Genome BC is funding three research projects oriented around genetic-level impacts of wildfire smoke exposure. The not-for-profit organization, which supports genomics innovation in British … READ MORE... about Genome BC Funds Research as UBC and SFU Study Impacts of Wildfire Smoke Exposure
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Genome BC Funds Research as UBC and SFU Study Impacts of Wildfire Smoke Exposure
Genome BC is funding three research projects oriented around genetic-level impacts of wildfire smoke exposure. The not-for-profit organization, which supports genomics innovation in British Columbia, says the projects aim to help vulnerable … READ MORE... about Genome BC Funds Research as UBC and SFU Study Impacts of Wildfire Smoke Exposure
Vancouver Tech Market Holds Steady as Third-Largest Talent Hub in Canada
The technology industry today accounts for 6% percent of Canada's direct economic value, or about $130 billion. In British Columbia, nearly 7% of the workforce is in tech, and the industry is expected to continue growing over the next decade. The … READ MORE... about Vancouver Tech Market Holds Steady as Third-Largest Talent Hub in Canada
Databricks Launches R&D Hub in Vancouver to Fuel AI Innovation
San Francisco-based Databricks, a global leader in data and AI, is opening its first Canadian research and development hub in Vancouver—bolstering Canada’s innovation economy and deepening its ties with some of the country’s largest enterprises. The new … READ MORE... about Databricks Launches R&D Hub in Vancouver to Fuel AI Innovation
Genome BC Launches Collaborative Research Project to Boost Resilience of Wine Industry
British Columbia's wine industry employs more than 14,000 workers in the province, contributing nearly $4 billion to the economy per annum. However, shifts in climate typicalities are challenging wine producers in the region. Genome British Columbia … READ MORE... about Genome BC Launches Collaborative Research Project to Boost Resilience of Wine Industry
Boosting Regional Industry, Quiver’s Games Link Conference Builds on Success of Guild Program
The provincial government recently made permanent a tax credit targeting the region's video game sector, which employs roughly 20,000 people in British Columbia and adds more than $1 billion to the province’s gross domestic product each year, according to … READ MORE... about Boosting Regional Industry, Quiver’s Games Link Conference Builds on Success of Guild Program
Yaletown Partners Prepares to Expand Portfolio with Launch of Largest Innovation Fund Yet
One of Vancouver's iconic investment firms has closed another venture capital fund. Yaletown Partners announced this week the close of Innovation Growth Fund III. At $100M on first close, and a goal of $250M in total, the third Innovation Fund is … READ MORE... about Yaletown Partners Prepares to Expand Portfolio with Launch of Largest Innovation Fund Yet
Why BC Hydro is ‘Doubling Down on Renewable Power’ with Latest Call to Action
British Columbia's provincial energy supplier has launched another call for power, seeking to secure new sources of affordable, clean electricity that will support the region's economy and create skilled jobs, according to Premier David Eby. “B.C. will be … READ MORE... about Why BC Hydro is ‘Doubling Down on Renewable Power’ with Latest Call to Action
4AG Robotics Raises $40M to Scale Mushroom-Harvesting Robots from B.C. to the World
Salmon Arm’s 4AG Robotics has secured $40 million in Series B financing to accelerate the global rollout of its autonomous mushroom-harvesting robots. The round was led by Astanor Ventures and Cibus Capital, with participation from Voyager Capital and … READ MORE... about 4AG Robotics Raises $40M to Scale Mushroom-Harvesting Robots from B.C. to the World
BC Founders Day Returns August 21st to Celebrate Startup Builders
A new generation of startup builders will gather in Vancouver on Thursday, August 21st for BC Founders Day, a one-of-a-kind event created to connect current and aspiring founders with some of the province’s most experienced entrepreneurs. Organized by … READ MORE... about BC Founders Day Returns August 21st to Celebrate Startup Builders
Vancouver Tech Startup Journeys Overseas to Battle-Test Housing Solutions in Saudi Arabia
Earlier this year, we reported on an emerging property technology company that unveiled a platform promising to revolutionize affordable housing delivery. Vancouver-based Meton AI is behind UNLOCKLAND, an artificially intelligent platform that aims to bring … READ MORE... about Vancouver Tech Startup Journeys Overseas to Battle-Test Housing Solutions in Saudi Arabia