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Mar 14, 2024

Area X.O logo and Invest Ottawa logo.

NATO Collaboration Will Fuel New Global Opportunity and Impact in Canada’s Capital, a Global Tech Hub  

Ottawa, Ontario – March 14, 2024: Area X.O, the R&D complex operated by Invest Ottawa that accelerates the safe development, testing and adoption of next-gen smart mobility, autonomy and connectivity technologies, is honoured to announce its selection as one of 13 NATO Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic (DIANA) test centres in Canada. This will enable Area X.O, its clients and partners: 

  • Help NATO-endorsed innovators and firms test, validate and commercialize promising next-gen technologies, and safely get to market faster;
  • Address global defence challenges and markets by leveraging Area X.O’s unique capabilities and expertise as a certified Public Research Institution under Canada’s Industrial Technology Benefits (ITB) Policy; and
  • Contribute to the long-term protection of one billion citizens in 32 NATO nations.  

NATO DIANA is a global network that will help facilitate cooperation between military operators and the Alliance’s best and brightest start-ups, scientific researchers, and technology companies to help the Alliance maintain its technological edge. Today, NATO leaders in Brussels announced the expansion of this network in Canada, selecting three additional Ottawa-based test centres alongside Area X.O. These include three labs of the National Research Council Canada (NRC), including the Canadian Photonics Fabrication Centre; the Ocean, Coastal and River Engineering facility; and the Digital Technologies Research Centre.  

With four selected facilities, Ottawa is home to the largest cluster of NATO DIANA test centres in the country. This further positions Canada’s capital as a global technology hub with unparalleled innovation capabilities, expertise and companies in defence, public safety, and security. 

NATO DIANA focuses on deep tech and dual-use technologies with both civilian and military uses. Through competitive challenges, selected innovators can receive grant funding, acceleration advice, and access to the associated network of accelerators and test centres such as Area X.O and NRC. As DIANA is operationalized over the coming year, these test centres will create opportunities to: 

  • Attract new global R&D, business, talent and investment to Canada’s Capital; 
  • Facilitate collaboration on emerging technologies with local, national and global innovators and firms to help solve NATO’s defence and security challenges; and 
  • Accelerate homegrown technology commercialization and adoption. 

It will also further strengthen Ottawa’s defence, public safety and security ecosystem. Canada’s Capital is home to headquarters for government departments such as the Department of National Defence (DND) and the Canadian Association of Defence and Security Industries (CADSI); 300+ companies including CAE, Lockheed Martin, General Dynamics, Thales, Raytheon, and a vibrant ecosystem of startups, scaleups and SMEs; 65 government labs, Kanata North, Canada’s largest technology park, and world-leading post-secondary institutions. This ecosystem is poised to benefit from the collaboration, innovation, and global exposure afforded by this prestigious NATO DIANA designation. 

“Canada is a hub for defence innovation – and Canadian innovators have a great deal to offer our NATO Allies. Today, I congratulate all the Canadian accelerators and test centres for being selected to join NATO’s defence innovation network. The integration of our domestic experts with NATO’s network will strengthen our capacity to develop cutting-edge solutions to the security challenges faced by Canada and our NATO allies.”  

  • The Honourable Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence 

“It is an honour for Area X.O to be selected as a NATO DIANA Test Centre. Since 2020, Area X.O has served 1,000+ innovators and companies, including many in defence, public safety and security. Leveraging decades of expertise and capability as a global tech hub, we look forward to facilitating international collaboration and local economic impact through DIANA. This includes the development of new IP, the commercialization of new technologies, and the attraction of new R&D, talent, business and investment to our region.” 

  • Sonya Shorey, Interim President and CEO, Invest Ottawa 

“The selection of Area X.O and three NRC labs as NATO DIANA test centres is a testament to Ottawa’s leadership in defence and security innovation. This global recognition will help drive new business to local companies, accelerate the development and adoption of cutting-edge Ottawa technologies, and create future jobs that fuel our long-term economic growth.”  

  • Mark Sutcliffe, Mayor of Ottawa and Co-Chair of Invest Ottawa 

“Ottawa is more than the nation’s capital. Anchored by the top tech talent concentration in North America, it is a global epicentre for technological and defence innovation. The selection of Area X.O and three NRC labs as DIANA test centres reinforces our commitment to fostering innovation collaboration among tech entrepreneurs, researchers, and defence experts in Canada’s Capital.”  

  • Adam Miron, Co-Chair of Invest Ottawa 

“This is a milestone achievement for Ottawa and Canada. Together with the clients it serves, Area X.O will help deliver the mission of NATO DIANA and address some of the world’s most pressing defence and security challenges. This strengthens Ottawa’s contribution to defence markets and underscores the vital role of our city in shaping the future of global security and technology.” 

  • France Hébert, Vice President and General Manager, Defence & Security Canada, CAE; Vice-Chair of Invest Ottawa 

“The National Research Council of Canada is part of a vibrant innovation community in our nation’s capital.  We are pleased to see a strong presence of NATO test centres in Ottawa where research and innovation are coming together to deliver solutions for defence and security challenges.” 

  • Mitch Davies, President, National Research Council of Canada 

“The designation of Area X.O as a NATO DIANA test centre is a game-changer for defence startups like AirShare. We leverage the unique expertise and capabilities of Area X.O for R&D, testing, validation and demonstration. As a newly minted NATO DIANA Test Centre, we will have facilitated access to this global network, including prospective customers, talent and collaborators. It will also help us to identify new global markets and revenue streams that propel our growth.” 

  • Shanaz Sigouin, Co-founder and Chief Administration Officer at AirShare, Inc. 

Backgrounder 

About Ottawa – A Global Tech Hub 

In the heart of Canada lies a powerhouse of innovation—Ottawa, Canada’s Capital. Here, tech talent is in our DNA. We have North America’s highest tech talent concentration at 13.3%. Our innovation playground? It’s vast and diverse, with 94,000 tech founders and titans, and 1,800+ companies creating solutions that impact our lives. Our strengths span software, AI, machine learning, smart mobility, cyber, 5G, digital health and more. Global giants like Nokia, Ericsson, CAE, Lockheed Martin, and Thales share our streets with two of Canada’s top unicorns and publicly traded tech companies Kinaxis and Shopify; fellow homegrown heroes like Ross Video, Fullscript and Mitel; and startups and scaleups like Assent, Solink, and MindBridge.  

Home to world-class post-secondary institutions and 168,000 students, including 28,000+ STEM pioneers, we are Canada’s most educated city. With Kanata North Tech Park, the largest in the country; 65 government labs; 130 embassies; and our unrivalled quality of life, we aren’t simply Canada’s Capital. We are a global tech capital. And our true magic lies in our diverse, collaborative community. 

Join us in Ottawa. We’re not just imagining our future—we’re building it.  www.whyottawa.ca www.workinottawa.ca   

About Area X.O 

Area X.O is the R&D complex in Canada’s Capital that enables and accelerates the safe and secure development, testing, and adoption of next-generation smart mobility, autonomy, and connectivity technologies. Area X.O helps startups, SMEs, multinationals, and governments address grand challenges and opportunities, and get to market faster. Combining diverse expertise with Ottawa’s telecom and cybersecurity strengths as a global tech hub and operating one of the most advanced communications infrastructures in the world, it is the only all-weather R&D complex of its kind in North America with a private and public Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) test facility on city streets that fuels the creation, commercialization, and adoption of breakthrough smart mobility innovations. These applications benefit our community, economy, and environment, and span: telecom, smart agriculture, defence, security, and public safety; unmanned aerial vehicles, and smart cities. Established and managed by Invest Ottawa, Area X.O leverages critical support from world-class founding partners, including: the Government of Canada (through FedDev Ontario), the Government of Ontario (through the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network managed by the Ontario Centre of Innovation), the City of Ottawa, Accenture, BlackBerry QNX, Ericsson, Microsoft, Nokia, and Ottawa’s post-secondary institutions. www.AreaXO.com    

About Invest Ottawa 

Invest Ottawa is the lead economic development agency for knowledge-based industries in Canada’s Capital, facilitating economic growth and job creation in Ottawa. Guided by a vision to help realize Ottawa’s full potential as a globally recognized, innovative, inclusive, and future-ready city, Invest Ottawa delivers venture development, global expansion, and talent programs and services that catalyze the growth and success of entrepreneurs and firms. These include small business training, mentorship, acceleration for technology firms, foreign business and investment attraction, local business retention and expansion in targeted sectors, commercialization, and marketing Ottawa’s diversified economy and high quality of life.  Invest Ottawa is also the manager of Bayview Yards, Ottawa’s innovation hub and one-stop business acceleration shop; and founder and operator of Area X.O, the R&D complex for next-gen smart mobility, autonomy and connectivity technologies. Since 2013, Invest Ottawa has supported almost 14,000; contributed to the creation of more than 14,700 jobs; helped domestic companies raise $1.86 billion in capital; and attracted $1.47 billion in domestic and foreign direct investment to Ottawa. www.investottawa.ca    

For more information, contact:  

Sonya Shorey 

Interim President and CEO, Invest Ottawa 

613.851.9416 

[email protected]   

Dec 12, 2023

At Invest Ottawa, we are committed to a continuous journey of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I).

Recognizing that the richness of diverse perspectives is integral to innovation and growth, we actively seek out opportunities to evaluate, learn, and practice ways to be better allies. And this mission extends beyond mere acknowledgment; it requires deliberate and consistent action to support our underrepresented communities.

As a leading economic development agency, our mandate is not only to foster business growth. We also set out to cultivate an environment where all individuals, regardless of gender identity or expression, feel valued and empowered.

By embedding DE&I principles at the very core of our activities, we aim to drive meaningful change, both within our team and the broader community we serve. Our dedication to this critical goal is unwavering, as we believe it is crucial and fundamental to creating a thriving, inclusive, and innovative economic landscape.

