Cultivating New Ideas
Microsoft’s commitment to new ideas and new technologies has led to relationships with varied levels of across government, communities and businesses in Canada. Through local relationships, technology support and the involvement of employees Microsoft is committed to investing in innovative ideas that create new social and economic opportunities for all Canadians.

Canadian Innovation Program

Microsoft Canada recognizes technological innovation happening across the country and supports entrepreneurs bringing their products to market. From embarking on new frontiers of video analysis to protecting healthcare privacy and helping children with auditory disabilities learn more effectively, Canadians are using Microsoft technology to make a difference in the lives of others. We are always interested in hearing about great programs being created on the Microsoft platform. If you have a story to share with us, please contact John Weigelt, National Technology Officer, Microsoft Canada Co.

Click here to learn more about Microsoft’s commitment to innovation in Canada.

CNIB

No Canadian should be denied access to the online world. Under the leadership of President and CEO, Jim Sanders The Canadian National Institute for the Blind and Microsoft Canada developed the Digitial Library System and Children's Discovery Portal. Together, these groundbreaking technologies provide wider access to books, magazines and newspapers for the three million blind and visually impaired Canadians.

Click here to learn more about Microsoft's work with the CNIB or read the launch press release here.

The Microsoft Language Interface Pack

At Microsoft Canada, we're commited to preserving local language and culture wherever possible through the Microsoft Local Language Program and the Language Interface Pack (LIP). Thanks to the LIP program, community leaders like Leena Evik and her team of supporters who are dedicated to preserving the Inuit language and culture, have translated over 700,000 English words and phrases. Because of their efforts, applications like e-mail, databases and menus in Microsoft Office are now available with Inuktitut commands.