Canada News Centre2026-09-09T17:02:33-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svghttps://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/09/government-of-canada-launches-national-ai-literacy-initiative.html

New national partnership with Amii will provide free, practical AI learning for students, educators, workers and communities across Canada

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-09-09T17:02:33-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/09/government-of-canada-to-launch-canadas-national-ai-literacy-initiative.html

Government of Canada to launch Canada’s National AI Literacy Initiative

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-09-08T11:44:29-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/09/canada-advances-international-collaboration-at-the-g20-innovation-ministerial.html

Canada advances international collaboration at the G20 Innovation Ministerial

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-09-03T15:44:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/09/government-of-canada-launches-canadas-responsible-data-centre-development-principles.html

New framework commits data centres to protecting electricity ratepayers, limiting water use and delivering lasting benefits for Canadians

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-09-03T13:43:19-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/09/minister-solomon-to-make-an-announcement-on-responsible-data-centre-development.html

The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, will make an announcement on the responsible development of data centres in Canada.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-09-02T17:09:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/08/government-of-canada-invests-in-xanadu-to-build-up-advanced-quantum-manufacturing-in-canada.html

Government of Canada invests in Xanadu to build up advanced quantum manufacturing in Canada

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-08-28T13:23:01-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/08/minister-solomon-and-mp-james-maloney-to-announce-investment-in-xanadu-to-strengthen-canadas-quantum-technology-supply-chain.html

Minister Solomon and MP James Maloney to announce investment in Xanadu to strengthen Canada’s quantum technology supply chain

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-08-27T11:06:53-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/news/2026/08/ministers-champagne-joly-hajdu-and-solomon-to-announce-canadian-response-to-us-tariffs.html

The Minister of Finance and National Revenue, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, the Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, the Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, and the Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, the Honourable Evan Solomon, will visit a local business and hold a joint press conference to announce new measures to protect and support Canadian workers and businesses during these challenging times.

Department of Finance Canada2026-08-24T18:55:24-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-launches-public-consultation-on-ai-transparency.html

Public feedback will help shape next steps to advance safe, responsible and reliable AI in Canada

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-07-23T14:00:30-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-quebec-regions/news/2026/07/artificial-intelligence-government-of-canada-investments-to-propel-quebec-businesses-forward.html

CED supports 63 projects leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) for innovation and development.

Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions2026-07-15T12:29:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-quebec-regions/news/2026/07/backgrounder-government-of-canada-supports-quebec-organizations-leveraging-artificial-intelligence.html

The following information is in addition to the news release issued on July 15, 2026, on CED’s financial assistance and the recipient organizations.

Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions2026-07-15T12:28:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-quebec-regions/news/2026/07/invitation-to-media--the-honourable-evan-solomon-to-announce-government-of-canada-support-for-quebec-organizations-leveraging-artificial-intelligence.html

In a climate of accelerated digital transformation and increase competition, artificial intelligence constitutes a key lever to boost innovation, productivity and growth among Canadian businesses.

Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions2026-07-13T11:44:25-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-backs-manitoba-companies-using-ai-to-scale-compete-and-lead.html

PrairiesCan announces more than $10.2 million in federal funding to support six innovative Manitoba businesses expanding their use of AI and digital technology

Prairies Economic Development Canada2026-07-07T13:02:28-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2026/07/backgrounder-government-of-canada-backs-manitoba-companies-using-ai-to-scale-compete-and-lead.html

The projects announced today are helping Manitoba businesses adopt new technology, create jobs and compete in new markets, while keeping Canadian innovation and economic value here at home.

Prairies Economic Development Canada2026-07-07T13:02:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2026/07/the-honourable-minister-solomon-to-announce-funding-to-strengthen-ai-in-manitoba.html

The Honourable Minister Solomon to announce funding to strengthen AI in Manitoba

Prairies Economic Development Canada2026-07-06T12:05:24-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-invests-100-million-in-vital-health-data-platform.html

VITAL will securely connect hospital data to improve health services, accelerate research and support Canadian innovation

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-06-23T12:27:43-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/06/minister-solomon-to-announce-an-investment-in-health-data-infrastructure.html

The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, and Maggie Chi, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Health, will announce a major investment in health data infrastructure.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-06-22T10:30:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-tables-new-legislation-to-protect-childrens-data-strengthen-privacy-and-build-trust-in-the-digital-economy.html

Government of Canada tables new legislation to protect children’s data, strengthen privacy and build trust in the digital economy

