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DEI rollback is the “wrong direction for Canada,” open letter says

Over 350 tech signatories express support for “Canadian values” of equity and inclusion.

Following end of Build Native, access to Build Black Slack channel locked at start of Black History Month.

Clio’s historic Series F round prevented Canada’s VC funding totals from dropping six percent year-over-year.

Investment bank’s Growth Venture Fund will now directly invest in Canadian tech companies.

Plus: Cohere sued for alleged copyright infringement.

The e-commerce firm has removed West’s store for violating its recently modified terms.

Debt financing comes eight months after legaltech startup’s $15-million Series A.

Plus: Canadian tech leaders launch Build Canada.

ThoughtExchange, Verv, and Lorica also started the year by making changes at the top.

Rayhawk’s proprietary technology automates opening, inspecting, closing, and sealing railcars lids.

Global Affairs leader told businesses tariffs don’t include digital services during CCI webinar.

Reports indicate round is largely secondary like a previously undisclosed 2022 Summit Partners investment.

The Firehood gains new executive director while ventureLAB selects head of medtech initiatives.

FinTech startup aims to hire 100 employees over the next year.

Regina-based company closes $2.4-million second seed round amid tough provincial fundraising environment.