Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 9 aims to spur inclusive and sustainable industrialization, innovation and infrastructure that combine to generate jobs and income. It sets goals that emphasize the potential benefits of: new technologies; more robust international trade and more efficient and sustainable use of resources.
Those include resilient infrastructure, inclusive and sustainable industrialization, especially in least developed countries, and improved access to financial services for small-scale enterprises. It calls for enhanced scientific research and technological capabilities with far more research and development workers, complemented by greater access to information and communications technology.
Canada’s ambitions are to foster sustainable research and innovation in Canada, and to ensure Canadians have access to modern and sustainable infrastructure. The Government of Canada knows that enhancing skills, jobs and access to sustainable technologies and high-speed internet services will create more opportunities for Canadians and innovative businesses across the country. SDG 9 recognizes that innovation builds the foundation for industries and infrastructure to be major sources of economic strength.
Learn how we’re fortifying Arctic security through arts, sustainable development, resilient communities, infrastructure, and strategic partnerships.
Explore how the OpenAI Researcher Access Program is supporting Indigenous artists and youth to leverage advanced AI tools to address food security challenges and safeguard cultural heritage in northern regions.
From funding announcements to new projects and partnerships, we’re really proud to be working on a number of collaborative projects this spring. And we have a lot of terrific news and updates to share!
From data analysis to targeted strategies, youth media team members will gain essential skills for success. With expert guidance and participatory organizational development, prepare to thrive in the evolving landscape. Join us and shape your future in advertising and media this summer.
Youth, Artists and Volunteers from the Canada Council for the Arts-funded Digital Greenhouse program applied their skills to rejuvenating online presence for Kivalliq and Manitoba Arts and Culture programming.
In a significant move geared towards strengthening Canada’s workforce capabilities in artificial intelligence (AI), Prime Minister Justin Trudeau unveiled a transformative $2.4 billion investment plan in Budget 2024. This strategic allocation underscores the government’s dedication to empowering workers with AI skills, driving economic growth, and positioning Canada as a global leader in AI innovation.
In AI policy discussions, advocacy for ethical superalignment plays an increasingly important role, uniting stakeholders from diverse backgrounds to champion fair and transparent policies.
The Arctic Indigenous Film Fund (AIFF) and Telefilm Canada invite proposals from Arctic Indigenous filmmakers to participate in The Witness short film series. This initiative aims to empower Indigenous filmmakers across the Arctic through training and workshops.
Ad Net Zero is an initiative within the advertising industry aimed at addressing the climate emergency by reducing carbon emissions associated with the production, distribution, and publication of advertising materials.
Northern Perspectives conference has returned to Winnipeg in partnership with the Kivalliq Energy Forum. Delegates from across Manitoba and Nunavut are gathering this week at Qaumajuq and the Winnipeg Art Gallery.
Niriqatiginnga means “come eat with me,” in Inuktitut. It is a Winnipeg-based non-profit organization that is exploring how to address northern food insecurity through arts-based and cultural entrepreneurship approaches. Visit their web site today to support SDG 2: Zero Hunger in the Arctic and northern communiies at https://niriqatiginnga.ca
