Banyan Gold in Yukon is partnering with Mitacs, NSERC, and the Yukon Geological Survey to advance research on the unique AurMac gold deposit, refining exploration techniques and geological models. This collaboration also provides students and researchers with hands-on training, enhancing Canada’s mining talent and global competitiveness.

Avestec, a Canadian robotics company, is transforming industrial inspections with its SKYRON tethered drones: intelligent flying robots that safely perform precise, non-destructive testing in hard-to-reach environments. With Mitacs’ support in funding, talent, and research collaboration, Avestec has accelerated innovation, reduced inspection risks and costs, and hired top talent directly from Mitacs internship programs, helping position Canada as a leader in next-generation robotics solutions.

Cubresa is a Manitoba-based startup designing and developing clinical and preclinical PET inserts for MRIs. Their innovative technology enables earlier detection of diseases such as Alzheimer’s, dementia, Parkinson’s, epilepsy, and cancer by identifying molecular changes well before physical symptoms appear.

Dr. Paul Onkundi Nyangaresi, a postdoctoral researcher at UBC is designing an automated filtration system tailored to meet the unique cultural and environmental needs of a local Kenyan community, with potential applications for Indigenous communities in Canada.

David Black, a PhD student at UBC, developed a groundbreaking tele-ultrasound system using mixed reality to guide procedures in remote communities, improving access to care, reducing costs, and eliminating lengthy travel to medical centres.

PLATO is more than just a software testing company. It’s a community-driven initiative focused on creating meaningful opportunities for Indigenous and underrepresented communities in Canada’s tech industry.