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Title:

Bee Monitoring Solutions

Agreement Number:

1021867

Agreement Value:

$44,000.00

Agreement Date:

Sep 1, 2024 - Nov 30, 2025

Description:

Beekeeping Innovations Ltd. is developing an advanced beehive management system. This innovative project combines in-hive sensors, software, and AI to provide beekeepers with real-time information for more effective hive management. The system will monitor sound, weight, temperature, humidity, and CO2 levels, allowing for comprehensive health assessment of bee colonies without frequent visual inspections. Data collected will be used to develop AI algorithms capable of predicting potential hive failures, representing a significant advancement in beekeeping technology. This collaboration aims to revolutionize beekeeping practices by offering a data-driven approach to hive management.

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 3K4

Reference Number:

172-2024-2025-Q2-1021867

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

740434816

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 183 days. The total amended value is 20,000 dollars.

Amendment Date

May 1, 2025

Recipient's Legal Name:

Beekeeping Innovations Ltd.

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:

4183

Amendments:

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