Lobbying registration dated 2026-01-20
Registrant: Abigail Pender
Client: Eth??s Lab
Targeted institutions:
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan)
Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)
Government funding received:
Institution: Canadian Heritage (PCH)
Amount: 130333.00
Lobbying activity details:
Federal support for inclusive AI and digital skills training. Engagement with federal officials on the role of inclusive artificial intelligence and digital skills training in addressing labour market gaps, improving workforce participation among underrepresented groups, and strengthening Canada’s innovation economy, including potential federal funding and program alignment.
PacifiCan funding for Ethos Lab Innovation Centre of Excellence. Seeking a non-repayable contribution from PacifiCan under the Regional Innovation Ecosystem (RIE) and/or Community Economic Development and Diversification (CEDD) programs to support the Ethos Lab Innovation Centre of Excellence.
Implementation partnerships for youth workforce and innovation initiatives.  Positioning Ethos Lab as an implementation-ready delivery partner for federally supported youth workforce development, digital skills, and innovation initiatives, including discussions on program delivery models, regional scaling, outcomes measurement, and long-term sustainability of community-based innovation infrastructure.