Following November’s Transgender Awareness Week and Transgender Day of Remembrance, we wanted to share our learnings on these days of awareness and what it means to be a trans-inclusive workplace, along with language and terms used within the transgender community, and 2SLGBTQIA+-friendly businesses you can support.

 

History of Transgender Awareness Week and Transgender Day of Remembrance

Transgender Awareness Week and Transgender Day of Remembrance both serve as reminders of the struggles and resilience within the transgender community.

Initiated in 1999 by transgender advocate Gwendolyn Ann Smith, the Transgender Day of Remembrance commemorates the life of Rita Hester, a transgender woman who was tragically murdered in 1998. This day, observed annually on November 20th, extends into a week of awareness, aiming to highlight the continued violence and discrimination faced by transgender and gender-non-conforming individuals.

Historically, this community has been disproportionately affected by violence, with countless unreported or misreported cases further obscuring the true extent of this crisis. This week in November not only honours the memory of those lost, but also fosters a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by the transgender community, emphasizing the urgent need for change.

 

Inclusion in the Workplace

Inclusion of transgender and gender-non-conforming individuals in the workplace is not just a moral imperative, it’s also key to fostering a diverse and innovative work environment. Recognizing and supporting gender diversity promotes a more inclusive, respectful, and productive workplace.

“Diversity is a fact, but inclusion is a choice we make every day. As leaders, we have to put out the message that we embrace and not just tolerate diversity.”

–Nellie Borrero (Managing Director, Senior Strategic Advisor – Global Inclusion & Diversity at Accenture)

In today’s rapidly evolving society, the importance of continuous learning and adaptation in the workplace, especially regarding diversity and inclusivity, cannot be overstated. As we strive to create more inclusive environments, it’s crucial that organizations keep pace with the evolving understanding of gender identities and expressions.

Embracing this journey of learning not only fosters a culture of respect and empathy but also ensures that every individual feels safe, valued, and empowered.

Here are some strategies for fostering transgender inclusion in the workplace:

  • Implement Comprehensive Non-Discrimination Policies: Establish clear policies that explicitly include gender identity and expression, ensuring a safe and respectful workplace for all employees.
  • Provide Gender-Neutral Restrooms: Offer gender-neutral restroom facilities and allow individuals to use restrooms that align with their gender identity, enhancing comfort and safety.
  • Offer Training and Educational Resources: Conduct regular training sessions and provide educational materials to all employees, aimed at building awareness, understanding, and empathy towards transgender and gender-non-conforming colleagues.
  • Support Gender Transition: Demonstrate support for employees undergoing gender transition by offering inclusive healthcare benefits and flexible leave policies. This reflects a deep commitment to employee well-being and respect for their personal journeys.
  • Foster an Inclusive Culture: Actively promote a culture where differences are celebrated and all voices are heard, creating an environment where everyone feels encouraged to contribute their best.

 

Understanding Transgender Identity

As we navigate the evolving landscape of gender identity, it’s essential to understand the language and terms used within the transgender community.

This glossary offers definitions of key terms, providing a foundation for respectful and informed discussions. Our goal is to foster a deeper understanding and support inclusive dialogue in our community and beyond.

Trans or Transgender: Individuals who are transgender have a gender identity that differs from the gender they were assigned at birth. The term “trans” is commonly used as a shorthand for transgender. This identity is a personal understanding of one’s own gender, which may be male, female, a blend of both, or neither, and is independent of sexual orientation.

Non-Binary: Non-binary refers to a spectrum of gender identities that do not exclusively align with traditional male or female categories. This term encompasses those who may experience their gender identity as lying outside the binary concepts of male and female, or as a fluid interchange among multiple genders, not necessarily tied to the gender assigned at birth.

Gender Non-Conforming: Gender non-conforming individuals do not adhere to societal expectations or norms regarding how they should express their gender, based on the gender assigned to them at birth. This term is inclusive of various ways people express their gender that diverges from traditional gender norms, which can include dress, personal pronouns, behavior, and more.

Genderqueer: This term is used by some individuals who regard their gender identity as outside of, not aligned with, or beyond the binary framework of male and female. Genderqueer people may see themselves as a mixture of genders, as a distinct third gender, or as having a fluid or fluctuating gender identity.

Gender Fluid: Gender fluidity refers to a dynamic mix of male and female. A gender fluid person might feel more like male some days and more female on other days, or perhaps feel that neither term describes them accurately.

Cisgender: A term used to describe individuals whose gender identity aligns with the gender they were assigned at birth. For example, someone who is assigned female at birth and identifies as a woman is cisgender.


Supporting 2SLGBTQIA+ friendly businesses in Ottawa

Ottawa, a city celebrated for its vibrant and inclusive culture, is home to a wonderful array of 2SLGBTQIA+ friendly businesses. From leisurely bike tours to cozy bookshops and elegant dining experiences, here’s a spotlight on some of Ottawa’s finest 2SLGBTQIA+-friendly businesses:

Escape Bicycle Tours: This proudly 2SLGBTQ+-owned and operated tour company offers bike and e-bike tours of the city’s landmarks, history and culture.

Black Squirrel Books: The store regularly hosts events that celebrate queer culture, including readings, workshops and performances.

Milk Shop Ottawa: Celebrating the 2SLGBTQ+ community no matter what month it is, you’ll find local items created by queer artists year-round.

Parlour: This queer-friendly restaurant in the Westboro neighbourhood offers an incredible dining experience.

Vanitea Room: This elegant spot is not only known for its delectable high tea service and menu, but they also host weekly drag dinner shows and a monthly drag brunch show you won’t want to miss out on!

Little Jo Berry’s: A unique and community-focused vegan café, known for its delicious vegan treats and its commitment to creating a safe, inclusive space.

Resource: Ottawa Tourism


Resources

For businesses and entrepreneurs seeking to create a more inclusive workplace for transgender and gender-nonconforming individuals, a variety of Canadian and international resources are available. Here are some valuable resources to consider:

  1. The Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI) offers a guide for creating a transgender-inclusive workplace.
  2. Egale Canada is Canada’s leading organization for 2SLGBTQI people and issues, focusing on research, education, and advocacy for human rights and equality.
  3. The Canadian Centre for Gender and Sexual Diversity (CCGSD) promotes diversity in gender identity, expression, and romantic/sexual orientation through education, health, and advocacy services.
  4. The Canadian Professional Association for Transgender Health (CPATH) supports the health and well-being of trans and gender-diverse people through a network of healthcare providers.
  5. Peninsula Group Limited provides best practices for transgender inclusion in the workplace.
  6. Pride at Work Canada collaborates with employers to create more inclusive workplaces for LGBTQ2+ individuals, offering various services including workshops and networking events.
  7. The Centre for Social Innovation offers guidance on creating trans-inclusive workplaces, including strategies for both basic accommodations and fully inclusive practices.

Our commitment at Invest Ottawa to fostering an inclusive environment goes beyond policy—it’s about nurturing a culture of empathy, respect, and celebration of diversity in all its forms.

By embracing the richness of varied experiences and identities, we not only enhance our professional spaces —we also enrich our personal lives and the community at large.

Today, and every day, we stand in solidarity with the transgender community, committed to learning, growing, and making Ottawa a beacon of inclusivity and innovation. Let’s continue this important work together, ensuring that every individual feels seen, heard, and valued.

Nov 6, 2023

Sonya Shorey Announced as Interim President and CEO of Invest Ottawa

November 6, 2023; Ottawa, ONInvest Ottawa, lead economic development agency for knowledge-based industries in Canada’s Capital, today announced that President and CEO Michael Tremblay will step down on November 30, 2023, to join Calian Group Ltd. (TSX: CGY), as President of IT and Cyber Solutions.  Sonya Shorey, Invest Ottawa’s VP of Strategy, Marketing and Communications will serve as Interim President and CEO as the Board initiates a search for a successor.

Since joining in 2017, Michael has significantly increased the impact of the organization on entrepreneurs, companies and Ottawa’s economy, and further established Canada’s Capital as a global tech and business hub. During his tenure, Michael led the establishment and delivery of Invest Ottawa’s five-year strategic plan. Key achievements include the creation of Area X.O, the $51M R&D complex for next-gen smart mobility, autonomy and connectivity technologies and the ScaleUp Platform which aims to help build more anchor tech companies that generate $100M and grow sustainably in Canada.

“It has been a profound honour to serve at the helm of Invest Ottawa, Bayview Yards, and Area X.O, and help drive job creation and a path to sustained prosperity in Canada’s Capital. As President and CEO, and a board member, I have witnessed the remarkable dedication of our team delivering impactful programs and services in every corner of our community, supporting its many diverse founders and firms,” said Michael Tremblay. “I am very grateful to our Board of Directors, our steadfast government funding partners, dedicated industry sponsors, our many economic development collaborators, and all coaches, mentors, and volunteers. I look forward to watching this great city continue to flourish in the years to come.”

“I want to sincerely congratulate and thank Michael Tremblay for his leadership and commitment over the past seven years at Invest Ottawa. Mike has steered the organization through a time of challenge and opportunity, has elevated Ottawa in the global marketplace, and has positioned us for great success in the future. I want to wish Mike all the best in his new role at Calian, where he will still be a member of Team Ottawa. And I’m very excited to see Sonya Shorey take over as Interim President and CEO of Invest Ottawa. Sonya has been a tremendous leader not just at Invest Ottawa but in our community. Her vision and expertise will be critical in this next period. Thank you Sonya, for taking on this role,” said Mayor Sutcliffe, co-Chair of the Board.

“On behalf of the Invest Ottawa Board of Directors, I would like to extend deep thanks to Michael for his leadership, and many contributions to our economy and community over the last seven years. We are delighted that he will join Calian, a global company headquartered in Ottawa for more than 40 years. We also look forward to collaborating with Sonya and the entire Invest Ottawa team as we chart this important new chapter and initiate the search for a new CEO,” said Adam Miron, Co-Chair of Invest Ottawa.

