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How Cutting-Edge Solutions are Bridging the Gaps in Menopause Care in Canada
Recent studies indicate that many Canadian women are unprepared for the challenges of menopause, prompting a wave of entrepreneurial initiatives…
Creative Growth at Work: How PocketHealth Inspires Innovation
PocketHealth, a Toronto-based cloud-based medical records startup, aims to revolutionize healthcare communication by addressing the inefficiencies prevalent in the Canadian…
What Science Reveals About the Potential of Music as Medicine
Neuroscientist Dan Levitin emphasizes the transformative power of music, illustrating how it can profoundly impact health outcomes. In his recent…
Canada’s urgent housing crisis necessitates building 1.3 million homes by 2030, but conventional construction methods are severely detrimental to the…
The December edition of the MaRS Monthly Roundup highlights various initiatives, events, and developments at the MaRS Discovery District, a…
Leveraging Innovation to Overcome Hiring Barriers and Foster Inclusive Workplaces
Members of marginalized groups often face significant challenges in securing meaningful employment, especially in the current job market climate. The…
The RBC Women in Cleantech Accelerator is making strides to support women-led startups in the climate technology sector, which continues…
How Innovators Are Modernizing Canada’s Medical Records for the 21st Century
Many healthcare providers in Canada are still dependent on outdated technology like fax machines to communicate essential patient information. This…
As the 2024/25 school year commences, Canadian schools grapple with resource limitations and various challenges, particularly regarding technology in the…
Christine Allen, CEO of Intrepid Labs and a chemistry professor at the University of Toronto, shares insights on Canada’s emerging…
The building and construction industry significantly contributes to global carbon emissions, accounting for nearly 15 gigatons or approximately 40% annually….
The Role of Business as a Foundation for Reconciliation
Scott Patles-Richardson, CEO and founder of Indigenous Financial Solutions, advocates for the inclusion of First Nation communities in industry and…
Introducing the Investor Empowering Canadian Startups to Enter the Southeast Asian Market
Michael Gryseels, co-founder of Antares Ventures and seasoned tech investor, aims to scale innovative deep-tech solutions globally, particularly in Southeast…
How Computational Techniques Can Tackle Major Threats to Human Health
Ben Thomas, CEO of AMPLY Discovery, holds a unique perspective on the intersection of biology and technology. Initially turned off…
Carbon Upcycling’s Cost-Effective Approach to Low-Carbon Concrete
Carbon Upcycling is leading a pioneering effort to reduce the significant carbon footprint associated with concrete production by utilizing industrial…
The outcomes of COP29, held in Baku, Azerbaijan, reveal the mixed state of global efforts to combat climate change. The…
The Potential of Microdosing Psychedelics to Transform Mental Health Treatment
Two Toronto-based startups, Diamond Therapeutics and GoodCap Pharmaceuticals, are pioneering the development of psilocybin-based medications aimed at expanding treatment options…
Delivering Results: 5 Companies Innovating Manufacturing Solutions in North America
The latest Innovate UK cohort showcases a group of innovative startups focused on advancing manufacturing through the integration of cutting-edge…
Methane, a potent greenhouse gas made up of carbon and hydrogen, plays a significant role in climate change, often overshadowed…