# Startup Canada

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- [Startup Blog](https://www.startupcan.ca/learn/startup-blog/)
- [$200K in Year One With Zero Ad Spend with Ashlyn Newlove](https://www.startupcan.ca/200k-in-year-one-with-zero-ad-spend-with-ashlyn-newlove/): Ashlyn Newlove is the Creator and Founder of Smart Sip Cream Co. In this conversation, we talk about selling directly to customer and why grocery isn't always the best place for your product.
- [Integrating Empathy into a High-Growth Model with Teressa Dinshaw](https://www.startupcan.ca/a-business-model-that-combines-podiatry-and-retail-with-teressa-dinshaw/): Teressa Dinshaw is the Co-Founder and CEO of Align Custom Fit. Teressa joins Mallory Rowan for a conversation about shifting into the role of CEO, raising the industry standard by operating in excellence and including love as a business value. This series is hosted by Mallory Rowan and powered by CIBC Business Banking. Learn more
- [Polar Bears and Back by Bedtime with Josh Gale](https://www.startupcan.ca/polar-bears-and-back-by-bedtime-with-josh-gale/): Josh Gale is the President of Gold Star Canadian Tours, an adventure company that allows you to see polar bears and be home by bedtime. This episode discusses tourism marketing, business growth and delivering exceptional customer experiences.
- [Why Sharing Stories Beats Giving Advice with Rob Fraser](https://www.startupcan.ca/why-sharing-stories-beats-giving-advice-with-rob-fraser/): Our Podcast Producer met with Rob Fraser in Victoria BC before he took the Startup Canada Tour stage for his keynote. Tune in for some rapid fire questions and pitching advice from Rob, Founder and CEO of Outway.
- [The Messaging Shift That 6x'd Sales with Jessica Stevenson](https://www.startupcan.ca/the-messaging-shift-that-6xd-sales-with-jessica-stevenson/): At Everist, one product is sold every minute. But it wasn't always this way. Jessica Stevenson is the Co-Founder and CEO of Everist. In this episode, host Mallory Rowan and Jessica discuss how shifting brand messaging 6x'd sales. This series is hosted by Mallory Rowan and powered by CIBC Business Banking. Learn more about CIBC’s Women
- [Victoria, Thank you. The Lessons Learned That Our Founders Are Still Talking About](https://www.startupcan.ca/victoria-thank-you-the-lessons-learned-that-our-founders-are-still-talking-about/): On September 29, 2026, the Startup Canada team and partners landed at the Victoria Conference Centre in British Columbia’s capital, Victoria, for the second stop of our Startup Canada Tour. Founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders spent the day learning from people who have built, funded, and scaled businesses of their own. The day also featured
- [Victoria Founders Take Home Funding at the Startup Global National Pitch Competition](https://www.startupcan.ca/victoria-founders-take-home-funding-at-the-startup-global-national-pitch-competition/): Victoria, BC, September 29 – Startup Canada, in partnership with UPS and Export Development Canada (EDC), brought the Startup Global National Pitch Competition to the Victoria Conference Centre as part of the Startup Canada Tour, putting funding in the hands of Victoria founders who are building businesses with global visions. After a morning of founders
- [Never Back to Zero: Art, Aging and AI with Anthea Taljaard](https://www.startupcan.ca/never-back-to-zero-art-aging-and-ai-with-anthea-t/): Anthea Taljaard shares her journey from corporate management to folk art sculpture. We talk about how AI and digital assets are transforming her creative business and how she leverages her experience and technology to inspire and empower other experienced workers to generate income and find purpose in later life. This conversation briefly talks about trauma
- [Why Lived Experience Creates Better Accessibility Solutions with Trish Kelly](https://www.startupcan.ca/why-lived-experience-creates-better-accessibility-solutions-with-trish-kelly/): In this episode, Trish Kelly, Managing Director of Untapped Accessibility, shares her journey into accessible leadership, the importance of inclusive practices, and how her social enterprise is transforming accessibility in organizations across Canada.
- [Connecting Generations Through Kokom Scrunchies with Mya and Marcie Beaudry](https://www.startupcan.ca/connecting-generations-through-kokom-scrunchies-with-maya-and-marcie-beaudry/): Mya Beaudry is the Founder of Kokom Scrunchies. Mya shares her journey of expanding her business through innovative ideas like vending machines and partnerships with the Toronto Maple Leafs, and shares how her scrunchies honour the strong women in her life. Her story highlights the power of community support, creativity, and resilience in building a
- [How Skipper Otto Turned Seafood Into a Community Model with Sonia Strobel](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-skipper-otto-turned-seafood-into-a-community-model-with-sonia-strobel/): Sonia Strobel is the Co-Founder and CEO of Skipper Otto. Sonia shares how she has transformed the seafood industry community-supported fisheries and sustainable business models.
- [How Persistence Built a Pet Business That Won’t Quit with Smriti Pratishruti](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-persistence-built-a-pet-business-that-wont-quit-with-smriti-pratishruti/): Smriti Pratishruti is the Owner and Founder of PawzNDogz. In this episode, Smriti focuses on the importance of persistence, innovation in pet enrichment.
- [Turning Seaweed into Carbon Storing Insulation with Amy Yang](https://www.startupcan.ca/turning-seaweed-into-carbon-storing-insulation-with-amy-yang/): Amy Yang is the Co-Founder and CEO of Seafoam Materials, innovative seaweed-based insulation that will change the construction industry.
- [Startup Canada Bolsters Board of Directors as It Enters Its Next Growth Phase](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-bolsters-board-of-directors-as-it-enters-its-next-growth-phase/): New directors join as the organization thanks three outgoing board members for their years of service. OTTAWA, ON – August 18, 2026. Startup Canada is pleased to welcome five new members to its Board of Directors, officially onboarded at the organization's Annual General Meeting on August 13, 2026. Alison Carden, Ziyi Shi, Daniel Everall, Lan
- [Startup Canada renforce son conseil d'administration à l'aube d'une nouvelle phase de croissance](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-renforce-son-conseil-daministration-a-laube-dune-nouvelle-phase-de-croissance/): De nouveaux administrateurs se joignent au conseil, alors que l'organisme remercie trois membres sortants pour leurs années de service. OTTAWA (Ontario), le 18 août 2026. Startup Canada a le plaisir d'accueillir cinq nouveaux membres au sein de son conseil d'administration, officiellement intégrés lors de l'assemblée générale annuelle de l'organisme tenue le 13 août 2026. Alison
- [One Product, Done Right: How Cedar Valley Grew with Surria Fadel](https://www.startupcan.ca/one-product-done-right-how-cedar-valley-grew-with-surria-fadel/): These pita chips started as a school project. Now, they are available in retailers across Canada. Surria Fadel is the Co-Founder and COO of Cedar Valley.
- [Mapping Rural Roads: When Evacuation Routes Become Data with Ryan Gallagher](https://www.startupcan.ca/mapping-rural-roads-when-evacuation-routes-become-data-with-ryan-gallagher/): Ryan Gallagher's personal wildfire experience inspired a groundbreaking AI-powered platform that transforms rural road safety and maintenance, BackRoadIntel.
- [Ownership over Franchising: Expanding Coffee Bike Globally with Vlad Priadko](https://www.startupcan.ca/ownership-over-franchising-expanding-coffee-bike-globally-with-vlad-priadko/): Vlad Priadko began with just one bike. Now, Coffee Bike World is expanding across Canada and beyond.
- [Startup Global Industry Roundtable Recap: Healthcare](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-global-industry-roundtable-recap-healthcare/): On April 9, 2026, Startup Canada Global, in partnership with Export Development Canada (EDC) and UPS, hosted an Industry Roundtable focused on the unique challenges facing Canadian healthcare startups. Joining us were Ronen Benin of Zero to One Strategic, Nikitha Kendyala of Nucliq Biologics, and Ariel Garten of MUSE. The conversation covered everything from navigating
- [Startup Global Webinar Recap: Navigating Inter-Provincial Trade in Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-global-webinar-recap-navigating-inter-provincial-trade-in-canada/): On March 19, 2026, Startup Canada Global, in partnership with Export Development Canada (EDC) and UPS, hosted a webinar, Navigating Inter-Provincial Trade in Canada. The session brought together industry experts and a government representative to dig into one of the most overlooked growth opportunities for Canadian businesses. Our panellists included Nerissa Allen of Nerissa Allen
- [Urban Exploration with a Lower Carbon Footprint with Tasha Maynard](https://www.startupcan.ca/urban-exploration-with-a-lower-carbon-footprint-with-tasha-maynard/): Tasha Maynard is the Founder and CEO of HeyYa Carts, a new way to explore Victoria and Vancouver, BC. Discover how Tasha navigated regulatory challenges, grew HeyYa's fleet and where this idea began.
- [Closing the Endometriosis Diagnosis Gap with Maria Porcellato](https://www.startupcan.ca/closing-the-endometriosis-diagnosis-gap-with-maria-porcellato/): Maria Porcellato is the CEO of EndoDiagnosis Inc. Maria shares her journey developing the first non-invasive diagnostic test for endometriosis and explains how she is closing the endometriosis diagnosis gap by shortening wait times so women can be in control of their health.
- [The Rubiks Cube of Growth: Scaling Zero Collective with Ashley Boyce](https://www.startupcan.ca/the-rubiks-cube-of-growth-scaling-zero-collective-with-ashley-boyce/): Ashley Boyce is the CEO of Zero Collective. We focus on the pivotal moments in Ashley's career and how her background expands from corporate, to founder, to a CEO role. This series is hosted by Mallory Rowan and powered by CIBC Business Banking. Learn more about CIBC’s Women Entrepreneurs Hub. Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Music 
- [Networking, Identity and Building Monday Girl with Rachel Wong](https://www.startupcan.ca/networking-identity-and-building-monday-girl-with-rachel-wong/): Rachel Wong is the Co-Founder of Monday Girl. Rachel shares her journey from a successful corporate career at Uber to building a vibrant community for women professionals. Tune in to hear Rachel's journey from corporate to entrepreneurship, the evolution of networking for women and maintaining integrity while scaling. This series is hosted by Mallory Rowan
- [Turning Medical Conversations Into Actionable Health Support with Dr Anker Banerjee and Dr.Sina Marzough](https://www.startupcan.ca/turning-medical-conversations-into-actionable-health-support-with-dr-anker-banerjee-and-dr-sina-marzough/): Neurologist turned entrepreneurs Dr.Sina Marzugi and Dr. Ankur Banerjee discuss their innovative digital health program, Marcus Health. Marcus Health is a tool that empowers patients and and improves communication with health care professionals.
- [What Women Build When No One's Watching: Four Stories, Halfway Through the Startup Women Podcast x CIBC](https://www.startupcan.ca/what-women-build-when-no-ones-watching-four-stories-halfway-through-the-startup-women-podcast-x-cibc/): Introduction This March, we launched an 8-episode podcast series as part of our Startup Women Podcast in partnership with CIBC Business Banking, hosted by Mallory Rowan, and recorded at Studio House Toronto. We are officially at the halfway point in the series. Four episodes in, four episodes to go. Each conversation has gone deep into
- [Pride Rewind: Language Shapes Parental Support with Gill Damborg](https://www.startupcan.ca/pride-rewind-language-shapes-parental-support-with-gill-damborg/): Gill Damborg is the Chief Creative Officer at Brood. In this Pride Rewind episode, we revisit how the words we use affect the experience people can have, specifically how language, policy and systems can affect queer families. Learn about the care Brood provides to parents, communities and families. Revisit this previous conversation with Gill's co-founders
- [Pride Rewind: Sex, Health and Stigma Reduction with Ella Farlinger](https://www.startupcan.ca/sex-health-and-stigma-reduction-with-ella-farlinger/): Ella Farlinger is the Co-Founder of trusti. We reflect on the growth of trusti in this pride rewind episode, discussing the evolution of trusti's home STI test, the importance of institutional partners, and why building trust within the 2SLGBTQI+ community matters. Revisit our previous conversation with Ella and Serina | https://www.startupcan.ca/the-women-behind-trusti-with-ella-farlinger-and-serina-ahmed/
- [Startup Canada Welcomes Arielle Land as Director of Partnerships and Growth](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-welcomes-arielle-land-as-director-of-partnerships-and-growth/): Building Partnerships That Power Canada’s Entrepreneurial Ecosystem June 22, 2026 — Startup Canada is pleased to announce the appointment of Arielle Land as Director of Partnership and Growth, effective Jun 15, 2026. In her role as Director of Partnerships and Growth, Arielle will lead Startup Canada’s revenue strategy and steward partner relationships that power our
- [Startup Global Pop-up Pitch Competition: Calgary, Alberta](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-global-pop-up-pitch-competition-calgary-alberta/): Thursday, June 18th, 2026 — This week, entrepreneurs from across Alberta took the stage in Calgary for a shot at $15,000. Co-presented by UPS and Export Development Canada (EDC), the Startup Global Pop-up Pitch Competition came to the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT), bringing together founders with three minutes to make their case for
- [Pride Tape is Powerful with Jeff McLean](https://www.startupcan.ca/pride-tape-is-powerful-with-jeff-mclean/): Jeff McLean is the Co-Founder of Pride Tape. Jeff joins the Startup Canada Podcast to share how a small idea turned into a global movement creating safety in sports, and beyond. Parts of this conversation discuss experiences of homophobia, bullying, and hate. Please take breaks as needed if these topics are difficult for you.
- [Startup Canada Equal Slice Pitch Competition: Toronto, Ontario](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-equal-slice-pitch-competition-toronto-ontario/): Friday, June 5th, 2026 — On Wednesday, June 3, 2026, Startup Canada, in partnership with Pizza Hut Canada, brought the Equal Slice Pitch Competition to life in Toronto, Ontario. Hosted at the Google Canada offices, the event brought together 50 of the country’s most driven entrepreneurs for a day of high-energy pitching, community and a prize
- [Pride Rewind: Inclusion Is a Competitive Strategy with Naoufel Testaouni](https://www.startupcan.ca/pride-rewind-inclusion-is-a-competitive-strategy-with-naoufel-testaouni/): Naoufel Testaouni is the Co-Founder and CEO of QueerTech, where they empower 2SLGBQTIA+ people to break into the tech industry. Learn from QueerTech's national research on inclusive and responsible AI. The Startup Canada Podcast is revisiting some of our favourite conversations with 2SLGBTQIA+ entrepreneurs from across Canada, and checking in on where they are now.
- [Pride Rewind: Joy as Progress with Rae Hill](https://www.startupcan.ca/pride-rewind-joy-as-progress-with-rae-hill/): Rae Hill is the Founder and Owner of Origami Customs, a custom-made swimwear and intimates brand designed for all bodies. The Startup Canada Podcast is revisiting some of our favourite conversations with 2SLGBTQIA+ entrepreneurs from across Canada, and checking in on where they are now. Enjoy our conversation with Rae and learn what has changed
- [Startup Global National Virtual Pitch Competition 2026](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-global-national-virtual-pitch-competition-2026/): Friday, May 29, 2026 — This week, globally aspiring entrepreneurs from across Canada pitched their business for a shot at $8,500. Co-presented by UPS and Export Development Canada (EDC), the Startup Global National Virtual Pitch Competition brought together founders from coast to coast to coast with three minutes to share their ambitions of bringing their
- [Modern HR for Small Business Success with Laura Tolhoek](https://www.startupcan.ca/modern-hr-for-small-business-success-with-laura-tolhoek/): Laura Tolhoek of Essential HR shares her journey from HR professional to founder, emphasizing the importance of proactive, relationship-driven HR support for small businesses. Discover practical strategies for flexible HR solutions, effective hiring, and leveraging AI in HR processes.
- [Permission to Rest: Slowing Down in Hustle Culture with Janine Felst](https://www.startupcan.ca/permission-to-rest-slowing-down-in-hustle-culture-with-janine-felst/): Janine Felst is the Founder of Hooky. In a world obsessed with hustle, Janine is selling the permission to rest. Tune in hear about developing products from scratch, building a brand around comfort and self care and why founder led storytelling leads to business growth.
- [From Criminal to Kernels: Popcorn and Purpose with Emily O'Brien](https://www.startupcan.ca/from-criminal-to-kernels-popcorn-and-purpose-with-emily-obrien/): Emily O'Brien is the Founder of Comeback Snacks, a specialty popcorn company that challenges the status quo. After being sentenced to a four-year federal prison term following her arrest at Pearson International Airport, Emily set out on a mission to transform herself and make her time in prison as meaningful as possible.
- [Halifax, You Delivered: The Moments and Lessons That Stuck With Us](https://www.startupcan.ca/halifax-you-delivered-the-moments-and-lessons-that-stuck-with-us/): We kicked off the 2026 Startup Canada Tour in Halifax, Nova Scotia, on April 29, 2026, and we are still buzzing about the energy that filled the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21! From our bold keynote, Barb Stegemann, to honest, unfiltered conversations about what it really takes to build a business in Atlantic
- [From Slack Group to Building a Community for Women Investors with Bhargavi Varma](https://www.startupcan.ca/from-slack-group-to-building-a-community-for-women-investors-with-bhargavi-varma/): Bhargavi Varma is the Founder of Brown Girl Angels, a global collective of South Asian women angel investors, venture capitalists and founders. Too often we only celebrate the latest milestone, project or our most recent success metric, but on this show we know there is so much more to the journey. This series is hosted
- [After Service: Building Space and Community for Women Veterans with Sandra Perron](https://www.startupcan.ca/after-service-building-space-and-community-for-women-veterans-with-sandra-perron/): In 1990, Sandra made history as Canada’s first female infantry officer. Today, Sandra is the Founder and President of the Pepper Pod, a nonprofit supporting women veterans. Discover how her personal experiences, leadership qualities, and strategic funding have shaped a transformative space for healing, community, and empowerment. This series is hosted by Mallory Rowan and powered
- [Startup Global National Pitch Competition: Halifax, Nova Scotia](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-global-national-pitch-competition-halifax-nova-scotia/): Monday, May 4, 2026 On April 29, 2026, Startup Canada brought the Startup Global National Pitch Competition to Halifax, Nova Scotia, shining a spotlight on Atlantic Canada’s most promising early-stage entrepreneurs with global ambitions. Hosted at The Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21, more than 40 founders pitched behind closed doors to a panel
- [Turning Personal Deficits into Superpowers with Barb Stegemann](https://www.startupcan.ca/turning-personal-deficits-into-supoerpowers-with-barb-stegemann/): Tune in to this mini epiosde as we chatted with Barb Stegemann before she took the stage as our Startup Canada Halifax Tour keynote speaker. Barb Stegemann launched The 7 Virtues from her garage on a Visa card, armed only with a dream to help communities in war ridden nations rebuild. Today, The 7 Virtues
- [The Shift Back to Brand and Authenticity with Warren Thompson](https://www.startupcan.ca/the-shift-back-to-brand-and-authenticity-with-warren-thompson/): Warren Thompson is the Founder of Ollo Metrics. Warren shares insights on building scalable, autonomous businesses, the importance of measurement in marketing, and how authenticity helps strategy.
- [Startups, Sovereignty, and the New Defence Economy with Hunter Scharfe](https://www.startupcan.ca/startups-sovereignty-and-the-new-defence-economy-with-hunter-scharfe/): Hunter Scharfe if the CEO of Juno Industries. Hunter discusses Canada's defence technology sector, the importance of passion in entrepreneurship, and the strategic opportunities in national defence innovation. Learn more about Canada's first Defence Industrial Strategy
- [The Growth of Spyce Girlz with Lily Bond](https://www.startupcan.ca/the-growth-of-spyce-girlz-with-lily-bond/): Lily Bond shares her inspiring journey from starting Spyce Girlz Seasonings at age 13 to overcoming legal challenges and rebranding. Tune in to hear about authentic branding, product innovation, mentorship, and giving back in entrepreneurship.
- [Breaking Barriers in Concussion Screening with Andrew Cordssen-David](https://www.startupcan.ca/breaking-barriers-in-concussion-screening-with-andrew-cordssen-david/): Andrew Cordssen-David if the co-founder and CEO of Headfirst. Andrew emphasizes the importance of passion in entrepreneurship, the challenges of funding and product development, and the role of accelerators in supporting startups.
- [Not Your Kid’s LEGO Story: The Rise of Brick Chick with Jenn Just](https://www.startupcan.ca/not-your-kids-lego-story-the-rise-of-brick-chick-with-jenn-just/): It's not just about LEGO. Jenn Just has created products that adults were missing and can now collect and love. Jenn Just is The Brick Chick, this conversation covers Brick Chick's business model, the importance of authenticity, navigating cross-border logistics, and embracing neurodiversity as a strength in entrepreneurship. Shop custom LEGO at The Brick Chick
- [Entrepreneur Voices: The 2025 Equal Slice Pitch Competition](https://www.startupcan.ca/entrepreneur-voices-the-2025-equal-slice-pitch-competition/): In this mini epiosde of the Startup Canada Podcast, we hear from Tammy Watson, Founder of Canadian HandyWoman, Merveille Mokoko, Co-Founder of Yekola and Shruti Priya Agarwal, Co-Founder of Whippd, about their experience in the 2025 Equal Slice Program, presented by Pizza Hut. The Equal Slice Program is presented in partnership with Pizza Hut and
- [Startup Canada and Pizza Hut Are Back, and They’re Bringing $100,000 With Them](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-and-pizza-hut-are-back-and-theyre-bringing-100000-with-them/): FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Ottawa, ON — March 9, 2026 — Startup Canada and Pizza Hut are officially firing up the ovens for another year of the Equal Slice Program. Back for 2026, the program is providing $100,000 in grant funding for founders who are ready to pitch, learn, and grow. This year, the program features
- [Ignored by the Market: Building for the Overlooked Customer with Kathy Tran-Riese](https://www.startupcan.ca/building-for-the-overlooked-cutomer-with-kathy-tran-riese/): Kathy Tran-Riese is the Founder of Kay Tran Eyewear. In this episode, Kathy shares her journey of creating stylish and inclusive eyewear designed specifically for individuals with low nose bridges. She discusses the importance of embracing niche markets, the challenges of launching a product, and the evolution of her business.
- [How to Start a Beauty Brand With $4,000 with Connie Lo](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-to-start-a-beauty-brand-with-4000-with-connie-lo/): Connie Lo is the co-founder of Three Ships Beauty. Like many founders, there are moments along the way that are pivotal. In this episode, Connie shares her journey of starting a clean beauty brand with $4,000, the significance of trust, communication and shared values with your co-founder and what they decided to do when their
- [Startup Canada and CIBC Business Banking Are Turning Up the Volume for Women Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-and-cibc-business-banking-are-turning-up-the-volume-for-women-entrepreneurs/): Something big is happening for women entrepreneurs in Canada. In partnership with CIBC, Startup Canada is thrilled to launch the 2026 Startup Women Podcast, an 8-episode series dedicated to amplifying the real stories, challenges, and triumphs of women founders across the country. Hosted by Mallory Rowan and recorded at Studio House Toronto, this series dives
- [Rachel Bartholomew, Founder of Femtech Canada and Hyivy Health](https://www.startupcan.ca/rachel-bartholomew-founder-of-femtech-canada-and-hyivy-health/): In this conversation, Rachel Bartholomew, founder of Femtech Canada and HyIvy Health, shares her personal journey through cancer diagnosis and treatment, which inspired her to innovate in women's health technology. She discusses the growth of FemTech Canada, its international collaborations, and the current state of the FemTech ecosystem in Canada. Rachel emphasizes the importance of
- [Connecting Menstruators Across Canada with Nadia Ladak and Rashmi Prakash](https://www.startupcan.ca/connecting-menstruators-across-canada-with-nadia-ladak-and-rashmi-prakash/): In this episode of the Startup Women podcast, we speak with Rashmi Prakash and Nadia Ladak, two innovative leaders in the menstrual health space. They discuss their journeys in creating Aruna Revolution and Marlow, the challenges they face in securing investment, and the importance of community building and education around menstrual health.
- [The Women Behind Trusti with Ella Farlinger and Serina Ahmad](https://www.startupcan.ca/the-women-behind-trusti-with-ella-farlinger-and-serina-ahmed/): In this episode, hosts Kayla Isabelle and Melanie Ewan welcome Ella Farlinger and Serina Ahmad, the co-founders of trusti, a platform aimed at making STI testing more accessible and stigma-free. The conversation explores the founders' backgrounds, the vision behind trusti, the challenges of sexual health education, insights into the FemTech ecosystem, and the importance of
- [Exploring Menopause and Perimenopause with Lori Casselman](https://www.startupcan.ca/exploring-menopause-and-perimenopause-with-lori-casselman/): In this episode of the Startup Woman podcast, Lori Casselman discusses her journey in launching June Health, a digital health platform focused on supporting midlife women through perimenopause and menopause. She shares insights on the unique challenges women face during this transition, the spectrum of symptoms that can arise, and the importance of reframing the
- [Profit as Possibility with Staci Millard](https://www.startupcan.ca/profit-as-possibility-with-staci-millard/): Staci Millard is the CEO of Thrive Accounting. She emphasizes the importance of financial awareness for entrepreneurs and discusses how understanding financial strategy can lead to business growth and freedom for founders.
- [The Story That Sparked a Purpose-Driven Brand with Kristyn Carriere](https://www.startupcan.ca/the-story-that-sparked-a-purpose-driven-brand-with-kristyn-carriere/): Kristyn Carriere, is the Co-Founder of Seven Summits Snacks. In this episode, she shares the poignant story behind her chocolate bars and how loss sparked a wave of ideas for a snack that supports active lifestyles, emphasizing balance and nutrition.
- [Navigating Acquisitions: Podcasts, Partnerships and Progress](https://www.startupcan.ca/navigating-acquisitions-podcasts-partnerships-and-progress-with-amanda-cupido-and-jennifer-hollett/): In this episode, Amanda Cupido discusses her journey with Lead Podcasting and where it has grown to today. Amanda and Jennifer discuss the importance of relationships and share their acquisitions journey.
- [Something Big Is Coming: Introducing the Startup Global National Pitch Competition](https://www.startupcan.ca/something-big-is-coming-introducing-the-startup-global-national-pitch-competition/): Ottawa, ON — February 26, 2026 - We're kicking off an exciting new chapter this year, and we couldn't be more energized to share it with you. For the first time ever, we're launching the Startup Global National Pitch Competition: a coast-to-coast pitch experience that brings together Canada's most ambitious founders, culminating in one unforgettable
- [Startup Canada Launches Startup Global 2026: Empowering Canadian Entrepreneurs to Go Global](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-launches-startup-global-2026-empowering-canadian-entrepreneurs-to-go-global/): FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OTTAWA, ON — Startup Canada is excited to announce the launch of Startup Global 2026, a comprehensive program designed to equip Canadian entrepreneurs with the tools, networks, and resources needed to confidently expand their businesses into international markets. Building on the success of 2025, which engaged over 12,800 entrepreneurs, Startup Global 2026
- [Canada's AI Moment: What We Heard at the Table](https://www.startupcan.ca/canadas-ai-moment-what-we-heard-at-the-table/): February 9, 2025 — Ottawa On February 9th, Startup Canada, as part of its Startup Gov programming, partnered with Meta to host a closed-door roundtable in Ottawa. The gathering brought together founders and innovators who have built and deployed solutions using open-source AI models, including Meta's Llama, for an honest conversation about what's working, what
- [From Grief to Growth: Building an Inclusive Fashion Brand with Navdeep Parmanand](https://www.startupcan.ca/from-grief-to-growth-building-an-inclusive-fashion-brand-with-navdeep-parmanand/): Navdeep Parmanand is the Founder of Celebrate Your Curves. She discusses the importance of starting a business with passion and purpose, the cultural influences that shaped her vision, and the gaps she identified in the fashion industry for adaptive clothing.
- [Startup Canada Announces 2026 National Tour Dates](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-announces-2026-national-tour-dates/): FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OTTAWA, ON — Startup Canada has announced the return of the Startup Canada Tour for 2026, a national in-person event series designed to connect entrepreneurs with the resources, networks, and ecosystem support needed to start and grow successful businesses in Canada. The 2026 Startup Canada Tour will launch in Halifax, Nova Scotia,
- [Pursuing and Preserving Language to Keep Culture with Merveille Mukoko](https://www.startupcan.ca/pursuing-and-preserving-language-to-keep-culture-with-merveille-mukoko/): Merveille Mukoko is the co-founder of Yekola. In this episode, he shares insights from his journey in the startup world, particularly focusing on the importance of preserving African languages and cultures through technology.
- [Turning Home Care Into Self Care with Tammy Watson](https://www.startupcan.ca/turning-home-care-into-self-care-with-tammy-watson/): Meet Tammy Watson, Founder of Canadian HandyWoman. Tammy shares her inspiring journey from a civil service career to becoming a DIY coach and mentor. Tammy discusses her experience in the Startup Canada Equal Slice Pitch Competition, highlighting the importance of community and collaboration among entrepreneurs.
- [28 Resources to Support Black Entrepreneurs in Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/28-resources-to-support-black-entrepreneurs-in-canada/): Startup Canada wanted to take a moment to celebrate the incredible contributions of Black Canadians across communities and industries. While entrepreneurship can be challenging, Black founders often face additional barriers in accessing funding, mentorship, and networks, barriers that can also create psychological hurdles. In fact, a 2025 BDC study found that 72% of Black entrepreneurs
- [From Family Metal Shop to Luxury Outdoor Kitchens with Cameron Mason](https://www.startupcan.ca/from-family-metal-shop-to-luxury-outdoor-kitchens-with-cameron-mason/): Cameron Mason is a third-generation leader of a family metal fabrication business and Founder of West Porch. In this episode, Cameron shares how he’s turning outdoor kitchens into a year-round Canadian luxury experience, blending craftsmanship, innovation, and design.
- [Startup Canada Launches Startup Women 2026: Advancing Women-Identifying Entrepreneurs Across Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-launches-startup-women-2026-advancing-women-identifying-entrepreneurs-across-canada/): FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OTTAWA, ON — Startup Canada is proud to announce the return of Startup Women and the launch of its 2026 programming. This comprehensive program is designed to advance women-identifying entrepreneurs across Canada by providing the support, resources, and community needed to thrive at every stage of the entrepreneurial journey. Building on the
- [Whipped Up: Turning Butter Into a $2B Opportunity with Shruti Priya Agarwal](https://www.startupcan.ca/whipped-up-turning-butter-into-a-2b-opportunity-with-shruti-priya-agarwal/): Whipdd is what happens when you decide to grow a gap in the butter industry. Shruti Priya Agarwal is the Co-Founder of Whipdd, delicious flavoured butter that is available in more than 200 stores across Canada.
- [Startup Canada Partners With Mastercard to Launch Startup AI and Help Entrepreneurs Navigate AI with Confidence, Clarity, and Care](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-partners-with-mastercard-to-launch-startup-ai-and-help-entrepreneurs-navigate-ai-with-confidence-clarity-and-care/): FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Ottawa, ON — February 2, 2026 — Startup Canada, in partnership with Mastercard, announces Startup AI, a new national pilot program designed to help early-stage and scale-up entrepreneurs across Canada make sense of artificial intelligence and use it responsibly, practically, and with confidence. AI is rapidly reshaping how businesses operate, compete, and
- [How Sunday Slowness Shaped a Brand with Stacey Kalsi](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-sunday-slowness-shaped-a-brand-with-stacey-kalsi/): Stacey Kalsi joins the podcast to discuss how lived experience, patience, and intentional decision-making shaped the creation of Sunday Littles.
- [Trading the ER for Entrepreneurship: When Care Becomes the Mission with Dr. Laura Shoots](https://www.startupcan.ca/trading-the-er-for-entrepreneurship-when-care-becomes-the-mission-with-dr-laura-shoots/): Tune in as Dr. Laura Shoots shares her inspiring transition from an ER doctor to the founder of Take Care, a platform revolutionizing how families prepare for medical and personal decisions.
- [Celebrating 12 Founders Shaping Canada’s Startup Future](https://www.startupcan.ca/celebrating-12-founders-shaping-canadas-startup-future/): Startup Canada highlighted 12 incredible entrepreneurs who are building bold, impactful, and innovative companies across Canada! You might have already seen some of these founders featured on our social media channels, and now, we’re bringing their stories together in one place! These entrepreneurs are shaping the Canadian startup landscape! They were selected as winners of
- [The First Slice: How the Startup Canada Equal Slice Program Launched a New Era of Equitable Entrepreneurship](https://www.startupcan.ca/the-first-slice-how-the-startup-canada-equal-slice-program-launched-a-new-era-of-equitable-entrepreneurship/): When we launched the Startup Canada Equal Slice program, powered by Pizza Hut Canada in 2025, we knew there were incredible entrepreneurs across the country who just needed the right opportunity to showcase and grow their businesses; What we didn't know was just how many were out there, ready to step up and share their
- [Standing Out in Canadian Business with Rick Spence](https://www.startupcan.ca/standing-out-in-canadian-business-with-rick-spence/): In this episode, our Podcast Producer Maddie Stiles interviews our host Rick Spence, President of CanEntrepreneur Communications. Rick discusses the importance of standing out in business, the evolution of media, and the role of entrepreneurs in driving innovation and social change. Episodes Mentioned | Arlyne James, My Dorm Store Kristyn Carriere, 7 Summits Snacks Julie Cole,
- [The Business Behind Better Dorm Rooms with Arlyne James](https://www.startupcan.ca/the-business-behind-better-dorm-rooms-with-arlyne-james/): Arlyne James is the Founder of My Dorm Store, a nation wide solution for students arriving at university. In this episode, Arlyne highlights the importance of making university transitions easier and lessening the chaos of these transitions.
