Kitchener-based Nicoya Lifesciences, which uses AI and nanotechnology to make analytical tools for medical researchers, has raised an additional CDN$20 million through an extension of its Series A round. The new investment adds to the CDN$10 million announced in January…
Patrick McGuire 0:00 Hey, it’s Patrick. Before we start, at the time of this recording, we went through a bit of a name rebranding from RIC Centre to Altitude Accelerator. With that in mind, we hope you enjoy the following interview. Welcome to…
ORIGINAL POST, newswise.com, December 10, 2021 McMaster spinout company earns key international grant Newswise — HAMILTON, ON, Canada – A new company spawned by McMaster University innovation in the arena of vaccine manufacturing has received a grant from the Bill…
So, you’re in charge of sending newsletters and other communications to your customers through the online marketing tool of your choice. But have you thought about the tried and true methods to increase your click rate and ultimately generate more…
Following the launch of the second London Innovation Challenge, TechAlliance, alongside a cross-sector adjudication panel of local industry leaders, have selected In the ClearZone, SizeWize and Labourly as the winners of the second Challenge. These three organizations each bring a…
The first workshop of a four-part series on Mental Resilience for Entrepreneurs on November 19 discussed stress and burnout with a focus on how to recognize it and support yourself and your team. Karen Lai, CEO of KPM Power, shared her…
Altitude Accelerator’s core focus is around supporting startups and helping them scale to new heights. In our brand new podcast, Startups Transformed, we will be featuring entrepreneurial startups and profiling champions for the next generation of entrepreneurs. We will also…
Posted in News, Press Releases Dec 14, 2021 December 14, 2021 – Ottawa, ON – Invest Ottawa is thrilled to announce the graduation of Fellow from the IO Accelerator program. The flagship Invest Ottawa program for entrepreneurs is designed to…
5 Tips for Building a Better Website Are you scratching your head wondering why your website isn’t accomplishing what you want it to? Do you find that your website is getting traffic, but isn’t doing its job when converting leads…
WATERLOO, ONT., Dec. 14, 2021 — Dejero EnGo mobile transmitters and the Dejero GateWay network aggregation solution played a crucial role in the connectivity infrastructure behind the live stream of Amazon Prime’s launch event for its new Italian fantasy series The Wheel…
TechAlliance of Southwestern Ontario and Fanshawe College Corporate Training Solutions partnered to deliver a first-ever founder-focused experience supporting 60 Black, Indigenous, People of Colour (BIPOC), and Women entrepreneurs to gain knowledge required to develop their business during disruptive times alongside…
At Libro Credit Union, we’ve always known that working together is the best way to help everyone thrive. That’s never been more important than now, in times of rapid change. I’ve been using the phrase “forward together” a lot lately,…
INNOVATION GUELPH ANNOUNCMENT – NEW CEO GUELPH, ON December 7, 2021– The Innovation Guelph Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Alison Crumblehulme as incoming CEO, effective January 10, 2022. Alison has spent most of her 20+…
Patrick McGuire Hey, it’s Patrick. Before we start, at the time of this recording, we went through a bit of a name rebranding from RIC Centre to Altitude Accelerator. With that in mind, we hope you enjoy the following interview. Welcome…
KITCHENER, ONTARIO, CANADA, Nov. 23, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ApplyBoard, the edtech platform revolutionizing the international student journey, launched their first annual trends report on the future of international education. To help shape recruitment plans and improve global access to…
While there are numerous methods for conducting market research, the majority of companies employ one or more of the following five: surveys, focus groups, personal interviews, observation, and field trials. Which tactics you use for your organization will be determined…
A husband-and-wife duo from Sudbury, Ontario made the big move to London to follow their passions in the entertainment, videography, and photography world. Along the way, they built a London-based business that is now helping other entrepreneurs create content in the digital world.…
MEDIA RELEASE via Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade MARKHAM, ON., December 2, 2021 – The Ontario government has launched a flagship program to drive innovation and investment across Ontario’s electric, connected and autonomous vehicle sector. Its $56.4…
Brandon Moffatt, vice president, development at StormFisher – a renewable gas infrastructure developer and operator – said the company focuses primarily on converting food waste to renewable natural gas (RNG) with their facilities in London and Drumbo, Ontario. “We are…
Altitude Accelerator made three big announcements at our rebrand event in Brampton on October 7th, 2021, including Altitude Accelerator’s new Investor Readiness Program, a partnership with Preference Capital and an additional partnership with Algoma University’s School of Business and Economics.…
