Alberta earmarks $55 million to build tech, science hub at the University of Calgary
The hub will include incubator space for researchers to collaborate with industry partners.
Canadian Startup News
Opalia closes $2 million to make more milk with less moo
Startup develops milk from bovine mammary cells.
MDF Commerce to go private in $255-million acquisition by New York-based KKR
The deal’s price tag is a premium on its recent TSX close yet well below its peak value.
#Tech+Biz4SickKids launches with new name, lineup of Canadian tech ambassadors
Campaign aims to drive support from Canadian tech to support SickKids.
Yamaha Motors leads Joyride’s $7-million CAD Series A as startup sets sights on enterprises and OEMs
Joyride partnered with EV manufacturer GEM in October.
US-based Fortinet to open new cybersecurity tech hub in Calgary
The hub looks to address the cybersecurity skills shortage.
Minerva thinks it can stop the flow of dirty money faster with AI
Following Equifax partnership, anti-money laundering platform targets major FIs.
CVCA spotlights women leaders across Canadian venture capital, private equity
Investors from Brightspark and Yaletown lauded for excellence in Canadian VC.
An incomplete list of Canadian tech programs and organizations supporting women’s initiatives
An evolving resource for women entrepreneurs.
Ten things worth reading on International Women’s Day
Read, share, and amplify.
Lack of inclusion, unclear parental leave still hamper retention of women in Canadian VC
Junior ranks of VC remain more diverse than senior levels, survey finds.
Canadian businesses are optimistic about growth in 2024. Here’s why
Tech adoption and talent access fuels a brighter business forecast for the coming year.
Ontraccr secures $1.2 million for construction management software
Ontraccr’s platform digitizes operational workflows in the construction industry.
Intellectual Property Ontario finds permanent CEO in Dan Herman
Herman previously led ISED as executive director of innovation policy.
Ziing acquires Metroland Parcel Services from TorStar
Ziing looks to expand its Canadian delivery network with second acquisition this year.