GenXys Health Care Systems recently finalized another customer deal to advance precision medicine initiatives. Vancouver-based GenXys, a global leader in precision prescribing software with embedded pharmacogenetic data, will work with Ohio-based Flexsus, the laboratory division of FlexHealth. “The GenXys software suite will allow Flexsus to offer unparalleled services to its customers and improve patient safety and […]
TELUS to Invest $17 Billion in BC, Help Regions Recover from Flooding and Fire
Telus announced this week a $17 billion investment in BC. The investment will build and upgrade network infrastructure, operations, and spectrum across the province of British Columbia. It will be spread across four years and is part of a broader $70 billion investment across Canada over the same time span. “This generational investment in British […]
Boris Wertz Gives Bitcoin to Charity in First Crypto Donation on CanadaHelps Platform
Canada’s largest platform for donating and fundraising online today announced that it now accepts donations of cryptocurrency in support of any of Canada’s 86,000 registered charities. CanadaHelps says that charities are facing “unprecedented demand and declining donation revenue,” and that the new service is in response to growing interest “from both charities and younger donors.” […]
Freshlocal Solutions Seeks Creditor Protection Amid Tough Market Conditions
Vancouver’s Sustainable Produce Urban Delivery may prove not-so-sustainable after all. SPUD’s parent company Freshlocal Solutions has filed for creditor protection, according to a statement. “Given the market conditions,” Freshlocal says it was unable to obtain further bridge financing. Freshlocal Solutions was granted an initial order today pursuant to the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act by the Supreme […]
Dapper Labs Makes Top 10 on CNBC Disruptor 50 as NFTs Continue to Flow
Vancouver-based Dapper Labs cracked the top 10 of CNBC’s Disruptor 50 list, an annual ranking of companies “growing and innovating through a challenging market and changed world, while inspiring change among incumbent competitors.” Dapper is the maker of Flow, a blockchain designed for non-fungible tokens, which are tradable assets that track who owns a digital item. […]
Dr. Sean Lumb Helps Turn Research into Ventures at UBC
The University of British Columbia announced recently that Dr. Sean Lumb will take on an interim leadership role for its startup venture program program. Effective May 18, Dr. Lumb will be taking over administrative leadership of entrepreneurship@UBC. He replaces outgoing Managing Director Kari LaMotte, who served in her role for four years. Dr. Lumb, both […]
Vancouver Event Space First in Canada to Accept Cryptocurrency
An event centre in Vancouver is set to become the first venue in Canada to accept cryptocurrency for table services when it does so this coming Victoria Day long weekend. Ensō is on a “mission of innovation,” according to the Daily Hive, who spoke with CEO Stanley Ho about his company’s announcement. “Our team has […]
Spare Labs Collaborates with Lyft to Reimagine How Transit Fleets Handle Surge
Spare Labs, maker of a transit and mobility management platform, announced today a partnership with Lyft. The partnership will help transit agencies cost-effectively provide their passengers with reliable and responsive transportation in the face of fluctuating demand, according to Vancouver-based Spare Labs, which last year raised $18 million to further develop their platform. “This innovative integration […]
Chip Wilson Names Dr. Eva Chin as Executive Director of Solve FSHD
Following SOLVE FSHD’s recent launch, the organization announced the appointment of Dr. Eva Chin as Executive Director. SOLVE FSHD’s Founder, Chip Wilson of Lululemon fame, has committed US$100 million to find a cure for facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy, a disease he was diagnosed with at the age of 32. As inaugural Executive Director for SOLVE FSHD, Dr. Chin will be […]
Vancouver’s Delta-Q Technologies Hits Four Million Battery Milestone
Delta-Q Technologies, which provides battery charging solutions for electric vehicles and industrial equipment, this week announced a significant milestone: the shipment of their four millionth battery charger. According to the Vancouver company, this equates to four million metric tons of carbon emissions saved since the company’s founding, “cementing its imprint on global electrification and sustainability.” […]