HALIFAX – Despite the threat of job losses, Cisco has pledged to help the Nova Scotia government with its efforts to improve economic, social and environmental sustainability in the province.
A memorandum of understanding signed Tuesday by Premier Darrell Dexter and Cisco Canada President Nitin Kawale marks the first time that Cisco has entered into a collaboration agreement with a Canadian province. The non-binding three-year agreement will encourage the adoption of new technology and solutions, mentoring and collaboration, entrepreneurship, and commercialization in areas such as healthcare, education, and the environment.
"We are delighted to collaborate with the province of Nova Scotia and to work with them on further utilizing their demonstrated leadership in ICT and broadband deployment," said Kawale, in a statement. “Cisco has been involved around the world in helping countries, states, provinces and cities develop Smart+Connected Community strategies to realize economic development, enable environmental sustainability and enhance quality of life.”
"Change is key to a better future, and this kind of collaboration will develop innovative and effective solutions," said Premier Dexter. "Global companies bring new ideas and new opportunities for Nova Scotians to improve our healthcare, connected communities and higher education.”
Cisco is also currently working with cities such as London, United Kingdom; Songdo, South Korea; and Vancouver on a range of connected solutions.
