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Toronto, ON - October 31, 2024 – The Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI) announces a strategic partnership with the University of Ottawa and IBM under Ontario’s Critical Industrial Technologies...
Oct 31, 2024
• New Granite 3.0 8B & 2B models, released under the permissive Apache 2.0 license, show strong performance across many academic and enterprise benchmarks, able to outperform or match similar-sized modelsARMONK, NY – October 21, 2024 – Today, at IBM’s (NYSE: IBM) annual TechXchange event the company announced the release of its most advanced family of AI models to date, Granite 3.0. IBM’s...
Oct 21, 2024
AI Plays Crucial Role in Reducing Impact of Cyber Breaches for Canadian OrganizationsCanadian organizations pay an average cost of CA$6.32 million per data breach. Financial sector pays $9.28 million on average per breach, the technology sector is paying $7.84 million on average,...
Jul 30, 2024
Report reveals the impact of technology in sports fan engagement, plus new opportunities for technology integrations like AIMARKHAM, ON, June 26, 2024 – As sports fans worldwide tune in to a myriad of athletic events this summer, new research commissioned by IBM (NYSE: IBM) reveals a growing generational shift and...
Jun 28, 2024
• ‘Catch Me Up’ feature - built and trained using IBM’s Granite LLM, through the watsonx platform - helps fans stay up to date on players across all ladies’ and gentlemen’s singles matchesToronto, Ontario, 17 June 2024 – IBM (NYSE: IBM) and The All England Lawn Tennis Club today announced a new feature for the Wimbledon digital experience that will leverage match data with...
Jun 17, 2024
• More than half of Canadian CEOs say they are hiring for positions that did not exist last year due to generative AI, but struggle to fill key technology roles.Markham, ON, May 29, 2024 – A study by the IBM (NYSE: IBM) Institute for Business Value found that AI is fueling new job creation and risk-taking among surveyed Canadian CEOs as they prioritize...
May 29, 2024
- IBM to expand the Technology Expert Labs team to help tackle the AI skills gap and data complexity that organizations across sectors face todayIBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced the expansion of IBM Technology Expert Labs in Markham, Ontario, Canada to support Canadian and global organizations as they continue to adopt and integrate...
Apr 30, 2024
Up to $187M CAD to be invested to progress expansion of chip packaging capacity and capabilities and to strengthen R&D at IBM Canada's Bromont plantIBM (NYSE: IBM), the Government of Canada, and the Government of Quebec today announced agreements that will strengthen Canada's semiconductor industry, and further develop the assembly, testing...
Apr 26, 2024
- IBM's new Cloud Multizone Region (MZR) will help Canadian enterprises leverage generative AI and address data sovereignty requirementsIBM's new Cloud Multizone Region (MZR) will help Canadian enterprises leverage generative AI and address data sovereignty requirements The IBM Cloud MZR will be designed to meet the needs of even...
Apr 8, 2024
• Only 31% surveyed agree they have significantly progressed their sustainability strategyTORONTO, Canada, February 29, 2024 – A new global study by the IBM (NYSE: IBM) Institute for Business Value found that while a majority of organizations recognize sustainability as important to...
Feb 29, 2024
• 37% of IT professionals in large companies in Canada report having actively deployed AI in their businessToronto, ON, January 10, 2024: New market research commissioned by IBM (NYSE: IBM) reports Canadian companies are increasingly adopting and deploying artificial intelligence (AI), with about 37%...
Jan 10, 2024
• IBM SkillsBuild launches roadmap of sustainability courses to benefit learners across communities underrepresented in technology and address market need for green and technology skills in Canada.Toronto, Ontario, November 16, 2023 – As vulnerable communities in Canada continue to suffer outsized effects of climate change, IBM is empowering innovators with cutting-edge technologies and...
Nov 16, 2023
The unique academia / industry partnership will offer immersive cybersecurity response training through highly realistic, simulated cyberattack and cyber threat simulations.The University of Ottawa and IBM Canada (NYSE: IBM) today announced the official opening of the new uOttawa-IBM Cyber Range. IBM's first Cyber Range partnership on a Canadian university campus...
Oct 19, 2023
The arrival of the quantum computer in Quebec consolidates its leadership position, promotes research, develops quantum talent, and propels Quebec as a world reference in sustainable development.Bromont, Quebec, September 22, 2023 – The Platform for Digital and Quantum Innovation of Quebec (PINQ²), a non-profit organization (NPO) founded by the Ministry of Economy, Innovation and...
Sep 22, 2023
Canadian executives believe 42% of the Canadian workforce will need to reskill as they adopt Generative AI in their business over the next three years 58% of Canadian executives are investing in...