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-06-15T17:11:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-introduces-legislation-to-protect-canadians-privacy-in-the-digital-age.html

Today, the Government of Canada introduced Bill C-36, an Act to enact the Protecting Privacy and Consumer Data Act (PPCDA), to amend the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act and to make consequential and related amendments to other Acts.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-06-15T17:10:52-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-officials-to-hold-a-media-technical-briefing-regarding-the-new-bill-entitled-an-act-to-enact-the-protecting-privacy-and-consum.html

Officials from Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada will hold a technical briefing for the media regarding the new bill entitled An Act to enact the Protecting Privacy and Consumer Data Act, to amend the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act and to make amendments to other Acts.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-06-12T15:49:46-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-introduces-legislation-to-make-social-media-services-and-ai-chatbots-safer-for-children.html

Legislation would make social media services and AI chatbot services accountable for developing services that are safe by design and that put the safety of children first

Canadian Heritage2026-06-10T16:39:09-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/06/minister-solomon-highlights-canadas-national-artificial-intelligence.html

Countries around the world are adapting to a new era of innovation as emerging technologies reshape economies, industries and labour markets. Artificial intelligence is a key driver of this transformation, opening new opportunities to boost productivity, strengthen competitiveness and improve how people work and access services.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-06-05T12:25:08-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/06/minister-solomon-to-highlight-the-launch-of-canadas-national-artificial-intelligence-strategy.html

Minister Solomon to highlight the launch of Canada’s National Artificial Intelligence Strategy

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-06-04T16:20:30-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-officials-to-hold-a-media-technical-briefing-regarding-canadas-national-artificial-intelligence-strategy.html

Officials from Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) and other government departments will hold a technical briefing for the media regarding Canada’s National Artificial Intelligence Strategy.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-06-03T15:07:42-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/05/canada-advances-priorities-on-artificial-intelligence-quantum-technologies-and-digital-innovation-at-the-2026-g7-digital-ministers-meeting.html

Artificial intelligence, quantum technologies and digital innovation are reshaping economic growth, productivity and global competitiveness.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-05-29T17:07:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/05/joint-statement-of-the-department-of-industry-representing-the-government-of-canada-and-the-delegate-ministry-for-ai-and-digital-affairs-of-the-fre.html

Recognizing that Canada and the French Republic are global leaders in scientific research and have strong and diversified science, technology, and innovation relations, with extensive collaborations between academia, industry, and government

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-05-29T09:02:24-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/05/government-of-canada-and-government-of-the-french-republic-sign-joint-statement-on-quantum-science-and-technologies-cooperation.html

Government of Canada and Government of the French Republic sign joint statement on quantum science and technologies cooperation

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-05-29T08:30:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/05/minister-solomon-his-majesty-king-felipe-vi-of-spain-and-spanish-deputy-prime-minister-cuerpo-advance-canadaspain-artificial-intelligence-cooperati.html

Canada continues to build on its global leadership in artificial intelligence (AI) by fostering international partnerships that support innovation, attract investment and create new opportunities for businesses, researchers and workers.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-05-20T13:38:18-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/05/minister-solomon-king-of-spain-and-spanish-deputy-prime-minister-cuerpo-to-advance-artificial-intelligence-cooperation-at-mars-discovery-district.html

The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, will attend an event at MaRS Discovery District with His Majesty King Felipe VI of Spain, alongside Carlos Cuerpo, Spanish Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy, Trade and Business, to formalize cooperation in artificial intelligence.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-05-19T11:54:23-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/05/government-of-canada-supports-44-canadian-companies-using-ai-to-transform-industries-and-create-jobs.html

Compute is becoming core infrastructure for the AI economy.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-05-12T12:16:12-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/05/government-of-canada-and-telus-advance-work-to-build-sovereign-ai-infrastructure.html

This marks a significant step to bringing large-scale data centre capacity online

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-05-11T13:07:36-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/05/minister-solomon-to-attend-web-summit-vancouver-and-announce-investments-in-ai-compute.html

The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, will make an important announcement in support of Canadian artificial intelligence funding at Web Summit Vancouver.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-05-11T12:00:17-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/05/minister-solomon-to-make-announcement-supporting-sovereign-large-scale-data-centre.html

The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, will make an important announcement in support of Canadian artificial intelligence infrastructure.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-05-08T15:46:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/minister-anandasangaree-in-toronto-to-make-an-announcement-about-the-canada-community-security-program.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, along with the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, for an announcement about federal funding to support the Government of Canada’s efforts to keep Canadian communities safe.

