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Meagan Simpson

Meagan Simpson

Meagan is the Associate Editor for BetaKit. A tech writer that is super proud to showcase the Canadian tech scene. Background in almost every type of journalism from sports to politics. Podcast and Harry Potter nerd, photographer and crazy cat lady.

Canadian Startup NewsJune 29, 2022<June 30, 2022

Clutch cuts staff to extend runway, citing market conditions

The layoffs follow a $100 million Series B secured in 2021.

Goodlawyer's Calgary Yacht Party, Collision 2022
Canadian Startup NewsJune 28, 2022<June 28, 2022

With political turnover on the horizon, is the party over for Alberta tech?

Alberta tech stakeholders believe new government leadership won’t slow them down.

Canadian Startup NewsJune 22, 2022<June 22, 2022

Federal government reveals plans for $443 million second phase of Pan-Canadian AI Strategy

Investments include a collective $60 million for Amii, Mila, Vector Institute.

Sheila North, former MKO Grand Chief, Bunibonibee Cree Nation
Canadian Startup NewsJune 21, 2022<June 21, 2022

Indigenous tech leaders talk progress at #CollisionConf and “long path ahead”

“Our ancestors really set the stage for us.”

Canadian Startup NewsJune 21, 2022<June 30, 2022

As Apple moves to kill the password, 1Password CEO says he’s not worried

“Every time they’ve introduced something our business has gone up significantly.”

Canadian Startup NewsJune 20, 2022<June 20, 2022

Bonsai has laid off around two-thirds of staff over last two months

The CEO cited market volatility despite Bonsai raising $21 million this year.

Canadian Startup NewsJune 16, 2022<June 16, 2022

Body of missing Shopify exec Brett O’Grady found in Ottawa

O’Grady had been a Treasurer at Shopify since 2015.

michael katchen wealthsimple
Canadian Startup NewsJune 15, 2022<June 16, 2022

After hiring freeze, Wealthsimple makes staff cuts

Approximately 13 percent of Wealthsimple staff are affected by the cuts.

Canadian Startup NewsJune 15, 2022<June 15, 2022

Inovia raises $420 million CAD for fifth early-stage venture fund

Inovia’s Shawn Abbott says it’s a great time to be a well-capitalized VC.

Thin AIr Labs Fund I team (from left) James Lochrie, Crystal Phillips, Rick Bird, Raghu Bharat
Canadian Startup NewsJune 8, 2022<June 8, 2022

Thin Air Labs secures $20 million in initial close of Prairie-focused venture fund

The Prairie tech firm has targeted $100 million for first fund.

Shopify Tobias Lütke
Canadian Startup NewsJune 7, 2022<June 7, 2022

Shopify shareholders approve increased voting power for CEO Tobi Lütke, 10-for-1 stock split

It’s still the Tobi Lütke show at Shopify.

Canadian Startup NewsJune 6, 2022<June 6, 2022

Clearco expands to Germany while cutting staff in Ireland

The cuts come three months after Clearco promised to hire 125 people in Ireland.

Canadian Startup NewsJune 1, 2022<June 2, 2022

Platform Innovation Centre promised $3.3 million in provincial, municipal funding ahead of official launch

The Centre is set to officially open on June 6.

Canadian Startup NewsMay 31, 2022<June 1, 2022

Pine comes out of stealth to build “Wealthsimple for home buying”

Pine has secured $27 million since it was founded in 2021.

Canadian Startup NewsMay 25, 2022<May 25, 2022

Worximity secures $14 million for smart factory analytics tech

Worximity part of the push towards the ‘Fourth Industrial Revolution.’

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