Earlier this month Richmond’s UniUni landed at #4 on Deloitte Canada’s Technology Fast 50 list with revenue growth of 12,854% between 2020 and 2023. The logistics company that is changing the last-mile delivery landscape has leveraged that news by adding USD $30 million to an oversubscribed Series C2 financing round led by Bessemer Venture Partners. This […]
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New WorkSafeBC Rules Reshape First Aid in B.C. Workplaces
The landscape of workplace safety in British Columbia has shifted with the latest updates to WorkSafeBC’s first aid requirements, which took effect on November 1st, 2024. These changes are specifically designed to bolster emergency support systems within the workplace. This enhancement is particularly crucial in high-risk and remote work environments across the province, such as […]
UBC, Genome BC, and STEMCELL Partner to Advance Stem Cell Therapies
A new collaboration between Genome BC, STEMCELL Technologies, and researchers from the University of British Columbia (UBC) aims to accelerate stem cell research, with hopes to unlock faster and more effective treatments for a wide range of diseases. Stem cells, renowned for their ability to develop into various cell types, hold promise for medical research […]
Three Burnaby Tech Firms Garner PacifiCan Funding to Scale Up in B.C.
Based out of Burnaby, pH7 Technologies is a globally recognized clean-tech innovator providing mines and original equipment manufacturers with eco-friendly and cost-effective technology-based solutions for extracting and processing high-value metals deemed essential for the development of hydrogen energy and electrification. This week, the federal government unveiled nearly $4 million in funding for three Burnaby businesses, […]
Pender Ventures Closes $100M Fund to Support Canadian Tech Ecosystem
Vancouver’s Pender Ventures has announced the final close of its second venture fund, Technology Inflection Fund II LP, amassing over $100 million with notable backing from Alberta Enterprise Corporation (AEC). This fund aims to fuel growth for resilient and scalable Canadian technology companies, particularly those in health tech and B2B sectors. The inclusion of AEC […]
Need a Tech Boost? BCIT Computing Students Are Ready to Tackle Your IT Project!
Get a fresh perspective and real results by partnering with BCIT’s renowned School of Computing and Academic Studies this fall. Known for producing graduates with cutting-edge, job-ready IT skills, BCIT’s students are eager to dive into real-world challenges. Through the BCIT Industry Sponsored Student Projects program (ISSP) program, you can leverage the talent of motivated students […]
Clio Expands Fintech Leadership with Appointment of A.J. Axelrod as VP of Payments
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 […]
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 […]