Alex Bergquist-Terplawy has been a vegan for over 15 years. During many of those early years, it was difficult for her to find great-tasting vegan food that didn’t contain a lot of preservatives or ingredients that were hard to pronounce. Bergquist-Terplawy…
News from across the Regional Innovation Centres
We have gathered news from all the regional innovation centres (RICs) in Ontario. Be sure to connect with your local RIC to be a part of your local ecosystem.
Windsor Hosts 9th Annual FIRST Robotics Competition
- 10 April 2024
- by WETechAlliance
This weekend, the Windsor Essex Great Lakes Event marked its ninth annual FIRST Robotics Competition, showcasing a remarkable display of talent and creativity. Hosted by FIRST Canada and Windsor-Essex FIRST Robotics, thirty-four high school teams from across Ontario, including eleven regional teams, gathered…
Job Type: Full-time (1-Year Contract)Pay: $52,000.00 – $62,000.00 / annually WETechAlliance is one of seventeen Regional Innovation Centres, funded by the Province of Ontario, serving the Windsor-Essex and Chatham-Kent regions. They provide entrepreneurs with business services, training, commercialization and IP support,…
Improving Win Rates: Redefining Demand Generation
- 10 April 2024
- by Altitude Accelerator
originally published: 2024-04-03 10:29:46 As a response to these changes, Trotter emphasizes the need for a more targeted and intelligent approach to demand generation. “Why aren’t we just focusing on the fraction of customers within our account books who have…
Saving lives in submersion emergencies
- 10 April 2024
- by Communitech
A cargo ship crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, causing it to collapse and several vehicles to plummet into the river below. Just a few days earlier, a police officer and a firefighter tried to rescue a…
Apr 4, 2024 1,030 words | 5 minutes Welcome to our monthly feature celebrating the successes of Ottawa-based companies that are thriving in the local community and beyond. From companies developing innovative tech solutions to brick-and-mortar businesses, each business is…
Collision 2023: Meeting the Challenges of Deep-Tech Investing in Canada
- 10 April 2024
- by VentureLAB
Just last week at Collision, North America's fastest-growing tech conference, ventureLAB’s Chief Operating Officer, Matt Skynner, and VP of Founder Success, Sepehr Assadian, announced the exciting launch of the HardTech Investor Network (HIN) at the York Region pavilion. The goal…
Get in gear: The growing need for assistive technology
- 10 April 2024
- by MaRS Discovery District
People with disabilities often can’t get the devices they need. A new mobility hub at MaRS aims to change that. Christopher Hutchison was like many aspiring entrepreneurs — intelligent, charismatic, ambitious. Then a horrific accident sent his world into chaos.…
Finding the future of AI with exhibitors at MaRS Impact AI
- 9 April 2024
- by MaRS Discovery District
The post Finding the future of AI with exhibitors at MaRS Impact AI appeared first on MaRS Discovery District. Original Article on MaRS
Semiconductor Innovation with Canada Catalyst Company, Caliber Interconnects
- 9 April 2024
- by VentureLAB
Caliber Interconnects' story is one of perseverance and innovation. With over two decades of experience, the Canada Catalyst company has evolved into a powerhouse specializing in semiconductor test services, clean energy solutions, power electronics, and artificial intelligence-driven technologies. Their diverse…
Bridging Botany and Biomedicine: The Pioneering Journey of Ottawa Startup, Spiderwort
- 9 April 2024
- by Invest Ottawa
Apr 3, 2024 548 words – 3 mins In their individual quests to advance the regeneration of cellular structures, Dr. Charles M. Cuerrier and Dr. Andrew E. Pelling stumbled upon a remarkable synergy in their research. This discovery led them…
Apr 8, 2024 This featured story is brought to you by the Power of Why Podcast in collaboration with Invest Ottawa, with critical support from BDC Capital’s Thrive Venture Fund, the Title Sponsor of International Women’s Month 2024. We teamed…
Canadian tech that could transform cancer treatment
- 9 April 2024
- by MaRS Discovery District
Startup Jenthera is developing in vivo gene editing that can directly modify a person’s DNA and fine-tune immune cells to find and attack specific types of cancer. A biochemist, engineer and serial inventor, Philip Roche has spent the last two…
Demand Generation is Broken; There is a Better Way to Improve Win Rates
- 9 April 2024
- by Altitude Accelerator
