Clio has announced the appointment of A.J. Axelrod as Vice President of Payments and Financial Services. Axelrod will oversee the development and execution of Clio’s long-term financial services strategy, including scaling the company’s fintech portfolio and Clio Payments, one of the largest and fastest-growing legal payment solutions worldwide. Axelrod joins Clio with over 15 years […]
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Sanctuary AI Cofounder and CEO Geordie Rose Departs Robotics Innovator
The chief executive officer of one of Canada’s most interesting robotics companies is departing his company. “We are announcing a significant transition within our leadership team,” reads an announcement from Sanctuary AI, whose Phoenix robot and Carbon AI combination stands among the world’s top innovations. “After much consideration, Geordie Rose is leaving his position as […]
Vancouver’s Hydreight Finds Success in U.S. with ‘Uber for Nurses’ Platform
Vancouver’s Hydreight Technologies operates a mobile clinical network and medical platform—an “Uber for Nurses”—and it’s growing fast. Hydreight is known for its proprietary, fully integrated platform comprising Electronic Medical Records, Telemedicine, and mobile booking and charting technology. This platform includes a built-in suite of tools for accounting, documentation, sales, inventory, booking, and managing patient data, […]
Henri Chelhot on Momentum Ventures’ Growth and the Future of Travel
Momentum Ventures is a leader in the online travel industry, known for its innovative use of technology to enhance the customer experience. With brands like FlightHub, justfly.com, Flygreen, and CruiseHub under its umbrella, the company has carved out a space in the competitive travel market by offering comprehensive solutions that simplify travel planning and booking. From leveraging AI for […]
Half of Canada’s Most Investable Cleantech Ventures Call B.C. Home in 2024 Foresight 50
At a time when climate concerns are at an all-time high in the province, a new list of Canada’s most investable cleantech companies reveals that one half of them are based in British Columbia. Should we be surprised? Vancouver is regarded as a top 10 Cleantech cluster worldwide. Foresight Canada, the nation’s largest cleantech accelerator, […]
Apple to Stock Next Generation of FORM’s Smart Swim Goggles in Canada
Effective this month, FORM’s Smart Swim 2 goggles are available to purchase at 20 Apple Store locations throughout Canada and the U.S., as well as at Apple’s online store. “Apple undoubtedly offers a premium retail experience globally, and we’re thrilled that customers can try on and purchase our Smart Swim 2 goggles in-store, or buy […]
16 B.C. Tech Companies Named Deloitte Technology Fast 50 Winners
Deloitte Canada has announced this year’s winners of the Technology Fast 50, Companies-to-Watch, Clean Technology and Enterprise Fast 15 awards, recognizing the world-class achievements of the best in tech companies across Canada for the 27th year. The Technology Fast 50 program recognizes the world-class achievements of Canada’s leading technology companies—highlighting their commitment to innovation, strong leadership, […]
WELL Health to Take Over Network of Clinics in Walmarts Across Canada
WELL Health Technologies, a digital healthcare company focused on improving health outcomes through technology, announced the acquisition of the Canadian clinical assets of Jack Nathan Medical. This acquisition includes a network of 16 owned and operated primary care clinics across 13 Canadian cities as well as a clinic licensing business with 62 licensee clinics, which […]
The Hydroflyer Board Offers an Electric and Elevated Experience on Water
A company in British Columbia is reimagining how Canadians move on water. That’s right: On the water, not in. Hydroflyer’s electrically powered device levitates the rider a foot above the water, despite the board-and-battery combo weighing more than 100 pounds. A cutting-edge e-foil option, Hydroflyer has been described by Wired as “the mountain bike of […]
PacifiCan Unveils $3M Investment to Help Support Entrepreneurship in B.C.
The federal government this month announced $2.7 million in funding targeting entrepreneurship in British Columbia. The funding hails from the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, which is focused on supporting business growth in BC. “British Columbia’s small businesses are the heart of our communities and the economic engine of our province,” stated minister Harjit […]