Deadline: 18 August 2025
The Japan Canadian Technology Accelerator (CTA) and the National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP) will jointly host the Japan “AI Solutions for Manufacturing and Clean Technologies” co-innovation mission to Japan from December 1 to 5, 2025.
The mission is anchored around the Innovation Leaders Summit (ILS), Asia’s largest open innovation conference focused on business-to-business (B2B). The event hosts top tier Japanese major corporations interested in artificial intelligence (AI) solutions for manufacturing and clean technologies.
This partnering mission is focused on connecting Canadian SMEs to Japanese corporations looking to integrate AI solutions for Manufacturing and Clean Technologies. It aims to form strategic partnerships toward the collaborative research and development (R&D) or the proof of concept (PoC) opportunities that lead to co-innovation projects. Through this support, Canadian businesses will be better equipped to:
- build their innovation capacity
- successfully commercialize their technology
- become more competitive in the global marketplace
How the program works?
- The Canadian Technology Accelerator (CTA) program helps Canadian companies connect with global markets through 12 international tech hubs. Participants get personalized mentorship, market insights, and access to investors and partners to help them grow faster. The program helps businesses expand and establish a strong presence in new markets.
Benefits
- Upon acceptance, your business will benefit from:
- in-depth market briefings on doing business in Japan to better understand the culture, local market as well as import considerations
- access to key stakeholders from top-tier companies, investors and experts
- mentorship and advice on engaging with and pitching to key contacts in Japan
- workshop events with like-minded entrepreneurial organizations
- introductions to potential buyers, investors and strategic partners
- validation of your technology and its potential for success in Japan tailored strategic advice
Who should apply?
- They are seeking fast-growing, AI-based solutions for manufacturing and cleantech, including but not limited to:
- AI agents
- AI-driven manufacturing optimization
- AI server and remote sensing solutions
- sustainable manufacturing (including automation and robotics)
- circular economy and waste management
For more information, visit Government of Canada.
