R+T Park: A Living Lab

For over two decades, the David Johnston Research + Technology Park (R+T Park) at the University of Waterloo has been at the forefront of technological advancement, serving as a hub where groundbreaking research transforms into real-world solutions.

Today, this vibrant park spans nearly one million square feet across ten buildings and is home to a dynamic community of over 4,500 individuals, all driving progress in fields as diverse as technology, digital solutions, and life sciences.

But R+T Park isn’t just a place where ideas are born—it’s a place where they thrive. And at the center of this is our Living Labs Initiative, a game-changing platform designed to turn theoretical concepts into tangible products. In this docuseries-style exploration, we’ll delve into how this initiative is taking research from the lab to the real world, providing companies and researchers with the tools and environment they need to push the boundaries of innovation.

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Through our Living Labs Initiative, R+T Park offers a unique opportunity for organizations to test their ideas in real-world settings, providing an essential bridge between academia and industry. Rather than traditional office spaces, the initiative provides flexible, dynamic settings where emerging technologies can be rigorously tested and refined in the field. Here, companies, researchers and students   don’t just develop products—they shape the future.

Over the next few months, R+T Park will showcase five exciting projects through the Living Labs initiative: The Buoyant Foundation, evolv1, Micro Mobility, LoopX, and WATonoBus. Each of these projects highlights the diverse range of industries and technologies that were tested at the park, from sustainable design and autonomous transportation to next-gen mobility solutions.

But this is just the beginning. R+T Park’s Living Labs Initiative is constantly evolving, and we’re actively seeking the next wave of innovators—whether you’re a startup, an established company, or a researcher with an idea that could change the world, we want to work with you. If you have a product, concept, or technology that could benefit from real-world testing, we want to help you bring it to life.

The future of innovation is here. Are you ready to be part of it? Join us at R+T Park, where collaboration fuels progress and the ideas of today become the solutions of tomorrow. Together, we can turn your vision into reality.