Vancouver’s tech ecosystem continues to thrive as one of Canada’s most dynamic hubs for innovation and entrepreneurship. The city now boasts a tech workforce of nearly 150,000, making it Canada’s third-largest metropolitan area by tech employment. Known for its diverse talent pool, strong government support, and proximity to U.S. markets, Vancouver fosters a fertile environment […]
Aspect Biosystems Secures $115M to Revolutionize Regenerative Medicine
Vancouver-based Aspect Biosystems has raised an impressive USD $115 million in Series B funding, signaling a major step forward in the development of bioprinted tissue therapeutics. The financing round was led by Dimension, a life sciences and technology-focused investment firm, with participation from new and returning investors including Novo Nordisk, Radical Ventures, InBC, and others. […]
Later Acquires Mavely for $250 Million, Expands Creator-Driven Marketing Capabilities
Vancouver-born Later has announced its acquisition of influencer platform Mavely in a deal valued at $250 million. Funded by a strategic investment from Summit Partners, the acquisition positions Later as a leader in end-to-end creator-driven marketing, enhancing its ability to deliver measurable ROI for marketers while maximizing creator earnings through social commerce. The move deepens […]
Bench Rescued by Employer.com Amid Customer Chaos
Vancouver-based Bench, a venture-funded accounting startup, has been acquired by San Francisco’s Employer.com in a deal aimed at reviving the platform and addressing the fallout from Bench’s abrupt shutdown last week. The acquisition price remains undisclosed, according to TechCrunch, which broke the story. Bench, which reportedly served 12,000 customers, left small business owners locked out […]
Canadians Share Top 2024 Moments on Rogers 5G Network
As 2024 draws to a close, Rogers has revealed the year’s most shared moments on its 5G network, showcasing how Canadians came together virtually to celebrate concerts, sports, and rare celestial events. The top 10 moments generated nearly 100 million megabytes of data, reflecting the growing demand for seamless connectivity. “As Canada’s largest and most […]
Taylor Swift Fans Set New Rogers 5G Data Record
Taylor Swift fans on the Rogers 5G network used over 11 terabytes (TB) of mobile data in just a few hours at BC Place to share and stream her last concert of The Eras Tour – setting a new Canadian record. This shatters the record set at the Taylor Swift concert at Rogers Centre in Toronto on […]
Solaires Advances Perovskite Solar Technology with Mass Production Milestone
Victoria’s Solaires has reached a milestone in clean energy innovation. Through its joint venture, SEI Energy Technology, with Shanghai’s Genesis Technologies, Solaires has completed trial production of perovskite-based photovoltaic (PV) modules on a mass production line. The announcement signals progress for the photovoltaic industry, with perovskite materials emerging as a promising technology. These modules offer […]
Building Innovation and Sustainability: Prism Leads BC’s Construction Evolution
As British Columbia’s construction industry faces unprecedented shifts, innovation, sustainability, and adaptability have become essential to success. Leading the charge in this dynamic landscape is Prism Construction, a company renowned for delivering high-quality industrial and commercial spaces tailored to modern demands. In this exclusive interview, Omar Rawji, President and CEO of Prism Construction, shares his […]
Innovate BC Awards $1.5M to Advance Cutting-Edge R&D Projects
Innovate BC has announced the allocation of $1.5 million through its Ignite program to support five British Columbia-based research and development projects. These initiatives aim to address priority challenges in industries such as healthcare, mining, and environmental sustainability, fostering competitiveness and job creation across the province. The Ignite program accelerates the commercialization of solutions in […]
Medimap Partners with NVIDIA and AWS to Transform Healthcare Access
Victoria-based Medimap has announced two major milestones that position the company at the forefront of digital health innovation. The company has been accepted into NVIDIA’s Inception Program and selected for Amazon Web Services (AWS) Health Equity Initiative, reflecting its growing influence in the healthcare technology space. Medimap, co-founded by Blake Adam and Jonathan Clark in […]