- [Sustainability on Set: Transforming Entertainment with Zena Harris](https://www.startupcan.ca/transforming-entertainment-a-sustainability-journey-with-zena-harris/): In this episode, we sit down with Zena Harris, Founder and President of GreenSpark Group, to explore how she’s transforming sustainability in the film and entertainment industry. From recycling foam spaceships on The X-Files to helping studios and national broadcasters embed sustainable practices, Zena shares what it really takes to change an entire industry from
- [Startup Canada and Pizza Hut Canada Join Forces in Three-Year Partnership to Support Entrepreneurs with $300,000 in Cash Grants through Pizza Hut’s Equal Slice Program](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-and-pizza-hut-canada-join-forces-in-three-year-partnership-to-support-entrepreneurs-with-300000-in-cash-grants-through-pizza-huts-equal-slice-program/): Ottawa, ON, April 2, 2025 –Startup Canada is excited to announce a three-year partnership with Pizza Hut Canada to create greater opportunities for Canadian entrepreneurs. The partnership is supported by Pizza Hut’s Equal Slice Program, which is entering its 5th year of removing barriers and fostering employability in the communities served by Pizza Hut. During
- [How to Maximize Your Software Spend: Cashback and Discounts Every Finance Team Should Be Using](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-to-maximize-your-software-spend-cashback-and-discounts-every-finance-team-should-be-using/): Canadian small businesses are investing more than ever in technology. From AI tools to automation platforms, software now powers almost every part of the operations – but that progress comes with a cost. As budgets rise, so does the pressure to make every dollar count. In fact, 71% of Canadian SMBs are already using AI
- [How Community and Storytelling Built Mabel’s Labels with Julie Cole](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-community-and-storytelling-built-mabels-labels-with-julie-cole/): Julie Cole is the Co-Founder and Senior Director of Mabel's Labels. In this episode, she shares her journey from being a lawyer to an entrepreneur. She discusses the early days of Mabel's Labels, the evolution of their products, and the importance of storytelling in business. Julie emphasizes the significance of networking, managing expectations, and the
- [Roundtable Key Takeaways: Investing in Canadian SMEs: Competition and Financing for Economic Growth ](https://www.startupcan.ca/roundtable-key-takeaways-investing-in-canadian-smes-competition-and-financing-for-economic-growth/): The Competition Bureau's Role in a Competitive Financial Landscape The financing landscape for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Canada is evolving rapidly. On October 21st, the Startup Gov program, in partnership with the Competition Bureau, hosted a dynamic session as part of the Startup Canada Tour stop in Mississauga, open to all attendees, focused
- [Made for Newfoundland Weather: The Mernini Origin Story with Maria Halfyard](https://www.startupcan.ca/made-for-newfoundland-weather-the-mernini-origin-story-with-maria-halfyard/): Maria Halfyard is the Founder of the Canadian raincoat brand Mernini. Hear about how she identified a gap in the outerwear market to successfully launching her brand. Maria discusses the importance of problem-solving, adaptability, and customer feedback in building a business.
- [Building the Future: Key Lessons on Resilience and Funding from the Last Stop of the 2025 Startup Canada Tour ](https://www.startupcan.ca/building-the-future-key-lessons-on-resilience-and-funding-from-the-last-stop-of-the-2025-startup-canada-tour/): The 2025 Startup Canada Tour recently made its final destination stop in Mississauga, bringing together a powerhouse lineup of founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders to spark conversation, connection, and candid discussion about what it takes to scale a business in Canada. The day was packed with lessons, from the gritty reality of early-stage funding to
- [Advice on Building, Failing and Growing with Michele Romanow, Jenn Harper and Wes Hall](https://www.startupcan.ca/advice-on-building-failing-and-growing-with-michele-romanow-jenn-harper-and-wes-hall/): In this episode, we go backstage with our keynote speakers of the Startup Canada Tour; Michele Romanow,Co-Founder of Clearco and "Dragon" on CBC Dragon's Den, Jenn Harper, Founder and CEO of Cheekbone Beauty, and Wes Hall, Founder and CEO of Kingsdale Advisors, and "Dragon" on CBC Dragon's Den. Enjoy these intimate conversations hosted by Rick
- [Reconnecting People, Places and Culture Through Plants with Shayla Chalifoux](https://www.startupcan.ca/reconnecting-people-places-and-culture-through-plants-with-shayla-chalifoux/): Discover how Shayla is indigenizing plant spaces by incorporating native plants and Indigenous knowledge into urban landscapes. Learn about her mission to heal the land and reconnect communities with their cultural roots through sustainable stewardship and the power of native flora. Check out Shaylish Plants.
- [The Startup Global Program Announces the 2025 Winners at the Final Stop of the Startup Canada Tour](https://www.startupcan.ca/the-startup-global-program-announces-the-2025-winners-at-the-final-stop-of-the-startup-canada-tour/): Mississauga, ON – October 22nd, 2025 - Today, Startup Canada announced the winners of the 2025 Startup Global Pitch Competition Grand Finale. Amidst the full-house crowd of the final Startup Canada Tour stop in Mississauga, Ranah Chavoshi, Co-Founder & CEO of PhyCo Technologies Inc., was named the first-place winner, taking home $30,000. Joeydolls, founded by
- [Transforming Caregiving: When Engineering Meets Empathy with Andrew Karesa](https://www.startupcan.ca/transforming-caregiving-when-engineering-meets-empathy-with-andrew-karesa/): In this episode, Andrew Karesa, CEO of blueBell Village shares insights into his innovative approach, blending technology with personalized care, and discusses the challenges and triumphs of being an Indigenous entrepreneur in the health tech sector.
- [A New Look at International Trade: The Challenges Facing Alberta's Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/a-new-look-at-international-trade-the-challenges-facing-albertas-entrepreneurs/): On September 12, Startup Canada’s Startup Gov program hosted a critical conversation with a dynamic group of entrepreneurs from Alberta. The discussion highlighted the significant and often complex challenges that Canadian small businesses face when attempting to expand beyond their borders, particularly into the United States. This timely roundtable revealed that while government and ecosystem
- [How Pop Up Comedy is Powering Small Business with Cole Chauvin](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-pop-up-comedy-is-powering-small-business-with-cole-chauvin/): Discover how Cole Chauvin is transforming local businesses into vibrant comedy venues, creating unique experiences that break down barriers and bring communities together. From his journey in improv to founding a pop-up comedy series, Cole shares insights on creativity, entrepreneurship, and the power of humor in today's world.
- [Google, AI and Your Business: What Entrepreneurs Need to Know with Natasha Walji](https://www.startupcan.ca/google-ai-and-your-business-what-entrepreneurs-need-to-know-with-natasha-walji/): In this episode of the Startup Canada podcast, Natasha Walji, Managing Director at Google Canada, shares insights on leveraging AI for business growth. She emphasizes the transformative power of AI in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and discusses her journey in technology and community service. Key Resources for Canadian Small Businesses Google's AI Essentials Course:
- [Clarity Over Complexity: Email and AI for Small Business with Amanda Parker](https://www.startupcan.ca/clarity-over-complexity-email-and-ai-for-small-business-with-amanda-parker/): In this episode, Amanda Parker, the Country Manager for Canada at Constant Contact, shares valuable insights on email marketing and its relevance for small businesses. Amanda emphasizes the importance of clarity in marketing strategies, and how entrepreneurs can leverage email to build strong connections with their customers. Constant Contact is offering 30% off of their
- [Documenting Decisions: Clarity for the Construction Industry with Karly Heffernan](https://www.startupcan.ca/documenting-decisions-clarity-for-the-construction-industry-with-karly-heffernan/): Karly Heffernan shares her journey from being an elite hockey player for Team Canada to co-founding Hardline, an AI-driven solution for the construction industry. She explains how Hardline captures and documents critical conversations to prevent costly mistakes and highlights the challenges and strategies of fundraising in the tech space.
- [The Power of Emotional Literacy for Entrepreneurs with Rhiannon Rosalind](https://www.startupcan.ca/power-of-emotional-literacy-with-rhiannon-rosalind/): Rhiannon Rosalind is the former CEO of the Economic Club of Canada. She shares her journey from leading a national platform to founding Conscious Economics, a nonprofit focused on financial therapy and systemic change. We talk about financial trauma and the importance of inner work for entrepreneurs.
- [Entrepreneurial Energy in Moncton: Meet the Startup Global Pop-up Pitch Winners](https://www.startupcan.ca/entrepreneurial-energy-in-moncton-meet-the-startup-global-pop-up-pitch-winners/): On September 17, 2025, Startup Canada brought the Startup Global Pop-up Pitch Competition to Moncton, New Brunswick, shining a spotlight on the region’s most promising early-stage entrepreneurs with global ambitions. More than 40 founders pitched behind closed doors to a panel of judges, and only the top five advanced to pitch live in front of
- [Solving the Messy Middle of Manufacturing with AI with Kathleen Chan](https://www.startupcan.ca/solving-the-messy-middle-of-manufacturing-with-ai-with-kathleen-chan/): In this Startup Podcast episode, our host Rick Spence speaks to Kathleen Chan, Founder and CEO of Calico AI. Kathleen discusses the the role of AI in streamlining supply chains, and the impressive growth of Calico. Kathleen also offers valuable advice for first-time founders and emerging brands, highlighting the significance of understanding customer needs and
- [Final Stop: The 2025 Startup Canada Tour Arrives in Mississauga on October 21](https://www.startupcan.ca/final-stop-startup-canada-tour-arrives-in-mississauga-on-october-21/): On October 21, the Startup Canada Tour heads to Mississauga for a full day of ideas, insights, and inspiration. Entrepreneurs will hear from some of Canada's most recognized leaders and gain practical strategies to take their businesses to the next level, from powerful founder stories to expert advice on finance, marketing, and mental health. This
- [Startup Canada Announces Jenn Juby as Interim CEO During Kayla Isabelle’s Parental Leave](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-announces-jenn-juby-as-interim-ceo-during-kayla-isabelles-parental-leave/): Startup Canada Announces Jenn Juby as Interim CEO During Kayla Isabelle’s Parental Leave Guiding Canada’s Entrepreneurial Community Through a Season of Growth Ottawa, Ontario, September 15, 2025 - Startup Canada announced today that their current Managing Director, Jenn Juby, will be stepping in as Interim CEO, effective September 15, 2025, as the current CEO, Kayla
- [Scaling Smart: Riipen’s Marketplace Approach with Sarah Blackmore](https://www.startupcan.ca/scaling-smart-riipens-marketplace-approach-with-sarah-blackmore/): Sarah Blackmore is the VP of Operations and Head of People and Culture at Riipen. In this epiosde we discuss the importance of scaling businesses, engaging talent, and the unique marketplace model of Riipen that connects students with real-world projects. Sarah shares insights on the impact of Ripen's programs on students and employers, the significance
- [Food Sovereignty and Biology as Software with Jon Lomow](https://www.startupcan.ca/food-sovereignty-and-biology-as-software-with-jon-lomow/): Jon Lomow is the Founder and CEO of Fieldless Farms, a company revolutionizing agriculture by growing crops indoors without fields. Jon discusses the challenges and opportunities in the Canadian food sector, emphasizing the importance of food sovereignty and the role of technology in modern farming.
- [Trees, Technology and Transparency with Derrick Emsley](https://www.startupcan.ca/trees-technology-and-transparency-with-derrick-emsley/): In this episode, Derrick Emsley, Founder and CEO of veritree and tentree emphasizes the need for transparency and verification in tree planting initiatives and shares insights on building a restorative business model that goes beyond mere sustainability.
- [Investing in Misfits: How Difference Drives Innovation with Mandy Potter](https://www.startupcan.ca/investing-in-misfits-how-difference-drives-innovation-with-mandy-potter/): Mandy Potter, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Misfit Ventures shares her journey as an entrepreneur, her experiences in the startup ecosystem, and her passion for inclusivity in venture capital. She discusses the importance of being a 'misfit' and how it can be a strength in entrepreneurship.
- [Buying Business: How to Spot Opportunity in the Ordinary with Maureen Ngo](https://www.startupcan.ca/buying-business-how-to-spot-opportunity-in-the-ordinary-with-maureen-ngo/): In this episode, hear from Maureen Ngo, Founder and Owner of East Van Laundry and Coastal Waves Swim School. Discover how Maureen's journey from university dropout to successful entrepreneur was fuelled by her fascination with non-sexy, yet profitable ventures like laundromat.
- [Upskilling a New Generation of Leaders with Sarah Stockdale](https://www.startupcan.ca/upskilling-a-new-generation-of-leaders-with-sarah-stockdale/): Dive into the world of up-skilling and learning with Sarah Stockdale, Founder and CEO of Growclass. Hear about the power of community, the importance of staying scrappy, and the mantra that kept her going: "Just don't die."
- [Redefining Representation Starts with Play with Samantha Ong](https://www.startupcan.ca/redefining-representation-starts-with-play-with-samantha-ong/): Joey Dolls is dedicated to celebrating Asian cultures through inclusive play. Samantha Ong is the Founder and in this episode we discuss creating culturally representative dolls, the challenges of manufacturing and the growth of her business since it's launch in 2023.
- [Love, Identity, and Moissanite with Justin De Bernardi](https://www.startupcan.ca/love-identity-and-moissanite-with-justin-de-bernardi/): Justin DiBernardi, is the Co-Founder of El&Elle, a Toronto-based jewelry retailer. This conversation explores the importance of listening to customers, the unique qualities of moissanite, and the brand's commitment to fair pricing and inclusivity.
- [Staying on Top: Collars, Community an Conscious Business with Braden Haley](https://www.startupcan.ca/staying-on-top-collars-community-an-conscious-business-with-braden-haley/): In this episode of the Startup Canada podcast, Braden Haley, of Summit Dogwear, shares his journey from overcoming personal adversity to building a successful pet product company. He emphasizes the importance of starting and being ready to pivot, the concept of conscious capitalism, and the significance of creating a brand story that resonates with customers
- [Swift Shift: Changing the Game with Zechariah Thomas](https://www.startupcan.ca/swift-shift-changing-the-game-with-zechariah-thomas/): In this Startup Canada Podcast episode, Zachariah Thomas shares his journey from being a pro hockey player to starting a company that aims to disrupt the expensive hockey equipment market.
- [Fortifying Your Future: Why Cybersecurity is Your Startup's Strategic Imperative](https://www.startupcan.ca/fortifying-your-future-why-cybersecurity-is-your-startups-strategic-imperative/): In today's fast-paced digital world, every startup is a digital business. Your hard work, innovative ideas, and customer trust are built on a foundation of technology. Yet, for too many Canadian entrepreneurs, cybersecurity remains an afterthought, a technical expense rather than the strategic advantage it truly is. At Startup Canada, we believe in empowering founders
- [Funding, Values and Growth with Colum Connolly and Elizabeth Murphy](https://www.startupcan.ca/with-colum-connolly-and-elizabeth-murphy/): In this conversation, Colum Connolly and Elizabeth Murphy from Bloom Funding discuss their journey in helping businesses and nonprofits secure funding while emphasizing sustainability and community impact. They share insights on future-proofing businesses, the importance of empathy in funding, and how to articulate non-financial value. Check out our 2SLGBTQIA+ Resource Guide, proudly supported by Wealthy
- [Startup Canada Welcomes New Board Chair and Vice Chair](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-welcomes-new-board-chair-and-vice-chair/): Startup Canada is pleased to announce the election of Ali Taiyeb as Chair of the Board of Directors and Brenda Beckedorf as Vice Chair, following a formal vote at our June 12, 2025 Annual General Meeting. This marks an important moment for Startup Canada as we strengthen our national leadership to meet the moment entrepreneurs
- [Five Entrepreneurs Awarded $50,000 at Inaugural Equal Slice Pitch Competition in Toronto](https://www.startupcan.ca/five-entrepreneurs-awarded-50000-at-inaugural-equal-slice-pitch-competition-in-toronto/): Startup Canada and Pizza Hut Canada spotlight Canadian founders through a new national pitch program On June 10, five inspiring Canadian entrepreneurs were each awarded $10,000 at the inaugural Startup Canada Equal Slice Pitch Competition, held in partnership with Pizza Hut Canada. This new initiative is focused on creating equal opportunities for entrepreneurs across Canada
- [Breaking Down Borders: What Canadian Entrepreneurs Told Us About Interprovincial Trade](https://www.startupcan.ca/breaking-down-borders-what-canadian-entrepreneurs-told-us-about-interprovincial-trade/): On June 10, Startup Canada’s Startup Gov program brought together a dynamic group of entrepreneurs from across British Columbia to talk about one of the most overlooked challenges facing small businesses in Canada: interprovincial trade barriers. This timely conversation followed the tabling of Bill C-5 (the Free Trade and Labour Mobility in Canada Act) and
- [From Erasure to Evidence: Why Queer Archives Matter with Raegan Swanson](https://www.startupcan.ca/from-erasure-to-evidence-why-queer-archives-matter-with-raegan-swanson/): In this conversation, Raegan Swanson, the Executive Director of The ArQuives, discusses the multifaceted responsibilities of leading an archive dedicated to queer and trans histories. Raegan also highlights the role of archives in combating misinformation and preserving the stories of marginalized communities. Check out our 2SLGBTQIA+ Resource Guide, proudly supported by Wealthy Unicorn.
- [Joy as Progress: Designing for Every Body with Rae Hill](https://www.startupcan.ca/joy-as-progress-designing-for-every-body-with-rae-hill/): In this episode, we speak with Rae Hill (they/them), Founder and Owner of Origami Customs, a custom-made swimwear and intimates brand designed for all bodies. From humble beginnings sewing swimsuits for scuba divers in Central America to building a beloved, community-driven brand in Canada, Rae shares their powerful journey of designing with intention. Check out
- [Celebrating Pride 2025: Spotlighting Canadian 2SLGBTQIA+ Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/celebrating-pride-2025-spotlighting-canadian-2slgbtqia-entrepreneurs/): At Startup Canada, we believe that entrepreneurship is for everyone and that when underrepresented founders are given the mic, the whole ecosystem grows stronger. This June, we’re proud to celebrate Pride Month by amplifying 2SLGBTQIA+ voices through a special Startup Podcast takeover and the relaunch of our curated 2SLGBTQIA+ Entrepreneurship Resource Guide. 🌈 Our Updated
- [PrEP, Pride and Purpose with Dr.Caley Shukalek](https://www.startupcan.ca/prep-pride-and-purpose-with-dr-caley-shukalek/): In this conversation, Dr. Caley Shukalek highlights the challenges of providing quality care while scaling a business, the role of healthcare providers in HIV prevention, and the significance of Pride Month as both a celebration and a call for action. Dr. Shukalek also outlines the various services offered by PurposeMed, including Freddie for sexual health,
- [A Vision for Canadian Digital Sovereignty with Ben Waldman](https://www.startupcan.ca/a-vision-for-canadian-digital-sovereignty-with-ben-waldman/): In this episode, we interview Ben Waldman, Founder of Gander, a new social media platform that is Canadian. This conversation explores the importance of digital sovereignty for Canada, the entrepreneurial spirit in the country, and the innovative features that Gander aims to implement to create a safe and enjoyable online environment.
- [ReThinking Birth Control: Reya Health with Dallas Barnes](https://www.startupcan.ca/rethinking-birth-control-reya-health-with-dallas-barnes/): Dallas Barnes is the Founder of Reya Health, a digital platform aimed at empowering individuals with ovaries to take charge of their sexual health. Dallas shares her personal journey of navigating the challenges of contraceptive counseling and the stigma surrounding sexual health. The conversation explores the importance of community, asking the right questions, and the
- [Entrepreneurs Take the Stage in Vancouver at Startup Global Pop-up Pitch Competition](https://www.startupcan.ca/entrepreneurs-take-the-stage-in-vancouver-at-startup-global-pop-up-pitch-competition/): Vancouver, BC, May 13, 2025 - The Startup Global Pop-up Pitch Competition landed in Vancouver on May 12, bringing a fresh wave of entrepreneurial energy to the BCIT Downtown Campus. Hosted by Startup Canada, this in-person event gave globally ambitious founders three minutes to pitch their businesses to judges for a chance to win a
- [Building a Marketplace for a Missing Market with Nicole Murphy and Kayla Alexander](https://www.startupcan.ca/building-a-marketplace-for-a-missing-market-with-nicole-murphy-and-kayla-alexander/): In this conversation, Kayla Alexander and Nicole Murphy, co-founders of Tall Size, share their journey of empowering tall women through fashion. They discuss the unique experiences of their pop-up shops, the metrics of their business growth, the importance of partnerships, and how they have transformed their customer base into a supportive community.
- [Transforming Travel and Community Tourism with Bruce Poon Tip](https://www.startupcan.ca/transforming-travel-and-community-tourism-with-bruce-poon-tip/): Bruce Poon Tip, Founder of G Adventures, shares his journey of entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of small businesses in Canada and the transformative power of travel. He discusses the vision behind G Adventures, focusing on community tourism and cultural immersion, and reflects on the resilience required to navigate challenges in the travel industry.
- [Elevating Calgary’s Entrepreneurs: Fuelling Innovation and Connection at the 2025 Startup Canada Tour](https://www.startupcan.ca/elevating-calgarys-entrepreneurs-fuelling-innovation-and-connection-at-the-2025-startup-canada-tour/): On April 29th, over 1000 entrepreneurs from across Alberta came together at the BMO Centre for the Calgary stop of the 2025 Startup Canada Tour, creating an inspirational hub buzzing with ideas, energy, and the collective wisdom of both seasoned leaders and first-time founders. The day unfolded as a powerful catalyst for connection and learning,
- [Calgary Entrepreneurs Shine at Startup Global Pop-up Pitch Competition and Win Big ](https://www.startupcan.ca/calgary-entrepreneurs-shine-at-startup-global-pop-up-pitch-competition-and-win-big/): Calgary, AB, May 2, 2025 - Startup Canada is thrilled to announce the 2025 Startup Global Pop-up Pitch Competition winners from the Calgary stop of the Startup Canada Tour. The competition was fierce, with bold pitches from passionate founders across industries vying for a chance to take their business global and win a cash prize
- [Startup Canada Honours the Hunter Family Foundation with Inaugural Impact Award for Transformational Contribution to Calgary’s Entrepreneurial Ecosystem](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-honours-the-hunter-family-foundation-with-inaugural-impact-award-for-transformational-contribution-to-calgarys-entrepreneurial-ecosystem/): Calgary, AB, May 1, 2025 - Startup Canada, in proud partnership with the University of Calgary, is pleased to announce The Hunter Family Foundation as the 2025 Startup Canada Impact Award recipient. For over a decade, Startup Canada has celebrated the achievements of early-stage entrepreneurs through national awards that spotlight the bold ideas and innovative
- [Change Starts With You (And Strategy) with Maiden Manzanal Frank](https://www.startupcan.ca/change-starts-with-you-and-strategy-with-maiden-manzanal-frank/): In this episode, Rick Spence interviews Maiden Manzanal-Frank, author and consultant who specializes in strategy, change, and impact. Maiden discusses the importance of entrepreneurs as change makers, the meaning of being a provocateur in business, and her journey in international development. We also talk about the need for strategic thinking over hustling in entrepreneurship.
- [Turning Setbacks into Comebacks with Sarah Thompson and Jamie Rigby](https://www.startupcan.ca/turning-setbacks-into-comebacks-with-sarah-thompson-and-jamie-rigby/): In this episode, we speak to Sarah and Jamie of Where I Thrive. They share insights on hiring practices and reflect on their experiences, including the lessons learned from their unsuccessful cafe venture. We focus on the importance of knowing when to quit, the dynamics of decision-making in partnerships, and the significance of taking responsibility
- [Startup Canada Announces Top Four Finalists in 2025 Startup Global Virtual Pitch Competition](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-announces-top-four-finalists-in-2025-startup-global-virtual-pitch-competition/): The results are in! Startup Canada is thrilled to unveil the top 4 finalists of the 2025 Startup Global Virtual Pitch Competition! These bold, early stage entrepreneurs rose to the top from an impressive field of innovators across the country, all vying for a share of the $70,000 cash prize pool and a coveted spot
- [Dancing for Good: Music, Community and Charity with Victoria Morton](https://www.startupcan.ca/dancing-for-good-music-community-and-charity-with-victoria-morton/): Victoria Morton is the co-founder of TSwift Dance Party Canada. In this episode, Victoria shares her journey of creating a unique event business centered around Taylor Swift's music. Victoria emphasizes the joy and safety of their events, the significance of maintaining authenticity in a competitive market, and the operational strategies that have contributed to their
- [Is your .CA domain name available? Here’s how to find out](https://www.startupcan.ca/is-your-ca-domain-name-available-heres-how-to-find-out/): Why should you believe in the power of .CA?
- [Startup Canada CEO Kayla Isabelle Honoured with Women of the Year Award](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-ceo-kayla-isabelle-honoured-with-women-of-the-year-award/): The CEO of Startup Canada has been awarded a Women of the Year Award.This honour celebrates outstanding women shaping the future of tech and business in Canada.
- [Women in Femtech with Rachel Bartholomew](https://www.startupcan.ca/women-in-femtech-with-rachel-bartholomew/): In this conversation, Rachel Bartholomew, founder of Femtech Canada and Hyivy Health, shares her personal journey through cancer diagnosis and treatment, which inspired her to innovate in women's health technology. She discusses the growth of Femtech Canada, its international collaborations, and the current state of the Femtech ecosystem in Canada. Rachel emphasizes the importance of
- [25 Resources to Support Black Entrepreneurs in Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/24-resources-to-support-black-entrepreneurs-in-canada/): We're bringing back our resource guide for Canadian Black Entrepreneurs but added some additional resources. This is our 24 Resources to Support Black Entrepreneurs in Canada.
- [Resilient and Ready: The Rain Gear Pro Story with Keilan Clark](https://www.startupcan.ca/resilient-and-ready-the-rain-gear-pro-story-with-keilan-clark/): In this episode, Kelian Clark, of Rain Gear Pro, shares the story behind the brand, how they have built loyal and committed customers, and where they are growing into in the future.
- [Warm Traditions: Building a Sustainable Business in the North with Brenda Dragon](https://www.startupcan.ca/warm-traditions-building-a-sustainable-business-in-the-north-with-brenda-dragon-with-brenda-dragon/): In this conversation, Rick Spence speaks to Brenda Dragon, Founder of Aurora Heat, in the Northwest Territories. Made from beaver fur, Brenda's business emphasizes the value of Indigenous entrepreneurship in promoting environmental responsibility. Listeners, Brenda and her team have generously created a code for you to shop with. Use STARTUPCAN and receive a free pair
- [Courage and Impact: Building Eco-Friendly Brands with Jeremy Lang](https://www.startupcan.ca/courage-and-impact-building-eco-friendly-brands-with-jeremy-lang/): Jeremy Lang, Founder of Pela Cases and Co-Founder of Lomi, shares insights on the importance of celebrating small wins in entrepreneurship, his journey into sustainability, and the innovative products he has developed, including compostable phone cases and the Lomi food waste recycling system.
- [The 2025 Startup Canada Tour: Empowering Entrepreneurs for the Road Ahead! ](https://www.startupcan.ca/the-2025-startup-canada-tour-empowering-entrepreneurs-for-the-road-ahead/): OTTAWA, CANADA - February 10th, 2025 - Startup Canada is excited to announce the details of the 2025 Startup Canada Tour; a dynamic national event series designed to connect early-stage entrepreneurs with industry experts and ecosystem support organizations to propel their businesses forward. With the ever-changing economic state, it’s more important than ever for
- [Supported and Funded Business Journeys with Andrea Welling](https://www.startupcan.ca/supported-and-funded-business-journeys-with-andrea-welling/): Andrea Welling, Regional Director for British Columbia at Futurpreneur, discusses the vital role of mentorship and financial support for young entrepreneurs. She explains how Futurpreneur provides resources, including loans up to $75,000, to help diverse entrepreneurs overcome barriers to starting their businesses.
- [Your Blueprint for Entrepreneurial Success in 2025](https://www.startupcan.ca/your-blueprint-for-entrepreneurial-success-in-2025/): Discover Startup Canada's 2025 programs, designed to empower early-stage entrepreneurs with support and resources to grow and scale their businesses.
- [Can Technology Transform Mental Health Care for Children? with Matt Cohen](https://www.startupcan.ca/can-technology-transform-mental-health-care-for-children-with-matt-cohen/): In this episode, Matt Cohen, Founder and CEO of PlaySpace, a digital health platform focused on improving mental health care for children, discusses the evolution of therapy from in-person sessions to virtual environments, emphasizing the importance of engaging children in therapy through play.
- [Creating and Contributing to an Inclusive Society with Emily Mercy](https://www.startupcan.ca/creating-and-contributing-to-an-inclusive-society-with-emily-mercy/): Emily Mercy lives by the principle that whatever your mind can conceive, it can achieve. Emily has always been a creator and had the ability to visualize the outcomes that she hopes to achieve. As the Co-Founder and the Managing Director at Goparity Canada, Emily has gained valuable insights into the challenges facing the Canadian
- [Solving the Connection Conundrum with Shawn Hewat](https://www.startupcan.ca/solving-the-connection-conundrum-with-shawn-hewat/): Shawn is the CEO and co-founder of Wavy, the Culture Hub for distributed teams. Wavy empowers companies to build meaningful connection and community at work, regardless of where employees are located. With a background in employee experience and marketing, Shawn is passionate about the future of work, people and culture, and work-play-life balance. Outside of
- [LIVE: Startup Canada Podcast with Kurtis McBride](https://www.startupcan.ca/live-startup-canada-podcast-with-kurtis-mcbride/): For the first time ever, we took the Startup Canada Podcast to the big stage at the Startup Canada Tour in Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario. In this episode, our host Rick Spence, interviews Kurtis McBride, Founder of Miovision, a fast-growing Kitchener-based company using computer vision, artificial intelligence and advanced modeling to help cities modernize their approach to
- [A Trauma Informed Approach to Leadership with Somia Sadiq](https://www.startupcan.ca/a-trauma-informed-approach-to-leadership-with-somia-sadiq/): Somia Sadiq, Founder of Narratives Inc., discusses her work in engagement, conflict transformation, and negotiating space for marginalized voices.
- [AI, Sports and Fans with Anna O'Brien](https://www.startupcan.ca/ai-sports-and-fans-with-anna-obrien/): Sports is always a trending topic and AI has been a trending topic the last couple years. Fanter is the intersection between the two. Anna O’Brien is the Head of Product at Fanter AI. Anna holds an MBA from Dalhousie University and a BASc in health from St. Francis Xavier University. Anna maintains alignment between
- [How Tech Can Transform Travel with Shelley Montreuil](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-tech-can-transform-travel-with-shelley-montreuil/): Shelley Montreuil has more than 15 years of experience building and managing tech for tourism. Trippl is a next generation, all in one trip planning app that partners with tourism destinations to bring travellers ‘gems’ without having to go through the hassle of scouring the web.
- [Seeds of Success: Revolutionizing Indoor Gardening with Alberto Aguilar](https://www.startupcan.ca/seeds-of-success-revolutionizing-indoor-gardening-with-alberto-aguilar/): Alberto Aguilar is the Co-Founder and CEO of Plantaform Technology, an innovative company focused on creating smart indoor gardens using NASA's FogPonics technology. Alberto shares his entrepreneurial journey, the challenges faced during product development, and the impact of COVID-19 on food supply chains.
- [Lyrics That Matter: Combining Tech and Music with Darryl Ballantyne](https://www.startupcan.ca/lyrics-that-matter-with-darryl/): Darryl Ballantyne, Founder and CEO of LyricFind, shares his entrepreneurial journey, the challenges of music licensing, and the innovative solutions his company provides to the music industry.
- [The DST Burden: Another tax on SMEs is a bad idea for Innovation in Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/the-dst-burden-another-tax-on-smes-is-a-bad-idea-for-innovation-in-canada/): Discover how Canada's Digital Services Tax negatively impacts SMEs and founders, stifling growth and innovation. Startup Canada calls for its repeal.
- [Looking Back, Moving Forward: A Letter from Startup Canada CEO Kayla Isabelle](https://www.startupcan.ca/looking-back-moving-forward/): Reflecting on 2024: Startup Canada's CEO shares highlights, challenges, and plans to empower entrepreneurs nationwide in 2025. Join us in shaping the future!
- [Connections to Culture through Streetwear with Caitlin Wemigwans](https://www.startupcan.ca/connections-to-culture-through-streetwear-with-caitlin-wemigwans/): In this episode of the Startup Canada Podcast, Caitlin Wemigwans, Founder of Pre&Peri, shares how her streetwear brand connects customers to culture by incorporating Indigenous designs and motifs. Interested in a .CA domain? Check it out here!
- [Shielding Canadian Entrepreneurs from Cybersecurity Attacks with Amanda Swain](https://www.startupcan.ca/shielding-canadian-entrepreneurs-from-cybersecurity-attacks-with-amanda-swain/): Cybersecurity attacks are on the rise and all businesses need to adopt a proactive mindset to protect themselves. Amanda Swain is the Director of Engineering at CIRA. Being cybersafe on a budget Interested in a .CA domain? Check it out here!
