At Economic Futures Lab, we are redefining Canada’s economic future by forging innovative pathways that drive resilience, regenerative growth, and sustainable prosperity. Our collaborative platform unites leading universities, industry pioneers, government stakeholders, philanthropic funds, and impact investors to co-create transformative programs that leverage advanced AI, robust data intelligence from the Regional Intelligence Agency (RIA), and pioneering research. Together, we empower communities at the federal, provincial, and regional levels to de-risk capital investments, unlock stranded assets, and attract the funding needed for a regenerative economy—today and for future generations.
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Why We Exist
Canada’s economic landscape is evolving rapidly, and addressing today’s challenges requires bold, data-driven strategies. We believe that a regenerative economic development approach—one that integrates environmental, social, and economic capital—is essential for long-term prosperity. Economic Futures Lab exists to:
• Inform Investment Decisions: Provide actionable insights that de-risk capital, transform stranded assets, and guide strategic investment.
• Attract Diverse Capital: Mobilize philanthropic funds and impact investors alongside traditional capital sources, ensuring a comprehensive funding model.
• Foster Resilience: Develop adaptive strategies that secure sustainable growth while mitigating risks across national, provincial, and regional levels.
• Drive Collaborative Innovation: Bring together academia, industry, and government to co-create cutting-edge solutions that bridge policy, research, and market realities.
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What We Do
Economic Futures Lab is dedicated to accelerating Canada’s transition to a regenerative economy by:
• Co-Creation & Collaboration: Partnering with top-tier universities and research centers to design cooperative programming that integrates AI-driven analytics and advanced data intelligence.
• Informing Investment & De-risking Capital: Delivering precise economic insights that reduce investment risks and unlock the potential of stranded assets, making capital more secure and attractive.
• Attracting Capital: Engaging both philanthropic funds and impact investors to create a diversified funding ecosystem that supports sustainable, high-impact projects.
• Driving Innovation in Regenerative Economics: Utilizing the “5 Capitals” framework (financial, human, natural, social, and manufactured) to redefine growth and stimulate inclusive economic development.
• Supporting Policy & Regional Development: Providing actionable research and frameworks that support federal, provincial, and regional initiatives, including interprovincial trade, supply chain integration, and rural-urban connectivity.
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How We Operate
Our approach is built on four core pillars:
• Advanced Research & Data Intelligence: Leveraging high-performance AI and RIA data to generate actionable insights that inform strategic investment decisions.
• Collaborative Program Development: Co-creating initiatives with academic institutions, industry leaders, and government bodies to address economic challenges through tailored, scalable solutions.
• Strategic Partnerships & Funding: Aligning with national partners like CANARIE, Enel Energy, and others to build secure, open access networks, while engaging philanthropic funds and impact investors to de-risk capital.
• Capacity Building & Future-Proofing: Delivering educational programs, co-op initiatives, and leadership development that equip communities to adapt to technological and economic shifts, ensuring long-term sustainability.
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Who It’s For
Economic Futures Lab is designed for:
• Policy Makers: Federal and provincial leaders seeking data-driven, innovative strategies to inform national and regional economic development.
• Academic & Research Institutions: Universities and co-op programs aiming to integrate cutting-edge research with real-world economic challenges.
• Industry Leaders & Entrepreneurs: Innovators eager to apply AI and data intelligence to unlock new economic opportunities and de-risk investments.
• Investors & Philanthropic Funds: Impact investors and philanthropic organizations looking for secure, high-impact opportunities in regenerative economic development.
• Community & Regional Planners: Stakeholders focused on creating resilient, sustainable local economies that balance growth with social and environmental responsibility.