This month, the Kootenay Association of Science and Technology garnered provincial funding for a tech-forward initiative.
British Columbia is providing $100,000 to support KAST’s Tech Edge project, which will aim to help Kootenay-based businesses adopt digital and AI technologies, connect with local technology providers, and build skills to compete in a changing economy, according to a statement.
“Small-business owners in the Kootenays are facing challenges in a changing economy,” suggests Keith Page, municipal director for the Regional District of Central Kootenay, and councillor for Nelson.
“The productivity gains generative AI can deliver are real,” he posits. “I’ve seen it first-hand.”
“This investment will deliver real, lasting benefit to businesses across the Kootenays,” said Page.
The Kootenays “already have incredible entrepreneurial talent, innovative businesses, and technology expertise,” says Priya Biswas, executive director of KAST. “This investment helps connect those strengths, giving businesses greater access to local technology services, digital tools, and AI solutions that support growth, competitiveness, and a stronger regional economy.”
The fundings hails from The Rural Economic Diversification and Infrastructure Program, which supports economic diversification in rural communities throughout BC.
The original version of this article is on Techcouver.
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