Category: News Releases

Ottawa, Ontario – December 19, 2024 – InDro Robotics, a leading Canadian R&D company in drones and ground robots, demonstrated its prototype Street Smart Robot (SSR) – designed to monitor municipal bike lanes to ensure they’re safe for cyclists.  The SSR was made possible through a nearly $1.4 million investment, comprised of a technology partnership with Rogers Business valued at $930,000 and with $465,000 from the Ontario government through the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN).   “With a world-class innovation ecosystem, Ontario continues to lead in the development of new mobility technologies and solutions,” said Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job […]

Hamilton, Ontario – December 19, 2024 – Enedym, Inc. (“Enedym”), a technology company that develops next-generation switched reluctance motors (SRMs), electric powertrains, and powertrain controls, is collaborating with Toyota Tsusho Canada, Inc. (“TTCI”), a Toyota group company, to develop rare earth metals-free electric propulsion motors for airport ground support equipment (“GSE”). This project is supported by the Ontario government through the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN) with funding of $800,000, in addition to a $1.6 million industry contribution, for a total project value of $2.4 million.   “Having attracted over $45 billion in automotive investments over the last four years, Ontario has […]

Mississauga, Ontario – December 18, 2024 – ApoSys Technologies Inc., a leader in the railway infrastructure inspection sector, is proud to announce a successful demonstration of the Apollo Framework, an automated track inspection system that will safeguard the safety and resilience of rail infrastructure from weather-related events. Developed in partnership with Tshiuetin Rail Transportation and the Ontario government through the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN), this project was fueled by an investment of over $2.2 million, including $747,000 from the province and nearly $1.5 million from partners.  “A strong, safe, and reliable transportation network is essential to the growth of Ontario’s […]

Vaughan, Ontario – December 02, 2024 – Today, the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN) Demonstration Zone (OVIN DZ) proudly hosted Driving Innovation – Automotive Industry Networking and Mobility Technology Showcase, a showcase event in the City of Vaughan, highlighting the latest advancements in made-in-Ontario automotive technologies and mobility solutions. This event brought together more than 100 industry leaders, start-ups, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), government officials, and ecosystem partners to celebrate Ontario’s position as a globally leading hub for automotive and mobility innovation. “Having attracted $45 billion in investments from global automakers and suppliers of electric vehicle batteries over the last […]

Ontario and Taiwanese manufactures marked a new chapter in their ongoing collaboration by unveiling a partnership between the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN) and the Taiwan Electrical and Electronics Manufacturers’ Association (TEEMA).

The Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN) and Mercedes-Benz launch first-of-its kind automotive and mobility-focused incubator program across Ontario

OVIN’s Regional Future Workforce – Critical Minerals Pilot Program introduced students from Indigenous communities and underrepresented groups to future careers that will power the province’s electric future (North Bay, ON – September 27, 2024) The Ontario government, through the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN) is laying the groundwork for building the automotive and mobility workforce of the future and powering the province’s shift to electrification. With a nearly $1.7M investment, the Regional Future Workforce – Critical Minerals Pilot Program engaged students, particularly those from Northern Ontario, underrepresented groups, and Indigenous communities, and introduced them to future careers in the critical minerals […]