The Board of Directors is now initiating a search for the next President and CEO of Invest Ottawa. Sonya Shorey will undertake the role of Interim President and CEO through this transition period with the full support of the senior leadership team to ensure continuity during the recruitment process.

Shorey has served as a Vice President of Invest Ottawa, Bayview Yards, and Area X.O since 2017 within her 24 years of leadership with public and private organizations. Since 2005, Sonya has led and contributed to $250M in successful public-private sector multi-year funding proposals, including almost $100M with Invest Ottawa and regional partners for Canada’s Capital and Eastern Ontario. She led the creation of IO’s Women Founders and Owners Strategy and is a Co-Founder and Director of the Board of SheBoot. She also serves as a Director of the Royal Ottawa Institute of Mental Health Research and Chair of its Research Committee; Women in Automotive Tech; Mindtrust; and Elevate International.

“Building on Michael’s strong leadership, it is an honour to serve as Interim CEO and collaborate closely with our team, Board and community during this next phase of our evolution. Together, we are creating the jobs, economy and community of the future. Guided by our shared vision and updated strategic plan, we will continue to help founders and companies pursue bold moonshots, drive economic growth and job creation for our region, and achieve impact as a global tech and business hub,” said Sonya Shorey.

Invest Ottawa looks forward to celebrating Michael’s many contributions to our economy and ecosystem in the days ahead.

About Invest Ottawa

Invest Ottawa is the lead economic development agency for knowledge-based industries in Canada’s Capital, facilitating economic growth and job creation in Ottawa. Guided by a vision to help realize Ottawa’s full potential as a globally recognized, innovative, inclusive, and future-ready city, Invest Ottawa delivers venture development, global expansion and talent programs and services that catalyze the growth and success of entrepreneurs and firms. These include small business training, mentorship, acceleration for technology firms, foreign business and investment attraction, local business retention and expansion in targeted sectors, commercialization, and marketing Ottawa’s diversified economy and high quality of life. Invest Ottawa is also the manager of Bayview Yards, Ottawa’s innovation hub and one-stop business acceleration shop, and founder and operator of Area X.O, the R&D complex for next-gen smart mobility, autonomy and connectivity technologies. Since 2013, Invest Ottawa has supported almost 14,000; contributed to the creation of more than 14,700 jobs; helped domestic companies raise $1.86 billion in capital; and attracted $1.47 billion in domestic and foreign direct investment to Ottawa. Explore Invest Ottawa’s 2022 Economic Impact Report for additional details, or visit www.investottawa.ca.

 

Sep 28, 2023

Area X.O logo and Invest Ottawa logo.

Des entreprises dévoilent des technologies émergentes à l’occasion deuxième TCXpo organisé par Zone X.O, Transport Canada et leurs partenaires

Ottawa, Ontario, le 27 septembre 2023 Zone X.O, un complexe de recherche et développement exploité par Investir Ontario dans le domaine des technologies de la mobilité, de l’autonomie et de la connectivité intelligentes de nouvelle génération, Transport Canada (TC) et leurs partenaires sont ravis d’organiser l’événement TCXpo, la journée nationale de démonstration des technologies de mobilité intelligente, ce jour même dans la capitale canadienne.

Tenu en plein cœur d’Ottawa, un pôle technologique mondial abritant la plus forte concentration de talents technologiques en Amérique du Nord, TCXpo réunira plus de 70 entreprises d’un océan à l’autre qui feront des démonstrations technologiques en direct à Zone X.O. Ce sont plus de 1000 parties prenantes de l’industrie, du gouvernement, du milieu universitaire et de la communauté d’investissement qui convergeront vers Zone X.O, une installation privée de 1 800 acres, afin de participer à cet événement haut en couleur. Ce sera l’occasion parfaite de constater les retombées des technologies de pointe canadiennes, dont plusieurs visent des marchés mondiaux chiffrant dans les milliards de dollars.

Des entreprises émergentes, en expansion, petites et grandes de la capitale et de partout au pays feront la démonstration de leurs innovations à différents stades de développement. Parmi les technologies exposées, mentionnons des véhicules connectés et autonomes (VCA), des drones, des robots de pointe, des solutions pour villes intelligentes, l’Internet des objets (IdO), des capteurs, des systèmes d’analyse de données, des innovations en agriculture intelligente et bien plus encore. Ces technologies de mobilité intelligente englobent de nombreux secteurs de notre économie, des transports intelligents à la défense, en passant par la sécurité publique, l’agriculture intelligente, les télécommunications, les technologies propres, l’environnement et les villes intelligentes.  Elles représentent en outre des débouchés commerciaux importants.Selon un rapport de Spherical Insights & Consulting, le marché mondial de la mobilité intelligente était évalué à 48,54 milliards de dollars US en 2022 et devrait dépasser les 403 milliards de dollars US d’ici 2032.

 

Bon nombre des démonstrateurs et exposants ont bénéficié de capacités, de programmes et de mesures de soutien de Transport Canada, du programme Solutions innovatrices Canada (SIC) d’Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada (ISDE), du programme Innovation pour la défense, l’excellence et la sécurité (IDEeS) du ministère de la Défense nationale (MDN), de l’Agence fédérale de développement économique pour le Sud de l’Ontario (FedDev Ontario), de NGen Canada, la supergrappe de fabrication de pointe, ainsi que de Zone X.O. Tout au long de cette journée, TCXpo permettra aux entreprises participantes de rencontrer des talents, des clients, des partenaires, des fournisseurs et des investisseurs potentiels ainsi que des régulateurs. Ce réseautage stimule de nouveaux projets de R et D, des occasions d’affaires et des possibilités d’investissement qui favorisent la croissance et le succès.

 

Forte de cinq ans de collaboration entre Zone X.O et TC et de l’expérience de la première édition de TCXpo en 2022, cette seconde édition de la journée de démonstration a attiré 50 % plus de démonstrateurs et le double de participants au total.  L’événement inclut :

  • Des annonces importantes, des invités spéciaux et une formidable occasion de réseautage
  • Des visites guidées montrant ce que cela représente pour des entreprises d’être avec Zone X.O, c’est-à-dire profiter de capacités et d’installations d’une valeur de 51 millions de dollars, ce qui comprend l’une des plus vastes infrastructures de communications de pointe au monde ainsi que des capacités insurpassées de cybersécurité, d’analyse de données et de simulation, une ferme intelligente de 100 acres ainsi que la seule installation d’essai et d’entraînement de drone et de robotique avancée.
  • Rosey Edeh, de CTV Ottawa, jouera le rôle de journaliste itinérante sur le terrain avec diffusion en direct.

 

TCXpo est un événement phare de la semaine de la mobilité intelligente dans la capitale canadienne, tout comme l’est le congrès de l’Association des transports du Canada (ATC), qui a lieu du 24 au 27 septembre, ainsi que CAV Canada, la très courue conférence sur le leadership éclairé en matière de mobilité intelligente organisée par Zone X.O, Investir Ottawa et Kanata North Business Association le 28 septembre.

TCXpo est rendu possible grâce à une entreprise commune entre Zone X.O, exploitée par Investir Ottawa, Transport Canada et de généreuses contributions des partenaires suivants :

  • Partenaires du gouvernement du Canada: ISDE, le MDN, FedDev Ontario et NGen
  • Commanditaires de Zone X.O: FCC, MDK Business Law et Rogers
  • Commanditaires de TCXpo: Ansys, Bradley Kelly, InDro Robotics, Nokia, OC Transpo, Optimal Show Experience (OSE), l’Aéroport international d’Ottawa et Tourisme Ottawa
  • Partenaires cofondateurs de Zone X.O: le gouvernement du Canada (FedDev Ontario), le gouvernement de l’Ontario (par l’entremise du Réseau ontarien d’innovation pour les véhicules géré par le Centre d’innovation de l’Ontario), la Ville d’Ottawa, Accenture, BlackBerry QNX, Ericsson, Microsoft, Nokia et des établissements postsecondaires d’Ottawa

 

Témoignages disponibles pour les médias

« C’est un privilège de collaborer avec Transport Canada et tous ses partenaires pour cette seconde édition de TCXpo. Cette journée de démonstration stimule l’action pour notre nouveau plan stratégique quinquennal et notre vision pour Zone X.O. Cela nous permet d’aider les innovateurs et les entreprises de la capitale et d’ailleurs au pays à profiter des capacités et de l’expertise distinctives d’Ottawa pour commercialiser leurs technologies et faire croître leurs entreprises. Les entreprises qui se joignent à nous améliorent le monde, créent de nouveaux emplois et stimulent notre économie. Et tout cela, elles le font dans un écosystème national collaboratif et prospère. Nous sommes honorés d’en faire partie. »

  • Michael Tremblay, PDG, Investir Ottawa

« TCXpo réunit des centaines d’innovateurs et d’entreprises qui développent et commercialisent des innovations en mobilité intelligente qui stimulent notre économie et favorisent un changement positif durable. Le gouvernement du Canada est ravi de soutenir Investir Ottawa dans ses initiatives pour aider les innovateurs canadiens à prospérer dans cet important secteur. »

 

  • L’honorable Filomena Tassi, ministre responsable de l’Agence fédérale de développement économique pour le Sud de l’Ontario

 

« Les technologies et l’innovation stimulent la croissance économique et peuvent contribuer à améliorer nos réseaux de transport. Le gouvernement du Canada est heureux de travailler avec des organisations comme Investir Ottawa pour souligner les talents canadiens dans les domaines de la mobilité intelligente, des technologies zéro émission et des drones, compte tenu de leurs avantages potentiels pour le Canada et les entreprises canadiennes. Le Canada est un chef de file mondial de l’innovation en matière de transport, et TCXpo met en valeur certaines de nos technologies les plus performantes et les plus prometteuses. »

  • L’honorable Pablo Rodriguez, ministre des Transports

 

