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Michelle LLambías Meunier becomes new CEO of Propulsion Québec
Marie Hélène Cloutier, Chair of Propulsion Québec’s Board of Directors, is proud to announce the appointment of Michelle LLambías Meunier as the cluster’s new CEO.
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The Next Budget Must Ensure Competitiveness of the EST Industry
Montreal, August 3, 2023 — Propulsion Québec, the cluster for Electric and Smart Transportation (EST), submits its priorities in advance of the 2024 federal budget as part of the federal pre-budget consultations process. The global race to attract champions in the electrification sector has begun and Canada must capitalize its strengths to stay competitive.
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FINANCING | Finalta Capital announces $50 million in non-dilutive financing dedicated to the Electric and Smart Transportation sector
Montreal, March 15, 2023 – As part of the Impulsion conference, the International Electric and Smart Transportation Summit organized by Propulsion Québec, Finalta Capital, one of Canada’s largest funds specialized in non-dilutive tax credit and government grant financing, announces $50 million in funding dedicated to the electric and smart transportation (EST) ecosystem. An enhanced funding […]
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IMPULSION Innovation Edition | The electric and smart transportation event, an international success!
Montreal, March 15, 2023 — Propulsion Québec, the cluster for electric and smart transportation (EST), organized IMPULSION, Innovation Edition, the international summit on electric and smart transportation.
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PORTRAIT & BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES OF THE EST SECTOR IN QUÉBEC | A Status Report on EST and Two Guides to Support Investment in Québec
The Funding group project of Propulsion Québec, the cluster for Electric and Smart Transportation (EST), launched today at IMPULSION, Innovation Edition, the project Portrait & business opportunities of the EST sector in Québec.
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IMPULSION, Innovation Edition: The international summit on electric and smart transportation starts today
Montreal, March 13, 2023 — Propulsion Québec, the cluster for Electric and Smart Transportation (EST), presents IMPULSION, Innovation Edition, the first international summit on electric and smart transportation, taking place from March 13 to 15. More than 1,000 leaders and specialists from this cutting-edge sector are converging this week – from around the globe – at the Palais des congrès de Montréal to participate in this major event, which seeks to advance sustainable mobility in Quebec and around the world.
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The electric and smart transportation industry is taking action to address the labor shortage through the En route! project!
Propulsion Québec, the cluster for electric and smart transportation (EST), is undertaking the En route! to Careers in EST project aimed at showcasing Québec’s know-how and attracting new talent to promote access to a qualified workforce.
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Electric mining service vehicle for the open-pit mining industry: Test phase starts in summer 2022
The Innovative Vehicle Institute (IVI), Propulsion Québec, and the partners of the electric mining vehicle (EMV) project—Adria Power Systems, Dana TM4, L. Fournier et Fils, Nouveau Monde Graphite, CanmetMINING, Natural Resources Canada and National Research Council Canada (NRCC)—are pleased to announce the start of a nine-month test phase of an open-pit mining vehicle and its infrastructure, starting in summer 2022 at the Nouveau Monde Graphite mine in Saint-Michel-des-Saints.
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Ambition EST 2030 : a roadmap for propelling Quebec to the forefront of the electric and smart transportation industry by 2030
Propulsion Québec, the cluster for electric and smart transportation, is announcing Ambition EST 2030, a roadmap for the electric and smart transportation (EST) industry developed in partnership with Deloitte.
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Propulsion Québec unveils three programs to support and develop Quebec’s electric and smart transportation industry
Propulsion Québec, the cluster for electric and smart transportation (EST), has partnered with the Government of Canada to establish three programs that will grow and develop the EST industry.
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Quebec’s Growing EV Industry Drives New Jobs But also the Need for Reskilling
Quebec has emerged as a significant player in the Canadian electric vehicle (EV) industry, with expanding ability to compete internationally. New jobs and skills will be needed along with workforce development solutions, training, reskilling, and upskilling.
