LINKS
We have organized a number of links relevant to companies in the ICT sector. If your organization would like to be profiled with other technology related organizations, or if you think we've missed something, please let us know at info@ictam.ca.
Manitoba Resources
CIPS
http://www.cips.ca/
In September 1958, a dedicated group of data processors (DP) got together to talk about common concerns of DP workers. That conference demonstrated to participants the value of sharing ideas, networking with fellow professionals, and learning about coming changes in the technology, practices, and management of information systems. This event sparked the formation of the Computing and Data Processing Society of Canada. In 1968, the society changed its name to the current Canadian Information Processing Society.Eureka ProjectThe Eureka Project is Western Canada's most successful technology-based business incubator. From its location in Smartpark on the University of Manitoba Fort Garry Campus, The Eureka Project provides business expertise to companies with strong technical knowledge and the desire to succeed on an international scale.
The Eureka Project's management team is second to none, each member being a specialist and a serial enterpreneur in their own right. The team is instrumental in helping dynamic, young companies commercialize new technologies and grow to sustainability by providing experience-based leadership and management support services.Information Systems Audit and Control Association - Winnipeg Chapter
http://www.isaca-wpg.org/
ISACA is a leading information technology organization representing more than 35,000 individual members in 100+ countries. Membership is comprised of all levels of IT professionals--executives, management and practitioners--all of whom are dedicated to the promotion of advanced IT governance, control and assurance practices. Uniquely positioned and equipped to be the single provider of leading edge products and services, ISACA has assumed a role as the harmonizing source for IT control practices and standards the world over.ManACE
http://www.manace.ca/
ManACE is a Special Area Group of the Manitoba Teachers' Society. ManACE is also a member of the International Society for Technology in Education. The primary purpose of ManACE is to promote the use of instructional technology at all levels of education.YES! Winnipeg
http://www.yeswinnipeg.ca
YES! Winnipeg is a private sector based business development team committed to helping Winnipeg-based businesses, and businesses coming to Winnipeg succeed. We offer a collection of specialized services that can help you fast track your business initiative and take advantage of all that Winnipeg has to offer. The valuable services that we offer are provided free of charge thanks to the generous financial contributions our many investors have made toward the betterment of our community.
Canada Resources
Information and Communications Technology Council
http://www.ictc-ctic.ca
The Information and Communications Technology Council (ICTC) is a not-for-profit sector council dedicated to creating a strong, prepared and highly educated Canadian ICT industry and workforce. ICTC is a catalyst for change, pushing for innovations that will provide skills definitions, labour market intelligence, career awareness and professional development for the Canadian ICT industry, educators and governments. We forge partnerships that will help develop the quantity and quality of ICT professionals needed to maintain and improve Canada’s position as a leader in the global marketplace.Information Technology Association of Canada
http://www.itac.ca/
ITAC is the voice of the Canadian information and communications technology industry. Together with its affiliated organizations across the country, the association represents 1300 companies in the information and communications technology (ICT) industry in all sectors including telecommunications and Internet services, ICT consulting services, hardware, microelectronics, software and electronic content. ITAC's network of companies accounts for more than 70 per cent of the 550,000 jobs, $130 billion in revenue, $5.2 billion in R&D investment, $18.7 billion in exports and $10.8 billion in capital expenditure that the sector contributes annually to the Canadian economy.CATAAlliance
http://www.cata.ca/
CATAAlliance (Canadian Advanced Technology Alliance) is Canada's leading, most influential and entrepreneurial technology alliance, in regular contact with twenty thousand high tech business executives.Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association
http://www.cwta.ca/
The Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association (CWTA) is the authority on wireless issues, developments and trends in Canada. It represents cellular, PCS, messaging, mobile radio, fixed wireless and mobile satellite carriers as well as companies that develop and produce products and services for the industry.
Government Resources
Canada/Manitoba Business Services Centre
http://www.canadabusiness.ca/manitoba/
To ensure that businesses and entrepreneurs in every part of Manitoba have access to government information through a convenient single window. The C/MBSC provides information and referrals that are accurate, timely and relevant.Community Access Program
http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/cap-pac.nsf/eng/home
Industry Canada's Community Access Program (CAP) gives thousands of Canadians affordable access to the Internet in places like schools, community centres and libraries. It provides access to those people who might not have computers or Internet access in their homes or workplaces.Electronic Commerce Branch of Industry Canada
http://e-com.ic.gc.ca/epic/internet/inecic-ceac.nsf/en/home
Canada is a world leader in the adoption, use and development of e-business. The Electronic Commerce Branch of Industry Canada aims to build on this foundation to support and facilitate continued growth of e-business in the Canadian economy.ExportSource
http://www.canadabusiness.ca/exporting/
The on-line resource for export information on subjects including: Market Research, Trade Statistics, Export Financing, Export Contacts, Export Regulations/Logistics, Trade Shows and Missions.Industry Canada
http://www.ic.gc.ca/
The department's mission is to foster a growing competitive, knowledge-based Canadian economy. The department works with Canadians to increase Canada's share of global trade and build a fair, efficient and competitive marketplace.Province of Manitoba
http://www.gov.mb.ca/splash.html
The Manitoba government Web site can help explore all the opportunities available within Manitoba. The information found here can help you learn more about the government and the programs and services available.Strategis
http://www.strategis.ic.gc.ca/
The federal government site with information for business on topics such as company directories, trade & investment, economic analysis & statistics, research, technology & innovation, business support & financing and much more.Western Economic Diversification Canada
http://www.wd.gc.ca/eng/home.asp
A department of the Government of Canada, Western Economic Diversification Canada (WD) works to strengthen Western Canada's economy and advance the interests of the West in national economic policy.
R&D and Technology Resources
Scientific Research & Experimental Development Tax and Finance Centre
http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/txcrdt/sred-rsde/menu-eng.html
Canada offers some of the world's richest R&D tax incentives, but chances are you're not taking advantage of them and getting the cash that you deserve. As the pace of business accelerates and competition increases, you may be more likely to overlook this source of cash because you lack the time, resources or expertise needed to identify and manage R&D tax claims.TR Labs
http://www.trlabs.ca/
TRLabs is Canada's leading research consortium in information and communications technology. Based on industry, university and government collaboration, TRLabs operates five laboratories in Western Canada.CANARIE Inc.
http://www.canarie.ca/
Canada's advanced Internet development organization. CANARIE's mission is to accelerate Canada's advanced Internet development and use by facilitating the widespread adoption of faster, more efficient networks.NRC - Industrial Research Assistance Program
http://irap-pari.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/english/main_e.html
IRAP understands the risks and rewards of technological innovation. For more than 50 years, IRAP has been helping small businesses turn good ideas into commercially viable products and services.National Research Council
http://www.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/
NRC is Canada's premier science and technology research organization, is a leader in scientific and technical research, the diffusion of technology and the dissemination of scientific and technical information.Canada Intellectual Property Office
www.cipo.ic.gc.ca
The Canadian Intellectual Property Office is responsible for the administration and processing of the greater part of Intellectual Property in Canada and encourages invention, innovation and creativity in Canada.
