Ericsson Canada ranks fifth on Corporate Knights' 2026 Top International Corporate Citizens list

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Ericsson Canada has been named one of Canada's Top International Corporate Citizens by Corporate Knights, ranking fifth overall on the 2026 list. The recognition follows a year of landmark partnerships, including a USD 3 billion, three-year collaboration with Export Development Canada to expand Canadian-led R&D in 5G, Cloud RAN, AI, and quantum innovation, which has since grown to encompass dual-use defence technologies. Ericsson also signed an MOU with Saab and Calian on dual-use innovation, invested $1 million in a three-year partnership with the University of Toronto for AI-powered mobile communications research, and launched the Advanced Wireless Communications Innovation Network with the Government of Canada as a first-of-its-kind national platform for dual-use 5G trials. The company's expanded Strategic Innovation Fund agreement, valued at CAD 630 million in 2024, directs investment into 5G Advanced, 6G, Cloud RAN, AI-powered network management, and quantum communications research while supporting collaborations with more than 20 Canadian post-secondary institutions. Ericsson Canada averages more than CAD 400 million per year in R&D spending and has deepened its commitment to sustainability through initiatives such as joining the Government of Canada's Net Zero Challenge.

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Calian signed an MOU with Ericsson and Saab on dual-use innovation, indicating technology collaboration.

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