Earlier this month, ventureLAB had the pleasure of hosting a presentation and information session on FABrIC, a national initiative designed to accelerate semiconductor innovation in Canada. Launched by the Innovation, Science and Economic Development (ISED) Canada and CMC Microsystems, FABrIC…
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.
Aug 28, 2024 As summer wraps up, and as unbelievable as that is, we’re proud to share success stories from around the Invest Ottawa ecosystem in hopes of highlighting amazing entrepreneurship stories from a variety of sectors in the Ottawa…
Claudio Arenas, CEO of qScire, and Joaquin Figueroa, the company's CTO, co-founded qScire, a groundbreaking company focusing on developing technology in Resistance, an often-overlooked element in the semiconductor industry.With a background in Solid State Physics & Electrical Engineering, and years…
How to spot disruptive tech decades before the competition
- 27 August 2024
- by MaRS Discovery District
Venture capitalist Jason Blumberg shares his winning playbook for investing in cleantech solutions. To stay ahead of the market, venture capital investor Jason Blumberg looks where no one else is looking. He and his team at Earth Foundry, the Chicago-based…
With access to local news being negatively impacted by Meta’s new policy, preventing Canadian news outlets from sharing their content on Facebook and Instagram, we’ve rounded up some of the latest in local tech & innovation news that we want…
Spotlight on Harmony Meadows Alpaca: An Entrepreneurial Journey with Boundless Accelerator™
- 26 August 2024
- by Boundless Accelerator
Written by: Jennifer King At Boundless Accelerator™, we thrive on our clients’ stories, celebrating their journeys, successes, and the transformative impact our programs have on their businesses. One such inspiring story is that of Kristi Mercier and her business, Harmony…
Navigating life with confidence
- 26 August 2024
- by MaRS Discovery District
The post Navigating life with confidence appeared first on MaRS Discovery District. Original Article on MaRS
Blending technology and marketing for SME success
- 23 August 2024
- by TechAlliance
London, ON-based Pulp and Press, a wellness beverage venture offering organic cold-pressed juices, wellness shots and smoothies, had its humble beginnings in 2014, to now having its presence in major Canadian and US retail stores. Crossing the landmark of successfully…
KA Imaging and Kenyan Kids Foundation Canada partner to bring advanced medical imaging to remote regions of Kenya
- 22 August 2024
- by Innovation Factory
This press release was originally shared by KA Imaging on August 7, 2024. Read the original article here. Canadian X-ray manufacturer KA Imaging and the Canadian charity Kenyan Kids Foundation Canada (KKFC) are collaborating to bring advanced medical imaging technology to…
Bridging the gap to market with CITM Innovation Challenges
- 22 August 2024
- by Innovation Factory
How CITM’s Innovation Challenge helps bring solutions to market Innovators often struggle with securing pilots, partnerships and first customers, especially with established corporations. On the other hand, corporations face challenges in finding or developing innovative solutions to pressing industry problems.…
Resilio Climate Solutions creates predictive AI models to protect cities from climate damage
- 21 August 2024
- by Innovation Factory
This article was originally written by Andrea Lawson for McMaster University on July 11, 2024. Read the original article here. Canadian cities can use artificial intelligence to save millions while predicting and protecting themselves against climate change, say two McMaster…
Fibra raises $1.25M in pre-seed round to advance fertility tracking underwear
- 21 August 2024
- by Innovation Factory
This article was originally written by Femtech Insider on August 16, 2024. Read the original article here. Toronto-based startup Fibra has closed its oversubscribed pre-seed funding round, raising $1.25 million USD ($1.7 million CAD). This significant achievement marks a major step forward…
Mark Your Calendars for the 2024 HardTech Summit, November 6-7! Get Your Tickets Now!
