Mitacs is a catalyzing force in the Canadian innovation ecosystem. We build a world-class, diverse community of innovators through our collaborative model, attracting and deploying top talent to industry, and matching need with expertise to create ambitious solutions to real-world challenges.
Founded in 1999, Mitacs has grown far beyond its original focus on applied and industrial research in mathematics. Today, we support a wide range of disciplines, from science to social innovation. We’ve broadened our undertaking to include college and undergraduate students, as well as graduates and postdocs; and expanded our network of businesses and not-for-profit organizations to include partners of all sizes and in all sectors. With close to 400 employees and regional hubs in Montréal, Toronto, Ottawa, and Vancouver, we are an integral part of Canada’s innovation ecosystem.
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Mitacs joue un rôle de catalyseur des efforts au sein de l’écosystème canadien de l’innovation. Nous créons une communauté de calibre mondial de personnes innovatrices et diverses grâce à notre modèle collaboratif. Pour y parvenir, nous attirons les meilleurs talents et les déployons auprès du secteur privé et nous trouvons l’expertise adaptée pour répondre aux besoins en élaborant des solutions ambitieuses à des défis concrets.
Fondé en 1999, Mitacs s’est développé bien au-delà de son objectif initial de recherche appliquée et industrielle en mathématiques. Aujourd’hui, nous soutenons une large gamme de disciplines, des sciences jusqu’à l’innovation sociale. Nous avons élargi notre engagement pour inclure les étudiants et étudiantes des collèges et de tous les niveaux d’études universitaires, ainsi que les chercheuses et chercheurs au postdoctorat; et élargi notre réseau d’entreprises et d’organismes sans but lucratif afin qu’il comprenne des partenaires de toutes tailles et de tous les secteurs. Avec un effectif de près de 400 personnes et des centres régionaux à Montréal, Toronto, Ottawa et Vancouver, nous faisons partie intégrante de l’écosystème canadien d’innovation.
Founded in 1999, Mitacs has grown far beyond its original focus on applied and industrial research in mathematics. Today, we support a wide range of disciplines, from science to social innovation. We’ve broadened our undertaking to include college and undergraduate students, as well as graduates and postdocs; and expanded our network of businesses and not-for-profit organizations to include partners of all sizes and in all sectors. With close to 400 employees and regional hubs in Montréal, Toronto, Ottawa, and Vancouver, we are an integral part of Canada’s innovation ecosystem.
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Mitacs joue un rôle de catalyseur des efforts au sein de l’écosystème canadien de l’innovation. Nous créons une communauté de calibre mondial de personnes innovatrices et diverses grâce à notre modèle collaboratif. Pour y parvenir, nous attirons les meilleurs talents et les déployons auprès du secteur privé et nous trouvons l’expertise adaptée pour répondre aux besoins en élaborant des solutions ambitieuses à des défis concrets.
Fondé en 1999, Mitacs s’est développé bien au-delà de son objectif initial de recherche appliquée et industrielle en mathématiques. Aujourd’hui, nous soutenons une large gamme de disciplines, des sciences jusqu’à l’innovation sociale. Nous avons élargi notre engagement pour inclure les étudiants et étudiantes des collèges et de tous les niveaux d’études universitaires, ainsi que les chercheuses et chercheurs au postdoctorat; et élargi notre réseau d’entreprises et d’organismes sans but lucratif afin qu’il comprenne des partenaires de toutes tailles et de tous les secteurs. Avec un effectif de près de 400 personnes et des centres régionaux à Montréal, Toronto, Ottawa et Vancouver, nous faisons partie intégrante de l’écosystème canadien d’innovation.
Location: Canada, British Columbia, Vancouver
Employees: 201-500
Phone:+1 604-822-9189
Founded date: 1999
Investment Type: Accelerator
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| 10.04.2025 | University Of Calgary Spinout Quantized Technologies (QTi) Raising $4 Million | University of Calgary alum Jordan Smith and his research-based startup Quantized Technologies Inc. (QTi) are looking to transform global internet communications by building the first commercial quantum repeater, an essential device for enab... |
| 13.01.2025 | Neuromodulation Wristband ObeEnd Reduces Heart Rate and Perceived Exercise Exertion | VANCOUVER, BC, Jan. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- WAT Medical Enterprise collaborated with Concordia University and Mitacs Canada to conduct a study using ObeEnd, the neuromodulation device designed by WAT for weight and health management. The s... |
| 28.07.2024 | The Rise of Cultivated Protein: A New Era in Sustainable Food Production | The world is changing. The way we produce food is evolving. Traditional farming methods are being challenged by innovative technologies. Cultivated meat and seafood are at the forefront of this revolution. They promise to reshape our diets ... |
| 28.07.2024 | The Rise of Cultivated Meat: A New Era in Food Innovation | The culinary landscape is shifting. Cultivated meat is stepping into the spotlight, promising a future where food production is sustainable, ethical, and innovative. This revolution is not just a trend; it’s a necessity. As the world grappl... |
| 22.07.2024 | University of Waterloo Students Secure $700,000 to Revolutionize Cultivated Seafood with AI | Kevin Shen and Rikard Saqe, students from the Faculties of Science and Mathematics at the University of Waterloo in Canada, have received over $700,000 in grants from Good Food Institute (GFI), Mitacs, and New Harvest to expand their resear... |
| 03.05.2024 | Maia Farms Revolutionizes Protein Production with Mycelium Innovation | Maia Farms, a visionary company, secures $2.3 million in pre-seed financing to expand mycelium protein production, leading the charge towards a sustainable and nourishing future. With investors like Joyful Ventures and grant funding from to... |
| 02.05.2024 | Brief: Maia Farms raises $1.7m in pre-seed round to expand mycelium production | Maia Farms—which bagged the Canadian grand prize in the Deep Space Food Challenge with partner Ecoation last month—has raised CAD2.3 million ($1.7 million) in pre-seed financing from a mixture of private capital and grant funding to fuel it... |
| 06.03.2024 | Nova Scotia Budget 2024: A Skilled Workforce and A Greener Economy | Budget 2024–25 strategically invests in healthcare, housing, and economic growth to align with Nova Scotia’s expanding economic and social goals. The plan emphasizes supporting citizens, building resilient communities, advancing healthcare ... |
| 08.05.2023 | Saskatchewan Post-Secondary Students Benefit from Mitacs Partnership | CANADA, May 8 - Released on May 8, 2023 Saskatchewan post-secondary students are jumpstarting their careers by participating in Mitacs programs. In 2023-24, the Government of Saskatchewan is providing $1.15 million to Mitacs as part of its ... |
| 21.04.2023 | Mitacs internship funding will help connect students, employers | CANADA, April 21 - More than 10,000 new internships will be funded for students in priority sectors, such as clean technology, life sciences, emergency management, advanced timber and agritech, to better connect B.C. employers with the tale... |
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