Wavefront is Canada’s Centre of Excellence for Wireless Commercialization and Research, accelerating the growth and success of wireless companies by connecting them with critical resources, partners and opportunities, to drive economic and social benefits for Canada. Wavefront products and services are available to wireless and non-wireless companies looking to leverage mobile technology.
Wavefront engages with partners and clients across the wireless ecosystem, including small and medium enterprises (SMEs), multinational enterprises (MNEs), Government and academia, to provide innovative wireless solutions and expertise, and accelerate the growth and commercialization of Canadian wireless companies.
What we provide:
- Advisory Services
- Funding
- Market Linkages
- Technical Services
- Training
Economic impact of Wavefront (2009-2012):
- Generated almost $37 million in GDP, which translates into a return of $4.80 in economic benefits for every dollar of public funding received;
- Generated $1.25 in federal and provincial tax revenues for every dollar of government investment received;
- Helped companies accelerate time to market by four to six months, increase revenues by 19.7% and foreign sales by 33.5%, and generate $2.2 million in total savings; and
- Enabled the creation of 574 cumulative new jobs.
