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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.

Plus: BDC commits $1B as megadeals keep Canadian VC funding afloat.

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

Calgary company looks to expand global reach and help clients navigate tariffs with new PE owner.

Online car seller has gone through “fair share of existential crises,” but is ready to build again, CEO says.

Canada must diversify its economy. Why not start with the industry contributing $5.1 billion to GDP?

Provincial government pledges “COVID-like” loans for businesses to reach new markets if tariffs hit.

Lightspeed sets focus on company’s “two crown jewels,” North American retail and European hospitality.

Sheertex tights maker says tariffs could slap 41-percent duty on some shipments to US.

Canadian IT landscape needs more training, tech hubs outside of major cities, respondents say.

Local courier Intelcom may be poised to take over deliveries, Radio-Canada reports.

Whirlwind year saw mass layoffs of all Canadian tutors and departure of both co-founders.

Corporate VPN startup has seen rapid growth amid strong demand from AI companies.

Shopify continues habit of adding founders to its team.

Sources told BetaKit the purchase price is $155 million CAD.