Sector Strengths
ICT Innovation
Saskatchewan is home to a growing number of information & communication technology (ICT) companies that are at the forefront of innovation, providing transformative solutions across industries like agriculture, energy, health and more to support global connectivity and economic growth.
Bring Your ICT Company to Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan’s ICT sector is a rising star in the Prairies thanks to a skilled workforce and collaborative community that supports your company’s growth from startup to scale.
Growing Tech Sector
Since 2019, Saskatchewan’s tech sector has had the highest increase in employment growth rate at 108.6 per cent, outpacing all Prairie provinces in Canada.
Talent Pool
The University of Saskatchewan, Saskatchewan Polytechnic and the University of Regina provide a steady stream of highly skilled graduates in ICT-related fields.
Partner with Industry
Our strong, export-driven economy presents unique opportunities to partner with key players across Saskatchewan’s core industries, including agriculture, mining and energy.
Supportive Business Environment
Saskatchewan’s low operating costs, generous tax incentives and access to funding make it an ideal environment to grow and innovate efficiently.
Innovation Driven Ecosystem
Our vibrant ICT community thrives through regular hackathons and networking events, uniting the local ecosystem.
Access Tools, Resources, Facilities
Access a wealth of specialized facilities designed to help you scale, including the SaskTel 5G Innovation Labs, SaskTel Sandbox and subscription savings through the R+T parks.
Saskatchewan's ICT Leaders
Some of Canada’ most recognized technology companies, including ICT leaders, have their roots in Saskatchewan.
Innovation Saskatchewan & ICT
We provide direct and non-dilutive funding to ICT companies driving innovation in our key sectors.
Saskatchewan Technology Startup Incentive (STSI)
Canada’s most aggressive investment tax credit program that provides Saskatchewan investors with a 45 per cent tax credit when they support eligible Saskatchewan startups.
Saskatchewan Advantage Innovation Fund (SAIF)
Provides non-repayable grants of up to $450,000 for the development of novel technological solutions that address specific industry challenges and benefit Saskatchewan’s core sectors like energy.
Made in Saskatchewan Technology (MIST) Program
Offers non-repayable grants of up to $30,000 for tech startups to pilot solutions with public sector partners to enhance public services.
The Innovation Saskatchewan Research and Technology (R+T) Parks in Saskatoon and Regina offer flexible space and terms tailored to your needs.
Innovation Saskatchewan R+T Parks
Flexible spaces and terms to meet you wherever you are at. From a single hot desk to a suite of office space, from greenhouse and labs to pilot bays, we have space for you.
Collider
Saskatchewan’s premier co‑working spaces tailored exclusively to the tech sector and part of our parks’ fleet of options to help your tech grow.
We support and collaborate with incubators, accelerators, programs and partners that foster the growth of emerging tech companies.
Co.Labs
Supports high-growth tech startups by offering free resources to help them scale from idea to product-market fit, including mentorship, community, and accelerator programs like Co.Launch.
Cultivator
Provides tech founders with the support, resources, funding and space they need to scale their business.
AGTECH ACCELERATOR
Provides a three-month program led by Cultivator powered by Conexus, designed to connect founders with industry and propel the growth of agtech startups tackling global challenges.
Opus
The University of Saskatchewan’s deep tech incubator for academic founders that helps transition research-backed innovations to market.
Innovation Saskatchewan R+T Parks
Whether you need a hot desk, a private office or a full suite, the Innovation Saskatchewan R+T Parks in Saskatoon and Regina offer the ideal environment to launch and grow your ICT company.
R+T Park Perks & Amenities
- Flexible spaces & terms
- High-bandwidth network
- Community & networking events
- Fitness centre
- Bookable meeting rooms
- On-site food services
- Specialized infrastructure (i.e., greenhouse, lab and pilot space)
- Access the extended innovation community via proximity to industry, academia and like-minded innovators
Collider
- Tailored exclusively to the tech sector
- Bookable pitch & event spaces
- Pitch space, event space and meeting rooms
- 24/7 secure access
- Lunchroom & kitchen space with free coffee
- In-space access to the SaskTel 5G innovation Labs
- And access to all the perks and amenities at the Innovation Saskatchewan R+T Parks