With the rise of the Canadian dollar and global value chains, coupled with the increasing ability of emerging economies to rise up the innovation ladder, the key to global competitiveness for Canadian companies going forward will be to innovate.
Within this ever changing environment, the Trade Commissioner Service can connect you to a network of qualified international contacts, to assist with the commercialization of Canadian innovations abroad, assist for sourcing innovative technologies and partnerships, and financial support through various funding mechanisms in order to increase the Canadian innovation capacity.
Implementation of this joint innovation statement will help both countries leverage research cooperation and knowledge sharing, and accelerate the commercialization of emerging technologies.
ISTPCanada and Brazilian partners have announced a Call for Proposals (CFP) for industry-led collaborative R&D projects between Canada and Brazil. ISTPCanada delivers DFAIT's International Science and Technology Partnerships Program.
Coordinated by DFAIT and over 30 partners, the Canada Pavilion showcased how Canada is finding solutions to complex global challenges.