Vancouver construction management software startup Ontraccr has raised a $1.2 million seed funding round from a diverse group of investors including construction tech funds, LAB Ventures and Buildtech Ventures. This financial milestone marks a new chapter in Ontraccr’s mission to revolutionize the construction and field service industries with its unique no-code approach to operational management. […]
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Victoria’s Cognito Health Raises $2M to Expand Affordable Mental Health Services
Cognito Health has secured $2 million in seed financing to launch its all-in-one, affordable mental health service in Ontario and expand partnerships with insurers, businesses and government. The Victoria-based startup raised the seed financing round from prominent investors including StandUp Ventures, Garage Capital, Graphite Ventures, Spring Impact Capital, and Simplex Ventures. Cognito aims to provide Canadians […]
A Leaner Thinkific Posts Quarterly Profit Amid ‘Significant Momentum’ for Firm
In early 2023, we reported on Thinkific’s journey toward profitability following multiple waves of layoffs. “Profitability is in sight,” Greg Smith, cofounder and chief executive of Thinkific, stated last year, months after the firm laid off 20% its staff. Founded in 2012, Thinkific went public in 2021 on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the ticker […]
Government Brings High-Speed Internet to 7,500 Remote Households Across BC
Today, 93% of Canadian households have access to high-speed Internet, compared to 79% in 2014. It’s significant progress, but we’re not done yet. The federal and provincial governments agree that all Canadians deserve reliable and affordable high-speed Internet and mobile connectivity, regardless of where they live. “Connectivity is an essential tool to access education and […]
Thinkific Labs and Jon Youshaei Launch Accelerator to Help Creators Succeed
Last year, Jon Youshaei unveiled a partnership with Vancouver-based Thinkific Labs. “I’ll take you under my wing and share the tools, tips, and templates to build a real business as a creator,” the speaker and journalist stated in December. Interest in Youshaei’s ‘Inside Accelerator’ course garnered a waitlist. Those waiting can now breath a collective […]
Guy Kawasaki Announced As Keynote Speaker at Inaugural INNOVATEwest Conference
The inaugural INNOVATEwest conference has announced Guy Kawasaki as a keynote speaker. Kawasaki is the latest addition to the program unveiled today, that includes 100+ speakers across six streams dedicated to AI & Applications, Data & Analytics, Cybersecurity, the Human Experience (interacting with tech), Start-up/Scale-up and Digital Business Economy. Silicon Valley’s Guy Kawasaki is chief evangelist of Canva and the […]
Quantum Technology Receives Federal Funding to Fuel Hydrogen Innovation
According to the Hydrogen Strategy for Canada report, the global hydrogen industry is expected to reach $300 billion by 2030. North of Vancouver in Squamish, Quantum Technology Corporation’s carbon-free hydrogen innovation is creating green transportation options while strengthening Canada’s clean energy status. “Quantum Technology is committed to advancing technology and solutions for green hydrogen as […]
Local Content Creator to Reveal Secrets and Strategies at Thinkific Workshop
Justin Tse was born on Vancouver Island and grew up with work ethic, passion, and an aspiration to “live life in freedom by fully applying myself to something I truly enjoy every day.” Now 26 years old, Tse has been destined for the online content creation space—where he documents “the rapid and incredible development in […]
Aquanow Reveals Investment as Fintech Expands Crypto Operations to Turkey
When Vancouver-based Aquanow was named digital innovator of the year by CrossTech at the 2022 Innovation Awards, chief executive officer Phil Sham pointed out how digital asset markets are now 24/7, upending the flows of traditional finance. Which is exactly where he wants his company positioned. Advancing this position, Aquanow last year launched a Digital Ventures […]
INNOVATEwest Hosts ‘Grizzly Pursuit’: A High-Stakes Startup Pitch Battle for a $20,000 Prize
If you’re reading this there is a good chance that you’ve heard of Dragons Den and Shark Tank but have you heard of the Grizzly Pursuit? The inaugural INNOVATEwest conference on April 16|17 will feature a Grizzly Pursuit competition where six startups will get the opportunity to pitch live on the main stage for a […]