Grant: Applied Research and Development Grants - Level 2

With support from NSERC, Camosun Innovates is entering into a 2-year partnership with MarineLabs Data_x000d_Systems Inc. and Harbour Air. Camosun Innovates is a focal point for applied research, manufacturing, social innovation and sport innovation that enriches the interdisciplinary education of Camosun students. By_x000d_providing access to a sophisticated suite of intellectual, technology and manufacturing assets, they drive_x000d_innovation, create effective business solutions and spearhead beneficial social advancements. MarineLabs is a world class technology company, based in BC, who provides real-time domain awareness from fleets of their compact, cloud connected, CoastScouts. They currently operate CoastScouts off North America's East and_x000d_West coasts and can convert any of Canada's 11,000 floating navigational aids into real-time ocean data hubs. Harbour Air is a global leader in float plane operations with more than 40 aircraft, operating 30,000 flights_x000d_delivering over 500,000 passengers per year, with 11 scheduled destinations in BC. Harbour Air use all_x000d_possible marine and aviation weather information to transport passengers safely and efficiently. However, thereis a lack of available data to support operations. The project goal is to develop and demonstrate a real-time fog and visibility system, built on the MarineLabs CoastScout platform, that improves safety in coastal aviation. If successful, the VIS data will be rolled out along with planned CoastScout deployments in the Pacific, Atlantic, and wider markets as part of the MarineLabs commercial offering. The project will propel MarineLabs forwardwhile stimulating the expansion of their workforce, providing stable clean-tech jobs for Camosun College_x000d_students.