Working with our membership, ITAC establishes and sets targets for where Canada's knowledge economy should be compared to key peer/competitor nations. Where we fall short, ITAC determines what we need to do to get there and ensure we do what is needed in areas such as: skills, capital, tax, science & technology, and collaboration.

ITAC believes Canadian businesses should be leaders in the use of ICT for competitive advantage, productivity and growth. Use of ICT by small and medium enterprises should increase towards that of our US counterparts. By partnering with other associations, as well as with Government, we work to ensure public policy supports these goals.

ITAC strives to ensure Federal, Ontario and other Canadian Governments are leaders in ICT use. ITAC positions itself as a trusted advisor to Government. We gather industry leaders and Government together and work to make it easier for our industry to sell to government.

ITAC believes the Canadian healthcare system should be a world-leading user of ICT to achieve superior patient outcomes and cost-effectiveness, as well as fostering development of a world-leading Canadian health ICT industry. ITAC works to correct chronic under-spend on ICT.

ITAC’s view is Canada’s laws should promote leadership in development and use of advanced technology. We want to ensure efficient and cost-effective measures to protect privacy and instill confidence in the e-economy.

ITAC believes that in order for Canada to continue to compete worldwide, we need to promote policies that will ensure a steady supply of talented men and women for our local ICT industry. We work with industry as well as with Federal, Provincial and local governments to establish initiatives to support this goal.

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PWC launches “IFRS Readiness: 2010 Survey of Canadian Technology, Entertainment and Media Companies”

As the transition deadline for IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards) approaches, many companies are wondering if they are on track to issue their first set of IFRS financial statements. PricewaterhouseCoopers' 2010 Survey of Canadian Technology, Entertainment and Media Companies will uncover where Canadian companies are focusing their efforts and what conversion challenges are unique to these industries.

ITAC completes 2010 Pre-Budget Submission

ITAC has submitted its 2010 Pre-Budget Submission to the Canadian federal government. The submission outlines strategies for how Canada can invest adequately in ICT, build world class ICT infrastructure, and grow the ICT industry in Canada. It concludes with five recommendations on how governmentt can successfully create a National Digital Economy Strategy for Canada, which is necessary to position our nation as an international competitor and leader in the digital age.

Christine Alford, Managing Partner at IBM Canada, Featured Speaker at ITAC/CWC Event October 6

The next event in the ITAC/CWC Speakers Series (showcasing prominent women in ICT) will feature Christine Alford. Christine is one of the most accomplished women in Canadian ICT and a senior leader at IBM Canada. This event will be a great opportunity for women and men in ICT to meet, network and be inspired. It will take place at the IBM Canada headquarters in Markham on October 6.

ITAC Online - Featuring the Corporate IT Hero Award Finalists - July 2010

The Canadian IT Hero Awards aim to commend and celebrate those who have created ICT products and services that enhance or improve the lives of Canadians. In this issue of ITAC Online, we profile three Corporate IT Hero Award Finalists and their products: a solar-powered mobile device charger and two mobile apps, one identifies potentially harmful food allergens and the other cures vertigo. Congratulations to these impressive and innovative candidates.

Survey shows member satisfaction strong

ITAC believes the best way to find out how our members feel about us is to ask them. And so we conduct member satisfaction surveys at regular intervals. The results of this year's survey are consistent with the results of the previous two and indicate a positive appraisal of the relevance of the work we do and the vitality of the ITAC community. The feedback is invaluable in ensuring that we pursue the right priorities and assign our resources where members see greatest value.

Read ITAC’s submission to government’s public consultation on a Digital Economy Strategy for Canada

On July 9, ITAC submitted a comprehensive response to the Canadian federal government's call for input into the drafting of a Digital Economy Strategy for Canada. Ranging from our country's capacity to innovate, the development of broadband infrastructure, and how to grow the Canadian ICT industry, to issues of digital content and the skills/talent shortage in ICT, ITAC's response advises government on what kind of strategy we need - as well as how we might create it - through a series of more than 40 key recommendations.

“Return on Innovation: Celebrating Canada’s ICT achievements” - ITAC Annual Review now available

ICT is an enabling force; and investment in ICT has been proven to increase companies' productivity and efficiency - no matter the industry. In this ITAC Annual Review, we celebrate a few Canadian companies who have clearly demonstrated that investing in innovation pays immediate and substantial returns.

ITAC announces winners of 2010 IT Hero Awards

ITAC announced the winners of the 2010 IT Hero Awards on June 22 at its annual Chairs' Dinner in Toronto. We are privileged to celebrate such innovative and honourable ICT product and service providers as this year's winners and finalists.