{"id":9081,"date":"2026-09-04T19:05:10","date_gmt":"2026-09-04T19:05:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/defence\/9081\/"},"modified":"2026-09-04T19:05:10","modified_gmt":"2026-09-04T19:05:10","slug":"cove-and-communitech-to-accelerate-dual-use-tech-innovation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/defence\/9081\/","title":{"rendered":"COVE and Communitech to Accelerate Dual-Use Tech Innovation"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/coveocean.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">COVE<\/a> announced a new collaboration with Communitech in Kitchener-Waterloo. This strategic relationship focuses on accelerating the development and market adoption of transformative technologies by bridging regional expertise and strengthening connections across Canada\u2019s innovation ecosystems.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As part of the collaboration, COVE and Communitech will co-host a multi-day event during Waterloo Tech Week (September 14-18, 2026), bringing together Canada\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.diana.nato.int\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">NATO DIANA<\/a> innovators, investors, and industry leaders for networking and discussions focused on advancing adoption and growth.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/secure.viewer.zmags.com\/publication\/43f6ca69#\/43f6ca69\/88\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"579\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/defence\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/VOL_32-04_B02_SOCIAL3-1024x579.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27776\"  \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"sg-ai-highlighted-block wp-block-paragraph\">READ: <a href=\"https:\/\/secure.viewer.zmags.com\/publication\/43f6ca69#\/43f6ca69\/88\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">DEFENCE INNOVATION- COVE <\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By connecting Waterloo Region\u2019s strengths in advanced technology, AI, and quantum computing with Atlantic Canada\u2019s operational testing infrastructure and access to industry and defence end users, this collaboration will create an integrated path to market for Canadian innovators.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">READ: <a href=\"https:\/\/canadiandefencereview.com\/cove-leads-new-at-sea-testing-capability-to-advance-canadas-maritime-security\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">COVE Leads New At-Sea Testing Capability to Advance Canada\u2019s Maritime Security<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This collaboration aims to address a key challenge faced by Canadian technology companies.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cThe defence sector is an increasingly important market for Canadian technology companies, and Waterloo Region has a meaningful role to play. Our strengths in AI, quantum and advanced manufacturing can help strengthen both Canada\u2019s economy and our national security,\u201d said Sheldon McCormick, CEO of Communitech.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cCanada has exceptional technology companies, but many face challenges in accessing key customers, partners, and capital,\u201d said Melanie Nadeau, CEO of COVE. \u201cBy connecting the strengths of Atlantic Canada and Waterloo Region, we can create a stronger national network to help Canadian innovators compete and grow.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Waterloo Tech Week runs from September 14-18, 2026. Visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/waterlootechweek.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">https:\/\/waterlootechweek.ca\/<\/a>\u00a0to explore the full schedule and learn how to participate.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"COVE announced a new collaboration with Communitech in Kitchener-Waterloo. 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