Calgary company sees dip in total donations, but rise in volunteering compared to 2023. Calgary’s Benevity saw over $140 million donated to more than 56,000 nonprofits across 122 countries and territories through its platform on Giving Tuesday this Dec. 3. The corporate social impact software firm reported 148,000 individuals and 637 companies participated this […]
Fifty percent of venture firms surveyed by BDC Capital have no women senior investors. The compensation picture for women in VC may be reaching a tipping point in Canada—at least at the highest levels. For the first time, women’s average salary in senior investment roles was higher than that of men, according to the […]
Government-backed initiative will match founders with senior leaders at companies like Interac, Loblaw Digital, National Bank, and more. The National Angel Capital Organization (NACO) has rolled out a new initiative backed by the Government of Canada geared towards helping entrepreneurs across Canada strengthen their networks. The six-month programwhich was announced at Toronto tech conference […]
The Indigenous Tech Circle has grown to include more than 340 members across the US & Canada. A series of conversations that sprung from one question soon evolved into a vibrant community of more than 340 Indigenous tech leaders, founders, and professionals spread geographically across Turtle Island. The Indigenous Tech Circlewhich officially became a […]
AI scribe startup hopes platform can help veterinarians avoid burnout. Kitchener-Waterloo-based artificial intelligence (AI) startup Scribenote has closed $8.2 million in seed funding as it looks to advance the capabilities of its scribe tool for veterinarians. The round was led by Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), with participation from Inovia Capital, the Velocity Fund, and undisclosed […]
Startup plans to bring plant-based salmon alternative to US, Canadian markets. Toronto-based foodtech startup New School Foods has closed an $8-million CAD ($6-million USD) seed extension as it gears up to launch its plant-based salmon in the United States (US) and Canada. The seed extension was led by Good Startup, which invests in startups […]
The charitable donation software platform sought Maloof’s experience in strategic acquisitions and IPO. Calgary-based charitable donation management software firm Benevity has announced that Christopher Maloof will be replacing outgoing CEO Kelly Schmitt on Sept. 3. Maloof had been serving as an operating partner at prominent American software-focused private equity firm Thoma Bravo and was […]
“Who you are and whom you love shouldn’t hurt your business,” says small business minister. The federal government has revealed the organizations selected to deliver two key components of Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ Entrepreneurship Program. The $25-million federal program, first revealed in June 2023, aims to offer dedicated support to Canadian entrepreneurs who identify as 2SLGBTQI+. […]
