Title:
AI-based prediction model capable of forecasting waste generation patterns
Agreement Number:
1033166
Agreement Value:
$75,000.00
Agreement Date:
Jul 11, 2025 - Mar 31, 2026
Description:
This project aims to develop an AI-based waste forecasting system to meet rising demands for smarter, data-driven waste management. With growing pressure on municipalities and operators to achieve diversion targets and boost efficiency, accurate waste volume prediction is critical. This initiative supports the firm’s strategy to expand digital capabilities and deliver scalable, tech-enabled services across Canada and beyond, leveraging its integrated model of owned bins, trucks, and proprietary ERP.
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:
Richmond, British Columbia, CA V6V 1L6
Reference Number:
172-2025-2026-Q2-1033166
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
833969041
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Legal Name:
SF Disposal Queen Ltd
Federal Riding Name:
Steveston--Richmond East
Federal Riding Number:
59031
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.