Latest Gadgets 2022
BY GURLEEN KAUR BAJWA We are only four months into 2022, but in the ever-evolving fast-paced tech world, that short period has already allowed…
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“Godmother of Silicon Valley” Esther Wojcicki visits to Create local Silicon Valley for BC
WOJ Innovation & Technology Co-Founded by Esther Wojcicki and Conscious based entrepreneur Amit Hooda held a technology industry reception on April 13th hosted by Philanthropist and Land Developer Jatinder Jay Minhas.
Most Budget-Friendly Useful Gadgets
Gadgets are generally defined as small machines that do something useful. It is admittedly an expansive definition and a very accurate one, considering that they include anything from kitchen appliances to our cellphones. However, one thing that gadgets don’t have to be is expensive. Many unique and exciting machines fulfill valuable functions that are light on our wallets and improve our day-to-day lives. Following are some great examples of this.
New Plan Makes It Easier to Switch from Fossil Fuels to Made-In-B.C. Clean Electricity
The Government of British Columbia and BC Hydro have launched BC Hydro’s new five-year electrification plan.
Technology Takes The Art Of Origami Into The Fight Against Covid-19
3D-printed origami technology at the heart of low-cost, portable ventilators aimed at improving pandemic treatment and revolutionizing healthcare delivery
In-Person Esports Competition Returns To Vancouver
Champions of Vancouver, a 128-participant Super Smash Bros. tournament, took place Saturday at the University of British Columbia.
Mitacs Provides $5m For Wearable Tech Development at SFU
A new partnership between Simon Fraser University’s Personalized Lightweight Apparel Network (PLANet) and Mitacs, a not-for profit organization dedicated to innovation, will accelerate the development of new Canadian wearables and gear over the next five years.
SFU Study Confirms Video Streaming Responsible for One Per Cent Of All Emissions
Video streaming is a growing environmental concern that accounts for one per cent of all greenhouse gas emissions, a new Simon Fraser University study has confirmed.
MITACS PROVIDES $5M FOR WEARABLE TECH DEVELOPMENT AT SFU
A new partnership between Simon Fraser University’s Personalized Lightweight Apparel Network (PLANet) and Mitacs, a not-for profit organization dedicated to innovation, will accelerate the development of new Canadian wearables and gear over the next five years.
The agreement provides $5.1 million in funding for graduate students and postdoctoral fellows to work with the industry to develop new technologies that will benefit societal health and wellbeing.
SFU Study Confirms Video Streaming Responsible for One Per Cent of All Emissions
Video streaming is a growing environmental concern that accounts for one per cent of all greenhouse gas emissions, a new Simon Fraser University study has confirmed.
The Government of Canada supports emerging quantum technology sector
Funding will help establish Quantum Algorithms Institute housed at Simon Fraser University’s Surrey Campus
BC Hydro Review Sets Path for Electrifying Economy, Supporting Cleanbc
The Province has announced the first set of its recommendations from Phase 2 of the BC Hydro Review to help people and businesses use clean electricity to reduce their carbon footprints, achieve CleanBC climate targets and support clean economic development.
Website Helps British Columbians Resolve Violation Tickets
Starting Thursday, July 8, 2021, British Columbians will have access to a new website to help them better understand and resolve violation ticket disputes faster…
Self Defence Gadgets for Canada
What is allowed and what isn’t
World’s Fastest Information-Fuelled Engine Designed by SFU Researchers
Simon Fraser University researchers have designed a remarkably fast engine that taps into a new kind of fuel — information.