Neweb Labs Inc. and Impressview Inc. will be able to go ahead with their domestic and international marketing activities

Government of Canada to provide $150,000 in funding for these two Montreal-based businesses

MONTREAL, Sept. 1, 2017 /CNW Telbec/ - Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)

In order to create and market innovative products, businesses need to be able to rely on adequate resources. To this end, the Government of Canada is committed to supporting innovative Canadian businesses. A driving force of the economy, innovation is the key to success, generating growth that benefits businesses and communities.

David Lametti, MP for LaSalle — Émard — Verdun and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, acting on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for CED, announced that Neweb Labs Inc. will receive $50,000 in funding, in the form of a repayable contribution, to support its marketing activities in North America and Europe. Impressview Inc. will be awarded a repayable contribution of $100,000 for the implementation of a marketing strategy for the Impressview software in Canada and the U.S.

In operation since 2014, Neweb Labs is an innovative SME that provides value-added services in the areas of digital entertainment and new information technologies. The company designs and uses animation technologies in real-time and creates virtual interactive characters for new media. Neweb Labs' characters are distinctive because they integrate innovative technologies (motion capture, artificial intelligence and 3D), which given them a market edge in terms of originality and dimension. They can also be tailored to brands or large-scale events wishing to customize their image.

The funding awarded under CED's Quebec Economic Development Program (QEDP) will allow Neweb Labs to hire an expert resource to help showcase the company at various specialized fairs and conferences and develop promotional tools to penetrate the European and North American markets.

Founded in 2014, Impressview is an innovative SME that develops and markets software that allows users to create presentation videos for use in hiring or admission processes. Offered as an SaaS (software as a service) model, Impressview targets educational institutions (admission, internship or student placement processes), as well as placement agencies and headhunters (placement of candidates).

The funding provided under the Quebec Economic Development Program will allow Impressview to retain the services of resources specializing in business development, take part in international trade fairs, and pursue its work in the area of intellectual property and the development of promotional material to increase the company's visibility on the U.S. and Canadian markets.

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"Digital technology is changing the way things are done around the world and is providing development opportunities for Canadian companies. This is why the Government of Canada is supporting the development of innovative companies such as Neweb Labs and Impressview, which are thriving in today's economic reality."

David Lametti, MP for LaSalle–Émard–Verdun and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development

"The Government of Canada is committed to highlighting the role of innovation as an important means of stimulating growth and exports. This is why we are pleased to support the development of Neweb Labs and Impressview."

The Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister responsible for CED

"This contribution will allow us to maintain our momentum and create new ways of doing business. Our turnkey service for companies at home and around the world allows for the creation of strong brands and enhances the consumer's interactive experience with the company. I thank the Canadian government for this support for our marketing projects."

Yves St-Gelais, President of Neweb Labs Inc.

"Impressview is innovating in the placement field by making human resources more dynamic, creative and modern. We provide our candidates with a wide range of tools to help them master the art of making their mark and better positioning themselves on the labour market. We are very excited that the Government of Canada is enabling us to grow as a company and helping us make Impressview known to a broader audience.

Imad Ezzeddine, Founder of Impressview Inc.

Quick facts

• CED is one of the six regional development agencies under the responsibility of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development.
• To find out more about CED's key directions from now until 2021, consult the Strategic Plan 2021 or visit www.dec-ced.gc.ca.

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