TORONTO, June 22, 2023 – Today, the Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI), in partnership with the Ministry of Health, announced the Innovating Digital Health Solutions (IDHS) program to encourage applications from Ontario Health Teams (OHTs) and other health service providers…
New technologies are changing what cars are and what they can do. Wood-laminate floors are an unusual style choice in a car. But peer through one of the futuristically backwards-opening doors on Project Arrow, the first all-Canadian zero-emissions concept vehicle,…
“Business valuation has historically been static or event driven — but with the volume of data that a business creates, it has the ability to be interactive and ongoing and can provide a closer look for business owners. Business owners…
When you think of a business owner, what comes to mind? Someone in a suit and tie, perhaps carrying a briefcase? An executive typing away on a laptop in a high-rise building? In Essex County, many of our local entrepreneurs…
Instead of using petroleum — “one of the most valuable resources we have on the planet” — co-founders Myra Arshad and Avneet Ghotra turned to food waste. You could say textiles are in Myra Arshad’s blood — several members of…
There are many considerations for finding the right facility for your business, especially in sectors like manufacturing. Rafael Roberto, Broker of Record, President, Coldwell Banker (one of Spark Centre’s Elite Partners) lays out his top tips for entrepreneurs looking to lease facilities for their…
Despite the current market’s retrofit electrified hardware, conventional urban mobility products still have a long way to go to meet urban needs. Today’s communities need innovative and expandable hardware that opens more opportunities for safer, cleaner, smarter transportation methods.Enter Intelligent Motion…
Using your smartwatch or smartphone to capture your motion isn’t just for fitness anymore. An innovative startup in Oshawa, Ontario, has created a unique way to validate a person’s ID using gait motion.Lambda Sense (or LDS for short) has developed non-intrusive,…
Some consider sales an art, a symphony if you will, in which technology and networking harmonize to generate leads. If that rings true, Rick McCutcheon — founder of PartnerTalks and Full Contact Selling (and Spark Centre Advisor) — could be considered a maestro. With 25 years…
Julie Angus interprets the phrase “a sea of information” more literally than most. As a former expeditioner (she was the first woman to row across the Atlantic), as well as CEO and cofounder of robot boat company Open Ocean Robotics,…
StrongBó Agritech, a Dublin-based agricultural technology company, has successfully secured €750K in Seed funding to accelerate the commercialization of its innovative hardware-enabled software solution. The funding round was led by Gallagher, a prominent investor in the agriculture sector, and received support…
Avinash Persaud, ventureLAB's VP of the Hardware Catalyst Initiative shares his key takeaways after attending the annual US-Mexico-Canada Free Trade Commission Meeting in Cancun, Mexico last week.Last week, I had the privilege of joining Raquel Buenrostro Sánchez, Secretary of Economy,…
Sampler, which matches large packaged-goods firms with consumers seeking samples by mail, has acquired fellow Toronto tech startup AdMass. AdMass helps brands and their agencies create data-driven, user-generated content (UGC) promotions. Founded in April 2020 by CEO Yuri Kaplan and…
MONTREAL – Koble, a made-in-Canada digital health and well-being platform that supports families through planning, pregnancy, postpartum, and return-to-work following parental leave, has announced a partnership with Dialogue Health Technologies Inc., one of Canada’s premier virtual care and wellness platforms.…
When one thinks of golf courses, the last thing that comes to mind is robots. But right here in Ontario, one robot has overtaken the golf industry. That robot is the Pik’r. Original Article on Spark Centre
We all have personal preferences when it comes to showering. From what time of day works best to scalding hot versus cold to whether you shave before or after. Whatever your preferences, showers are a daily part of life for…
Fostering a Vibrant Tech Community: Actively engaging and supporting the regional tech community is paramount. By facilitating and participating in tech meetups, conferences, hackathons, and similar events, we can forge connections with tech professionals and entrepreneurs, foster knowledge sharing, and…
ventureLAB is thrilled to announce the launch of its highly anticipated 6th cohort of the Hardware Catalyst Initiative. This competitive program is dedicated to accelerating the development of hardware and semiconductor-focused products and services, equipping Canadian hardware companies with the…
