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MaRS innovation hub and insurance firm Definity launch new accelerator for climate adaptation startups

Josh Scott December 3, 2025

With insurance payouts from wildfires, floods, and storms on the rise, Definity sees room to help prevent them.

Madison McLauchlan November 20, 2025

Clado has raised $2 million USD for its mass-recruitment AI platform.

Darah Hansen November 4, 2025

The incubator’s newest program helps Ontario businesses clear the last mile of AI adoption.

Josh Scott October 29, 2025

Game On leader Chris Neumann calls the program “an experiment in acceleration.”

Alex Riehl October 21, 2025

Renewed program guides startups through fundraising with a “white-glove service.”

Isabelle Kirkwood October 20, 2025

Oct. 30 event will feature leaders of AFC Toronto, CATTLEytics, and Tealbook.

Jacqueline Loganathan October 15, 2025

YSpace’s 2025 Tech Accelerator supported tech solutions for healthcare, education, sustainability, and more.

Madison McLauchlan October 6, 2025

Winners include a smart hard hat for construction workers, a comfort-food startup, and a skincare brand.

Jon Fingas September 23, 2025

Wang takes over as founder Scott Stirrett steps down.

David Crow September 16, 2025

David Crow digs into the institutionalization of founder incubation.

Darah Hansen September 10, 2025

Foresight Canada’s new program aims to accelerate climate adaptation ventures.

Alex Riehl September 5, 2025

OCIF and PrairiesCan among investors aiming to support training and commercialization.

Alex Riehl August 7, 2025

Ledwell succeeds retiring founder Rory Francis after 20 years leading life sciences industry group.

Darah Hansen August 7, 2025

With expert support from tech veterans, startups like LiORA are proving the Prairies can punch above their weight.

Jacqueline Loganathan June 30, 2025

Rob Ranson built a pandemic solution in three days. His latest product has NATO’s attention.