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Title:

Caregiver VR - VR Dementia Tour

Agreement Number:

992229

Agreement Value:

$205,000.00

Agreement Date:

Jul 1, 2022 - Nov 30, 2023

Description:

The number of individuals aged 65+ is projected to double from 703 million in 2019 to 1.5 billion globally by 2050. In response to this expected growth, there will be an increasing demand for well-trained caregivers. To address this we are developing Caregiver VR, a VR/Desktop platform that enables live VR role-playing simulations between users in front of a virtual classroom. This platform will also empower end-users to practice interactions with and experience the world from the perspective of those experiencing dementia and ageing. This helps caregivers to share core soft & hard skills in a hands-on and engaging way globally, reduces training costs, increases accessibility, all leading to better healthcare outcomes of patients.

Organization:

National Research Council Canada

Expected Results:

The purpose of IRAP Contributions to Firms is to support research, development, adoption and/or adaptation of innovative or technology-driven new or improved products, services or processes in Canada up to their commercialization

Location:

Calgary, Alberta, CA T2V 2Y6

Reference Number:

172-2022-2023-Q1-992229

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

766035067

Recipient Type:

For-profit organization

Additional Information:

This agreement has been amended 1 time(s). The end date of this agreements has been modified by 122 days.

Amendment Date

Jun 29, 2023

Recipient's Legal Name:

Kaleidoscope XR Inc.

Federal Riding Name:

Calgary Heritage

Federal Riding Number:

48007

Program:

Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Firms

Program Purpose:

Coverage:

IRAP Contributions to Firms projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation.

NAICS Code:

511211

Amendments:

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