Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Smart Glasses
Agreement Number:
1043102
Agreement Value:
$200,000.00
Agreement Date:
May 19, 2026 - Jun 25, 2027
Description:
The market for electronic and software assistive technologies for people with visual impairments is evolving rapidly thanks to AI, particularly with the rise of smart glasses, which are now affordable, stylish, and mass-produced. However, because they are designed for the general public, they are sometimes ill suited to the specific needs of people with visual impairments. The project therefore aims to develop specialized software applications to improve mobility, navigation, object recognition, and reading, with a reliable and intuitive interface.
Organization:
National Research Council Canada
Expected Results:
The expected results and outcomes of NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program is focused on growing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through innovation and wealth creation for Canada.
Location:
Drummondville, Quebec, CA J2C 7G7
Reference Number:
172-2026-2027-Q1-1043102
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
123464612
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Legal Name:
Technologies Humanware inc.
Federal Riding Name:
Drummond
Federal Riding Number:
24025
Program:
Industrial Research Assistance Program
Program Purpose:
The purpose of Industrial Research Assistance Program Contributions to Firms is to provide support that assists small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to advance their innovation knowledge and ability to innovate, grow through innovation and stimulate wealth creation for Canada.
Coverage:
Industrial Research Assistance Program projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation and strengthen Canadian innovation ecosystem by creating new industrial capacity.
NAICS Code:
334110