Public Safety Canada2026-05-05T16:00:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/05/government-of-canada-announces-a-new-1-billion-business-development-bank-of-canada-program-and-500-million-in-additional-funding-for-the-regional-t.html

The government will continue to protect and strengthen the sectors most affected by U.S. tariffs

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-05-04T09:57:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/05/ministers-joly-and-solomon-to-announce-additional-support-to-protect-and-strengthen-the-sectors-most-affected-by-us-tariffs.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, and the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, will announce additional support to protect and strengthen the sectors most affected by U.S. tariffs.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-05-03T13:21:48-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/04/canada-launches-national-initiative-to-build-large-scale-ai-supercomputing-capacity.html

Applications to develop Canada’s sovereign AI supercomputing infrastructure now open

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-04-15T17:19:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/04/canada-finland-joint-statement-on-sovereign-technology-and-ai-cooperation.html

The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario and Sakari Puisto, Finnish Minister of Economic Affairs, met in Ottawa on April 14, 2026.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-04-14T09:45:21-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2026/03/government-of-canada-announces-support-for-quantum-computing-in-saskatchewan.html

PrairiesCan investment helps establish the first university-owned and operated, vendor supported, full-stack, open-architecture quantum computer in Canada

Prairies Economic Development Canada2026-03-31T15:15:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/canada-announces-funding-for-indigenous-womens-reintegration-programs.html

Today, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, announced $4,737,448.00 over five years in federal support to the Maashkaawizii Kwe "Woman of Inner strength" project, led by Thunder Women Healing Lodge Society (the Healing Lodge) through the Aboriginal Community Safety Development Contribution Program (ACSDCP).

Public Safety Canada2026-03-20T10:26:23-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/minister-solomon-to-make-an-announcement-regarding-the-aboriginal-community-safety-development-contribution-program.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, for an announcement about the Government of Canada’s efforts to support a community-led project that helps Indigenous women in Toronto.

Public Safety Canada2026-03-19T16:19:35-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/03/leaders-creators-and-innovators-come-together-at-canadas-first-ever-national-summit-on-artificial-intelligence-and-culture.html

From March 15 to 17, leaders from the cultural, technology, academic, civil society and government sectors came together at the National Summit on Artificial Intelligence and Culture to discuss a shared vision for the future of culture in the age of artificial intelligence

Canadian Heritage2026-03-17T19:05:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/03/canada-norway-joint-statement-on-sovereign-technology-and-ai-cooperation.html

The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario and Karianne Tung, Norwegian Minister for Digitalisation and Public Governance, met on the margins of India AI Action Summit on 19th of February.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-03-14T13:40:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2026/03/minister-solomon-announces-85m-for-40-ai-projects-to-help-atlantic-canadian-businesses-grow.html

AI integration across sectors is fueling economic diversification, digital transformation, and global competitiveness

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2026-03-03T08:56:06-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2026/03/projects-supporting-the-growth-of-atlantic-canadas-artificial-intelligence-ecosystem.html

Projects supporting the growth of Atlantic Canada’s artificial intelligence ecosystem

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2026-03-03T08:55:49-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2026/03/minister-solomon-to-announce-ai-investment-for-atlantic-canada.html

Minister Solomon to announce AI investment for Atlantic Canada

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2026-03-02T09:21:16-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2026/02/government-of-canada-fuels-growth-for-black-and-equity-deserving-entrepreneurs.html

FedDev Ontario invests $2 million in Foodpreneur Lab to support entrepreneurs in the food and beverage sector across southern Ontario to overcome barriers and grow their businesses

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2026-02-27T10:25:12-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2026/02/canadas-defence-industrial-strategy-to-strengthen-security-create-prosperity-and-reinforce-strategic-autonomy.html

Government of Canada provides nearly $7 million to advance made‑in‑Canada defence technologies

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2026-02-26T11:50:56-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2026/02/minister-solomon-in-toronto-to-announce-support-for-defence-industry-in-southern-ontario.html

The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), will make an important announcement for southern Ontario businesses and organizations supporting the defence industry.