originally published: 2024-04-02 11:15:23 Hessie Jones (contd)So my guest is Matthew Trotter and he says now things are shifting. Again, the buyer journey is evolving and 80% of what is happening of that is happening digitally. And he says that…
MaRS Monthly Roundup – April 2024
- 9 April 2024
- by MaRS Discovery District
The post MaRS Monthly Roundup – April 2024 appeared first on MaRS Discovery District. Original Article on MaRS
Expert Insights: Unraveling the essence of branding with John Holland
- 9 April 2024
- by Innovation Factory
In today’s economy, the power and importance of branding should not be underestimated. You might have a great product, but the key to growth is having a strong brand that represents the values of the company and the efficacy of…
It’s Official, ventureLAB is a Great Place to Work® for the Fourth Year in a Row
- 9 April 2024
- by VentureLAB
It’s Official, ventureLAB is a Great Place to Work® ventureLAB is proud to announce that we have been certified as a Great Place to Work® after a thorough, independent analysis conducted by Great Place to Work Institute® Canada. This certification is…
Expert Insights: Navigating the path from lab to market with Julie Ellis
- 9 April 2024
- by Innovation Factory
Bringing something out of the lab and into the market can sometimes lead to gaps in the process as scientists transition to becoming entrepreneurs. As a founder, you have the potential to revolutionize industries, but a successful journey from lab…
“It’s not what we can do alone, it’s what we can do in partnership”
- 9 April 2024
- by MaRS Discovery District
New MaRS CEO Alison Nankivell knows that to be truly transformative and create social, environmental and economic impact at scale, collaboration is key. Anywhere you look — wildfires that smoldered throughout the winter, lengthy hospital wait times, Canada’s slumping productivity…
Expert Insights: A look into sales and marketing with Mark Elliott
- 9 April 2024
- by Innovation Factory
From reaching your first customer to building a scalable strategy, navigating a successful sales and marketing plan can be challenging. Resources like Innovation Factory (iF) are there to help you navigate each stage of that journey. In addition to coaching…
It’s official: MaRS Impact Health takes place on June 12 and June 13 — and you’re invited! Grab your tickets now to network and sit in on discussions with experts across digital health, medical devices and biotech. RSVP at: marsdd.it/impacthealth24-yt…
This Toronto company is working to keep our data private — and safe — for AI applications
- 9 April 2024
- by MaRS Discovery District
Private AI identifies sensitive information and anonymizes it, so it can still be used to analyze and solve problems without revealing personal details. Everyone’s excited about the life-changing potential of artificial intelligence. (It can drive cars! Diagnose cancer! Write stories…
Success stories inspire the next generation of unicorn founders in Hamilton’s life science ecosystem
- 9 April 2024
- by Innovation Factory
Blockbuster AstraZeneca-Fusion Pharmaceuticals announcement shows Hamilton’s life science innovation ecosystem is thriving Hamilton, Ontario, March 28, 2024 – The day after news broke of AstraZeneca’s $2.4-billion bid to buy Hamilton-based Fusion Pharmaceuticals Inc., a radiopharmaceutical company focused on prostate cancer, …
ventureLAB, York Region, City of Markham and CIX Join Forces to Spotlight Canada’s HardTech Innovators
- 8 April 2024
- by VentureLAB
ventureLAB, York Region, City of Markham and CIX Join Forces to Spotlight Canada's HardTech InnovatorsMarkham, ON- ventureLAB, in collaboration with the Canadian Innovation Exchange Summit (CIX) and with the support of The Regional Municipality of York and the City of…
Apr 9, 2024 572 words – 4 mins.by Marina Abrosimov, Mann Lawyers LLP Can the use of a “thumbs-up” emoji in a text message create legally binding obligations? Last summer’s decision by the Saskatchewan Court of King’s Bench, which made…
Innovation Factory and Haltech announce amalgamation to ignite innovation
- 8 April 2024
- by Innovation Factory
Combining the strengths of both organizations solidifies the Hamilton-Halton region’s status as a hub for high-tech innovation and entrepreneurship HAMILTON, ON, April 2, 2024 – Two leading innovation centres, Innovation Factory and Haltech, have announced their amalgamation and a renewed…
WETechAlliance is thrilled to announce that our esteemed team member, Adam Castle, Director of Ventures Services has been named to The Peak’s prestigious 2024 Class of Emerging Leaders. This annual list celebrates the achievements of Canadians under 40 who are…
Dialogue acquires Koble’s assets to strengthen women’s health offering
- 7 April 2024
- by Innovation Factory
