The future of automotive transportation rolled into the Communitech Hub this week with all the grace and style of an electric thoroughbred. The sleek-looking prototype – a zero-emission SUV cross – is the product of Project Arrow, a collaborative effort…
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.
How to tell if a “good deal” isn’t actually that great
- 18 April 2023
- by MaRS Discovery District
Alyssa Furtado, co-CEO of Ratehub.ca is on a mission to help Canadians find the best financial products and services. Sky-high grocery bills and housing costs combined with the spectre of a recession have many Canadians struggling to make ends meet.…
5 ways to ignite change in healthcare leadership
- 18 April 2023
- by MaRS Discovery District
The Canadian healthcare system is more strained than ever. Here, leaders in biotech and life sciences share what changes they’d like to see to build a more diverse and effective sector. At the leadership level in biotech and life sciences,…
Miovision raises $260 million – Communitech
- 18 April 2023
- by Communitech
Kitchener-based Miovision has raised CDN$260 million to help expand its urban traffic-management technology. The company also announced the acquisition of Global Traffic Technologies (GTT) of St. Paul, Minnesota, Miovision’s fourth acquisition since July 2021. “This investment will enable Miovision to…
In Revenue Capital joins Pitstop’s US$3.8-million seed round, led by Tech Square Ventures
- 17 April 2023
- by Communitech
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In Revenue Capital, the first operator-immersive capital firm focused on early-growth investing, together with Tech Square Ventures announces the closing of its joint US$3.8-million funding round for Pitstop, a fleet maintenance software that…
TOKYO and FUKUOKA, Japan, and CHATHAM-KENT, ON, April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ – Edanz Inc., a leading provider of author and researcher services for the global scientific community, today announced the acquisition of Scribendi, a renowned ISO 9001:2015-certified online editing and…
Ottawa’s Tech Talent and Quality of Life Attract European Global Leader Kolleno
- 14 April 2023
- by Invest Ottawa
DevOps Engineer DevOps are in high demand with these companies: Evidence Partners is changing the way researchers work. Its systematic literature review system, DistillerSR, helps deliver reviews up to 60% faster than spreadsheet-based processes. The SaaS company is exploding with growth, outgrowing its last…
AutoVerify Announces Keith Murray as New Chief Executive Officer After Impressive Career in Automotive
- 14 April 2023
- by TechAlliance
London, Ontario, April 13, 2023 – The AutoVerify team is proud to announce the appointment of Keith Murray as their new CEO.Keith joined AutoVerify in 2020 after an impressive 21-year career at Autodata Solutions, where he was instrumental in the company’s…
EnPowered reduces funding barriers for clean energy projects in partnership with David Energy
- 13 April 2023
- by Communitech
WATERLOO, CANADA – April 13, 2023 - EnPowered, the solution enhancement platform for the energy industry, announced today that David Energy is the first U.S. energy supplier to join their Accelerator Partner Program to facilitate on-bill financing for U.S. customers.…
Fusion Pharmaceuticals Announces IND Clearance For FPI-2068, A Jointly Developed Novel Targeted Alpha Therapy
- 13 April 2023
- by Innovation Factory
This press release was originally published by Fusion Pharmaceuticals on April 12, 2023. Read the original post here. FPI-2068 is a Bispecific Targeted Alpha Therapy (TAT) designed to Precisely Deliver Radiation to Tumor Cells HAMILTON, ON and BOSTON, April 12, 2023 /– Fusion…
Canada Catalyst: A Gateway to Canadian Markets for Hardware Entrepreneurs Webinar
- 13 April 2023
- by VentureLAB
Calling innovators and entrepreneurs from all over the globe developing hardware and embedded hardware solutions! ventureLAB invites you to join this virtual webinar to discover the latest trends and opportunities in the hardware industry in Canada and explore the possibility…
