Volta announces 15 Atlantic Canadian startups in fall cohort pitch event
Halifax-based innovation hub Volta has announced the 15 Atlantic Canadian early-stage tech startups that will compete in its…
Events
10th annual Launch Party showcases Calgary’s startup growth amid dwindling provincial support
This week, Startup Calgary held the 10th annual Launch Party to kick off Calgary Innovation Week, where early-stage startups…
Canadian tech leaders talk generational differences at this year’s #movethedial Summit
Returning to Toronto for its second year, #movethedial brings together thought leaders, partners, and amazing humans of all…
National Bank launching FinTech innovation competition
National Bank is launching a new competition aimed at developing new solutions for the wealth management industry. National…
SaaS North conference returns to Ottawa for its fourth year
Canada’s largest software-as-a-service (SaaS) conference is returning to Ottawa in November for its fourth year. SaaS North…
Startup Canada Awards announces 2019 national winners
This week, Startup Canada hosted the sixth annual national Startup Canada Awards at MaRS Discovery District in Toronto. The…
Despite rapid AI growth, CDL conference emphasizes need to move slow, “not break things”
Amid the exponential growth of artificial intelligence in both the fields of research and business, some in the industry are…
Charity ping pong tournament TechPong returns to Vancouver November 7
Vancouver tech charity event TechPong is returning for its sixth year, inviting the city’s tech community, including…
Clio announces five finalists of its Launch//Code integration contest
Vancouver-based legal tech startup Clio has announced the five finalists who will compete for the title of ‘Best New…
12 Canadian FinTech startups chosen to embark on UK trade mission
Twelve Canadian FinTech startups from five major Canadian cities have been chosen to participate in a trade mission to the…
Terramera, Livestock Water Recycling win Nutrien-Radicle Challenge
Terramera and Livestock Water Recycling claimed a combined $1.25 million USD after the final pitch competition of the Nutrien-Radicle…
Incumbents, consumer complacency barriers to innovation in Canadian banking
Wednesday at the #ElevateTechFest Money Stage, BetaKit’s Meagan Simpson spoke with three FinTech disruptors about open…
#ElevateAI explains the state of Canadian artificial intelligence
From financial innovation to product development, Wednesday’s #ElevateTechFest had something for everyone. In a packed…
Mike Katchen on why Wealthsimple avoided the traditional VC cycle to scale
At #ElevateMoney Stage (programmed by BetaKit) on Wednesday, BetaKit’s Douglas Soltys sat down with Wealthsimple CEO Michael…
Element AI CEO says “I’m not leaving,” shares commercialization challenges
The #ElevateAI Stage (programmed by BetaKit) was filled with panels, keynotes, and lightning talks highlighting what’s…