A dynamic new opportunity is to combine Canada with European innovators to shape the future of digital, industrial and space technology.
The global innovation landscape is set to expand as Canadian and European innovators gather at Connexion Canada: Online Matchmaking/Brokerage Event.
The event, hosted by the Canadian Trade Commissioner Services in Spain, promises to spark new research and innovation partnerships across borders.
Scheduled on May 21 at 3:30pm (9:30am EDT), the event will begin with a live webinar featuring professional voices from Canada, Spain and the wider European research community.
These speakers explore evolving digital and industrial ecosystems within the Horizon Europe framework, highlighting new collaboration opportunities between Canada and the European Union.
Horizon Europe Cluster 4: A vision for sustainable and competitive innovation
Cluster 4 is an important pillar of the EU’s 95.5 billion euros European research and innovation programme. Its mission is to promote digital, industrial and space technologies that enhance Europe’s global competitiveness while promoting sustainability and social well-being.
Cluster 4 focuses on building a digitally empowered low-carbon economy through cutting-edge areas such as artificial intelligence, advanced materials, quantum technology, robotics, and earth observation.
This cluster supports the development of clean, circular industries, promotes manufacturing and data services innovation, and lays the foundation for strategic autonomy in key technologies.
It is closely aligned with broader EU goals to reduce environmental impacts and increase technology trust and resilience.
Enhanced transatlantic innovation
For Canadian participants, the event will provide a direct line to four Horizon Europe Cluster insights, including strategic explanations from Brussels-based experts and access to experienced Horizon Europe evaluators.
It also gives you an opportunity to explore Spain’s vibrant digital innovation network and understand the complexities of the EU fundraising ecosystem.
European participants benefit from connecting with leading Canadian organisations and learning how Canadian sub-national status supports deeper integration into the Horizon Europe initiative.
The matchmaking platform allows all participants to find the ideal partner for co-proposed proposals in line with the Cluster 4 work programme, especially in destinations focusing on secure digital infrastructure, strategic autonomy, and human-centered innovation.
The event will take an important step in integrating the innovation communities in Canada and Europe, reinforcing our shared commitment to creating future preparation technologies that will serve both society and the planet.
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