A couple of months ago, we reported on an initiative from TELUS that aims to help customers save on energy bills. The launch from TELUS, SmartEnergy, is a tech-forward approach to reducing bills and one’s environmental footprint, according to the company. “With SmartEnergy, our goal is to empower Canadians with the best technology, devices, and […]
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Vancouver Innovators Win Funding and Tech from #StandWithOwners Contest
TELUS recently announced the winners of its fifth #StandWithOwners contest. Chosen from thousands of applications from across Canada are 20 outstanding businesses being recognized for having a unique aspect and for using technology to drive innovation. Since 2020, TELUS has invested $5 million through the #StandWithOwners program, which the company now claims is the largest […]
TELUS Partners with BC’s Photonic to Drive Quantum Communication Breakthroughs
TELUS has announced a strategic collaboration with Coquitlam’s Photonic, a pioneer in quantum technology, to accelerate the development of quantum communications in Canada. As part of this initiative, TELUS will provide Photonic with exclusive access to its advanced fibre-optic network, setting the stage for testing innovative quantum solutions expected to redefine Canada’s digital landscape, enhance […]
You Can Now Save Money on Energy Bills by Letting A.I. Operate Your Smart Home
As the cost of living continues to rise in Canada, TELUS is seeking to help customers save on energy bills. The latest launch from TELUS, SmartEnergy, is a tech-forward approach to reducing bills and one’s environmental footprint, according to the company. “With SmartEnergy, our goal is to empower Canadians with the best technology, devices, and […]
BC Tech Unveils Finalists For 2024 Technology Impact Awards
The BC Tech Association has announced the finalists for the 2024 Technology Impact Awards. 38 finalists across 9 Technology Impact Award (TIAs) categories who achieved exceptional success in the past year. “The Technology Impact Awards recognize the very best companies in BC and the accomplishments of the leaders and teams in the BC economy’s fastest growing […]
VodaSafe Wins Top Prize in TELUS #StandWithOwners Program for AquaEye Sonar Device
TELUS has announced the five grand prize winners of this year’s #StandWithOwners program. From thousands of applications, the #StandWithOwners program officially announced 20 finalists on September 27th, of which five were selected by a panel of judges to receive the grand prize valued at over $125,000. Among the five winners was Vancouver’s VodaSafe and founder […]
Simbi Foundation’s Efforts to Revitalize Indigenous Languages in B.C.
According to UNESCO, 88 of Canada’s 90 Indigenous languages are on the verge of extinction. In B.C., Indigenous communities are experiencing this on a much greater scale. There are more than 34 First Nation languages, representing more than half of all in Canada, and all are facing a threat to their vitality. With Day of Truth and […]
EV Charging Startup Jolt Partners with TELUS to Roll Out 5,000 Fast Chargers Across Canada
Australian electric vehicle (EV) charging startup Jolt is entering the North American market in collaboration with Vancouver-headquartered TELUS. The strategic partnership will see up to 5,000 public DC fast chargers installed across Canada running on the TELUS network. With millions of electric vehicles forecast to be on Canadian roads in years to come, there is […]
B.C. Founded Companies Join 1t.org’s Billion Tree Canadian Commitment
The unprecedented number of wildfires across Canada this summer — including some devastating scenes in B.C. — proves that we need leadership and solutions for climate change in both the public and private sectors. Last week, three British Columbia-founded companies — TELUS, tentree and veritree, and Teck Resources — announced they are joining 1t.org in the […]
BC Tech Unveils Finalists For 2023 Technology Impact Awards
The BC Tech Association has announced the finalists for the 2023 Technology Impact Awards, the 30th anniversary of the TIAs. The announcement was hosted in downtown Vancouver at The Den at Bentall Centre with a live online audience. “This year marks a big milestone for BC Tech, as we celebrate our 30th Anniversary alongside the companies […]