Figure1’s Joshua Landy says we need a Hippocratic oath for tech
As Figure1 co-founder Joshua Landy puts it in his recent TechTO talk, Silicon Valley currently has an image problem. Whether…
Events
Discover Tectoria panel says tackling unconscious bias, education part of building inclusive workplaces
The ever-quiet sibling of the mainland metropolis that is Victoria, British Columbia continues to surprise and grow. With help…
ggTO launches Toronto esports competition to raise money for SickKids
A new esports organization has launched in Toronto to host gaming competitions and dedicate the money to charity. Targeted…
Startup Canada opens nominations for fifth annual awards
Startup Canada has announced that nominations are open for its fifth annual Startup Canada Awards, which recognizes the achievements…
Gov’t seeking applicants for youth entrepreneurship conference
The Canadian government is seeking applicants for a conference promoting entrepreneurship amongst young people. Called Youth…
AI pioneer Richard Sutton a keynote speaker at AccelerateAB
Edmonton’s AccelerateAB announced that AI pioneer Richard Sutton will be its closing keynote speaker. Sutton is a distinguished…
4 things Canadian tech learned at #SaaSTR
The SaaS industry is bigger than ever, and nowhere is that more clear than at SaaStr. The annual SaaS conference hosts a global…
Startup Canada Podcast Ep.124: Building businesses by bonfire with Fireside Conference
As leaves begin to change, entrepreneurs from across Canada head to the friendly town of Bancroft (between Toronto and Ottawa)…
After trademark battle, tealbook’s Stephany Lapierre reminds founders to read the fine print
At the latest TechTO, tealbook founder Stephany Lapierre stopped by to talk about the story of finding her company’s…
RBC wants to tackle the challenges of being a product manager with FutureMakers event
On February 7, RBC is hosting its FutureMakers talk focused on the challenges of being a product manager with key takeaways…
Elevate Techfest returns in September with expanded impact startup pitch competition, corporate buyer zone
Elevate Toronto has rebranded to Elevate Techfest, and announced its plans for this year’s tech festival in Toronto.…
MedStack’s Balaji Gopalan says companies must tell the stories of their customers
While entrepreneurs may be excited about their products and how they’ll change the industry, it’s hard to translate…
Toronto’s UPPLift pilot program seeking tech solutions for city infrastructure challenges
This week, the city of Toronto is participating in the launch of UPPLift, an urban pilot program (UPP) seeking tech innovations…
Startupfest launching CannabisFest, CryptoFest in 2018 edition
Startupfest has announced that it is launching new Premium Fest verticals this year as it looks to dive deeper into emerging…
#WomenFundingWomen event says angel investing, building networks will boost women-led companies
Last night, Dell and Springboard Enterprises — a network of investors and entrepreneurs dedicated to fostering women-led…