TLDR: Dalhousie University’s Dal Innovates, in collaboration with ShiftKey Labs and Lab2Market, has launched ‘AI2Market,’ a new entrepreneurial program designed to empower the next generation of AI-driven startups across Atlantic Canada. The initiative, announced on August 14, 2025, aims to cultivate innovation and support ventures leveraging artificial intelligence in the region.
Halifax, NS – Dalhousie University is taking a significant step to bolster the artificial intelligence landscape in Atlantic Canada with the official launch of its new entrepreneurial program, AI2Market. Announced on August 14, 2025, this initiative is a collaborative effort by Dal Innovates, the university’s hub for innovation and entrepreneurship, in partnership with ShiftKey Labs and Lab2Market.
The AI2Market program is specifically tailored to empower and support the burgeoning ecosystem of AI-driven entrepreneurs and startups within Atlantic Canada. Its primary objective is to nurture innovative ventures that leverage artificial intelligence, providing them with the necessary resources, mentorship, and pathways to success.
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This launch underscores Dalhousie University’s commitment to fostering a dynamic environment for technological advancement and economic growth in the region. By focusing on AI, the program aims to position Atlantic Canada at the forefront of AI innovation, cultivating a new wave of companies that can contribute to both local and global challenges. Further details regarding the program’s structure, specific offerings, and participant criteria are expected to be fully unveiled by Dal Innovates.


