Six university-linked startups took the stage at Web Summit Vancouver today as the University of British Columbia and Simon Fraser University teamed up to showcase the next generation of climate and … READ MORE... about University Startups Take Climate Stage at Web Summit Vancouver
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B.C. Companies Get Go-To-Market Boost
Eleven B.C. companies are receiving new support to help turn promising technologies into stronger sales, new partnerships, and expanded market reach. The Province announced this week that Innovate BC is providing funding through its Go-to-Market Microgrant … READ MORE... about B.C. Companies Get Go-To-Market Boost
West Fraser Timber to Help Kodiak AI Battle-Test Self-Driving Logging Trucks
Silicon Valley's Kodiak AI is preparing to conduct pilot operations for autonomous driving technology in Canada alongside the world’s largest manufacturer of wood building materials. The Mountain View upstart, founded in 2018 by Don Burnette and Paz Eshel, … READ MORE... about West Fraser Timber to Help Kodiak AI Battle-Test Self-Driving Logging Trucks
University Startups Take Climate Stage at Web Summit Vancouver
Six university-linked startups took the stage at Web Summit Vancouver today as the University of British Columbia and Simon Fraser University teamed up to showcase the next generation of climate and agritech ventures. Held at the Climate Innovation Zone, … READ MORE... about University Startups Take Climate Stage at Web Summit Vancouver
Moment Energy Building World’s Largest Battery Repurposing Facility in Surrey
Moment Energy is scaling its North American manufacturing footprint with a new Surrey facility that the company says will become the world’s largest battery repurposing facility. The Vancouver-born clean technology company announced today that it is … READ MORE... about Moment Energy Building World’s Largest Battery Repurposing Facility in Surrey
Province Seeking Feedback on ‘Patent Box’ Strategy for Life Science Innovation
British Columbia is home to the fastest-growing life-sciences sector in Canada. More than 2,000 companies—such as medical laboratories, pharmaceutical firms, and medical device manufacturers—employ 26,000 people province-wide. Through the Look West … READ MORE... about Province Seeking Feedback on ‘Patent Box’ Strategy for Life Science Innovation
B.C. Projects Garner Government Capital to Boost Local Cleantech Innovation
Several clean technology projects based in British Columbia are receiving funding from the Province. The provincial government this week revealed $6 million through The Innovative Clean Energy Fund for six local projects. “It’s important that we support … READ MORE... about B.C. Projects Garner Government Capital to Boost Local Cleantech Innovation
Purpose-Built Accelerator to Support Sustainable Construction in B.C.
Light House this month announced the launch of Bluprint. The Vancouver-based organization, on a mission to help government and industry "advance regenerative built environments that nurture ecological and human health," describes Bluprint as Canada’s first … READ MORE... about Purpose-Built Accelerator to Support Sustainable Construction in B.C.
B.C. Backs Health Tech Testing Through Innovate BC Marketplace
The Province is investing more than $5.3 million to help B.C. companies test made-in-B.C. health and life-sciences technologies in real-world settings, supporting innovation that could improve patient care while growing the province’s life-sciences … READ MORE... about B.C. Backs Health Tech Testing Through Innovate BC Marketplace
Clio Reveals Revenue Milestone Amid ‘Unprecedented’ Growth for Legaltech
Clio this week revealed a major financial milestone. The Vancouver-based legal technology pioneer has officially surpassed US$500 million in annual recurring revenue—an achievement which places the Vancouver-based legaltech titan "among a rare class" of … READ MORE... about Clio Reveals Revenue Milestone Amid ‘Unprecedented’ Growth for Legaltech
Quantum Innovator Photonic Now Valued at $2.7B Following Investment
Coquitlam's Photonic has closed a sizeable round of financing at a company valuation of nearly $3 billion. Announced today at Web Summit Vancouver, the quantum computing company closed its funding round, which started in January, at over US$200M. The … READ MORE... about Quantum Innovator Photonic Now Valued at $2.7B Following Investment