- [Startup Canada Announces Winners of Startup Impact Pitch Competitions](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-impact-sdg-pitch-competition-winners-announced/): Ottawa, ON - November 30, 2020 | Last week, the winners of the Startup Impact: SDG Pitch Competitions were announced. The two day program, composed of four pitch competitions, highlighted some of the incredible Canadian entrepreneurs prioritizing positive social impact in their businesses. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were adopted by all United Nations Member States
- [CXC 2020: The Road to the Grand Finale](https://www.startupcan.ca/cxc-2020-road-to-grand-finale/): Ottawa, ON - October 15, 2020 | Last month, the winners of the regional Canadian Export Challenge Pitch Competitions were announced. Throughout the week, it was inspiring to see Canadian entrepreneurs share their innovative products and solutions with the startup community and develop the skills they need to enter the global marketplace. On October 20th,
- [Recap: Health Over Hustle — Supporting the Mental Health of Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/recap-health-over-hustle-entrepreneur-mental-health/): Ottawa, ON - December 11, 2020 | COVID-19 has impacted the well-being of many Canadians. A recent report by BDC says that two thirds of entrepreneurs feel tired and un-energetic at least once a week. With the current crisis putting a significant pressure on the shoulders of founders across the country, it is important to
- [Startup Canada Announces Kind Laundry, ALT TEX and EuthaBag as Winners of the 2021 Startup Global Pitch Competition Grand Finale](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-announces-kind-laundry-alt-tex-and-euthabag-as-winners-of-the-2021-startup-global-pitch-competition-grand-finale/): Ottawa, ON – October 21, 2021 | Today the startup, scale-up, and UPS People’s Choice Award winners for the 2021 Startup Global (previously CXC) Pitch Competition were announced. ALT TEX was named the winner of the startup category, taking home $5,000. The scale-up category winner, Kind Laundry, won $25,000 and additional in-kind support. The 2021
- [Startup Canada Announces Partnership with Rural On Purpose](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-announces-partnership-rural-on-purpose/): Ottawa, ON - February 24, 2021 | Today, Startup Canada and Rural on Purpose, an entrepreneurial support organization specializing in collaboration projects with rural communities, announced their formal partnership created to champion, connect, and support rural entrepreneurs across the country in order to create a more inclusive Canadian startup ecosystem. Joining forces, the two organizations
- [Holiday Wishlist: The Inniskillin Changemakers](https://www.startupcan.ca/holiday-wishlist-inniskillin-changemakers/): Ottawa, ON - December 14, 2020 | Still looking for gift ideas for the holidays? Check out some of our favourite offerings from our Inniskillin Changemakers! Nudik When Lindsay Lorusso started Nudik, she did so with the specific goal of bridging the gap between fashion and waste management. Her company takes organic cotton off/cut fabrics,
- [Startup Canada Announces 2022 Startup Global Pitch Competition Winners](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-announces-2022-startup-global-pitch-competition-winners/): Ottawa, ON - October 20th, 2022 | Today Startup Canada announced the 2022 winners of the Startup Global Pitch Competition Grand Finale. Amidst an electric full house Calgary-based startup RetinaLogik was named the first place winner, taking home $30,000. PragmaClin took home the second place prize and won $15,000. Last but certainly not least, the
- [Startup Canada Announces New Women Entrepreneurs Program in Partnership with the Embassy of Israel](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-announces-embassy-of-israel-partnership/): Ottawa, ON - November 12, 2020 | Startup Canada is delighted to partner with the Embassy of Israel to further promote, celebrate and educate the startup community on the importance of women entrepreneurship globally. This partnership will be delivered through the Startup Canada Women Entrepreneurs Program which supports women entrepreneurs, particularly those from marginalized backgrounds,
- [Uncommon Sense for Founders with Eldon Sprickerhoff](https://www.startupcan.ca/uncommon-sense-for-founders-with-eldon-sprickerhoff/): Eldon Sprickerhoff is an active entrepreneur, investor, mentor, author, advisory and board member at the intersections of information security, computer science, machine learning, SaaS, and finance. He is best known for founding eSentire, a leading global cybersecurity Managed Detection and Response company based in Waterloo that in 2021 achieved a “unicorn” valuation of 1.1b USD.
- [Five reasons why your business needs a custom email address](https://www.startupcan.ca/five-reasons-why-your-business-needs-a-custom-email-address/): We’re laying down five reasons why you should get a custom email address now for your business. Sure, there are trends and fads in our digital lives, but some things never go out of style. Like email! Even today, it’s still an essential—and highly relevant—communications and marketing tool for you and your business. An email Startup Canada is partnering with Rebel.com and CIRA to help Canadian entrepreneurs learn the importance of a custom email address.
- [Startup Canada Announces Startup Global Pitch Competition 2024 Winners](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-announces-startup-global-pitch-competition-2024-winners/): Kitchener-Waterloo, ON – October 30th, 2024 | Today, Startup Canada announced the 2024 winners of the Startup Global Pitch Competition Grand Finale. Amidst the full house crowd of the final Startup Canada Tour stop in Kitchener-Waterloo, Dr. Mallory Flynn, Co-Founder of Insporos was named the first-place winner, taking home $30,000. Azadeh Dastmalchi, Co-Founder and CEO
- [Home: A Blend of Community, Sustainability and Privacy with Dave Ransier](https://www.startupcan.ca/home-a-blend-of-community-sustainability-and-privacy-with-dave-ransier/): With over two decades of experience in housing development across British Columbia, Dave Ransier brings a visionary approach and invaluable expertise in real estate development, specializing in affordable housing solutions and navigating the permitting process. Dave is the co-founder of Responsible Living.
- [Give Wisely, Give Easily with Tammy Kyte](https://www.startupcan.ca/give-wisely-give-easily-with-tammy-kyte/): Tammy Kyte, Executive Director and Co-Founder of GiveWise Canada, merges her deep-rooted passion for authenticity and the transformative power of generosity with an entrepreneurial spirit honed over 15 years of leading a family home building business. Fueled by her passion for innovation, she is dedicated to fostering generosity through collaboration.
- [When Technology Improves the Customer Journey with Rosana and Diogo Iwasaki](https://www.startupcan.ca/when-technology-improves-the-customer-journey-with/): Rosana and Diogo are the co-founder of Ori Gatou where they are using technology to engage customers with brands. As a mother and son team, Rosana and Diogo have learned how to strengthen their partnership, communicate with complete honest and continuously work to find a balance between personal and professional boundaries.
- [Startup Canada Tour 2024: Moncton’s Moments of Impact & Inspiration](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-tour-2024-monctons-moments-of-impact-inspiration/): The Startup Canada Tour rolled into Moncton on September 17th for its third stop of the year, bringing together entrepreneurs, innovators, and thought leaders from across Atlantic Canada. It was a day packed with insightful discussions, actionable advice, and moments of inspiration for business owners at every stage of their journey. Here are some highlights
- [The Back End of Play and Learning with Paul Greenberg](https://www.startupcan.ca/the-back-end-of-play-and-learning-with-paul-greenberg/): Paul is a seasoned international business professional with a deep interest in connecting the dots between natural human creativity, technology, and business to inspire and bring out the best that exists in all of us. As CEO and Founder at Creatubbles, he has overseen the development and launch of the SuperCode app, which he is
- [Entrepreneurs Take Home Cash Prizes at National Startup Global Pitch Competition in the Atlantic Region](https://www.startupcan.ca/entrepreneurs-take-home-cash-prizes-at-national-startup-global-pitch-competition-in-atlantic-region/): Moncton, N.B - Wednesday, Sep 18, 2024 | Yesterday, Startup Canada announced the winner of the Moncton “Pop-up Pitch” Competition, the regional qualifier for the 2024 Startup Global Pitch Competition Grand Finale. Pitching in front of the in-person audience of Startup Canada Tour’s most recent stop in Moncton, founder Thierry Lindor of Happly.ai was named
- [Chew on This: Success as a Solopreneur](https://www.startupcan.ca/chew-on-this-success-as-a-solopreneur/): Jessica Nielson is the Owner of Chews Me Chewlery, where she creates handmade chewable jewelry and other sensory items. Jessica began creating these products when she realized they just weren’t accessible in rural Alberta.
- [Disruption in the Juice Aisle with Darryl McIvor](https://www.startupcan.ca/disruption-in-the-juice-aisle-with-darryl-mcivor/): Darryl is the founder + CEO of tili, an emerging beverage brand that produces a better-for-you, low-sugar juice box packed with 2 servings of organic veggies. Started in 2024, tili’s mission is to provide people of all ages a tasty and convenient way to consume more veggies while disrupting a sleepy, shelf-stable juice category.
- [Startup Canada and the United States Embassy in Ottawa Partnered to Host a Pitch Competition for Underrepresented Canadian Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-and-the-united-states-embassy-in-ottawa-partnered-to-host-a-pitch-competition-for-underrepresented-canadian-entrepreneurs/): Startup Canada and the United States Embassy in Ottawa hosted a pitch competition at Lornado, the official residence of the United States Ambassador to Canada.
- [Garnished with Grit: Growing Your Food Business with Steve McVicker](https://www.startupcan.ca/garnished-with-grit-growing-your-food-business-with-steve-mcvicker/): Steve’s entrepreneurial flame was ignited at a young age growing up in a family of entrepreneurs. When he and his best friend, just two guys from Canada, wanted to bring a little fun to the garnish world, they founded Matt and Steve’s and introduced The Extreme Bean. As Chief Brand Officer, Steve is in charge
- [A New Era for Home Design with Jackson Wyatt](https://www.startupcan.ca/a-new-era-for-home-design-with-jackson-wyatt/): Jackson Wyatt is the founder and CEO of CABN, a company offering net-zero housing for everyone to live anywhere, live sustainably, and live connected. He builds upon immense success as founder and previous head of design and manufacturing for a sustainable products company, Greenlid, for which he built 50+ innovative products distributed in 10,000+ stores
- [Redefining Office Spaces: Earn the Commute with Kane Willmott](https://www.startupcan.ca/redefining-office-spaces-earn-the-commute-with-kane-willmott/): Kane Willmott is a visionary entrepreneur and a recognized authority on the future of work. As the Co-Founder and CEO of iQ Offices, Canada’s largest independent, Canadian-owned coworking operator, Kane has skillfully managed more than 350 private offices across Toronto, Vancouver, Ottawa, and Montreal.
- [A Capable Team with a Social Mission with Constanza Safatle Ferrari](https://www.startupcan.ca/a-capable-team-with-a-social-mission-with-constanza-safatle-ferrari/): Constanza is the Founder of Newbornlander. Newbornlander is a premium baby & parents manufacturing company and a social enterprise located in Newfoundland. Constanza and her team work with eco-friendly fabrics and create handmade products like rain hats, baseball caps, bibs, clothing, car seat covers and more in St John’s, NL. While ensuring the endurance of
- [Harnessing Trust: Products with a Promise with Roxanne Pettipas and John Haslam](https://www.startupcan.ca/harnessing-trust-products-with-a-promise-with-roxanne-pettipas-and-john-haslam/): Roxanne Pettipas and John Haslam are the Founders of Buddy Belts - the stylish and safe harness for dogs. Roxanne conceptualized and designed the first Buddy Belt out of necessity for her miniature dachshund named Buddy. John has over 25 years of business ownership experience and excels at establishing and managing key relationships that are
- [Trust, Therapy and Transparency with Jake Karls](https://www.startupcan.ca/trust-therapy-and-transparency-with-jake-karls/): Jake is a different type of business leader - unapologetically authentic, refreshingly relatable, and completely free of BS. His product, Mid-Day Squares, are functional chocolate squares that satisfy sweet cravings. Jake and his team are leading the disruption of an extremely competitive vertical with an innovative marketing strategy and a fearless spirit.
- [The Future of Adventure Holidays with Richard Campbell](https://www.startupcan.ca/the-future-of-adventure-holidays-with-richard-campbell/): Richard is the Founder and CEO of 10Adventures, a platform to book customizable and private active vacations. With trips in 85+ countries and travellers from 35+ countries, 10Adventures is a global platform that enables people to create meaningful travel experiences with the people that matter most in their lives. These shared experiences end up as
- [Chocolate with Commitment with Nesreen Abusultan](https://www.startupcan.ca/chocolate-with-commitment-with-nesreen-abusultan/): Nesreen is the Founder of WUD Chocolate and Gifts. Nesreen’s journey is one of passion, innovation, resilience and offers valuable lessons in caring and love, while giving back to community. As a resilient refugee, a mother, and an entrepreneur, Nesreen has embedded a mission of giving back and supporting refugees into her business.
- [Paying Canada's Workforce with Shrad Rao](https://www.startupcan.ca/paying-canadas-workforce-with-shrad-rao/): Shrad Rao is the CEO and co-founder of Wagepoint – a simple payroll software built just for small businesses and backed by the world’s friendliest team. Wagepoint has grown to serve 25,000 small businesses in Canada paying about 200,000 teammates each month. Shrad jokes that building a company is like going to a ridiculously hard
- [Take the Mic: Telling Your Story through Audio with Fatima Zaidi](https://www.startupcan.ca/take-the-mic-telling-your-story-through-audio-with-fatima-zaidi/): Fatima Zaidi is the Founder and CEO at Quill Inc., an award-winning production agency specializing in corporate audio, and CoHost, a podcast growth and analytics tool. With Quill, brands, businesses and people can tell their story through compelling audio.
- [Startup Canada Announces New Board Members](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-announces-new-board-members/): Canadian entrepreneurs Brenda Beckedorf, Carleen Dephaney, and Ali Taiyeb join Startup Canada’s Board of Directors.
- [Startup Canada Announces Top 6 Finalists in National Virtual Pitch Competition](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-announces-top-6-finalists-in-national-virtual-pitch-competition/): Six Canadian entrepreneurs advance in Startup Canada's national pitch competition.
- [Refusing to Be Invisible: A Lesson in Unapologetic Care & Identity with Anita Landback](https://www.startupcan.ca/refusing-to-be-invisible-a-lesson-in-unapologetic-care-identity-with-anita-landback/): Athanasius "Tanas" Sylliboy, warmly self-proclaimed as “Your favourite auntie's favourite auntie”, Anita LandBack, originates from the Eskasoni First Nation in Mi'kma'ki. As a devoted Two Spirit Lnu (Mi'kmaw) Nurse Practitioner and talented Drag Artist, Tanas/Anita is driven by a passion for fostering acceptance, visibility, and representation for marginalized communities. They masterfully balance their careers in
- [Aidez à protéger votre entreprise avec Mastercard](https://www.startupcan.ca/aidez-a-proteger-votre-entreprise-avec-mastercard/): Un guide de cybersécurité pour les propriétaires de petites entreprises canadiennes.
- [Help Protect Your Business with Mastercard](https://www.startupcan.ca/help-protect-your-business-with-mastercard/): A cybersecurity resource guide for Canadian small business owners.
- [Startup Canada’s Ultimate Resource Guide Collection for Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canadas-ultimate-resource-guide-collection-for-entrepreneurs/): Top resources for Canadian entrepreneurs and small business owners.
- [Resource Roundup: Essential Support for Indigenous Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/resource-roundup-essential-support-for-indigenous-entrepreneurs/): Discover the top tools and programs designed to support Indigenous entrepreneurs across Canada.
- [Advocating for Women Entrepreneurs across Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/advocating-for-women-entrepreneurs-across-canada/): Our Startup Women Advocacy Network is a collective of 11 women-identifying entrepreneurs from across the country, each representing a province or territory.
- [.CA or .com—which TLD is better for your website](https://www.startupcan.ca/ca-or-com-which-tld-is-better-for-your-website/): Getting your idea online with a .CA really can be that easy! Get your free .CA domain today with Rebel.com.
- [Farming Queer Representation, and Leadership, into Agriculture with Martin Straathof](https://www.startupcan.ca/farming-queer-representation-and-leadership-into-agriculture-with-martin-straathof/): Martin Straathof is the Executive Director of the Ontario Farmland Trust, a conservation organization dedicated to the long-term protection of Ontario’s food producing landscapes. Martin displays their steadfast advocacy for sustainable agriculture by actively engaging with stakeholders and fostering partnerships to advance community-based solutions - including the diversification of both thought and representation across the
- [Consulting Guided by Queerness with Jacq Brasseur and Risa Payant](https://www.startupcan.ca/consulting-guided-by-queerness-with-jacq-brasseur-and-risa-payant/): At Ivy + Dean Consulting, Jacq Brasseur (CEO) and Risa Payant (COO) focus on providing support to small and medium-sized non-profits through an equity, social justice, and anti-oppression lens. Founded after experiencing a decade of difficulties finding consultants who shared Jacq’s values and approach to non-profit leadership, and who understood local realities in the Prairies
- [Creating Inclusive Experiences and Authentic Community with Judith Kasiama](https://www.startupcan.ca/creating-inclusive-experiences-and-authentic-community-with-judith-kasiama/): Judith Kasiama is the Founder and CEO of Colour The Trails, a collective of BIPOC and 2SLGBTQIA+ adventure seekers who are radically amplifying the voices that are missing in this space. With a core belief that nature is for everyone, the company has initiated the participation of more than 750 equity-deserving individuals in backpacking, ice
- [Non-Dilutive Sources of Funding for Women-Owned Businesses](https://www.startupcan.ca/non-dilutive-sources-of-funding-for-women-owned-businesses/): Learn more about the Women's Enterprise Organizations of Canada National Loan Program, a program that offers loans of up to $50,000 for women-owned businesses.
- [Opportunity in the Outdoors with Guita Yazdani](https://www.startupcan.ca/opportunity-in-the-outdoors-with-guita-yazdani/): Dedicated to getting more people outside, easily, Guita created Campertunity. Campertunity is an online marketplace where people can book a campsite on private land, nationwide. Campertunity is the first to bring camping to the shared economy in Canada. While offering unique camping experiences, Campertunity builds community and helps sustain land. Promoting environmentally friendly travel, agri-tourism,
- [Queer Entrepreneurs Outperform, Yet Equitable Support Still Sorely Lacking in Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/queer-entrepreneurs-outperform-yet-equitable-support-still-sorely-lacking-in-canada/): Resources and tools for 2SLGBTQIA+ entrepreneurs in Canada.
- [Redefining Screen Time for Kids with Melissa Cash](https://www.startupcan.ca/redefining-screen-time-for-kids-with-melissa-cash/): Pok Pok is an award-winning digital play company redefining how kids play and learn on devices. Melissa previously served as a Product Designer for The Walt Disney Company, was Head of Operations at renowned game studio Snowman and has led marketing and PR at start-ups both in Canada and Europe. She’s also an advocate and
- [Vancouver Area Entrepreneurs Take Home Cash Prizes at National Startup Global Pitch Competition](https://www.startupcan.ca/vancouver-area-entrepreneurs-take-home-cash-prizes-at-national-startup-global-pitch-competition/): Langley, B.C - Monday, May 15, 2024 | Today, Startup Canada announced the winner of the Langley “Pop-up Pitch” Competition, the regional qualifier for the 2024 Startup Global Pitch Competition Grand Finale. Pitching in front of the in-person audience of Startup Canada Tour’s most recent stop in Langley, founder Dr. Mallory Flynn of Insporos was
- [Propelling Clean Energy Forward with Cat Adalay and Rachel Carr](https://www.startupcan.ca/propelling-clean-energy-forward-with-cat-adalay-and-rachel-carr/): Cat Adalay is an experienced entrepreneur and business executive with a background in engineering, product design, and hardware development. This background was the perfect foundation to begin Aurea Technologies in 2017. Rachel Carr joined Cat and Aurea when Cat was prototyping a wind energy system for residential applications. Together, Rachel and Cat saw an opportunity
- [Jenn Juby joins Startup Canada as Managing Director](https://www.startupcan.ca/jenn-juby-joins-startup-canada-as-managing-director/): The Startup Canada Board officially announces that Jenn Juby will be joining Startup Canada as managing director, effective May 13, 2024.
- [10 Organizations to Help You Export Your Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/10-organizations-to-help-you-export-your-business/): Check out these 10 Canadian organizations and resources to support you when starting to export your product or service to new international markets.
- [Designing For A Forgotten Demographic with Jessica Miao](https://www.startupcan.ca/designing-for-a-forgotten-demographic-with-jessica-miao/): Jessica is the CEO and co-founder of Apricotton, the only bra brand globally that designs bras that “grow” as girls grow, so girls can fit into the same bra when they develop from an A to D cup, helping the 90% of girls embarrassed to wear their first bra. She's personally leading Apricotton's Gen Z
- [Canadian Support Organizations Helping Women Entrepreneurs All Year Long](https://www.startupcan.ca/canadian-support-organizations-helping-women-entrepreneurs-all-year-long/): Entrepreneursupport organizations helping Canadian women entrepreneurs thrive.
- [Reasoning with Ritual: Innovating Healthy Habits with Kate Bouchard](https://www.startupcan.ca/reasoning-with-ritual-innovating-healthy-habits-with-kate-bouchard/): As the CEO and Founder of Loba, Kate is innovating health and wellness by taking pill and supplement management from routine to ritual. Kate’s own health journey led her to to search for a solution that combined sleek organization, convenient reminders, and a positive sentiment around taking her pills. Finding nothing that resonated, Kate took the
- [Tutoring Powered by Talent and Technology with Will Li](https://www.startupcan.ca/tutoring-powered-by-talent-and-technology-with-will-li/): Inspired by his own experience with a tutor, Will realized the power of a great tutor and started TutorOcean in 2018. Just one year later, Will was approached by a university to offer the platform as a solution which led him to launch QuadC. Today, Will and his team support more than 50 higher institutions
- [Local Winnipeg Entrepreneurs Take Home Cash Prizes at National Startup Global Pitch Competition](https://www.startupcan.ca/local-winnipeg-entrepreneurs-take-home-cash-prizes-at-national-startup-global-pitch-competition/): Carbon Lock Tech and Ori.Gatou Creative Solutions Inc. win Startup Canada Pitch Competition in Winnipeg.
- [Supporting Women Entrepreneurs to Export to New Markets](https://www.startupcan.ca/supporting-women-entrepreneurs-to-export-to-new-markets/): Last year, Startup Canada teamed up with UPS to launch the Women’s Exporter Program (WEP) in Canada. This global initiative helps to bridge the gender gap in education and export participation by providing targeted assistance to women-owned small and medium-sized businesses. Our first Canadian cohort for WEP covered key topics to get the participants ready The Women’s Exporter Program teaches women entrepreneurs how to export their products to new international markets.
- [Startup Gov | 2024 Federal Budget Review](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-gov-2024-federal-budget-review/): Startup Canada's review of the 2024 Canadian Federal Budget and its impact on small business owners.
- [Get Funded: Accessing Money For Your Business with David Souaid](https://www.startupcan.ca/get-funded-accessing-money-for-your-business-with-david-souaid/): David Souaid is the Chief Revenue Officer and member of the board of directors at Journey Capital (formerly OnDeck Canada,) a leader in online small business lending. Journey Capital offers fast and flexible financing to founders so they can refuel their business. Journey Capital uses technology and also the guidance and advice of real business
- [Underwear Worth Celebrating with Anthony Ciavirella](https://www.startupcan.ca/underwear-worth-celebrating-with-anthony-ciavirella/): Together, Berto, Phil, Anthony and Robert are creating products that men can start celebrating, instead of tolerating. When searching for a comfortable pair of boxers and finding nothing … they created their own and began Manmade.
- [Startup Canada launches 2024 Startup Global Pitch Competition with $70,000 in cash prizes for early stage entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-launches-2024-startup-global-pitch-competition-with-70000-in-cash-prizes-for-early-stage-entrepreneurs/): Ottawa, ON – April 8, 2024 | Today, Startup Canada announced that applications are now open for the 2024 Startup Global Virtual Pitch Competition Day, an opportunity for entrepreneurs across the country to win from $70,000 in cash prizes to fund their exporting and growth goals for their business. Startup Global is one of Startup
- [Celebrating Queer Lives and Relationships with Heather Hansler](https://www.startupcan.ca/celebrating-queer-lives-and-relationships-with-heather-hansler/): The card aisle doesn’t often represent queer folks, so Heather decided to do something about it and create her own products for herself and her community. Today, Little Rainbow Paper Co is a shop filled with cards, pins, mugs, ornaments, notepads and more that celebrate the queer and the quirky! Heather designs every product in
- [Engagement That Does Good with Ange Paye](https://www.startupcan.ca/engagement-that-does-good-with-ange-paye/): Ange Paye is a tech entrepreneur wth a background in product management and is passionate about building tech that helps businesses give back. VOTO is about community building, charitable giving and digital engagement, all in one platform.
- [Better Family Planning Tools with Jackie Rhind](https://www.startupcan.ca/better-family-planning-tools-with-jackie-rhind/): Jackie Rhind is the CEO and Co-Founder of Ovry, a brand of Canadian reproductive care products that includes pregnancy tests, ovulation tests, and an at-home male fertility test. Ovry tests are better alternatives to store-bought pregnancy and ovulation tests, which are wasteful, inconvenient, overpriced, and can often feel awkward or intimidating to buy. Compared to
- [Northern Pop: Kettle Corn That Connects with Katie Young](https://www.startupcan.ca/northern-pop-kettle-corn-that-connects-with-katie-young/): Katie Young is the Founder of Klondike Kettle Corn. Katie blends her culinary expertise with a passion for community. With a background in restaurants and catering, Katie found her calling in crafting fresh, ready-to-eat popcorn experiences. As a devoted mom, outdoor enthusiast, and food lover, she sees popcorn as more than a snack—it's a vehicle
- [Technology Leads to Transformation with Amber Mac](https://www.startupcan.ca/technology-leads-to-transformation-with-amber-mac/): Amber Mac is President of AmberMac Media, Inc., an award-winning content development agency. In 2021, Amber was named one of the Bay Street Bull Women of the Year for her leadership in the technology sector. Amber has keynoted more than 500 events around the world, co-hosted a variety of podcast series, is a best selling
- [Jamie Savage Starting as Interim CEO of Startup Canada During Kayla Isabelle’s Parental Leave](https://www.startupcan.ca/jamie-savage-starting-as-interim-ceo-of-startup-canada-during-kayla-isabelles-parental-leave/): Jamie will be supporting the Startup Canada team over the next few months during current CEO Kayla Isabelle’s upcoming parental leave.
- [How To: Enter and Maintain Strong Partnerships with Jaclyn Patterson and Christal Duncan Earle](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-to-enter-and-maintain-strong-partnerships-with-jaclyn-patterson-and-christal-duncan-earle/): Guests: Jaclyn Patterson is the Founder of Shopwise, an online sustainable fashion marketplace, making it easier for people to discover and shop smarter from more than 30 purpose driven brands that prioritize both people and the planet. Christal Duncan Earle founded Brave Soles in 2017. Brave Soles creates handcrafted shoes with upcycled tire soles and is
- [Disrupting Social Attitudes through Inclusion with Katie MacMillan](https://www.startupcan.ca/disrupting-social-attitudes-through-inclusion-with-katie-macmillan/): Katie MacMillan is the Founder of Kello Inclusive – a talent agency that exclusively represents disabled and visibly different talent. Kello is the first agency of its kind in Canada!
- [NACO to join Startup Canada as a Presenting Partner on National Entrepreneurship Event Series](https://www.startupcan.ca/naco-to-join-startup-canada-as-a-presenting-partner-on-national-entrepreneurship-event-series/): OTTAWA, CANADA - February 22, 2024 - Startup Canada is thrilled to announce that the National Angel Capital Organization (NACO) will be joining us as a Presenting Partner for our 2024 Startup Canada Tour. Incorporated in 2002, NACO is Canada’s professional association for 4000+ angel investors and the national umbrella for over 100 organizations, including
- [Boost Your Impact: Connect with Canada’s entrepreneurs as a 2024 Startup Canada Tour Exhibitor!](https://www.startupcan.ca/2024-tour-exhibitors/): After a successful inaugural year, the Startup Canada Tour is back in 2024, stopping in 4 new Canadian cities! We’ll be connecting with founders and support organizations across the country in Winnipeg, Langley, Moncton, and Kitchener-Waterloo. Last year, we connected 107 exhibitors with over 1,600 entrepreneurs in our Ecosystem Support Zone. Always buzzing with networking
- [Relationships and Community as Capital with Jonah Chininga](https://www.startupcan.ca/relationships-and-community-as-capital-with-jonah-chininga/): Jonah Chininga is the Co-founder and CEO of Woveo, a venture-backed fintech company that's revolutionizing community savings and credit systems through its cutting-edge community wallet.
- [When Customers Become Community with Adelle Renaud and Ashlie Grilz](https://www.startupcan.ca/when-customers-become-community-with-adelle-renaud-and-ashlie-grilz/): The inception of Peau De Loup in 2012 was Adelle's response to a blaring absence in the fashion landscape – a lack of brands challenging gender norms and catering to those who live and dress outside the binary. Together, Adelle and Ashlie are amplifying Peau De Loup's message of inclusivity, authenticity, strength and are creating
- [How To: Funding for Black Women Entrepreneurs with Tia Upshaw and Tashauna Reid](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-to-funding-for-black-women-entrepreneurs-with-tia-upshaw-and-tashauna-reid/): Guests: Tia Upshaw is a dynamic, serial entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of Blk Women in Excellence. Tashauna Reid is the owner of College Creative Curations, an online stationery store which addresses common student challenges by creating purposeful stationery items. Resources: Learn more about BWIE Connect with BWIE's workshops and events Check out BWIE's Black
- [Resources for Black Entrepreneurs in Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/2024-resources-for-black-entrepreneurs-in-canada/): Top resources and tools for Black entrepreneurs in Canada
- [Crunch Inspired by Culture with Odutope Macauley-Okoro](https://www.startupcan.ca/crunch-inspired-by-culture-with-odutope-macauley-okoro/): Odutope Macauley-Okoro is the Founder of Topsie Crunchies Snacks Inc. specializing in the confectionery treats called Chin Chin. Inspired by her cultural traditions and passion for creating unique and flavorful snacks, Odutope started her business during the pandemic when she and her family craved African snacks. Odutope’s snacks have grown in popularity and are now
- [Building Tomorrow, Together](https://www.startupcan.ca/building-tomorrow-together/): An Overview of Startup Canada’s 2024 Entrepreneurial Programming! Startup Canada’s annual flagship programs are back for another year, helping to connect Canadian entrepreneurs to the tools, resources, and support they need to succeed. In 2024, we’re offering free year-long programming and resources through our annual programs Startup Women, Startup Global, Startup Gov, Startup Canada Tour,
- [The Business of Creative Expression with Ivan Coyote](https://www.startupcan.ca/the-business-of-creative-expression-with-ivan-coyote/): Ivan Coyote is a writer and storyteller. Born and raised in Whitehorse, Yukon, they are the author of thirteen books, the creator of four films, six stage shows, and three albums that combine storytelling with music. In this episode, they share a preview of their newest performance and talk about their storytelling process.
- [2023: A Year in Podcasts with Rick Spence and Kayla Isabelle](https://www.startupcan.ca/2023-a-year-in-podcasts-with-rick-spence-and-kayla-isabelle/): We speak to so many entrepreneurs across Canada in a year. Join our Startup Canada Podcast host Rick Spence and our CEO and host of the Startup Women Podcast, Kayla Isabelle, as the two reflect on 2023. Be sure to check out Kayla's Startup Women Podcast at https://www.startupcan.ca/learn/startup-women-podcast/ For more episodes with Rick, check out
- [How To: Build Successful Relationships with Freelancers with Jasmine Williams and Sandra Reimer](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-to-build-successful-relationships-with-freelancers-with-jasmine-williams-and-sandra-reimer/): Freelancing is a very unique style of entrepreneurship. For freelancers, they are able to achieve flexibility and do work they are great at. For founders, freelancers are key contributors to their projects and business. In this episode, we talk about the tangible tools that allow freelancers to be successful and how to develop strong, empathetic
- [Startup Canada Stopping in Four New Canadian Cities for National Entrepreneurship Event Series](https://www.startupcan.ca/annnouncement-startup-canada-tour-2024/): OTTAWA, CANADA - January 24, 2024 - Today, Startup Canada has announced the locations and dates for their 2024 Startup Canada Tour, a multi-stop national in-person event series connecting early stage entrepreneurs with ecosystem support organizations and industry experts to drive their businesses forward. Following a successful inaugural year in 2023, this year’s Tour will
- [More than Money: Finance is Personal with Ellyce Fulmore](https://www.startupcan.ca/more-than-money-finance-is-personal-with-ellyce-fulmore/): Ellyce Fulmore is a queer and neurodivergent financial educator, content creator, author and the founder of Queerd Co., a financial literacy company. Her approach to financial literacy goes beyond the conventional, focusing on the intersectionality of identities and lived experiences. Ellyce is passionate about helping her online community of over half a million find the
- [The Only Food Bank for Animals with Nicole Frey](https://www.startupcan.ca/the-only-food-bank-for-animals-with-nicole-frey/): Animal food insecurity is a real crisis. Inspired by Odin and his owner in Kelowna, Nicole committed to making a difference for pets and their humans. Nicole Frey is the Founder of Animal Food Bank and in this episode she shares with us the ins and outs of feeding animals who need it most, across
- [Support for Women-led Startups in Canada with Conor Phillips and Natasha Peter](https://www.startupcan.ca/support-for-women-led-startups-in-canada-with-conor-phillips-and-natasha-peter/): Conor Phillips is an innovator, creative problem solver and serial-entrepreneur, based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. After working in the tourism industry for several years, Conor recognized that something was missing from how small businesses promote their products and services, and how travellers discover the activities, events, festivals and accommodations around them, particularly the tourism they don't
- [Understanding the State of Women Entrepreneurship with Dr.Wendy Cukier and Vivian Liu](https://www.startupcan.ca/women-entrepreneurship-with-wendy-cukier-and-vivian-liu/): Have you ever googled the word entrepreneur? What kind of images show up? Who kind of folks do you see represented and associated with the word ‘entrepreneur’. More often than not, it isn't women and we believe that needs to change because women are disrupting industries, they are making deep social impact and they are
- [How To: Navigate Global Entrepreneurship with Myriam Francisque and Evelyne Nyairo](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-to-navigate-global-entrepreneurship-with-myriam-francisque-and-evelyne-nyairo/): The world is your oyster, its full of opportunities. But what about trade agreements, laws, market research, and shipping costs? For entrepreneurs who want to go global, opportunities for growth can quickly feel risky, unclear and even out of reach. For Black and racialized entrepreneurs, these feelings are often amplified. Evelyne Nyairo is the Founder
- [LIVE at the Startup Canada Tour 2023 with Rick Spence](https://www.startupcan.ca/live-at-the-startup-canada-tour-2023-with-rick-spence/): We brought our podcast mic to the fifth and final Startup Canada Tour stop in Brampton on October 26! In this episode, hear from entrepreneurs who took part in the Pop-up Pitch Competition, and meet the top 3 winners of the 2023 Startup Global Pitch Competition Grand Finale.
