Startups have until July 31 to apply for the CIX Top 20
The CIX Top 20, a program from the Canadian Innovation Exchange that showcases Canada’s most innovative companies, is calling…
Events
University of Waterloo announces four $25,000 winners of Velocity Fund Finals
The University of Waterloo’s latest Velocity Fund Finals had at least four startups win big. The competition had 10 startups…
NEXT Canada showcases first ventures in its NextAI program
If you build it, they will come. If you impress them, they might even invest. This was the image NEXT Canada seemed to be going…
Smart angel investment and board involvement can support diversity, says #Startupfest panel
Last week’s Startupfest was jam-packed with something for everyone — whether you were interested in networking and casually…
The Entrepreneurship Society event offering tips on metrics and fundraising for scaling companies
On July 26, The Entrepreneurship Society will host an evening event dedicated to helping Toronto-based entrepreneurs understand…
#Acceleratorfest survey report shows program mentorship, alumni support not what it should be
Hockeystick and Startupfest have revealed the results of a report that broke down what startups really think about Canadian…
Pando’s Sarah Lacy explains why “toxic masculinity” pervades Silicon Valley
The Silicon Valley bro culture bubble has burst, and Sarah Lacy wants you to know it. Award-winning journalist, founder of…
Flashfood wins $140,000 Best in Fest prize at Startupfest
Flashfood has won the $140,000 Best in Fest top prize at Startupfest. The prize was among several handed out at Montreal’s…
FounderFuel celebrates $100 million startup funding milestone at 10th Demo Day
On Tuesday evening, a full and buzzing Olympia Theatre in Montreal played host to FounderFuel’s 10th Demo Day. An accelerator…
#ElevateToronto launches tech festival to showcase best of Canadian innovation to the world
Toronto is set to host Elevate Toronto, a new technology festival aimed at celebrating the city’s thriving tech ecosystem…
Raw Signal Group’s Johnathan Nightingale explains why investing in leadership can help your business save money
Last week, Raw Signal Group’s Melissa Nightingale and Johnathan Nightingale spoke candidly with BetaKit about why they launched…
Maker Extravaganza celebration kicks off month-long celebration of makers
On July 8 and July 9, Toronto’s makers, technologists, and craftspeople will gather at the Maker Extravangaza, the hallmark…
Ottawa startups can hitch a ride to Startupfest on the #HustleShuttle
Invest Ottawa is helping Ottawa startups get to Montreal’s Startupfest with the Hustle Shuttle. Ottawa startups will…
Quote Kong and Vini named winners of Fundica’s $1 million investment prize
The 2017 Fundica roadshow has concluded with the announcement of two winners. Fundica kicked off its cross-Canada tour in January…
#EmpireFinTech Conference says thinking beyond Canada, adopting AI key to scaling ecosystem
Canada’s FinTech ecosystem is burgeoning with companies like Wealthsimple and Wave making major moves — however, there’s…