Category: econext Event

Accelerate. Land. Expand. From Atlantic Canada to Europe — Benelux is your launchpad.

The Scale Up Hub Benelux program will help small to medium-sized businesses (SMEs) throughout Atlantic Canada unlock new partnerships, gain market access, and position themselves for long-term growth across the European Union (EU), using the Benelux region (Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg) as their launchpad for market expansion and trade diversification.

Program supports will include:

• Strategic market entry services
• Market activation & lead generation
• Investment access & capital support
• Landing pad & operational hub

This webinar is for SMEs in Atlantic Canada to learn and ask questions about the upcoming program. For more information about Scale Up Hub Benelux, visit the program webpage at: https://econext.ca/scale-up-hub-benelux/.

Date: November 27, 2025
Time: 1:30-2:30 AST / 2:00-3:00 NST
Location: Online

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This project is supported by the Government of Canada and the four Atlantic Provinces through the Atlantic Trade Investment and Growth Agreement.

econext is leading the Program in collaboration with the Government of Canada, the governments of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador, and tech NL.

Across Canada’s ocean sector, data is growing faster than teams can manage it. While Artificial Intelligence is being touted as a solution, it’s hard to know how to make use of it when you don’t have the time, resources, or confidence to apply it in ways that move your work forward.

Join econext and CIOOS Atlantic as we explore an exciting new way to keep up with the speed of AI without getting lost in the weeds – the Building Bridges Community of Practice.

This free community, built for ocean professionals, researchers, and innovators, provides members with the data tools they need to adopt AI confidently and effectively, breaking down technical barriers, advancing AI literacy, and fostering collaborative innovation.

This session is free! Please register using the button below!

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Agenda:

1. Welcome and Introduction to CIOOS Atlantic & the Building Bridges Project
2. Overview of the Building Bridges Community of Practice + Walkthrough
3. Introduction to AI Courses
4. Moderated Q&A + Wrap-up

About the Presenters:

Shayla Fitzsimmons is the Executive Director of CIOOS Atlantic, where she leads regional efforts to make ocean data more accessible, interoperable, and impactful across Atlantic Canada.

Yan Chen is the Community Coordinator for the Building Bridges Community of Practice, supporting its development through CIOOS Atlantic.

Alex Johnston is the Ocean AI Training Lead for Building Bridges, where he develops dynamic learning experiences that make ocean science and artificial intelligence accessible to all.

Date: Wednesday December 10, 2025
Time: 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Location: JAG Hotel, 115 George St W, St. John’s, NL A1C 0B7

Join us for our 2025 Holiday Social!

It’s the most wonderful time of the of year again, our econext 2025 Holiday Social! This event will be held on Wednesday December 10th, 2025 from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at the JAG Hotel in St. John’s.

In lieu of a ticket cost, econext is raising funds for the Community Food Sharing Association and the Single Parent Association of Newfoundland and Labrador. Donations can be made through the registration page.

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We are looking forward to hosting our members, stakeholders and partners for some festive holiday cheer. Our networking events provide amazing opportunities to meet new contributors in the green economy, chat with familiar faces, and enjoy some refreshments.

Interested in partnering with econext on this event? For more details, please contact Colin Heffernan, Manager of Industry and Community Engagement, by e-mail at heffernan@econext.ca.

Workshop Overview

Date: November 25, 2025

Time: 9:00 am – 10:30 am

Location: Co. Innovation Centre, 710 Torbay Rd (Suite A), St. John’s, NL

Angler Solutions Inc. will share insights from a recent paper that explores the potential and opportunities for energy storage systems in Newfoundland and Labrador. The presentation will cover the current technology landscape, applications from industrial, grid-level to export potential, as well as key considerations such as economic impacts and regulatory challenges. Following the presentation, participants will engage in a guided discussion to identify priority areas and potential opportunities for collaborative, industry-driven research and development on energy storage.

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Virtual attendance for this event is available. 

