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...

This study investigates the current status of tech procurement policy in K-12 school systems across Canada and identifies best practices and challenges. It primarily draws from semi-structured interviews with procurement-related personnel, as well as a public and private sector policy...

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...

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...