Grants and Contributions

Execution of IP strategy in an IP assist L3 from the L2 report

Foundational work for Zookeeper AI.

The FPBC conference provides forest professionals with a one-stop opportunity to earn professional development credits and is key to supporting FPBC mission of protecting the public interest by ensuring BC has competent forest professionals. The 2025 conference is scheduled for February 5-7 at the Victoria Conference Centre in Victoria and is planned as a hybrid event offering opportunities to participate either in-person or virtually. The 2025 conference will feature a combination of plenary and breakout sessions with a focus on the interconnectivity of all aspects of forest managements and land-use planning. Indigenous perspectives on forest management are incorporated throughout the conference sessions.

This project is focused on building capacity for forest access, management and use for Indigenous forest economic development opportunities.

This International Technology Pilot and Demonstration, ITPD - RoW - ZBHRF will be a pilot demonstration of a zero boiloff liquid hydrogen storage system. T system integrates cryogenic storage equipment to significantly reduce losses for customer Habas (Turkey).

This project aims to address the high rate of intimate partner violence in Guyana and promotes youth empowerment. Project activities include: (1) providing education and capacity strengthening sessions for community members on issues regarding gender-based violence; (2) conducting training sessions for Indigenous women focused on entrepreneurship and climate-smart agriculture; (3) engaging community members to create culturally relevant and gender-sensitive educational radio content segments on gender-based violence; and (4) delivering comprehensive sexual and reproductive health services to survivors of gender-based violence. The project will benefit Indigenous communities in Regions 1 and 9 of Guyana and is implemented by the Guyana Responsible Parenthood Association.

This project seeks to address the critical issue of Gender-Based Violence in Guyana where one in every three women have experienced some form of physical and/or sexual violence. Project activities include: (1) training and awareness raising for youth on issues related to child sexual assault, gender-based violence, sexual reproductive health and rights, mental health, and comprehensive sexuality education; (2) training for community leaders and members on issues related to child sexual assault and gender-based violence; (3) education and training for community leaders and members on reporting protocols and referral systems for gender-based violence; and (4) establishing a community-based men’s action group to support gender-based violence prevention and response efforts. The project will benefit over 400 community members in Guyana’s Region 10 and is implemented by Blossom Inc.

This project aims to enhance entrepreneur skills among youth, provide mental health support, and establish safe spaces for survivors of gender-based violence. It also seeks to raise awareness about gender-based violence and strengthen the capacity of local service providers to offer support. Project activities include: (1) providing vocational training for youth in agriculture, handicrafts, and eco-tourism; (2) establishing safe spaces for youth to engage in recreational and educational activities, including mental health support services and peer support groups; (3) providing training for healthcare and social workers in gender-based violence responses and support and how to build trust between police and vulnerable communities; (4) launching a public education campaign to raise awareness about gender-based violence and promote gender equality; and (5) establishing safe spaces and support centers for survivors of gender-based violence and providing aid and psychological support services. This project benefits youth in the remote Wayana Indigenous territory of Suriname, specifically the villages of Kawemhakan, Apetina, and Palumeu, and is implemented by Stichting Mulokot.

This project seeks to address the multifaceted challenges faced by Maroons youth, in the Marowijne and Brokopondo districts of Suriname, including high numbers of out-of-school youth and limited access to technological and educational resources. Project activities include: (1) conducting youth Science Technology Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) workshops; (2) providing hands-on training for the integration of technology with traditional crafts; and (3) helping youth develop projects that combine STEAM skills with traditional crafts. This project is implemented by Stichting Villa Zapakara voor Kind & Cultuur.

The objective of this AO is to support Canadian students to participate in national and international space conferences and training events that will offer them the opportunity to learn about and be involved in the latest developments in space science and technology, to develop their professional network, and in some cases, present their research results at the national and international level.