A Kelowna startup is taking a distinctly hands-on approach to building a local services marketplace—starting not with users, but with supply. bibidi, founded in the Okanagan, is developing a … READ MORE... about Kelowna’s bibidi Builds Marketplace From Supply First
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Rival Celebrates Strong Annual Growth as Technology Division Ramps Up
Rival Group this week revealed strong growth in 2025. The Vancouver-based market research innovator reported that annual revenue growth rose by more than 50%. The B.C. company assigns much of its success to an integrated business model which combines … READ MORE... about Rival Celebrates Strong Annual Growth as Technology Division Ramps Up
Kelowna’s bibidi Builds Marketplace From Supply First
A Kelowna startup is taking a distinctly hands-on approach to building a local services marketplace—starting not with users, but with supply. bibidi, founded in the Okanagan, is developing a platform that connects residents with nearby service providers, … READ MORE... about Kelowna’s bibidi Builds Marketplace From Supply First
Fate of Damon Motors in Question as Leadership Issues Persist
Damon's pivot is not going so well. Vancouver-based developer of electric motorbike technology Damon Motors struggled through several years of over-promising and under-delivering, with the company’s stock value shrinking rapidly since going public in … READ MORE... about Fate of Damon Motors in Question as Leadership Issues Persist
UBC Ventures Take Stage at Investor Showcase
Twelve ventures founded by University of British Columbia researchers and students will pitch to investors next month as part of Innovation UBC’s annual Investor Showcase. Set for April 14 at UBC Robson Square, the event highlights a new cohort of … READ MORE... about UBC Ventures Take Stage at Investor Showcase
Vancouver’s Juno Industries Targets Arctic Defence with Polar Nexus
Vancouver-based Juno Industries is expanding its footprint in defence technology with plans to develop a new autonomous platform purpose-built for extreme environments, starting with Canada’s Arctic. The company announced it is partnering with Critical … READ MORE... about Vancouver’s Juno Industries Targets Arctic Defence with Polar Nexus
Genome BC Reopens GAPP Funding for Biotech Firms
Genome Canada’s flagship commercialization program is back, offering British Columbia companies a new opportunity to advance genomics-driven innovation. The Genomic Applications Partnership Program (GAPP), delivered locally through Genome BC, supports … READ MORE... about Genome BC Reopens GAPP Funding for Biotech Firms
Snipp Secures Largest Contract Yet for AI-Powered Loyalty Intelligence Tech
Snipp Interactive announced this week that it has secured a US$3 million contract. The Vancouver-based software company, which offers loyalty programs and purchase validation technology, says the contract is the largest contract in Snipp's history. "This … READ MORE... about Snipp Secures Largest Contract Yet for AI-Powered Loyalty Intelligence Tech
pH7 Bolsters Critical Mineral Supply Chain with Vancouver Facility Expansion
Following substantial funding late last year, Vancouver's pH7 Technologies is expanding its operating metals processing facility in Vancouver to scale the recovery of platinum group metals and strengthen regional supply chains for critical metals. By … READ MORE... about pH7 Bolsters Critical Mineral Supply Chain with Vancouver Facility Expansion
New Marine Testbed Powers B.C. Innovation
British Columbia is doubling down on marine innovation with the launch of a new province-wide marine and coastal testbed, aimed at helping local technology companies develop and deploy solutions across one of the province’s most established industries. The … READ MORE... about New Marine Testbed Powers B.C. Innovation
Vancouver Startup Week 2026 Lineup Revealed
Vancouver Startup Week is set to return in 2026, bringing together founders, investors, and operators from across British Columbia for a five-day, city-wide celebration of the startup ecosystem. Running from Monday, April 27 to Friday, May 1, this year’s … READ MORE... about Vancouver Startup Week 2026 Lineup Revealed