Despite what you might think, being a landlord takes work. It’s not just sitting back and collecting rent. Being a landlord involves several moving parts like timely repairs and maintenance, operational costs, finding (and retaining) good tenants, and dealing with…
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From telehealth to banking services to educational apps, there are opportunities with companies working in a wide range of sectors across the Canadian tech ecosystem. Breathe Biomedical What it does: Based in Moncton, N.B., Breathe Biomedical (formerly Picomole) creates…
Canadian companies are leading the way in addressing universally shared challenges with their innovative and cutting-edge technologies and products, pushing boundaries across the globe for a better future. Curated by ventureLAB, we are proud to present 3 companies to watch in…
Wow! The new year kicked off with big news. First, Waterloo-based Magnet Forensics (TSX: MAGT) agreed to be acquired by U.S. private-equity giant Thoma Bravo in a deal valued at CDN$1.8 billion – the biggest exit in Waterloo Region tech…
WATERLOO, Ontario - Feb. 3, 2023 – Planitar Inc. is proud to announce the launch of a new service, iGUIDE Preview. Powered by computer vision and deep learning AI models, Planitar customers will now receive access to iGUIDE 3D tour…
originally published: 2023-02-02 21:32:57 It was a pleasure to hear directly from current Altitude clients Tauseef Riaz, co-founder and director of ConsidraCare, who shared: “Altitude’s Investor Readiness Program was a fantastic experience that reduced our learning curve significantly. We are grateful…
WATERLOO, Ontario, Jan. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – 2023 represents a year of great opportunity as VueReal builds off of the momentum gained from 2022. VueReal remains focused on its vision of enabling new, innovative and enriching products through a sustainable…
Posted in News, Press Releases Jan 31, 2023 Le gouvernement du Canada et des partenaires du secteur injectent plus de 6,6 M$ pour stimuler la mise au point de solutions de prochaine génération, ainsi que les exportations et l’emploi Ottawa, le…
Original Article on Northwestern Ontario Innovation Centre Are you a small business owner looking for a professional space to work with your team or meet with clients? The Landing meeting rooms are designed as fully equipped workspaces to help entrepreneurs…
The biggest deal in Waterloo Region tech history closed this week as OpenText finalized the US$5.8-billion acquisition of British SaaS company Micro Focus International. The merger of the two companies – which had combined revenue of about US$6 billion in…
As business booms across the Windsor-Essex County region, the Windsor Essex Capital Angel Network (WECAN) is working behind the scenes to build a healthy entrepreneurial framework for local start-up businesses to grow and succeed in. With the help of WECAN’s…
Posted in News, Press Releases Jan 31, 2023 The Government of Canada and Industry Partners Contribute $6.6+ Million to Fuel Next-Gen Smart Mobility Solutions, Exports and Jobs Ottawa, Ontario – January 31, 2023: Area X.O, the R&D complex for next-generation…
“Part of the path to success is to learn from mistakes, so to move forward you have to take risks,” says Enel’s Silvia Mendez Cubero. “We see innovation as an opportunity to evolve.” “Innovate or die.” In business, the famous…
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Posted in News, Press Releases Jan 31, 2023 Ottawa, ON – January 31, 2023: Set in the heart of Canada’s Capital, Ottawa’s innovation, tech and business ecosystem today celebrated the 10-year anniversary of Invest Ottawa, lead economic development agency for…
Startup exit stories can sometimes sound like winning the lottery. Depending on how shares are structured, founders can find themselves with the capital and time to pursue their passions – whether that’s another startup or a house in the country. …
Posted in News, Press Releases Jan 31, 2023 Ottawa (Ontario) – 31 janvier 2021 : L’écosystème d’innovation, de technologie et d’affaires d’Ottawa s’est réuni aujourd’hui au cœur de la capitale canadienne pour célébrer le dixième anniversaire d’Investir Ottawa, la principale agence de développement…
Vic Fedeli got some hands-on experience with innovative transportation today as he glided through the Communitech Hub on a bright-yellow electric scooter. “This is cool!” said the provincial Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade as he brought the…
The Bank of Canada may have hit pause on rate rises for now, but there are still perils ahead for the financially unwary. From inflation to interest rate hikes, a convergence of financial challenges has made it much harder for…
