Margaret Coons has been vegan for nearly half of her life. Over that time, she’s tried every vegan cheese available. In the early days, there weren’t very many options on the market, and she found herself craving a truly delicious,…
MaRS HR expert Daneal Charney shares her insights on how to recruit and retain the right people. Landing the right hires has always been a crucial part of running a successful business, but in the time since COVID was at…
originally published: 2024-04-15 18:25:37 Hessie JonesSo product market fit is a make or break factor for startups. Even the best products can fail without market demand, while an average product can actually succeed if there is demand that exists. So…
Conversation brewed alongside coffee at the Communitech Hub Tuesday morning as founders gathered for a breakfast session tackling the ever-evolving landscape of intellectual property (IP) in today’s digital age. Led by Jim Hinton, IP Lawyer and Strategist, and Alexis Conrad,…
ventureLAB responds to the Federal budget, released Tuesday, April 16, 2024. The budget boasts promising initiatives in research, development and Artificial Intelligence (AI) investment, while progress could be made on commercialization and creating a business friendly environment for the tech…
In the rapidly evolving life science sector, women-identifying entrepreneurs are carving out spaces for innovation and leadership albeit facing unique challenges and seizing distinct opportunities. As part of Innovation Factory’s Inclusivity Business Resource series, Rachel Bartholomew, CEO of Hyivy Health…
KITCHENER, ON — March 2nd, 2024 — Today, Uvaro is excited to announce the launch of the ‘Grow With Cleantech’ Program in strategic partnership with Boundless Accelerator. The ‘Grow With Cleantech’ Program is fueled by Upskill Canada, and is part…
Leveraging local resources to navigate the manufacturing industry Canada’s manufacturing industry accounts for 10% of the total Canadian GDP (Gross Domestic Product). That is approximately more than $100 billion of the national GDP according to a report from KPMG. The…
Last month, the ventureLAB team pinned its way across Hong Kong, Taiwan, and mainland China. The ventureLAB team was on its Mission to Asia trip for two weeks with a mission to grow its networks and partnerships nationally and internationally…
May 3, 2024 Welcome once again to our monthly feature celebrating companies that are thriving in Ottawa with the support of Invest Ottawa programs. From companies working to develop innovative tech solutions to brick-and-mortar businesses in the Ottawa community, each…
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originally published: 2024-04-29 15:08:13 David Peterson Thanks, Hessie Jones. Thanks for having me. Hessie Jones No problem so. Let let’s start with you and your background. You tell me about your startup journey, where it all began, and how you…
eSupply Canada is an online distributor of business and industrial supplies. As an Indigenous-owned company, we’re deeply committed to helping drive economic development within First Nations communities across Canada. Our mission is twofold: to address the persistent issue of economic…
Top entrepreneurs meet tech-minded investors at the province’s annual Inventures conference. With the help of Alberta Innovates, the province’s self-described “innovation engine,” some of Canada’s most promising startups and entrepreneurs are working to solve the problems of tomorrow, today. Bryan…
LONDON, ON – Climate change and severe weather are the primary challenges facing year-round berry production in Canada. Food Security Structures Canada and Western University have devised a food security solution to address these global threats by developing a net…
The unique cross-border relationship between Windsor and Detroit has long been touted as a catalyst for innovation across various industries, including healthcare. In the rapidly evolving landscape of modern medicine, our region stands as the nexus between the US and…
originally published: 2024-04-20 14:46:16 The Embassy of Canada to the Philippines, through the Trade Commissioner Service—Manila, is offering to the network an opportunity open exclusively to Canadian tech startups: an online pitching session on Apr 17, 2024 (Wed), 9:00 am…
Apr 30, 2024 A worldwide provider of optical networking equipment, software, and services, Silicon Valley-based Infinera set up shop in Ottawa’s technology sector in 2009 to leverage the tech talent that was available in the area. Since then, the Ottawa…
HAMILTON & HALTON, ON, April 25, 2024 – In celebration of World Intellectual Property Day, Innovation Factory announced the renewal of OwnershIP, an intellectual property program, delivered in collaboration with the national IP Assist Program. OwnershIP by Innovation Factory is…
originally published: 2024-04-29 17:03:22 Altitude Accelerator, a leading innovation hub, is excited to announce its strategic collaboration with MNP, one of Canada’s leading professional services firms. MNP is an entrepreneurial firm built for entrepreneurs providing personalized client-focused accounting, consulting, tax,…
