Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Youth Programmer
Agreement Number:
1030791
Agreement Value:
$30,000.00
Agreement Date:
May 1, 2025 - Oct 31, 2025
Description:
Possibility Neurotechnologies specializes in neurotechnology that enables people with severe communication and mobility disabilities, such as cerebral palsy, to interact with their environment using a brain-computer interface. Through the Think2Switch™ system, nonverbal users can communicate basic commands using neural oscillations detected via a headband device with sensors. Acting as a translator, Think2Switch™ bridges the gap between thoughts and actions. This project aims to enhance product usability and functionality by leveraging artificial intelligence for improved user accessibility and control. By refining these innovations and engaging families and clinics in real-world pilots, the firm seeks to solidify product-market fit.
Organization:
National Research Council Canada
Expected Results:
The purpose of IRAP’s Youth Employment Program is to assist in increasing the supply of highly qualified people, promoting the benefits of advanced studies, demonstrating federal leadership by investing in the skills required to meet the needs of the knowledge economy and facilitating the transition of highly skilled young people to a rapidly changing labour market.
Location:
Calgary, Alberta, CA T2L 1Y8
Reference Number:
172-2025-2026-Q1-1030791
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
758573745
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Operating Name:
Possibility Neurotechnologies
Recipient's Legal Name:
14450949 Canada Inc.
Federal Riding Name:
Calgary Confederation
Federal Riding Number:
48005
Program:
Industrial Research Assistance Program – Youth Employment Program
Program Purpose:
The purpose of IRAP’s Youth Employment Program is to assist in increasing the supply of highly qualified people, promoting the benefits of advanced studies, demonstrating federal leadership by investing in the skills required to meet the needs of the knowledge economy and facilitating the transition of highly skilled young people to a rapidly changing labour market.
Coverage:
IRAP Youth Employment Program projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation.
NAICS Code:
54171