Workshop Objective:

To spark and advance provincial dialogue on innovation opportunities in Newfoundland and Labrador’s clean energy sector, with a particular focus on energy storage systems, including hybrid solutions, SDES/LDES, and recommendations. 

Ideal Workshop Participants:

This workshop is designed for stakeholders from academia, industry developers, and policy makers within the province who are engaged in or interested in energy storage technologies and services, and who want to explore how these can be applied to Newfoundland and Labrador’s growing clean energy industry.

Registration

Cost:

$25 + applicable fees + HST for econext members

$50 + applicable fees + HST for non-members

Please register using the above link.

Description

This series showcases digital, remote, and autonomous technologies designed to optimize operations and maintenance across the province’s energy and infrastructure sectors.

Each week, a Newfoundland & Labrador-based finalist who submitted a solution to the econext Clean Energy Infrastructure Optimization Challenge will take the stage at Co. Innovation Centre to share their story, present their idea, or demonstrate their technology in action. These innovators are developing scalable, sustainable solutions to address real-world challenges.

Time: Thursday December 4, 9:00 – 10:15am NDT
Location: 710 Torbay Road St. John’s, NL A1A 5G9

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Angler Solutions

Angler Solutions will be featured in this weeks session, offering a short overview of their company and their MESO (Model for Energy Systems Optimization) platform, followed by a brief demonstration.

Angler Solutions Inc. is a Newfoundland-based consulting and technology firm working across the energy and ocean technology sectors. Founded in 2020, their team draws on experience in offshore oil and gas and electricity, now focused on advancing renewable and diversified energy systems.

They specialize in early-phase project development, energy systems modelling, techno-economic analysis, and renewable integration studies. Their in-house MESO platform models and optimizes hybrid energy systems that combine wind, solar, hydro, and hydrogen with energy storage, including batteries and thermal storage. MESO can also simulate diesel generation systems used in isolated or remote communities to evaluate diversification pathways and lower-carbon transitions.

Angler helps clients de-risk early investment decisions and develop practical, data-driven roadmaps toward commercial readiness. They collaborate with partners across Canada, the UK, and Europe to deliver high-impact projects in renewable energy and ocean technology.

Whether you’re in industry, government, academia, or simply passionate about clean technology, Cleantech Connect is your opportunity to engage with the people and ideas driving Newfoundland and Labrador’s clean energy future.

Description

This series showcases digital, remote, and autonomous technologies designed to optimize operations and maintenance across the province’s energy and infrastructure sectors.

Each week, a Newfoundland & Labrador-based finalist who submitted a solution to the econext Clean Energy Infrastructure Optimization Challenge will take the stage at Co. Innovation Centre to share their story, present their idea, or demonstrate their technology in action. These innovators are developing scalable, sustainable solutions to address real-world challenges.

Time: Thursday November 27, 9:00 – 10:15am NDT
Location: 710 Torbay Road St. John’s, NL A1A 5G9

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Copsys Technologies

Copsys will be featured in this weeks session, presenting their innovative approach as part of this exciting Cleantech Connect lineup.

Copsys Technologies is a start-up bringing its patented Copsys Intelligent Digital Skin (CIDS) to market, with a mission to digitally transform the way critical infrastructure is protected. Unlike traditional coatings, CIDS is a data-driven system that identifies risks early, reduces asset degradation, extends asset lifespan, and cuts maintenance costs.

CEO Michael Maguire will present recent developments and ongoing projects advancing disruptive applications across industries such as energy, renewables, marine, and naval toward commercial readiness.

Whether you’re in industry, government, academia, or simply passionate about clean technology, Cleantech Connect is your opportunity to engage with the people and ideas driving Newfoundland and Labrador’s clean energy future.

Description

This series showcases digital, remote, and autonomous technologies designed to optimize operations and maintenance across the province’s energy and infrastructure sectors.

