Nationsfirst Technologies is pioneering blockchain technology
Through its launchpads, wallets, tokens, and more, the startup aims to empower Indigenous communities to ‘fully reclaim their sovereignty.’
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Vancouver’s Fox Fold making a mark across North America
The startup disrupting the $60 billion tissue market has expanded from boutique hotels to major chains and a variety of other businesses.
Exit North Ventures plans to be “aggressive” with investments in fintech
The firm has already invested in two Vancouver startups, and its general partner team includes former Beanworks CEO Catherine Dahl.
Women of Novus launches for female builders
The women-only event series is defining what it means to create an inclusive and safe space in Vancouver’s tech and innovation scene.
Victory Square’s tech investments are reshaping healthcare
The Vancouver firm shares why it prioritizes the sector and why its portfolio companies have flourished.
New minister of jobs, economic development, and innovation lays out her vision for the province
The Oak Bay-Gordon Head MLA is an award-winning community builder and entrepreneur who co-founded the largest Indigenous-owned consulting firm in Canada.
Sprout Fund appoints representative to expand its presence in B.C.
The venture capital firm is “bullish” on the province and plans to make an additional 15 investments over the next year and a half.
Opening Round launches to support the next wave of founders and funders
Founded by Marlon Thompson, the firm is eager to “elevate outsiders in a notoriously inaccessible space.”
Sipply provides sommelier-approved drinks for any meal straight to your door
The Vancouver-based app’s pairings have increased sales for food and drinks retailers by 15 to 25 percent.
LOI Venture plans to invest in more early-stage startups before January
Founded by Hootsuite’s Ryan Holmes and angel investor Manny Padda, the firm shares what it’s looking for.
UBC’s Paul Onkundi Nyangaresi wins Mitacs Innovation Award for clean water breakthrough
The postdoctoral researcher was recognized for developing a first-of-its-kind rainwater disinfection system.
Ginkgo Health to launch the world’s first AI-powered exercise prescription app
The platform will deliver personalized training sessions for the prevention and management of chronic conditions and injuries.
Procurify raises USD $20 million from CIBC Innovation Banking
The software is used by the likes of Asana and Hootsuite and backed by Boris Wertz, Ryan Holmes, and Mark Cuban.
Tech2Step is empowering women and allies in tech
What started as five founders on a walk has grown to a community with over 350 members running organized events.
Vancouver founders launch the W.A.K.E Collective to support BIPOC women entrepreneurs
The organization plans to help members spotlight their innovation and connect them with investors.
Black Boys Code prepares youth to be ‘future leaders and innovators’ in tech
The Vancouver organization teaches digital literacy and STEM skills, with 17 chapters in Canada and two in the U.S.
Vancouver’s Photonic is pioneering quantum technologies
The company has raised over $100M from a pool of investors including Microsoft, and has partnered with Telus to help industries prepare for a quantum-secure future.
Vancouver’s Weave VC closes $6M fund for early-stage startups
The firm plans to make six to eight investments over the next 12 months across Western Canada.
Vancouver’s Spark acquires Juniper
The deal strengthens the company’s value proposition beyond marketing and sales for new developments.
Top Down Ventures launches fund for SaaS startups
The Vancouver firm plans to raise a total of USD $25 million in 2025 in the MSP space.
Flutter Care is on a mission to advance maternal and fetal care
With no reliable way to collect and share data on maternal mortality in Canada, the company's app and wearable device is a step toward driving change.
Vancouver’s Jane App partners with Documo to make faxing easy and secure
The integration eliminates the need for hardware or software beyond Documo while reducing costs and environmental impact.
New documentary unpacks how B.C. tech is fighting climate change
The six-part series by former VTJ staff writer Allison Gacad highlights the B.C. leaders transforming energy, mining, transportation, and food systems.
Vancouver’s Weave VC backs employee experience startup Wavy
The culture management platform plans to ‘dive deeper into people analytics and smart recommendations.’
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