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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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, 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.…
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?’”…
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,…
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…
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…
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 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…
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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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…
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…
“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, 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)…
On March 29, women entrepreneurs, founders from ventureLAB’s Tech Undivided initiative and senior leaders in the hardware and semiconductor industry came together from across the province to celebrate and recognize women in the tech sector. Tech Undivided is an initiative…
Livestock Water Recycling has developed a way to transform animal waste into valuable fertilizers and renewable natural gas. The venture worked with the Momentum program to accelerate its plans for growth. It started with pigs. Or, more accurately, the “manure…
Posted in Blog, Thrive in Ottawa Mar 29, 2023 With April’s arrival, everything around the city starts to transform. Trees start to bloom, and the snow starts to melt as warmer weather takes over, setting up for the much-welcomed warmer…
Innovators love disruption, and the past three years of the pandemic have been nothing if not disruptive. They’ve also been a wakeup call for the health-care system, letting key players know that the old way of doing things is no…
By: Randy Gaudreau | Mar 29, 2023 With people discovering (and rediscovering) their love for video games as they isolated and distanced at home, growth for the game development industry has recently skyrocketed to the next level. At the start…
Why is diversity, equity and inclusion so important in technology and innovation anyway? Find out as we take you through the importance of DEI in tech and innovation. Contents: Introduction The Benefits of DEI in Technology and Innovation Current Challenges…
We have perfected the art + science of matching people! Mentoring is all about making the right match. At Pollinate we have perfected the art of strategically matching individuals for productive mentoring experiences. Founded in 2008, Pollinate Networks Inc. specializes…
Windsor, ON (March 27, 2023) – Building on the momentum of the inaugural i.d.e.a. Fund cohort, applications for Cohort 2 are now open; paving the way for a new group of forward-thinking companies looking to commercialize innovative technologies that will…
Building on the momentum of the inaugural i.d.e.a. Fund cohort, applications for Cohort 2 are now open;paving the way for a new group of forward-thinking companies looking to commercialize innovative technologies that will help continue Canada’s transition to a green…
Waterloo-based VueReal has received a combined $10.5 million from the federal and provincial governments to scale its cleantech approach to micro- and nano-display fabrication and printing technology. The money is part of an overall $40 million that VueReal plans to…
HAMILTON, ON — Building on the momentum of the inaugural i.d.e.a. Fund cohort, applications for Cohort 2 are now open; paving the way for a new group of forward-thinking companies looking to commercialize innovative technologies that will help continue Canada’s…
Ecopia was the first to map every building in the United States. Now governments are turning to this Toronto company to help prepare their cities for climate change. When the image first appears, it is as puzzling as it is…
March 27, 2023 Burlington, Ontario Building on the momentum of the inaugural i.d.e.a. Fund cohort, applications for Cohort 2 are now open; paving the way for a new group of forward-thinking companies looking to commercialize innovative technologies that will help…
originally published: 2023-03-23 11:35:40 1. Attend a FREE Information Session*:Attending a virtual information session is a recommended first step in learning about the program, the eligibility criteria, program requirements, application process, and to have your questions answered.2. Check your Eligibility:Ready to…
If you’ve done business in another country, or sometimes even within the same country, there’s a good chance you’ve dealt with the need for translation and localization. Especially if you’re involved with sales or marketing materials, documentation, websites and those…
originally published: 2023-03-23 12:10:19 Innovative Solutions Canada is seeking pre-commercial innovative prototypes in the following fields:Canadian Arctic and the NorthDigitization and CybersecurityMilitary Eligible innovators can receive up to $2.3M to have their prototypes tested in real-life settings. Apply today, calls close…
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