The federal government has awarded $38 million to Communitech to help startups strengthen the development, understanding and protection of intellectual property (IP). The money is part of a $90-million investment over four years that the government is making through its…
With the manufacture and import of grocery bags and stir sticks now prohibited, local startups are coming up with novel Earth-friendly alternatives. Erthos makes its compostable plastic from agricultural by-products. Photo credit: Courtesy of Erthos Stroll down the aisles of…
Since the advent of plastic polymers in the 1800’s and through the industrial revolution the benefits and uses for this man-made substance have been prolific. Plastics have become part of our everyday life and the luxuries and advancements in technology…
At the Roadmap to Digital Transformation series kick-off, leaders in logistics shared their advice in navigating the ongoing supply chain disruptions. For business owners and consumers alike, the pandemic laid bare just how vital supply chains are to business. And…
Capital is universally difficult to raise, and this is compounded when founders face unconscious bias, barriers to equal opportunity, and historic under-representation. Equitable access to investments for underrepresented founders benefits all founders in our ecosystem. In recognition of this, ventureLAB’s Entrepreneurship…
As 2022 comes to a close, thoughts turn to the new year and all of its possibilities. For startups and entrepreneurs, there’s no time like the present to begin making new plans to ensure that 2023 is a successful year.…
Ottawa, ON Dec. 14, 2022 — In its pursuit to build trust through transparency and accountability, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) has awarded NuEnergy.ai a contract to continue testing their Machine Trust Platform (MTP) for a second consecutive year. …
2022 was another notable year of growth and success for innovative companies as they continued to disrupt new markets and make waves in the ever-changing tech world. With a few weeks left until the end of the year, we can’t…
More than 100 speakers shared the latest ideas and innovations to address the growing threat from climate change. Hot on the heels of COP27, this year’s MaRS Climate Impact brought together a diverse network of investors, experts and entrepreneurs to…
Ghada Nafie, winner of the new Mission from MaRS Climate Venture Diversity Award, has put diversity, equity and inclusion at the centre of her business. Ghada Nafie remembers the exact moment she witnessed the breakthrough her team needed to get…
WATERLOO, ONT., December 13, 2022 – eSentire, Inc., the authority in managed detection and response (MDR), today announced it has been named the first global MDR partner by Coalition, the world’s first active-insurance provider designed to prevent digital risk before it strikes. Like…
This morning, Ontario’s Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, Victor Fedeli, announced at ventureLAB, a $1 million investment by the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN) to establish an automotive-specific stream within its Hardware Catalyst Initiative (HCI). The funding…
This media release was originally published by the Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI) on December 13, 2022. Seven regional sites harness the automotive, manufacturing and mobility strengths, expertise and opportunities Ontario has to offer TORONTO, December 13 – Today the…
This post was originally published by Jillian Follert on DurhamRegion.com, December 8, 2022. Thanks to an Oshawa-based tech startup, people with disabilities could soon be able to operate their vehicle’s turn signals or wipers with facial gestures such as a…
originally published: 2022-12-12 13:34:23 Samie Husain (00:01)Good afternoon, everybody, and welcome back to Altitude Accelerator Tech Uncensored live on LinkedIn. I can’t believe another week has gone by so fast. Today. We’ve got a great, great panel for you and…
What do you get when you fuse robots, artificial intelligence and cutting-edge software? You get an innovative startup that’s advancing how municipalities serve their communities.Launched in 2019 and incorporated in 2020, Kevares Autonomous Services provides autonomous mobile robots combined with…
originally published: 2022-11-11 12:10:22 Hessie Jones (00:03)Hey everyone. It’s been a big newsweek and if you haven’t been paying attention, there has been some pretty major shake ups both in the startup world as well as the crypto world. We’ve…
originally published: 2022-11-18 15:04:10 Hessie Jones (00:03)Welcome to Friday, everyone. Elon Musk has been in the news from the first day that he acquired twitter back in October 28. You actually can’t buy that kind of press that this chief…
There’s an urgent need for Canada to begin a collaborative discussion around national security innovation, a roundtable meeting convened by Communitech heard this week. “Canada is no longer a serious nation when it comes to national security,” said recently retired…
A knight stands motionless before a brick wall. In his right hand, he brandishes a sword. His left he holds aloft, squeezed into a defiant fist. His features are obscured in shadows under a heavy helm. But his eyes gleam…