ventureLAB’s Capital Investment Program hosted an engaging and impactful International Demo Day on January 26th. This International Demo Day provided an opportunity for Canadian Startups to pitch transformational products and services to U.S. based angels and seed stage investors. 7…
originally published: 2022-11-19 18:22:44 More than 10 years ago, Twitter brought users in by allowing them to “microblog” and build micro communities. But the problem is: Using the platform is like renting a space in another’s world, and you have…
Black History Month returns with panel discussions, conferences and talks that explore the wide ranging impacts Black people have had on Canada and the world. Connect with Black leaders making a difference Sheridan Alumni, Sheridan Student Union and the…
Devices that look for warning signs in body heat or the breath could make screening more accessible — and catch cancers when they’re still curable. After his godmother and his business partner’s mother both died of breast cancer, Rubens Fernando…
Each February, it’s important for organizations and people with a voice to speak for those who experience a lack of equity and systemic barriers in the Black entrepreneur community. While it’s important to acknowledge the many brilliant people who identify…
A trained opera singer with an accomplished business background and a professor of chemistry, renowned globally for his research and expertise, may not appear to have anything in common. Yet a shared passion for innovation, a desire to make a…
originally published: 2022-12-07 15:33:14 [showhide type=”transcription” more_text=”Show Transcription” less_text=”Hide Transcription”]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…
originally published: 2022-12-12 13:34:23 [showhide type=”transcription” more_text=”Show Transcription” less_text=”Hide Transcription”]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,…
MEDIA RELEASE via Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce WINDSOR, ON, January 26, 2023 – The Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce today announced details of its signature event, the Business Excellence Awards, presented by Windsor Star. ‘The Premier Business Event of…
originally published: 2023-01-03 10:38:25 Tasdid is currently finishing his Master of Management of Innovation program at the University of Toronto Mississauga. The program exposes students to a wide array of topics to help them succeed in the world of innovation.…
ventureLAB is proud to present our 5th cohort of Hardware Catalyst Initiative, a competitive program dedicated to supporting the development of hardware and semiconductor-focused products and services to enable and equip Canadian hardware companies to grow, scale, and develop products…
Haltech Regional Innovation Centre is proud to partner with StrikeUP Canada as they return on Thursday March 2 with the StrikeUP 2023 FREE digital conference for women entrepreneurs. StrikeUP provides an opportunity to learn from globally-renowned Canadian women leaders who share a…
originally published: 2023-01-27 00:18:07 There was never a moment that I ever imagined a future in which I would NOT be in charge of my own destiny as an entrepreneur. Even as a kid growing up in a classic suburban…
MEDIA RELEASE via TELUS Communications Inc WINDSOR, ON, January 25, 2023 – The University of Windsor (UWindsor) and TELUS today announced the launch of a 5G connected campus and commercial lab to support advanced research with 5G technology and establish…
originally published: 2023-01-09 08:07:22 The goals of the DMAP stream include promoting digital literacy and speeding up the digital adoption process for SMEs. The DMAP stream is geared towards supporting SMEs in gaining a greater understanding of their company’s technological…
I’ll be honest, it’s kind of hard to think of topics and perspectives to write about that aren’t layoffs. Perhaps I’ll tackle that again at some point, because man, have some companies levelled up on ways to do that badly.…
This media release was originally published by SWTCH Energy on Business Wire, on January 23, 2023. SWTCH Energy, an electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions provider for multi-tenant properties across North America, today announced its partnership with Bectrol, a Québec-based integrator…
You know the saying ‘if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it’? Most would agree that this is sound advice. Yet startup Mesomat, ignored that age-old wisdom, and it appears to be paying off. Not many young companies would abandon early…
Original Article on Northwestern Ontario Innovation Centre If you are a northwestern Ontario business or non-profit looking to hire for an innovative project this summer, you may qualify for Youth Effect. Visit the link for more details https://nwoinnovation.ca/youtheffect What…
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