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Regional Technology Development Sites : Technology Focus Areas
This specialized report provides an overview of the main connected and autonomous vehicle (C/AV) technology areas that Regional Technology Development Sites (RTDS) support.
Driving Regional Innovation for Vehicles of the Future
Six sites harness talents and resources for connected and autonomous vehicle technologies
ABOUT AVIN
The Autonomous Vehicle Innovation Network (AVIN) builds upon Ontario’s position as a world-leading automotive manufacturing and supply jurisdiction in addition to the large cluster of information and communication technology companies operating in the province. Through resources such as research and development (R&D) funding, talent development, technology acceleration, business and technical supports and demonstration grounds, AVIN provides a competitive advantage to Ontario-based connected and autonomous vehicle (C/AV) companies – allowing Ontario to reinforce its position as a North American leader in transformative automotive technologies, as well as transportation and infrastructure systems.
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PROGRAMS
AVIN’s four distinct programs focus on supporting the development and demonstration of C/AV technologies, including infrastructure, related to the following Priority Areas: commercially-ready technologies for application in mass light vehicles (e.g., cars, trucks and vans), heavy-duty vehicles (including commercial vehicles, trucks, buses, recreational vehicles (RVs) and others used for goods movement), transportation infrastructure, intelligent transportation systems (ITS) and transit-supportive systems and vehicles in Ontario.
R & D Stream 1
The AV R&D Partnership Fund (Stream 1) contributes 50 per cent of eligible project costs for approved projects up to a maximum of $100,000, with the remainder supported by a minimum 1:1 cash match from Applicants and/or Partners. Project funding can be used towards the development and demonstration of technologies in the C/AV sector, in the Priority Areas. Projects may be up to 12 months in duration.
R & D Stream 2
The AV R&D Partnership Fund (Stream 2) contributes 50 per cent of eligible project costs for approved projects up to a maximum of $1,000,000, with the remainder supported by a minimum 1:1 cash match from Applicants and/or Partners. Project funding can be used towards the development and demonstration of technologies in the C/AV sector, in the Priority Areas. Projects may be up to 24 months in duration.
Talent Development
AVIN’s TalentEdge stream provides students and recent graduates from Ontario colleges and universities with real-world industry experience, by applying their expertise, leading-edge knowledge and tools to solve industry problems related to C/AV technologies.
Demonstration Zone
The AVIN Technology Demonstration Zone, located in Stratford, Ontario, is a site where Ontario-based companies with C/AV technologies can test, validate and showcase innovative products to Tier 1, 2 and 3 parts manufacturers and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in live scenarios and in accordance with applicable laws and regulations using vehicle platforms such as city buses, fleet vehicles, and OEM vehicles.