« Investir Ottawa continue de soutenir les innovateurs d’Ottawa qui stimulent notre économie locale. TCXpo offre un espace aux entreprises pour établir des relations précieuses et créer de la croissance et des emplois pour l’avenir. »

  • Chandra Arya, députée de Nepean

 

« Des démonstrations comme TCXpo sont essentielles pour le milieu de l’innovation en défense et pour accroître nos capacités. Les avancées technologiques comme la cybersécurité, la 5G, l’IA et l’apprentissage machine qui sont présentées à TCXpo sont des domaines critiques pour répondre aux besoins futurs en matière de défense. »

  • Jaspinder Komal, sous-ministre adjoint, Recherche et développement pour la défense Canada, ministère de la Défense nationale

 

« C’est extrêmement stimulant de voir toutes ces technologies émergentes développées par des innovateurs et des entreprises technologiques ici même, à Ottawa. TCXpo, qui est organisé par Zone X.O, Transport Canada et leurs partenaires, tout comme la recherche et le développement de Zone X.O et dans tout le pôle technologique d’Ottawa, mettent en lumière le rôle crucial que joue la capitale pour accélérer l’innovation en mobilité intelligente et faire connaître ses retombées.  Ces travaux renforcent notre secteur technologique, créent de nouveaux emplois et attirent de nouvelles entreprises et des investissements dans notre ville. »

  • Son honneur M. Mark Sutcliffe, maire d’Ottawa

 

« C’est un véritable plaisir de célébrer le travail de dizaines d’innovateurs et d’entreprises en mobilité durable d’Ottawa et d’ailleurs dans la province et les nouvelles technologies qu’ils nous font découvrir à TCXpo. Cet événement soutient directement les objectifs du gouvernement de l’Ontario et les investissements que nous avons faits par l’entremise du Réseau ontarien d’innovation pour les véhicules (ROIV). Zone X.O, exploitée par Investir Ottawa, est un site régional de développement de technologies (SRDT) faisant partie d’un réseau panprovincial qui stimule la commercialisation des technologies, la création d’emploi et la croissance de l’économie ontarienne. Ces retombées sont particulièrement visibles à Zone X.O, ici dans ma circonscription.

  • Lisa MacLeod, députée provinciale, Nepean

 

« NGen est l’organisme sans but lucratif dirigé par l’industrie, qui gère la Grappe de la fabrication de pointe du Canada. Pour soutenir ce mandat, nous avons développé un réseau national de clients, de partenaires de projets et de grappes qui travaillent tous de concert pour améliorer la compétitivité du secteur canadien de la fabrication de pointe et le faire croître.  Ce réseau comprend la Zone X.O et de multiples innovateurs et entreprises qui développent et commercialisent de nouvelles technologies de mobilité intelligente. TCXpo cadre parfaitement avec nos objectifs en offrant une occasion unique pour les entreprises soutenues par NGen de rencontrer un bassin important d’investisseurs et de clients.

  • Jayson Myers, PDG, NGen Canada

 

« AirShare conçoit et fabrique le système OVERWATCH(R) qui détecte, suit et atténue les risques liés aux drones indisciplinés et malveillants, et ce, en toute sécurité. Notre nouvelle contre-mesure abat les drones de manière sécuritaire, en emmêlant leurs hélices, en bloquant les entrées d’air, en brouillant leurs surfaces de contrôle et en obscurcissant d’importants capteurs de vol. Nous avons collaboré avec le MDN, de nombreux clients et Investir Ottawa tout au long de notre parcours entrepreneurial. Nous sommes très heureux de présenter notre solution de défense et de sécurité publique à TCXpo cette année, et nous continuons de rechercher des occasions d’affaires nationales et internationales. »

  • Shanaz Sigouin, cofondatrice et agente administrative principale, AirShare, Inc.

 

« Grâce à notre partenariat évolutif avec Zone X.O et Investir Ottawa, InDro Robotics a l’honneur de diriger et de gérer cette année encore la zone de démonstration de drones et de robotique à TCXpo. » Nous sommes très enthousiastes de présenter nos dernières innovations et d’accueillir des entreprises de partout au Canada pour cette journée spéciale. Nous avons ainsi la chance de montrer comment Zone O.X et sa toute nouvelle installation d’essai et d’entraînement de drone et de robotique avancée (Drone and Advenced Robotics Testing and Training, DARTT) peuvent accélérer la commercialisation sécuritaire de ces technologies. Pouvoir profiter de ces installations est l’une des principales raisons pour lesquelles nous avons choisi de bâtir notre équipe de R et D ici, à Ottawa. »

  • Philip Reece, fondateur et PDG, InDro Robotics

 

« Sensor Cortek est à l’avant-garde de l’innovation de l’IA et se spécialise dans le développement d’algorithmes avancés d’intelligence artificielle visant à améliorer la fonctionnalité des systèmes de perception dans diverses industries, en se concentrant notamment sur l’assistance à la conduite avancée et sur les véhicules autonomes. Nous exploitons les capacités uniques de Zone X.O pour accélérer la commercialisation de notre technologie. Comme participant au tout premier TCXpo en septembre de l’an passé, je peux confirmer tous les avantages concrets de participer à cet événement. Nous sommes très heureux de présenter les nouvelles caractéristiques de notre solution aux centaines de personnes rassemblées à cette journée nationale de démonstration. »

  • Fahed Hassanat, cofondateur, chef de l’exploitation et ingénieur principal, Sensor Cortek

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« JPlug.io offre la commodité de la recharge de véhicules électriques dans les stationnements de condominiums et d’immeubles d’habitation. Notre entreprise cible des promoteurs et résidents de condominiums ainsi que des gestionnaires de propriétés afin d’offrir à tous les électromobilistes un accès immédiat aux avantages économiques et à la commodité de la mobilité électrique. Nous sommes extrêmement heureux de pouvoir profiter des capacités uniques de Zone X.O et de démontrer notre innovation à des clients, des partenaires et des investisseurs potentiels à TCXpo. Cet événement est crucial alors que nous faisons évoluer notre entreprise et promouvons l’adoption de notre produit. »

  • Jorge Pantoja, fondateur et PDG, JPlug.io

 

« Cet effort collectif des innovateurs et des entreprises que nous constatons aujourd’hui non seulement solidifie notre secteur technologique, mais contribue également à créer des emplois, à attirer de nouveaux investissements et à promouvoir l’innovation en mobilité intelligente à l’échelle mondiale. »

  • Claudia Krywiak, PDG, Centre d’innovation de l’Ontario (CIO)

 

À propos de Zone X.O

Zone X.O est le complexe de R et D de la capitale du Canada qui permet et accélère le développement, la mise à l’essai et l’adoption, en toute sécurité, de la prochaine génération de technologies de mobilité intelligente, d’autonomie et de connectivité. Zone X.O aide les entreprises en démarrage, les PME, les multinationales et les gouvernements à relever les grands défis, à saisir les occasions qui se présentent et à accéder plus rapidement au marché. Combinant, à titre de pôle technologique mondial, diverses expertises avec les forces d’Ottawa en matière de télécommunications et de cybersécurité, et exploitant l’une des infrastructures de communication les plus avancées au monde, il s’agit du seul complexe de R et D de ce genre en Amérique du Nord. Celui-ci est en effet doté d’une installation d’essai privée et publique de véhicule à tout (V2X) dans les rues de la ville, laquelle alimente la création, la commercialisation et l’adoption d’innovations révolutionnaires en matière de mobilité intelligente. Ces applications profitent à notre collectivité, à notre économie et à notre environnement, et couvrent les domaines suivants : télécommunications, agriculture de pointe, défense, sécurité et sûreté publiques, véhicules aériens sans pilote et villes intelligentes. Établi et géré par Investir Ottawa, le complexe Zone X.O bénéficie du soutien essentiel de partenaires fondateurs de classe mondiale, dont le gouvernement du Canada (FedDev Ontario), le gouvernement de l’Ontario (par l’entremise du Réseau ontarien d’innovation pour les véhicules géré par le Centre d’innovation de l’Ontario), la Ville d’Ottawa, Accenture, BlackBerry QNX, Ericsson, Microsoft, Nokia et des établissements postsecondaires d’Ottawa. Pour de plus amples informations, veuillez consulter le site : www.AreaXO.com

 

À propos d’Investir Ottawa

Investir Ottawa est le principal organisme de développement économique pour les industries du savoir dans la capitale du Canada, facilitant la croissance économique et la création d’emplois à Ottawa. Guidé par une vision visant à contribuer à la réalisation du plein potentiel d’Ottawa en tant que ville mondialement reconnue, innovatrice, inclusive et prête pour l’avenir, Investir Ottawa offre des programmes et services en matière de développement d’entreprises, d’expansion mondiale et de talents qui favorisent la croissance et le succès des entrepreneurs et des entreprises. Ces programmes et services comprennent la formation pour les petites entreprises, le mentorat, l’accélération des entreprises technologiques, l’attraction d’entreprises et d’investissements étrangers, le maintien et l’expansion des entreprises locales dans des secteurs ciblés, la commercialisation et le rayonnement de l’économie diversifiée et de la qualité de vie élevée de la ville d’Ottawa.  Investir Ottawa est également gestionnaire des Cours Bayview, le pôle d’innovation d’Ottawa et le guichet unique d’accélération des affaires, et fondateur et exploitant de Zone X.O, le futur complexe d’innovation et de collaboration. Depuis 2013, Investir Ottawa a soutenu près de 14 000 entreprises, contribué à la création de plus de 14 700 emplois, aidé des entreprises canadiennes à obtenir pas moins de 1,86 milliard de dollars en capital et attiré 1,47 milliard de dollars en investissements intérieurs et étrangers à Ottawa. Pour de plus amples informations, veuillez consulter le site : www.investottawa.ca

 

À propos de Transport Canada (TC)

Transport Canada (TC) est chargé d’élaborer des politiques et des programmes pour le gouvernement du Canada, et d’en assurer la supervision, afin que les Canadiens puissent avoir accès à un réseau de transport qui est :

  • sécuritaire et sûr;
  • respectueux de l’environnement et novateur;
  • efficace.

