MDA Space to buy Raytheon’s satellite maker for $620 million USD
Company says acquisition capitalizes on US government’s growing demand for defence space missions.
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SFU VentureLabs and Manterra partner to help BC startups manufacture locally
VentureLabs says working with local partner offers founders an alternative to offshore production.
Cybersecurity coding bootcamp aims to help Canadian veterans transition to tech jobs
As cyber threats increase, Coding for Veterans helps active CAF members level up.
Saskatoon angel investor Jesse Wiebe charged with indecent act while unlawfully entering home
Canadian Startup Capital Association founder recently publicly shared struggles with sobriety and mental health.
Quantum Industry Canada CEO Lisa Lambert to step down
The organization’s first leader plans to leave for new career opportunities at the end of June.
Questrade launches custom indexing as massive IPOs reshape the market
CPO says there’s demand for portfolio flexibility ahead of blockbuster IPOs from Anthropic and OpenAI.
HelloFresh subsidiary Factor brings new distribution centre, 400 jobs to Calgary
Meal kit service will deliver to Western Canada starting this fall.
Bill C-22 passes third reading after Liberals adopt measures to limit debate
Lawful Access Act passed to Senate after fast-tracked vote and committee session that stretched past midnight.
Smaller businesses are struggling to breach Canada’s defence sector: report
Industry leaders say country must move faster to bring defence-adjacent firms into the fold.
How IDMTC and SR&ED can help Canadian tech companies stretch their R&D budgets
Provincial interactive digital media tax credits now reach far beyond gaming studios.
Wealthsimple partners with US exchange Kalshi to launch prediction market app
Users can only make predictions on climate, economic markets, and financial indicators.
June Health closes $2.4 million for expanded women’s health platform
Securian Canada, PointClickCare co-founders, and others join as investors.
Meet the father-son duo hoping to turn their AI side project into a gaming company
After vibe-coding a viral colour memory game, Geoff and Sam Teehan want to make it a lasting business.
Shopify introduces in-store returns, more updates to agentic commerce
The Spring 2026 Shopify Editions newsletter contained more than 150 product updates.
NorthStar secures $40 million to track space threats for Canada’s air force
Montréal-based space tech company plans to go public this fall via SPAC.