Each year, a select group of scientists, technologists, and creators gather in Florida for MARS — Amazon founder Jeff Bezos’ invitation-only summit exploring the frontiers of Machine learning, Automation, Robotics, and Space. Among this year’s presenters was Vancouver-based deep tech entrepreneur Dr. Suzanne Gildert, CEO of Nirvanic AI. Her company is pioneering research into quantum […]
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Foresight Canada Honours Cleantech Trailblazers at Sold-Out BC Awards Ceremony
Foresight Canada celebrated the province’s top cleantech innovators at the fifth annual BC Cleantech Awards, held last night at a sold-out ceremony in Yaletown. The event honoured individuals and organizations driving forward climate solutions, clean technology adoption, and sustainable economic development in B.C. As environmental and economic challenges mount worldwide, British Columbia continues to shine […]
CICE and B.C. Universities Launch Climate Venture Funding Program
In a move to supercharge cleantech innovation, B.C. Centre for Innovation and Clean Energy (CICE) has launched a new partnership with university entrepreneurship programs across the province. The 2025 University Call for Innovation aims to accelerate the development and commercialization of climate solutions by offering early-stage ventures up to $100,000 in non-dilutive funding. Ventures nominated […]
Hypercharge to Bring Bidirectional EV Chargers to Canada via XCharge Partnership
Vancouver’s Hypercharge Networks is teaming up with XCharge North America to bring advanced EV charging technology to Canada, marking a major step forward for the country’s charging infrastructure. Through a newly announced strategic partnership, Hypercharge will distribute XCharge NA’s GridLink chargers—bidirectional, battery-integrated fast chargers—to automotive dealerships and commercial customers in British Columbia and Ontario. The […]
TELUS Garners Praise from OECD for Fostering ‘AI Literacy’ in the Workplace
One Canadian company found the spotlight in a new report from Business at OECD. Business at OECD, or BIAC, is the officially recognized institutional business stakeholder at the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development, founded in 1961 to stimulate global economic progress and trade. BIAC’s report, entitled “Boosting Productivity and Business Growth – the Role […]
Svante Leads Canadian Innovators on TIME’s Top Cleantech Companies List
Svante, the Burnaby-based pioneer in carbon capture technology, is among five Canadian companies named to TIME Magazine’s inaugural list of the World’s Top Cleantech Companies of 2025. Specializing in carbon removal solutions for heavy industry, Svante’s technologies help reduce emissions in some of the world’s most challenging sectors—an essential step toward achieving global net-zero goals. […]
Carney Unveils Bold Drone Defence Vision as Historic Submarine Innovator Looks On
In a high-stakes announcement at Halifax’s Irving Shipyards, Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled a sweeping new military strategy yesterday that puts Canadian-made drones at the heart of the country’s sovereignty and defence efforts. The plan prioritizes advanced aquatic and airborne uncrewed vehicles to protect the Arctic, secure borders, safeguard undersea infrastructure, and support allied missions. […]
Scope Technologies Reveals Influx of Capital for Quantum Security App
A Vancouver-headquartered company operating in the quantum computing space this week announced fundraising via private placement. The recently rebranded Scope Technologies this month revealed the sale of three million shares at a price of $0.50 per share for a total $1.5 million private placement financing from First Majestic Silver Corp. The capital will largely be […]
Styx Intelligence Raises $2.7M to Revolutionize Digital Risk Protection
Vancouver cybersecurity startup Styx Intelligence has raised $2.7 million in an oversubscribed Seed funding round to expand its AI-first platform designed to protect organizations from digital threats, including those amplified by generative AI technologies. The round was led by BDC’s Seed Venture Fund, with additional participation from FRAMEWORK Venture Partners, Top Down Ventures, and Sprout […]
Richmond’s UniUni Acquires Toronto-Based Shippie to Boost Last-Mile Delivery Network
Richmond-based logistics firm UniUni has acquired and fully integrated Toronto’s Shippie in a strategic move to accelerate same- and next-day delivery capabilities across North America. The acquisition brings together UniUni’s robust delivery infrastructure and cutting-edge logistics technology with Shippie’s regional expertise and agile local operations. The combined entity aims to enhance service capacity for e-commerce […]