TC s’efforce d’atteindre ces objectifs en faisant ce qui suit :

  • Proposer des politiques, des lois et des règlements, et assurer leur mise à jour;
  • Réaliser des inspections ainsi que des activités d’application de la loi et de surveillance à l’égard de l’équipement, des opérations et des installations de l’industrie du transport;
  • Offrir du financement aux organisations pour des projets qui visent à renforcer le réseau de transport, y compris des projets d’amélioration de la sécurité, des innovations technologiques et des initiatives de transport écologique.

 

Personne-ressource pour les médias

Sonya Shorey

Vice-présidente, Stratégie, marketing et communications

Investir Ottawa et Cours Bayview

613-851-9416

[email protected]

Sep 27, 2023

Introducing the Re-Branded Ottawa Smart Farm powered by AgExpert

 

Ottawa, September 27, 2023 – Area X.O, the R&D complex for next-gen smart mobility, autonomy and connectivity and home of the Ottawa Smart Farm powered by AgExpert, together with Farm Credit Canada (FCC), today announced the evolution of their partnership to accelerate agri-tech innovation, adoption and impact on farmers, Canada’s agricultural sector and economy.

 

Building on four years of collaboration, FCC is expanding its sponsorship of the Ottawa Smart Farm over the next three years. This enhanced FCC-Area X.O partnership will:

  • Strengthen the capabilities of the re-branded Ottawa Smart Farm powered by AgExpert
  • Enable more agtech innovators, companies and producers to leverage these resources to accelerate their R&D and business growth and drive the adoption of new solutions
  • Inspire, excite and foster the next generation of agtech talent and producers
  • Catalyze even greater regional and national innovation collaboration, exchange of knowledge and best management practices among researchers, companies, producers, and other smart farms across Canada

 

This will help drive the development, commercialization and application of new agricultural technologies that can help increase the productivity, profitability and long-term sustainability of producers and fuel the competitiveness of Canada’s agriculture and agri-food sector.

 

Area X.O is one of four smart farms FCC is bringing together and supporting across the country. This is propelling a new era of collaborative agricultural innovation, economic growth, and problem-solving in Canada. This partnership enables innovators, companies and producers at the Ottawa Smart Farm to collaborate with partners in Manitoba, Alberta and Ontario and:

  • Address key agricultural challenges, including those related to the rising cost of farming and food; climate change; and long-term sustainability of the farming industry;
  • Acquire new learning, innovation and business opportunities; and
  • Help build the future farms and agriculture industry required to feed generations of Canadians.

 

Established by Invest Ottawa and the City of Ottawa, the Ottawa Smart Farm powered by AgExpert is nestled in the heart of Area X.O, the R&D complex for next-gen smart mobility, autonomy and connectivity.  It provides producers, innovators and firms with access to leading resources, including:

  • One of the world’s most advanced communications test systems
  • State-of-the-art AI and data analytic technologies
  • 100 acres of secure, completely gated farmland and demonstration area
  • The highest concentration of tech talent per capita in North America

These capabilities empower smart agriculture and data-driven decision-making, boosting the productivity, performance, and profitability of producers. These resources help to:

  • Accelerate the development, commercialization, and application of new agtech solutions
  • Catalyze fresh global market opportunities for agtech innovators, startups, and companies
  • Foster the creation of new agtech products, companies, and jobs in the nation’s capital

 

This new chapter of the FCC-Area X.O partnership will fuel new outcomes and impacts at the Ottawa Smart Farm powered by AgExpert, and increase the contribution of the innovators, companies and producers it serves to the regional, national and global agriculture and agri-food industry.

 

Featured Quotes

“We are honoured to collaborate with FCC, a long-standing strategic partner, on our shared goals. Building directly on our refreshed strategic plan, and our vision and mission at Area X.O, this enhanced collaboration will enable us to grow our local economy and make a national and global impact. It will enable our community to collaborate on grand challenges and increase the long-term profitability and sustainability of producers we rely on, today and tomorrow. Together, we are creating agricultural solutions, companies and jobs for the future.”

  • Michael Tremblay, president and CEO, Invest Ottawa

 

“Farmer-led innovation is the foundation of the work at the Ottawa Smart Farm powered by AgExpert. FCC has been a proud supporter of the Ottawa Smart Farm project from the very beginning, and we are happy to contribute to the advancement of this important research, innovation and development facility. Developing these technologies helps to position our agriculture and food industry as a world leader in agtech and open the door for Canadian producers to be on the cutting edge of the practices that will make them successful.”

  • Fred Wall, Vice-President of Marketing and Digital Agriculture, FCC

 

“Ottawa has a unique geographic mix of urban and rural land that no other large city in Canada possess with a substantial agriculture sector with more than 1,000 working farms and more 46,000 jobs. The Ottawa Smart Farm enables researchers, companies, and producers to access millions of dollars in technologies and collaborate on big agriculture challenges. This expanded partnership with FCC directly supports the innovation, economic and environmental goals we have established as a city. The knowledge and outcomes emerging from the Ottawa Smart Farm increases the competitiveness of our producers, and our regional economy.”

  • His Worship Mark Sutcliffe, Mayor of Ottawa

 

“We are grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with FCC, a national agriculture and lending leader. Together, we are creating new opportunities for our agtech sector. This includes impactful research led by GPS Ontario and uOttawa with the Ottawa Smart Farm. This team has developed a new farming practice that requires 33% less fertilizer than conventional farming practices. It increases the yield by 30% while decreasing carbon emissions by 90%. We are excited to build on these outcomes, and help producers leverage these technologies and learnings to build a profitable and sustainable business.”

  • Sonya Shorey, Vice-President of Strategy, Marketing and Communications, Invest Ottawa

 

“GPS Ontario is a pioneer in the precision agriculture industry. We promote complete farm solutions from hardware to data management, providing a completely tailored solution for farmers in Eastern Canada and support for growers across North America. The Smart Farm at Area X.O is providing our firm with critical validation and demonstration space that outfitted with the advanced technology, expertise and industry Best Management Practices (BMPs). We are excited to build on the outcomes we have achieved to date and continually increase our impact on producers.

  • Jordan Wallace, Owner, GPS Ontario; Sales, Service, Support and Training Representative, Trimble

 

“I am passionate about the goals we are pursuing with GPS Ontario and the Ottawa Smart Farm at Area X.O. This R&D complex enables us to access leading technologies, data and expertise, and increase our research productivity, opportunity and impact. We are very encouraged by the outcomes achieved to date with our collaborators. This includes new farming practices that can increase the profitability of producers, while reducing their carbon footprint. I am excited to evolve this work with our partners and increase our impact on Canada’s agricultural industry.”

  • Tet Yeap, Associate Professor, University of Ottawa

 

 

Backgrounder

About the Ottawa Smart Farm powered by AgExpert

Established by Invest Ottawa and the City of Ottawa at Area X.O in 2020, the Ottawa Smart Farm powered by AgExpert empowers producers and innovators to create, test, demonstrate, and commercialize new agricultural technologies. These include autonomous tractors, drones and advanced robotics, the Internet of Things, sensors and data analytics, and advanced communications, and other related technologies.  These emerging solutions can help producers improve crop yield and quality, optimize production efficiency and costs, reduce waste and carbon emissions from agricultural operations, enhance food safety and security, and strengthen overall farm management, performance, and productivity. For additional information, please visit: https://areaxo.com/smart-agriculture/

 

About Area X.O

Area X.O is the R&D complex in Canada’s Capital that enables and accelerates the safe and secure development, testing, and adoption of next-generation smart mobility, autonomy, and connectivity technologies. Area X.O helps startups, SMEs, multinationals, and governments address grand challenges and opportunities, and get to market faster. Combining diverse expertise with Ottawa’s telecom and cybersecurity strengths as a global tech hub and operating one of the most advanced communications infrastructures in the world, it is the only all-weather R&D complex of its kind in North America with a private and public Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) test facility on city streets that fuels the creation, commercialization, and adoption of breakthrough smart mobility innovations. These applications benefit our community, economy, and environment, and span: telecom, smart agriculture, defence, security, and public safety; unmanned aerial vehicles, and smart cities. Established and managed by Invest Ottawa, Area X.O leverages critical support from world-class founding partners, including: the Government of Canada (through FedDev Ontario), the Government of Ontario (through the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network managed by the Ontario Centre of Innovation), the City of Ottawa, Accenture, BlackBerry QNX, Ericsson, Microsoft, Nokia, and Ottawa’s post-secondary institutions. For additional information, please visit: www.AreaXO.com

 

About Invest Ottawa

Invest Ottawa is the lead economic development agency for knowledge-based industries in Canada’s Capital, facilitating economic growth and job creation in Ottawa. Guided by a vision to help realize Ottawa’s full potential as a globally recognized, innovative, inclusive, and future-ready city, Invest Ottawa delivers venture development, global expansion, and talent programs and services that catalyze the growth and success of entrepreneurs and firms. These include small business training, mentorship, acceleration for technology firms, foreign business and investment attraction, local business retention and expansion in targeted sectors, commercialization, and marketing Ottawa’s diversified economy and high quality of life. Invest Ottawa is also the manager of Bayview Yards, Ottawa’s innovation hub and one-stop business acceleration shop; and founder and operator of Area X.O, the R&D complex for next-gen smart mobility, autonomy and connectivity technologies. Since 2013, Invest Ottawa has supported almost 14,000; contributed to the creation of more than 14,700 jobs; helped domestic companies raise $1.86 billion in capital; and attracted $1.47 billion in domestic and foreign direct investment to Ottawa. For more information, please visit: www.investottawa.ca

 

About FCC

FCC is Canada’s leading agriculture and food lender, dedicated to the industry that feeds the world. FCC employees are committed to the long-standing success of those who produce and process Canadian food by providing flexible financing, AgExpert business management software, information and knowledge. FCC provides a complement of expertise and services designed to support the complex and evolving needs of food businesses. As a financial Crown corporation, FCC is a stable partner that reinvests profits back into the industry and communities it serves. For more information, visit fcc.ca.

