INNOVA is committed to supporting researchers from all disciplines, whether in residence or on an ad hoc basis. We provide the necessary space and equipment, such as an office, access to the immersive cylinder or to augmented reality devices, virtual reality, holographic systems, and more, to facilitate their research projects on educational technologies.
INNOVA invites researchers interested in the various proposed activities to submit their questions or requests at: [email protected]
The new Research Chair on the Digital Vitality of Franco-Ontarian Communities, under the direction of Professor Megan Cotnam-Kapel of the University of Ottawa, has established its residency at INNOVA for the academic year 2024-2025.
Since fall 2024, INNOVA has also welcomed Étienne Trépanier, lawyer, filmmaker, and web designer, who founded Jurivision.ca, a platform for mobilizing legal knowledge through video. Jurivision became a permanent initiative of the Faculty in 2023 and makes the law accessible through images, storytelling, gamification, and immersive experiences.
Jérémie Séror, Researcher in Residence at INNOVA Space, explores how artificial intelligence is transforming language learning. His research examines the impact of emerging technologies on the personalization of educational experiences. INNOVA Space provides a unique environment to test the intersection of technology and education.
A renowned professor with multidisciplinary expertise, Pascale Fournier brings to INNOVA an innovative vision that unites educational technology, Francophone communities, and human rights. As Researcher in Residence for 2025-2026 and Director of the Observatory on Human Rights at the UN, her research is distinguished by its international scope and community engagement.
INNOVA Space is committed to supporting innovative entrepreneurs, particularly within the Francophone community. Our space offers a complete ecosystem including collaborative workspaces, access to cutting-edge virtual and augmented reality technologies, as well as a network of experts in educational technology. Our goal is to facilitate the development of innovative solutions and foster connections between the Francophone academic and entrepreneurial worlds.
INNOVA invites entrepreneurs interested in a residency to submit their questions or requests at: [email protected]
Innova welcomes artists and creators who explore the intersection of art and educational technology. Our residency program provides a collaborative space for practitioners who are reimagining how we learn, create, and engage with emerging tools. Whether you're working with AI, interactive installations, digital tools, or hybrid approaches, Innova is designed for creators ready to experiment, iterate, and share their work with an engaged community.
Artists and creators interested in a residency can submit their questions or requests at: [email protected]
This avant-garde theater will establish its creative residence in the heart of the University of Ottawa's INNOVA space starting in December 2025, in partnership with the Department of Theater in the Faculty of Arts. This collaboration brings together Franco-Ontarian creativity and digital innovation, with projects that blend theatrical creation and artificial intelligence.
Learn more about le Trillium here.
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