The initial focus of the Centre will be on commercializing new technology discoveries related to the environment, natural resources and energy; health and related life sciences; and digital media.
Investment
Accelerator Fund
Providing eligible technology-based
start-ups with up to $500K in seed investment. More...
Talent Programs
The OCE Talent program generates the next-generation innovators and entrepreneurs.
It consists of five initiatives that support innovators at various stages
of their development:
Connections:
Supports research collaboration between final-year undergraduate students
and companies – creating an early opportunity to conduct industry-relevant
research.
International
Scholarships: Gives student researchers opportunities to work with
international leaders in their field.
Professional
Outreach Awards: Supports opportunities available to students who want
to be further involved in the conference they are attending through such activities
as chairing a session or volunteering to be a member of an organizing body for
a conference and tradeshow.
Value
Added Personnel (VAP): Helps student researchers develop essential
skills to complement their technical expertise.
First
Job: Makes it possible for companies to hire young researchers with
significant academic experience and potential.