International Day of Pink: Standing up against bullying by embracing inclusive practices
- 13 April 2023
- by TechAlliance
Every second Wednesday of April is recognized as International Day of Pink, a world-wide anti-2SLGTBQAI+ bullying and anti-homophobia day to raise awareness, encourage bold and courageous conversations and stand up against regressive practices of discrimination, homophobia and transphobia. Recent studies by Canadian…
Workplace Accommodation Platform AccessResolve Wins Top Prize in Nationwide Startup Competition
- 12 April 2023
- by Innovation Factory
This post was orginally published by McMaster University on April 10, 2023. Founded by Electrical Engineering and MEng Design grad Areeb Khawaja, AccessResolve is streamlining disability accommodation requests into a simple, fast and compliant system for all parties. The new…
5 AI experts on how to think about ChatGPT
- 12 April 2023
- by MaRS Discovery District
This new generation of AI will change everything — but not as much as you might expect. ChatGPT has taken the world by storm. In just a few weeks, the application, which creates strikingly human-like content, has written a press…
TAMVOES Health – Empowering Individuals with Information for Better Wellness
- 12 April 2023
- by Innovation Factory
This article was originally published by Canada Venture on March 22, 2023. Read the original article here. In a world where information is king, access to vital information can be the difference between feeling in control and feeling lost. TAMVOES…
SWTCH Energy unveils SWTCH Control EV energy management solution
- 12 April 2023
- by Innovation Factory
This article was originally written by Nicholas Sokic for Sustainable Biz Canada on April 3, 2023. Read the original article here. SWTCH Energy Inc. has unveiled SWTCH Control, a software solution that dynamically adjusts the energy being used by electric vehicle…
Hyivy Health CEO on mission to make pelvic health rehab less painful
- 12 April 2023
- by Innovation Factory
This article was originally written by Flannery Dean for The Peterborough Examiner on March 30, 2023. Read the original article here. A cervical cancer diagnosis in her late 20s came out of nowhere for entrepreneur Rachel Bartholomew. But while her…
The second annual NWO Pitch IT event will see Entrepreneurs from the Northwestern Ontario Region Pitch their business ideas to a panel of Judges and Investors for the chance to win prizes starting at: 1ST PRIZE - $5000 | 2ND PRIZE - $3000 | 3RD PRIZE…
Tips on wholesaling from northern farmers
- 12 April 2023
- by SSMIC
When Mike Visser started producing veal 11 years ago, he was primarily selling his products from the farm, via home delivery, and at the Thunder Bay Country Market.But if he wanted greater longevity in the local meat market, Visser realized, he…
Interested in joining the Innovation Guelph Board?
- 11 April 2023
- by Boundless Accelerator
Join the IG Board of Directors, Today! We are seeking applications from individuals interested in volunteering on our Board of Directors. Our board members share in the fulfillment of the organization’s vision, shape strategy and contribute to the fulfillment of…
NuEnergy.ai has been accepted into a federal procurement program that allows Canadian government departments and Crown corporations to directly purchase the company’s artificial-intelligence governance software. “This is a big win for the entire NuEnergy team, and for all those concerned…
Canadian startups are perfecting techniques to bioprint human tissues
- 11 April 2023
- by MaRS Discovery District
Manufactured tissues could be used in scientific research and to treat diseases like type 1 diabetes. Karolina Valente was six years old and living in Rio de Janeiro when her mother was first diagnosed with breast cancer. Two decades later,…
With a background in multimedia, broadcasting, and film production, Nick Scott was looking to shift into the burgeoning tech sector in London, Ont., in 2022. He knew that software company LBMX Inc. had a great reputation and a small marketing…
Introducing Spark Centre’s Youngest Startup Yet!
