Nathalie Morin and her partner, Julien, embarked on an exhilarating journey that took them across the globe, fueled by their dream of opening a remarkable chocolate boutique. From France to Scotland, the UK to Canada, their passion for creating delectable…
Rob Hannam has always been passionate about helping others solve their problems and improve their businesses and lives. This drive led him to become an entrepreneur, knowing he could make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. In 2020, Rob joined…
originally published: 2023-11-03 12:50:57 Tauseef Riaz and Saba Tauseef are Cofounders of ConsidraCare. I met with these inspiring founders to understand their personal journeys that led them to address the broader need to revolutionize the senior home care industry.Tauseef and Saba…
Artificial intelligence is evolving so rapidly that companies and governments face a real dilemma: Sit on the sidelines until the risks have been managed or jump in now and adapt as you go? It’s a widespread concern with countless layers,…
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Some of the most incredible ventures start from a deeply personal story. The motivation to make a change is a lot stronger when the drive stems from an impressionable moment. That was the case with Derek Sham, founder and CEO…
A Conversation between Paul Bourgeois (Founder, Deaf Stuff), Roxanne Whiting (Co-owner, Asign) and Innovation Guelph. I. King Jordan, who became the first Deaf president of Gallaudet University, once made a profound statement that highlights the capabilities of deaf individuals. He said, “Deaf…
Prodigy uses video-game strategies to get kids excited about math and reading. Fittingly, fun is also front and centre in the company’s approach to HR. For Sarah-Jayne Lehtinen, it felt natural to shift from being an elementary-school teacher to her…
Mali Braun always wanted to be an entrepreneur. She was highly driven by her desire for flexibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to bring her ideas to life. Ten years ago, she embarked on her entrepreneurial journey by establishing Perfect Fit…
A capital month! October was a good month for investment in Waterloo Region tech. Kitchener-based FluidAI Medical announced a US$15-million Series A raise. The medtech scale-up, which uses artificial intelligence and nanotechnology to monitor a patient’s post-operative condition, said it…
Nov 2, 2023 Unlocking the secrets to a thriving workplace culture has become top of mind for tech companies striving to attract and retain top talent in today’s competitive landscape. One invaluable metric in gauging employee satisfaction and loyalty is…
Wastewater, the world’s dirty (not so little) secret, consumes nearly 3 percent of the global electricity demand. It’s a staggering statistic, and yet much of what actually happens with wastewater remains a mystery. Treatment plants typically purify water by infusing…
NEW YORK, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — itselectric, a Brooklyn-based electric vehicle (EV) curbside charging company, today announced it has partnered with SWTCH Energy, a company pioneering EV charging solutions for multi-tenant buildings across North America, as its software provider for managing, maintaining and optimizing its…
HAMILTON, ONTARIO, November 1, 2023 – The sixth annual Future of Transportation and Mobility Series (FTMS) concluded after a morning of speakers and networking, drawing hundreds of innovators and stakeholders in transportation and mobility sector. Hosted by the Centre for…
GUELPH, Ontario, Nov. 2, 2023 —Innovation Guelph, a founding member of Ontario’s network of regional innovation centres, has a new name: Boundless Accelerator. The name change and rebranding, effective immediately, recognizes the organization’s growth and evolution since its inception in…
originally published: 2023-10-30 08:47:25 Imagine having a Google Engineer, a Shopify Product Manager, or an Apple Designer shaping the success of your startup. TalentFund is a Fractional Advisory and Talent Marketplace that connects Canadian talent from industry giants, who are…
In its fourth year, TechAlliance of Southwestern Ontario is proud to announce the selection of eleven award finalists for Limitless 2024. These exceptional finalists were chosen by a panel of distinguished adjudicators following an open call for nominations across four…
originally published: 2023-10-30 10:50:51 Altitude client, Investipal onboarded its’ first investment advisor who is leveraging Investipal to manage their models and share updates directly with clients on their account performance. This doubles Investipal’s assets being managed on the platform. As…
LONDON, Ontario, October 31st, 2023 – EventConnect has appointed Sarah Dyer as Chief Operating Officer (COO). The selection is aimed at driving rapid growth and streamlining operations within the organization. Sarah, an experienced executive in the hospitality industry, focuses on operational…
Serese Selanders' entrepreneurial aspirations reached a “turning point” in 2015 when she crossed paths with Communitech. The CEO and founder of SolusGuard began her entrepreneurial journey a year earlier with her Saskatoon-based startup, ORA, which made wearable personal alert devices…
