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How Ontario’s innovation hubs scale startups across the province

Darah Hansen March 18, 2026

Regional innovation hubs like Innovation Factory are proof that human networks drive commercialization.

Josh Scott March 18, 2026

Former leader Paul Terry moves to CPO as BC quantum firm makes commercialization push.

Jesse Cole March 17, 2026

Former COO and VP of growth takes over after serving in interim role since October.

Alex Riehl March 17, 2026

Corporate VPN startup will expand Vancouver footprint as it absorbs entire Border0 team.

BetaKit March 17, 2026

Raquel Urtasun, Christian Weedbrook, Jim Balsillie, and Evan Solomon help kick off Toronto Tech Week on May 25.

Douglas Soltys March 17, 2026

More than 15,000 people expected to attend over 300 events in TTW’s return this May.

Jesse Cole March 16, 2026

Money comes through PrairiesCan’s Regional Innovation Ecosystem Program.

Josh Scott March 16, 2026

Ex-Lightspeed head JD Saint-Martin takes over as co-managing partner as Montréal VC aims to raise $60 million.

Alex Riehl March 16, 2026

Ottawa bets on Canadian rocket launches with $200-million Canso spaceport deal and more for new grants.

Josh Scott March 13, 2026

Company says move is focused on sustainable growth.

Jesse Cole March 13, 2026

Edmonton company signs deals with US-based Orbital Advisors and Saudi government-backed Neo Space Group.

Jesse Cole March 13, 2026

Team secures $1.4-million NSERC grant for further development and validation.

Alex Riehl March 13, 2026

Pinch reportedly to operate independently and continue serving non-RBC clients post-merger.

Jesse Cole March 13, 2026

Minister Mike Moroz says new policy could include opt-in consent rules and possible age limits for AI access.

Alejandro Adem and Arvind Gupta March 13, 2026

AI experts argue the country’s structural advantages are finally becoming urgent strategic assets.