Technology is an omnipresent part of everyday life, as are decisions about the ethical and safe use of technology. When we decide whether to enable location services on a new app, set up two-factor authentication for a new service, or consider taking a carbon-free transportation alternative to...

The relationship between intellectual property (IP) development, retention, and commercialization and foreign direct investment (FDI) is a key priority for Canadian innovators and policymakers. FDI is one way to bring new capital, infrastructure, labour, and ideas to Canada. The relative...

A “smart city” uses technology to manage resources more efficiently and equitably, and/or pursues long-term planning to that end. Smart city projects have been led by numerous actors, including the private sector and community groups, but a large portion of smart city work takes place within...

Population growth puts mounting pressure on food production; increasing climate disasters add further challenges, requiring farmers to produce more with less. Although recent years have placed greater focus on sustainability and the role of technology in agriculture, techniques like soil and...