Deep Sky aims to build one of the world’s largest carbon capture facilities in Manitoba
Province has “ideal geology” for $500-million facility’s carbon storage.
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NordSpace and C-Core partner to build ground station infrastructure across Canada
Stations support tracking and controlling aerial systems like satellites.
Hyperlume snapped up by San Jose-based Credo for undisclosed amount
Sale comes seven months after the Ottawa startup’s nearly $18-million CAD seed round.
NordSpace’s second rocket launch attempt flames out after multiple launchpad fires
Second launch window expires as fuel issues delay rocket launch.
Cohere’s valuation hits $7 billion USD following $100-million round extension
Canada’s leading AI company raised $500 million USD at a $6.8 billion valuation in August.
Loblaw expands Gatik deal to 50 driverless trucks by 2026
Renewed partnership moves beyond trials to serve more than 300 GTA stores.
Wittington Ventures hires former MaRS IAF leader Zeeshan Ali as partner
Weston-backed VC adds Ali to help lead its cleantech and healthtech innovation fund.
NordSpace granted new window for Canada’s first commercial rocket launch
Aerospace startup’s previous attempts foiled by weather conditions, faulty safety systems.
Isabelle Hudon says BDC is getting ready to support Canada’s defence tech sector in “a more aggressive way”
Latest report shows Crown corp. hiked VC investments and contended with “correction on valuation” in fiscal 2025.
“Academically disingenuous”: Cohere co-founder calls out Sam Altman for AGI hype
On 20VC Podcast, Nick Frosst rejects idea that AI models pose a threat to humanity.
NordSpace’s rocket launch thwarted by faulty safety system, weather delays
Attempt at delivering the first Canadian commercial rocket launch delayed until at least September.
NASA will hold its 2025 Space Apps Challenge in Canada starting October 4
Hackathon has a wide audience solving Earth and space challenges using real data.
Proposed SR&ED changes could boost tech companies and national productivity, experts say
Both private and public Canadian companies could claim capital expenditures again if legislation advances.
General Fusion staves off funding crunch with $30 million CAD to fuel quest for commercial fusion power
CEO’s public plea answered as company resumes advancement of its fusion demonstration program.
North Vector Dynamics secures $4.2-million contract with National Defence for hypersonic propulsion
Calgary-based startup says Canadian VC interest in military technology is growing.