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Mesosil secures $2.2 million to develop infection-fighting biomaterials for medical devices

GreenSky-backed University of Toronto spinout has set its initial sights on dentistry.

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Innovation hub wants to “significantly increase engagement with the private sector and philanthropic circles.”

The non-dilutive funding will support technology aimed at helping communities adapt to, prevent, and mitigate the impact of…

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FinShore allows Apollo’s customers to defer payments on their insurance premiums.

Valsoft closed $229 million CAD in growth financing in January to expand its portfolio.

Biotech startup aims to unlock hair regrowth, skin rejuvenation, disease treatment by preserving cells.

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Plus: Toronto’s lead over other Canadian cities widens in startup ecosystem rankings.

New School Foods is fishing to do the impossible… better than Impossible.

Ripple, Koru, and Western University are calling on Ontarians to join their tech teams.

A few non-Prairies companies were recognized at the Elevate Women+ finale at Uniting the Prairie.

After finding product-market fit, Ginger Desk aims to build the platform it needs to scale.

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