Each week, a Newfoundland & Labrador-based finalist who submitted a solution to the econext Clean Energy Infrastructure Optimization Challenge will take the stage at Co. Innovation Centre to share their story, present their idea, or demonstrate their technology in action. These innovators are developing scalable, sustainable solutions to address real-world challenges.

Time: Thursday November 20, 10:00 – 11:15am NDT
Location: 710 Torbay Road St. John’s, NL A1A 5G9

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Oil Filtration Solutions Ltd.

Oil Filtration Solutions Ltd.  will be featured in this weeks session, presenting their innovative approach as part of this exciting lineup.

Presentation Blurb:
Our session will introduce Oil Filtration Solutions Ltd. (OFS) and its innovative oil recycling and purification technologies that enhance equipment reliability, reduce maintenance costs, extend lubricant service life, and reduce environmental impact. The presentation will also feature a brief demonstration of our Oil Recycling Technology and latest smart oil monitoring device designed for remote applications or those requiring constant oil monitoring.

Presenter Bio:
Bill Butler is the President of Oil Filtration Solutions Ltd., based in Conception Bay South, Newfoundland & Labrador. A graduated of Memorial University of Newfoundland (B.A., B.Sc.) and with over two decades of experience in industrial filtration and clean technology, Bill has led the company’s expansion into international markets. His leadership focuses on advancing practical, cost-effective solutions to reduce the consumption, transportation, and storage of hazardous materials and support the global transition toward cleaner, more efficient energy systems.

Company Bio:
Oil Filtration Solutions Ltd. (OFS) is a Newfoundland and Labrador–based clean technology company specializing in advanced oil purification and recycling systems for industrial and renewable energy applications. Founded in 2002, OFS represents technologies that remove water and ultra-fine contaminants missed by conventional oil filtering technologies, from diesel engine, turbine, gear, hydraulic, and transformer oils—restoring oil performance, extending equipment & oil life, and reducing environmental impact. OFS, also offer next-generation smart monitoring technologies measuring key oil health metrics in real time, enabling predictive maintenance and lower operating costs. The company serves clients across the marine, construction, transportation, power generation, and renewable energy sectors in Canada and internationally.

Whether you’re in industry, government, academia, or simply passionate about clean technology, Cleantech Connect is your chance to connect with the people and ideas shaping Newfoundland and Labrador’s clean energy future.

Description

This series showcases digital, remote, and autonomous technologies designed to optimize operations and maintenance across the province’s energy and infrastructure sectors.

Each week, a Newfoundland & Labrador-based finalist who submitted a solution to the econext Clean Energy Infrastructure Optimization Challenge will take the stage at Co. Innovation Centre to share their story, present their idea, or demonstrate their technology in action. These innovators are developing scalable, sustainable solutions to address real-world challenges.

Time: Thursday November 13, 9:00 – 10:15am NDT
Location: 710 Torbay Road St. John’s, NL A1A 5G9

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Sikumiut Environmental Management Ltd. (SEM)

As part of the series, Sikumiut Environmental Management Ltd. (SEM) will present its technology initiatives, highlighting environmental sensing, AI modeling, and geospatial software development.

Founded in 2022 and proudly rooted in Newfoundland & Labrador, SEM began with a mission to deliver smart, sustainable environmental solutions tailored to local needs. Over time, SEM has grown into a dynamic company offering expertise across five service areas:

Environment
Geomatics
Digital Solutions
Engagement
Recruitment

SEM develops practical, locally informed strategies that promote responsible development. With a growing focus on technology, the company explores innovative ways to solve client challenges. With experience across both public and private sectors, SEM brings a deep understanding of the regulatory, environmental, economic, and social considerations involved in projects of all sizes. Wherever SEM works across the province, the goal is to create meaningful, lasting impact across communities and industries.

Whether you’re in industry, government, academia, or simply passionate about clean technology, Cleantech Connect is your opportunity to engage with the people and ideas driving Newfoundland and Labrador’s clean energy future.