About Us
The European-Canadian Centre for Innovation and Research (ECCIR) is a non-profit service provider specializing in information and project management in support of international innovation and research collaboration between Europe and Canada. ECCIR serves as a two-way bridge: acting as a gateway for European organizations to Canada’s innovation ecosystem, and helping Canadian small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), researchers, and innovators access international opportunities, form global partnerships, and enter key European markets.
Enterprise Europe Network Canada
ECCIR coordinates the Canadian consortium of the Enterprise Europe Network, the world’s largest support network for SMEs with international ambitions. Through the Network, ECCIR connects Canadian SMEs and innovators with exclusive market insights, internationalization experts, and Europe’s largest business opportunities database.
Consortium Members
EEN Canada is a collaborative initiative supported by organizations from across the country, with ECCIR serving as the network coordinator. The consortium includes full members such as the EU Chamber of Commerce and the EU Chamber of Commerce in Canada West. Our local cooperation partners include the Ocean Technology Council of Nova Scotia (OTCNS), Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen), and Prima Quebec. This diverse partnership allows us to offer expertise in various sectors and provide comprehensive support to SMEs across the Canadian innovation ecosystem.
Our Partners
ECCIR is proud to partner with the Edmonton Regional Innovation Network, Alberta Innovates, IraSME, the Clean Resource Innovation Network, and Biohubx. Together, we are driving global innovation and collaboration forward.
Treaty Acknowledgment
ECCIR respectfully acknowledges that we are located in Amiskwaciwâskahikan on Treaty 6 Territory, a traditional gathering place for diverse Indigenous peoples. We express gratitude and respect for the land we use, pledge to honour the spirit of reconciliation, and commit to moving forward in collaboration with Indigenous nations.
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