report on Canada’s AI ecosystem (produced on behalf of the Canadian Institute for Advanced Research (CIFAR), the Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii), Quebec…

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  • Channel partners in Canada.

    Channel partners in Canada.

    Gartner defines a channel partner as “a company – such as a reseller, service provider, vendor, retailer or agent – that partners with another organization to market or sell their services, products or technologies.” Canada’s channel partner system supports its strong tech infrastructure via collaborations and relationships between technology vendors, distributors, resellers, and other intermediaries…

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  • A bit about AI in Canada.

    A bit about AI in Canada.

    Canada is home to top universities that are producing talented graduates in the fields of technology and artificial intelligence (AI).  The country maintains a strong AI ecosystem – consisting of high potential start-ups, academics, research centres, and superclusters – that has continued government support and funding. The Canadian government launched its national AI strategy in…

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