Kitchener, ON, July 11, 2023 — The Technology Councils of North America (TECNA) and Canada’s Tech Network (CTN) today released “Tech Workforce Trends: The Migration of Tech Workers and Tech Jobs Since The Pandemic,” a new report exploring globalization and…
TORONTO & LAUSANNE, Switzerland & NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Altis Labs, Inc. (“Altis”), the computational imaging company accelerating clinical trials with artificial intelligence, today announces the closing of its US $6 million seed financing. Benchstrength and Debiopharm Innovation Fund co-led the round…
HAMILTON, ON, July 11, 2023 – The inaugural Founders Fast Track program by Innovation Factory, has culminated in the selection of its top 10 finalists. These entrepreneurs, now equipped with refined business plans and pitches, will advance to the highly-anticipated…
With $125,000 in funding, advertising and technology, TELUS #StandWithOwners supports community businesses, such as the Leftovers Foundation, to make an even bigger impact. Small and medium-sized businesses are the bedrock of Canada’s economy. Nearly two-thirds of workers in Canada —…
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Through ScaleUP(& out), five (5) Companies will receive an opportunity to pitch for a capital prize of $20,000 in front of regional investors for their market expansion plan. The program provides 4-months of intensive growth coaching, expert insights, and strategic…
Jul 10, 2023 Bootcamp Founded in Canada’s Capital Evolves to Help Fuel the Growth and Success of More Women Founders Across the Country Ottawa, Ontario – July 10, 2023: SheBoot, the investment-ready bootcamp that prepares women founders to pitch their…
originally published: 2023-07-07 07:48:59 AIO is creating the future of gaming with a social application connecting gamers through effortless and accurate matchmaking.It is a next-generation social network for gamers to connect. The platform is the ultimate hub for gamers to…
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…
originally published: 2023-07-07 08:19:41 Joining Altitude Accelerator Mobii selected the Brampton Innovation District for their expansion into North America and joined the Incubator program.“The Incubator program provided clarity in strategizing sales, public relations, and customer experience. On a tactical level, it…
MaRS partnership with Innovate UK continues with a new cohort of companies that are aiming to crack the North American market. It’s not uncommon for businesses to slow down operations in the summer. But across the pond, the leaders of…
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Jul 6, 2023 By: Avis Favaro Every tool used in healthcare today started with an idea. “How do I solve this problem? “How do we help this patient?” I’ve had the honour of meeting eight Canadian entrepreneurs and business leaders based…
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 Hardware Angel Network (HAN) at the York Region pavilion. The goal…
Original Article on Northwestern Ontario Innovation Centre Boost productivity, inspire creativity, and make a lasting impression with our flexible meeting room rentals. WHERE BUSINESS GROWS IN THUNDER BAY Designed for early-stage entrepreneurs, The Landing is your business' home to start…
originally published: 2023-07-05 19:06:41 Samie Husain That and your global experience. Do you agree with the article I just read? Should you build a team early or should founders just go and build as much as they can before they bring…
A: I started by learning as much as possible, through webinars, and talking to people in the field. It may seem like a small step but its a start, and as I learned more, I understand and came across other…
MaRS commissioned photographer Jenna Marie Wakani to photograph the thinkers, entrepreneurs and investors behind some of Canada’s most exciting companies. See the full Portraits of Innovation series. Matt Jamieson wants to create a better future for his people — and…
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originally published: 2023-06-30 14:04:22 As part of the Government of Canada’s Student Work Placement Program (SWPP), TECHNATION’s wage subsidy program, Career Ready supports businesses by financing their decision to hire a student for a work-term placement. This in turn creates…
Breakfasts are back! Communitech Breakfasts are back and just as popular as ever! The first breakfast event since the pandemic brought more than 80 members of the Waterloo Region tech community to the Communitech Hub on June 28 for a…
The new Skills Development Fund Capital Stream offers funding to eligible organizations to build new training centres, upgrade existing training centres or convert an existing building into a training centre. These centres will train people for emerging and in-demand jobs…
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