 

About AgExpert

AgExpert Field and Accounting software provides valuable insights as part of the testing, research, and technology development at the Ottawa Smart Farm. With customers in every province, and all sectors in Canadian agriculture and food production, AgExpert simplifies the entire process of record keeping from field to finance – giving farmers the information they need to make the best business decisions.

FCC AgExpert software is built for Canadian agriculture. AgExpert Accounting and AgExpert Field are simple solutions built to help record-keepers at every stage save time, stay organized, and manage their farm data with confidence. AgExpert is the first software in Canada to be Ag Data Transparent certified, which means your data is protected to the highest standards.

 

Media Contacts

 

Sonya Shorey

Vice President, Strategy, Marketing and Communications

Invest Ottawa, Area X.O and Bayview Yards

613.851.9416

[email protected]

 

Éva Larouche

Corporate Communication
Farm Credit Canada
1-888-780-6647
[email protected]

 

 

Sep 27, 2023

Présentation de la ferme intelligente d’Ottawa revitalisée, propulsée par AgExpert

 

Ottawa, 27 septembre 2023 Aujourd’hui, Zone X.O – complexe de recherche et développement (R.‑D.) pour la mobilité intelligente, l’autonomie et la connectivité de la prochaine génération abritant la ferme intelligente d’Ottawa, propulsée par AgExpert – a annoncé, en compagnie de Financement agricole Canada (FAC), qu’une nouvelle étape avait été franchie dans leur partenariat visant à accélérer le développement d’agrotechnologies, l’adoption de ces dernières par les agriculteurs et leurs retombées positives pour le secteur agricole et l’économie du Canada.

Après quatre années de collaboration, FAC étendra son soutien à la ferme intelligente d’Ottawa au cours des trois prochaines années. Ce nouveau chapitre dans le partenariat entre FAC et Zone X.O :

  • renforcera les capacités de la ferme intelligente d’Ottawa revitalisée;
  • permettra à un plus grand nombre d’innovateurs, d’entreprises et de producteurs du secteur de l’agrotechnologie de bénéficier de ces ressources pour dynamiser leurs activités de R.‑D., favoriser leur croissance et encourager l’adoption de nouvelles solutions;
  • inspirera, enthousiasmera et encouragera la prochaine génération de talents et de producteurs dans le domaine de l’agrotechnologie;
  • catalysera une collaboration encore plus étendue à l’échelle régionale et nationale en matière d’innovation, d’échange de savoir et de pratiques de gestion exemplaires entre chercheurs, entreprises, producteurs et d’autres fermes intelligentes au Canada.

Cette collaboration renouvelée favorisera le développement, la commercialisation et l’application de nouvelles technologies agricoles susceptibles d’accroître la productivité, la rentabilité et la viabilité à long terme des producteurs, tout en renforçant la compétitivité du secteur agricole et agroalimentaire canadien.

Zone X.O abrite l’une des quatre fermes intelligentes soutenues par FAC au pays. Cette initiative ouvre la voie à une nouvelle ère de collaboration en matière d’innovation agricole, de croissance économique et de résolution de problèmes au Canada. Ce partenariat permet aux innovateurs, aux entreprises et aux producteurs associés à la ferme intelligente d’Ottawa de collaborer avec des partenaires du Manitoba, de l’Alberta et de l’Ontario pour :

  • s’attaquer aux grands enjeux du secteur agricole, notamment la hausse des coûts de la production agricole et des aliments, le changement climatique et la viabilité à long terme de l’industrie agricole;
  • offrir de nouvelles possibilités d’apprentissage, d’innovation et d’affaires;
  • bâtir les fermes et le secteur agricole de demain, essentiels pour nourrir les générations futures de Canadiens.

La ferme intelligente d’Ottawa, propulsée par AgExpert, est un projet conjoint d’Investir Ottawa et de la Ville d’Ottawa. Elle se situe au cœur de Zone X.O, un complexe de R.‑D. consacré à la mobilité intelligente, à l’autonomie et à la connectivité de la prochaine génération.  Elle met à disposition des producteurs, des innovateurs et des entreprises un ensemble de ressources de premier choix, dont :

  • l’un des systèmes d’essai de communications les plus avancés au monde;
  • des technologies d’intelligence artificielle et d’analyse de données de pointe;
  • des terres agricoles et une zone de démonstration sur un terrain sécurisé et clôturé de 100 acres;
  • la plus forte concentration de talents en technologies par habitant en Amérique du Nord.

Ses capacités encouragent l’adoption de l’agriculture intelligente et la prise de décision axée sur les données, stimulant la productivité, la performance et la rentabilité des producteurs. De plus, ces ressources contribuent à :

  • accélérer le développement, la commercialisation et la mise en œuvre de nouvelles technologies agroalimentaires;
  • ouvrir de nouveaux marchés mondiaux aux innovateurs, aux entreprises en démarrage et aux entreprises du secteur de l’agrotechnologie;
  • promouvoir la création de produits, d’entreprises et d’emplois dans le secteur agroalimentaire à Ottawa.

Ce nouvel élan dans le partenariat entre FAC et Zone X.O promet des avancées et l’accroissement des retombées à la ferme intelligente d’Ottawa. Il augmentera également la contribution des innovateurs, des entreprises et des producteurs que la ferme soutient à l’industrie agricole et agroalimentaire, tant à l’échelle régionale, nationale que mondiale.

 

Citations

« Nous sommes honorés de collaborer avec un partenaire stratégique de longue date tel que FAC pour atteindre nos objectifs communs. Cette collaboration étendue s’aligne parfaitement sur notre plan stratégique actuel, ainsi que sur la vision et la mission de Zone X.O. Elle aura des retombées positives sur notre économie locale, ainsi qu’au pays et dans le monde entier. Elle générera des synergies pour relever de grands défis et accroître la rentabilité et la viabilité à long terme des producteurs d’aujourd’hui et de demain. Ensemble, nous élaborons des solutions agricoles et favorisons la création d’entreprises et d’emplois pour l’avenir. »

  • Michael Tremblay, président-directeur général d’Investir Ottawa

 

« L’innovation pilotée par les agriculteurs est le pilier des travaux accomplis à la ferme intelligente d’Ottawa, propulsée par AgExpert. FAC est fier de soutenir ce projet depuis ses débuts. Nous sommes ravis de contribuer à l’avancement de cet important établissement de recherche, d’innovation et de développement. Le développement de ces technologies contribue à positionner notre industrie agroalimentaire parmi les leaders mondiaux, tout en permettant aux producteurs canadiens de rester à la fine pointe des pratiques qui assureront leur succès. »

  • Fred Wall, vice-président, Marketing et agriculture numérique, Financement agricole Canada

 

« Les technologies et l’innovation stimulent la croissance économique et peuvent contribuer à améliorer nos réseaux de transport. Le gouvernement du Canada est heureux de travailler avec des organisations comme Investir Ottawa pour souligner les talents canadiens dans les domaines de la mobilité intelligente, des technologies zéro émission et des drones, compte tenu de leurs avantages potentiels pour le Canada et les entreprises canadiennes. Le Canada est un chef de file mondial de l’innovation en matière de transport, et TCXpo met en valeur certaines de nos technologies les plus performantes et les plus prometteuses. »

  • L’honorable Pablo Rodriguez, ministre des Transports

 

« Ottawa possède un mélange géographique unique de terres urbaines et rurales qu’aucune autre grande ville du Canada ne possède, avec un secteur agricole substantiel comptant plus de 1 000 fermes et plus de 46 000 emplois. La ferme intelligente d’Ottawa permet aux chercheurs, aux entreprises et aux producteurs de collaborer et d’accéder à des millions de dollars en technologies pour relever les grands défis de l’agriculture. Ce partenariat élargi avec FAC appuie directement nos objectifs en matière d’innovation, d’économie et d’environnement pour notre ville. Le savoir et les résultats issus des travaux menés à la ferme accroissent la compétitivité de nos producteurs et améliorent notre économie régionale. »

  • Mark Sutcliffe, maire d’Ottawa

 

« Nous sommes reconnaissants de l’occasion qui nous est donnée de collaborer avec FAC, un leader en matière d’agriculture et de financement. Ensemble, nous ouvrons de nouvelles perspectives pour le secteur de l’agrotechnologie, grâce notamment aux recherches influentes menées par GPS Ontario et l’Université d’Ottawa en collaboration avec la ferme intelligente d’Ottawa. Cette équipe a mis au point une nouvelle technique agricole qui nécessite 33 % moins d’engrais que les pratiques traditionnelles, tout en augmentant le rendement de 30 % et réduisant les émissions de carbone de 90 %. Nous sommes prêts à tirer profit de ces avancées et à aider les producteurs à exploiter ces technologies et ces connaissances en vue d’améliorer leur rentabilité et leur viabilité. »

  • Sonya Shorey, vice-présidente, stratégie, marketing et communications, Investir Ottawa

 

« Pionnière de l’agriculture de précision, GPS Ontario offre des solutions d’exploitation agricole complètes – du matériel à la gestion des données – aux agriculteurs partout en Amérique du Nord, en particulier dans l’Est du Canada. La ferme intelligente de Zone X.O nous offre l’occasion de valider et de présenter ces solutions dans un environnement qui combine des technologies de pointe, des expertises et des pratiques de gestion optimales. Nous sommes enthousiastes à l’idée de tirer parti des résultats obtenus jusqu’à présent et de continuer à en faire profiter les producteurs. »

  • Jordan Wallace, propriétaire, GPS Ontario; représentant aux ventes, au service, au soutien et à la formation, Trimble