- 11 April 2023
- by Spark Centre
There’s no age limit to innovation, and Chinedu Ndubuisi is proof of that. At just 18 years old, Ndubuisi is the founder of 5m Closer, a powerful software platform designed to help businesses streamline their sales and marketing processes while…
Siblings Day: Twin brothers revolutionizing dog food industry through R&D and expansion
- 10 April 2023
- by TechAlliance
If you call yourself a “dog person,” it’s about time you start calling yourself a “Kabo person.” Kabo is a venture with London, Ontario roots that has become a big contributor—and influencer—in the world of dedicated dog parenting. As such,…
M-Theory: The inconvenient truth about convenience
- 6 April 2023
- by Communitech
As we have previously discussed, you are the only one who will truly take care of you, career-wise. This goes for your tenure in a given role as much as it does over time as you move through jobs and…
IO Accelerator announces Trualta as its tenth graduate from the program
- 6 April 2023
- by Invest Ottawa
Posted in News, Press Releases Apr 5, 2023 April 4, 2023 – Ottawa, ON – Invest Ottawa is thrilled to announce its tenth graduate from the IO Accelerator, Trualta. The program, now in its fifth year, is designed to use a…
The Health Depot Pharmacy and the Alzheimer Society of Ontario partner to support people living with dementia
- 5 April 2023
- by TechAlliance
The Health Depot, a clinical pharmacy specializing in supporting the health and wellness needs of those who have been diagnosed with chronic conditions, is proud to announce that it is now a Connected Partner of the Alzheimer Society of Ontario.…
Accelerating Climate Action with Computer Science
- 5 April 2023
- by WETechAlliance
Eventually, Dr. Bassett says, he began to see a lot of the same pain points across the board. “One of the things that really struck me was, ‘How is there no specialized software to help on the data side specifically?’”…
Why Global Telecom Innovator Ciena Continues to Leverage Ottawa’s World-Class Tech Talent
- 5 April 2023
- by Invest Ottawa
Apr 5, 2023 As a key enabler of innovations that drive network connectivity and a global leader in optical connectivity, Ciena enables the transmission of greater volumes of data at faster speeds around the world. Through multiple investments and acquisitions,…
Nurturing founders – Communitech
- 5 April 2023
- by Communitech
As a varsity athlete, Janet Bannister learned the importance of nurturing health, well-being and personal development. Now, as a seasoned entrepreneur and VC, she applies the same approach to supporting new founders. “My analogy is, if you want an athlete…
How Ekidna is Revolutionizing the Cannabis Industry with Accessible Testing Devices
- 5 April 2023
- by VentureLAB
Starting out as a research project at the University of Ottawa, the original vision of Nic Boileau, the co-founder and CEO of Ekidna, was to create and develop electronic biosensors for medical diagnostics, with the aim to make medical diagnostics…
Top Tips For Maximizing SR&ED and Grant Funding For Your Business
- 4 April 2023
- by Spark Centre
RDP Associates Inc. is Canada’s leading SR&ED Tax Credit and Government Grant Consultancy (and one of Spark Centre’s Elite Partners!), dedicated to assisting startups with obtaining funding for innovation. Their experts advise and guide entrepreneurs on how to apply for…
ChargerQuest’s Ultra-FAST Electric Vehicle Charging Hub is Now Open in Tobermory
- 3 April 2023
- by TechAlliance
ChargerQuest has officially launched its Ultra-FAST EV charging hub in Tobermory, Ontario. Located in the beautiful North Bruce Peninsula, the site includes six (6) DC Fast Chargers – all available to a maximum of 120kW. The incredible charging hub is…
Tech Roundup for March 2023
- 2 April 2023
- by Communitech
Zippy ride March was a rollercoaster of a month – some exhilarating highs, a few hair-raising drops and just enough straightaways to catch your breath. Let’s start with the highs. Shareholders of Waterloo-based Magnet Forensics voted in favour of a…
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MaRS launches program to help Canadian ventures prepare for challenging market conditions
- 31 March 2023
- by MaRS Discovery District
The Growth Acceleration Program gives high-growth companies the tools to help them reach $20 million in revenue within two years. Innovators are facing incredibly tough market conditions: record inflation, an economic downturn, a competitive talent market and shrinking venture capital…
Haltech, Innovation Factory, & Movement51 Announce Partnership to Support Women Founders & Investors in Technology & Innovation
- 31 March 2023
- by Haltech
Burlington, ON – Business accelerators, Haltech, Innovation Factory, and Movement51 are thrilled to announce their strategic partnership, underscoring their commitment to supporting women founders and investors in the technology and innovation space. Women-led businesses face unique challenges that can make…
The Cloud-Based Company Changing The Way 3D Printing Is Done
- 31 March 2023
- by VentureLAB
“While working on 3D printers, I struggled a lot with conventional 3D printing setups,” Henry Zhou, the founder of MECH Solutions Ltd, tells ventureLAB. “I was tired of downloading the slicing software repeatedly, losing the 3D printing model files, and…
Windsor Hosts Eighth Annual FIRST Robotics Competition
- 30 March 2023
- by WETechAlliance
WINDSOR, ON (March 29, 2023) – FIRST Canada and Windsor-Essex FIRST are thrilled to announce the return of the Windsor Essex Great Lakes Event, showcasing innovation and excitement in the community once again. This year’s event will welcome thirty-two (32)…