“Lymphedema seems to be a condition that doesn’t have a big voice,” she explains, noting the idea to pursue a career supporting Lymphedema patients came to her as she sought a way to honour the memory of her siblings. “Everything…
The new Mission from MaRS: Net Zero program aims to make it easier for communities to adopt climate solutions. This cohort has the potential to mitigate tonnes of greenhouse-gas-emissions. When it comes to tackling the climate crisis, the problem isn’t…
To many these days, Advent is less a preparation for the celebration of the birth of Christ than a bit of daily fun – increasingly for adults – and an opportunity to enjoy a morsel of chocolate, cheese, fancy jam,…
The holidays are around the corner. Whether you’re looking for something unique or practical, this shopping guide will help you create cherished memories, and you’ll be making an impact by supporting entrepreneurs in our region. Check out the list of…
originally published: 2022-12-07 15:33:14 Samie Husain (00:02)Good afternoon, everybody, and welcome back to Altitude Accelerators Tech uncensored live podcast stream through LinkedIn. My name is Sam Husain and I will be your host today. Today we’re going to talk about…
Athletes — and referees — are increasingly turning to technology in their quest for peak performance. The 2022 World Cup will be remembered for several reasons. It’s likely the last hurrah for superstars Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo and it’s…
Repeat sales, also known as repeat business or customer loyalty, refers to the phenomenon of customers making multiple purchases from the same business over time. In the context of an online business, repeat sales can be an important source of…
Launching a business comes with many hurdles, and finding the right location from which to operate can be just as important a foundation as planning financials, marketing and sales strategies. For entrepreneurs, finding a property that meets their location, budget…
Following the launch of the third London Innovation Challenge, TechAlliance of Southwestern Ontario, alongside an adjudication panel of local creative industry leaders, selected BIOSA Technologies and EXAR Studios as the winners of the Challenge. These two companies each bring a…
As we mark Global Entrepreneurship Week at McMaster, we are highlighting the innovative thinkers working to turn ideas into reality. Stay tuned to Daily News all week long as we share stories of McMaster community members whose entrepreneurial skills are making real-world…
Original Article by Karen Fischer, Business Insider, November 29, 2022 In May, southern Ontario was hit by the sixth costliest storm in Canadian history. Nearly a million utility customers lost power, and weeks later, some rural residents in the region…
Nov 22, 2022 Celebrating Smart Mobility Innovation and Collaboration that is Driving the Safe Adoption of Future Transportation Solutions as a Community Tuesday, November 22, 2022: Area X.O, the R&D complex for next-generation smart mobility, autonomy, and connectivity founded and…
Are you a technology company looking to scale internationally? Want to confidently enter new markets, reduce financial risks and grow your business? Click here to register The Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade is hosting a webinar with…
The story of Geenees starts with a baby shower that took place in 2017.“Hosting this event, I ended up getting the same gift four times,” Libi Berenson, the founder and CEO of the company, tells ventureLAB. “It caused a light…
KITCHENER, ONT., Dec. 6, 2022 – PEER Group, the largest supplier of innovative factory automation software products for the semiconductor industry, has announced the appointment of Linda Gregorio as the company’s new Director, People and Culture. With a professional career…
There are few things more panic-inducing than losing track of a beloved pet. It’s something Payal Singh, the co-founder and CEO of MapleWiz, knows all too well. Leo, her family’s pooch (who they rescued from a kill shelter in 2019), bolted…
More than 600 municipalities in Canada have declared a climate emergency. Many are now working to tackle the issue head on — together. The residents of Canmore, Alta., are all too familiar with the impacts of the climate crisis. In…
Bummer Let’s get it out of the way: November was a rough month for tech workers globally, and the Canadian and Waterloo Region communities felt the pain, too. While international behemoths like Twitter, Meta and Amazon were each laying off…
On Thursday, December 1st, five scaling companies across a diverse cross-section of regional sectors had the opportunity to make their pitch in front of a group of seasoned investors, industry experts, and celebrity judge, Vivian Kaye. The scaleups are part…
Benchmarking environmental impact with a long-term goal of helping companies with their waste reduction, Waste Solutions Canada has spent it’s 15 years in business innovating for impact on business and the environment. As a leading outsourced partner for waste and…
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