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Opening Round launches to support the next wave of founders and funders

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.”

Lisa Tanh
Lisa Tanh
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Year in review: Vancouver tech's top news

Year in review: Vancouver tech's top news

From Clio’s history-making $900 million raise to Copperleaf’s $1 billion acquisition, there’s been no shortage of success stories.

Kate Wilson
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Innovate BC’s former CEO Greg Caws remembered for his legacy

Innovate BC’s former CEO Greg Caws remembered for his legacy

B.C.’s tech community shares their experiences learning from the late visionary and innovator.

Lisa Tanh
Lisa Tanh
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Sipply provides sommelier-approved drinks for any meal straight to your door

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.

Lisa Tanh
Lisa Tanh
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Innovate BC invests $1.5 million into five R&D projects

Innovate BC invests $1.5 million into five R&D projects

Each of the companies were recognized for their commercial and technical viability, and potential to be market-ready within three years.

Lisa Tanh
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$7.7 million invested into 13 B.C. climate tech companies

$7.7 million invested into 13 B.C. climate tech companies

The ventures were recognized for transforming cleantech industries, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and advancing wildfire management.

Lisa Tanh
Lisa Tanh
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LOI Venture plans to invest in more early-stage startups before January

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.

Lisa Tanh
Lisa Tanh
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UBC’s Paul Onkundi Nyangaresi wins Mitacs Innovation Award for clean water breakthrough

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.

Lisa Tanh
Lisa Tanh
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Ginkgo Health to launch the world’s first AI-powered exercise prescription app

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.

Lisa Tanh
Lisa Tanh
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Richmond’s UniUni closes USD $30 million Series C2 round

Richmond’s UniUni closes USD $30 million Series C2 round

Listed as one of Canada’s fastest-growing companies, the startup plans to use the new funding to expand rapidly in the U.S.

Lisa Tanh
Lisa Tanh
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Tech2Step is empowering women and allies in tech

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.

Lisa Tanh
Lisa Tanh
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Invest Alberta opens department to attract Vancouver companies

Invest Alberta opens department to attract Vancouver companies

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.

Lisa Tanh
Lisa Tanh