- 21 August 2024
- by VentureLAB
Markham, ON- The HardTech Summit, in partnership with York Region, returns on November 6-7, 2024, as Canada’s premier event for innovation in Hardware, Semiconductors, MedTech, AI, and Automobility.The summit brings together global industry leaders, Canadian founders, investors, and innovators as…
FusionIQ and interVal announce strategic partnership to advance wealthtech solutions
- 21 August 2024
- by TechAlliance
WOBURN, Mass., Aug. 13, 2024 — FusionIQ, a leader in the delivery of cloud-based wealth management solutions with their all-in-one digital platform for financial advisors and institutions, today announced a mutual referral agreement with interVal, a leading provider of software…
OneChart secures new investment from Ripple Ventures to support expansion
- 21 August 2024
- by Innovation Factory
This article was originally written by Eileen Hoftyzer for McMaster University on July 31, 2024. Read the original article here. Software start-up company OneChart, led by alumni of McMaster University’s Residency @ The Clinic incubator program, has secured funding from venture capital firm Ripple…
Afynia Labs announces $2 million CAD to bring endometriosis test to market
- 21 August 2024
- by Innovation Factory
This article was originally written by Josh Scott for BetaKit on July 29, 2024. Read the original article here. Hamilton-based Afynia aims to improve the way endometriosis is diagnosed. Led by two former McMaster University research scientists with experience in…
CondoWorks Rebrands to LeapAP | TechAlliance of Southwestern Ontario
- 21 August 2024
- by TechAlliance
Toronto, ON – August 16, 2024 – CondoWorks, a leading provider of accounts payable automation solutions for the property and community management industries, is excited to announce an upcoming rebrand. Effective August 16, 2024, the company will be known as LeapAP. Over…
Scrubbing the sky: Sequestering CO2 using an unlikely material
- 20 August 2024
- by MaRS Discovery District
Gaia’s method of direct air capture requires far less energy than traditional systems. Its secret? Biomass. It’s one thing to study climate change — it’s quite another to take direct action to stop it. In 2019, while doing postdoctoral research…
Navigating Trust, Compliance, and Innovation with OneTrust CEO, Kabir Barday
- 20 August 2024
- by Altitude Accelerator
originally published: 2024-08-20 15:43:21 Hessie Jones Hi everyone. My name is Hessie Jones and welcome to Tech Uncensored. This is the third and final day at collision and I always say the third day we reserve for the best and…
Firehouse training and Decisolve join forces to transform firefighter training
- 20 August 2024
- by TechAlliance
Toronto, Ontario, Canada – August 15, 2024 – Firehouse Training, a leading provider of firefighter training and education services, and Decisolve, an innovative company specializing in AI-powered training solutions, are proud to announce a new strategic partnership. This collaboration will…
Bookkeeping: A Secret Weapon for Thriving Startups
- 19 August 2024
- by Altitude Accelerator
originally published: 2024-08-19 17:18:48 Finally, Gupta highlights essential annual filing requirements for businesses, stressing the importance of staying compliant with the CRA. Payroll remittances, including taxes deducted from employees’ pay checks, must be regularly submitted to the CRA. Additionally, businesses…
London, ON. August 15, 2024 – TechAlliance is proud to announce the appointment of Michael Schmalz, former President of Digital Extremes, as the new Chair of its Board of Directors, alongside the addition of esteemed new board members, Meaghan Daly,…
Community is key for immigrant entrepreneur success
- 16 August 2024
- by Communitech
Figuring out public transportation, opening a bank account or finding local places to eat and shop might seem like everyday tasks, but for someone moving to a new country, they can become major challenges. When you add starting a business…
Entrepreneurs in eastern Ontario and Georgian Bay to benefit from expanded business services
- 14 August 2024
- by Spark Centre
From: Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern OntarioNews releaseTwo organizations to expand offerings to support more than 600 entrepreneurs and bring new products to market June 25, 2024 – Oshawa, Ontario Entrepreneurs grow our economy through their ideas and innovations while bringing various experiences…
Aug 6, 2024 Are you ready to dive into the future of smart mobility? Look no further than GCXpo, the epic Canadian smart mobility demonstration day at Area X.O. With an exciting lineup of cutting-edge technologies and industry leaders, GCXpo…
With access to local news being negatively impacted by Meta’s new policy, preventing Canadian news outlets from sharing their content on Facebook and Instagram, we’ve rounded up some of the latest in local tech & innovation news that we want…