News ReleaseFor Immediate Release June 14, 2023 Guelph, Ontario Today, 21 companies received non-repayable contributions of $630,000 from Innovation Guelph, through Cohort 2 of the Government of Canada-supported i.d.e.a Fund. The i.d.e.a. Fund is a southern Ontario-focused initiative that was…
originally published: 2023-10-31 11:49:09 Altitude Incubator alum, Brickeye (formerly AOMS Technologies) has announced the successful completion of an investment round which saw the construction tech innovator secure $10 million CAD in funding. This mammoth investment reaffirms the company’s mission to…
originally published: 2023-10-31 16:47:18 We are proud to welcome this Fall’s cohort of tech startup talent to the Altitude Accelerator Investor Readiness program 2023! Click on the tiles below to learn more about the respective companies! The post Welcome to…
The world’s first conversation AI tool to help people diagnosed with breast cancer was launched at Catalyst Commons on Oct. 26. AskEllyn.ai uses generative artificial intelligence to help people get answers to their questions about breast cancer diagnosis and treatment.…
originally published: 2023-10-30 16:21:31 We are proud to welcome this Fall’s cohort of tech startup talent to the Altitude Accelerator Incubator program 2023! Click on the tiles below to learn more about the respective companies! The post Welcome to our…
As one of the Fastest Growing Tech Markets in North America, London has seen astonishing development in tech and innovation in the past few years. This achievement is supported by the significant talent that comes into this city through our…
The adoption of automation and digitization into our day-to-day lives isn’t always easy. For some, it’s a matter of the unknown, like your grandma who is eagerly learning to flip the camera on Facetime. For others, it’s years of historically…
Montreal, Quebec (October 30, 2023) – BDC today announced an additional $50-million injection into its Seed Venture Fund, dedicated to supporting emerging Canadian startups with the funding they need to bring their vision to life, to help them scale and…
WINDSOR, ON (October 23, 2023) – WETechAlliance, in collaboration with its partners, is excited to announce the highly anticipated second annual Women Driven Mobility YQG Breakfast. This dynamic event will take place on November 1 at Caesars Windsor and promises to…
Stratosphere.io CEO Braden Dennis and Haltech CEO Shann McGrail at Hi5 2022 From the spark of innovation to the flame of success, Hi5 Pitch Competition winners are illuminating our region. Last year’s Hi5 Pitch Competition was a testament to the…
Stratosphere.io CEO Braden Dennis and Haltech CEO Shann McGrail at Hi5 2022 From the spark of innovation to the flame of success, Hi5 Pitch Competition winners are illuminating our region. Last year’s Hi5 Pitch Competition was a testament to the…
originally published: 2023-10-30 16:45:56 The post Welcome to our Investor Readiness Cohort Fall 2023! appeared first on Altitude Accelerator. Original Article on Altitude Accelerator
WINDSOR, ON (October 26, 2023) – WETechAlliance, a Regional Innovation Centre serving the Windsor-Essex and Chatham-Kent regions, is excited to announce its partnership with Workforce WindsorEssex to enhance its tech job board. This collaboration aims to provide job seekers with a one-stop destination…
Three key challenges to the widespread use of EVs — and ideas for overcoming them. Canada has potential to be an electric vehicle powerhouse. With a domestic battery supply chain in the works, $1.7 billion in consumer purchase incentives and…
The worst fears didn’t come to pass and stability has returned, but the funding landscape has been changed. When Silicon Valley Bank imploded last March, it seemed like confirmation the tech boom had run its course. There are few clearer…
Oct 25, 2023 After enjoying the warmth of the fall for a long time, you must be surprised to feel a bit of chilling wind gusts every now and then! Well, because it’s almost November. Nevertheless, you can still enjoy…
RainStick, a Canadian water-sustainability shower system, has been named one of the Best Inventions of 2023 by TIME. RainStick Shower, which makes the RainStick, describes its flagship product as a WiFi-enabled circular shower system that can reduce water and energy…
As the region prepares for the Emerging Technologies in Automation Conference & Trade Show, WETechAlliance-supported companies are set to participate in the second annual Startup Zone. This event takes place in Windsor on November 2 and will unite global leaders…
Grab your popcorn! Windsor’s annual Windsor International Film Festival, AKA ‘WIFF’, has returned for 2023! Over the course of 11 days, starting Thursday, October 26 to Sunday, November 5, the upcoming festival is scheduled to present an astounding 185 feature films…
originally published: 2023-10-25 12:41:21 Robert Simon Sure. So Now Vertical is a vertical intelligence software and services company, and the fundamental mission is to help a variety of different companies unlock the value that they have hidden inside their data, their…
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