Founded in 2006 in Boulder, Colorado, Techstars is a seed accelerator with a founder-first philosophy that fuels startups across a range of verticals, linking them to a network of successful mentors, partners, and investors. Getting accepted into one of Techstars’ 3-month accelerator programs is not easy. Fewer than 1% of startups that apply for Techstars […]
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Remote Work Champion Deel Officially Launches in Canada
There is no doubt that COVID-19 accelerated the remote work revolution by removing the last barriers to remote work adoption. This significant shift can not only improve employees’ quality of life, but also help companies access a larger pool of talent, while curbing operational costs. International payroll and compliance company Deel is a champion of remote […]
Bench Balances Function, Aesthetic, Nature in Stunning Office Design
Bench Accounting, a financial technology startup based in Vancouver, has seen steady growth since launching in 2012. Bench offers accounting services, which at first may sound boring and conventional. The company is anything but—its bread and butter is subscription access to cloud-based software in combination with in-house bookkeepers, a hybrid approach that serves clients well, […]
Look Who’s Hiring at the #BCTECH Summit
The upcoming #BCTECHSummit is a great opportunity to connect with entrepreneurs, startups, tech leaders, and investors. Beyond networking opportunities, it also serves as a catalyst for new business ideas, technologies, and collaborations. And for attendees exploring career opportunities, it might just result in a new job and career path. Taking place on day two of […]
Six Local Companies Named to The 2019 Narwhal List
The Impact Centre’s Narwhal List identifies a set of young Canadian companies that have the potential to become successful on the world stage. The Narwhal List sheds light on the ability of firms to scale up and reach world-class status. The Impact Centre’s ranking system is derived from publicly available information and tracks all firms in […]