Coquitlam’s Photonic has introduced a groundbreaking quantum error correction method that drastically reduces the number of qubits needed for computation, bringing practical quantum computing closer to reality. In an industry first, the company has developed a new class of Quantum Low-Density Parity Check (QLDPC) codes, called SHYPS codes, which require up to 20 times fewer […]
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Expanding South, Jane Software Taps Expertise of SimplePractice Founder
Jane Software this week announced the addition of a new strategic advisor and executive partner. The North Vancouver-born clinic management software company has revealed that Howard Spector is now an advisor and partner to the firm. Bringing with him two decades of experience in the digital health space, Spector is cofounder of California’s SimplePractice. Spector […]
Vancouver Firms MyFO and Quandri Recognized by CIX Startup Awards
This year’s recipients of the CIX Startup Awards, a showcase of Canada’s rising stars selected by North American investors, have been revealed. The CIX Selection Committee, comprising over 100 investors and experts, evaluated submissions based on six criteria: Business Model, Quality of Product and Service Offering, Innovation, Market Opportunity, Depth of Management, and D.E.I. of […]
B.C. Invests $1.5M in Innovation Pilots Across 12 Companies
British Columbia is investing $1.5 million in 12 local technology companies through the BC Fast Pilot program, a joint initiative by Innovate BC and the National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP). The funding will support pilot projects in areas such as wildfire management, critical minerals, water treatment, artificial intelligence, clean […]
Clio Appoints Luke Slan as General Manager for Canada
Legaltech leader Clio has named Luke Slan as General Manager, Canada, reinforcing its commitment to expanding its footprint in its home market. In his new role, Slan will lead Clio’s Canadian operations, driving growth and innovation tailored to the country’s legal industry. The appointment comes as Clio strengthens its cross-functional teams, including product and engineering, […]
Vancouver’s FISPAN Powers BMO’s New Embedded Banking Solution
Vancouver-based fintech FISPAN has partnered with BMO to launch BMO Sync, a first-of-its-kind solution in Canada that integrates BMO Online Banking for Business directly into Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and accounting systems such as QuickBooks Online and Sage Intacct. BMO Sync allows businesses to automate payments, streamline workflows, and gain real-time cash flow visibility—all within […]
ENVO Drive to Collaborate with San Fran Startup Faction on Autonomous EV Tech
Burnaby-born ENVO Drive Systems is partnering with a Silicon Valley startup that develops driverless solutions for light electric vehicles. Founded in early 2020, San Francisco’s Faction Technology is marching down a path toward next-gen micro-logistics for vehicle-on-demand infrastructure. By combining ENVO’s versatile Utility Personal Transporter (UPT) platform with Faction’s driverless technology, the collaboration is poised […]
B.C. a Salient Contributor to Canada’s Growing Foodtech Ecosystem: Report
The Canadian Food Innovation Network today released its inaugural “Foodtech in Canada Ecosystem Report.” The CFIN posits that the ecosystem report represents the most comprehensive overview of Canada’s foodtech ecosystem to date. The report leverages foodtech data intelligence from Forward Fooding, a global foodtech ecosystem platform, to provide a review of more than 300 Canadian […]
SFU’s VentureLabs Gets $2.5M to Boost Deeptech Startups
PacifiCan has announced over $17 million in funding for 10 organizations aimed at scaling up businesses in British Columbia’s key sectors, including life sciences, clean technology, and construction. The investment, delivered through PacifiCan’s Business Acceleration Pilot (BizAP), will enhance access to capital, expand commercial networks, and strengthen B.C.’s position as a leader in innovation. Since […]
Innovate BC Names Elizabeth Dutton as Chief Operating Officer
Innovate BC has appointed Elizabeth Dutton as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO), tasking her with spearheading operational growth and fostering a high-performance team to support the province’s innovation ecosystem. Dutton brings over a decade of executive leadership experience, with a strong track record of driving growth in Canada’s technology sector. Prior to joining Innovate […]