innovation Archives | City Share Canada https://citysharecanada.ca/initiative-tag/innovation/ Thu, 06 May 2021 17:53:25 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://citysharecanada.ca/wp-content/uploads/favicon.png innovation Archives | City Share Canada https://citysharecanada.ca/initiative-tag/innovation/ 32 32 EDGE UP 2.0 is a program with Calgary Economic Development to provide training for 320 displaced oil and gas professionals for careers in tech. https://citysharecanada.ca/initiative/edge-up-2-0-is-a-program-with-calgary-economic-development-to-provide-training-for-320-displaced-oil-and-gas-professionals-for-careers-in-tech/ Thu, 06 May 2021 17:53:25 +0000 https://citysharecanada.ca/?post_type=initiative&p=2654 EDGE UP (Energy to Digital Growth Education and Upskilling Project) is a multi-stakeholder program launched in Calgary in 2019 to test new approaches to skills development for workers to re-engage with technology jobs being created in all sectors of Calgary’s economy. The EDGE UP 2.0 program is led by Calgary Economic Development and delivered in partnership […]

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]]> EDGE UP (Energy to Digital Growth Education and Upskilling Project) is a multi-stakeholder program launched in Calgary in 2019 to test new approaches to skills development for workers to re-engage with technology jobs being created in all sectors of Calgary’s economy. The EDGE UP 2.0 program is led by Calgary Economic Development and delivered in partnership with the Information and Communications Technology Council, University of Calgary Continuing Education, SAIT, Bow Valley College, Mount Royal University, and Riipen. The program targets professionals displaced from the structural change in the oil and gas sector. Students are trained for in-demand information technology jobs including data analysts, full-stack software developers, information technology project managers, cybersecurity analysts, UI/UX Designers, Digital Marketing, etc. Details on the NEW EDGE UP 2.0 program and how to apply will be available June 2021. 

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]]> Building Atlantic Canada’s entrepreneurship and innovation sector with focus on BIPOC entrepreneurs and BIPOC-led organizations  https://citysharecanada.ca/initiative/building-atlantic-canadas-entrepreneurship-and-innovation-sector-with-focus-on-bipoc-entrepreneurs-and-bipoc-led-organizations/ Thu, 06 May 2021 15:46:28 +0000 https://citysharecanada.ca/?post_type=initiative&p=2644 BIPOC entrepreneurs and BIPOC-led organizations in Atlantic Canada are forming strategic partnerships with incubators and accelerators as part of a co-operative effort to dismantle historical systemic barriers built even higher by the pandemic.

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]]> BIPOC entrepreneurs and BIPOC-led organizations in Atlantic Canada are forming strategic partnerships with incubators and accelerators as part of a co-operative effort to dismantle historical systemic barriers built even higher by the pandemic.

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]]> UK accelerator Connected Places Catapult has launched a guide to jumpstart the UK’s economic recovery https://citysharecanada.ca/initiative/uk-accelerator-connected-places-catapult-has-launched-a-guide-which-aims-to-help-jumpstart-the-uks-economic-recovery-by-seeding-and-supporting-innovation-quarters-districts-and-cor/ Wed, 28 Apr 2021 13:26:53 +0000 https://citysharecanada.ca/?post_type=initiative&p=2570 Hubs of Innovation: A playbook for place leaders was created in collaboration with the UK Innovation Districts Group, with research led by The Business of Cities and is designed for place-leaders, anchor institutions and larger stakeholders who play key roles in the innovation sector. The report provides guidance to those at different stages of maturity in developing innovation hubs […]

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]]> Hubs of Innovation: A playbook for place leaders was created in collaboration with the UK Innovation Districts Group, with research led by The Business of Cities and is designed for place-leaders, anchor institutions and larger stakeholders who play key roles in the innovation sector. The report provides guidance to those at different stages of maturity in developing innovation hubs and draws on best practices from existing hubs such as MediaCityUK in Salford, the Belfast Innovation District, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in East London and the Knowledge Quarter in Liverpool.

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]]> Vaccine Hunters Canada is helping people find locations with vaccine availability, as the vaccine rollout can be confusing for many residents who’ve had trouble figuring out who’s eligible and where to go to get inoculated.  https://citysharecanada.ca/initiative/vaccine-hunters-canada-is-helping-people-find-locations-with-vaccine-availability-as-the-vaccine-rollout-can-be-confusing-for-many-residents-whove-had-trouble-figuring-out-whos-eligible-and/ Mon, 19 Apr 2021 13:48:08 +0000 https://citysharecanada.ca/?post_type=initiative&p=2511 The organization, created by a Toronto-based web developer, shares up-to-date information on Twitter and Discord about eligibility and vaccine clinic locations across the country, and many have been using it to navigate the confusing process of booking appointments and getting that first dose. Volunteers monitor public health portals, vaccine clinic websites and tips from the account’s followers.

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]]> The organization, created by a Toronto-based web developer, shares up-to-date information on Twitter and Discord about eligibility and vaccine clinic locations across the country, and many have been using it to navigate the confusing process of booking appointments and getting that first dose. Volunteers monitor public health portals, vaccine clinic websites and tips from the account’s followers.

