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𝗗𝗜𝗚𝗜𝗧𝗔𝗟 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀. Through collaboration, DIGITAL has helped Canadian companies scale, accelerated the commercialization of homegrown innovation, and kept Canadian IP working in Canada. Our impact speaks for itself: 📌 730+ Canadian IP assets & patents secured in Canada 📌 200+ commercial outputs, driving jobs and revenue for Canadian entrepreneurs 📌 $450M+ in private sector investment unlocked for Canadian digital solutions 📌 $1.4B+ in follow-on investment, including $1B+ in Canadian SMEs From mining and agriculture to healthcare and life sciences: our support of demand-driven digital innovation is strengthening Canada’s key sectors, scaling Canadian companies and supporting Canadian jobs. DIGITAL delivers for Canadians. And we’re just getting started. _____ DIGITAL livre. Grâce à la collaboration, DIGITAL a aidé les entreprises canadiennes à croître, accéléré la commercialisation de l’innovation locale et veillé à ce que la PI canadienne reste au Canada. Notre impact parle de lui-même : 📌 Plus de 730 actifs de PI et brevets canadiens sécurisés au Canada 📌 Plus de 200 résultats commerciaux, créant des emplois et des revenus pour les entrepreneurs canadiens 📌 Plus de 450 M$ en investissements du secteur privé débloqués pour des solutions numériques canadiennes 📌 Plus de 1,4 G$ en investissements de suivi, dont plus de 1 G$ pour les PME canadiennes De l’exploitation minière et l’agriculture aux soins de santé et aux sciences de la vie, notre soutien à l’innovation numérique axée sur la demande renforce les secteurs clés du Canada, fait croître les entreprises canadiennes et soutient les emplois canadiens. DIGITAL livre pour les Canadiens. Et nous ne faisons que commencer.

🏡 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗶𝗮 𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻 𝘂𝗻𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘀. Addressing the entire housing supply chain is crucial, but no single solution can fully solve the challenges of scaling housing production. So, what’s the blueprint for growth? 🎙️ Introducing the 𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 podcast! Hosted by DIGITAL's Housing Growth Innovation Program, and it's Director Amy Vilis, MBA, this series features industry leaders driving technology-based solutions to accelerate housing production in B.C. 🔹 Episode 1 - Building the Future w/ Helen Goodland & Scott Kaplanis: Challenges, public-private partnerships & fostering innovation. 🔹 Episode 2 - Rethinking Housing w/ Dr. Benjamin Coorey & 🚀Stephen Jagger: AI & generative design transforming housing development. 🔹 Episode 3 - Tech-Driven Design w/ Yehia Madkour & Alkarim Devani: Navigating regulations & improving collaboration. 🔹 Episode 4 - The Future of Housing w/ Mike Kennedy & Rabih Zahnan: Digital tech reshaping pre-construction & procurement. 🔹 Episode 5 - Revolutionizing Construction w/ Chris Hill CPA, CMA & Matt Farrell: AI, offsite construction & sustainability in building. 🔹 Episode 6 - Canada Leading the Way w/ Aubrey Tucker & Tony Yang: The evolution of construction & digital transformation. Join us as we explore how innovation is turning ideas into real-world solutions to build the future of housing. 🟢 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4buOVQM 🍎 Apple: https://apple.co/4i7PIcV & wherever else you listen to your podcasts! You can also visit our Housing Growth Innovation Lab for more info on the projects discussed in these episodes: https://bit.ly/48ijbNt

DIGITAL’s AI-in-Healthcare Procurement Roundtable was a resounding success! A huge thank you to our insightful guests who brought their expertise, shared solutions, and engaged in meaningful discussions on this critical topic for Canada. Led by our Vice President of Programs, Nadia Shaikh-Naeem, this roundtable marked the beginning of an important and exciting roundtable series. We’re eager to continue bringing our innovative Members together to learn from one another and strengthen Canada’s competitive edge. Stay tuned as we share key takeaways and highlights from these important conversations in the coming weeks. A special thank you to Providence Health Care (Brian Simmers) for hosting us and to CAN Health Network (Xiao Zheng 郑晓) for their insightful presentation on AI procurement trends, challenges, and future developments. We also appreciate Dr. Beth Payne (BC Research Institute for Children's & Women's Health) and Alexis Kerr (Norton Rose Fulbright) for leading an engaging discussion on ecosystem perspectives and insights. _____ La table ronde de DIGITAL sur l’approvisionnement en IA dans les soins de santé a été un franc succès ! Un immense merci à nos invités inspirants qui ont apporté leur expertise, partagé des solutions et participé à des discussions enrichissantes sur ce sujet crucial pour le Canada. Dirigée par notre vice-présidente des programmes, Nadia Shaikh-Naeem, cette table ronde a marqué le début d’une série importante et passionnante. Nous sommes impatients de continuer à rassembler nos membres innovants pour apprendre les uns des autres et renforcer l’avantage concurrentiel du Canada. Restez à l’affût alors que nous partagerons dans les semaines à venir les principaux points à retenir et les faits saillants de ces discussions essentielles. Un merci tout particulier à Providence Health Care (Brian Simmers) pour son accueil et au Réseau de santé CAN (Xiao Zheng 郑晓) pour leur présentation éclairante sur les tendances, défis et perspectives d’avenir en matière d’approvisionnement en IA. Nous remercions également la Dre Beth Payne (BC Research Institute for Children's & Women's Health) et Alexis Kerr (Norton Rose Fulbright) pour avoir animé une discussion captivante sur les perspectives et les enjeux de l’écosystème.

