With a name like Muddy River, you know it has to involve some dirty work. But ultimately, Muddy River Technologies is more about cleaning up. “We create simple systems to treat sophisticated water and wastewater problems,” the Delta-based company explains. Muddy River helps clients plan and manage water treatment processes in a variety of industries […]
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Canada Drives Announces Plans To Restructure Business Operations
This week Canada Drives announced plans to restructure its business operations to better prepare the company for success. Since 2020, Canadians have been able to buy their car completely online through the Vancouver-based car dealership. While the response from customers was strong, the rising costs of holding inventory, amongst other headwinds, has made this specific […]
Aspect Biosystems Aims to Pioneer Regenerative Medicine with 3D Tech
A recent investment from the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada will help broaden the application of Aspect Biosystems’ 3D bioprinting technology for therapeutic development, expand its global network of partners, and scale-up its manufacturing systems, according to a statement issued by the Vancouver firm. Aspect, among other Vancouver tech companies receiving funding from PacifiCan’s […]
Sage Launches Incubator Empowering B.C. Non-profits
Sage, the leader in accounting, financial, HR, and payroll technology for small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs), has announced the launch of its Canadian Grow Program incubator to empower non-profit leaders in British Columbia. The incubator is hosted by Sage Foundation, bringing together non-profit CEO’s and Executive Directors for a series of in-person business development sessions […]
DYNE Secures Seed Capital to Advance AI, Expand Platform Across Canada
A business-to-business startup that specializes in providing in-depth analytics to the restaurant industry has secured an oversubscribed seed round of funding. Dyne, a Vancouver software-as-a-service startup, saw capital hail from Weave VC, Sprout VC, Inverted Ventures, and angel investors. “We are incredibly grateful to our investors and supporters who have helped us reach this milestone,” […]
The Top Future Ready Educational Programs in B.C.
Every post-secondary institution carries a stigma. Many believe that university prioritizes theory and neglects specialities and job-ready skills. Another common critique is that if you’re not attending to become a doctor or lawyer, you’re going into debt for a four-year degree to graduate with general knowledge. College suffers from a misconception of being “less” than […]
Metaspectral Joins Venture Catalyst Space in Australia to Accelerate Fusion Tech
Metaspectral, a software company advancing computer vision through deep learning and hyper-spectral imagery, announced this week that it has been selected to join Venture Catalyst Space. Venture Catalyst Space is a commercial space incubator located at the University of South Australia’s Innovation & Collaboration Centre in Adelaide. Metaspectral was the only Canadian company selected. Funded […]
Infinitii AI Appoints Strategic Advisor as Company Hunts Skilled Talent to Fuel Growth
Infinitii AI is making moves in 2023. This week, the Vancouver-based predictive analytics startup appointed ThreeD Capital founder Sheldon Inwentash as Strategic Advisor to Jean Charles Phaneuf, chief executive officer of Infinitii AI. ThreeD is not just any Canadian-based venture capital firm—it is currently Infinitii’s largest shareholder. Beyond financing, the VC firm aims to bring 30 […]
Government of Canada Invests $16 Million In 8 Vancouver Tech Companies
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada (PacifiCan), has announced an investment of over $25.7 million to help 10 Vancouver-based organizations fuel the B.C. economy. The investment includes over $16 million for eight companies through the Business Scale-Up and Productivity program and over $9 million for […]
Operto Guest Technologies Raises $34 Million For Digital Keys
Vancouver’s Operto Guest Technologies has booked a $34 million (USD $25 million) Series B financing round led by Centana Growth Partners, with participation from Thayer Ventures, FUSE, Blackpines Capital Partners and Derive Ventures. Operto is a leading provider of automated solutions for 50 million-plus rooms in the global hospitality industry. Proceeds from the round will […]