UVic Secures $5M for AI & Aerospace Tech

0:00University of Victoria just landed over $5 million from Pacific Economic Development Canada to boost defense tech and artificial intelligence and aerospace right here in British Columbia. They're putting $4 million into the Center for Aerospace Research for a new satellite ground station plus upgrades to testing facilities. That will speed up development for the West Coast Space sector. Meanwhile, $1,430,000 heads to the Advanced Control and Intelligent Systems Lab for an AI-driven drone system that maps and surveys on its own. This tech handles civilian jobs like land planning, infrastructure checks, and emergency aid in remote spots while also aiding defense with border. Watches in real-time awareness. Officials say it'll create local jobs and sharpen Canada's edge in protection, all part of a bigger $13.8 million push to BC. Firms innovating in these fields, keeping our tech games strong. Stay in form with Vancouver News today, AI-powered updates. I'm Corey with The Story.