Each February, it’s important for organizations and people with a voice to speak for those who experience a lack of equity and systemic barriers in the Black entrepreneur community. While it’s important to acknowledge the many brilliant people who identify…
In the ever-evolving world of startups, building successful ventures goes beyond just innovative ideas and market analysis - it lies in the strength and diversity of your startup’s team. We sat down with Hilary Kilgour, a venture growth advisor in…
Discover the common myths about SR&ED financing and how you fund your business' growth with ventureLAB Partner, Easly.SR&ED financing is a specialized funding source for Canadian businesses, gaining popularity among startups and scaleups nationwide. It's a form of tax credit…
On Jan. 18, Miovision announced it had acquired CJ Hensch & Associates, a Texas-based traffic technology company. While this is Miovision’s fifth acquisition, it is unique in that CJ Hensch is one of Miovision’s customers. The company was an early…
originally published: 2024-01-25 12:04:35 Hessie JonesSo we’re going to be diving deeper into this topic, why it’s taken the world by storm, why you should also be cautious and interrogate the efficacy of these kinds of tools, and more importantly,…
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$4.5 million for next phase of the Hardware Catalyst Initiative, supporting 30 technology companies while creating and maintaining over 170 jobs in southern OntarioJanuary 16, 2024 – Markham, OntarioSouthern Ontario is home to some of the most dynamic and diverse…
Today we have the honor of interviewing Dr. Theo Versteegh, Co-Founder and CEO/CTO of Topspin Technologies LTD, the creator of the TopSpin360, a neck training device used for concussion risk reduction. It is the first patented multi-planar dynamic neuromuscular neck strengthening…
originally published: 2024-01-16 07:58:15 by Taylor McAuliffe In the fast-paced realm of technology, where innovation reigns supreme, a glaring disparity persists – the lack of representation and recognition for women. Despite the industry’s rapid evolution, women continue to find themselves…
We are very excited to announce our second class of Techstars Physical Health in Fort Worth, Texas. Building on a great first year with stellar founders and companies who have seen great growth since the end of the first cohort,…
Insights shared at the recent MaRS Climate Impact could help move the needle on climate change. Last year was the hottest on record — by a large margin. In fact, temperatures in 2023 “likely exceed those of any period in at…
Innovation and creativity are driving forces in today’s economy and it’s more important than ever for your company, regardless of size, to leverage and protect your intellectual property (IP) to maintain a competitive edge and fuel long-term success. As a…
Waterloo startup KA Imaging’s Premium Dual-Energy Mobile System, Reveal Mobi Pro™, is now available for sale in the U.S. The product, a collaboration with UMG/Del Medical, is a mobile system integrated with the Reveal™ 35C, making it capable of offering…
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Info-Tech Research Group, one of the leading global research and advisory firms, today announced the appointment of Tom Zehren as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Effective February 1, 2024, Zehren will step into the executive role while David Godfrey, the firm’s current CEO, will transition…(Read…
From cyber sleuths to vertical farmers, meet the innovators making a difference this year. There’s a rather long list of problems to solve in 2024: climate change, chronic diseases, cybercrime, food insecurity, to name just a few. But across the…
At more than two-million square feet, the mayor of St. Thomas, Ont. couldn’t believe the size of the battery plant under construction in Salzgitter, Germany. “It is about a third the size of what St. Thomas’ would be. And truly…
This accessible, interactive PDF provides an overview of IP organizations, services and support available across Ontario to help entrepreneurs, researchers and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) navigate the province’s complex IP landscape. Whether you’re looking for IP funding, education or…
originally published: 2024-01-25 11:33:25 Hessie JonesYes, it is exciting, and we’re going to make it exciting. You’re a software engineer, right? You’re also a serial entrepreneur, but you’ve offshored your development. So give me your perspective on the circumstances of…
originally published: 2024-01-25 12:30:10 Hessie JonesSo that kind of leads us into the next question because you have that advantage over a lot of people who have started businesses. But let’s say they know so much about sales, they know…
January 29, 2024 | BURLINGTON, ON Tourism Burlington is excited to launch the 16th annual Taste of Burlington program today, and it will run until February 11, 2024. This year’s program offers more than 20 restaurants from across Burlington offering…