Aug 23, 2023
PINQ² will be sole operator of Canada’s first IBM Quantum System One, powered by utility-scale quantum processorJuly 10, 2023 – IBM (NYSE: IBM) and the Platform for Digital and Quantum Innovation of Quebec (PINQ²) have broken ground to install Canada's first IBM Quantum System One, having partnered to...
Jul 10, 2023
• IBM invites Canadian non-profits and government organizations to submit applicationsToronto, ON Mar. 14, 2023 - IBM (NYSE: IBM) announced today that it is accepting proposals for the next cohort of the IBM Sustainability Accelerator, which will focus on water management...
Mar 14, 2023
Increase awareness of STEM roles, affordable skills training, and bolstering digital credentials66% of Canadians don’t feel qualified to work in STEM because they don't have the right academic degrees 62% of Canadians have little to no familiarity with digital credential programs Toronto,...
Feb 14, 2023
Collaboration to deliver improved statistical reporting for Canadian property and casualty providersToronto ON, January 26, 2023 — IBM (NYSE: IBM) and the General Insurance Statistical Agency (GISA) have announced IBM Canada will assume Statistical Service Provider (SSP) responsibilities for...
Jan 26, 2023
250 jobs planned to expand skills and emerging tech innovation in New Brunswick FREDERICTON, NB, Dec. 9, 2022 /CNW/ - IBM Canada (NYSE: IBM) today announced an IBM Client Innovation Centre (CIC)...
Dec 9, 2022
250 jobs planned to expand skills and emerging tech innovation in New Brunswick FREDERICTON, NB, Dec. 9, 2022 /CNW/ - IBM Canada (NYSE: IBM) today announced an IBM Client Innovation Centre (CIC)...
Dec 9, 2022
• Nearly half (48%) of Canadian organizations exploring the use of AI in their business today*Toronto, ON, December 05, 2022: IBM (NYSE: IBM) announced today it was named a Leader in the latest IDC MarketScape: Canadian AI Services 2022 Vendor Assessment (doc #CA48060822, September 2022 )....
Dec 5, 2022
Net Zero Atlantic is one of five organizations worldwide selected as part of the IBM Sustainability Accelerator clean energy cohort IBM to provide resources to support the creation of a tool that...
Nov 10, 2022
IBM becomes official sponsorship partner of MLSE for cybersecurity and technology consulting services, transforming the digital experience for fans of Toronto Raptors and Toronto Maple LeafsToday, IBM Canada announced a new multi-year agreement with Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) making IBM (NYSE: IBM) the official sponsorship partner for cybersecurity and technology...
Oct 18, 2022
Focus on sustainability to elevate Alberta as energy transformation centreIBM Canada (NYSE: IBM) today announced an IBM Client Innovation Centre (CIC) for Western Canada, with plans to create 250 new jobs in Calgary and helping to invigorate the city's technology...
Jun 29, 2022
McKenna Institute aims to upskill up to 40,000 people over a period of five years Partnership supports IBM's global commitment to skilling 30 million people by 2030 FREDERICTON, NB, June 15, 2022...
Jun 15, 2022
IBM Think Canada Conference: climate, cybersecurity and skills key focus for business 56% of Canadian CEOs say sustainability is a significant challenge, a sharp increase from 31% in 2021 59% of...
Jun 2, 2022
Memorial University, IBM Canada (NYSE: IBM), the Government of Canada and the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador today announced the launch of two new initiatives – the Centre for...
May 27, 2022
Designed to provide consistent, quick responses to frequently asked customer questionsMarkham ON, February 9, 2022: Investors looking to diversify their portfolios and coin collectors looking to add a new treasure to their collection are familiar with the benefits and value that...
Feb 9, 2022
IBM is partnering with Government of Quebec on Canada’s first Discovery Accelerator and installation of the IBM Quantum System One. This is a significant milestone – for IBM and Quebec, and for Canada and the world - as it will help accelerate innovation and research in areas such as energy, life sciences and sustainability.Quebec, Canada– February 3, 2022: The Government of Quebec and IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced plans for a new partnership to further establish Quebec as a leading technology hub in the...
Feb 3, 2022
Highly skilled roles in AI, hybrid cloud as part of its Client Innovation Centre expansionHalifax (NS), December 14, 2021: IBM (NYSE:IBM) and Nova Scotia Business Inc. (NSBI) have today announced a new agreement that will bring 350 new, highly skilled jobs focused on AI and hybrid...
Dec 14, 2021
TELUS expands strategic relationship with IBM to provide enterprises with fast, secure and reliable 5G industry solutionsVANCOUVER / MARKHAM ON, December 07, 2021: Today, IBM (NYSE: IBM) and TELUS (TSX: T, NYSE: TU) are deploying a Canada-wide 5G edge computing platform to enable enterprises across multiple...