- [Customer Driven Storytelling with Jessica McNaughton](https://www.startupcan.ca/customer-driven-storytelling-with-jessica-mcnaughton/): “For memorykpr, a lot of my self motivation comes from spending time with my clients. To hear their stories is the best motivation." Jessica McNaughton is the Founder of memoryKPR and our 2023 People's Choice Award Winner. Jessica McNaughton is the Founder of memoryKPR, based in Moosejaw, Saskatchewan. MemoryKPR technologies are committed to connecting the
- [2023 Wrapped with Startup Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/2023-wrapped-with-startup-canada/): Looking back on another amazing year of programming for Canadian entrepreneurs We are wrapping up another year at Startup Canada of exciting programming, resources, and events for Canadian entrepreneurs. In 2023 we launched our cross-Canada Startup Canada Tour, produced the eighth year of the Startup Canada Podcast, awarded $70,000 in cash prizes to entrepreneurs across
- [In the Spirit of Community with Mila Olumogba](https://www.startupcan.ca/in-the-spirt-of-community-with-mila-olumogba/): Mila Olumogba is a mother, entrepreneur and marketing executive who utilizes her lived experiences to highlight the importance of racial representation. Her debut children's story is out now, Dr.Santa and The Miracle Makers. "It was the first time I had time to slow down, and to think. Colour Me Christmas was always something I wanted
- [The Importance of Business Advisors](https://www.startupcan.ca/the-importance-of-business-advisors/): Scotiabank Financial Literacy Campaign 2023 *The following content should not be considered financial advice. Before acting upon the following information, we recommend you seek the guidance of a qualified financial or business advisor who can take your unique needs into account. Barriers surrounding financial management are consistently top pain points for small business owners in
- [Your Mind Matters with Darren Anderson](https://www.startupcan.ca/your-mind-matters-with-darren-anderson/): Darren Anderson has been a business consultant and marketing advisor for over 20 years working with major corporations to local business owners. Anderson Marketing Group helps grow small and medium-sized businesses through real hands-on marketing services that are designed to work. In 2018, Darren founded the Love My Mind Non-Profit Initiative in memory of his
- [Accessing Government Grants for Your Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/accessing-government-grants-for-your-business/): Scotiabank Financial Literacy Campaign 2023 *The following content should not be considered financial advice. Before acting upon the following information, we recommend you seek the guidance of a qualified financial or business advisor who can take your unique needs into account. Barriers surrounding financial management are consistently top pain points for small business owners in
- [Funding for Black Entrepreneurs in Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/funding-for-black-entrepreneurs-in-canada/): Scotiabank Financial Literacy Campaign 2023 *The following content should not be considered financial advice. Before acting upon the following information, we recommend you seek the guidance of a qualified financial or business advisor who can take your unique needs into account. Barriers surrounding financial management are consistently top pain points for small business owners in
- [Finding the Right VC or Angel Investor](https://www.startupcan.ca/finding-the-right-vc-or-angel-investor/): Scotiabank Financial Literacy Campaign 2023 *The following content should not be considered financial advice. Before acting upon the following information, we recommend you seek the guidance of a qualified financial or business advisor who can take your unique needs into account. Barriers surrounding financial management are consistently top pain points for small business owners in
- [What Is Equitable Mental Health Care? with Rae Massop](https://www.startupcan.ca/what-is-equitable-mental-health-care-with-rae-massop/): Rae Massop is a Registered Social Worker and Social Entrepreneur focused on dedicating her career towards health promotion for marginalized Canadians. She is a former health equity researcher and current founder and CEO at Aworie Health. "It’s easy to target the people with money and those who have insurance plans. This doesn’t feel true to
- [So, You Want to Export to the UK? In Partnership with Oury Clark](https://www.startupcan.ca/so-you-want-to-export-to-the-uk-in-partnership-with-oury-clark/): The United Kingdom (UK), with a population of 67 million people and a GDP of $3.1 trillion (2022), is a major international trading power. The UK is Canada’s second largest services trading partner in the world, after the US. If you’re an entrepreneur who is already successfully selling to the Canadian and US markets, you
- [Your Money and Your Mental Health with Chantel Chapman](https://www.startupcan.ca/your-money-and-your-mental-health-with-chantel-chapman/): “We believe if you live in our dominant economic culture, it is very likely you or someone you know has money trauma. This is like first-aid training for anyone who works with money.” Chantel Chapman is the Founder of The Trauma of Money, an accredited course certifying professionals in facilitating and healing money trauma. In
- [The 8 Steps to Going Global with Desjardins](https://www.startupcan.ca/the-8-steps-to-going-global-with-desjardins/): Starting to sell to a new market is an exciting phase and milestone in a startup’s journey. However, this journey can also be overwhelming.There are many steps to take prior to entering a new market, whether it be related to banking implications, regulations, legal and IP protection, changes to the product, and more! There is
- [The Entrepreneur's Therapist with Shulamit Ber Levtov](https://www.startupcan.ca/the-entrepreneurs-therapist-with-shulamit-ber-levtov/): Shulamit Ber Levtov, is your therapist because we are stronger with support. Shulamit specializes in working with women business owners to care for their mental and emotional wellbeing, in an era of relentless stressors. “The way entrepreneurs experience isolation is unique.” Resources: Read more from Shulamit: https://www.shula.ca/blog/ Get in touch with Shula: https://www.shula.ca/contact/
- [Help For Those Who Help with Liane Wood and Randy Chu](https://www.startupcan.ca/help-for-those-who-help-with-liane-wood-and-randy-chu/): In this episode, we explore the power and the support that Jane.app has brought to health practitioners across Canada and beyond. We speak to Liane Wood, an ambassador for Jane.app and the Founder of RethinkMe, as well as Jane.app's product trainer Randy Chu.
- [#StartupChats | Mental Health and Building Healthy Habits](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-mental-health-and-building-healthy-habits/): On Monday, October 30, we hosted our final #StartupChats of the year, where we discussed mental health and building healthy habits for entrepreneurs! This chat was hosted by Startup Canada’s marketing and communications manager Jocelyn, with special guests ​Hailey Hechtman, Executive Director of Unsinkable, and Darren Anderson, Founder/Director of Love, My Mind Initiative Inc. Unsinkable
- [Startup Canada Announces Startup Global Pitch Competition 2023 Winners](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-announces-startup-global-pitch-competition-2023-winners/): Brampton, ON - October 26th, 2023 | Today, Startup Canada announced the 2023 winners of the Startup Global Pitch Competition Grand Finale. Amidst the full house crowd of the final Startup Canada Tour stop in Brampton, Hamilton-based startup ImaginAble Solutions was named the first-place winner, taking home $30,000. Liza Akvhledziani of Chexy Co. took home
- [Jamie Savage Appointed New Startup Canada Board of Directors Chair](https://www.startupcan.ca/jamie-savage-appointed-new-startup-canada-board-of-directors-chair/): OTTAWA, ON - October 30, 2023. The Startup Canada Board of Directors and Executive team are pleased to welcome Jamie Savage as the newly appointed Startup Canada Board of Directors Chair. Jamie is the Founder of The Leadership Agency, the recruitment partner of choice for North America’s fastest-growing startups. Joining the Startup Canada Board of
- [Behind the Why: Documenting Your Process with Bobby T](https://www.startupcan.ca/behind-the-why-documenting-your-process-with-bobby-t/): “You can use your content and documentation, and your sharing almost as a resume, to show to partners, employees, potential clients, or even investors. They can see the history of your work.” Bobby T is on the Startup Canada Podcast to reveal what is behind it all, and why documenting your process and who you
- [Content Creators Are Entrepreneurs with Nishant Raina and Katrina Olson-Mottahed](https://www.startupcan.ca/content-creators-are-entrepreneurs-with-nishant-raina-and-katrina-olson-mottahed/): In this episode, Nishant Raina and Katrina Olson-Mottahed discuss what happens when content creators and small business collide. Tune in to this conversation to learn about Mastercard's Creator Class Research to better understand the next wave of small business owners and creators online. This episode is in partnership with Mastercard Canada, learn more about their
- [Calgary Small Business Advances to Startup Canada Global Pitch Grand Finale](https://www.startupcan.ca/calgary-small-business-advances-to-startup-canada-global-pitch-grand-finale/): Calgary, AB - September 28th, 2023 | Today Startup Canada announced the winner of the Calgary “Pop-up” Pitch Competition, the regional qualifier for the 2023 Startup Global Pitch Competition Grand Finale. Pitching in front of the packed in-person audience of Startup Canada Tour’s most recent stop in Calgary, startup Rinvio Technologies Inc. was named the
- [Startup Canada and CAIN Partner to Improve Canada’s Entrepreneurial Ecosystem](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupcanada-cain/): On Thursday, September 28, Startup Canada announced our continued partnership with the Canadian Accelerator + Incubator Network (CAIN) at our Startup Canada Tour stop in Calgary, Alberta. Collaborating through Startup Canada’s flagship startup Gov program, we will be working together to connect with CAIN’s members, government representatives, and entrepreneurs to help bring informed improvements to
- [Infusing Inuit Teachings into Entrepreneurship with Bernice Kootoo Clarke](https://www.startupcan.ca/infusing-inuit-teachings-into-entrepreneurship-with-bernice-clark/): “All the ways of being Inuk, I have picked them up and I hold them so close to my heart as an Inuk woman and an entrepreneur." Bernice Kootoo Clarke is the Founder and Owner of Uasau Soap and Kuutuu Cultural Consulting where she is creating soaps from the land and revitalizing, sharing and teaching
- [Built Here: Embracing The Northern Lifestyle with Myles and Tanner Hougen](https://www.startupcan.ca/built-here-embracing-the-northern-lifestyle-with-myles-and-tanner-hougen/): ”In a sense, all of our customers are finding the Yukon community. They are visitors, they live here, maybe they just moved here.” Myles and Tanner love the Yukon and their products and apparel help others love it too. As fourth generation Yukoners and entrepreneurs, the Hougen brothers are creating quality goods to embrace the
- [#StartupChats Recap | Income Stability and Entrepreneurship](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-income-stability-and-entrepreneurship/): On Monday, September 25, we hosted a #StartupChats on income stability and entrepreneurship! This chat was hosted by Startup Canada’s marketing officer Nadia Ladak, with special guests ​Helen Huang, Chief 'Helen' Officer and Co-Founder of Join Co.Lab and Jarrod Goldsmith, Founder of eSAX (The Entrepreneur Social Advantage Experience). In this chat, we discussed the financial
- [Guiding Charitable Giving with John Bromley](https://www.startupcan.ca/guiding-charitable-giving-with-john-bromley/): "The biggest problem we face is there is nowhere to learn about giving. We have a nature of generosity but the extent it is nurtured as we grow up, is the problem." John Bromley knows Canadians are generous and want to give, so he has built a platform to help.
- [Your Next Adventure Begins with Pathfinder365 with Conor Phillips](https://www.startupcan.ca/your-next-adventure-begins-with-pathfinder365/): Introducing the Startup Women Advocacy Network 2023 Two years ago, we created the Startup Women Advocacy Network (SWAN), a network of 11 early stage, woman-identifying founders from each province and territory to champion the needs of women entrepreneurs across the country. SWAN members have the opportunity to amplify their business across our platforms, are given
- [Stitching Heritage: Kaska's Healing Journey to Entrepreneurship with Natasha Peter](https://www.startupcan.ca/stitching-heritage-kaskas-healing-journey-to-entrepreneurship-with-natasha-peter/): Introducing the Startup Women Advocacy Network 2023 Two years ago, we created the Startup Women Advocacy Network (SWAN), a network of 11 early stage, woman-identifying founders from each province and territory to champion the needs of women entrepreneurs across the country. SWAN members have the opportunity to amplify their business across our platforms, are given
- [Mindfulness and Mental Health Innovation with Livia Han](https://www.startupcan.ca/mindfulness-and-mental-health-innovation/): Introducing the Startup Women Advocacy Network 2023 Two years ago, we created the Startup Women Advocacy Network (SWAN), a network of 11 early stage, woman-identifying founders from each province and territory to champion the needs of women entrepreneurs across the country. SWAN members have the opportunity to amplify their business across our platforms, are given
- [Empowering Newcomers to Find Meaningful Work with Hong Phuc Nguyen](https://www.startupcan.ca/empowering-newcomers-to-find-meaningful-work/): Introducing the Startup Women Advocacy Network 2023 Two years ago, we created the Startup Women Advocacy Network (SWAN), a network of 11 early stage, woman-identifying founders from each province and territory to champion the needs of women entrepreneurs across the country. SWAN members have the opportunity to amplify their business across our platforms, are given
- [The Future of Parkinson’s with Bronwyn Bridges](https://www.startupcan.ca/the-future-of-parkinsons-with-bronwyn-bridges/): Introducing the Startup Women Advocacy Network 2023 Two years ago, we created the Startup Women Advocacy Network (SWAN), a network of 11 early stage, woman-identifying founders from each province and territory to champion the needs of women entrepreneurs across the country. SWAN members have the opportunity to amplify their business across our platforms, are given
- [Transforming the Car Buying Experience with Vivian Liu](https://www.startupcan.ca/transforming-the-car-buying-experience-with-vivian-liu/): Introducing the Startup Women Advocacy Network 2023 Two years ago, we created the Startup Women Advocacy Network (SWAN), a network of 11 early stage, woman-identifying founders from each province and territory to champion the needs of women entrepreneurs across the country. SWAN members have the opportunity to amplify their business across our platforms, are given
- [Pop Up Weddings with Sarah Anderson](https://www.startupcan.ca/pop-up-weddings-with-sarah-anderson/): “It is an all inclusive wedding venue for people who want to break from the tradition of typical marriages, that are steeped in archaic traditions.” What is it like to create The Maritime's first all inclusive wedding chapel? Sarah Anderson can tell you. Sarah Anderson knows weddings and loves love and is the owner and
- [Leading Anti-Discrimination Work with Debbie Owusu Akyeeah](https://www.startupcan.ca/leading-anti-discrimination-work-with-debbie-owusu-akyeeah/): Debbie Owusu-Akyeeah is a first-generation Ghanaian-Canadian cisgender queer woman who is dedicated to the liberation of all her communities. She is currently the Executive Director of the Canadian Centre for Gender and Sexual Diversity and based in Ottawa. "We are up against people who are so fearful about changing society for the better.”
- [How To: Navigate Parental Leave For Startups with Emma Devin and Lizzy Karp](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-to-navigate-parental-leave-for-startups-with-emma-devin-and-lizzy-karp/): In this episode, we will explore Brood’s story, one that came to be through a passion for babies, friendship, and families. Emma Devin and Lizzy Karp have developed a language of care and through this conversation we are able to learn how the words we use affect the experience people can have. This conversation reminds
- [Brewing Diversity with Ren Navarro](https://www.startupcan.ca/brewing-diversity-with-ren-navarro/): Ren Navarro is addressing the lack of diversity in the beer industry. Ren has become a known name in breweries, wineries, distilleries, and beyond. She has given talks on diversity and inclusion at several colleges and countless festivals, panels, radio shows, and podcasts throughout North America.
- [#StartupChats Recap | Government Relations for Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-government-relations-for-entrepreneurs/): On Monday, August 28, we hosted a special version of #StartupChats, where we discussed government relations tools and resources for Canadian entrepreneurs. This #StartupChats discussion was presented by our partners at Mastercard. This chat was hosted by Natasha Morano, President of NHM Connect and Corporate & Government Affairs Director at Startup Canada, and Brad Vis,
- [Unleashing the Power of AI for Marketing with Emily Baillie](https://www.startupcan.ca/unleashing-the-power-of-ai-for-marketing-with-emily-baillie/): ”AI can help with automating tasks and taking some of the workload off of a busy entrepreneur’s plate.” Emily Baillie is the Founder of Compass Content Marketing. Emily approaches consulting and training through collaboration and strives to be inclusive and practical. She also specializes in breaking down complex topics into accessible, easy-to-understand language.
- [The Future of Legal Counsel with Brett Colvin](https://www.startupcan.ca/the-future-of-legal-counsel-with-brett-colvin/): “Lawyers are good, but law firms break them. That is why we built something better with Goodlawyer. We want to create an environment where entrepreneurs and founders want to talk to their lawyers.” Brett Colvin is Goodlawyer’s Co-founder and CEO. Brett has overseen Goodlawyer’s growth from inception to a 25+ person team that was named
- [The 9 Year Old Entrepreneur with Lily Harper](https://www.startupcan.ca/the-9-year-old-entrepreneur-with-lily-harper/): "I have big dreams. I think kids don't see challenges as challenges, they seem them as ways to learn and not as barriers." Lily Harper is a 9 year old entrepreneur and the founder of her very own small business, Lily Lou’s Aromas. During the pandemic when schools were shut down and students were sent
- [How To: Lead Non-Profits and Create Change with Ivy Wong and Megan Poole](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-to-lead-non-profits-and-create-change-with-ivy-wong-and-megan-poole/): Ivy Wong is the Founder of Ripple Foundation, a non-profit created to inspire imaginations, and foster creativity and literacy for children in Canada. Today, Ripple Foundation serves communities across the country and children and youth at various stages of their writing journeys. Megan Poole is the Manager of Community and Community Relations at The 519
- [Breathing Collaboration with Giancarlo Sessa and Aedan Fida](https://www.startupcan.ca/breathing-collaboration-with-giancarlo-sessa-and-aedan-fida/): Giancarlo Sessa is the Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Blade Air. Aedan is Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Blade Air. Together, they founded this indoor air quality technology manufacturer, where smashing the status quo has always been the company’s focus. Blade Air offers a suite of products including both portable and whole building
- [#StartupChats Recap | Kickstarting your Fundraising Round](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-kickstarting-your-fundraising-round/): On Monday, July 31, we hosted a #StartupChats discussion tips and resources for entrepreneurs looking to kickstart their fundraising round. We discussed best practices from how much you should aim to raise in your first round to how to build a strong pitch. Hosted by Startup Canada’s Marketing & Communications Manager, Jocelyn Courneya, we were
- [Vicarious Entrepreneurship and Impact with Scott Stirrett](https://www.startupcan.ca/vicarious-entrepreneurship-and-impact-with-scott-stirrett/): “The vicarious experience of working with an entrepreneur teaches you what it truly takes to build something from the ground up.” Scott is the Founder and CEO of Venture for Canada, a national charity that is driven to foster entrepreneurial skills and mindsets of young Canadians. Venture for Canada accelerates careers through training and community.
- [Making Interviews Equitable with Bradley Daye](https://www.startupcan.ca/making-interviews-equitable-with-bradley-daye/): Bradley Daye is the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Placemaking 4G, based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.Bradley is on a mission to co-create a more socially conscious recruiting industry and wants more people to embrace the vulnerabilities that come with being human at work. Bradley leads with empathy and wants to inspire workplaces to embrace cultural differences
- [Ride In Style with Janet Hiebert](https://www.startupcan.ca/ride-in-style-with-janet-hiebert/): "The number of women getting into cycling is increasing. Women are racing and competing and there is so much mentorship, inclusivity and encouragement happening there." Janet Hiebert is the Founder and CEO at Samsara Cycle. Frustrated with the lack of flattering clothing options for women, she created cycling clothing and kits that she wanted to
- [What if AI is truly helpful? with Kevin Collins](https://www.startupcan.ca/what-if-ai-is-truly-helpful-with-kevin-collins/): "We do work in 5 minutes that would take a team of analysts 90 days.” Kevin Collins is the Founder and CEO of Charli AI, a leading Intelligent Content Services Platform provider that is driving the transformation of human decision-making. Its suite of products helps businesses accelerate growth, dramatically reduce costs, streamline operations, and enable
- [How To: Access Scotiabank's Women Initiative with Chris McMartin and Melissa Houston](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-to-access-scotiabanks-women-initiative-with-chris-mcmartin-and-melissa-houston/): Money matters for entrepreneurs and for business owners. It can also be a source of stress, shame and overwhelm. Chris and Melissa have advice for you to feel more comfortable with making and managing money as a women entrepreneur. Guests: Chris McMartin is our Topic Expert. Chris leads The Scotiabank Women Initiative Small Business Strategy
- [Empowering Girls in STEM with Ingrid Gayle](https://www.startupcan.ca/with-ingrid-gayle/): "We raise girls who are skillful, fierce, resilient and hopeful to be a part of the future." What started with a game of chess has ignited a movement and a revolution that young girls today need more than ever. Ingrid Gayle is empowering girls to level up and grow resilient enough to smash through the
- [#StartupChats Recap | Demystifying TikTok, Instagram Reels, and Video Content Marketing](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-demystifying-tiktok-instagram-reels-and-video-content-marketing/): Nearly 50% of TikTok users said they'd purchased something after seeing it advertised, promoted, or reviewed on the app. Video content marketing is increasingly becoming a powerful tool for marketers to reach new segments of customers and generate brand awareness. On Monday, June 26, we hosted a #StartupChats discussion on best practices for businesses looking
- [Revitalizing Queer Pride: Uplifting Community through Drag with Ian Burns (Rowena Whey)](https://www.startupcan.ca/uplifting-community-through-drag-with-ian-burns/): "My response to hate is that you are not on the right side of history. What I teach is that everyone deserves to be loved, and everyone deserves equal rights.” In this episode we speak to Ian Burns, based in Kingston Ontario. Ian is one of Kingston's premiere drag entertainers, known as Rowena Whey. Since
- [How To: Build Your Brand with Reagan Bradley and Rachel Kelly](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-to-build-your-brand-with-reagan-bradley-and-rachel-kelly/): When entrepreneurs hear Make Lemonade, they likely think of Rachel Kelly - but what is the secret to achieving this and how do you do it? Reagan Bradley, is a personal brand strategist, or in her words ‘a part time investigator, and part time storyteller’, guiding entrepreneurs to find their authenticity, and curate the right
- [How To: Foster Indigenous Values and Systems as an Entrepreneur](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-to-foster-indigenous-values-and-systems-as-an-entrepreneur/): Chelsea Howard is the Founder of Drift Employer Brand Consulting. Chelsea is a workforce strategist, partnering with companies from a range of industries to build human-centric culture and employee experience strategies. Mary Wildman is a First Nations Indigenous woman from Curve Lake First Nation. Mary is a vibrant warrior who works to build relationships and
- [Food for Thought: Recipes for Community Empowerment with Joline Beauregard](https://www.startupcan.ca/food-for-thought-recipes-for-community-empowerment-with-joline-beauregard/): “As a person who is queer, with disabilities, and as a female-presenting person, people need to see people who look like me being successful, and doing cool things. I too am allowed to be successful - there is power in that.” - Joline Beauregard at Startup Canada Tour 2023 in Whitehorse, YK. This episode’s guest
- [Every Girl Deserves to Shine: Inclusivity in Fashion with Jamie Alexander](https://www.startupcan.ca/every-girl-deserves-to-shine-inclusivity-in-fashion-with-jamie-alexander/): ”As entrepreneurs we fall in love with our products, and the problems that we are solving. We [the RUBIES team] celebrate trans kids and trans families - it’s infectious.” Every girl deserves to shine. That’s the mission behind RUBIES - a Toronto-based business led by this episode’s guest, Jamie Alexander, alongside his daughter, Ruby. RUBIES
- [Startup Canada Announces Calgary and Brampton as Final Stops for National Tour](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-announces-calgary-and-brampton-as-final-stops-for-national-tour/): OTTAWA, CANADA - MAY 30, 2023 - Today, Startup Canada has announced Calgary and Brampton as the final two stops of their Startup Canada Tour, a five-stop national in-person event series connecting early stage entrepreneurs with local support organizations and industry experts to drive their businesses forward. Startup Canada Tour kicked off in Whitehorse on
- [#StartupChats Recap | AccessAbility Week: Making your online business more accessible](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-accessability-week-making-your-online-business-more-accessible/): On Monday, May 29, we hosted a special AccessAbility Week edition of #Startupchats - discussing tips and recourse for making your online business more accessible. This #StartupChat discussion was presented by our partners at Mastercard. Hosted by Startup Canada, we were joined by Scott Vinkle, Accessibility Specialist at Shopify and ​Izzy Camilleri, Founder & Chief
- [From Peaks to Piers to Trails: Our Top 5 Moments from Startup Canada Tour](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-tour-recap/): Over the past month, the Startup Canada team has been travelling across Canada for Startup Canada Tour, bringing the entrepreneurship ecosystem together to connect them with ecosytem support organizations and tools and resources to grow their businesses! We started Tour in Whitehorse before heading to Halifax and ended our first leg of Tour in Vancouver.
- [Young Voices for Climate Change with Sarah Syed](https://www.startupcan.ca/young-voices-for-climate-change-with-sarah-syed/): “Create opportunities in order for opportunities to come to you.” Sarah Syed is a climate activist, researcher, innovator, and poet from Toronto who has taken stage around the world. Her research and work have been recognized by leaders of parliament, David Suzuki, and other influential activists. Sarah has volunteered more than 1000 hours and her
- [Accessibility as a Competitive Advantage with David Bestwith David Best](https://www.startupcan.ca/accessibility-as-a-competitive-advantage-with-david-bestwith-david-best/): "The digital divide has created a wider gap between leadership and management. It has created a lot of problems for people with disabilities." David Best is persistent in seeking out best practises for more accessible businesses. At the age of five, David developed glaucoma and by age twenty, lost all of his vision. David believes
- [How To: Fund Your Business and Grow with Kailey Gilchrist and Shelley Kuipers](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-to-fund-your-business-and-grow-with-kailey-gilchrist-and-shelley-kuipers/): Your venture needs funding, how you get there can be up to you. In this episode, Kailey shares NONA Vegan's fundraising journey while Shelley chimes in with insight and advice for funding your business so you can grow. "Founders should put themselves first. I want to understand their judgment, I need to see that they
- [Celebrating Yukon Doers and Dreamers with Karen McColl](https://www.startupcan.ca/celebrating-yukon-doers-and-dreamers-with-karen-mccoll/): "We showcase the Yukon’s extraordinary people, culture, and places through our magazines, podcast, and retail store.” Karen McColl is the editor of Yukon, North of Ordinary, and produces two podcasts: Yukon, North of Ordinary, the podcast; and Frisky North of 60. She is also working with a local legend on a book about ski trekking.
- [Let's Talk Side Hustles with Jeff Mitchell](https://www.startupcan.ca/lets-talk-side-hustles-with-jeff-mitchell/): "When change happens, we become resilient. I believe pursuing a side hustle allows us to learn this and thrive.” Jeff has enjoyed a winding pathway through the gig and creator economies. A former English teacher, Jeff dove into entrepreneurship in 2012 and hasn't looked back. Early in his journey he started an education technology company,
- [Branding as a Super Power with Christine Lieu](https://www.startupcan.ca/branding-as-a-super-power-with-christine-lieu/): "Like a house, your brand is one of the biggest assets you own. If you don't have a strong foundation to start with, you might have to knock it all down." Christine Lieu is the expert behind CL Designs and the Brand Party Podcast, a show to energize entrepreneurs to invest in their brands. She
- [Breaking Barriers with Christina Wong](https://www.startupcan.ca/breaking-barriers-with-christina-wong/): “I see confidence increase in the folks of our programs, and identity shifts. We had one woman identify as a refugee and domestic abuse surivivor. Now, she identifies as a business woman.” Christina Wong is the Executive Director and Co-Founder of Employ to Empower, a registered charitable organization that empowers people who face barriers in
- [The Power of Networking with Jarrod Goldsmith](https://www.startupcan.ca/the-power-of-networking-with-jarrod-goldsmith/): “Networking is not just about business. Ask them ‘how can I help you’ and write this on their business card, so you remember.” Known by his signature fedora, Jarrod Goldsmith is a Canadian community builder, avid networker, past archaeologist, YouTuber, podcaster, and professional musician who founded Sax Appeal Ottawa. Using an interactive and novel virtual
- [Transforming Parkinson’s Disease with Bronwyn Bridges](https://www.startupcan.ca/transforming-parkinsons-disease-with-bronwyn-bridges/): Bronwyn Bridges is the Co-Founder and CEO of Pragmaclin, and is transforming the ways we assess, diagnose and treat people with Parkinson's Disease. Bronwyn has helped to leverage over one million dollars in non-dilutive government funding and received over two hundred thousand dollars through pitch competition wins. A big thank you to Export Development Canada
- [How To: Navigate Entrepreneurship as a Newcomer with Karla Briones and Vanessa Teran](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-to-navigate-entrepreneurship-as-a-newcomer-with-karla-briones-and-vanessa-teran/): Entrepreneurship is a rollercoaster, with high highs and low lows. Add in navigating a new country and all of the emotions and learnings that come along with it, that is a whole new rollercoaster. In this episode, we hear from two women entrepreneurs who left home and came to Canada for a new life. Through
- [Embracing Innovation with Matt Mizzi](https://www.startupcan.ca/embracing-innovation-with-matt-mizzi/): On the show today, we are excited to speak with Matt Mizzi, Co-Founder and CEO of Drinkable, in Dartmouth Nova Scotia. “I really embrace pivots, it means it was a decision we always had to make, we just didn’t know it yet.” Matt Mizzi is an environmental scientist and venture capital enthusiast. His vision is
- [How does the 2023 Federal Budget Impact Canada’s Entrepreneurs?](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-does-the-2023-federal-budget-impact-canadas-entrepreneurs/): Insights from Startup Canada’s Director, Corporate & Government Affairs On Tuesday, March 28, the Canadian Government launched their 2023 federal budget. Every year, Natasha Morano, Startup Canada’s Director of Corporate & Government Affairs, looks closely at the budget to examine any possible impacts and benefits for Canadian entrepreneurs. This year, the government clarified that they
- [#StartupChats Recap | Finding Your Summer Star: Best Practices for Hiring Students & New Grads](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-finding-your-summer-star-best-practices-for-hiring-students-new-grads/): On Monday, March 27, we hosted a #StartupChats discussion on best practices for businesses looking to hire students and new grads and resources and advice for students looking to kick off their careers by working at a startup or small business! Hosted by Startup Canada’s Marketing Officer, Nadia Ladak, we were joined by Aaron Brown,
- [The State of Entrepreneurship in Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/the-state-of-entrepreneurship-in-canada/): Findings from the 2022 Startup Canada Entrepreneurship Census This week we launched our 2022 Startup Canada Entrepreneurship Census! Conducted yearly, the entrepreneurship census provides unique insights into who makes up Canada’s entrepreneur ecosystem and the challenges they face. Over the last few years, entrepreneurs have faced more challenges than ever before, from COVID-19 to tech
- [Helmets as a Tool for Inclusion with Tina Singh](https://www.startupcan.ca/helmets-as-a-tool-for-inclusion-with-tina-singh/): Tina Singh is the Founder of Bold Helmets, the first safety-certified helmet for Sikh kids. “I knew I had to be bold. Our helmets are new to the market, and something not everyone might understand.” For years, Tina worked as an occupational therapist with patients who have suffered brain injuries, an experience that has shown
- [Representation on the Runway with Lesley Hampton](https://www.startupcan.ca/representation-on-the-runway-with-lesley-hampton/): Lesley Hamptonn is an Anishinaabe Artist and Fashion Designer. Her pieces and designs focus on mental health awareness, body positivity, and authentic representation in fashion, film, and media. Vogue has called her the “number one Canadian designer to keep your eye on”, and The Globe and Mail describe Lesley as ‘an important Indigenous face in
- [Redefining the Motel Experience with April Brown and Sarah Sklash](https://www.startupcan.ca/redefining-the-motel-experience-with-april-brown-and-sarah-sklash/): Co-founders, moteliers, and best friends, April and Sarah created The June Motel, now with two locations and guests who can’t get enough. April has a decade of experience creating successful PR campaigns and a great eye for design which has helped The June gain traction through social media and online spaces. Sarah’s previous experience working
- [Bold Flavours and Fair Team Wages with Liz Mok](https://www.startupcan.ca/bold-flavours-and-fair-team-wages-with-liz-mok/): Liz Mok believes in bold ice cream flavours and fair and inclusive teams.
