Q&A: Animikii’s Jeff Ward on #DataBack and what the world can learn from Indigenous tech
Animikii’s Niiwin platform is being developed to reclaim, organize, and safeguard Indigenous data.
With launch of new app, BC startup Bridge looks to digitize reconciliation
Bridge Impact AI uses Indigenous-sourced data to provide resources for reconciliation practices.
Workplace AI adoption accelerates among Indigenous peoples
Toronto Metropolitan University report shows rate of Indigenous workers using AI outpacing counterparts.
UniUni seeks new round of private funding as SPAC deal falters
Delivery company enters term sheet with existing investor after MAK Acquisitions challenges deteriorating finances.
Women without sponsorship face larger barriers to career advancement in tech, new report finds
Toast Institute says women in middle management receive significantly less professional sponsorship.
Cleantech’s opportunity is sustainable, reliable, and valuable supply chains
At Nrth Festival, founders laid out the value of investing in cleantech to shore up critical mineral supplies.
Woveo partners with BDC on business microlending program
The $10-million project aims to expand capital access for small and medium-sized businesses.
Femtech Connect conference puts femtech funding under the microscope
While women founders dominate the femtech landscape, men still get most of the money.
Fortinet expansion suggests Calgary’s cache is growing among global companiesÂ
The $30-million cybersecurity hub adds another international company to the city’s growing tech ecosystem.
Canada invests $67 million in dual-use life sciences research
Funding will support organizations in Ontario, Alberta, and BC, as well as five pan-Canadian research hubs.
University of Alberta launches regenerative medicine hub at Life Sciences Week
Hub will unite stakeholders from across healthcare value chain to accelerate treatment commercialization.
Innovation Saskatchewan renews AgTech Accelerator funding with $300,000 investment
Funding will support the Conexus-backed program until 2028.Â
Kanin Energy raises $138 million for waste heat to power development
Calgary- and Houston-based cleantech company received funding from S2G Investments and Canada Growth Fund.
Thri5 raises $5.4 million USD to expand AI platform for retail businesses
The startup, founded by former Loblaw Digital leaders, plans to expand across North America and Europe.
CEIMIA, Animikii partner with Manitoba First Nation on stewardship of Indigenous data
Animikii Indigenous Technology and CEIMIA announced the partnership at Montréal’s ALL IN conference.Â