How Canadian tech companies go public
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Reports argue Canada’s IP lag only “part of the challenge” in scaling homegrown innovation
Two new reports released by the Innovation Economy Council (IEC) argue that Canada’s bemoaned lag in IP generation is just…
Mogo increases Coinsquare ownership stake for second time, gains ability to buy majority
Vancouver FinTech company Mogo has reached a deal to increase its ownership position in Coinsquare for the second time since…
Today in hires: Hootsuite, Goodfood, Thentia, HR4, more
Six Canadian organizations have brought on new team members to add to their teams, including Hootsuite, Goodfood, Thentia,…
DMZ unveils new programming model, consolidates Zone Startups Calgary
Ryerson University-based nonprofit DMZ has officially revealed its redesigned 18-month incubator program for early-stage companies,…
Today in funding: Rocket Doctor, Faculty, Zetane
Three tech startups with Canadian roots have recently secured fresh funding to fuel their growth. Here’s the latest on who…
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It has been an eventful 15 months for Canadian startups. Across the country COVID-19 has had a tangible impact, accelerating…
C2 Montréal to host 2021 conference through virtual, in-person model
C2 Montréal, an annual business event, is planning to host its 2021 conference this fall through a hybrid model of a virtual…
Applications open for Canada’s Black Entrepreneurship Loan Fund
Applications have officially opened for the Black Entrepreneurship Loan Fund, the third pillar of the Government of Canada’s…
helloDarwin evolves B2B services platform, raises $2 million seed round
Montréal-based B2BQuotes has rebranded to helloDarwin and closed $2 million CAD in seed funding, as the startup looks to scale…
Communitech, OMERS, Wealthsimple leaders agree Canada’s tech moment created a “competition for awesome”
With the recent explosion in funding deals, acquisitions, and IPOs, Canadian tech is experiencing a historic moment. Yesterday,…
BC MLA confirms PNP tech stream now permanent following tech sector pressure
The Government of British Columbia has made the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) Tech Pilot permanent, says BC member of legislative…
Why startups are easier targets for cybercrime (and what founders can do about it)
Even after big fundraises and significant traction, startup leaders have to focus as much as possible on revenue and growth.…
Today in funding: CubicFarms, Vetster, Metaspectral
Three Canadian tech startups have recently secured fresh funding to fuel their growth. Here’s the latest on who raised money,…
BC tech CEOs call on provincial government to make PNP tech stream permanent
British Columbia-based members of the Council of Canadian Innovators (CCI) have penned a letter to the Government of BC calling…