 

« Je suis passionné par les objectifs que nous poursuivons avec GPS Ontario et la ferme intelligente d’Ottawa à Zone X.O. Ce centre de R.‑D. nous ouvre les portes sur des technologies, des données et des compétences de pointe en vue d’accroître la productivité, les possibilités et les retombées de nos recherches. Les résultats obtenus jusqu’à présent grâce à notre collaboration sont très encourageants, notamment en ce qui concerne les nouvelles techniques agricoles susceptibles d’accroître la rentabilité des producteurs tout en réduisant leur empreinte carbone. Je suis enthousiaste à l’idée de poursuivre ces travaux avec nos partenaires et d’accroître notre impact sur l’industrie agricole canadienne. »

  • Tet Yeap, professeur agrégé, Université d’Ottawa

 

 

Renseignements sur les organisations

À propos de la ferme intelligente d’Ottawa, propulsée par AgExpert

Implantée à Zone X.O grâce à l’initiative conjointe d’Investir Ottawa et de la Ville d’Ottawa, la ferme intelligente d’Ottawa, propulsée par AgExpert, donne les moyens aux innovateurs et aux entreprises de développer, de mettre à l’essai, de démontrer et de commercialiser de nouvelles technologies agricoles. Parmi celles-ci, on retrouve les tracteurs autonomes, les drones et la robotique avancée, l’Internet des objets, les capteurs et l’analyse de données, les communications avancées et d’autres technologies connexes.  Ces solutions offrent aux producteurs la possibilité d’améliorer le rendement et la qualité de leurs cultures, d’optimiser les coûts de production, de réduire les déchets et les émissions de carbone de leur exploitation, de rehausser la sécurité et la salubrité alimentaires, et d’améliorer la gestion, le rendement et la productivité des fermes. Pour en savoir plus, visitez https://areaxo.com/fr/agriculture-intelligente/.

 

À propos de Zone X.O

Complexe de R.‑D. dans la capitale du Canada, Zone X.O accélère le développement, la mise à l’essai et l’adoption sécuritaires de technologies de prochaine génération axées sur la mobilité intelligente, l’autonomie et la connectivité. Zone X.O offre aux entreprises en démarrage, aux PME, aux multinationales et aux gouvernements une plateforme pour développer des solutions à des enjeux planétaires et les commercialiser rapidement. Combinant diverses expertises aux forces vives des pôles technologiques en télécommunications et cybersécurité d’Ottawa et exploitant l’infrastructure de communications la plus avancée au monde, Zone X.O est le seul complexe de R.‑D. quatre saisons dotée d’un circuit de test véhicule à tout (V2X) public-privé sur rue en Amérique du Nord. Elle stimule la création, la commercialisation et l’adoption d’innovations majeures en mobilité intelligente. Les technologies qui y sont développées profitent à nos communautés, à notre économie et à l’environnement et trouvent application dans les domaines des télécommunications, de l’agriculture intelligente, de la défense, de la sécurité, de la sécurité publique, des véhicules aériens sans pilote et des villes intelligentes. Établie et gérée par Investir Ottawa, Zone X.O reçoit le soutien essentiel de partenaires fondateurs de classe mondiale, dont : le gouvernement du Canada (par l’intermédiaire de FedDev Ontario), le gouvernement de l’Ontario (par l’intermédiaire du Réseau ontarien d’innovation pour les véhicules [ROIV] géré par le Centre d’innovation de l’Ontario), la Ville d’Ottawa, Accenture, BlackBerry QNX, Ericsson, Microsoft, Nokia et les établissements postsecondaires d’Ottawa. Pour en savoir plus, visitez https://areaxo.com/fr/.

 

À propos d’Investir Ottawa

Investir Ottawa est la principale agence de développement du secteur du savoir de la capitale du Canada. Ses missions : la croissance économique et la création d’emplois. Pour contribuer à faire d’Ottawa une ville innovante, inclusive, tournée vers l’avenir et reconnue mondialement, l’agence fournit aux entrepreneurs de nombreux programmes et services sur le développement d’entreprises, l’expansion internationale et les talents afin de donner une impulsion aux projets d’affaires et aux entrepreneurs locaux, ce qui favorisera leur essor. Ces programmes et services comprennent notamment de la formation axée sur les petites entreprises, du mentorat, le développement d’entreprises de technologie, l’attraction d’entreprises et d’investissements étrangers, le renforcement et l’expansion d’entreprises locales dans des secteurs ciblés, la commercialisation, et la promotion de la diversité économique et de la qualité de vie à Ottawa. Investir Ottawa administre aussi les cours Bayview, qui sont le carrefour d’innovation et le guichet unique pour l’accélération d’entreprises à Ottawa, en plus d’avoir fondé et d’exploiter Zone X.O, un complexe de R.‑D. axé sur la mobilité, l’autonomie et la connectivité intelligentes. Depuis 2013, l’agence a offert son soutien à près de 14 000 entreprises, participant à la création de plus de 14 700 emplois, aidant les entreprises locales à mobiliser 1,86 milliard de dollars en capitaux, et attirant à Ottawa plus de 1,47 milliard de dollars en investissements directs intérieurs et étrangers. Pour en savoir plus, visitez www.investottawa.ca.

 

À propos de Financement agricole Canada

Financement agricole Canada (FAC) est le plus important prêteur au secteur agricole et agroalimentaire canadien et son engagement est centré sur l’industrie qui nourrit le monde. Le personnel de FAC s’engage à soutenir le succès à long terme des producteurs et des transformateurs alimentaires canadiens en leur offrant des solutions de financement flexibles, les logiciels de gestion d’entreprise AgExpert ainsi que l’information et les connaissances nécessaires. FAC propose une gamme de services spécialisés destinés à répondre aux besoins complexes et changeants des entreprises alimentaires. En tant que société d’État à vocation financière, FAC se positionne comme partenaire stable, réinvestissant ses profits dans l’industrie et les collectivités qu’elle soutient. Pour en savoir plus, visitez fcc.ca

 

À propos d’AgExpert

Les logiciels AgExpert Comptabilité et AgExpert Champs fournissent de précieuses informations pour les essais et la R.‑D. de technologies à la ferme intelligente d’Ottawa. Utilisés par des clients dans chaque province et dans tous les secteurs de l’agriculture et de la production alimentaire au Canada, ces logiciels simplifient l’ensemble du processus de tenue de livres, de la gestion des champs aux finances, en mettant à la disposition des agriculteurs les données dont ils ont besoin pour prendre les meilleures décisions d’affaires.

Les logiciels AgExpert de Financement agricole Canada (FAC) sont conçus pour répondre aux besoins de l’agriculture canadienne. Les logiciels AgExpert Comptabilité et AgExpert Champs sont des solutions simples pour accompagner les responsables de la tenue de livres à chaque étape, leur permettant de gagner du temps, de rester organisés et de gérer leurs données agricoles en toute confiance. AgExpert est la première entreprise au Canada à recevoir la certification Ag Data Transparent pour ses logiciels, ce qui garantit que vos données sont protégées selon les normes les plus élevées.

 

Relations avec les médias

Sonya Shorey

Vice-présidente, Stratégie, marketing et communications

Investir Ottawa, Zone X.O et cours Bayview

613-851-9416

[email protected]

 

Éva Larouche

Conseillère en communication
Financement agricole Canada
1-888-780-6647
[email protected]

 

 

Posted in News, Press Releases
Sep 27, 2023

Area X.O logo and Invest Ottawa logo.

Companies Demo Emerging Technologies at the Second TCXpo Hosted by Area X.O, Transport Canada and Fellow Partners

Ottawa, Ontario; September 27, 2023 Area X.O, the R&D complex operated by Invest Ottawa for next-gen smart mobility, autonomy and connectivity, Transport Canada (TC) and fellow partners are delighted to host TCXpo, the national smart mobility tech demonstration day, today in Canada’s Capital.

Hosted in the heart of Ottawa, a global tech hub with the highest concentration of tech talent in North America, TCXpo will bring together more than 70 companies from coast to coast to host live technology demonstrations and exhibits at Area X.O. More than 1,000 stakeholders from industry, government, academia and the investment community will descend on Area X.O’s 1,800-acre private innovation facility to participate in this epic demo day. It creates a unique opportunity to experience the impact of cutting-edge Canadian technologies, including many targeting global markets valued in the billions.

Startups, scaleups, small- and medium-sized companies from Canada’s Capital and across the country will demonstrate innovations in different stages of development. They include connected and autonomous vehicles (CAVs), drones, advanced robots, smart city solutions, IoT (Internet of Things), sensors and data analytics, smart farming innovations and more. These smart mobility applications span many sectors of our economy – from intelligent transportation to defence, public safety, smart farming, telecom, cleantech, environment and smart cities.  They also represent significant market opportunity. According to a report by Spherical Insights & Consulting, the global smart mobility market was valued at USD $48.54 billion in 2022, and it is expected to exceed USD $403 Billion by 2032.

Many of the demonstrators and exhibitors have benefitted from capabilities, programs, and support provided by Transport Canada, the Innovation, Science and Economic Development (ISED) Innovative Solution Canada (ISC) Challenge Program, DND’s Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS) program, the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), NGen Canada, the advanced manufacturing supercluster and Area X.O. TCXpo will enable all participating companies to engage prospective talent, clients, partners, suppliers, investors and regulators throughout the day. These connections can stimulate new R&D, business and investment opportunities that propel growth and success.

Building on five years of collaboration between Area X.O and TC and the inaugural TCXpo in 2022, this second demo day has attracted 50 percent more demonstrators and double the number of  participants.  It features:

  • High-profile announcements, special guests and a wealth of networking
  • Guided tours with the opportunity to experience $51M in capabilities available to smart mobility companies at Area X.O; this includes one of the world’s most advanced communications infrastructures; leading cybersecurity, data analytics and simulation capabilities; a 100-acre smart farm; and the only drone and advanced robotics testing and training facility of its kind in Canada
  • CTV Ottawa’s Rosey Edeh who will serve as a roving reporter on the ground with live-streaming

TCXpo is an anchor event in Smart Mobility Week in Canada’s Capital, together with the Transportation Association of Canada conference from September 24 to 27, and CAV Canada, the flagship smart mobility thought leadership conference hosted by Area X.O, Invest Ottawa and Kanata North Business Association on September 28.

