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Research and Innovation

Technology and a greener future - Tanja Tiziana

The GTA is home to many of Ontario's world-leading researchers, entrepreneurs and innovation-based companies that are "inventing the future." These include companies that are finding new ways to treat disease or generate power in cleaner ways. Technology companies are developing ways for businesses to operate more efficiently and to communicate and share information better. With the Province of Ontario spending over $3 billion over eight years on their innovation agenda, growth in this broad industry is certain.

Research and Innovation Features

Inclusive mobile technology will increase job opportunities for those with disabilities

Andrew Seale Wednesday, May 15, 2013

At Komodo OpenLab, it's not just the innovations but the innovators that make the company unique. In partnership with Toronto colleges, software developer Eric Wan helped create a revolutionary product that is allowing people with disabilities--including himself--to control mobile devices through wheelchairs.

How immigrant entrepreneurs are driving Toronto's tech startup renaissance

Igor Bonifacic Wednesday, May 01, 2013

Canada realizes a key to being competitive in the startup world is to attract talented immigrants. Mejuri is one Toronto startup that represents a growing number of new Canadians that are launching companies and impacting the city and beyond.

Shopcaster helps independent boutiques gain traction online

Sheena Lyonnais Wednesday, March 27, 2013

Major retailers today are more innovative than they've been since the advent of the shopping mall, but where do independent boutiques fit in? Forget expensive ecommerce sites: Toronto's Shopcaster is helping boutiques expand their business and reach new markets with a simple, attractive platform.

7 entertainment startups get the accelerator treatment

Sheena Lyonnais Wednesday, March 27, 2013

ideaBOOST is not your traditional accelerator program. The first cohort of digital entertainment companies recently presented pitches to a packed house at the Steam Whistle Brewery. They covered everything from interactive programs to educational ramen noodle dance parties.

Toronto tech company keeps watchful eye on hospital surveillance

Andrew Seale Wednesday, March 20, 2013

Inspired by SARS, Infonaut looks to revolutionize the way hospitals control hygiene by implementing cutting-edge surveillance technology designed to mitigate disease outbreaks.

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