Vantage Group, a global leader in airport and transportation infrastructure, has announced the launch of Vantage Futures, a corporate venture initiative aimed at revolutionizing the future of aviation and mobility. Vantage Futures will invest in early-stage companies, from seed to Series B, that are driving innovation in three key areas: sustainability, connected infrastructure, and the […]
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123Dentist Taps VideaHealth to Bolster Clinical Operations with AI Assistance
An organization founded in the 90’s is adopting emerging technology to improve its operations. Vancouver-born 123Dentist announced this week that it is adopting artificial intelligence tools with an aim to “enhance diagnostic accuracy, empower clinicians, and improves patient engagement.” The Canadian company, which operates nearly 500 locations across Canada, revealed that it has tapped into the […]
MerchKit Reveals $2M Investment to Power Automated Merchandising Tech
Merchkit runs an AI-powered software platform designed to automate merchandising and catalog management tasks for retailers, marketplaces, and brands. The Canadian company recently revealed a round of pre-seed funding to power its mission. The $2 million investment, secured late last year, was spearheaded by San Francisco’s Afore Capital and included participation from Antler Canada as […]
MDA Space Secures $1.1 Billion Contract for Globalstar’s Next-Gen LEO Constellation
Richmond’s MDA Space has been selected as the prime contractor for Globalstar’s next-generation low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellation, securing a definitive contract valued at approximately $1.1 billion. Under the agreement, MDA Space will manufacture more than 50 MDA AURORA™ software-defined digital satellites for Globalstar, a major satellite operator providing mobile satellite services worldwide. “We […]
Government Reveals $15M Investment to Spur Agtech Innovation Across B.C.
The Province of British Columbia is forecasting the creation of hundreds of new jobs in areas like science and technology following investments into an array of regional agriculture projects. The government recently revealed more than $15 million in investments across 19 new projects and nine training programs. The round of funding includes support from the […]
Vancouver Startup MAE to Represent B.C. at Nationwide Pitch Event in March
Shopping for a new vehicle is an inevitable but often dreaded aspect of adulthood. Seeking to simplify the experience for automobile consumers in Canada, a startup launched from Vancouver is applying modern technology to achieve its mission. Founded in 2022 by Vivian Liu, Making Auto Easy helps users navigate the car market with a personalized […]
Nominations Open for BC Tech’s 2025 Technology Impact Awards
BC Tech has officially opened nominations for the 2025 Technology Impact Awards (TIAs), celebrating the province’s top technology companies across various categories. The Company of the Year Awards will recognize standout businesses at different stages of growth, including Startup, Growth, Scale, Anchor, and Ambition. The Gamechanger Awards will highlight excellence in areas such as Artificial […]
Jane Appoints Chief Marketing Officer to ‘Spearhead Next Phase of Growth’
Jane Software has announced the addition of a new Chief Marketing Officer. The North Vancouver-born clinic management software company has revealed that Dan Davidow will now head marketing for Jane. Davidow’s move to Jane follows roles at Stripe, Gusto, Cisco, and Motive. At Jane, Davidow will “spearhead Jane’s next phase of growth,” according to a […]
Nexera Robotics Secures $4.5M to Advance Robotic Grasping Technology
Vancouver’s Nexera Robotics, a leader in advanced robotic grasping, has raised $4.5 million in its latest investment round, with backing from prominent investors, including BDC Capital’s Industrial Innovation Venture Fund. The funding marks a major step in Nexera’s efforts to revolutionize automation across industries through its proprietary grasping solution, NeuraGrasp. NeuraGrasp is designed to tackle […]
Vancouver’s VRIFY Raises $12.5M to Advance AI-Assisted Mineral Discovery
Vancouver’s VRIFY, a leader in AI-driven mineral exploration, has secured $12.5 million in Series B funding to accelerate the adoption of its AI-Assisted Mineral Discovery Platform, DORA. The investment round was led by New York-based venture capital firm LGVP, with continued backing from Series A investors RCF Innovation and Beedie Capital, bringing VRIFY’s total funding […]