Canada bans âsophisticated deepfakesâ of political figures
Strong and Free Elections Act closes some loopholes but carves out exemptions for parody and satire.
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MDA Space to buy Raytheonâs satellite maker for $620 million USD
Company says acquisition capitalizes on US government’s growing demand for defence space missions.
Cybersecurity coding bootcamp aims to help Canadian veterans transition to tech jobs
As cyber threats increase, Coding for Veterans helps active CAF members level up.
Quantum Industry Canada CEO Lisa Lambert to step down
The organizationâs first leader plans to leave for new career opportunities at the end of June.
HelloFresh subsidiary Factor brings new distribution centre, 400 jobs to Calgary
Meal kit service will deliver to Western Canada starting this fall.
Wealthsimple partners with US exchange Kalshi to launch prediction market app
Users can only make predictions on climate, economic markets, and financial indicators.
June Health closes $2.4 million for expanded womenâs health platform
Securian Canada, PointClickCare co-founders, and others join as investors.
Shopify introduces in-store returns, more updates to agentic commerce
The Spring 2026 Shopify Editions newsletter contained more than 150 product updates.
NorthStar secures $40 million to track space threats for Canadaâs air force
Montréal-based space tech company plans to go public this fall via SPAC.
Calgary is now the fastest growing tech ecosystem in Canada
Global report shows city’s tech sector growth dramatically outpaces Canadian average.
Realize closes one of Canadaâs largest impact funds at $227 million
Toronto firm raised $142 million from private LPs to complement Ottawaâs anchor commitment.
NordSpace opens new rocket factory headquarters in Markham
The 60,000-square-foot facility will anchor the aerospace startupâs national footprint.
Alberta Innovates invests $14 million to help commercialize local tech
Funding supports projects that will help Albertan startups scale toward commercialization.
Showpass to acquire campus engagement platform Bounce
Deal will expand Showpassâ presence to more than 70 percent of Canada’s top-ranked universities.
Shopify shareholders vote down responsible AI proposal
Companyâs board had previously called the proposal a âsolution in search of a problem.â