- [Startup Canada Announces Year-Round Support for Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-announces-year-round-support-for-entrepreneurs/): Ottawa, ON – February 2, 2022 | Today, Startup Canada is delighted to announce that all of their flagship programs have officially been restructured to provide support for entrepreneurs throughout the whole calendar year. As a national convener, all of our programs act as a central library that connects you with the resource that accurately
- [BarterPay and Startup Canada Announce New Partnership to Support Businesses Across Canada in COVID-19 Recovery and Beyond](https://www.startupcan.ca/barterpay-and-startup-canada-announce-new-partnership-to-support-businesses-across-canada-in-covid-19-recovery-and-beyond/): BarterPay and Startup Canada have formed a partnership that will bring the BarterPay trading platform to thousands of businesses and entrepreneurs across the country. The organized bartering platform will help businesses generate new sales and offset costs resulting in a big boost to the bottom line. To celebrate this new partnership, we're working together to
- [UrbanFix Gives Sault Ste. Marie an Innovation Boost](https://www.startupcan.ca/urbanfix-gives-sault-ste-marie-an-innovation-boost/): We’re always thrilled when we see new innovations. The same enthusiasm can be found in one of our Startup Communities, StartUP Sault Ste. Marie! One of the latest pieces of innovation that’s come from the city is UrbanFix, a gig economy app for home improvement services. UrbanFix’s journey is an example of how one simple
- [Bridging Entrepreneurs with the Funding Needed to Succeed with A.I.](https://www.startupcan.ca/bridging-entrepreneurs-with-the-funding-needed-to-succeed-with-a-i/): Access to funding remains one of the top barriers to helping entrepreneurs start and grow successful businesses. Lack of capital translates into a lack of competitiveness, fewer jobs, and more inequality in terms of who receives funding. Today, Hockeystick and Startup Canada are proud to announce a new partnership designed to increase the amount of
- [Opinion: Entrepreneurs as Leaders, Now and After COVID-19](https://www.startupcan.ca/adapting-to-new-realities-2/): Opinion: Entrepreneurs as Leaders, Now and After COVID-19 Entrepreneur Voices: Rivers Corbett “Entrepreneurs were made for this. Every day we go to battle. Every day we face hurricanes, crocodiles, and sunshine...this is what we were made for.” As the CEO and Founder of The Chef Group for 20 years, a HealthTech Executive, and founding member
- [Opinion: Adapting to New Realities](https://www.startupcan.ca/adapting-to-new-realities/): Opinion: Adapting to New Realities Entrepreneur Voices: Nevin Buconjic “Entrepreneurs helping entrepreneurs are what startup communities are all about, and our goal is to help facilitate this support.” Nevin Buconjic is the Founder and Chair of StartUP Sault Ste. Marie, a grassroots organization that helps both new entrepreneurs and existing entrepreneurs. Nevin is a well-known community
- [Opinion: Paying it Forward During COVID-19](https://www.startupcan.ca/paying-it-forward-during-covid/): Opinion: Paying it Forward During COVID-19 Entrepreneur Voices: Brett Colvin “I think this is a wake-up call and I hope that there's a realization, even outside of the pandemic, that taking care of people is actually more important than profits.” Brett Colvin is the Co-Founder and CEO of Goodlawyer, a platform that connects Canadians with lawyers
- [Opinion: Finding Opportunity in a Pandemic](https://www.startupcan.ca/opinion-finding-opportunity-in-a-pandemic/): Opinion: Finding Opportunity in a Pandemic Entrepreneur Voices: Edwin Frondozo “I see this as the best of times [...] when new partnerships and opportunities will grow. To the entrepreneurs who are reading this—take a look at the assets that you have today.” As the CEO and co-founder of the Slingshot VoIP telecommunications network and a key
- [Opinion: Canada Needs To Invest In Its Small And Medium Technology Firms Right Now](https://www.startupcan.ca/opinion-david-lowe-sme-technology-firms/): Opinion: Canada Needs To Invest In Its Small And Medium Technology Firms Right Now Entrepreneur Voices: David Lowe Three weeks ago, the CEO of a to-date low profile, but large impact organization, called the Canadian Advanced Technology Alliance (CATA) wrote to the Prime Minister recommending that the COVID-19 pandemic demands the government to urgently invest
- [Startup Canada brings together Women Entrepreneurs and Executive Leaders to discuss scaling up women-led businesses](https://www.startupcan.ca/scaling-up-women-led-businesses/): March 2nd, 2020 | Startup Canada, Canada's leading entrepreneurship organization, announced today its intention to build specific programming for women entrepreneurs, employing a gendered lens through which to examine the startup ecosystem. This will maximize Canada’s support of women-led startups, scale-ups, and small businesses. In celebration of International Women’s Month, Startup Canada is collaborating with
- [Microsoft presents ~ Great Canadian Innovators light up the north!](https://www.startupcan.ca/microsoft-presents-great-canadian-innovators-light-up-the-north/): Microsoft presents ~ Great Canadian Innovators light up the north! If you love inspiring startup stories about artificial intelligence, holograms, Internet of Things, and other transformative technologies sparking innovation, then this is the blog post for you! It spotlights Microsoft’s Great Canadian Innovators 2018’s Yearbook, which profiles 10 amazing Canadian companies lighting up the north
- [Startup Canada and Founder Institute Join Forces to Map Canada’s Startup Ecosystem and Accelerate Early-Stage Growth](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-founder-institute-join-forces-map-canadas-startup-ecosystem-accelerate-early-stage-growth/): Startup Canada | September 8, 2017 Startup Canada, the national rallying community and voice for Canada’s 2.3 million entrepreneurs, today announced the Founder Institute as a national partner supporting startup and small business success across Canada. With this new partnership, Canada is getting one step closer to becoming the most successful Founder Institute nation in
- [Startup Canada Announces Seven New Startup Communities to Join Startup Fredericton](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-announces-seven-new-startup-communities-join-startup-fredericton/): September 7, 2017 | Startup Canada, the national rallying community and voice for Canada’s 2.3 million entrepreneurs, today announced the launch of seven new Startup Communities to join Startup Fredericton. Startup Fredericton will be welcoming Startup Saint John, Startup Chaleur, Startup Miramichi, Startup Sackville, Startup Moncton, Startup Sussex and Startup St. Stephen into the New
- [Naked Entrepreneur star Sean Wise named national Fellow for Startup Communities by Startup Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/naked-entrepreneur-star-sean-wise-named-national-fellow-startup-communities-startup-canada/): Fellowship strengthening the nation’s network of Startup Communities September 26, 2016 | Startup Canada Startup Canada, the national rallying community and voice for Canada’s entrepreneurs, today named its' inaugural Fellow for Startup Communities. Dr. Sean Wise, Associate Professor of Entrepreneurship at the Ted Rogers School of Management at Ryerson University and star of the
- [2016 Startup Canada Awards to celebrate Canadians driving innovation and entrepreneurship in communities nation-wide](https://www.startupcan.ca/2016-startup-canada-awards-celebrate-canadians-driving-innovation-entrepreneurship-communities-nation-wide/): Nominations for the Startup Canada Awards now open OTTAWA – May 12, 2016 – Startup Canada opened nominations today for the third annual Startup Canada Awards, which recognizes those driving impact and demonstrating excellence in Canada’s entrepreneurship and innovation community. In the third year of the program, Startup Canada has added six awards to the
- [Startup Canada and the Coalition of the Youth Chamber of Commerce in Quebec partner to promote and advance entrepreneurship in Quebec](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-and-the-coalition-of-the-youth-chamber-of-commerce-in-quebec-partner-to-promote-and-advance-entrepreneurship-in-quebec/): Un message français suivra MONTREAL, February 22, 2015 - Startup Canada (www.startupcan.ca) and the Coalition of the Youth Chamber of Commerce in Quebec (Regroupement des jeunes chambres de commerce du Québec), announced a strategic partnership today aiming to contribute to, promote, and advance entrepreneurship in Quebec. Monsef Derraji, the CEO of the coalition, says he is “proud
- [Peel Region and Sarnia-Lambton selected to join the Startup Canada Communities network](https://www.startupcan.ca/peel-region-and-sarnia-lambton-selected-to-join-the-startup-canada-communities-network/): Toronto, O.N. December 14, 2015 – Startup Canada announced today two new communities will join its national network of Startup Canada Communities in 2016 to accelerate entrepreneurial growth in their areas. The Startup Canada Communities Program is the flagship program of Startup Canada, a national movement recognized globally as a best practice in fuelling grassroots
- [Support for Startup Canada Communities leads to coding education in Smithers, B.C and industry-specific events in Halifax, N.S.](https://www.startupcan.ca/support-for-startup-canada-communities-leads-to-coding-education-in-smithers-b-c-and-industry-specific-events-in-halifax-n-s/): Support for Startup Canada Communities leads to coding education in Smithers, B.C and industry-specific events in Halifax, N.S. Toronto, O.N. December 14, 2015 | Two Startup Canada Communities have been awarded with the second round of investment from the Startup Canada Community Investment Fund, Startup Canada announced today. The Fund launched in Spring 2015 and
- [Saskatoon Maker Fair and Toronto-based Tempo Space named recipients of the TruShield Insurance Retail Startup Fund](https://www.startupcan.ca/saskatoon-maker-fair-and-toronto-based-tempo-space-named-recipients-of-the-trushield-insurance-retail-startup-fund/): TruShield Insurance and Startup Canada invest in the development of Canada’s retail sector Toronto, O.N. December 14, 2015 | Saskatoon Maker Fair and Toronto’s Tempo Space are the first-ever recipients of the Trushield Insurance Retail Startup Fund presented by TruShield Insurance and Startup Canada. The fund launched in September 2015 and invests in high-impact
- [Startup Canada partners with eight Ontario hubs to connect local and travelling entrepreneurs with co-working spaces](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-partners-with-seven-ontario-hubs-to-connect-local-and-travelling-entrepreneurs-with-co-working-spaces/): Toronto, O.N., December. 14, 2015 | Thanks to a new partnership between Startup Canada and eight Ontario co-working spaces – CoMotion on King (Hamilton), Co-work Niagara Co-operative Inc. (St. Catharines), Impact HUB Ottawa (Ottawa) LabB (Brampton), LabTO (Toronto), The Creative Space (Barrie), Offices That Work! (Peterborough) and UnLondon Digital Media Association (London) – entrepreneurs now
- [Startup Toronto officially launches during Global Entrepreneurship Week](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-toronto-officially-launches-during-global-entrepreneurship-week/): The following remarks were delivered by Victoria Lennox, CEO and Co-Founder of Startup Canada at the official launch of Startup Toronto on Nov. 16, 2015. Good evening Startup Torontonians and happy Global Entrepreneurship Week to you all! Thank you for joining us on this very important milestone for the Toronto entrepreneurship community. I wish to
- [Startup Canada partners with three Alberta hubs to connect local and travelling entrepreneurs with co-working spaces](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-partners-with-three-alberta-hubs-to-connect-local-and-travelling-entrepreneurs-with-co-working-spaces/): Calgary, Nov. 9, 2015 | Thanks to a new partnership between Startup Canada and three Alberta co-working spaces – Startup Calgary, The Collective 12|12 (formerly Accelerator YYC), and e=mc2 The Centre for Business Excellence – entrepreneurs now have more co-working opportunities in Alberta. These entrepreneur hubs are recipients of Startup Canada’s Startup Space Fund, the non-profit
- [Startup Canada partners with two entrepreneur hubs in Whitehorse to connect local and travelling entrepreneurs with shared work space](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-partners-with-two-entrepreneur-hubs-in-whitehorse-to-connect-local-and-travelling-entrepreneurs-with-shared-work-space/): Whitehorse, Nov. 10, 2015 | Thanks to a new partnership between Startup Canada, YuKonstruct and co(space), both initiatives of the Yukonstruct Makerspace Society, entrepreneurs now have more access to shared work spaces to take their ideas, projects and businesses to new heights. These entrepreneur hubs are recipients of Startup Canada’s Startup Space Fund. The announcement
- [Startup Canada partners with four B.C. hubs to connect local and travelling entrepreneurs with co-working spaces](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-partners-with-four-b-c-hubs-to-connect-local-and-travelling-entrepreneurs-with-co-working-spaces/): Vancouver, Nov. 5, 2015 | Thanks to a new partnership between Startup Canada and four co-working spaces – Cowork Penticton, Foresight Cleantech Accelerator Centre, Launch Academy and Revelstoke Coworking – entrepreneurs now have more co-working opportunities in British Columbia. These entrepreneur hubs are recipients of Startup Canada’s Startup Space Fund, the non-profit organization announced yesterday.
- [Startup Prince George a recipient of the Startup Canada Women Entrepreneurship Fund supported by Dell to connect and inspire local women in business](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-prince-george-receives-investment-from-the-startup-canada-women-entrepreneurship-fund-supported-by-dell-to-connect-mentor-and-inspire-local-women-in-business/): Vancouver, Nov. 5, 2015 | Startup Prince George been awarded with one of the first-ever investments from the Startup Canada Women Entrepreneurship Fund. The fund launched in September 2015 and invests in high-impact projects that encourage and support the development of women-led companies in Canada. With the funding, Startup Prince George will run a one-day
- [Access to customers and an entrepreneurship strategy main priorities for Quebec entrepreneurs at Startup Canada’s #EveryEntrepreneur Tour stop](https://www.startupcan.ca/access-to-customers-and-an-entrepreneurship-strategy-main-priorities-for-quebec-entrepreneurs-at-startup-canadas-everyentrepreneur-tour-stop/): MONTREAL, October 30, 2015 | Entrepreneurs, small business owners and economic development leaders in Montreal laid the foundations for three entrepreneur-led initiatives and voiced four policy-based priorities for the federal government at Startup Canada’s #EveryEntrepreneur Tour stop Oct. 27-28 in Montreal. The national, non-profit organization is travelling the country to provide a platform for entrepreneurs
- [Startup Canada collaborates with two Montreal hubs to connect local and travelling entrepreneurs with co-working spaces](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-partners-with-two-montreal-hubs-to-connect-local-and-travelling-entrepreneurs-with-co-working-spaces/): Montreal, October 28, 2015 | Thanks to a new collaboration between Startup Canada and two Montreal co-working spaces – La Gare and Notman House – entrepreneurs now have more co-working opportunities in Quebec. These entrepreneur hubs are recipients of Startup Canada’s Startup Space Fund, the non-profit organization announced today. The announcement comes after a call-for-proposals
- [East Coast initiatives launched as entrepreneurs add regional voice to national forum on startup and small business priorities](https://www.startupcan.ca/east-coast-initiatives-launched-as-entrepreneurs-add-voice-to-national-forum-on-startup-and-small-business-priorities-at-everyentrepreneur-tour-launch-in-halifax-n-s/): HALIFAX, October 19, 2015 | Entrepreneurs, small business owners, economic development leaders and members of government from across the East Coast kick-started four entrepreneur-led initiatives and voiced five policy-based priorities for the federal government at Startup Canada’s East Coast #EveryEntrepreneur Tour stop Oct. 13-14. The national, non-profit organization is travelling the country to provide new
- [PayPal Canada joins Startup Canada’s #EveryEntrepreneur Tour as a key sponsor to help entrepreneurs grow their sales and marketing channels](https://www.startupcan.ca/paypal-canada-joins-startup-canadas-everyentrepreneur-tour-as-a-key-sponsor-to-help-entrepreneurs-grow-their-sales-and-marketing-channels/): Startup Canada and PayPal Canada, a global digital payments leader, have collaborated to energize and encourage entrepreneurship across Canada. PayPal will mentor startups and small businesses and equip them with the knowledge to help grow their sales and marketing channels during Startup Canada’s #EveryEntrepreneur Tour. “Startups are built on great ideas and passion, but to
- [Startup Canada partners with five East Coast hubs to connect local and travelling entrepreneurs with co-working spaces](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-partners-with-four-east-coast-hubs-to-connect-local-and-travelling-entrepreneurs-with-co-working-spaces/): Halifax, October 16, 2015 | Thanks to a new partnership between Startup Canada and five East Coast coworking spaces - Hub SouthShore in Mahone Bay, N.S., The Spot in Charlottetown, P.E.I., Volta Labs in Halifax, N.S., Common Ground Co-Working in St. John’s, Nfld and Planet Hatch in Fredericton, N.B. - entrepreneurs now have more co-working opportunities in
- [Here’s to the Chase: Wolf Blass and Startup Canada celebrate the movers and shakers of Canada’s entrepreneurship movement](https://www.startupcan.ca/heres-to-the-chase-wolf-blass-and-startup-canada-celebrate-the-movers-and-shakers-of-canadas-entrepreneurship-movement/): October 10, 2015 | Wolf Blass, an award-winning Australian winery, and Startup Canada, a national non-profit organization working to build a thriving environment for entrepreneurial success in Canada, have partnered to draw national attention to Canada’s top entrepreneurs, startups, small businesses, and entrepreneur-support organizations at the second annual Startup Canada Awards this autumn. These awards are
- [The .CA team joins Startup Canada’s #EveryEntrepreneur Tour to help new businesses develop their digital brand](https://www.startupcan.ca/the-ca-team-joins-startup-canadas-everyentrepreneur-tour-to-help-new-businesses-develop-their-digital-brand/): Startup Canada and the Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA), stewards of the .CA domain are working to help new entrepreneurs get their business online as partners in Startup Canada’s nationwide #EveryEntrepreneur Tour. “As many Canadian and international shoppers prefer to interact with .CA domains when browsing and making purchases online, a .CA is an important
- [Startup Canada’s #EveryEntrepreneur Tour will set small businesses on track for long-term sustainability and scalability](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canadas-everyentrepreneur-tour-will-set-small-businesses-on-track-for-long-term-sustainability-and-scalability/): [le français suit l"anglais] OTTAWA, October 1, 2015 | Canadian entrepreneurs and small business owners from across Canada will be flocking to Canada’s major cities this fall to find mentors, support and new opportunities to start and grow their companies at one of the seven stops on Startup Canada’s #EveryEntrepreneur Tour. “We want every entrepreneur
- [Startup Finance Week coming to British Columbia, Nova Scotia, and Ontario](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-finance-week-coming-to-ontario-halifax-and-nanaimo/): OTTAWA, ON, September 24, 2015 | Startup Canada and Intuit are joining forces with entrepreneur community leaders across Canada Sept. 28-Oct. 4 for Startup Finance Week, a series of financial readiness events and workshops that will connect 500 entrepreneurs to the knowledge and tools needed to build financially fit and fundable enterprises. “Lack of financial
- [Atlantic Canada Ecosystem Needs Focus on Growth](https://www.startupcan.ca/atlantic-canada-ecosystem-needs-focus-on-growth/): By Peter Moreira, founder of Entrevestor As in all startup ecosystems, there’s a crying need for more capital and coding talent on Canada’s East Coast. But in terms of structural improvements that would lead to economic growth, the region most needs expertise in helping established companies to scale. To get an idea of the potential of
- [Startup Canada Community Investment Fund provides boost to entrepreneur-driven initiatives in local communities](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-community-investment-fund-provides-boost-to-entrepreneur-driven-initiatives-in-local-communities/): OTTAWA, ON, September 10, 2015 - Startup Canada opened applications today for the Startup Canada Community Investment Fund, which invests in high-impact, entrepreneur-driven initiatives that foster new opportunities and greater connectivity of entrepreneurs to support, investment, customers and supply chains. “As startups and small businesses are the main drivers of job creation and innovation, building
- [Startup Canada issues call-for-proposals to secure co-working spaces for entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-issues-call-for-proposals-to-secure-co-working-spaces-for-entrepreneurs/): September 8, 2015 - Startup Canada issued a call for proposals today to partner with grassroots, entrepreneur-led co-working spaces, incubators, and makerspaces across Canada that will create or provide physical spaces for Startup Canada Members to start and grow their businesses. “Co-working spaces help entrepreneurs save resources, collaborate with like minds, and anchor their companies
- [Startup Canada Ecosystem Investment Fund Recipients Announced](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-ecosystem-investment-fund-recipients-announced/): Five Startup Canada Communities have been awarded with the first-ever round of investment from the Startup Canada Ecosystem Investment Fund. The Fund launched in Spring 2015 and invests in high-impact, entrepreneur-driven initiatives that connect and strengthen local startup communities across Canada. Funding was awarded to Startup Canada Community projects based on the ability of each
- [The Upside Foundation partners with Startup Canada to encourage entrepreneurs to give back](https://www.startupcan.ca/the-upside-foundation-partners-with-startup-canada-to-encourage-entrepreneurs-to-give-back-to-the-community/): Startup Canada is pleased to announce a partnership with The Upside Foundation of Canada, a registered charity. The Foundation provides an innovative platform for corporate philanthropy: donate options or warrants, not cash. Earlier-stage and high growth private companies can pledge stock options or warrants to the Upside Foundation, convertible into a small portion of equity.
- [TELUS partners with Startup Canada to establish Toronto as national startup hub](https://www.startupcan.ca/telus-partners-with-startup-canada-to-establish-toronto-as-national-startup-hub/): FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TORONTO, APRIL 28, 2015 – Startup Canada and TELUS are joining forces to strengthen Toronto’s startup community and make Toronto a Canadian city of choice for entrepreneurs to start and scale their businesses. Today the organizations launched Startup Toronto – an entrepreneur-led community that will help new businesses in the Greater Toronto Area accelerate their growth by
- [Is it time to quit your day job? Pitch your biz at the Startup Opportunities Book Tour!](https://www.startupcan.ca/is-it-time-to-quit-your-day-job-pitch-your-biz-at-the-startup-opportunities-book-tour/): This year millions of entrepreneurs will launch a new venture. Will yours be one that succeeds – or will you wish you were told not to quit your day job? A new book by Sean Wise and Brad Feld, both entrepreneurs and investors, reveals their process for determining which startups are worth the money, and
- [Intuit Canada and Startup Canada to reduce startup failures with national financial literacy initiative](https://www.startupcan.ca/intuit-canada-and-startup-canada-to-reduce-startup-failures-with-national-financial-literacy-initiative/): FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OTTAWA, MARCH 17, 2015 – Startup Canada and Intuit Canada aim to reduce startup failure in the country through a national, grassroots initiative to secure integration in local startup networks of high calibre tools, technology, and accredited advisors needed for financial success. “Startup success and failure hinges on an entrepreneur’s ability to
- [GOVERNOR GENERAL INVITES STARTUP CANADA CEO TO REPRESENT CANADIAN STARTUPS AND ENTREPRENEURS DURING STATE VISIT TO CHILE AND COLOMBIA](https://www.startupcan.ca/governor-general-invites-startup-canada-ceo-to-represent-canadian-startups-and-entrepreneurs-during-state-visit-to-chile-and-colombia-2/): FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 30, 2014, OTTAWA | Victoria Lennox, CEO and Co-Founder of Startup Canada Victoria Lennox, Co-Founder and CEO of Startup Canada, a Canadian national entrepreneurship organization, will be accompanying his Excellencies the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, and Mrs. Sharon Johnston as a delegate on his State visit to
- [Intuit Supporting the Development of 20 New Startup Canada Communities](https://www.startupcan.ca/intuit-supporting-the-development-of-20-new-startup-canada-communities/): FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OTTAWA, Nov. 26, 2014 – Intuit today expanded its partnership with Startup Canada by supporting the launch and development of 20 grassroots startup communities across Canada. Through Intuit funding, Startup Canada and Intuit will work together with community leaders to ensure they possess the programming, tools, and professional experts required to fuel
- [Charlottetown, Halifax, and Toronto selected to join Startup Canada Communities network](https://www.startupcan.ca/charlottetown-halifax-and-toronto-selected-to-join-startup-canada-communities-network/): FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OTTAWA, November 26, 2014 – Startup Canada announced today three new cities will join its national infrastructure of Startup Canada Communities in 2015 to accelerate entrepreneurial growth in their areas. Charlottetown, Halifax, and Toronto will join 15 existing Startup Canada Communities in the national program to link their entrepreneurs with local and
- [Leading business incubators, startup accelerators, research parks, and investors to join Startup Canada Task Force](https://www.startupcan.ca/leading-business-incubators-startup-accelerators-research-parks-and-investors-to-join-startup-canada-task-force/): FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OTTAWA, November 26, 2014 – Startup Canada announced today it will expand the Startup Canada Task Force from six to 11 member organizations in 2015 to better sync government and entrepreneurs. The Startup Canada Task Force provides a platform for key national organizations advancing entrepreneurship to engage with government to advance mutually
- [#StartupChats Recap | Exploring eCommerce and Online Payments](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-exploring-ecommerce-and-online-payments/): The first #StartupChats of 2023 kicked off on Monday, February 27, and for the first time, the live Q&A was hosted on Instagram! This chat was presented in partnership with Mastercard. This month's topic was Exploring eCommerce and Online Payments. We were joined by Blair Forrest, founder of DTC Toronto, and Nadia Ladak, co-founder of
- [Startup Canada to Host Cross-Canada Events Series for Early Stage Entrepreneurs in Halifax](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-tour-halifax-launch/): Halifax, CANADA - March 1, 2023 - Startup Canada has announced the locations and dates for Startup Canada Tour, a five stop national in-person event series connecting small business owners and creators with local support organizations and industry experts to drive their businesses forward. Halifax is the second stop of the Startup Canada Tour, taking place
- [Startup Canada to Host Cross-Canada Events Series for Early Stage Entrepreneurs in Vancouver](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-tour-launch-vancouver/): VANCOUVER, CANADA - March 1, 2023 - Startup Canada has announced the locations and dates for Startup Canada Tour, a five stop national in-person event series connecting small business owners and creators with local support organizations and industry experts to drive their businesses forward. Vancouver is the third stop of the Startup Canada Tour, taking
- [Le potentiel des fondatrices | Erin Madden](https://www.startupcan.ca/fr-erin-madden/): L'entrepreneuriat peut être un parcours solitaire. Il est essentiel de vous entourer de fondatrices et de fondateurs ainsi que de mentores et de mentors qui partagent les mêmes idées et qui peuvent vous fournir les ressources et les conseils nécessaires à votre réussite. Le sentiment d’isolement est particulièrement ressenti par les propriétaires d’entreprise s’identifiant comme
- [Le potentiel des fondatrices | Felicita Ovadje](https://www.startupcan.ca/fr-felicita-ovadje/): L'entrepreneuriat peut être un parcours solitaire. Il est essentiel de vous entourer de fondatrices et de fondateurs ainsi que de mentores et de mentors qui partagent les mêmes idées et qui peuvent vous fournir les ressources et les conseils nécessaires à votre réussite. Le sentiment d’isolement est particulièrement ressenti par les propriétaires d’entreprise s’identifiant comme
- [Le potentiel des fondatrices |  Anita Grant](https://www.startupcan.ca/fr-anita-grant/): L'entrepreneuriat peut être un parcours solitaire. Il est essentiel de vous entourer de fondatrices et de fondateurs ainsi que de mentores et de mentors qui partagent les mêmes idées et qui peuvent vous fournir les ressources et les conseils nécessaires à votre réussite. Le sentiment d’isolement est particulièrement ressenti par les propriétaires d’entreprise s’identifiant comme
- [Le potentiel des fondatrices | Sam Fleshman-Carlick](https://www.startupcan.ca/fr-sam-fleshman-carlick/): L'entrepreneuriat peut être un parcours solitaire. Il est essentiel de vous entourer de fondatrices et de fondateurs ainsi que de mentores et de mentors qui partagent les mêmes idées et qui peuvent vous fournir les ressources et les conseils nécessaires à votre réussite. Le sentiment d’isolement est particulièrement ressenti par les propriétaires d’entreprise s’identifiant comme
- [Le potentiel des fondatrices | Christine Lieu](https://www.startupcan.ca/fr-christine-lieu/): L'entrepreneuriat peut être un parcours solitaire. Il est essentiel de vous entourer de fondatrices et de fondateurs ainsi que de mentores et de mentors qui partagent les mêmes idées et qui peuvent vous fournir les ressources et les conseils nécessaires à votre réussite. Le sentiment d’isolement est particulièrement ressenti par les propriétaires d’entreprise s’identifiant comme
- [Building up Black Businesses in Atlantic Canada with Cheyenne Jones](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-podcast-e393-building-up-black-businesses-in-atlantic-canada-with-cheyenne-jones/): “To all Black entrepreneurs, the one thing you can do is recognize and honour that every door, every stage, and every opportunity, has been opened from the Black ancestors before you”. Cheyenne Jones is Cheyenne Jones is the Assistant Property Manager of Akoma Holdings. Akoma is a Black Owned, Black Run, and Black Serving organization
- [Black Women and Creative Entrepreneurship with Keosha Love](https://www.startupcan.ca/black-women-and-creative-entrepreneurship-with-keosha-love/): “When I show up in a space, I show other Black girls that there is nothing wrong with being loud, being outspoken, and with wanting to lead.” Keosha Love is an award-winning artist, activist, and educator who creates spaces for wellness and collection liberation in marginalized communities. She is a poet and a writer and
- [#StartupChats Recap - Funding Sources for Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-funding-sources-for-your-startup/): On Wednesday, June 16th during #StartupChats, we talked about Funding Sources for Your Startup with Scotiabank. We were joined by a great global expert; Colin Weston, Startup Vancouver Shadi Yazdan, PredictiveEye Mohammed Asadullah, Benji Joy A Adams, Covenant Wealth What should entrepreneurs consider when it comes to funding? A1: If it is financially possible and you
- [The Power of Women Founders | Sam Fleshman-Carlick](https://www.startupcan.ca/sam-fleshman-carlick/): Entrepreneurship can be a lonely journey. It is crucial to surround yourself with like-minded founders and mentors who can provide you with the right resources and advice to set you up for success. This feeling of isolation is especially true for women-identifying entrepreneurs, who face additional barriers on their entrepreneurial journey, such as receiving less
- [The Power of Women Founders | Anita Grant](https://www.startupcan.ca/anita-grant/): Entrepreneurship can be a lonely journey. It is crucial to surround yourself with like-minded founders and mentors who can provide you with the right resources and advice to set you up for success. This feeling of isolation is especially true for women-identifying entrepreneurs, who face additional barriers on their entrepreneurial journey, such as receiving less
- [The Power of Women Founders | Felicita Ovadje](https://www.startupcan.ca/felicita-ovadje/): Entrepreneurship can be a lonely journey. It is crucial to surround yourself with like-minded founders and mentors who can provide you with the right resources and advice to set you up for success. This feeling of isolation is especially true for women-identifying entrepreneurs, who face additional barriers on their entrepreneurial journey, such as receiving less
- [The Power of Women Founders | Erin Madden](https://www.startupcan.ca/erin-madden/): Entrepreneurship can be a lonely journey. It is crucial to surround yourself with like-minded founders and mentors who can provide you with the right resources and advice to set you up for success. This feeling of isolation is especially true for women-identifying entrepreneurs, who face additional barriers on their entrepreneurial journey, such as receiving less
- [The Power of Women Founders | Christine Lieu](https://www.startupcan.ca/christine-lieu/): Entrepreneurship can be a lonely journey. It is crucial to surround yourself with like-minded founders and mentors who can provide you with the right resources and advice to set you up for success. This feeling of isolation is especially true for women-identifying entrepreneurs, who face additional barriers on their entrepreneurial journey, such as receiving less
- [Startup Canada CEO, Kayla Isabelle, wins Report on Business magazine's 2023 Changemakers award from The Globe and Mail](https://www.startupcan.ca/kayla-2023-changemakers-award/): OTTAWA, ON - February 24, 2023 | Startup Canada is pleased to announce that CEO, Kayla Isabelle, has been named a 2023 Report on Business magazine Changemaker. Changemakers is an editorial award program produced by Report on Business magazine at The Globe and Mail. This program celebrates emerging business leaders who are making a difference
- [Startup Canada Launches Cross-Canada Event Series for Early Stage Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-tour-launch/): OTTAWA, CANADA - February 15, 2023 - Today, Startup Canada has announed the locations and dates for Startup Canada Tour, a five stop national in-person event series connecting early stage entrepreneurs with local support organizations and industry experts to drive their businesses forward. Kicking off in Whitehorse on April 25, Startup Canada Tour will make
- [Startup Canada to Host First Stop of Cross-Canada Event Series in Whitehorse](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-whitehorse-launch/): WHITEHORSE, CANADA - February 15, 2023 - Today, Startup Canada has launched the locations and dates for Startup Canada Tour, a five stop national in-person event series connecting small business owners and creators with local support organizations and industry experts to drive their businesses forward. Startup Canada Tour will kick off its first of five
- [Bringing Afro-Flair Fashion to Canada with Funmilayo Odeniyi](https://www.startupcan.ca/bringing-afro-flair-fashion-to-canada-with-funmilayo-odeniyi/): “Fashion in Nova Scotia wasn’t diverse. I wanted to bring afro-centric designs to the space.” Funmi is the Owner and Creative Designer of MichNat Fashion, a business she created to meet the demand for Afro designs mixed with Western flair. Funmi’s designs are bright, they are electric and her custom pieces include everything from dresses
- [How To: Be An Emotionally Intelligent Leader with Carolyn Stern and Daisy Wright](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-to-be-an-emotionally-intelligent-leader-with-carolyn-stern-and-daisy-wright/): Expressing our emotions at work is not always easy, but what if paying more attention to our behaviours and emotional needs made us better leaders? Leaders who could hire according to their emotional inventory, operate in a more self aware state and create emotionally in tuned and strong teams that support business growth. Daisy Wright,
- [Two Failed Startups Before Acquisition with Marc Lafleur](https://www.startupcan.ca/two-failed-startups-before-acquisition-with-marc-lafleur/): “If you think I can't do it, that will give me fuel for a year.” Building three businesses from the ground up has given Marc Lafleur a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in today’s competitive business landscape. As the Co-Founder and Former CEO of truLOCAL, he’s built it into a team of
- [Avis aux entrepreneuses et entrepreneurs du Canada : une autre année de soutien gratuit commence!](https://www.startupcan.ca/fr-2023-flagship-programs/): Les programmes phares de Startup Canada sont de retour pour fournir à la communauté entrepreneuriale canadienne les outils, le milieu et le soutien nécessaires pour développer des entreprises. Des activités et des ressources gratuites seront offertes à longueur d’année dans le cadre des programmes Startup Women, Startup Global et Startup Gov, et par l’entremise de
- [Get Ready for Another Year of Free Support for Canadian Entrepreneurs!](https://www.startupcan.ca/2023-flagship-programs/): Startup Canada’s annual flagship programs are back and here to provide Canadian entrepreneurs with the tools, community, and support they need to build their businesses. This year, we’re offering free year-long programming and resources through our Startup Women, Startup Global, and Startup Gov programs and the Business Owner’s Toolbox. Through each program, early stage entrepreneurs
- [Top 12 Resources for Black Entrepreneurs in Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/top-12-resources-for-black-entrepreneurs-in-canada/): February marks the beginning of Black History Month, a time to celebrate Black Canadians and their contributions to our communities! While February marks a special month of reflection and celebration, at Startup Canada, we actively look to support Black entrepreneurs all year through our programming. Black entrepreneurs continue to face added barriers when starting their
- [Indigenous Pathways with Michael Maracle Polak](https://www.startupcan.ca/indigenous-pathways-with-michael-maracle-polak/): “I see a place where Indigenous values, and practises are in every organization, that’s my grandest ambition.” Michael is Mohawk, Bear Clan with Ancestry in Tyendinaga on his mother's side and Polish on his father's side. He currently serves on the Board of Directors at Glooscap Ventures, is Executive Director at Pictou Landing First Nation,
- [How To: Navigate Mindset Shifts with Monique Hutson and Cheryl Sutherland](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-to-navigate-mindset-shifts-with-monique-hutson-and-cheryl-sutherland/): Monique Hutson is the Founder and Lead Content Producer of Dom Productions. After running the business for 6 years, her mindset and missions have changed and evolved, they have had to. Cheryl Sutherland is the Founder of PleaseNotes, a business she has built to help women step into their power by building confidence, clarity, and
- [Innovation Under the Sun with Stephanie Tien and Kristina Knox](https://www.startupcan.ca/innovation-under-the-sun-with-stephanie-tien-and-kristina-knox/): “Entrepreneurship can be done at your own pace. It doesn’t have to be a huge million-dollar company - the most important thing is just to take the leap." Scientists by training, Stephanie and Kristina are the right minds to innovate in the space of sun protection. After one too many sunburns on their scalps, this
- [Sweet Sweet Sustainability with Marina Tran Vu](https://www.startupcan.ca/sweet-sweet-sustainability-with-marina-tran-vu/): “We offer more materials as an option than any other brand in the market, globally. We offer five different options, and consumers can make their own choice." Marina Tran Vu knows that sugar cane straws are a sweet and sustainable alternative to plastic. She also knows they can create more jobs for farmers in Southeast
- [2022 Reflections: A Message From Our CEO](https://www.startupcan.ca/2022-reflections-a-message-from-our-ceo/): What a year we have had! Kayla Isabelle, CEO of Startup Canada, takes the mic on the Startup Canada Podcast to reflect on the key events and programs of 2022. Tune in for Kayla's favourite moments and get a glimpse of what we are planning for 2023.