Join us on March 12th for our next DIGITAL Webinar: "Navigating the Storm: US tariffs on Canada and their impact on Canadian innovation". Register here: https://bit.ly/4bjMFf7. The imposition of US tariffs is going to reshape the landscape for Canadian organizations. The looming trade tensions are going to require organizations to rethink various aspects of their business, including their approach to innovation and intellectual property. In particular, organizations will need to understand implications for their IP in the context of working with companies in the United States, including how to leverage their IP for competitive advantage. In this 60-minute session, the discussion will explore: ·       Implications of the tariffs on innovation ·       Strategies on leveraging IP rights to mitigate tariff effects and maintain competitive advantage ·       Cross-licensing and legal considerations for organizations operating across the US-Canada border Speakers: Jen Mielguj, Director, IP & Partnerships, Digital Jim Hinton and Senior Fellow, Centre for International Governance Innovation Peter Cowan, President & CEO, Innovate BC

Our very own Jesse Coleman will be presenting at Western MedTed this week, sharing his experience in developing testing solutions for low-resource settings. Don’t miss it! Register here: https://lnkd.in/gwDtPjjb

Huge congratulations to Ideon Technologies – this recognition is truly well deserved! The passion the Ideon team has for mining and unlocking critical minerals for the clean energy transition is remarkable, and it's clear in every achievement. We're proud to have you as a Project Leader, constantly pushing the boundaries of mining innovation, and as a long-time Member! To learn more about Ideon’s important work in the mining sector, check out our latest mining project with them: https://lnkd.in/gVbUdbiz

🚀 Calling all Vancouver startups! 🚀 Web Summit Vancouver is on the lookout for innovative startups to exhibit this May as part of their exclusive startup program. This is a great opportunity to showcase your innovation, connect with top industry leaders, and gain incredible exposure! 🔗 Apply here: https://bit.ly/41bYWNZ #WebSummitVancouver

I love seeing the incredible work that our members are doing! :) As a key member of Digital's PressureSmart project (https://lnkd.in/gFUWYwSC) Swift Medical is driving innovation in pressure injury prevention and management. Rob Fraser will soon be presenting their groundbreaking work at the National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel Conference. A huge congratulations to Rob and the entire Swift Medical team! We're proud to collaborate with such dedicated partners in the PressureSmart project, including (in no particular order) Medtronic, Rehabtronics, Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii), Providence Health Care, Providence Health Care Ventures, Excelar, & Thrive Health #PressureInjury #PressureSores #AI #DigitalHealth #Canada #Healthcare #DIGITAL

We’re attending #BUILDEXVancouver, hosted by Buildings Canada! As Western Canada’s largest business-to-business event for the building industry, BUILDEX Vancouver brings together cutting-edge technology, sustainable solutions, and industry leaders. Our Director of DIGITAL’s Housing Growth Innovation Program, Amy Vilis, MBA, will be there to engage in key discussions shaping the future of Canada’s built environment. And moderating the "Examining Digital Innovation in Modular Housing Supply Chain Management & Off-Site Manufacturing in 2025" panel, with panelists Mike Kennedy and Chris Hill CPA, CMA. Find out the latest from the industry with 200+ industry experts and 90+ educational sessions including seminars, panels, keynotes, workshops & live demonstrations. Gain access to over 300 leading manufacturers, distributors and suppliers showcasing their new technologies, innovations, materials and services from every corner of the building industry. Curious about the latest innovations in housing that DIGITAL is working on? Feel free to DM Amy Vilis, MBA, to connect! ➡️ Get your FREE Tradeshow pass here: https://bit.ly/3QooUZO 🎟️ Register for the full event here: https://bit.ly/3X7uaoC

We're one day out! Join us at The Canada-in-Asia Conference! Use our 20% discount code: NETWORK2025 to register! www.canada-in-asia.ca #CIA2025 Conference brings together leading experts, investors, policymakers, and innovators from Canada and Asia to share ideas, insights, and knowledge on key global issues. Our CEO, Sue Paish, will be featured on the Harnessing Data and AI for Clean Technology and Climate Resilience panel. Key topics include: - AI success stories we can learn from - The challenges in leveraging data and AI for climate action - Opportunities for Canada-Asia collaboration to drive climate resilience ______ Participez à la Conférence Canada-Asie! Ne manquez pas cette occasion—utilisez notre code de réduction de 20 % : NETWORK2025 pour vous inscrire! www.canada-in-asia.ca #CIA2025 réunira des experts, investisseurs, décideurs politiques et innovateurs de premier plan du Canada et d’Asie pour partager des idées, des perspectives et des connaissances sur des enjeux mondiaux clés. Notre PDG, Sue Paish, participera au panel Exploiter les données et l’IA pour les technologies propres et la résilience climatique. Sujets clés abordés : - Histoires de réussite en IA dont nous pouvons nous inspirer - Défis liés à l’utilisation des données et de l’IA pour l’action climatique - Opportunités de collaboration entre le Canada et l’Asie pour renforcer la résilience climatique