TCXpo is made possible through a joint venture between Area X.O operated by Invest Ottawa, Transport Canada, and generous contributions from:

  • Government of Canada partners including ISED; DND, FedDev Ontario, and NGen
  • Area X.O sponsors including FCC, MDK Business Law, and Rogers
  • TCXpo event sponsors including Ansys, Bradley Kelly, InDro Robotics, Nokia, OC Transpo, Optimal Show Experience (OSE), Ottawa International Airport and Ottawa Tourism
  • Area X.O co-founding partners including the Government of Canada (FedDev Ontario), the Government of Ontario (through the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network managed by the Ontario Centre of Innovation), the City of Ottawa, Accenture, BlackBerry QNX, Ericsson, Microsoft, Nokia and Ottawa’s post-secondary institutions

 

Featured Quotes Available to Media

“It is a privilege to collaborate with Transport Canada and all partners on the second edition of TCXpo. This demonstration day drives action on our updated five-year strategic plan and our vision for Area X O. It enables us to help innovators and companies in Canada’s Capital and across the country leverage Ottawa’s unique capabilities and expertise to commercialize their technologies and grow their business. The firms with us today are improving our world, creating new jobs, and fuelling our economy. And they are doing it as part of a thriving, collaborative national ecosystem. We are honoured to be a part of it.”

  • Michael Tremblay, President and CEO, Invest Ottawa

 

“TCXpo brings together hundreds of innovators and companies developing and commercializing smart mobility innovations that will fuel our economy and create lasting positive change. The Government of Canada is pleased to support Invest Ottawa in their efforts to help Canadian innovators thrive in this important sector.”

 

  • The Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario

 

“Technology and innovation foster economic growth and can help enhance our transportation systems. The Government of Canada is excited to be working with organizations like Invest Ottawa to showcase Canadian talent in smart mobility, zero emission technologies, and drones Canada is a global leader in transportation innovation, and TCXpo showcases some of our best and brightest technologies.” 

  • The Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, Minister of Transport

 

 

“Invest Ottawa continues to support innovators here in Ottawa which is boosting our local economy. TCXpo provides a space for companies to create valuable connections and create growth and job opportunities for the future.”

  • Chandra Arya, Member of Parliament for Nepean

 

“Demonstration events such as TCXpo are essential for the defence innovation ecosystem to build defence capabilities. Advances in domains such as Cybersecurity, 5G, AI and machine learning technology being showcased at TCXpo are critical paths to future defence needs.”

  • Jaspinder Komal, Assistant Deputy Minister, Defence Research and Development Canada, Department of National Defence

 

“It’s truly exciting to see the emerging technologies developed by innovators and companies right here in Ottawa. TXCpo, hosted by Area X.O, Transport Canada and fellow collaborators, along with ongoing R&D at Area X.O and across Ottawa’s tech hub, underscores Ottawa’s pivotal role in shaping smart mobility innovation and its global impact.  This fortifies our technology sector, creates new jobs, and attracts new business and investment to our city.”

  • His Worship Mark Sutcliffe, Mayor of Ottawa

 

“It is a great pleasure to celebrate dozens of smart mobility innovators and firms from Ottawa and across the province, and the new technologies they are demonstrating at TCXpo. This event directly supports the goals of the Government of Ontario, and the investments we have made through the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN). Area X.O operated by Invest Ottawa is a Regional Technology Development Site (RTDS) within this pan-provincial network that is fueling technology commercialization, job creation and the growth of Ontario’s economy. This impact is on full display today at Area X.O here in my riding.”

  • Lisa MacLeod, MPP, Nepean

 

“NGen is the industry-led, non-profit organization leading Canada’s global innovation cluster for advanced manufacturing. In support of this mandate, we have developed a cross-country network of clients, project partners, and clusters all working to enhance the competitiveness and grow Canada’s advanced manufacturing sector.  This includes Area X.O and many innovators and companies developing and commercializing new smart mobility technologies. TCXpo directly supports our objectives by creating a unique opportunity for NGen-supported companies to engage a critical mass of investors and clients.”

  • Jayson Myers, President and CEO, NGen Canada

 

“AirShare designs and manufactures the OVERWATCH(R) system to detect, track, and safely mitigate wayward and malicious drones. Our novel countermeasure safely downs drones by entangling their propellers, blocking air intakes, jamming their control surfaces, and obscuring important flight sensors. We have collaborated with DND, many customers, and Invest Ottawa throughout our entrepreneurial journey. We are excited to showcase our defence and public safety solution at TXCpo this year as we continue to pursue domestic and international market opportunities.”

  • Shanaz Sigouin, Co-founder and Chief Administration Officer, AirShare, Inc.

 

“Building on our evolving partnership with Area X.O and Invest Ottawa, InDro Robotics is honoured to lead and manage the drone and robotics demonstrations zone at TCXpo again this year. We are excited to showcase our latest innovations, and welcome companies from across Canada to this demo day. It enables us to highlight how Area X.O and its newly established Drone and Advanced Robotics Testing and Training (DARTT) facility can accelerate the safe commercialization of these technologies. These capabilities are one of the key reasons we chose to build our R&D team here in Ottawa.”

  • Philip Reece, Founder and CEO, InDro Robotics

 

“Sensor Cortek is at the forefront of AI innovation, specializing in the development of advanced artificial intelligence algorithms that aim to enhance the functionality of perception systems across various industries, with a focus on advanced driver-assistance and autonomous vehicles. We continue to leverage the unique capabilities of Area X.O to accelerate the commercialization of our technology. As a participant in the inaugural TXCpo event last September, I can speak to the value it provides first-hand. We are excited to showcase the new features of our solution for the hundreds of stakeholders coming together at this national demo day.”

  • Fahed Hassanat, Co-Founder, COO and Head of Engineering, Sensor Cortek

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“JPlug.io is bringing the convenience of charging electric vehicles to condominium and multi-family dwellings parking spots. Our business targets condominium developers, condo residents and property managers, and strives to give everyone who owns an electric vehicle immediate access to the economical and comfort benefits of electric mobility. We are excited to leverage the unique capabilities of Area X.O, and demonstrate our innovation for prospective clients, partners and investors at TCXpo. This is a critical opportunity as we scale our business and drive the adoption of our product.”

  • Jorge Pantoja​, Founder and CEO, ​​JPlug.io

 

“The collective efforts of innovators and companies showcased today not only strengthen our technology sector but also contribute to job creation, attracting new investments, and advancing smart mobility innovation on a global scale.”

  • Claudia Krywiak, President and CEO, Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI)

 

About Area X.O

Area X.O is the R&D complex in Canada’s Capital that enables and accelerates the safe and secure development, testing, and adoption of next-generation smart mobility, autonomy, and connectivity technologies. Area X.O helps startups, SMEs, multinationals, and governments address grand challenges and opportunities, and get to market faster. Combining diverse expertise with Ottawa’s telecom and cybersecurity strengths as a global tech hub and operating one of the most advanced communications infrastructures in the world, it is the only all-weather R&D complex of its kind in North America with a private and public Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) test facility on city streets that fuels the creation, commercialization, and adoption of breakthrough smart mobility innovations. These applications benefit our community, economy, and environment, and span: telecom, smart agriculture, defence, security, and public safety; unmanned aerial vehicles, and smart cities. Established and managed by Invest Ottawa, Area X.O leverages critical support from world-class founding partners, including: the Government of Canada (through FedDev Ontario), the Government of Ontario (through the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network managed by the Ontario Centre of Innovation), the City of Ottawa, Accenture, BlackBerry QNX, Ericsson, Microsoft, Nokia, and Ottawa’s post-secondary institutions. For additional information, please visit: www.AreaXO.com

 

About Invest Ottawa

Invest Ottawa is the lead economic development agency for knowledge-based industries in Canada’s Capital, facilitating economic growth and job creation in Ottawa. Guided by a vision to help realize Ottawa’s full potential as a globally recognized, innovative, inclusive, and future-ready city, Invest Ottawa delivers venture development, global expansion, and talent programs and services that catalyze the growth and success of entrepreneurs and firms. These include small business training, mentorship, acceleration for technology firms, foreign business and investment attraction, local business retention and expansion in targeted sectors, commercialization, and marketing Ottawa’s diversified economy and high quality of life.  Invest Ottawa is also the manager of Bayview Yards, Ottawa’s innovation hub and one-stop business acceleration shop; and founder and operator of Area X.O, the R&D complex for next-gen smart mobility, autonomy and connectivity technologies. Since 2013, Invest Ottawa has supported almost 14,000; contributed to the creation of more than 14,700 jobs; helped domestic companies raise $1.86 billion in capital; and attracted $1.47 billion in domestic and foreign direct investment to Ottawa. For more information, please visit: www.investottawa.ca

 

About Transport Canada (TC)

Transport Canada (TC) is responsible for developing and overseeing the Government of Canada’s transportation policies and programs so that Canadians can have access to a transportation system that is:

  • Safe and secure;
  • Green and innovative; and
  • Efficient.

TC works towards these objectives by:

  • Proposing and updating policies, laws and regulations;
  • Conducting inspections, enforcement activities and surveillance of the transportation industry’s equipment, operations, and facilities; and
  • Providing funding to organizations for projects that strengthen the transportation network, including safety improvement projects, technological innovations and green transportation initiatives.

 

Media Contact

Sonya Shorey

Vice President, Strategy, Marketing and Communications

Invest Ottawa and Bayview Yards

613.851.9416

[email protected]