- [2022 Wrapped with Startup Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/2022-wrapped-with-startup-canada/): We’re wrapping up another year at Startup Canada and taking a look back at some of the highlights and impact from each of our flagship programs this year! From over $75,000 in prizes awarded at our Startup Global Pitch Competition to 180 mentorship sessions with our Startup Women program and 1,000+ users of our newly
- [Business From the Heart with William Wells](https://www.startupcan.ca/business-from-the-heart-with-william-wells/): "I want to hire as many folks with disabilities as possible. ”I also hope we inspire other small businesses to hire folks with a disability." William Wells is the Founder and Head Roster at Artery Roastery based in Ottawa, Ontario. William and the Artery team know what a positive impact can do to a person
- [Creating Community Through Food with Asha Wheeldon](https://www.startupcan.ca/creating-community-through-food-with-asha-wheeldon/): "At the heart of it, I love gathering. To Kula, we say." Prepared with love, Asha Wheeldon is the Founder of Kula Foods, where she creates delicious, nourishing, and culturally relevant plant-based foods that connect people back to their roots. Kula Foods is afro veganism for the next generation where East African flavours are at
- [Empathetic Leadership with Julia St.Amand](https://www.startupcan.ca/empathetic-leadership-with-julia-st-amand/): Julia St.Amand is a graduate of the University of Calgary with a Bachelor of Commerce and a Bachelor of Kinesiology in 2022. She has worked as a pharmacy assistant, strategic sourcing specialist, and Teachers Assistant and currently, is the co-founder of RetinaLogik Inc. RetinaLogik Inc is based in Calgary Alberta, and is on a mission
- [Taboo Topics Make For Viral Products with Rachel Kerr and David Gaylord](https://www.startupcan.ca/taboo-topics-make-for-viral-products-with-rachel-kerr-and-david-gaylord/): David Gaylord is the current Chief Executive Officer at Bushbalm, a skincare and technology brand focused solely on the bikini line. After spending 7+ years at Shopify he took his ecommerce expertise to launch Bushbalm direct-to-consumer where they grew rapidly, launching in Indigo, Whole Foods, Holt Renfrew and more. The brand is now expanding its
- [Starting up the Holidays with Startup Canada!](https://www.startupcan.ca/starting-up-the-holidays-with-startup-canada/): It’s that time of year again! To help you with your holiday shopping, Startup Canada has put together this guide highlighting 13 entrepreneurs and small businesses from across Canada so you can support local this holiday season! Travelling from coast, to coast, to coast, this guide features a variety of industries and products for every
- [Investing in Artists with Vel Omazic](https://www.startupcan.ca/investing-in-artists-with-vel-omazic/): "You have to connect with people on an emotional level - that is the business of music" Vel Omazic co-founded Canada’s Music Incubator in 2011 and has been CMI’s executive director ever since. Canada’s Music Incubator provides customized professional development, live performance opportunities and ongoing mentorship to emerging artists, managers and industry professionals across all
- [How To: Fund Your Social Enterprise with Jacqueline Sofia, Noora Sharrab and Sagal Dualeh](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-to-fund-your-social-enterprise-with-jacqueline-sofia-noora-sharrab-and-sagal-dualeh/): Impact isn’t always a number or a dollar amount. Often it is a story. Jacqueline Sofia and Noora Sharrab are the founders of SITTI Social Enterprise, a venture that exists to improve the lives of refugees and displaced communities. Sagal Dualeh is the Senior Director of the Investment Readiness Program at Canada’s Women Foundation, supporting women
- [Taking the Fear out of Finance: Retirement & Succession Planning](https://www.startupcan.ca/taking-the-fear-out-of-finance-retirement-succession-planning/): Financial Literacy Month in partnership with Scotiabank – Taking the Fear Out of Finance *The following content should not be considered financial advice. Before acting upon the following information, we recommend you seek the guidance of a qualified financial or business advisor who can take your unique needs into account. Financial management and funding are
- [Taking the Fear out of Finance: Performance Monitoring & Optimizing for Profit](https://www.startupcan.ca/taking-the-fear-out-of-finance-performance-monitoring-optimizing-for-profit/): Financial Literacy Month in partnership with Scotiabank – Taking the Fear Out of Finance *The following content should not be considered financial advice. Before acting upon the following information, we recommend you seek the guidance of a qualified financial or business advisor who can take your unique needs into account. Financial management and funding are
- [How To: Be Diverse Equitable and Inclusive with Jess Dassanayake and Camille Dundas](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-to-be-diverse-equitable-and-inclusive-with-jess-dassanayake-and-camille-dundas/): Is diversity, equity and inclusion a destination or a journey? Jess Dassanayake is the Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer of BinoBooks. BinoBooks exists to help children understand important topics like the COVID-19 pandemic, gender, body image, and more, through personalized e-books. With representation at its center, BinoBooks is reinventing reading. Camille Dundas is a Racial
- [Empowered Teams are Motivated Teams with Muni Boga](https://www.startupcan.ca/empowered-teams-are-motivated-teams-with-muni-boga/): “If employees feel unseen or under-appreciated, it can have devastating effects.” With over 20 years of experience as a founder, leader, and innovator, Muni is passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology to advance the human experience. Kudos allows teams to provide peer-to-peer recognition to acknowledge contributions, accomplishments, and behaviours that align with their culture
- [Taking the Fear out of Finance: Financing That Works for You](https://www.startupcan.ca/taking-the-fear-out-of-finance-financing-that-works-for-you/): Financial Literacy Month in partnership with Scotiabank – Taking the Fear Out of Finance *The following content should not be considered financial advice. Before acting upon the following information, we recommend you seek the guidance of a qualified financial or business advisor who can take your unique needs into account. Financial management and funding are
- [Taking the Fear out of Finance: Business Planning, Feasibility, and Foundations](https://www.startupcan.ca/taking-the-fear-out-of-finance-business-planning-feasibility-and-foundations/): Financial Literacy Month in partnership with Scotiabank - Taking the Fear Out of Finance *The following content should not be considered financial advice. Before acting upon the following information, we recommend you seek the guidance of a qualified financial or business advisor who can take your unique needs into account. Financial management and funding are
- [Powerful Mental Health Discoveries with Dr. Daphne Voineskos](https://www.startupcan.ca/powerful-mental-health-discoveries-with-dr-daphne-voineskos/): ”University of Toronto is where Insulin was discovered. I believe we can find the same discoveries for the brain too! Why not?” Dr. Daphne Voineskos is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Toronto and is a Clinician Scientist and psychiatrist at the Temerty Centre for Therapeutic Brain Intervention at
- [Startup Canada Recognizes Women’s Entrepreneurship Day 2022](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-recognizes-womens-entrepreneurship-day-2022/): Recognized across the world, November 19th is Women’s Entrepreneurship Day. It is a day to showcase innovative trailblazers, celebrate the contributions of women at all levels of the entrepreneurial ecosystem, and to demand better for women founders. Largely coordinated by the organization WEDO (the Women’s Entrepreneurship Day Organization), the global theme this year is #CHOOSEWOMEN
- [Softening the Mental Health Space Through Music with Aaron Labbé](https://www.startupcan.ca/softening-the-mental-health-space-through-music-with-aaron-labbe/): “Once I realized that music was such a healing force for myself, I dug into that. Our goal and dream are to unlock every benefit that music can bring to the mental health space.” Aaron Labbé is the Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer of LUCID, an AI digital music therapy startup. He is a Canada
- [A Conversation on Funding Your Social Enterprise with Jacqueline Sofia, Noora Sharrab and Sagal Dualeh](https://www.startupcan.ca/a-conversation-on-funding-your-social-enterprise-with-jacqueline-sofia-noora-sharrab-and-sagal-dualeh/): "We can publish as many important numbers as we want, but people are going to connect to another face, another human." Impact isn’t always a number or a dollar amount. Often it is a story. In November, our Startup Women Podcast host Kayla Isabelle sat down with Jacqueline Sofia and Noora Shaarab, co-founders of SITTI Social
- [A Conversation on Building Resilience with Komal Minhas and Elaisha Jade](https://www.startupcan.ca/a-conversation-on-building-resilience-with-komal-minhas-and-elaisha-jade/): "Baseline, we are all resilient. But there are certain genetic factors that do play into an individual's resiliency. And, there are significant learned factors as well. There are many factors that play into resilience but I want people to remember that you can improve your resiliency and feel stronger in your mind and in your
- [5 reasons we love supporting entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/5-reasons-we-love-supporting-entrepreneurs/): Startup Canada celebrates National Entrepreneur Day November 15th marks the celebration of National Entrepreneur Day, a day that reflects on the willingness of an entrepreneur to take on risk and deal with uncertainty. A day that celebrates entrepreneurs as drivers for economic development and innovation. And most importantly, a day that recognizes the grit and
- [Mindsets Influence Mental Health with Purdeep Sangha and Ryan Benoit](https://www.startupcan.ca/mindsets-influence-mental-health-with-purdeep-sangha-and-ryan-benoit/): “When it comes to mental health and entrepreneurship, the people you surround yourself with are critical. Are they positive influences?” Purdeep Sangha is a business and personal advisor to top CEOs and entrepreneurs around the world. He’s considered a top authority in business and personal performance enhancement as he shares his expertise as the cohost
- [Gathering Canada’s Entrepreneurial Ecosystem: Startup Day 2022 Recap](https://www.startupcan.ca/gathering-canadas-entrepreneurial-ecosystem-startup-day-2022-recap/): On October 20th, 2022, Startup Canada hosted its flagship event Startup Day, where we gathered entrepreneurs, government representatives, and private sector partners from across Canada to discuss the state of entrepreneurship and the trends for the future. Over 1,200 people from 242 cities across Canada attended in-person and virtually to this exciting event. Did you
- [Spearheading Change Through Passion with Celina Caesar-Chavannes](https://www.startupcan.ca/spearheading-change-through-passion-with-celina-caesar-chavannes/): “I did not want to be tokenized. I wanted to be utilized for my brain, my capacity, and my experiences. I wanted to help him achieve the agenda we had set for Canadians.” Celina Caesar-Chavannes is a business consultant, coach and international speaker, who currently serves part time as the Senior Advisor of Equity, Diversity
- [Procurement and Partnership with Chantal Potvin](https://www.startupcan.ca/procurement-and-partnership-with-chantal-potvin/): “The number one myth we are presented with is that the government doesn't buy from SMEs, and that isn’t true.” Chantal has been a member of the federal public service since 2010. She has held many roles with Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) and Health Canada related to issues management and strategic advice, including
- [Startup Canada annonce les gagnants du concours de pitch 2022 de Startup Global](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-annonce-les-gagnants-du-concours-de-pitch-2022-de-startup-global/): Ottawa (Ontario) — le 20 octobre 2022 | Aujourd’hui, Startup Canada a annoncé les gagnants de la Grande Finale du concours de pitch 2022 de Startup Global. Devant un auditoire virtuel plein, RetinaLogik, basée à Calgary, a remporté la première place avec un prix de 30 000 $. PragmaClin a remporté la deuxième place et a gagné 15 000 $. Enfin,
- [CAN-AM Stories - Entrepreneurship Across the Border: Angie Tran](https://www.startupcan.ca/can-am-stories-entrepreneurship-across-the-border-angie-tran/): In partnership with The U.S. Embassy in Canada, Startup Canada is celebrating and spotlighting women’s entrepreneurship across the border - speaking to leading founders to learn more about their journeys, and the vital role of cross-border collaboration on their entrepreneurial successes. Startup Canada was pleased to sit down with Angie Tran, Canadian Co-Founder and disruptor
- [Entering a Value-Based World with Dexter and Byron Peart](https://www.startupcan.ca/entering-a-value-based-world-with-dexter-and-byron-peart/): “You have to have a product or service that is going to resonate globally, outside of your borders. What are customers looking for and willing to invest in?” After founding the acclaimed bags and accessories brand WANT les Essentiels in 2007, renowned designers, curators, and brothers Byron and Dexter Peart set out on a new
- [Gathering Canada’s Entrepreneurial Ecosystem in partnership with Air Canada for Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/gathering-canadas-entrepreneurial-ecosystem-in-partnership-with-air-canada-for-business/): Startup Canada is a national organization that connects Canada’s entrepreneurs with the tools, community, and support they need to start and build their businesses. Later this week, with the support of Air Canada for Business, we will be gathering entrepreneurs and support organizations from across the country in Ottawa for our flagship event, Startup Day.
- [CAN-AM Stories - Entrepreneurship Across the Border: Darlene Damm](https://www.startupcan.ca/can-am-stories-entrepreneurship-across-the-border-darlene-damm/): In partnership with The U.S. Embassy in Canada, Startup Canada is celebrating and spotlighting women’s entrepreneurship across the border - speaking to leading founders to learn more about their journeys, and the vital role of cross-border collaboration on their entrepreneurial successes. Startup Canada was pleased to sit down with Darlene Damm, innovation specialist and American
- [#StartupChats Recap | Failures and Knowing When to Pivot or Quit](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-failures-and-knowing-when-to-pivot-or-quit/): On Wednesday, September 28, we hosted #StartupChats to talk about Failures and Knowing When to Pivot or Quit. We were joined by a great line up of expert guests; Suzie York, CEO of The Better Chocolate Jonathan Friedman, President and Co-Founder, The Journal That Talks Back Reena Khullar, Founder and CEO, Agilis Executive Coaching Nunzio
- [Entrepreneurship As A Gift with Janelle Desrosiers](https://www.startupcan.ca/entrepreneurship-as-a-gift-with-janelle-desrosiers/): “When you have the right brand, you’re doing the right work, and you have the right reasons, the work will come to you.” Janelle is a Michif and French-Canadian Two-Spirit artist and entrepreneur. She is the founder of Bloom + Brilliance, a queer, feminist and Indigenous-led branding and web design studio, creator of the Creative
- [How To: Build Resilience with Komal Minhas and Elaisha Jade](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-to-build-resilience-with-komal-minhas-and-elaisha-jade/): Entrepreneurship is a world of opportunity, of brilliance, of hard work. It’s also a world of loneliness, of sacrifice and of deep challenge and we must include these experiences in our conversations about entrepreneurship. Komal Minhas is the Founder of Karseva, a company focused on building individual and societal resilience through training programs, media productions
- [2022 Startup Global Pitch Competition Finalists & Special Prize Winners](https://www.startupcan.ca/2022-startup-global-pitch-competition-finalists-special-prize-winners/): Today, we’re excited to announce and introduce our 2022 Startup Global Pitch Competition top 10 finalists, special prize award winners, and UPS people’s choice winner. Our Startup Global program connects entrepreneurs who want to build globally-competitive businesses with a network of support, resources, and partners dedicated to their success. This year, we selected 100 semi
- [Startup Canada Welcomes Paula Kwan and Sergio Escobar to the Board of Directors](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-welcomes-paula-kwan-and-sergio-escobar-to-the-board-of-directors/): OTTAWA, ON – October 4, 2022 – The Board of Directors, and Executive team of Startup Canada warmly welcomes Paula Kwan and Sergio Escobar as newly appointed members to the Startup Canada Board of Directors. Both Paula and Sergio bring an abundance of entrepreneurial experience to their new role as Startup Canada Board members, while
- [The State of Small Business in Canada with Nishant Raina](https://www.startupcan.ca/the-state-of-small-business-in-canada-with-nishant-raina/): Nishant Raina is the Director of Small Business Lead at Mastercard Canada. As a product leader, Nishant develops and oversees the Small Business segment strategy by commercializing new products and services and supporting new product development with partners. With a strong passion for helping small businesses, Nishant drives the growth of the Small Business segment
- [The Power of Youth Women Entrepreneurs in partnership with Desjardins](https://www.startupcan.ca/the-power-of-youth-women-entrepreneurs-in-partnership-with-desjardins/): "The full and equal participation of women in the economy is not just the right thing to do; it's the smart thing to do.” (Canada Women’s Entrepreneurship Strategy 2022) 17% of Canadian small and medium-sized businesses are owned by women, yet according to Crunchbase, only 2.3% of venture capital goes to women entrepreneurs and 48%
- [Entrepreneurship as Reconciliation](https://www.startupcan.ca/entrepreneurship-as-reconciliation/): September 30th, 2021 was the first official National Day of Truth and Reconciliation in Canada, approved by Parliament days after the Tk'emlúps te Secwépemc First Nation confirmed the discovery of 200 potential burial sites - likely of children - on the former site of a residential school in Kamloops, BC. In the weeks that followed,
- [Founders, Say Hello to Time & Money: 2022 BOT Perks](https://www.startupcan.ca/founders-say-hello-to-time-money-2022-bot-perks/): In January of 2022, Startup Canada launched their latest flagship program Business Owner’s Toolbox (BOT). After listening to the feedback of hundreds of leading founders across the country, a common need began to appear - a central, interactive hub comprised of foundational entrepreneurial knowledge, resources, and access points for early-stage founders. A free, comprehensive and
- [Canadian and American Stories of Success with Christina Gwira and Sheila Hawkins-Bucklew](https://www.startupcan.ca/canadian-and-american-stories-of-success-with-christina-gwira-and-sheila-hawkins-bucklew/): Christina Gwira is the Founder and CEO of NOYADESIGNS, a Toronto, Ontario-based web design firm for nonprofits and solopreneurs who have social good baked into their offerings. Christina and her team offer a one-stop-design-shop offering everything from web design service to online marketing, and from videography to consulting. At its heart, NOYADESIGNS promises to create
- [Empowering Women in STEM with Sherry Shannon-Vanstone](https://www.startupcan.ca/empowering-women-in-stem-with-sherry-shannon-vanstone/): As a well-known serial entrepreneur, Sherry Shannon-Vanstone has made a significant contribution to the spectrum of digital industries from information security to telecommunications and technology, while also making a major contribution to the advancement of all women. She is an extraordinary leader and visionary who has made a material difference to the roles women play
- [#StartupChats Recap | Digital Transformation for Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-digital-transformation-for-entrepreneurs/): On Wednesday, August 31st, we hosted #StartupChats to talk about Digital Transformation for Entrepreneurs with Adobe. We were joined by a great lineup of expert guests; Stephanie Romano, Account Manager, Adobe Karen Klink, Director, Communitech Kamal Dhanoa, CEO and Founder, POP Tikr Heather Halgrimson, Business Development, Co-operatives First Jared Kohutanycz, Account Manager, Adobe How are
- [2022 Startup Global Pitch Competition Semi-Finalists: Startups with a Global Mindset](https://www.startupcan.ca/2022-startup-global-pitch-competition-semi-finalists-startups-with-a-global-mindset/): Today, we’re excited to announce and introduce our 2022 Startup Global Pitch Competition semi-finalists! Startup Global connects entrepreneurs who want to build globally-competitive businesses with a network of support, resources, and partners dedicated to their success. This year, Startup Canada has shaken things up for the better. The 2022 Startup Global Pitch Competition is open
- [Mapping Your Entrepreneurial Adventure with Colin Christensen - May 26th 2020](https://www.startupcan.ca/colin-christensen-startup-podcast/): There’s no formula for entrepreneurship, but if you talk to Colin Christensen you might find a map! Colin is a “been there done that” entrepreneur & mentor. Awesome wins, excruciating failures, lessons everywhere. He’s a curator of all good things business and built a free (for now) tool-suite for entrepreneurs and mentors to start and
- [Got A Business Idea? with Brian Scudamore](https://www.startupcan.ca/got-a-business-idea-with-brian-scudamore/): Serial entrepreneur and author Brian Scudamore has always taken the road less traveled. At just 19 years old, he pioneered the industry of professional junk removal with 1-800-GOT-JUNK?, turning a chore people avoid into an exceptional customer service experience. Then he scaled that success into two more home-service brands, WOW 1 DAY PAINTING and Shack
- [How To: Export and Go Global with BE Alink and Tamaïka Jumelle](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-to-export-and-go-global-with-be-alink-and-tamaika-jumelle/): Demand for your product or service in a new market is exciting but it doesn’t make the ins and outs of exporting and operating globally any easier. BE Alink is the Founder and Inventor of the Alinker, a bright yellow, radically different walking bike and vehicle for change. With support from Tamaïka Jumelle, Regional Director
- [CAN-AM Stories – Entrepreneurship Across the Border: Dr. Céline Leheurteux](https://www.startupcan.ca/can-am-stories-entrepreneurship-across-the-border-dr-celine-leheurteux/): In partnership with The U.S. Embassy in Canada, Startup Canada is celebrating and spotlighting women’s entrepreneurship across the border - speaking to leading founders to learn more about their journeys, and the vital role of cross-border collaboration on their entrepreneurial successes. Startup Canada was pleased to sit down with Dr. Céline Leheurteux, Canadian founder and
- [Growing Joy and Making Magic with Lourdes Still](https://www.startupcan.ca/growing-joy-and-making-magic-with-lourdes-still/): About the Startup Women Advocacy Network (SWAN) There is a lack of awareness and storytelling of early-stage, woman-identifying entrepreneurs in Canada. Staying true to our core values and role as a national convener, Startup Canada wants to connect entrepreneurs with the support they need to help tackle this gap. Thus, we have created the Startup
- [What Makes an Effective Leader? with Reena Khullar Sharma](https://www.startupcan.ca/what-makes-an-effective-leader-with-reena-khullar-sharma/): Reena Khullar Sharma is the Founder and CEO of Agilis Executive Consulting, a management consulting firm that offers HR partnerships and executive coaching to organizations across the globe. With a background in leadership strategy and professional development, Reena has specialized in developing and implementing business strategies unique to an organization’s corporate culture, providing a competitive
- [Get Funded with Brianna Blaney and Aria Hahn](https://www.startupcan.ca/get-funded-with-brianna-blaney-and-aria-hahn/): Brianna Blaney believes money is a leading barrier to innovation and entrepreneurship, especially for women and equity-seeking groups. As an experienced founder, Brianna has lived this pain. Brianna co-founded Pocketed to level the playing field, helping Canadian businesses easily access over $5.9B annually in free government money including grants, tax credits, and other business incentives.
