GeoComply is extending its partnership with FanDuel Group, a mobile gaming company based in the United States. Founded in Vancouver in 2011 by Anna Sainsbury and David Briggs, GeoComply offers a digital identity platform and trust engine that can detect and stop sophisticated attack vectors. The B.C. innovator has already handled billions of player checks […]
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UBC Researchers Are Turning B.C. Wood Waste into a Post-Plastic Opportunity
British Columbia has no shortage of wood—but much of what is harvested never reaches a mill. At the same time, industries worldwide are searching for practical alternatives to petroleum-based plastics. Researchers at the University of British Columbia believe these two challenges could help solve each other. Dr. Feng Jiang, an associate professor in UBC’s Faculty […]
Telus Commits $2 Million to Those Affected by Wildfires in B.C.
Wildfires have recently impacted areas of British Columbia, prompting the Province to declare a state of emergency on August 8th. In response, Telus has committed $2 million. The capital is earmarked for network connectivity, data top-ups and bill credits for affected customers, and donations and support to charities such as Salvation Army BC, according to […]
Wildfire Season Peak Prompts Rogers to Offer Free Satellite Service Across B.C.
With wildfires impacting areas of British Columbia, the Province recently declared a state of emergency. In response, Rogers Communications confirmed that it has opened up its Rogers Satellite service free province-wide for all wireless customers. “We’re committed to helping British Columbians affected by these devastating wildfires,” stated Rogers chief executive officer Tony Staffieri. Rogers Satellite […]
Latest Offering from Unbounce Reflects ‘Shift in How Marketers Use AI’
Unbounce has launched a Model Context Protocol Server, the Vancouver-born innovator announced this month. The company’s mission is helping marketers build perfect landing pages that keep visitors focused on specific things for maximum return on a campaign investment. The new MCP server from lets marketers connect Unbounce accounts to AI assistants such as ChatGPT and […]
Shift Awards PhyCo $25K to Replace Plastics in Food Supply Chains
Victoria-based Shift Technologies this month awarded its 2026 Shift Impact Grant Recipient to PhyCo Technologies. Shift, which last year launched a completely customizable browsing experience, awarded its second annual $25,000 Impact Grant to PhyCo, a marine biotech company turning seaweed into a home-compostable, earth-digestible plastic alternative. Founded in 2022 by marine biologist Ranah Chavoshi and biotechnologist […]
ZEIC Report Recognizes Local Startups as ‘Notable Stars’ in Clean Energy Transition
Vancouver is “something of a curiosity in the energy transition,” concludes a new report. The report, “From Strength to Scale: How Metro Vancouver Can Capture Economic Opportunity in the Global Energy Transition,” hails from The Zero Emissions Innovation Centre, a BC-based independent non-profit. ZEIC’s report suggests that—despite “foundational advantages in clean electricity, years of strong […]
Organizations to Cultivate Cross-Sector Collaboration for Aerospace Innovation
Strix and DIGITAL are working together to accelerate technological innovation in Canada. Based out of Montreal, Strix is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting innovation and research in Canada’s aerospace industry. Headquartered in Vancouver since launching in 2018, DIGITAL brings together industry leaders and post-secondary institutions to collaborate on large-scale projects that drive innovation nationwide. […]
CFIN Helps FabriSight Pilot AI-Powered Productivity Platform for Plant Floors
The Canadian Food Innovation Network is awarding more than $700,000 to eight food-tech projects through its Innovation Booster Program, the organization revealed this month, matched by industry funds for a total investment of nearly $1 million. This round of capital targets applied AI solutions on the plant floor and across the food supply chain, according […]
AInBC Opens Applications for Team BC Delegation to ALL IN 2026
British Columbia’s artificial intelligence companies and innovators have another opportunity to take their technology to the national stage. The AI Network of BC has opened applications for its second annual Team BC delegation to ALL IN, Canada’s largest AI and technology event, taking place September 16–17 in Montreal. AInBC is organizing the delegation in partnership […]