Dec 7, 2021
Expansion of 13-Year Partnership to Address Cybersecurity Talent Gap in CanadaOttawa (ON), October 28, 2021: IBM (NYSE: IBM) and the University of Ottawa today announce a multi-year partnership to build and operate a Cyber Range: a fully immersive, interactive, and...
Oct 28, 2021
Cape Breton (NS), October 12, 2021: Mi’kmaw Economic Benefits Office (MEBO), Mi’kmaw Kina’matnewey (MK) and Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC), along with IBM (NYSE:IBM) today announced...
Oct 12, 2021
50+ new jobs for delivery of cloud and AI technology and services Centre to help address the urgency for tech modernization revealed in recent IBM studyOttawa, ON, September 23, 2021: IBM Canada (NYSE: IBM) today announced the launch of the IBM Cloud Modernization Centre (CMC), located in the Zibi neighbourhood of Gatineau, providing...
Sep 23, 2021
IBM Canada surveyed government and business IT decisionmakers for their thoughts on the urgency for tech modernization in government. Cybersecurity and obstacles to modernization were revealed as key considerations.OTTAWA, September 16, 2021: With the federal election a few days away, top-of-mind considerations for Canadian technology leaders appear to be cybersecurity and the protection of personal...
Sep 16, 2021
ARMONK, N.Y., July 1, 2021 – Kyndryl, the independent public company that will be created following the separation of IBM's Managed Infrastructure Services business, today announced that it has...
Jul 1, 2021
Investment to support 500 new hires in the Greater Toronto Area 2,000+ positions opened for hiring so far this year in Canada – technology and services skills in AI, hybrid cloud and security in demandMarkham ON, June 21, 2021: IBM Canada (NYSE: IBM) today announced it would be merging four Toronto-based offices into a single flexible workspace to be located at 16 York in Toronto’s downtown...
Jun 21, 2021
ManpowerGroup will allow learners on IBM SkillsBuild to progress to in-demand roles by connecting their skills with current market needs This supports IBM’s goal of helping to skill 500,000 people by the end of 2021 through the IBM SkillsBuild programMarkham ON June 17, 2021 – Today, IBM (NYSE: IBM), ManpowerGroup, and the Royal Alberta College (RAC), a not-for-profit educational institution based in Edmonton, have launched a collaboration using
Jun 17, 2021-
OTTAWA — April 27, 2021 // Carleton University and IBM Canada today announce a five-year collaboration agreement to enhance Carleton’s Institute for Data Science and equip students for...
Apr 27, 2021 
Markham, ON December 10, 2020 - IBM (NYSE:IBM) and Mila – Quebec Artificial Intelligence Institute (Mila) announce today a collaboration to accelerate AI and machine learning using Oríon, an...
Dec 10, 2020
New cloud-based web and mobile experience offers Aeroplan members more personalization, flexibility, and intuitive design.Montreal QC, December 3, 2020: IBM Canada today announced its collaboration with Air Canada, the country’s largest airline, on the recently launched Aeroplan program, which includes a new web...
Dec 3, 2020
IBM Canada national survey reflects a generational divide on the role of technology in protecting the planet.Markham ON November 9, 2020 – According to the findings from a national IBM Canada survey on technology and the environment, different generations of Canadians have varying views on our progress...
Nov 9, 2020
5-year digital transformation will modernize the business and deliver cost savings for the company.Markham, ON November 3, 2020 – IBM (NYSE:IBM) announced today it is collaborating with IGM Financial (IGM.TO) to accelerate its ambitious five year digital transformation, an initiative expected...
Nov 3, 2020
IBM Canada ProBono volunteer program delivers a virtual agent using Watson Assistant for Quebec’s Diabetic Children FoundationMontreal QC – IBM Canada is working with Quebec’s Diabetic Children’s Foundation (known as ‘Fred’) to support children living with diabetes in the midst of COVID-19. Delivered by nine...
Oct 5, 2020
IBM and TD Bank Group also support non-profit ACCES Employment on SkillsBuild to deliver custom courses, projects, and personalized coaching to over 35,000 Canadians looking to re-skillToronto, CANADA – Today, IBM, (NYSE: IBM) and non-profit organization ACCES Employment launch a collaboration using the SkillsBuild platform, making custom courses, projects, and personalized...
Jul 27, 2020
Transformation of services to Canada’s credit unions will increase the operational resiliency, cybersecurity and speed critical for a post-COVID environment.Calgary, AB – IBM (NYSE:IBM) and Celero, a leading solutions integrator for Canadian credit unions, have signed a 7-year, multi-million dollar strategic outsourcing agreement that will modernize...
Jul 21, 2020
Alberta Central, SaskCentral and Credit Union Central of Manitoba create joint venture and partner with IBM to develop a modernized payments platform; 8-year agreement that is the largest of its kind in Canada for the credit union system.Calgary, AB – A new Prairie Payments Joint Venture (PPJV) and IBM (NYSE:IBM) have signed an 8-year, multi-million dollar agreement to digitally transform and modernize credit union payment...
