Title:
AI Assist - Transportation Safety & Monitoring AI Agent Dev
Agreement Number:
1027852
Agreement Value:
$75,000.00
Agreement Date:
Feb 1, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025
Description:
This project aims to develop a real-time fatigue detection and intervention system for heavy-duty machine operators, such as truck drovers, using smartwatch and sensor-based technology. By detecting and alerting operators to the onset of fatigue, the system will help reduce workplace accidents and enhance overall safety by empowering the driver to understand themselves more and take appropriate action.
Organization:
National Research Council Canada
Expected Results:
The NRC IRAP Artificial Intelligence (AI) Assist Program aims to equip and support SMEs to incorporate AI into their core products and services and/or undertake scientific research, product development, testing, and validation. AI Assist aims to increase the number, the quality, and the competitiveness of Generative AI (Gen AI), Deep Neural Nets (DNN), and Deep Learning (DL) products created and delivered by SMEs.
Location:
Calgary, Alberta, CA T2P 0R8
Reference Number:
172-2024-2025-Q4-1027852
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
751246109
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 92 days.
Amendment Date
Jul 10, 2025
Recipient's Operating Name:
my-eforce
Recipient's Legal Name:
EFORCE RECOVERY SYSTEM INC.
Federal Riding Name:
Calgary Centre
Federal Riding Number:
48004
Program:
Industrial Research Assistance Program – AI Assist
Program Purpose:
The NRC IRAP Artificial Intelligence (AI) Assist Program aims to equip and support SMEs to incorporate AI into their core products and services and/or undertake scientific research, product development, testing, and validation. AI Assist aims to increase the number, the quality, and the competitiveness of Generative AI (Gen AI), Deep Neural Nets (DNN), and Deep Learning (DL) products created and delivered by SMEs.
Coverage:
The AI Assist program is designed to help innovative SMEs navigate the challenges of developing and adapting generative AI (GenAI) and deep learning (DL) solutions and to assist SMEs with awareness, planning and execution in order to develop these technologies safely and ethically.