Blending technology and marketing for SME success
- 14 August 2024
- by TechAlliance
London, ON-based Pulp and Press, a wellness beverage venture offering organic cold-pressed juices, wellness shots and smoothies, had its humble beginnings in 2014, to now having its presence in major Canadian and US retail stores….(Read more). Written by TechAlliancePublished on August…
The growing need for wet lab space
- 14 August 2024
- by MaRS Discovery District
As one of the only third-party lab spaces in downtown Toronto, MaRS plays an important role for researchers taking their first steps outside of academic settings. Milica Radisic, founder of biotech company Quthero, was feeling the squeeze of Toronto’s tight…
Q+A: London musician creates AI tool to help write songs, lyrics
- 14 August 2024
- by TechAlliance
Western University music school graduate Jeff Lupker has developed an artificial intelligence tool, dubbed Staccato AI, that generates lyrics and melodies.…(Read more). Written by Beatriz BaleeiroPublished on August 5, 2024Originally published by The London Free Press Original Article on TechAlliance
The Power of Diversity: Building Inclusive Startups for a Global Market
- 14 August 2024
- by Boundless Accelerator
Written by: Jennifer King In today’s global market, the power of diversity in building inclusive startups is more critical than ever. For Canadian entrepreneurs, embracing diversity can lead to significant advantages in creativity, problem-solving, and overall business success. This blog…
NGen Launches 15 New Advanced Manufacturing Projects Valued at $59M
- 14 August 2024
- by WETechAlliance
NGen funding supports 31 companies in manufacturing and technology sectors across Canada HAMILTON, Ontario, Aug. 13, 2024 – NGen has announced funding for 15 new advanced manufacturing projects valued at $59M. The investments will support 31 companies in various manufacturing…
MedTech C-Suite Leadership Program – Altitude Accelerator
- 14 August 2024
- by Altitude Accelerator
originally published: 2024-08-14 14:51:06 Executive-level training is now available for Ontario med-tech scale-ups at Wilfrid Laurier University in conjunction with Medical Innovation Xchange (MIX). The program is fully funded, and applications are now being accepted.If you are interested, please reach…
Tech Companies Employees Love Working For: Invest Ottawa’s eNPS Winter Results
- 13 August 2024
- by Invest Ottawa
Aug 13, 2024 Creating a thriving workplace culture is a top priority for tech companies aiming to attract and retain top talent in today’s competitive market. One crucial metric for assessing employee satisfaction and loyalty is the Employee Net Promoter…
The next generation of wheelchairs
- 12 August 2024
- by MaRS Discovery District
The post The next generation of wheelchairs appeared first on MaRS Discovery District. Original Article on MaRS
During his visit to the Communitech Hub on Thursday, Member of Parliament Jasraj Singh Hallan drew attention to the need to develop and support the next generation of leaders in the tech sector to drive innovation and improve Canada’s economic…
Breaking into the Windsor-Essex Tech Scene: Your Guide to Getting TechConnected
- 8 August 2024
- by WETechAlliance
I remember nearing graduation from University and wondering what my next steps would be. I wished someone could give me a road map to what I “should” be doing next. I’ll tell you a secret…that doesn’t exist. I think that…
As summer temperatures soar, parking lots can easily become sizzling heat traps, absorbing and retaining heat that raises local temperatures to create urban heat islands. This makes these under-utilized areas prime real estate for the solar energy industry, which is…
Homecoming Highlights: Darrell Etherington Returns to Windsor with Insights on Tech, Talent, and Community
- 8 August 2024
- by WETechAlliance
In the fast-paced world of startups, connections are everything. At WETechAlliance, we know that the magic of innovation and growth happens when people collide. The second event in our Tech Connect Summer Socials: Downtown Edition series, “Tech Talk and…
This tech founder helps make work feel less like a chore
- 7 August 2024
- by MaRS Discovery District
Plum CEO Caitlin MacGregor helps match job candidates with roles where they’ll flourish. Imagine having a job you love so much that each morning, you jump out of bed excited to start your work day. While that experience may be…
Data Analytics for Tech Startups: Insights from Easework AI and MyCourier Inc
- 7 August 2024
- by Altitude Accelerator
originally published: 2024-08-06 16:59:11 MyCourier uses data analytics to streamline their delivery operations to optimize business processes. By analyzing traffic patterns, delivery times, and customer locations, they can optimize routes for efficiency, reducing fuel costs and delivery times. Through customer…