Posted in Blog, Ottawa Business Excellence Dec 9, 2021 608 words | 2 mins Field Effect has ambitious plans to become the best cybersecurity company in the world, with a mission of making powerful security accessible to giants and startups…
Launch Lab client Mirmil receives $2.6M in funding from Ontario Government to promote the forest sector The Ontario government is investing more than $2.6 million in Mirmil Products Limited to help promote the forest sector and support economic growth and…
You are here: Home / Blog / Blockchain for Startups: ValidCert, CBCSCA November 9, 2021altaccelerator What is "blockchain"? “A blockchain is a growing list of records, called blocks, that are linked together using cryptography.” Blockchain was developed in 2011 to…
You are here: Home / Blog / Marketing to Gen Z: What You Need to Know to Reach the Digital Generation November 9, 2021altaccelerator One of the top questions people ask when it comes to marketing their startup is “how…
ORIGINAL ARTICLE, foundersbeta.com, 2021 We are beyond thrilled to bring you part II of Toronto’s hottest startups. In part I series, we covered some incredible startups in a wide range of industries and stages. In part II, we continue to cover…
ORIGINAL ARTICLE, foundersbeta.com, 2021 Toronto has became one of the top destinations in the world to build a startup. It is a diverse, peaceful, and stable place to start a startup. Many tech giants have their head quarters in Toronto…
ORIGINAL ARTICLE, businesswire.com, November 8, 2021 Gatik’s removal of the safety driver on its daily operations signifies a historic milestone in commercializing autonomous delivery safely and at scale in B2B short-haul logistics sector. MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., & BENTONVILLE, Ark.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Gatik and Walmart…
You are here: Home / Blog / How E-Commerce Companies Can Stay Ahead of the Competition November 9, 2021altaccelerator There has been a surge in the number of e-commerce companies that have popped up in the last ten years. The…
ORIGINAL ARTICLE, disruptorsmagazine.com, 2021 Primarily male-dominated entrepreneurial ground has seen some of the most incredible innovations when women have set their foot into the industry. Today, their entrepreneurial ideas have been evolving various business domains in no time and, their…
We all want a physician that has exceptional medical skills and education, but we also want to be in the care of someone who embodies empathy and kindness. This is where Altus Assessments steps in with their program management and…
ORIGINAL ARTICLE, marsdd.com, November 10, 2021 Women have long been excluded from medical research, but things are starting to change. For years, Western medical research excluded women because of cyclical hormones and pregnancy. As a result, many of today’s common…
LSO is a member-funded, not-for-profit organization advancing Ontario’s life sciences through advocacy and policy work, educational and networking events, and support services for the life sciences sector. Innovation Factory is especially proud of the companies that have been listed in…
Are you ready to start or grow your innovation-based business? Starting and growing a company can be overwhelming. Where do you start? How do you avoid making major mistakes that cost time and money? How do you make sure you’re…
On November 25th, 2021, Haltech Regional Innovation Centre hosted its 5th year of the Hi5 Pitching Competition. Returning to the Remo show floor for the third time since all events went virtual, the competition showcased 5-high potential Haltech clients who pitched their business to…
Sudbury, ON. - NORCAT, a global leader in the development and provision of skilled labour training and development services, is honoured and proud to announce its Vale VR training tool has been named the winner in the VR Education and…
The Sudbury Catalyst Fund (SCF), a seed capital venture fund based in the City of Greater Sudbury, is pleased to announce the closing of a $220,000 investment in REPerformance. This emerging Sudbury-based start-up has deployed an all-in-one physical education management…
NORCAT, a global leader in the development of skilled labour training and occupational health and safety (OHS) management, and AuditSoft, a software company specializing in the development and delivery of technology-based OHS program development, management and audit solutions, are excited…
Building on the success of the Southwestern Ontario Power Panel Program, piloted from November – March 2021, the CAN/U.S. Canada Power Panel program aims to expand mentorship and strategic connection opportunities for women-owned technology and innovation companies in Southwestern Ontario. Participating companies will…
When industry encounters a challenge, Brock University has the solution. Located in the heart of Niagara, we’re passionate about our partnerships. The knowledge, innovation and skills we each bring to the table transforms the world around us. One of Niagara’s…
Mark Sherry wants to keep as many shopping dollars in the local community as he can. He believes One Red Maple can do that. It’s an extension that works with Google Chrome, and while it’s in the beta stage right…
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