Canada’s premier virtual healthcare and wellness platform enhances existing women’s health offering through acquisition of assets from digital health and well-being platform, Koble This press release was originally shared through Newswire on March 26, 2024. Read the original release here. MONTREAL, March 26,…
Staying power for Ontario startups
- 7 April 2024
- by Communitech
Ariz Bhimani is a cancer survivor turned entrepreneur on a mission. Diagnosed at 20, he faced surgery, chemotherapy, and the challenge of recurrent cancer. Through all of this, Bhimani discovered his purpose: BRFZY. Driven by his own journey post-right orchiectomy,…
How femtech companies are tackling gender health gaps while empowering women
- 6 April 2024
- by Innovation Factory
This article was originally written by Alex Franklin for The Globe and Mail on April 9, 2024. Read the original article here. Not many people decide to pursue a business idea while undergoing cancer treatment, but Rachel Bartholomew was determined…
How innovation can help solve the microplastic problem in our water systems
- 6 April 2024
- by MaRS Discovery District
From aquatic Roombas to pollution-zapping gadgets, new tech offers novel ways to tackle pollution in our lakes, oceans and reservoirs. Last summer, a pair of odd vessels could be found patrolling Toronto’s Outer Harbour Marina. They weren’t boats, however. More…
Innovation Factory and Haltech amalgamate to serve Hamilton, Halton area startups
- 2 April 2024
- by Haltech
This article was written by Alex Riehl for BetaKit on April 5, 2024. Read the original article here. Read the original press release by Innovation Factory. Two Southwestern Ontario tech accelerators have come together to bring their services and staff…
Stir the Potential Innovation Conference is coming to Sault Ste. Marie
- 2 April 2024
- by SSMIC
The Sault Ste. Marie Innovation Centre is proud to announce "Stir the Potential" - an innovation conference taking place May 27 and 28 at the Delta Waterfront Hotel.Communities in the north are ready for change. A brighter, sustainable future starts…
How to Leverage Yours to Attract Opportunities – Altitude Accelerator
- 2 April 2024
- by Altitude Accelerator
originally published: 2024-03-06 12:41:47 Community is another significant aspect of building a personal brand. Sharing your story and engaging actively on social media platforms can help build a community that shares your vision and values. This is especially vital in…
Building a Personal Brand as a Tech Leader – Altitude Accelerator
- 2 April 2024
- by Altitude Accelerator
originally published: 2024-03-06 15:21:56 Hessie JonesAbsolutely. OK. So let’s start. Let’s start with Stephanie, because it’s probably easier to figure out how you got started by telling us a little bit about yourself and your company. Stephanie LippSure. Yes. Stephanie Lipp,…
Global Innovators: 9 International Startups Graduate from Cohort 3 of Acceleration+ Program
- 1 April 2024
- by Innovation Factory
On Tuesday, March 26th, 2024, the virtual halls were abuzz with excitement and anticipation as the Acceleration+ Graduation Ceremony unfolded, marking the culmination of months of hard work, dedication, and innovation. Graduating Companies The ceremony highlighted the power of collaboration, mentorship, and…
Fero International receives $3.5M investment from Government of Canada towards affordable infrastructure for the healthcare industry
- 18 March 2024
- by Innovation Factory
February 2, 2024 – Stoney Creek, Ontario Growing the economy and making life more affordable for Canadians are the top priorities for the Government of Canada. That is why we are investing in local manufacturers that are creating innovative solutions…
Whale Seeker: AI for Biodiversity | MaRS Impact AI 2024
- 18 March 2024
- by MaRS Discovery District
The post Whale Seeker: AI for Biodiversity | MaRS Impact AI 2024 appeared first on MaRS Discovery District. Original Article on MaRS
Government of Canada celebrates International Women’s Day in southern Ontario
- 18 March 2024
- by Haltech
This release was originally published by Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario on March 8, 2024. Read the original release here. FedDev Ontario invests in and highlights women-led projects March 8, 2024 – Stratford, Ontario International Women’s Day is a globally…
AI on the menu at Communitech CEO Dinner
- 18 March 2024
- by Communitech
The historic walls of The Walper Hotel pulsated with the spirit of collaboration and innovation as the tech community gathered for an AI Workshop, followed by the annual Communitech CEO Dinner on Tuesday. “Tonight is all about connecting with our…