TechImpact launches Digital Boost 3.0
June 3, 2024 · Fredericton, New Brunswick · Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
By strategically investing in artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity, the federal government is taking steps to engage Canadian businesses on how to capitalize on their potential while helping solve some of today’s biggest challenges.
Today, Jenica Atwin, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indigenous Services, and Member of Parliament for Fredericton, announced $2,794,100 through ACOA’s Regional Economic Growth through Innovation (REGI) program for TechImpact. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA.
This investment will support TechImpact’s Digital Boost 3.0, a province-wide program that will provide small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) access to the expertise and resources they need to navigate the complexities of data, cybersecurity, and AI and accelerate the adoption of digital technologies.
The project also supports the development of the CollabHub digital platform, a bilingual platform promoting New Brunswick’s technology ecoysytem with a directory of solution providers, latest tech news events, and career opportunities.
Today’s announcement further demonstrates the Government of Canada’s commitment to help businesses use technology and digital platforms to innovate and grow their businesses in a rapidly changing economy.
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“Initiatives like TechImpact’s Digital Boost program are a fantastic opportunity to grow Canada’s growing AI and cybersecurity landscape, driving economic growth and creating new opportunities for our communities. This program will help keep our businesses competitive for the long haul, benefiting people right across the country.”
- The Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA.
“I’m so pleased that the Government of Canada, through ACOA, is supporting TechImpact’s commitment to propelling New Brunswick’s digital economy forward, enabling businesses to thrive in today’s changing landscape.”
- Jenica Atwin, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indigenous Services, and Member of Parliament for Fredericton
“Digital Boost 3.0 builds upon the foundation that we laid in the first two Digital Boost programs. It represents our continued commitment to driving digital adoption and fostering innovation in the New Brunswick business community.”
- Cathy Simpson, CEO, TechImpact
Quick facts
TechImpact is a private sector-led organization focused on building a vibrant and growing Atlantic Canadian economy by using technology to unlock the region’s potential.
For more information on the Digital Boost 3.0 program, eligibility criteria and to sign up for information sessions, please visit CollabHub.
Funding for this project is provided through the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency’s Regional Economic Growth through Innovation (REGI) program, which supports projects that promote sustainable community economic development, enhance business development and growth, and facilitate innovation.