originally published: 2024-04-29 14:47:57 Altitude Accelerator is pleased to introduce Giselle Melo as our new Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EIR)!Giselle Melo brings a rich background in technology-focused venture capital, specializing particularly in machine learning, applied artificial intelligence, and computer vision. Giselle’s life mission…
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originally published: 2024-05-13 16:41:39 Journeying into entrepreneurship means founders need to lay a solid foundation for their startup. This foundation rests on three key pillars crucial for startup success: managing relationships, building resilience, and assembling a strong and reliable team. In…
Food security and affordability are growing challenges, especially in northern and remote communities. Additionally, enjoying local produce during the offseason anywhere in Canada is difficult. Canadians can rarely enjoy locally grown products such as blueberries, spinach, and tomatoes during the…
Shopping online may seem effortless as you browse, click to buy and wait for your package to arrive at your doorstep. Behind the scenes of this seemingly seamless process, however, is a complex supply chain process. From a shortage of…
This press release was originally published by Virtualware on April 7, 2024. Read the original press release here. Bilbao, Spain, April 7 , 2024.- Virtualware (EPA: MLVIR), the European leader in virtual reality has signed a partnership agreement with the…
In the latest episode of TechAlliance’s podcast Idea to Investment, that explores the fascinating intersection of entrepreneurship and investment, we sit down with Lynn Davis, President of Alegria3 Inc., an investment company dedicated to fostering social and environmental change. Read…
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Sydney Robinson, CEO and Co-Founder of Vessl Prosthetics, makes it to the second cohort of Elevate’s Women+ Entrepreneur Incubator. Through this, women & gender-diverse entrepreneurs get into a 8-week virtual incubator to gain valuable investment readiness skills, meet directly with…(Read…
Hamilton, ON, May 9, 2024 – In celebration of innovation and entrepreneurship, Innovation Factory (iF) hosted its annual open house event, the Big DiF. The milestone event welcomed more than 300 attendees to meet up-and-coming start-ups, grow their networks and…
We have been often told that it takes a village to build up a startup. And indeed, that is 100% true. But where is this village, and how can my community help?My name is Nima Khadem Mohtaram, currently an advisor…
May 16, 2024 Invest Ottawa’s Path Fund, a new grant competition offering financial support to tech startups on their way to success, saw great success for 18 local startups. This initiative, evaluated with the help of ecosystem partner LSpark…
A journey of advancing wound care technology with key collaborations Swift Medical, a digital health technology company innovating wound care management to improve diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes, has emerged as a significant healthcare innovator in North America. Today, the company’s…
As I reflect on the recent Detroit Moves Forum, I am both energized and inspired by the dynamic discussions that took place. This gathering wasn’t just about mobility; it was about forging a future that thrives on innovative transportation solutions right…
In late 2018, one of Corey Shelson’s clients at 44 North Digital Marketing, the full-service digital marketing agency he founded in 205, approached him with a request. Matt Vanos, owner of Mount Brydges-based Vanos Insulations Ltd., had built a piece…
In a significant move to boost Ontario’s economy, the provincial government has announced an update to the Building Ontario Businesses Initiative (BOBI) to increase public procurement opportunities for Ontario-based businesses. This move will not only break down barriers and provide…
originally published: 2024-04-29 16:42:59 Lastly, Peterson discusses the harsh reality of startup failures, emphasizing that many such failures occur because the financial runway was not adequately planned. Founders often face a critical juncture where they decide whether to continue pouring…
Only a fraction of venture capital funding goes to women-led companies. For the co-founders of Noa Therapeutics, finding the right angel investor helped fuel the development of their biotech startup. As co-founders of the Toronto-based biotech company Noa Therapeutics, Serena…
May 2, 2024 As a seasoned veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces, Mike Nelson intimately understands the potential benefits of leveraging commercial scale and innovation within a military framework. However, it wasn’t until his experience pursuing an executive MBA at…
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