When Innovation and Sustainability Collide: WEtech Alliance's First i.d.e.a. Fund Cohort Focused on a Cleaner, Greener Future

From automated vertical farming and bioengineered fibres to patient-centric healthcare software and sacrificial anode corrosion protection, WEtech Alliance’s first inaugural i.d.e.a Fund cohort is filled with innovative projects from a diverse array of early-stage technology companies — all focused on creating a greener economy.

UWindsor Secures $5M Partnership with TELUS to Propel 5G Research and Innovation

The launch of a 5G connected campus and commercial lab will support advanced research with 5G technology and establish the university as a go-to centre for innovation. DETAILS

FedDev Ontario Invests $5.3M in Regional Area Manufacturers

Two Windsor manufacturers, Cedar Valley Selections Inc. and Uni-Fab are funding recipients to scale their businesses creating 55 jobs and improve manufacturing capabilities. DETAILS

UWindsor CHARGE Lab Hosts Prime Ministerial Visit

The Centre for Hybrid Automotive Research and Green Energy (CHARGE) lab greeted Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau with a tour and round table discussion on EV Research. DETAILS

More Tech News:

• Recent WECAN Event Showcases Angel Investing and Networking to Local Investors
• Windsor-Essex Chamber Announces 2023 Business Excellence Awards Finalists
• Workforce WindsorEssex Report | Benefits of Remote Work in our Community
• Tech Bytes | The Southwestern Ontario Black Entrepreneurship Network. Find out on page 25 of the Feb issue of Biz X Magazine
• Check out even more Tech News HERE.

Celebrating Black Innovators, Entrepreneurs, and Inventors (February 23)

In honour of Black History Month, join WEtech Alliance as we welcome the President of the Essex County Black Historical Research Society, Irene Moore Davis, in sharing why Black History is celebrated and the powerful impacts innovations from Black inventors have made throughout the world. Want more? Check out these Windsor-Essex and Chatham-Kent Black History Month events and activities.

Intro to Lakehouse Architecture (February 9)

Join special guest speaker Deepak Kaushik for a rundown of Azure Lakehouse. DETAILS

Future of Mobility Challenge (February 11)

The Future of Mobility and Cyber-related Challenges will announce the winners after a series of challenges, with an Employer Networking event following the announcement. DETAILS

StrikeUP 2023 Conference for Women Entrepreneurs (March 2)

StrikeUP is a virtual conference dedicated to supporting women entrepreneurs and providing a forum for growth, mentorship and financing. DETAILS

AC:Studio Innovation Showcase (March 2)

Connect with over 100 emerging startups participating in the AC:Studio program; a community of innovators, entrepreneurs, investors, government officials, and industry experts. DETAILS

More Tech Events:

• Border City Data: Behind-the-Scenes of ADUSearch (February 13)
• 5G Connectivity for Border Crossing Challenge (February 15)
• Coffee. ConneCKt Learn (February 15)
• AWS Re:Invent Re:Cap (February 21)
• Winfosec: OWASP Top 10 Session 4: Insecure Design (February 24)
• Women in Mobility Peer Group (February 28)
• Save the Date: TeCK Week YQG Returns March 20-24, 2023
• Check out even more Tech Events HERE.

Tech Connect Thursdays Series with VanHack Learning Hub (February 2)

Join us as VanHack Learning Hub covers strategies to craft successful Resumes and LinkedIn profiles. The speaker will share tips to help attendees have a high-performing profile with the essential aspects recruiters and employers are looking for.