Numr’s Demo Day win proves what structured support can unlock in just four months
YSpace’s 2025 Tech Accelerator supported tech solutions for healthcare, education, sustainability, and more.
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Kaz Nejatian brings his former Shopify “second-in-command” to Opendoor
Giang LeGrice, Shopify’s VP of operations, joins Nejatian’s leadership team.
Canadian VC movement and AI at Elevate
Plus: OpenAI teases Canadian office.
Can Canada build its own social network?
Gander CEO Ben Waldman explains his vision for sovereign social media.
Serenity Power wins $100K Women+ Pitch Prize at Elevate
Black Innovation Zone and Moneris eCommerce North also crown pitch winners.
1Password holds $100 million secondary sale, inks deal to deepen AI focus
Cybersecurity company partners with Browserbase to secure AI-enabled web browsing.
At Elevate, founders call out barriers holding back Canadian healthtech
Entrepreneurs say slow policy and weak procurement limit Canadians’ access to aging and fertility tech.
Spellbook raises $50-million USD Series B led by Khosla Ventures
St. John’s-founded legaltech company hits $350 million USD valuation.
Ex-Cohere execs Sara Hooker and Sudip Roy unveil new AI startup
Adaption Labs will focus on novel approaches to efficient AI.
“Stay tuned”: OpenAI teases Canadian office
ChatGPT maker cites Canadian AI talent, capacity, and capital as advantages in global expansion.
EQ Bank unveils new account for Canadian small businesses
Digital challenger bank offers small business owners high-interest account with no monthly fees.
Mila exploring venture fund to commercialize AI research
Former Circle K Ventures managing partner will advise on fund strategy as corporate VC fund winds down.
Mark Cuban-backed TransCrypts closes $20-million CAD seed round
Canadian-founded startup placing “significant focus” on hiring for its new Toronto office.
AI takes centre stage on Elevate’s opening night
From job loss to mental health, innovation leaders unpack the human impact of AI.
Former Dye & Durham leaders resurface with $100-million USD SPAC targeting Canadian tech
MAK Acquisitions eyes technology businesses that provide “critical solutions in niche markets.”