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2026-02-25T10:00:06-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/02/minister-solomon-concludes-successful-visit-to-republic-of-india-strengthening-ties-to-advance-new-partnerships-in-ai-and-digital-innovation.html

Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace. While Canada strengthens its capabilities at home, the government is also deepening partnerships with high-growth economies abroad to drive investment, scale innovation and create jobs.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-02-20T17:37:43-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/02/minister-solomon-concludes-visit-to-the-kingdom-of-saudi-arabia-laying-the-foundation-for-future-collaboration-on-artificial-intelligence.html

Minister Solomon concludes visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, laying the foundation for future collaboration on artificial intelligence

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-02-17T18:48:03-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/02/canada-and-germany-sign-ai-joint-declaration-and-launch-sovereign-technology-alliance.html

Today, the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation, and Karsten Wildberger, Germany’s Minister for Digital Transformation and Government Modernization, signed the Joint Declaration of Intent on Artificial Intelligence on the margins of the Munich Security Conference. The ministers also announced the launch of the new Sovereign Technology Alliance to strengthen cooperation among trusted partners on advanced technologies.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-02-14T11:19:01-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2026/02/government-of-canada-is-helping-to-protect-build-and-transform-the-auto-industry.html

Government of Canada is helping to protect, build and transform the auto industry

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2026-02-09T10:37:12-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2026/02/minister-chartrand-announces-over-28m-in-ai-to-advance-economic-growth-and-digital-literacy0.html

Advances in AI are creating both new opportunities and new risks in an increasingly digital world.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2026-02-06T11:00:05-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2026/02/government-of-canada-supports-small-and-medium-sized-enterprises-to-navigate-cusma-compliance.html

Toronto Region Board of Trade to deliver targeted trade programming for small and medium-sized enterprises to be compliant under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2026-02-06T10:46:26-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2026/02/minister-evan-solomon-in-bradford-to-announce-support-for-automotive-manufacturing-in-southern-ontario.html

The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), will make an important announcement for automotive manufacturing in southern Ontario.

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2026-02-06T10:17:25-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2026/02/government-of-canada-to-announce-support-for-programming-to-help-small-and-medium-sized-businesses-navigate-exports.html

Chi Nguyen, Member of Parliament for Spadina–Harbourfront, on behalf of the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), will make an important announcement for Ontario-based small and medium-sized businesses.

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2026-02-05T09:38:35-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/01/summit-on-artificial-intelligence-and-culture-to-be-held-in-banff-alberta.html

National Summit on Artificial Intelligence and Culture will explore the opportunities that AI brings to Canada’s cultural and creative industries and its impacts.

Canadian Heritage2026-01-14T16:39:16-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2026/01/minister-solomon-in-waterloo-to-announce-investment-in-local-companies-to-scale-up-production.html

Minister Solomon in Waterloo to announce investment in local companies to scale up production

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2026-01-14T10:06:36-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2026/01/minister-solomon-in-waterloo-to-announce-economic-support-for-manufacturing.html

The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, will make an important announcement supporting two Ontario-based manufacturers.

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2026-01-13T10:40:36-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2026/01/government-of-canada-invests-over-15-million-to-strengthen-innovation-and-advanced-industries-in-greater-toronto-and-hamilton-area.html

FedDev Ontario investment will help eight local businesses scale up, develop new products and solutions

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2026-01-13T10:13:51-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2026/01/minister-solomon-in-welland-to-announce-regional-tariff-relief-to-help-businesses-compete-build-and-transform.html

FedDev Ontario investment supports four businesses in southern Ontario to modernize operations, protect jobs, and unlock new opportunities for growth at home and abroad

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2026-01-12T09:48:07-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2026/01/southern-ontario-businesses-to-receive-support-to-compete-build-and-transform-amid-shifting-market-conditions-with-government-of-canada-investment.html

Today, the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, announced a combined investment of more than $3.4 million for four businesses to respond, adapt and compete amid shifting market conditions.

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2026-01-12T09:48:01-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2026/01/government-of-canada-to-announce-support-to-strengthen-advanced-industries-in-the-greater-toronto-and-hamilton-area.html

The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), to make an important announcement in support of advanced industries in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area.

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2026-01-12T09:30:18-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2026/01/minister-solomon-in-niagara-to-announce-tariff-relief-for-businesses-strengthening-economic-resilience.html

The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), to make an important announcement in support of businesses impacted by trade disruptions.

