Wealthsimple unveils advanced investing tools as it hits $100-billion milestone
As it surpasses $100 billion in AUA, Toronto firm aims to bolster investing with lower fees, diversification, and AI.
FinTech
The Canva for spreadsheets tackling Canada’s founder-finance gap
Profitual helps startups build budgets, forecasts, and investor-ready financials, no accounting degree required.
Clio the latest Canadian company to partner with Affirm for “buy now, pay later” service
Legaltech company also launches its own capital advance program as it tackles the enterprise market.
FreshBooks partners with Affirm to offer “buy now, pay later” feature
FreshBooks Payments invoices can now be paid through biweekly or monthly plans.
Canadian FinTech leaders told to finally expect open banking progress in fall budget
Sources say feds poised to deliver on next phase of long-delayed financial data-sharing legislation.
How CTK Bio uses R&D support to compete on cost
With SR&ED support from Boast, the BC startup keeps sustainable plastic alternatives moving from lab to market.
EQ Bank unveils new account for Canadian small businesses
Digital challenger bank offers small business owners high-interest account with no monthly fees.
Manzil surpasses $100 million in halal mortgages for Muslim Canadians
CEO says FinTech’s strong pipeline highlights unmet demand for faith-aligned financial products.
At Munk School event, FinTech leaders call for Canada to take bigger swings
As federal budget nears, leaders see an opportunity for Canada to advance long-awaited priorities.
Venn launches product to make incorporation easier for Ontario entrepreneurs
The FinTech offers federal and provincial filings in minutes, covering fees with a cash bonus.
Google Android head Sameer Samat, FinTech CEO Odilon Almeida join Lightspeed board
CEO Dax Dasilva says the pair “fortify two strategically important areas” for the company.
This Canadian entrepreneur put QuickBooks on the Intuit platform to the test
A first look at how Intuit’s platform supports the everyday work of Canadian small business owners.
Nesto bets on big banks as a way to provide more Canadian mortgages
Montréal-based mortgage lender says proprietary data is its “unfair advantage.”
The fundamental misunderstanding of open banking that’s costing us all, big time
Open banking’s absence is fuelling a silent small business crisis.
Float launches SME “hybrid” accounts to take on Canada’s big banks
The startup’s no-fee, interest-bearing accounts aim to give small businesses more choice.