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Fasken, an important new partner for Propulsion Québec
Propulsion Québec, the cluster for Electric and Smart Transportation (EST), is pleased to announce a new partnership with Fasken, one of the largest business law firms in Canada.
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FINANCING | $50 million from Finalta Capital in non-dilutive financing dedicated to the Electric and Smart Transportation sector
Fast growing, innovative companies from the electric and smart transportation (EST) sector in Québec take advantage of the $50 million in funding dedicated to the EST ecosystem by Finalta Capital, one of Canada’s largest funds specialized in non-dilutive tax credit and government grant financing, announced in March 2023 as part of the Impulsion conference, the International EST Summit organized by Propulsion Québec.
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Demand response: Save money by using hydro at the right times
If you could lower your company’s hydro bill while contributing to the collective effort to support Quebec’s energy transition, would you? Yes, most likely! How? By curbing power demand for buildings and equipment during peak demand events.
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Electrifying school bus fleets : The importance of adapting buildings and infrastructure
In this series of articles, we demystify the key steps of converting your school bus fleet to electric power thanks to the Transporteur+ guide. This guide aims to provide easy and direct access to resources to clarify the steps, issues, conditions and facilitating measures for a successful transition to electrification.
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Electrifying school bus fleets : Implementing the pilot project and phase-in
In this series of articles, we demystify the key steps of converting your school bus fleet to electric power thanks to the Transporteur+ guide. This guide aims to provide easy and direct access to resources to clarify the steps, issues, conditions and facilitating measures for a successful transition to electrification
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Electrifying school bus fleets: The importance of choosing your suppliers
In this series of articles, we demystify the key steps of converting your school bus fleet to electric power thanks to the Transporteur+ guide. This guide aims to provide easy and direct access to resources to clarify the steps, issues, conditions and facilitating measures for a successful transition to electrification.
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The key to a successful school bus fleet electrification project
In this series of articles, we demystify the key steps of converting your school bus fleet to electric power thanks to the Transporteur+ guide. This guide aims to provide easy and direct access to resources to clarify the steps, issues, conditions and facilitating measures for a successful transition to electrification.
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FLO®: sparking change, one charge at a time
FLO became a leader in electric vehicle (EV) charging in North America by integrating the process from start to finish: manufacturing charging stations, developing software and managing its network. To stay ahead of the curve in a fast-moving, innovation-driven market, the company turned to the Fonds de solidarité FTQ to support its growth.
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A TRIBUTE TO THE WOMEN IN OUR ECOSYSTEM – A portrait of the situation in the public domain
For a long time, the transportation sector consisted mostly of men. In the past ten years or so, more and more women can be found around discussion tables, in management roles and on executive boards of different leading corporations and organizations in our ecosystem.
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BUSINESS MODELS AND FINANCING : Attract Investors to the EST Sector
Electric and smart transportation sector (EST) financing is a key element, both for start-ups and well-established organizations. Despite the multitude of economic and environmental opportunities stemming from EST, many investors are unfamiliar with our sector.
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LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES : Local and international impact is on the horizon !
The lithium-ion battery sector is a key player in the future of electric and smart transportation in Quebec. Increasing announcements are highlighting the economic and environmental implications both locally and internationally.
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Will industrial strategies chart a new course for the future of Quebec industries?
The Quebec economy—and more broadly the world economy—faces multiple challenges: the climate crisis, supply chain problems, labour shortages, inflation, etc. Quebec has an abundant supply of resources, know-how, and expertise; however, the next points on its agenda should include structuring, developing, and planning industrial activities.
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Hosting a Charging Station?
The new Clean Fuel Regulations, SOR/2022-140, (the “Regulations”) aim to displace the use of fossil fuels and promote the use of electric and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.
Read more8 key strategic ambitions
The Ambition TEI 2030 roadmap is divided into 8 strategic ambitions, major areas of action that provide an effective method for structuring our ecosystem.
