For many skiers, a day on the mountain is all about freedom and fun—but for the team behind skiKrumb, it’s also about peace of mind. The Westbank-based startup has developed the first and only … READ MORE... about Startup of the Year Finalist skiKrumb Tackles Mountain Safety
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BC Hydro and the Province Collab with Local Firm to Launch Electrification Pilot
As the region's population increases steadily, BC Hydro has launched a "pioneering pilot project" in collaboration with the provincial government in a bid to support more housing powered by clean electricity. The new initiative from the Province and BC … READ MORE... about BC Hydro and the Province Collab with Local Firm to Launch Electrification Pilot
Startup of the Year Finalist skiKrumb Tackles Mountain Safety
For many skiers, a day on the mountain is all about freedom and fun—but for the team behind skiKrumb, it’s also about peace of mind. The Westbank-based startup has developed the first and only radio-based GPS tracking device purpose-built for ski resorts. … READ MORE... about Startup of the Year Finalist skiKrumb Tackles Mountain Safety
Final Call: Foresight 50 Applications Close June 30
Foresight Canada is issuing a final call for applications to its fifth annual Foresight 50 program, which highlights 50 of the country’s most investible cleantech ventures to a global investor network. Applications have been open for several weeks and will … READ MORE... about Final Call: Foresight 50 Applications Close June 30
Walter Teams Up with Fasken to Build AI Assistant for Legal Industry
Vancouver-based legaltech startup Walter is deepening its partnership with Fasken, one of Canada’s largest law firms, through a new Joint Innovation Program focused on building the Walter AI Assistant — an agentic AI tool designed to transform how legal … READ MORE... about Walter Teams Up with Fasken to Build AI Assistant for Legal Industry
Safe Software Expands to UK and Ireland to Support Global Growth
Surrey-based Safe Software, best known for its FME platform, is expanding into the United Kingdom and Ireland as part of its international growth strategy. The move marks a major milestone for the Canadian tech company, which offers an enterprise … READ MORE... about Safe Software Expands to UK and Ireland to Support Global Growth
Acorn Raises $16M to Expand AI-Powered Learning Platform
Australian-born Acorn has raised $16.8 million in Series A funding to accelerate its AI-native performance and learning management system. The round was led by Level Equity and will support Acorn’s global expansion, product development, and strategic … READ MORE... about Acorn Raises $16M to Expand AI-Powered Learning Platform
Almost Everyone is Using AI Now, but Trust in the Tech Remains Low: Report
A strong majority of Canadians are utilizing artificial intelligence technologies—but hardly anyone thinks the systems can be trusted without human oversight. These are among the findings of a new report from TELUS. The Vancouver telecom titan this week … READ MORE... about Almost Everyone is Using AI Now, but Trust in the Tech Remains Low: Report
Leasey.AI Named Finalist in Desjardins Startup in Residence Program
Vancouver-based Leasey.AI has been named one of just two finalists selected for the prestigious Desjardins Startup in Residence program, a coveted eight-month initiative designed to support high-growth Canadian PropTech startups. The selection follows a … READ MORE... about Leasey.AI Named Finalist in Desjardins Startup in Residence Program
Photonic to Open $49M Quantum R&D Hub in the UK, Expanding Canadian Innovation Abroad
Vancouver-based quantum computing company Photonic is expanding internationally with plans to establish a new research and development (R&D) facility in the United Kingdom, a move that deepens Canada’s leadership in quantum innovation while forging closer … READ MORE... about Photonic to Open $49M Quantum R&D Hub in the UK, Expanding Canadian Innovation Abroad
pH7 Hits Major Commercial Milestone with Scalable Metal Recovery Tech
Vancouver’s pH7 Technologies has processed over 250 tonnes of end-of-life materials at its local facility, recovering more than 3,000 troy ounces of platinum equivalent metals (PtEq). The clean technology firm says the achievement validates the commercial … READ MORE... about pH7 Hits Major Commercial Milestone with Scalable Metal Recovery Tech