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2026-01-09T09:56:16-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2025/12/government-of-canada-supports-the-growth-of-three-york-region-companies.html

FedDev Ontario investment of over $3.1 million will help local companies to scale operations, adopt advanced technologies, and strengthen local supply chains

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2025-12-18T10:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2025/12/government-of-canada-to-support-businesses-in-york-region.html

The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, will make an important announcement in support of the growth of York Region businesses.

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2025-12-17T13:52:39-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2025/12/government-of-canada-fuels-ai-growth-for-businesses-in-southern-ontario.html

FedDev Ontario investment helps 20 businesses and organizations bring new and enhanced AI technologies to market and accelerate AI adoption

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2025-12-17T11:53:32-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2025/12/twenty-businesses-and-organizations-across-southern-ontario-receive-government-of-canada-investment-to-scale-up-and-advance-ai-technologies.html

A combined Government of Canada investment of over $19 million

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2025-12-17T11:53:25-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2025/12/government-of-canada-to-support-new-and-enhanced-ai-technologies.html

The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario will make an important announcement in support of AI innovation in southern Ontario.

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2025-12-16T12:47:08-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2025/12/government-of-canada-supports-growth-of-southwestern-ontarios-manufacturing-sector.html

Government of Canada supports growth of southwestern Ontario’s manufacturing sector

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2025-12-16T12:00:32-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2025/12/government-of-canada-investments-to-help-businesses-thrive-and-drive-economic-growth.html

Businesses and entrepreneurs in Toronto and southern Ontario gain access to programs designed to advance local economic growth

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2025-12-15T12:45:08-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2025/12/minister-solomon-announces-major-new-quantum-initiative.html

Building Canada’s quantum technology ecosystem and keeping top talent at home

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2025-12-15T10:23:51-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2025/12/government-of-canada-to-announce-major-quantum-initiative.html

The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, will make an important announcement in support of the Canadian quantum sector.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2025-12-12T16:00:08-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2025/12/government-of-canada-strengthens-ontarios-ev-supply-chain-through-investment-in-next-gen-automotive-innovation.html

With a $2.5-million investment, the University of Toronto will deliver programming to help Canadian companies bring their EV innovations to market

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2025-12-12T11:45:13-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2025/12/government-of-canada-to-announce-support-for-local-businesses.html

The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), to make an important announcement to help businesses thrive and drive economic growth.

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2025-12-12T10:24:08-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2025/12/government-of-canada-to-announce-support-for-electric-vehicle-innovation-in-ontario.html

Government of Canada to announce support for electric vehicle innovation in Ontario

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2025-12-11T09:57:19-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2025/12/canada-advances-international-cooperation-on-industry-ai-and-digital-technology-at-the-g7-industry-digital-and-technology-ministers-meeting.html

Today’s global challenges—including international peace and security, global economic stability and growth, and the digital transition—require Canadians and allies to work together to find shared solutions.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2025-12-09T17:10:27-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2025/12/ministers-anandasangaree-anand-and-solomon-to-make-an-announcement.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, for an announcement on artificial intelligence.

Public Safety Canada2025-12-09T16:45:48-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2025/12/canada-and-the-united-kingdom-strengthen-ties-on-quantum-and-digital-infrastructure.html

Canada and the United Kingdom strengthen ties on quantum and digital infrastructure

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2025-12-09T15:21:30-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2025/12/joint-statement-of-the-first-meeting-of-the-canada-european-union-digital-partnership-council.html

The first meeting of the Canada - European Union (EU) Digital Partnership Council took place in Montréal, Quebec on December 8, 2025.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2025-12-08T12:52:17-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2025/12/canada-and-the-european-union-to-deepen-their-collaboration-on-artificial-intelligence-and-digital-credentials-and-trust-services.html

Minister Solomon hosted first meeting of Canada–European Union Digital Partnership Council

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2025-12-08T12:52:10-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2025/12/joint-statement-by-canadas-minister-solomon-and-germanys-minister-wildberger-announcing-the-canada-germany-digital-alliance.html

The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario met with Karsten Wildberger, German Minister for Digital Transformation and Government Modernization

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2025-12-08T10:32:54-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2025/12/canada-and-germany-deepen-their-collaboration-on-advanced-technologies.html

Canada and Germany deepen their collaboration on advanced technologies New Canada–Germany Digital Alliance and closer collaboration on quantum commercialization will enhance productivity for both countries

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2025-12-08T10:32:31-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2025/12/new-initiative-to-help-accelerate-business-opportunities-in-canadas-defence-sector-supply-chains.html

Eligible businesses can now apply to the Regional Defence Investment Initiative to scale up, improve productivity and access supply chain opportunities

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2025-12-05T09:33:55-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2025/12/government-of-canada-to-announce-support-for-defence-innovation-in-southern-ontario.html

The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, will make an important announcement in support of innovation in the defence sector.