- [Celebrating International Charity Day with the Upside Foundation](https://www.startupcan.ca/celebrating-international-charity-day-with-the-upside-foundation/): In celebration of International Charity Day, we sat down with the Upside Foundation to understand why it is important for entrepreneurs to build social impact and charitable giving directly into their business models. We learned about their journey to starting Upside and how they make it easy for founders to give back through their equity
- [UPS and Startup Canada Startup Global People's Choice Award](https://www.startupcan.ca/ups-and-startup-canada-startup-global-peoples-choice-award/): Today, we’re excited to launch the voting for the Startup Global Pitch Competition UPS People's Choice Award. Startup Global connects entrepreneurs who want to build globally-competitive businesses with a network of support, resources, and partners dedicated to their success. In partnership with UPS, the People’s Choice Award is awarded to the Startup Global Pitch Competition
- [A Conversation on Growth and Scaling with Mallory Rowan and Jenn Harper](https://www.startupcan.ca/a-conversation-on-growth-and-scaling-with-mallory-rowan-and-jenn-harper/): "I failed grade nine science. Today, I own and operate a lab and employ chemists and other scientists. That's the beauty I have learned about being an entrepreneur. You are the one with this big vision. I don't know how to do all the things that I need to get done and want to be
- [Cybersecurity 101 with Joel Boyd](https://www.startupcan.ca/cybersecurity-101-with-joel-boyd/): Joel Boyd is the Director of SMB Solutions at Fortinet, keeping his finger on the pulse of SMB trends, buyer influences, and evangelizing the capabilities SMBs bring to the market. Working on both sides of the fence, technology sales, and product marketing for nearly twenty years, he translates confusing technology into easily understood concepts enabling
- [#StartupChats Recap | Income Stability for Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-income-stability-for-entrepreneurs/): On Wednesday, July 27th, we hosted #StartupChats to talk about Income Stability for Entrepreneurs with TD Ready Commitment. We were joined by a great lineup of expert guests; Nancy King, AVP Small business Banking, TD Vanessa Teran, AQUA Services Group Tracey Bissett, Bissett Financial Inc Jennifer Monaco, Regional Manager for Women in Enterprise, TD Joy
- [SWAN Profiles | Preserving your Memories with Jessica McNaughton](https://www.startupcan.ca/swan-profiles-preserving-your-memories-with-jessica-mcnaughton/): About the Startup Women Advocacy Network (SWAN) There is a lack of awareness and storytelling of early-stage, woman-identifying entrepreneurs in Canada. As a national convener and staying true to our core values, we want to connect entrepreneurs with the support they need to help tackle this gap. Thus, we created the Startup Women Advocacy Network
- [CAN-AM Stories – Entrepreneurship Across the Border: Kristine Carey](https://www.startupcan.ca/can-am-stories-entrepreneurship-across-the-border-kristine-carey/): In partnership with The U.S. Embassy in Canada, Startup Canada is celebrating and spotlighting women’s entrepreneurship across the border - speaking to leading founders to learn more about their journeys, and the vital role of cross-border collaboration on their entrepreneurial successes. Startup Canada was pleased to sit down with Kristine Carey, American founder and reinvention
- [Empowering Entrepreneurs to Digitally Transform with Anthony Martiniello and Wade McFarland](https://www.startupcan.ca/empowering-entrepreneurs-to-digitally-transform-with-anthony-martiniello-and-wade-mcfarland/): “The best part of this job is helping entrepreneurs win with technology. In Canada, we are a large SMB community, and that’s what motivates me the most.” Wade McFarland is the Vice President for Distribution Sales business at Dell Technologies. Previously, he served as the Vice President for Sales Execution business in North America. Prior
- [Changing the Conversation with Laurie Samuel](https://www.startupcan.ca/changing-the-conversation-with-laurie-samuel/): “We are all about changing the narrative, and we do that by talking, and talking and educating.” Dr. Laurie L.J. Samuel is a criminologist, an author, a former professor, and an entrepreneur. Dr. Samuel is the Founder and Executive Director of Cupid's Sting, a non-profit organization that looks to mitigate interpersonal violence towards women. Cupid’s
- [Supporting Women Entrepreneurs in 2022](https://www.startupcan.ca/supporting-women-entrepreneurs-in-2022/): Startup Canada Startup Women Program: Mid Year Highlights and Summary 1 in 5 Canadian entrepreneurs started their business within the last year (Quickbooks). COVID-19 sparked even more entrepreneurship in Canada, with new businesses emerging in the wake of an extraordinary disruption. In 2021, women accounted for over 37 percent of self-employed Canadians. They are eager
- [Navigating Government Funding and Programming](https://www.startupcan.ca/navigating-government-funding-and-programming/): Startup Gov Roundtable #3 in partnership with Innovation Canada, part of Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada (ISED). Through our Startup Gov program, entrepreneurs, community leaders, and ecosystem partners, have the opportunity to meet with key government officials. The purpose of these forums is to provide entrepreneurs the opportunity to share their perspectives and to
- [Export Development Canada (EDC) and Startup Canada announce a multi-year partnership](https://www.startupcan.ca/export-development-canada-edc-and-startup-canada-announce-a-multi-year-partnership/): Ottawa, ON – August 8, 2022 | Export Development Canada (EDC) and Startup Canada have announced a multi-year partnership to provide long-term, sustainable support to Canada’s entrepreneurs to start and grow their businesses with a global mindset. “Through our partnership with EDC, we are breaking new ground for Canada’s entrepreneurship community, building up the pipeline
- [How To: Growth and Scaling with Jenn Harper and Mallory Rowan](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-to-growth-and-scaling-with-jenn-harper-and-mallory-rowan/): It is through growth and scaling that founders continue to give their businesses life and it is how they reach the milestones they have always dreamed of. But these things can’t happen without asking yourself what you truly want and finding a sustainable pace to get there. Jenn Harper is the Founder and CEO of
- [Infusing Inuit Teachings and Culture into Entrepreneurship with Bernice Clarke](https://www.startupcan.ca/infusing-inuit-teachings-and-culture-into-entrepreneurship-with-bernice-clarke/): About the Startup Women Advocacy Network (SWAN) There is a lack of awareness and storytelling of early-stage, woman-identifying entrepreneurs in Canada. As a national convener and staying true to our core values, we want to connect entrepreneurs with the support they need to help tackle this gap. Thus, we created the Startup Women Advocacy Network
- [Building Canada’s Entrepreneurial Ecosystem with Chiara Toselli & Nevin Buconjic](https://www.startupcan.ca/building-canadas-entrepreneurial-ecosystem-with-chiara-toselli-nevin-buconjic/): Nevin Buconjic is an award-winning serial entrepreneur, author, strategic advisor, and Startup Sault Ste. Marie Community leader with degrees in marketing, computer science and an MBA. Nevin has over 25 years of experience in business, entrepreneurship, finance, marketing and economic development. He has started eight companies since the age of 12 -- including retail, web
- [Home and Hospitality with Cindy Purtill](https://www.startupcan.ca/home-and-hospitality-with-cindy-purtill/): About the Startup Women Advocacy Network (SWAN) There is a lack of awareness and storytelling of early-stage, woman-identifying entrepreneurs in Canada. As a national convener and staying true to our core values, we want to connect entrepreneurs with the support they need to help tackle this gap. Thus, we created the Startup Women Advocacy Network
- [Let's Talk Mental Health with Jonathan Friedman](https://www.startupcan.ca/lets-talk-mental-health-with-jonathan-friedman/): Jonathan Friedman is the President of The Journal That Talks Back™, an accessible, affordable and unlimited journaling and coaching app that connects young professionals and post-secondary students with a certified coach so they can manage their mental health, relationships, career aspirations, personal and professional challenges and more. After 8 years as a Child and Youth
- [Sustainable Footprints Through Little Feet with Jad Robitaille](https://www.startupcan.ca/sustainable-footprints-through-little-feet-with-jad-robitaille/): About the Startup Women Advocacy Network (SWAN) There is a lack of awareness and storytelling of early-stage, woman-identifying entrepreneurs in Canada. Staying true to our core values and role as a national convener, Startup Canada wants to connect entrepreneurs with the support they need to help tackle this gap. Thus, we have created the Startup
- [Menstruators Deserve the Best, Period with Nadia Ladak](https://www.startupcan.ca/menstruators-deserve-the-best-period-with-nadia-ladak/): About the Startup Women Advocacy Network (SWAN) There is a lack of awareness and storytelling of early-stage, woman-identifying entrepreneurs in Canada. Staying true to our core values and role as a national convener, Startup Canada wants to connect entrepreneurs with the support they need to help tackle this gap. Thus, we have created the Startup
- [Raise a Glass with Lesley Quinn](https://www.startupcan.ca/raise-a-glass-with-lesley-quinn/): About the Startup Women Advocacy Network (SWAN) There is a lack of awareness and storytelling of early-stage, woman-identifying entrepreneurs in Canada. As a national convener and staying true to our core values, we want to connect entrepreneurs with the support they need to help tackle this gap. Thus, we created the Startup Women Advocacy Network
- [CAN-AM Stories – Entrepreneurship Across the Border: Christina Gwira](https://www.startupcan.ca/can-am-stories-entrepreneurship-across-the-border-christina-gwira/): In partnership with The U.S. Embassy in Canada, Startup Canada is celebrating and spotlighting women’s entrepreneurship across the border - speaking to leading founders to learn more about their journeys, and the vital role of cross-border collaboration on their entrepreneurial successes. Startup Canada was pleased to sit down with Christina Gwira, Canadian founder and CEO,
- [Understanding Trademarks with Julie MacDonell](https://www.startupcan.ca/understanding-trademarks-with-julie-macdonell/): Julie MacDonell is the Co-Founder and CEO of Haloo Inc. With more than twelve years of trademark prosecution experience and a registered trademark agent, Julie is a sought-after senior-level Intellectual Property lawyer. Julie is frequently quoted and has been featured in publications such as the Globe & Mail, the Toronto Star, Forbes, CBC, Global TV
- [A Conversation on Marketing and PR with Meaghan and Marie Wright and Kelsey Reidl](https://www.startupcan.ca/a-conversation-on-marketing-and-pr-with-meaghan-and-marie-wright-and-kelsey-reidl/): "Before you send a lot of traffic to yourself, make sure you know exactly who your dream client is. Second, I always like to make sure you have some sort of remarkable offer. The third thing is to make sure you know what sets you apart. Before you start spending all this time and money
- [Democratizing Access to Funding with Mike Lee](https://www.startupcan.ca/democratizing-access-to-funding-with-mike-lee/): Mike is CEO and co-founder of Fundica.com, an award-winning online funding tool, that evolved from his work supporting tech entrepreneurs with government and private sector funding. He previously worked in the mergers and acquisitions group at BCE, as well as in the strategy group at KPMG Consulting and with technology companies as an engineer. He
- [How To: Marketing and PR with Meaghan and Marie Wright and Kelsey Reidl](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-to-marketing-and-pr/): When founders think about marketing, they often begin to visualize their websites, and social media pages but it is equally important to think about who you are, who you want to be and how you will show up for customers once they find you. Meaghan and Marie Wright are twin sisters and co-founders of Mirror
- [CAN-AM Stories - Entrepreneurship Across the Border: Sheila Hawkins-Bucklew](https://www.startupcan.ca/can-am-stories-entrepreneurship-across-the-border-sheila-hawkins-bucklew/): In partnership with The U.S. Embassy in Canada, Startup Canada is celebrating and spotlighting women’s entrepreneurship across the border - speaking to leading founders to learn more about their journeys, and the vital role of cross-border collaboration on their entrepreneurial successes. Startup Canada was pleased to sit down with Sheila Hawkins-Bucklew, American founder and CEO,
- [Data-driven Climate Change with Chris Naismith](https://www.startupcan.ca/data-driven-climate-change-with-chris-naismith/): An experienced, values-driven leader, Chris has diverse experiences ranging from international aid work to energy consulting for fortune 500 organizations. Early in his career, Chris recognized the broad and lasting impacts that engineers have on the built environment. Noting that commercial buildings represent more than 1/5 of all carbon emissions worldwide, he chose to focus
- [Don’t Roll the Dice: Canada’s Need to Equal the Playing Field for LGBT+ Founders](https://www.startupcan.ca/dont-roll-the-dice-canadas-need-to-equal-the-playing-field-for-lgbt-founders/): By: Kayla Isabelle, CEO, Startup Canada & Darrell Schuurman, CEO, CGLCC Picture this. A game of monopoly has already been going on for three days and you are asked to join. In the past you haven’t been invited to many games, so you are thrilled at the opportunity - of course, you’ll join! But after
- [Introducing our Curated 2SLGBTQ+ Entrepreneurship Resource Guide](https://www.startupcan.ca/introducing-our-curated-2slgbtq-entrepreneurship-resource-guide/): Oh how we love the month of June. The first days of summer, the temperatures are getting warmer, the sun is shining harder, and our favourite part of it all, the celebrations for Pride Month! At Startup Canada, we strive to recognize and include entrepreneurs of diverse backgrounds and experiences in our programming all year
- [#StartupChats Recap - Diversity and Inclusion for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/34075-2/): On Wednesday, June 22nd, we hosted #StartupChats to talk about diversity and inclusion for startups. An incredible panel of experts joined us to share their knowledge and provide valuable advice throughout the hour: Dr Helen Ofosu, I/O Advisory Services Inc Andrea Pohlmann, Cheekbone Beauty Cydney Mar, Product Development Strategist Zoey Schvan, Disabled Entrepreneur Coach Harar
- [#StartupChats Recap | Building a Resilient Supply Chain](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-building-a-resilient-supply-chain/): On Wednesday, May 25th, we hosted #StartupChats to talk about building a resilient supply chain for your growing business in partnership with FITT. We were joined by a great lineup of expert guests; Greg Gerritsen, CITP Clarecia Christie, CITP Audrey Ross, CITP Igor Chagrin, CITP Veronica Abella, CITP & FIBP-FITT Rahim Mohtaram, CITP What problems
- [Driving Change and the Stories That Happened Before It with Sarah Fodey and Han Nguyen](https://www.startupcan.ca/driving-change-and-the-stories-that-happened-before-it-with-sarah-fodey-and-han-nguyen/): Sarah Fodey is a Managing Partner at SandBay Entertainment, one of Canada’s foremost production houses dedicated to diverse, inclusive, and intersectional cinematic storytelling. In Sarah Fodey’s 25-year career as a film and television executive producer, writer, and director, she has developed and delivered multiple feature films and a variety of scripted and documentary series. Sarah’s
- [Bump’n Barriers to Accessibility with Andrew Gurza](https://www.startupcan.ca/bumpn-barriers-to-accessibility-with-andrew-gurza/): Andrew Gurza is an award-winning Disability Awareness Consultant and the Chief Disability Officer and Co-founder of Bump’n, a sex toy company for and by disabled people. Andrew uses they/he pronouns and identifies proudly as disabled. Their work has been featured on BBC, CBC, Daily Xtra, Gay Times UK, Huffington Post, The Advocate, Everyday Feminism, Mashable,
- [How To: Sales and Sell with Sheena Brady and Patti Pokorchak](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-to-sales-and-sell-with-sheena-brady-and-patti-pokorchak/): When we sell a product or service, what we are really selling is an experience, feeling, or the desired outcome. Selling is a skill built on listening, emotional intelligence, and being of service to your clients and connections. Sheen Brady is the Founder and Tea Sommelier of Tease, a well-loved line of natural and botanical
- [A Conversation on Sales and Selling with Sheena Brady and Patti Pokorchak](https://www.startupcan.ca/a-conversation-on-sales-and-selling-with-sheena-brady-and-patti-pokorchak/): “Many entrepreneurs think they are bothering people. There is no more cold calling, we have access to too much information. We know who we are reaching out to. We can lead with insights.” - Patti Pokorchak, Topic Expert When we sell a product or service, what we are really selling is an experience, feeling, or
- [Why Tech Needs More Representation with Naoufel Testaouni](https://www.startupcan.ca/why-tech-needs-more-representation-with-naoufel-testaouni/): Beginning his career in the non-profit sector as General Manager for AIESEC (PRON: eye-sek) in Morocco, Naoufel provided young people with leadership development and cross-cultural global internships. He later transferred to the AIESEC United States in New York City and managed the expansion to Bahrain, Qatar, and the UAE through a US government grant of
- [Inclusion as an Instrument for Wellness with AK MacKellar](https://www.startupcan.ca/inclusion-as-an-instrument-for-wellness-with-ak-mackellar/): AK MacKellar is an entrepreneur, speaker and the founder of Free To Move, the body inclusive movement platform for the LGBTQ+ community. As a queer, non-binary and chronically ill person, they've felt like an outsider in most fitness spaces. AK aims to build a new type of fitness industry - one that is welcoming to
- [Brewing For Change, Fairness and Good with Mickey McLeod](https://www.startupcan.ca/brewing-for-change-fairness-and-good-with-mickey-mcleod/): Born and raised on the west coast of British Columbia, Mickey McLeod has had an entrepreneurial bent since he was young. After leaving high school, Mickey worked as a tree planter for a couple of seasons before he realized that he had what it took to become a tree-planting contractor. He figured out how to
- [How To: Fund Your Business with Richa Gupta and Marissa Bronfman](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-to-fund-your-business-with-richa-gupta-and-marissa-bronfman/): The topic of funding is one commonly associated with stress and anxiety for founders - but it doesn’t need to be. Financing your business is an exercise rooted in patience, planning, and purpose. It’s a unique opportunity to imagine, and reimagine, what our ventures can and should look like in the future. Richa Gupta is
- [3 Dadpreneurs Who are Making Waves in Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/3-dadpreneurs-who-are-making-waves-in-canada/): Being an entrepreneur is never easy, and being a dadpreneur is even more tough. From balancing your business to balancing bibs, growing your business with a growing kid can be stressful. Much like mompreneurs, it takes tenacity and perseverance. That’s why we’re celebrating the amazing work and talent of Canada’s dadpreneurs! Join us as we
- [Removing Barriers and Investing in Accessibility with Maayan Ziv](https://www.startupcan.ca/removing-barriers-and-investing-in-accessibility-with-maayan-ziv/): From a young age, Maayan challenged norms and worked within her community to increase awareness of disability issues and improve accessibility. Living with Muscular Dystrophy, Maayan is a passionate and relentless advocate for creating a more accessible world. In 2015 Maayan launched AccessNow out of the need to solve her problem. What began as a
- [21 Asian Entrepreneurs Who Are Shaking Up Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/21-asian-entrepreneurs-who-are-shaking-up-canada/): May has rolled over, you know what that means. We’re giving extra amplification to all of the Asian entrepreneurs in Canada’s entrepreneurial ecosystem in celebration of Asian Heritage Month! The Government of Canada officially declared May as Asian Heritage Month back in 2002 to reflect and celebrate the contributions that those from Asian descents have
- [Glass Half Full: Leadership in Hospitality with Ryan Moreno](https://www.startupcan.ca/glass-half-full-leadership-in-hospitality-with-ryan-moreno/): Ryan Moreno is the CEO and Co-Founder of Joseph Richard Group, a Canadian-based collection of unique hospitality ventures featuring more than 25 establishments. Along with his co-founder, a best friend since elementary school, Ryan has always thrived in the restaurant and nightlife industry and since 2009, Joseph Richards Group has been growing and expanding. Ryan
- [Activating Women Entrepreneurs with Lyssa Leclerc and Cathy Bennett](https://www.startupcan.ca/activating-women-entrepreneurs-with-lyssa-leclerc-and-cathy-bennett/): Founded in 2019, Leading Lenders is an information source for lenders that are innovating and adapting to the needs of women entrepreneurs in Canada. The initiative provides a free online toolkit and blog for lending institutions that support women entrepreneurs towards success. Lyssa is a Project Agent for the organization, focusing on recruitment as well
- [A Conversation on Funding with Richa Gupta and Marissa Bronfman](https://www.startupcan.ca/a-conversation-on-funding-with-richa-gupta-and-marissa-bronfman/): "In terms of funding, our business has been solely bootstrapped and we kept it bootstrapped for a reason. And for us the idea was to keep 100% control because we are building a purpose-driven company. Good Food for Good is not just a business for me, it is me building my life around living my
- [Build the Ultimate Team for Your Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/build-the-ultimate-team-for-your-business/): Many entrepreneurs find it difficult to establish a worthwhile human resources (HR) strategy when juggling multiple aspects of a business. But, when you commit to starting a business, you will likely reach a stage where you need to acquire inside support. To help ensure your startup’s long-term success, it is important to build your team.
- [A Conversation on Culture and Hiring with Erin Stephenson and Jamie Savage](https://www.startupcan.ca/a-conversation-on-culture-and-hiring-with-erin-stephenson-and-jamie-savage/): “I think that for recruitment to be successful, and to have repeated success, it is important for organizations and companies who are hiring to remember that successful recruitment is equal amounts of probability and urgency.” - Jamie Savage, The Leadership Agency. Successful hiring needs to be repeatable, it’s how teams grow. Although, for so many
- [Quvé Founder Debbie Shing Provides a Modern Twist to Wine Through Diverse and Inclusive Lens](https://www.startupcan.ca/quve-founder-debbie-shing-provides-a-modern-twist-to-wine-through-diverse-and-inclusive-lens/): You’re probably used to this usual scene: crashing on your couch after a long day and pouring yourself a glass of wine, that’s when you know you’re adulting. But that’s not really the case anymore. It’s time to throw away outdated stereotypes, and that’s why Debbie Shing is here to shake things up for you
- [From synthetics to stores, Susan Langdon continues to make waves in Canada’s fashion industry](https://www.startupcan.ca/from-synthetics-to-stores-susan-langdon-continues-to-make-waves-in-canadas-fashion-industry/): Head of our Startup Fashion community, Susan Langdon is a Canadian-born, Asian woman who has also been leading the Toronto Fashion Incubator (TFI) since 1994. TFI is a non-profit organization that fosters new fashion entrepreneurs. Susan has also received an Order of Canada for not only being the first BIPOC woman appointed to a leadership
- [Providing hands-on and supportive learning environments: Linda Tsang and the Elite College of Business & Healthcare](https://www.startupcan.ca/providing-hands-on-and-supportive-learning-environments-linda-tsang-and-the-elite-college-of-business-healthcare/): Every aspiring beautician needs the right skills and hands-on experience to be successful. That’s why Linda Tsang, Founder and Director of the Elite College of Business & Healthcare, is committed to providing such education and training. The college offers relevant, cutting-edge courses and programs delivered by respected industry specialists. Alongside this, their curriculum also ensures
- [Nurture and uproot your health with Kalie Wang and Urban Grow Farms](https://www.startupcan.ca/nurture-and-uproot-your-health-with-kalie-wang-and-urban-grow-farms/): It’s never too late to start give your health regime an upgrade (and an added bonus of shopping local too!) Originally from China but now a Canadian citizen, Kalie Wang has lived in Sydney in Nova Scotia for almost 10 years now. Her and her husband run Urban Grow Farms which grows and sells microgreens
- [Coleman Ting Ho Chan is making it easier than ever to find a community](https://www.startupcan.ca/coleman-ting-ho-chan-is-making-it-easier-than-ever-to-find-a-community/): Maintaining a regular amount of exercise is important to living a healthy life, yet what happens if you have the passion but not the community? Lots of people gravitate toward sports as their form of exercise, it allows you to not only keep up your fitness, but also provides an opportunity for friendships and comradery.
- [Quiet on set as the spotlight shifts to the entrepreneur behind the camera: Gwen Lim](https://www.startupcan.ca/quiet-on-set-as-the-spotlight-shifts-to-the-entrepreneur-behind-the-camera-gwen-lim/): Hailing from Singapore but finding her home here in Canada, Gwen Lim is on a mission to help create impactful marketing and social media content on scale for brands and businesses. As the Owner of Motion and Still Inc, you can often find her behind the camera, thinking of a new production concept, or deep
- [Zack Zhang and Catherine Chow from AI Shading is revolutionizing CleanTech solutions for the world](https://www.startupcan.ca/zack-zhang-and-catherine-chow-from-ai-shading-is-revolutionizing-cleantech-solutions-for-the-world/): As an epitome of a true entrepreneur, Zack Zhang (Founder and CEO of AI Shading) is an energetic engineer who is revolutionizing window shading with data and artificial intelligence (AI). Within his team at AI Shading is Catherine Chow (Project Manager at AI Shading). Much like the different methods of communication and collaboration between cultures,
- [Freeing entrepreneurs from the struggles of branding, Christine Lieu is here for impact-driven businesses](https://www.startupcan.ca/freeing-entrepreneurs-from-the-struggles-of-branding-christine-lieu-is-here-for-impact-driven-businesses/): Branding has always been one of the biggest challenges that entrepreneurs face. But this isn’t the case for Christine Lieu, Founder of CL Designs. She’s spent the past ten years helping purpose-driven businesses elevate their branding and connect with their audience. After choosing to leave the fast-paced media world, she’s experienced first-hand the challenges of
- [Stop, drop, and shop sustainably and ethically with Global Measure’s Founder and CEO Deborah King](https://www.startupcan.ca/stop-drop-and-shop-sustainably-and-ethically-with-global-measures-founder-and-ceo-deborah-king/): It’s more important now than ever to be a conscious consumer. That’s a belief that’s echoed through Global Measure, where responsible fashion is their agenda. Spearheading Global Measure is Founder and CEO Deborah King, who has more than 10 years of experience working in fashion, supply chain logistics, and quality management. An avid animal lover,
- [YS Yoong from Virtual Co-Operative is bridging cultural gaps with CleanTech technologies](https://www.startupcan.ca/ys-yoong-from-virtual-co-operative-is-bridging-cultural-gaps-with-cleantech-technologies/): YS Yoong took his first trip to China in 1997 when he was still in the aerospace industry. Never did he think that he would end up being a Founder of Virtual Co-Operative (VCO), a hub that focuses on sustainable technologies and empowers like-minded people to make our world a better, healthier, and happier place.
- [On the “Silk Road” during a pandemic: Tianpei Ma and Soft Strokes Silk](https://www.startupcan.ca/on-the-silk-road-during-a-pandemic-tianpei-ma-and-soft-strokes-silk/): The beauty and importance of silk has stood the test of time, and it’s a fabric that Tianpei Ma holds close to heart. As the Owner of Soft Strokes Silk, Tianpei spearheads this Toronto-based startup to produce beautiful, versatile, and 100% bio-degradable mulberry silk goods. During the beginning of the pandemic, Tianpei pivoted Soft Strokes
- [Achieve more with less through TheLeanSuite.com](https://www.startupcan.ca/achieve-more-with-less-through-theleansuite-com/): Scaling a business is always top of mind. That’s why it’s important to have a process implemented to ensure that you’re scaling efficiently. Angad Singh and Prabhpahul Singh think so too. After starting their business the Lean Suite a few months ago, they are on a mission to simplify and accelerate the implementation of continuous
- [Get your TikToks from Mara Belano and Pretty Create Co.](https://www.startupcan.ca/get-your-tiktoks-from-mara-belano-and-pretty-create-co/): Seeing someone dancing to “Peaches” by J Biebs with text popping on your screen? Probably a TikTok. Social media has become one of the biggest marketing channels for e-commerce businesses, but not a lot of people know how to fully utilize these ever-changing platforms. Mara Belano, Founder of Pretty Create Co, focuses on content creation
- [HTR President & CEO Thai Nguyen connects international talent with Canadian businesses](https://www.startupcan.ca/htr-president-ceo-thai-nguyen-connects-international-talent-with-canadian-businesses/): Finding employment in a foreign country can be really tough, especially during a pandemic. The same can also be said for employers looking to hire a skilled, diverse team. That’s why President & CEO of Hire Train Retain (HTR) Thai Nguyen is bridging talented international candidates to Canadian companies to enrich Canada’s wider business culture.
- [People Bright Consulting President and Chief People Officer Hilda Gan uses cultural upbringing and heritage to build successful companies](https://www.startupcan.ca/people-bright-consulting-president-and-chief-people-officer-hilda-gan-uses-cultural-upbringing-and-heritage-to-build-successful-companies/): Do you enjoy what you do for work? For entrepreneurs, it’s a bittersweet journey of highs and lows. As an award-winning serial entrepreneur, Hilda Gan (President and Chief People Officer at People Bright Consulting) has been through it all. But she credits her cultural upbringing and heritage toward shaping her core values as an entrepreneur.
- [Founder and Designer Charles Lu is reclaiming cultural identity within the threads of fashion](https://www.startupcan.ca/founder-and-designer-charles-lu-is-reclaiming-cultural-identity-within-the-threads-of-fashion/): Having studied and worked abroad in key fashion hotspots such as London (UK) and Dubai, Charles Lu is a Canadian fashion designer whose parents came to Canada in the 70s from Vietnam during the war. During his time as a contestant on Netflix’s Next in Fashion, Charles faced harrowing experiences all while the onset of
- [Creating memorable and unique family experiences with Crystal Wong Kruger](https://www.startupcan.ca/creating-memorable-and-unique-family-experiences-with-crystal-wong-kruger/): Advanced in technology has become a double-edged sword. While it has been able to connect us from opposite sides of the world, it has also caused potential barriers between people through the distraction of a screen. Crystal Wong Kruger had enough of that. As the Founder for her early-stage EduTainmenTech (education, entertainment, and technology) startup
- [CMEOW Co-founder Ivy Chen continues to bridge cultures through food](https://www.startupcan.ca/cmeow-co-founder-ivy-chen-continues-to-bridge-cultures-through-food/): There’s no better way to understand a culture than through food. Ivy Chen, Co-founder of CMEOW, shares the same belief. Founded in 2013, CMEOW was once best known as Canada’s first Asian food delivery app that connected more than 180,000 users and 2,000 restaurant partners. However, the realities of the pandemic pushed CMEOW to pivot.
- [Edson Kenzo Takei from the ESL Conversation Group is breaking down language barriers one conversation at a time](https://www.startupcan.ca/edson-kenzo-takei-from-the-esl-conversation-group-is-breaking-down-language-barriers-one-conversation-at-a-time/): One of the biggest struggles when moving to another country is language. It can be really intimidating trying to learn a new language and can cause challenges and miscommunication between people. This language barrier is the driving force behind Edson Kenzo Takei’s motivation for starting the ESL Conversation Group. The ESL Conversation Group is a
- [Josephine Yam’s Skills4Good AI makes privacy and AI compliance easy for your company](https://www.startupcan.ca/josephine-yams-skills4good-ai-makes-privacy-and-ai-compliance-easy-for-your-company/): Abiding by privacy and AI regulations is crucial for companies to succeed in our technology-first world. Still, many companies struggle to keep up with the ever-changing global legal landscape. That’s why Josephine Yam, an AI lawyer and AI ethicist, started Skills4Good AI. As CEO and Co-founder, she leads this one-stop-shop SaaS platform for privacy and
- [Keep your gas costs low by switching over to EVs with Bruce Wu and Carnex](https://www.startupcan.ca/keep-your-gas-costs-low-by-switching-over-to-evs-with-bruce-wu-and-carnex/): Many are turning to electric vehicles (especially as gas prices seem to never stop climbing), but the price of many electric cars can make anyone’s bank account sweat. So, why not look into second-hand electric vehicles (EV)? Bruce Wu, Founder of Carnex, is already a step ahead of you. After choosing to stay in Canada
- [Kayla Isabelle, CEO at Startup Canada, Receives 2022 Forty Under 40 Award](https://www.startupcan.ca/kayla-isabelle-ceo-at-startup-canada-receives-2022-forty-under-40-awards/): Ottawa, ON – April 28, 2022 | Recipients of the 2022 Forty Under 40 award are top young business leaders recognized for their innovation, dedication, and community involvement toward Canada’s post-pandemic economic recovery. Organized by the Ottawa Board of Trade (OBOT) and Ottawa Business Journal (OBJ), this award is one of the most distinguished business
- [Start with Direction, Not Ideas with Steve Hoffman](https://www.startupcan.ca/start-with-direction-not-ideas-with-steve-hoffman/): Steven Hoffman is the CEO of Founders Space, one of the world’s leading startup accelerators, with over 50 partners in 22 countries. Founders Space was ranked the #1 incubator for overseas startups by Forbes and Entrepreneur Magazines. Steven is a venture investor, serial entrepreneur and the author of ‘Make Elephants Fly’, ‘Surviving a Startup’ and
- [#StartupChats Recap - Tools and Tips to Pitch Your Business and Sell](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-tools-and-tips-to-pitch-your-business-and-sell/): On Wednesday, April 27th, we hosted #StartupChats to talk about why pitching and selling who you are and what you do is so important, and not only in a pitch competition environment. An incredible panel of experts joined us to share their knowledge and provide valuable advice throughout the hour: Nadia Ladak, Founder, Marlow Naina
- [#StartupChats Recap - Building an Online Presence, Marketing and Storytelling](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-building-an-online-presence-marketing-and-storytelling/): On Wednesday, March 30th, we hosted #StartupChats to talk about what it really means to build an online presence, market your business online and tell your story - and why it matters. An incredible panel of experts joined us to share their knowledge and provide valuable advice throughout the hour; Jasmine Williams, Founder Samantha Llyod,
- [Secure Workflows and Collaboration with John Cammalleri](https://www.startupcan.ca/secure-workflows-and-collaboration-with-john-cammalleri/): John Cammalleri is a veteran of the Canadian IT industry, currently leading HP’s Channel and Commercial Sales organizations. He is responsible for the performance of HP’s Resellers, Managed Services Providers, Alliances and Distributors. His team is also responsible for HP’s Small and Medium Business customer segments across Canada. John held several leadership positions over his
- [Knowing Your Worth as a Woman Entrepreneur in the Art World](https://www.startupcan.ca/knowing-your-worth-as-a-woman-entrepreneur-in-the-art-world/): Written by Kendra Dyer and Ralph Jean-Jacques Running a business in the arts industry can often make you feel like you need to wear two hats: your entrepreneurial hat and your artistic one. However, exploring creativity in entrepreneurship can give you a unique edge in the business market. We want to help you build a
- [Turn Your Part-Time Business Idea Into a Full Fledged Company](https://www.startupcan.ca/turn-your-part-time-business-idea-into-a-full-fledged-company/): Who doesn’t love making some extra money on the side? Side hustles and part-time business ideas broadens your own personal income streams and open doors to new opportunities that you could never imagine. But it’s no easy feat. In fact, we found out that it’s taken more than 100 hours for entrepreneurs in our network
- [5 Innovative Entrepreneurs Who Are Making Waves in Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/5-innovative-entrepreneurs-who-are-making-waves-in-canada/): Canada is brimming with talent and innovative entrepreneurs. In celebration of World Creativity and Innovation Day, we’re getting cozy with some of Canada’s most innovative entrepreneurs who were all recognized by the CANIE Awards from the Innovators & Entrepreneur’s Foundation: Gavin Armstrong, PhD, President & CEO at Lucky Iron Fish Jenn Denouden, President & CEO
- [State of the Art Entrepreneurship with Steve Blank](https://www.startupcan.ca/state-of-the-art-entrepreneurship-with-steve-blank/): Steve Blank is an Adjunct Professor at Stanford and Senior Fellow for Innovation at Columbia University. He has been described as the Father of Modern Entrepreneurship. Credited with launching the Lean Startup movement and the curriculums for the National Science Foundation Innovation Corps and Hacking for Defense and Diplomacy, he’s changed how startups are built;
- [3 Ways to Manage Entrepreneur Burn Out](https://www.startupcan.ca/3-ways-to-manage-entrepreneur-burn-out/): Many entrepreneurs feel burnout, it’s almost inevitable. In recognition of National Stress Awareness Day, we asked the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health to share insight on recognizing burnout. The idea of constantly being on the “grustle” (grind and hustle) has also glorified the idea of overextending yourself as an entrepreneur. Burn out is a
- [Getting Close to Your Customers with Suzie Yorke](https://www.startupcan.ca/getting-close-to-your-customers-with-suzie-yorke/): A mom of 4 kids, eleven-time Ironman competitor and yoga enthusiast, Suzie spent years adhering to a low-fat diet only for her health to hit a wall in her mid-40s. After reading Nina Teicholz’s best seller, Big Fat Surprise, she immediately shifted to a high-fat, low-carb diet, and started to feel better within a few
- [How To: HR and Hiring with Erin Stephenson & Jamie Savage](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-to-hr-and-hiring-with-erin-stephenson-jamie-savage/): Hiring is so important for a venture’s success, yet the search for talent is a gargantuan challenge for most founders. Business owners need strong processes and a map to make sure their teams survive and thrive. Entrepreneurs must think of culture as a code, one that is built with intention while leaving room for behaviours
- [Partnership and Canadian Production with Mark Bishop and Matt Hornburg](https://www.startupcan.ca/partnership-and-canadian-production-with-mark-bishop-and-matt-hornburg/): Mark Bishop and Matt Hornburg are Co-CEOs and Partners at marblemedia. Accomplished entrepreneurs, brand-builders and trusted media industry advocates, they have grown marblemedia into one of Canada’s leading independent production, distribution and digital media companies. In addition to serving as an executive producer across marblemedia’s successful portfolio of television and interactive digital media properties, Mark
- [Spotlighting and Scaling Black Businesses with Nerissa Allen](https://www.startupcan.ca/spotlighting-and-scaling-black-businesses-with-nerissa-allen/): Nerissa is the President and CEO of the Black Business Association of BC where she champions initiatives to support entrepreneurs and small businesses. After a twenty year career with the federal government, combined with her own experience as an entrepreneur, Nerissa brings a unique perspective on tackling challenges. Nerissa stays connected to her community as
- [5 Types of Business Contracts Every Entrepreneur Should Know](https://www.startupcan.ca/5-types-of-business-contracts-every-entrepreneur-should-know/): Most entrepreneurs don’t like doing paperwork, but having well-organized and correct business contracts are crucial to run and operate a business. Here is a quick rundown of five types of business contracts you need to know about when starting or managing a business. 1. Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) These contracts are legally binding between two
- [Data Backed Systems for Supplier Diversity with Stephany Lapierre](https://www.startupcan.ca/data-backed-systems-for-supplier-diversity-with-stephany-lapierre/): Stephany Lapierre is the Founder and CEO of Tealbook, a supplier data solution to unify systems, empower people and optimize suppliers across industries and teams. Stephany is a highly coveted supply chain thought leader and one of the most influential minds in emerging data technologies. She has been recognized as one of the Top 100
- [Creating Champions of Your Solutions with Serese Selanders](https://www.startupcan.ca/creating-champions-of-your-solutions-with-serese-selanders/): Serese is the CEO and Founder of SolusGuard, a tech company that offers a suite of workforce safety and lone worker protection solutions to help keep employees safe. From Employee Check In and Check Out software, to wearable panic buttons, Serese's mission to keep employees safe at work hasn’t changed even though SolusGuard solutions have.
- [A Conversation on Mentorship with Paulina Cameron and Karen Danudjaja](https://www.startupcan.ca/a-conversation-on-mentorship-startupwomenpodcast/): “I really do believe that mentorship is practicing community as a verb, and is so deeply transformative.” Paulina Cameron, The Forum Mentorship is about relationships that are built on trust, active listening, guidance, and the offering of knowledge and support. A mentor and mentee relationship for entrepreneurs can be the stepping stone into new levels
- [In Good Taste: Understanding Your Customers with Carmen Sandor](https://www.startupcan.ca/in-good-taste-understanding-your-customers-with-carmen-sandor/): Carmen Sandor is the founder and CEO of Green Owl Vodka, one of the only female owned and led spirits sold at the LCBO. Green Owl is Canada’s first sipping vodka infused with green tea extract from Japan. Carmen started her career as a reporter for CTV News and TSN. She then switched gears and
- [How To: Mentorship with Paulina Cameron & Karen Danudjaja](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-to-mentorship-with-paulina-cameron-karen-danudjaja/): Mentorship is a relationship built on trust, active listening and respect. It allows founders to navigate their unique situations with guidance, allowing them to notice their inner wisdom, trust their own intuition and arrive at solutions that lead them to new growth. Karen Danudjaja, who owns and operates a line of plant based, ethically
- [Black History Month Celebration | Resource Round Up](https://www.startupcan.ca/black-history-month-celebration-resource-round-up/): During the month of February, we celebrated and featured Black founders and their stories every Tuesday and Thursday on the Startup Canada Podcast Network in honour of Black History Month. On the Startup Canada Podcast, Rick Spence spoke with a powerful line up of Black founders across Canada. On the Startup Women podcast, Kayla Isabelle
- [The Chemistry of Business with Vince Guzzo](https://www.startupcan.ca/the-chemistry-of-business-with-vince-guzzo/): Vincenzo Guzzo is a seasoned entrepreneur who you may recognize as a Dragon on CBC’s Dragons Den. Vincenzo is the President and CEO of Cinémas Guzzo, the largest chain of independent movie theaters in Quebec. His portfolio includes restaurants, a construction company, an e-commerce gourmet food platform and his personal fashion and gourmet snack brand,
- [Declaring Your Success with Edwin Frondozo](https://www.startupcan.ca/declaring-your-success-with-edwin-frondozo/): Edwin Frondozo is the host and producer of an award-winning podcast and the Co-Founder of B2B telecommunications network provider Slingshot VoIP. Edwin is well known for finding the intersection where people, business, and innovation meet. As the producer and host of The Business Leadership Podcast, he interviews business leaders on the topics of brand-building, industry
- [Planting PR Seeds for Success with Jacob Crompton](https://www.startupcan.ca/planting-pr-seeds-for-success-with-jacob-crompton/): Jacob Crompton is a Senior PR Account Manager for Publicize, a Public Relations firm helping ambitious tech companies at all stages of development to tell their story, build credibility and reach new audiences. Jacob is an experienced Public Relations professional who has helped dozens of startups over the past several years use PR to grow
- [Building Your Security Ecosystem with Joel Boyd](https://www.startupcan.ca/building-your-security-ecosystem-with-joel-boyd/): Joel Boyd is the Director of Small to Medium Business (SMB) Solutions and Marketing at Fortinet, keeping his finger on the pulse of SMB trends through customer stories and tireless research. Splitting focus between how technology drives competitive advantage and cybersecurity, he brings an empathetic understanding of the difficulties IT professionals face trying to balance
- [The Future of Food with Tara Haddad](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-podcast-tara-haddad/): Tara Haddad is an accountant and entrepreneur who has over twenty years of experience building successful companies in the public and private sectors. She previously worked at Ernst and Young where she managed sectors in audit, tax and risk management. Currently, Tara provides strategic consulting to multiple companies, evaluating financial operations and overall corporate strategy.
