Lisa Tanh previously covered innovation at Vancouver Tech Journal.
Founded by UBC alumnus Paschal Okwundu, the startup provides education and tools to help users build their financial identity and credit history in Canada.
Jan 30, 2025
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Through its launchpads, wallets, tokens, and more, the startup aims to empower Indigenous communities to ‘fully reclaim their sovereignty.’
Jan 10, 2025
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The startup disrupting the $60 billion tissue market has expanded from boutique hotels to major chains and a variety of other businesses.
Jan 9, 2025
The firm has already invested in two Vancouver startups, and its general partner team includes former Beanworks CEO Catherine Dahl.
Jan 3, 2025
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The women-only event series is defining what it means to create an inclusive and safe space in Vancouver’s tech and innovation scene.
Jan 2, 2025
The Vancouver firm shares why it prioritizes the sector and why its portfolio companies have flourished.
Dec 20, 2024
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.
Dec 18, 2024
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The venture capital firm is “bullish” on the province and plans to make an additional 15 investments over the next year and a half.
Dec 17, 2024
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Plus, which startup ranked in Product Hunt's most popular products and another that was recently acquired by a leader in its field
Dec 15, 2024
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The funding will be used to support new technologies that aim to ensure the sustainability of local food production.
Dec 12, 2024
Founded by Marlon Thompson, the firm is eager to “elevate outsiders in a notoriously inaccessible space.”
Dec 10, 2024
B.C.’s tech community shares their experiences learning from the late visionary and innovator.
Dec 3, 2024
The Vancouver-based app’s pairings have increased sales for food and drinks retailers by 15 to 25 percent.
Dec 2, 2024
Each of the companies were recognized for their commercial and technical viability, and potential to be market-ready within three years.
Nov 29, 2024
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The ventures were recognized for transforming cleantech industries, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and advancing wildfire management.
Founded by Hootsuite’s Ryan Holmes and angel investor Manny Padda, the firm shares what it’s looking for.
Nov 28, 2024
The program will provide non-dilutive funding for projects that drive B.C.’s decarbonization and electrification goals.
Nov 26, 2024
The postdoctoral researcher was recognized for developing a first-of-its-kind rainwater disinfection system.
Nov 21, 2024
The platform will deliver personalized training sessions for the prevention and management of chronic conditions and injuries.
Nov 20, 2024
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Listed as one of Canada’s fastest-growing companies, the startup plans to use the new funding to expand rapidly in the U.S.
Nov 19, 2024
Plus, mark your calendars for our upcoming events — one of which features leaders with experience at Clio, Hootsuite, and TikTok.
Nov 17, 2024
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The funding aims to help the companies 'compete globally and boost B.C.'s reputation as an innovation powerhouse.'
Nov 15, 2024
What started as five founders on a walk has grown to a community with over 350 members running organized events.
Nov 14, 2024
The remote-based arm is able to advise B.C.-based businesses on the benefits of setting up a base in the province, and to help them make the move.
Nov 13, 2024
The software is used by the likes of Asana and Hootsuite and backed by Boris Wertz, Ryan Holmes, and Mark Cuban.
Nov 7, 2024