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2025-12-04T11:18:13-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2025/11/parliamentary-secretary-taleeb-noormohamed-to-participate-in-ocean-supercluster-announcement.html

Parliamentary Secretary Taleeb Noormohamed to participate at Ocean Supercluster announcement

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2025-11-26T17:20:03-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2025/11/government-of-canada-supports-housing-innovation-in-ottawa-region.html

FedDev Ontario invests $1 million to advance modular and prefabricated housing solutions

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2025-11-25T11:15:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2025/11/government-of-canada-showcases-partnership-with-nokia-to-expand-canadas-leadership-in-5g-research-and-development.html

Project will create over 300 jobs and support innovative solutions to boost R&D and advanced networking in Canada

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2025-11-25T09:33:45-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2025/11/government-of-canada-to-highlight-a-project-supporting-canadas-leading-position-in-5g-research-and-development.html

The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, on behalf of the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, will participate in a groundbreaking ceremony to highlight a project that supports research and development (R&D) in advanced networking in Canada.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2025-11-24T17:06:12-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2025/11/government-of-canada-invests-in-bilingual-workforce-development-and-francophone-entrepreneurship-across-southern-ontario.html

A combined investment of more than $1 million from FedDev Ontario to support new opportunities for Francophone talent across southern Ontario.

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2025-11-17T10:45:12-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2025/11/government-of-canada-investments-in-womens-sport-to-spur-economic-growth-and-community-engagement.html

The Government of Canada announces its intent to invest up to $5.45 million towards the growth of the Northern Super League at the NSL Final in Toronto

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2025-11-15T13:43:34-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2025/11/government-of-canada-to-make-an-announcement-supporting-bilingual-workforce-development-and-entrepreneurship-in-southern-ontario.html

The Honourable Mark Gerretsen, Member of Parliament for Kingston and the Islands, on behalf of the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), will make an important announcement to support helping businesses attract bilingual talent and create inclusive economic opportunities across southern Ontario.

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2025-11-14T10:05:23-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2025/11/government-of-canada-delivers-investments-from-budget-2025-to-buy-canadian-and-build-canadas-industrial-strength.html

The Government of Canada is building the strongest economy in the G7 – an economy rooted in Canadian workers, Canadian materials, and Canadian innovation.

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2025-11-10T12:32:15-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2025/11/minister-evan-solomon-to-highlight-budget-investments-advancing-the-buy-canadian-policy-in-toronto.html

The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), will highlight federal budget investments supporting the Buy Canadian Policy in Toronto

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2025-11-07T13:37:01-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2025/10/media-accreditation-process-now-open-for-the-g7-industry-digital-and-technology-ministers-meeting.html

On December 8 and 9, 2025, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, and the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, will co-host the G7 Industry, Digital and Technology Ministers’ Meeting in Montréal, Quebec.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2025-10-31T16:30:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2025/10/canada-to-host-g7-industry-digital-and-technology-ministers-meeting-in-montreal.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, and the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, look forward to co-hosting the G7 Industry, Digital and Technology Ministers’ Meeting in Montréal, Quebec, from December 8 to 9, 2025.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2025-10-31T16:02:01-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2025/10/parliamentary-secretary-noormohamed-to-make-a-public-safety-announcement-in-surrey.html

Taleeb Noormohamed, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation, will make an announcement in Surrey, British Columbia, to highlight how the Government of Canada will continue to keep communities safe.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2025-10-16T10:09:01-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2025/10/minister-solomon-concludes-successful-visit-to-the-gulf-to-strengthen-trade-ties-with-the-uae-and-qatar.html

Today, the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, concluded successful visits to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Qatar, delivering on new partnerships and strengthened trade ties with the two countries.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2025-10-15T16:44:27-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2025/10/canada---qatar-joint-declaration.html

His Excellency Mr. Mohammed bin Ali bin Mohammed Al Mannai, Minister of Communications and Information Technology of the State of Qatar, and The Honourable Evan Solomon, Canada’s Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, held a bilateral meeting on October 15, 2025, in Doha to accelerate cooperation between the two countries across a range of issues.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2025-10-15T15:56:18-04:00