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]]> Delivery optimization solution pilot being offered to Toronto restaurants this winter https://citysharecanada.ca/initiative/delivery-optimization-solution-pilot-being-offered-to-toronto-restaurants-this-winter/ Thu, 04 Feb 2021 14:43:15 +0000 https://citysharecanada.ca/?post_type=initiative&p=2487 Through the pilot, Deliverect’s solution will connect UberEats, Doordash, SkipTheDishes, and other delivery companies directly to restaurants’ POS system in order to automate the online order process. Deliverect’s platform aims to alleviate the requirement to have staff maintain multiple tablets for delivery orders, reducing mistakes and wait times for customers. At least 100 independently-owned restaurants are […]

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]]> Through the pilot, Deliverect’s solution will connect UberEats, Doordash, SkipTheDishes, and other delivery companies directly to restaurants’ POS system in order to automate the online order process. Deliverect’s platform aims to alleviate the requirement to have staff maintain multiple tablets for delivery orders, reducing mistakes and wait times for customers. At least 100 independently-owned restaurants are expected to receive free access to the platform for 90 days through the pilot. The program seeks to pilot solutions that target challenges facing main street small businesses.

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]]> Startup TNT is a community of entrepreneurs, scientists, investors, innovators and startup supporters that gathers every week to have fun, share stories, and improving access to capital for early-stage tech companies. https://citysharecanada.ca/initiative/startup-tnt-is-a-community-of-entrepreneurs-scientists-investors-innovators-and-startup-supporters-that-gathers-every-week-to-have-fun-share-stories-and-improving-access-to-capital-for-early-stag/ Sun, 22 Nov 2020 18:06:59 +0000 https://citysharecanada.ca/?post_type=initiative&p=2389 They achieve this through increasing the pool of professional early-stage investors, educating entrepreneurs on fundraising best practices, and sustaining long-term relationships across all stakeholders.  They raise funds through weekly happy hour events or “beer sponsorship”.

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]]> They achieve this through increasing the pool of professional early-stage investors, educating entrepreneurs on fundraising best practices, and sustaining long-term relationships across all stakeholders.  They raise funds through weekly happy hour events or “beer sponsorship”.

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]]> A Toronto restaurant is hiring cosplay delivery drivers https://citysharecanada.ca/initiative/a-toronto-restaurant-is-hiring-cosplay-delivery-drivers/ Mon, 19 Oct 2020 12:46:30 +0000 https://citysharecanada.ca/?post_type=initiative&p=2355 All drivers will be required to take the same strict COVID precautions, and will be masked while doing deliveries.

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]]> All drivers will be required to take the same strict COVID precautions, and will be masked while doing deliveries.

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]]> Edmonton Entrepreneurs Making a Difference https://citysharecanada.ca/initiative/edmonton-entrepreneurs-making-a-difference/ Thu, 15 Oct 2020 19:15:15 +0000 https://citysharecanada.ca/?post_type=initiative&p=2340 Independently owned restaurants, service businesses, retailers, tour operators and experience providers have continued to make Edmonton a place to be proud of, even when business could no longer operate as usual. In fact, many of Edmonton’s trailblazing entrepreneurs have found a way to give back to the community while working to keep their local businesses […]

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]]> Independently owned restaurants, service businesses, retailers, tour operators and experience providers have continued to make Edmonton a place to be proud of, even when business could no longer operate as usual. In fact, many of Edmonton’s trailblazing entrepreneurs have found a way to give back to the community while working to keep their local businesses afloat during these uncertain times. Read on to learn more about the inspiring Edmontonians behind local businesses, and how they are stepping up through creative thinking and a spirit of community. Click here for even more entrepreneurs who are making a difference.

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]]> Six approaches to improving the look and feel of the city centre of Bradford (UK). https://citysharecanada.ca/initiative/six-approaches-to-improving-the-look-and-feel-of-the-city-centre-of-bradford-uk/ Tue, 29 Sep 2020 14:23:01 +0000 https://citysharecanada.ca/?post_type=initiative&p=2315 Use empty retail spaces and 1st & 2nd floors to encourage independent shops and to incubate a recycle, repair and regenerate artisanal industry to create a healthy mix of well-designed work/live spaces. Use available micro spaces to set up pocket parks, as in cities such as Tokyo, Barcelona and San Francisco. Convert more streets to […]

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  • Use empty retail spaces and 1st & 2nd floors to encourage independent shops and to incubate a recycle, repair and regenerate artisanal industry to create a healthy mix of well-designed work/live spaces.
  • Use available micro spaces to set up pocket parks, as in cities such as Tokyo, Barcelona and San Francisco.
  • Convert more streets to pedestrian use only, widen pavements on shared streets, and create better links to public transport.
  • Strengthen alliances with other like-minded groups in Bradford to engage with Council to ensure a generous level of consultation well before important planning decisions are made.
  • Work with community groups in Bradford to create activity spaces that can be enjoyed by all the city’s communities.
  • Join with other groups to exchange ideas and learn from experiences.

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    ]]>         Ground Floor Pop-Up Toolkit ​ A resource for landlords & storefront activators to create win-win dynamics on the path to recovery from COVID-19 https://citysharecanada.ca/initiative/ground-floor-pop-up-toolkit-%e2%80%8b-a-resource-for-landlords-storefront-activators-to-create-win-win-dynamics-on-the-path-to-recovery-from-covid-19/ Tue, 21 Jul 2020 13:21:32 +0000 https://citysharecanada.ca/?post_type=initiative&p=2222 Are you interested in creating (or hosting) a pop-up but are not sure where to start? In the wake of COVID-19 Wallplay has created a toolkit on how vacant spaces can be repurposed for public good. Wallplay has been facilitating pop-ups since 2013, we helped pioneer the “vacant space as pop-up venue” model and we are excited […]

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    ]]>     Are you interested in creating (or hosting) a pop-up but are not sure where to start?

    In the wake of COVID-19 Wallplay has created a toolkit on how vacant spaces can be repurposed for public good. Wallplay has been facilitating pop-ups since 2013, we helped pioneer the “vacant space as pop-up venue” model and we are excited to share what we’ve learned.

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