May 11, 2020
New innovative service uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning to provide an enhanced user experience and keep residents safe during the global pandemic.MARKHAM, ON – In a Canadian first, IBM (NYSE: IBM) and the City of Markham – Canada’s high-tech capital – are using the artificial intelligence-driven virtual agent “IBM Watson Assistant...
Apr 29, 2020
OTTAWA — April 27, 2021 // Carleton University and IBM Canada today announce a five-year collaboration agreement to enhance Carleton’s Institute for Data Science and equip students for...
Apr 27, 2020-
Canadians are “defeatist” about the security of their personal information, according to a national IBM Canada survey. 73% of Canadians don’t know who holds their data.
Only 19% of Canadians say they fully trust businesses to keep their personal information secure and not to share it without permission. 38% of Canadians say they or someone they know has been...
Dec 11, 2019 -
Partnership offers up to USD120,000 in IBM public cloud credits to FinTechs in their first year of business
MONTREAL – Finance Montréal announced today a new partnership with IBM which will help FinTech start-ups in Montreal accelerate their growth and connect with like-minded enterprises. Through...
Dec 6, 2019 -
New research partnership on cybersecurity and cyber safety will focus on government, public and private sectors
Ottawa, ON – IBM (NYSE:IBM) and the University of Ottawa today announced the launch of a uOttawa hub for cybersecurity and cyber safety. Together, IBM and the University will address critical...
Dec 3, 2019 -
Implementation of SAP® S/4HANA® paves the way for process innovation, future growth
ARMONK, NY – IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced that Cenovus Energy Inc., a leading Canadian integrated oil and gas company, has turned to IBM Services to help modernize its business processes and...
Nov 25, 2019 -
Brantford, November 1, 2019 – Six Nations Polytechnic (SNP), along with IBM (NYSE: IBM) and Mohawk College, today announced they are partnering to deliver the P-TECH School Model (Pathways in...
Nov 1, 2019 -
New IBM Cloud multizone region in Canada expected to enhance existing cloud services to run mission-critical and innovative applications closer to home
TORONTO – Today, IBM (NYSE:) announced an expansion of its global cloud footprint, with plans to launch a new IBM Cloud multizone region (MZR) in Canada by late 2020. The MZR in Canada will add...
Oct 24, 2019 -
Move to IBM Cloud transforms operations by offering flexibility, security and access to higher value technologies, including AI
CANADA – Today, IBM announced that Home Trust Company (“Home Trust”), a federally regulated trust company based in Canada, has completed the migration of its IT infrastructure to IBM Cloud....
Oct 17, 2019 -
Secure health care directory hosted on IBM Cloud speeds up access to care
CANADA – IBM (NYSE: IBM) and Medical Confidence are collaborating to help patients access specialist treatment across Canada more quickly and effectively. Medical Confidence created a directory...
Sep 19, 2019 -
British Columbia start-up is adopting IBM AI and IBM Cloud to give first responders fast access to insights during critical incident responses.
VANCOUVER, BC – August 29, 2019 – IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced it is working with Lightship Works, an intelligent field operations start-up in Kamloops, British Columbia, to integrate AI...
Aug 29, 2019 
- Acquisition positions IBM as the leading hybrid cloud provider and accelerates IBM's high-value business model, extending Red Hat's open source innovation to a broader range of clients - IBM preserves Red Hat's independence and neutrality; Red Hat will strengthen its existing partnerships to give customers freedom, choice and flexibility - Red Hat's unwavering commitment to open source remains unchanged - Together, IBM and Red Hat will deliver next-generation hybrid multicloud platformIBM (NYSE: IBM) and Red Hat announced today that they have closed the transaction under which IBM acquired all of the issued and outstanding common shares of Red Hat for $190.00 per share in cash,...
Jul 10, 2019-
A new pilot program will help up to 80 students get ready for careers in Nova Scotia’s growing technology sector.
Province of Nova Scotia to pilot Technology Advantage Program with support from IBM educational model P-TECH HALIFAX, March 14, 2019 – The Province of Nova Scotia announced today a new pilot...
Mar 12, 2019 -
Blockchain technology has the potential to improve trust, transparency, patient safety and patient empowerment in clinical trials
Burlington and Markham, ON, February 12, 2019 – Boehringer Ingelheim (Canada) Ltd. and IBM Canada announced today at the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) conference...
Feb 12, 2019 -
New platform will provide intelligent insights to all employees and managers
TORONTO, January 30, 2019 – SAP Canada, a subsidiary of SAP SE (NYSE: SAP), and IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announce the transformation of the Toronto Transit Commission’s (TTC) internal payroll,...
Jan 30, 2019