Calgary tech talks about a different kind of energy at Innovation Week
15th-anniversary event a showcase for the cityâs tech growth.
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Lightspeed president JD Saint-Martin to step down in 2026
Saint-Martin plans a return to his roots to support early-stage Canadian tech founders.
Vistara Growth closes $321-million USD fund after âfriend-raising to the maxâ
Fifth fund closes after nearly two-year raise that fell short of “ambitious” initial goal.
Wise brings cross-border payments to Wealthsimple customers
Demand for cheaper, faster international transfers has grown in Canada.
Clio secures $500-million USD Series G as it completes vLex acquisition
BC legaltech firm nabs $5-billion valuation plus $350 million in debt to help close deal.
Lightspeed upgrades yearly forecast with revenue beat in fiscal Q2 earnings
Shares rise almost 10 percent as e-commerce firm executes on growth plan.
After years of disappointment and delay, #Budget2025 commits to a âcompetitive and innovativeâ financial system
Movement on open banking, Real-Time Rail, and stablecoin legislation all promised in Budget 2025.
Beacon raises $250-million USD Series B to buy and equip âMain Street businessesâ with AI
Former Instacart, Sequoia leaders target profitable firms in overlooked sectors for AI upgrades.
Whatâs in #Budget2025 for Canadian tech?
Feds make huge spending commitments but finally get competitive on defence, taxes, and financial services.
Six years later, Questrade can finally launch Canadaâs newest bank
Online brokerage to launch Questbank in 2026 after waiting six years for Schedule 1 license.
What will Budget 2025 offer Canada’s innovation economy?
Plus: Wealthsimple hits $10-billion valuation with new funding.
Time to catch up: Why Canada needs to rethink financial innovation and competition
Peoples Group’s John Landry argues the future of finance in Canada will be built by an ecosystem.
Stablecoins are at a regulatory crossroads in Canada. Whatâs next?
As the digital asset explodes in popularity, Canadian FinTech wants movement on regulation.
Wealthsimple hits $10-billion valuation in new round backed by Dragoneer, GIC, CPP Investments
Up to $750-million Series E includes $550-million primary and $200-million secondary offerings.
WonderFiâs acquisition by Robinhood delayed until first half of 2026
Extra development work and regulatory approvals push closure of sale into next year.