Innovation Superclusters Initiative

From: Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada

Right people. Right place. Right time.

When companies of all sizes, academic institutions and not-for-profits come together, they generate bold new ideas. Ideas that wouldn't have otherwise come to light. Our investment in Canada's five Superclusters will help build first-rate innovation ecosystems with a competitive edge. And a whole world of possibilities.

Learn more about the Innovation Superclusters Initiative.

Possibilities like...

Curious what these Superclusters are working on? See a list of Canada's announced Supercluster projects and projects in response to COVID-19.

Possibilities that are grounded in sound research

The Superclusters Initiative: An opportunity to reinforce innovation ecosystems

Écosystèmes et modèles d'affaires : Introduction
(in French only)

Learn more about how Superclusters benefit economic ecosystems.

Meet the Superclusters

Digital Technology

Protein Industries

Advanced Manufacturing

Scale AI

Ocean

Want to join a Supercluster?

Canada's five Superclusters are accepting members from industry, academia, Indigenous groups and non-profit organizations. It's a great opportunity to collaborate on shared projects, solve common challenges and build a better Canada.

Each Supercluster has its own application process. Some have associated fees or different membership levels, including free options.

Find out more about how to apply to each Supercluster:

• Digital Technology
• Protein Industries
• Advanced Manufacturing
• Scale AI
• Ocean

Superclusters by the numbers

*IP rights generated in Supercluster projects include patent applications, copyrights, trademarks and trade secrets.

Last updated on June 30, 2021

Read more about the Innovation Superclusters Initiative's objectives and how they support Canadian IP.

Superclusters are powered by Innovation Canada

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