Dhafir Burhan Email & Phone Number

Montreal, Qc, Ca

Wentworth-Nord, Quebec, Canada

As a Government of Canada Funding Programs Expert with over 35 years of experience, I help small to medium-sized technology companies obtain maximum funding from federal and provincial government programs. In addition to my funding program expertise, I have extensive experience in the Canadian Space Program, working with the Canada arm, Radarsat, Quicksat, and other space programs, as well as working with NASA and the European Space Programs. I have knowledge of blockchain smart contracts, expertise in Artificial Intelligence (AI), and know how to get the best out of ChatGPT. My responsibilities include conducting research, identifying funding opportunities, preparing and submitting grant applications, advising clients on tax credits and incentives, providing guidance on exportation programs and services, and assisting clients in accessing funding and financing opportunities. I keep up-to-date with changes in funding programs and regulations, establish and maintain relationships with government agencies and stakeholders, and collaborate with team members to develop strategic plans. Unlike consulting firms that charge a high percentage of funding obtained, I charge no more than 5 to 10% or a fixed fee based on hours worked.

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

As executive director of SoftSim Technologies Inc., responsible for:- The development of Blockchain-based and AI technologies for the Healthcare and Supply chain management sector- Director at SoftSim providing professional consulting services to the government and private sector including clients such as:- 40 different government of Canada departments including Space, Defence and Shared Services- Health organizations- Multi-nationals such as Deloitte- Provincial governments Ontario and Quebec- E-commerce organizations- Transportation- Universities- and much more...

Established in 2000, eVision is a Canadian firm working exclusively in process automation for the research community. We provide solutions for researchers and funders alike across the full arc of any research project,helping research professionals review the study and fund the study. The firm serves and assists top-flight research-driven organizations in several domains.eVision is continuously enhancing its offerings, constantly endeavouring toward greater conformity and higher efficiency in research administration.We partner with our clients to exceed expectations.eVision inc. also offers IT Consulting Services. We are always considering the best technology choices to help our customers get the best return on their Information Technology investments. eVision inc. always delivers professional services at the highest quality, Our technical and business professionals are known in the IT and Research Administration Communities for their expertise in both fields.

Lead for the Development of new technologies for the company.

Managed the development of technologies for the company, assisted the company to obtain government and other funding to support its R@D and marketing activities including the SR@ED program, CNRC, Investment Quebec, Development Economics Canada, Emploi-Quebec an many others

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

- March 2008 to June 2008Consultant to help CBSA with the definition of the Concept / Proposal, Business Case, Project Initiation, Planning and Implementation of Major Crown Government project (over $100 million dollars project)- September 2008 - May 20098 Months Contract to Work as a Senior Systems Analyst redeveloped the DEET passport creating system to support the increased demand caused by the US requiring Canadians to enter the US with Canadian pasportsWorking With PowerBuilder and Sybase- May 2009 - November 2009Consultant at CSE with SIGINT clearance as senior Application Architect- November 2011 - February 2012Worked with a team of Subject Matter Experts to develop the Canadian Less Lethal Weapon approval process. Conducted several workshops with the stakeholders representing police organizations in Canada, Public Safety, DRDC, Medical SME, Legal SME and others. Extracted their requirements and developed the initial LLW approval process- May 2009 - December 2009Senior Business Analyst working on various software engineering projectsDeveloped High Level Business Requirements documents in support of the program

Commercial DirectorRestructured the HR DepartmentRestructured the IT departmentDeveloped Consulting Business in the Space IndustryDeveloped BudgetBusiness Development

Ottawa, Montreal, Saint Bruno, Longueuil

Co founder of the company 1990 to 2007Provided Engineering and IT consulting services to the Space and Aerospace industryDeveloped Simulation technology in support of the Space Station ProgramDeveloped Business and Engineering Software in support of the Space programManaged a team of 50 employees and generated annual business of $4 Millions

Led the R@D division and developed Robotics Simulation technology and Training Management software using the CFITES methodology

Provided Software Engineering expertise in support of the Space Station Program from 1990 until 2007Played a key role in the development of the Logistics and Sustaining Engineering facilities, software and infrastructure, established interface with NASA and the Prime Contractors building the Canada aramDeveloped many software that are still in use by the Space program including ORIS, EDRAdmin, Socrate and many othersImplemented the Configuration and Data Management systems in support of the space programDeveloped the Logistics Support System in support of the Space program

Bachelor Of Computer Science, Industrial Engineering

B.Csc., Computer Science And Industrial Engineering

Activities and Societies: Technical University of Nova ScotiaTechnical University of Nova Scotia is now part of Dalhousie University

B.Cs, Computer Science / Engineering

Activities and Societies: Wrestling teamMember of the Wrestling team