Mitch Wilson Receives Prestigious Difizen Award at Annual Innovation Showcase On May 1, 2025, the Innovation Factory, recognized as the…
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MiON Forest, based in Hamilton, is at the forefront of innovating reforestation through advanced climate technology. Co-founded by Sanghyun Kim,…
Innovation Factory Launches Concept Catalyst Program for Early-Stage Startups
On April 9, 2025, Innovation Factory launched the Concept Catalyst program, a new initiative aimed at supporting early-stage start-ups in…
Public transit serves as a critical infrastructure for cities, and Hamilton Street Railway (HSR) has played a vital role in…
Femtech Canada Teams Up with Sun Life to Enhance Women’s Health Initiatives
On April 9, 2025, Femtech Canada, managed by Innovation Factory, announced a strategic partnership with Sun Life to emphasize the…
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Ben Fisher, the founder of GravitySlide, transformed his passion for travel into an innovative business focused…
Innovation Factory Distributes $120,000 in Cash and Prizes at the 2025 Synapse Life Science Competition
The 2025 Synapse Life Science Competition, hosted by Innovation Factory on March 26, showcased five promising life science startups competing…
Diesel Laptops Enhances Remote Vehicle Monitoring and Predictive AI Capabilities Through Acquisition of Preteckt
On February 10, 2025, Diesel Laptops, a leading provider of diesel diagnostic tools and technician training, announced its acquisition of…
The Landscape of Femtech in Canada: Overcoming Obstacles and Catalyzing Progress
In a recent discussion with Rachel Bartholomew, founder of Femtech Canada and CEO of Hyivy Health, important insights were shared…
Founders Unplugged: Guidance for Navigating the Early Days of Entrepreneurship
Starting a business can be likened to an iceberg, where the visible successes, such as funding rounds and product launches,…
FluidAI Pioneering AI-Enhanced Post-Operative Care
Youssef Helwa, a graduate from the University of Waterloo, was inspired by his mother’s experiences as a surgeon, which motivated…
Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: HERhalton 2025 Inspires Bold Leadership and Innovation
On March 13, 2025, Innovation Factory hosted its annual women’s networking event, HERhalton, in Burlington, Ontario, attracting over 150 attendees,…
Enhance Your Growth with CDD Vault’s Research Data Management Solutions
Life science ventures often face the challenge of managing disorganized and scattered data, which can include spreadsheets, lab notebooks, and…
University Spin-Out Afynia Secures $5 Million Seed Funding to Launch MicroRNA Panel Test for Endometriosis
Discover how Afynia Laboratories secured a $5 million seed round to commercialize its microRNA panel test for endometriosis.Discover how Afynia Laboratories secured a $5 million seed round to commercialize its microRNA panel test for endometriosis.
Introduction of New Life Science Products and Services with the Help of Innovation Factory
Innovation Factory’s SOPHIE program is pivotal for start-ups and entrepreneurs in the life science sector, mainly due to its emphasis on commercialization.
Accelerating Innovation: Enedym’s Groundbreaking Electric Motors Pave the Way for the Future
Electric motors are a crucial part of everyday life, found in various appliances and vehicles, and they account for nearly…
Lactiga Wins Significant NIH Grant to Promote Mucosal-Targeted Secretory IgA for Patients with Immunodeficiencies
Lactiga, a biotechnology company based in North Brunswick, N.J., specializes in developing therapies using naturally occurring antibodies for inflammatory and…
Three McMaster Professors Receive Fellowships to Advance Their Life Science Startups
In an article published by Daniella Fiorentino from the Office of the VP Research at McMaster University on February 24,…
The recent passing of Grammy-winning singer Roberta Flack brings to light the urgent need for advances in research on Amyotrophic…
Manny Narayanan from PathtoCareer: 10 Critical Blind Spots Every Founder Must Be Aware Of
In a session with Altitude Accelerator, Manny Narayanan, founder of PathtoCareer and a digital transformation expert, discussed common pitfalls entrepreneurs…