Growing innovation in Atlantic Canada

The Springboard Network moves knowledge and technologies from universities and colleges to the economy. We connect industry with researchers to solve real-world problems and help entrepreneurs protect their IP.
Who are we?
Springboard Network
Industry Engagement Professionals from 14 universities and 5 colleges in Atlantic Canada
IP Advantage
Providing support and information on protecting your start-up or SME with intellectual property
Central Office
Meet our logistics and programming team in Springboard’s headquarters
To celebrate our 20th anniversary, Springboard compiled this collection of our most impactful stories of research commercialization and industry collaborations
Our Stories
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NovaResp: Breathing Easier, Thanks to Springboard and Nova Scotia’s Deep Tech Ecosystem
What started as a prototype quickly gained traction — thanks in large part to Nova Scotia’s rich network of academic, government, and innovation support. Today, NovaResp’s team consists entirely of local graduates, many of whom started with the company as interns or researchers. And the company continues to give back — offering co-op placements and hands-on experience to students looking to explore innovative careers.
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Springboard’s Fevens to speak at AI Summit
CategoriesSpringboard AtlanticSpringboard is pleased to announce that Chris Fevens, Manager of Partnerships and Member Support will be a speaker at the Atlantic AI Summit to introduce AI researchers. He will take the stage on May 1 at 10:30 am. The Summit, to be held at Saint Mary’s University, May 1-3. Springboard is a Trailblazer Sponsor of the AI Summit.
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Springboard sponsors Atlantic Canada AI Summit May 1-3, 2025
CategoriesArtificial IntelligenceSpringboard Atlantic is pleased to announce that it will sponsor the Atlantic Canada AI Summit 2025 May 1-3, at Saint Mary’s University, Halifax, Nova Scotia. The Summit will showcase groundbreaking AI research, promote industry-academia partnerships, and highlight the exceptional AI talent within the region.
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Springboard welcomes Hana to its Network
CategoriesSt.FXSpringboard is pleased to announce that Hana Nelson has joined its network of Industry Engagement Professionals. Hana joined St. FX University’s Office of Industry Liaison & Technology Transfer in February 2025. She is working as Industry Liaison Officer.
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Bioinnovation centre positions NS as leader in life sciences
CategoriesNewsNova Scotia will soon be a major player in the bioinnovation space thanks to the newly opened Neptune BioInnovation Centre in Dartmouth. The centre will transform Nova Scotia’s bioindustrial landscape and will be a world-leading biofermentation centre, allowing Nova Scotia to compete globally, strengthen domestic supply chains and foster biotechnology advancements across critical sectors, including life sciences, pharmaceuticals, forestry and agriculture.