Policies and programs with respect to AI applications in manufacturing. Policies and programs related to defence procurement Programs and funding opportunities related to supporting Canada's industrial presence at Hannover Messe, the world's largest advanced manufacturing trade show, as well as at other international events. Policy initiatives, programs, and funding opportunities related to the development of international innovation partnerships, commercialization, and investment opportunities in the field of advanced manufacturing Policy initiatives and funding opportunities in support of skills development and reskilling in advanced manufacturing Policies and programs related to the adoption and scale-up of health care and environmental technologies Policies, programs, and funding opportunities related to advanced manufacturing. Opportunities to leverage funding to support strategic Technology Leadership projects in the field of advanced manufacturing, Canada's Electric Vehicle Value Chain, Decarbonization, Circular Manufacturing, Lunar In-Situ Resource Utilization, Advanced Computing, Artificial Intelligence, and Quantum Technologies. Housing policies and funding opportunities with respect to support for accelerated homebuilding Global Innovation Cluster Initiative with respect to recapitalizing the program Environmental policies with respect to greenhouse gas emission reporting.
Engaging with federal officials at Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) and related departments regarding the Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITB) Policy and Program, including potential roles for Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen) in supporting ITB-eligible innovation, supply chain, and workforce development activities involving Canadian manufacturers, technology firms, and SMEs. Defence procurement policy designed to enhance the participation of Canadian?based small and medium?sized enterprises in advanced manufacturing activities supporting government military procurement programs. Adoption, commercialization, and governance around Artificial Intelligence. Renewing funding of the Global Innovation Cluster Initiative delivered by ISED Canada after the program expires.