INNOVA Space

A space funded by Canadian Heritage and the University of Ottawa, dedicated to creation, training, collaboration, and research to support French-language education and the vitality of Francophone communities in Ontario.

About INNOVA

Innova is a dynamic space for research, training, and collaboration, equipped with cutting-edge technology. It supports the advancement of French-language education, fostering innovation, experimentation, and community engagement to strengthen Ontario’s Francophone community across all education levels. 

Funded by Heritage Canada and the University of Ottawa, Innova empowers educators, researchers, and students to explore new possibilities in the future of learning.

Services offered

Modern and versatile space


The INNOVA space offers a range of modern and versatile rooms, ideal for hosting your events, training sessions, and workshops. Whether you are a university unit, a business, or an organization, our spaces are equipped with state-of-the-art technology and provide flexible configurations designed to foster collaboration and innovation. INNOVA adapts to your needs with booking options for half-days, full days, or evenings, ensuring an optimal environment for the success of your projects.

Workshops, conferences, symposiums...

As an educator, researcher, or community leader in French-language education, you need access to the latest teaching methods and technologies. INNOVA space offers workshops, conferences, and symposiums to enhance your skills and keep you at the forefront of innovation.

Engaging digital resources


Creating engaging and effective digital resources for your students can be a challenge. At INNOVA space, our TLSS team of pedagogy and multimedia experts will work with you to co-design and develop cutting-edge educational materials tailored to your needs.

Hands-on 3D learning


Ready to experience the future of education? Dive into holographic pedagogy with holographic capsules and other immersive technologies like AR, VR, and MR for hands-on 3D learning.

Flexible Spaces


Whether you're hosting a meeting, workshop, or collaborative event, Innova's flexible, tech-equipped spaces can be customized to suit your needs. Book our rooms and let us handle the logistics so you can focus on connecting with your community.

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Discover INNOVA

The INNOVA space is located on the 6th floor of the Learning Crossroads.

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Meeting room 625

Renting a meeting room at INNOVA offers numerous benefits for professionals, academics, and collaborative groups. INNOVA provides modern, inspiring spaces equipped with state-of-the-art technology, fostering an environment conducive to innovation and collaboration. These rooms are perfect for dynamic meetings, brainstorming sessions, or interactive workshops.

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Meeting room 626

Renting a meeting room at INNOVA offers numerous benefits for professionals, academics, and collaborative groups. INNOVA provides modern, inspiring spaces equipped with state-of-the-art technology, fostering an environment conducive to innovation and collaboration. These rooms are perfect for dynamic meetings, brainstorming sessions, or interactive workshops.

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Meeting room 627

Renting a meeting room at INNOVA offers numerous benefits for professionals, academics, and collaborative groups. INNOVA provides modern, inspiring spaces equipped with state-of-the-art technology, fostering an environment conducive to innovation and collaboration. These rooms are perfect for dynamic meetings, brainstorming sessions, or interactive workshops.

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Research offices

All tables are electrically adjustable, allowing for standing work. Capacity: 1 person + 2 guests, room size: 9’ x 14’.

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Meeting room 623

Renting a meeting room at INNOVA offers numerous benefits for professionals, academics, and collaborative groups. INNOVA provides modern, inspiring spaces equipped with state-of-the-art technology, fostering an environment conducive to innovation and collaboration. These rooms are perfect for dynamic meetings, brainstorming sessions, or interactive workshops.

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Meeting room 649

Renting a meeting room at INNOVA offers numerous benefits for professionals, academics, and collaborative groups. INNOVA provides modern, inspiring spaces equipped with state-of-the-art technology, fostering an environment conducive to innovation and collaboration. These rooms are perfect for dynamic meetings, brainstorming sessions, or interactive workshops.

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An interactive classroom is a versatile space designed to promote active and collaborative learning. It can be used for traditional classes, seminars, workshops, or training sessions.

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Interactive classroom - 632

An interactive classroom is a versatile space designed to promote active and collaborative learning. It can be used for traditional classes, seminars, workshops, or training sessions.

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Immersive cylinder

A 9-meter circumference immersive cylinder is a high-definition technology that integrates detailed images or videos into a vertical cylinder. This technology provides a multi-angle view, delivering an immersive and interactive user experience.

Research at INNOVA

INNOVA is committed to supporting researchers from all disciplines, whether in residence or on an ad hoc basis. We provide the necessary space and equipment, such as an office, access to the immersive cylinder or to augmented reality devices, virtual reality, holographic systems, and more, to facilitate their research projects on educational technologies.

INNOVA invites researchers interested in the various proposed activities to submit their questions or requests at: saea-tlss@uottawa.ca 

Researchers in Residence

Megan Cotnam-Kappel

Research Chair on Digital Thriving in Franco-Ontarian Communities

 

The new Research Chair on the Digital Vitality of Franco-Ontarian Communities, under the direction of Professor Megan Cotnam-Kapel of the University of Ottawa, has established its residency at INNOVA for the academic year 2024-2025. 

Jérémie Séror

OLBI Research Chair in Technology-Mediated Language Learning and Artificial Intelligence

 

Jérémie Séror, Researcher in Residence at INNOVA Space, explores how artificial intelligence is transforming language learning. His research examines the impact of emerging technologies on the personalization of educational experiences. INNOVA Space provides a unique environment to test the intersection of technology and education.   

Our partners

INNOVA is proud to collaborate with a diverse group of organizations dedicated to advancing French-language education in Ontario. Our partners include leading institutions in media, education, and technology, all working together to strengthen the Francophone community.

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INNOVA team

INNOVA is part of the Teaching and Learning Support Service (TLSS), uOttawa's center for pedagogical innovation. Together, we're creating the future of learning.

Contact us

Any questions or inquiries? Fill out our contact form or email us at saea-tlss@uottawa.ca.