originally published: 2024-01-25 12:49:27 Dr. Jacob MendelI think that the technology of distributed ledger become fascinating because the different future use cases that we are seeing in the world, and especially even it’s not any more sexy world. Web3, touch…
Oprah Winfrey once stated that “a mentor is someone who allows you to see the hope inside yourself,” underscoring mentors’ pivotal role in personal and professional development. The importance of mentorship amplifies for entrepreneurs seeking business growth. The statistics do…
originally published: 2024-01-25 12:39:56 In a digital environment rampant with the adoption of emerging artificial intelligence technologies, data continues to drive considerable value. The risk to confidential and personal information continues to be an ongoing threat. Enter decentralized identity, an…
originally published: 2024-01-25 12:59:24 Hessie JonesSo let let’s talk a little bit about the impact. So you had a couple of stats there, at 36,000 attendance. What kind of attendance have we had from the countries as well as the…
originally published: 2024-01-25 13:33:26 Hessie JonesSo I want to go back a little bit because this started, I guess the impetus for it started when you were 17 years old. Can you tell us a little bit about your journey? Nivatha…
“As we transition to EVs, we need to make sure that we’re building this industry the right way from the start.” When Joanna Kyriazis bought a used 2021 Hyundai Kona Electric, she found it difficult to find out what the…
ventureLAB is proud to announce the 3rd cohort of the Accelerate AI program. This transformative 6-month program is designed to champion the growth and scaling of AI startups, empowering them to deliver cutting-edge solutions and applications that tackle the challenges…
Hamilton, Ontario – January 25, 2024 – Innovation Factory announces the finalists for the 2024 Synapse Competition, Ontario’s premier life science pitch competition. This annual event is a key part of Hamilton’s life science community and will award over $100,000…
originally published: 2024-01-24 12:39:31 Hessie JonesYes, absolutely. I’m so excited about this. Okay, so you consider yourself a YouTuber, right? Super! Right? Okay! So you profess your views on various topics. I’ve seen your YouTube videos where you’re passionate about…
originally published: 2024-01-24 12:52:48 Hessie JonesPerfect, perfect. OK, so let’s start with the journey from the proof of concept to development to launch of that idea. First, tell me about maybe help me define the difference between a proof of…
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This startup’s point-of-sale device makes it a snap — or a tap — to support a good cause The notion of Canada as a benevolent country has long been a source of national pride. Indeed, in her end-of-2023 message, Governor-General…
London, ON; January 17, 2024: In November 2023, Broad Films and Joydrop Ltd. were announced as winners of TechAlliance’s London Innovation Challenge pitch competition. In a fluid innovation economy, and in market conditions like the ones facing many technology ventures…
originally published: 2024-01-22 13:03:52 We are honoured to present the inaugural Altitude Accelerator Award for Board Excellence to Shirley Speakman. This award recognizes an outstanding individual who goes above and beyond the role of governance and underscores the importance of…
Seasoned M&A pro Roger Parry shares his top tips for successful takeovers. Even for those accustomed to competitive corporate culture, mergers and acquisitions carry particularly cutthroat connotations: think hostile takeovers and jilted employees carrying Banker’s Boxes out of their offices.…
Preserving Creative Expression through Copyrights For those of us in the creative industries, copyrights are our best friends. Whether it’s a piece of music, a work of art, or a piece of literature, copyright protection ensures that our creative endeavors remain…
TORONTO, ON, January 17, 2024 – Femtech Canada, a women’s health network initiative operated by Innovation Factory, celebrated its official launch today at a gathering in Toronto, Ontario. Signalling a milestone in women’s health technology, Femtech Canada is the first…
January 16, 2024, Kitchener, Ontario – The Ontario government is welcoming an investment of over $25 million by local medical technology company, FluidAI Medical. “Through our Regional Development Program, our government is helping growing Ontario manufacturers like FluidAI Medical innovate and…
London, ON. January 19, 2024 – Techalliance of Southwestern Ontario announced six winners at Limitless: A Celebration of Regional Innovation, held at The Factory, 100 Kellogg Lane on January 18, 2024. Acknowledging the impact that innovators are creating in our…
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