- [Leadership in 2021 with Sarah Jakeway](https://www.startupcan.ca/leadership-in-2021-with-sarah-jakeway/): Sarah Jakeway is Vice President, CFO Canada for Mastercard, responsible for overseeing the Market’s finance activities. She works closely with the President of Mastercard Canada to drive strategic growth and sits on the leadership teams for Canada and North America Finance. Since joining Mastercard in 2011, Sarah has held several roles with increasing levels of
- [Institutionalizing Compassion with Jennifer Denouden](https://www.startupcan.ca/institutionalizing-compassion-with-jennifer-denouden/): Jenn Denouden is the President and CEO of Avana, named Canada’s tenth fastest-growing company on the 2020 Growth List, making it the first-ever female-led company from Saskatchewan to break the Top 10 in the list’s 32-year history. Avana paves the way as a real estate development company with nearly $400 million in assets under management
- [Business Owner's Toolbox: Your Guide to Start a Business in Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/business-owners-toolbox-your-guide-to-start-a-business-in-canada/): Ottawa, ON – January 11, 2022 | Today, Startup Canada is proud to announce the launch of Startup Canada's Business Owner's Toolbox (BOT), a free all-in-one online guide on how to start a business in Canada. BOT joins Startup Canada's flagship programs as a new, evergreen offering for early-stage entrepreneurs which officially launches today. Register for
- [Upholding Traditions and Culture through Business with Joella Hogan](https://www.startupcan.ca/upholding-traditions-and-culture-through-business-with-joella-hogan/): Joella Hogan will proudly tell you she is loving life in the heart of the Yukon. Based in Mayo Yukon, Joella is the Founder and CEO of The Yukon Soaps Company where she creates handcrafted soaps, shampoo bars, essential oil blends, salves, lotions and more. For Joella and those around her, Yukon Soaps Company is
- [Real Estate & Investment: Creating Your Own Access with Isaac Olowolafe](https://www.startupcan.ca/real-estate-investment-creating-your-own-access-with-isaac-olowolafe/): Isaac Olowolafe Jr. is an entrepreneur, business owner, and philanthropist. He is the founder of BKR Capital (formerly Black Innovation Capital), a venture capital company that focuses on startups led by diverse founders. Isaac established The Dream Legacy Foundation - a philanthropic organization serving as a diversity and inclusion thought leader advocating for the millions
- [Trusting Yourself to Find What is Possible with Vivian Kaye](https://www.startupcan.ca/trusting-yourself-to-find-what-is-possible-with-vivian-kaye/): Vivian Kaye is the Founder & CEO of KinkyCurlyYaki, a premium textured hair extension brand for Black women that she bootstrapped to over $6 million in revenue as an immigrant, college dropout and single mom. As a self proclaimed Gary Vee meets Oprah remix, Vivian is also a business and empowerment expert, as well as
- [Building Equitable Entrepreneurship in Canada with Chelsea Prescod](https://www.startupcan.ca/building-equitable-entrepreneurship-in-canada-with-chelsea-prescod/): Chelsea is a Regional Manager for the Client Diversity Team at BDC. Her mandate is to ensure that BDC’s portfolio is reflective of Canada’s population. Her goal is to provide all diverse entrepreneurs across the country particularly black entrepreneurs with the tools they need to access the right financing, people and programs to successfully grow
- [Lasting Impact for Young Entrepreneurs with Mona Lisa Prosper](https://www.startupcan.ca/lasting-impact-for-young-entrepreneurs-with-mona-lisa-prosper/): Mona-Lisa is the Director of Futurpreneur Canada’s Black Entrepreneur Startup Program. A lawyer by trade, she also gained experience in entrepreneurship, human resources and economic development through her diverse career. Very involved in her community, she is the President of the Women’s Young Chamber of Commerce of Québec and sits on multiple other boards. A
- [Industry Disruption and Resilience with Danish Yusuf - September 15, 2020](https://www.startupcan.ca/danish-yusuf-startup-podcast/): In order to disrupt your industry, you will need more than luck. According to Danish Yusuf, CEO and co-founder of Zensurance, resilience and grit are the true keys to success in today’s entrepreneurial world. Danish Yusuf is the CEO and co-founder of zensurance.com, a Toronto-based technology startup focused on commercial insurance product and distribution. Danish
- [Fighting Health Inequities Through Community with Mystery Furtado](https://www.startupcan.ca/fighting-health-inequities-through-community-with-mystery-furtado/): Mystery Furtado is the mother of two energetic and vibrant African Kings by the names of Kade and Kylem. She is an internationally trained Nurse, currently preparing to sit the RN Nclex exam. Mystery is passionate about Diabetes management and prevention which is why she formed a not for profit called Type Diabeat It; which
- [Removing Barriers to Actualize Belonging with Victor Beusoleil](https://www.startupcan.ca/removing-barriers-to-actualize-belonging-with-victor-beusoleil/): Victor Beausoleil is the CEO of Intuit Consulting and the Co-Founder and Executive Director of SETSI, The Social Economy Through Social Inclusion Coalition. At the age of 24, Victor Beausoleil co-founded Redemption Reintegration Services, one of the largest youth-led, youth justice agencies in Canada. In 2013, Victor Beausoleil received his first public service appointment by
- [Show Off Your Business to the World: Extended Export Support as an Entrepreneur](https://www.startupcan.ca/show-off-your-business-to-the-world-extended-export-support-as-an-entrepreneur/): It’s back and it’s better than ever. We’re thrilled to announce that our Startup Global program has gone annual! Many of the same components that you know and love about Startup Global will be making a return, but we’re especially excited to let you know how we’re shaking things up for the better. Startup Global
- [Built to Last: Extended Support for Women Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/built-to-last-extended-support-for-women-entrepreneurs/): We’re excited to announce that our Startup Women program has gone annual! What does this mean? Starting from Startup Women 2022, woman-identifying entrepreneurs are eligible to sign up to our free Startup Women programming that provides exclusive access to tailored events, advisory support and mentorship, networking sessions, and skill-building workshops—all throughout the year. The Startup
- [Empower & Include: Shaping Modern Media with Patricia Bebia Mawa](https://www.startupcan.ca/empower-include-shaping-modern-media-with-patricia-bebia-mawa/): Patricia Bebia Mawa is the Executive Vice President of Silvertrust Media and Afroglobal Television. Patricia is also the host of Planet Africa, a weekly series on OMNI TV that covers topics that interest, affect and challenge African Canadian communities. She has directed and produced over fifteen television programs including The Visionaries, The Golden Button and
- [Including Youth in Our Workplace with Janelle Hinds](https://www.startupcan.ca/including-youth-in-our-workplace-with-janelle-hinds/): Janelle Hinds is an award-winning entrepreneur, public speaker, facilitator and Diversity Equity and Inclusion and strategic consultant. Before her maternity leave, Janelle was the Senior Manager of Strategic Partnerships at Opportunity for All Youth, where the focus is creating better youth futures by helping youth who face barriers find meaningful jobs that build skills and
- [Innovation in FemTech: Menstruation with Marlow with Nadia Ladak](https://www.startupcan.ca/innovation-in-femtech-menstruation-with-marlow-with-nadia-ladak/): Nadia is the Co-Founder and COO of Marlow, a new FemTech start-up that has developed the first-ever lubricated tampon kit. Previously, Nadia worked as a management consultant at KPMG where she worked across a number of Fortune 500 retail clients. Nadia is committed to giving back to her community through her role as a
- [Recognizing Disruption in Old Industries with Angie Schick and Mike Wood](https://www.startupcan.ca/recognizing-disruption-in-old-industries-with-angie-schick-and-mike-wood/): Angie Schick is Executive Director and oversees the delivery of all programs at New Ventures BC. She’s been supporting technology startups for over ten years and loves working with entrepreneurs. She has worked in the technology sector for over 15 years as a project manager, strategic communicator and market researcher. Previously, she led teams and
- [The Cultured Coconut and Parados Cerebral Solutions Inc. Win Atlantic Regional Canadian Export Challenge Pitch Competitions](https://www.startupcan.ca/atlantic-cxc-pitch-competition-winners/): Atlantic Region – September 14, 2020 | Today, the winners of the Atlantic Canadian Export Challenge Pitch Competitions for the startup and scale-up categories were announced. The Cultured Coconut was named the winner of the Atlantic CXC Pitch Competition for the startup category, taking home $2,500. The scale-up category winner, Parados Cerebral Solutions Inc., left
- [Doing Both: Classic and Trendy with Nisha Grewal](https://www.startupcan.ca/doing-both-classic-and-trendy-with-nisha-grewal/): Nisha is a Vancouver based entrepreneur and is the founder of Ambari Beauty. Ambari Beauty is committed to sourcing and formulating with pure and powerful ingredients and is on a mission to provide medi spa experience and results from your own home. Growing up in a proud Indo-Canadian home, Nisha was accustomed to a life
- [Communication is Entrepreneurship with Lyndon Johnson](https://www.startupcan.ca/32559-2/): Lyndon Johnson is a recovering broadcaster, turned communications strategy specialist. He spent almost a decade working in radio and 20+ years in comms, first in both in-house and agency roles and for the last ten years as an entrepreneur. Lyndon’s focus is to democratize public relations and marketing to enable any business that needs it
- [Incubate Accelerate and Innovate with Kari Lamotte](https://www.startupcan.ca/startuppodcast-kari-lamotte/): Kari LaMotte is the Managing Director of entrepreneurship@UBC, UBC’s incubator and accelerator program for innovators and entrepreneurs across the University of British Columbia. A lifelong entrepreneur, Kari has been deeply embedded in the BC technology sector for over 20 years and is passionate about the growth of BC’s innovation ecosystem. She is the Co-Founder of
- [Aligning Business with a Cause with Lotte Davis](https://www.startupcan.ca/aligning-business-with-a-cause-with-lotte-davis/): Born in South Africa, Lotte Davis moved to Canada at ten years old with her family to escape the hostility of apartheid. Her heart, though, stayed behind. In 1989, Lotte and her husband founded AG Hair in the basement of their Vancouver home. AG Hair is built on a strong ethos to develop professional products
- [2021 Wrap Up: Producer's Corner with Lauren Hicks and Maddie Stiles](https://www.startupcan.ca/2021-wrap-up-producers-corner-with-lauren-hicks-and-maddie-stiles/): Tune in for a bonus episode to look back at all that we covered on the Startup Women Podcast in 2021 with the producers who bring this show to life, Lauren Hicks and Maddie Stiles. Lauren Hicks is our Digital Production and Content Manager at Startup Canada. Lauren spends her time and energy elevating and
- [Transparency Through Storytelling with Nikki Wiart](https://www.startupcan.ca/transparency-through-storytelling-with-nikki-wiart/): Nikki Wiart is a florist, farmer and writer. Her farming journey began in the winter of 2017 when she moved back to her hometown of Castor, Alberta to work under open prairie skies, grow food and raise animals – and do so in a sustainable and ecological way. Since then, she’s dabbled in a bit
- [12 Days of Canadian Small Businesses](https://www.startupcan.ca/12-days-of-canadian-small-businesses/): Celebrate the holiday cheer this year by giving presents to your loved ones while also supporting small businesses in Canada! For the next 12 days, we'll be spotlighting one Canadian small business that provides a unique or thoughtful gift. Come back everyday to see who we feature next in our 12 Days of Canadian Small
- [Canadian Legal Resources 101 with Corinne Boudreau](https://www.startupcan.ca/canadian-legal-resources-101-with-corinne-boudreau/): Corinne is the daughter of a teacher and a lawyer - which probably explains a lot about her desire to share and explain the legal stuff. After escaping many years of the big law firm life (aka the "soul-sucking situation"), Corinne started her entrepreneurial legal journey in 2012. What started as a 40-hour in-person legal
- [Frustration as Fuel, Values for Decisions with Céline Leheurteux](https://www.startupcan.ca/frustration-as-fuel-values-for-decisions-with-celine-leheurteux/): *Before listening to this episode, please know that this conversations references end of life for animals and pets and talks about the experiences of pet owners during these difficult times. We know this can be difficult to listen to. Please keep this in mind before listening to this episode if these topics are challenging for
- [#StartupChats Recap - The Art of Hiring and Keeping The Best Talent](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-the-art-of-hiring-and-keeping-the-best-talent/): On Wednesday, December 8th, we hosted #StartupChats to talk about The Art of Hiring and Keeping The Best Talent. We were joined by a great panel of experts; Vanessa Teran, T-Services Nunzio Presta, BuyAndSellABusiness.Com Laura Tolhoek, Essential HR Kayla Isabelle, Startup Canada Colin Christensen, THNQ What do you need to know, before you hire?
- [#StartupChats Recap - Reflecting on Leadership in 2021](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-reflecting-on-leadership-in-2021/): On Wednesday, December 1st, we hosted #StartupChats to talk about Diversity and Inclusion Strategies for Startups. We were joined by a great panel of experts; Darrell Schuurman, the CGLCC Kristine Carey, Business Coach Nicola Jone-Crossley, Futurepreneur Cydney Mar, Product Development Consultant Suzanne Brown, Marketing Strategists Shadi Yazdan, Coach What does leadership truly mean? A1 At
- [#StartupChats Recap - Diversity and Inclusion Strategies for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-diversity-and-inclusion-strategies-for-startups/): On Wednesday, November 17th, we hosted #StartupChats to talk about Diversity and Inclusion Strategies for Startups. We were joined by a great panel of experts; Lauren Hicks, Startup Canada Nunzio Presta, BuyAndSellABiz.com Anthony Martiniello, Dell Technologies LaToya Collins-Jones, Dell Technologies Colin Christensen, THNQ We began the conversation by asking; What does diversity mean? A1: Excellence.
- [#StartupChats Recap - Digital Productivity Tools for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-digital-tools-for-productivity/): On Wednesday, November 3rd, we hosted #StartupChats to talk about Digital Productivity Tools with Scotiabank. What does productivity feel like? A1. Exhausted #StartupChats — LYNDON [THINK DIFFERENTLY] JOHNSON (@THINK_Lyndon) November 3, 2021 It’s easy to confuse productivity with busyness. But being busy doesn’t mean you’re being productive. 🤷‍♀️ Focus and intention @MaddieLaura 👏 much
- [#StartupChats Recap - The Key to Customer Relationships](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-the-key-to-customer-relationships/): On Wednesday, July 7th, we hosted #StartupChats to talk about the Key to Customer Relationships with Mastercard. We were joined by; Anna Sinclair , Your Legacy Life Dwania Peele, Canadian Small Business Women Lyndon Johnson, Think Differently We began by reflecting on our first customers; A1: I got my first client by letting all
- [#StartupChats Recap - Voices for Canadian Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-voices-for-canadian-entrepreneurs/): On Wednesday, November 24th, we hosted #StartupChats to talk about (and to) Voices for Canadian Entrepreneurs with Meltwater. We were joined by a panel of great experts in the media, personal branding, content and public relations space; Alana Simpson, PR Strategist Thi Dao, Partnerships Manager, The Future of Good Reagan Bradley, Personal Branding Strategist Lauren
- [#StartupChats Recap - Planning for Success: Writing Your Business Plan - April 14 2021 - copy](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-planning-for-success-writing-your-business-plan-april-14-2021-copy/): On Wednesday, April 14th during #StartupChats, we talked about Planning for Success and Writing Your Business Plan with Scotiabank. We were joined by this incredible trio of experts; Emily Foucault, CEO of ThinkHatch Jenn Walker, Coach & Founder of Dive Heart First Nicola Jones-Crossley, Business Development Manager for BC, Futurpreneur First, we figured out what
- [#StartupChats Recap - Resources and Funding for Women Entrepreneurs - March 17 2021](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-resources-and-funding-for-women-entrepreneurs-march-17-2021/): On Wednesday, March 17th during #StartupChats, we discussed resources and funding for women entrepreneurs. We were joined by a trio of wonderful women; Alison Kirkland, CEO, Women's Enterprise Organizations of Canada Frederique Menard, Funding Analyst, Fundica Magnolia Perron, Indigenous Women & Youth Program Officer, NACCA First, we identified the issue, funding for women entrepreneurs; A1
- [#StartupChats Recap - Mentorship 101 - March 3 2021](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-mentorship-recap-march3/): On Wednesday, March 3rd during #StartupChats, we talked about mentorship with Scotiabank. We were joined by a trio of experts to dive deep into what mentorship means and looks like and the power it holds to accelerate and support our careers. We defined mentorship and what it looks like; A1. To me, mentorship can be
- [#StartupChats Recap - Top Resources for Women Entrepreneurs - April 7 2021](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-top-resources-for-women-entrepreneurs-april-7-2021/): On Wednesday, April 7th during #StartupChats, we discussed the top resources for women entrepreneurs, in partnership with Mastercard Canada. We were joined by two great women; Cydney Mar, Product Development Strategist Jamie Savage, Founder of The Leadership Agency We outlined education and mentorship opportunities; A2 Education, of course, there are traditional courses but also a
- [#StartupChats Recap - Celebrating Women in Small Business - March 10 2021](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-women-smallbusiness-march-10-2021/): On Wednesday, March 11th during #StartupChats, we celebrated women in small business and recognized their entrepreneur journeys. We were joined by a trio of wonderful women; Dwania Peele, Founder of Canadian Small Business Women Cheryl Appleton, Founder of Canadian Women in Food Marissa Bronfman, Founder of Shot of Gold superfoods First, we talked about why
- [#StartupChat Recap - How to Make an Impact With Your Business, February 10 2021](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchat-recap-how-to-make-an-impact-with-your-business-february-10-2021/): On Wednesday, February 10th during #StartupChats, we talked about baking impact into business, and the change that can happen when we do this. We were joined by a trio of expert guests who lent their time, insight and knowledge to this #StartupChats conversation. Thia Dao, Content Partnership Lead at Future of Good Liz Connell, Co-Founder
- [#StartupChats Recap - Learning from Changemakers - April 21 2021](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-learning-from-changemakers-april-21-2021/): On Wednesday, April 21st during #StartupChats, we talked all about impact and change through business and Learned from Changemakers with Inniskillin Wine. We were joined by this incredible trio of experts; Mark Marsolais - Nahwegahbow, Founder of Birch Bark Coffee Kara Morgan, Founder and COO, PlanIt! Efficiency Solutions Kevin Holmes, Managing Director, Social Innovation Lab
- [#StartupChats Recap - Learning from Women Leaders - March 24 2021](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-learning-from-women-leaders-march-24-2021/): On Wednesday, March 24th during #StartupChats, we celebrated and learned from Women Leaders. We were joined by a trio of wonderful women; Nilufer Erdebil, CEO, Spring 2 Innovation Morgan Browne, Partner, Oakwyn Realty Kara Morgan, Process & Efficiency Advisor, PlanIt! Efficiency We started by understanding the world of entrepreneurship for women; A3 Some yes,
- [#StartupChat Recap - Legal 101, February 3 2021](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchat-recap-legal-101-feb-3/): On Wednesday, February 3rd during #StartupChats, we talked about all things law and business. We were joined by a trio of great expert guests who lent their time, insight and knowledge to this #StartupChats conversation. Here are a few things we learned from them: We talked about Legal Horror Stories with Matt Scrivens, Director of
- [#StartupChats Recap - Building a Resilient Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-building-a-resilient-business/): On Wednesday, August 11th, we were joined by an incredible lineup of experts to talk all about Building a Resilient Business in partnership with Cisco Small Business. Nilufer Erderbil, CEO at Spring 2 Innovation @digitalNil Mike Wood, Small Business Advocate @MikeWoodOttawa We began by talking about what a resilient mindset looks like; A5. A resilient
- [#StartupChats Recap - Innovation and Small Business - February 24 2021](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-innovation-and-small-business-february-24-2021/): On Wednesday, February 24th during #StartupChats, we talked about the power of innovation and small business with Cisco Small Business. We were joined by a trio of experts to dive deep into why innovation is important for small businesses and what it looks like across various industries and sectors. We defined innovation and what it
- [Startup Canada and the Embassy of Israel Announces Winners of the Canada-Israel Joint Pitch Competition](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-and-the-embassy-of-israel-announces-winners-of-the-canada-israel-joint-pitch-competition/): Ottawa, ON – November 25, 2021 | Today, the four winners for the Canada-Israel Joint Pitch Competition were announced: Lee Sharir at Safe and Sound, Nadia Ladak at Marlow, Dana Pousty at SoLED, and Ashley Stone at The Village App. Each winner will collect $2,000 CAD in cash to help grow and expand their business. "Thank
- [Michelle Zatlyn of Cloudflare: Make Your World Bigger](https://www.startupcan.ca/michelle-zatlyn-of-cloudflare-make-your-world-bigger/): “As an entrepreneur, if you can start a business that is great, you are proud of it and you can work with great people, that is where the magic happens.” Michelle Zatlyn is the Co-Founder, President, and COO of Cloudflare, the Internet security, performance, and reliability company on a mission to help build a better
- [Startup Canada launches Women Founders Fund with Evolocity Financial Group](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-launches-women-founders-fund-evolocity-financial-group/): August 2, 2016 – Today, Startup Canada and Montreal-based Evolocity Financial Group joined forces to launch the Startup Canada Women Founders Fund powered by Evolocity Financial Group. The fund provides micro-grants to women entrepreneurs and women-led companies in Canada—helping them to start and grow their businesses. Although women in Canada now represent 47 per
- [Building a Trusted Sustainable Brand with Angie Tran and Bernard Law](https://www.startupcan.ca/building-a-trusted-sustainable-brand-with-angie-tran-and-bernard-law/): Angie Tran and Bernard Law come from a background of five years in digital marketing, a skill that has lended well to their success with Kind Laundry. Kind Laundry is on a mission to have an impact, and that starts with our decision as consumers to choose a new way of doing laundry, a way
- [Startup Canada Launches Second Phase of the Canada-Israel Women Entrepreneurs Program](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-launches-second-phase-of-the-canada-israel-women-entrepreneurs-program/): OTTAWA, ON – Startup Canada is excited to launch the second phase of the Canada-Israel Women Entrepreneurs Program in partnership with the Embassy of Israel. This program aims to further promote, celebrate, and educate the startup community on the importance of women entrepreneurship globally. As part of this program to highlight women entrepreneurs from both
- [Understanding Sleep Deprivation and Committing to Better Sleep for Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/understanding-sleep-deprivation-and-committing-to-better-sleep-for-entrepreneurs/): Sleep-deprived. A state that entrepreneurs find themselves in way too often, and for way too long. It’s time to find out what really contributes to sleep deprivation that entrepreneurs experience so often, and help them discover and understand why prioritizing sleep is so important so that they can feel better. During the month of May,
- [#StartupChats Recap - Understanding Trends and Your Competition](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-understanding-trends-and-your-competition/): On Wednesday, September 1st, we were joined by three great experts to talk about understanding trends and your competition. We were joined by 3 expert entrepreneurs; Daniel Francavilla, Strategist & Partner, King Street Media Mallory Greene, Co-Founder & CEO, Eirene Shameel Anwar, Founder of Blankverse Is competition friend or foe? A1. If you don't have
- [#StartupChats Recap - Getting Up to Speed on Financial Literacy](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-getting-up-to-speed-on-financial-literacy/): On Wednesday, November 10th, we hosted #StartupChats to talk about Getting Up to Speed on Financial Literacy with Scotiabank. We were joined by four great experts; Zahra Qureshi, Social Venture Circuit Tracey Bissett, Bissett Financial Fitness Inc. Jason Charlebois, Scotiabank Kayla Isabelle, Startup Canada What is financial literacy and why is it important? A1.
- [Creating Your Online Home Base with Anne De Aragon and Sara Koonar](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-women-anne-de-aragon-sara-koonar/): Anne De Aragon is the Vice President and Country Manager for GoDaddy Canada, the company that empowers everyday entrepreneurs. In this role, she is responsible for all GoDaddy operations in Canada, leading the charge on business strategy and growth. Throughout her tenure at GoDaddy, she has worked closely with Canadian small businesses to understand their
- [Understanding Credit & Bank Loans with Alida Pellegrino](https://www.startupcan.ca/understanding-credit-bank-loans-with-alida-pellegrino/): Financing - it’s one of the top items on every founder’s mind. Alida Pellegrino, Vice President of Credit Adjudication Canada for Scotiabank, may be able to help you demystify bank loans and lines of credit. Alida Pellegrino joined the Scotiabank team in June 2017 and is responsible for leading the Credit Adjudication team in credit
- [Owning Your Brand Story with Afton Brazzoni](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupwomenpodcast-afton-brazzoni/): Afton Brazzoni is the Founder of Scribe National, a content marketing company that she started to help B2B companies connect with their audiences online. Scribe National is built on excellence, dedication, curiosity and authenticity to illuminate the brands they work with. Afton brings twelve years of experience in storytelling through marketing, communications and journalism roles.
- [Making Your World Bigger with Michelle Zatlyn](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-podcast-michelle-zatlyn/): Michelle Zatlyn is Co-Founder, President and COO of Cloudflare, the Internet security, performance, and reliability company on a mission to help build a better Internet. Cloudflare is a publicly-traded company on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: NET). Prior to co-founding Cloudflare, Michelle held positions at Google and Toshiba and launched two successful startups. Michelle
- [Excellence Over Perfection with Isabelle Hudon](https://www.startupcan.ca/excellence-over-perfection-with-isabelle-hudon/): It’s no secret that Canada is home to many incredible women entrepreneurs. As BDC’s new leader, Isabelle Hudon is on a mission to foster ambition and generate growth for these disruptive founders. Isabelle Hudon is President and CEO of BDC, the bank for Canadian entrepreneurs. As BDC’s first woman CEO, Ms. Hudon brings a deep
- [#StartupChats Recap - Fending Off 2021's Most Devious New CyberAttacks](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-fending-off-2021s-most-devious-new-cyberattacks/): On Wednesday, September 29th, we were joined by three great experts to talk about fending off devious cyber attacks in 2021 and beyond. We were joined by incredible Acronis experts; Candid Wüest, President of Cyber Protections Research Topher Tebow, Senior Cybersecurity Researcher James Slaby, Director of Cyber Protection What exactly are devious cyberattacks? A1 Simplified,
- [Teams That Reflect Your Customers with Jill Schoolenberg](https://www.startupcan.ca/teams-that-reflect-your-customers-with-jill-schoolenberg/): Jill Schoolenberg is an experienced business leader with a record of accomplishments in delivering revenue, profit and customer satisfaction in multiple B2B and B2C businesses. Jill graduated with an Honors Business Administration degree from the Ivey Business School and started her career in marketing at Procter and Gamble. She later moved into the technology industry
- [Passion, Purpose and Profit with Evelyne Nyairo](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupwomenpodcast-evelynenyairo/): Years ago, Evelyne found herself doing fieldwork among beautiful wild mango trees in Chad. She was introduced to a family where the mother and kids proceeded to expertly climb the trees in the hot sun to harvest mangoes for her to eat. Towards the end, Evelyne was told to pay the husband when it was
- [Startup Canada and U.S. Embassy Forms New Partnership for Cross-Border Trade](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-and-u-s-embassy-forms-new-partnership-for-cross-border-trade/): OTTAWA, ON – Startup Canada is delighted to announce a new partnership with the United States Embassy (U.S. Embassy) to grow the entrepreneurial spirit across the border. With the support of the U.S. Embassy, Startup Canada will be hosting closed-door working groups with entrepreneurs from both Canada and the United States to share key lessons,
- [Baking Impact into Your Business with Shelby Taylor](https://www.startupcan.ca/baking-impact-into-your-business-with-shelby-taylor/): Shelby is the Founder and CEO of Chickapea, a chickpea pasta made from organic ingredients. As a mom of two, Shelby quickly learned the challenge of getting a quick and nutritious meal on the table. Shelby refuses to compromise on ingredients and impact. Chickapea operates under clear guiding principles such as protecting the planet, making
- [#StartupChats Recap - Celebrating Small Business Week](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-celebrating-small-business-week/): On Wednesday, October 13th, we hosted #StartupChats in advance of Small Business Week to celebrate entrepreneurship with Mastercard. We talked about the meaning of Small Business Week and the ways entrepreneurs across Canada celebrate it. We were joined by three great entrepreneurs; Zahra Qureshi, Executive Director at Social Venture Circuit & Principal Mary Doyle, CEO
- [Repeatable Processes and Scaleable Revenues with Agnes Lan](https://www.startupcan.ca/repeatable-processes-and-scaleable-revenues-with-agnes-lan/): Agnes Lan is the Founder and VP of Sales at Change Connect Inc.. Described as influential and inspirational by her clients and peers, Agnes helps organizations grow through change. She has a knack for breaking down complex strategies into tangible business tactics - leading the way in Sales Transformation for SMBs and Enterprises alike. Agnes
- [Beyond Startup Gov: Continuing to Amplify Entrepreneurs' Voice to Government](https://www.startupcan.ca/beyond-startup-gov-continuing-to-amplify-entrepreneurs-voice-to-government/): On behalf of Startup Canada, we'd like to thank everyone who attended and participated in any of our Small Business Week events from our Startup Gov or Startup Global program. It was a week full of insightful discussions, entrepreneurial celebrations, and virtual networking on topics that matter the most to Canada's entrepreneurs. With the end
- [Good Hiring & Growth with Joe Diubaldo](https://www.startupcan.ca/good-hiring-and-growth-with-joe-diubaldo/): Hiring well is an age-old problem for founders - but what if there was an easier way to tackle this problem hurdle? Enter Joe Diubaldo, President and Founder of Clarity Recruitment! Joe helps scaling companies make better hiring decisions and builds finance teams to fuel break-out growth. He has shaped finance and technology teams at
- [Comfort, Care and Confidence for Women with Dr. Liza Egbogah](https://www.startupcan.ca/comfort-care-and-confidence-for-women-with-dr-liza-egbogah/): Dr.Liza Egbogah is a fascia and posture expert and Founder of The Fix, Toronto’s boutique clinic. Dr. Liza has a Doctor of Chiropractic, graduating with Summa Cum Laude and clinic honors from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College with a diploma in manual osteopathic practice and also holds a Pharmacology degree with distinction from the University
- [Building the Supports Our Communities Need with Candace Lauren](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-women-podcast-candace-lauren/): Candace Lauren serves humanity as a multi-faceted creative. She is an accomplished brand strategist, award winning speaker, and best selling author. She currently serves as the Director of Communications and Mentorship for the Black Entrepreneurs and Businesses of Canada Society. With over 10 years of experience as a marketing professional, Candace has designed for six-figure
- [Securing and Strengthening Retail Partnerships with Tracy Bell](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-women-podcast-tracy-bell/): Tracy Bell is a career-long television reporter, turned corporate exec, turned startup CEO of Millennia Tea. She believes the story we tell ourselves and others is a potent tool for success in business, and satisfaction in life. As a career communicator, including being a journalist for one of Canada’s most-watched newscasts, Tracy knows first-hand the
- [International Perspectives: Supporting Women Founders with Adi Paz and Natasha Morano](https://www.startupcan.ca/adi-paz-and-natasha-morano/): Around the world, the collective entrepreneurial experience is surprisingly similar - hurdles and opportunities for women founders are no exception. Adi Paz and Natasha Morano agree that in order for women around the globe to succeed in the startup space, impactful and tailored programs are a must. Adi Paz is the co-founder CEO of OnTime,
- [Supply Chain Disruptions and Decisions with Sarah Barnes-Humphrey](https://www.startupcan.ca/supply-chain-disruptions-and-decisions-with-sarah-barnes-humphrey/): Sarah Barnes-Humphrey is a logistician turned supply chain mogul; passionate about collaboration, transparency, diversity – and doing better business. As the host of the popular podcast, Let’s Talk Supply Chain, Sarah puts people right at the forefront of an industry that’s traditionally been about stats and numbers. From thought-provoking questions and lively discussions to championing
- [Support for Indigenous Entrepreneurs with Monica James](https://www.startupcan.ca/support-for-indigenous-entrepreneurs-with-monica-james/): Since 2003, Monica James has focused her commercial banking career on helping Indigenous entrepreneurs realize their dreams and being a voice of reconciliation. During this time she has held a variety of progressive positions in Indigenous Banking, including Senior Manager and Business Centre Manager. In her current role as Regional Manager, Client Diversity, she leads
- [Staying True to Your Core Values with Chau Lui](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupwomenpodcast-chau-lui/): Chau Lui is the co-owner, along with her sister Trang, of Paris Jewellers, a proudly Canadian -Vietnamese women-owned and operated jewellery company focused on community partnerships, customer experience and supporting women. The company has a 90% women workforce. Paris Jewellers started in a 400 sq. ft. space in St. Albert, Alberta and with Chau’s leadership
- [Creating Sustainable Social Impact with Ruvimbo Chimutsa](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-women-podcast-ruvimbo-chimutsa/): Ruvimbo Chimutsa is the founder of The Grace & Nelly Project and G&N, Healthier Happier Periods. Born and raised in Zimbabwe, she moved to Canada at the age of 19 to continue her tertiary education and discovered she could still make an impact on the lives of those in her home country thousands of miles
- [More Than Freebies: Consumer Insights and Structures for Success with Kelly Stewart](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-women-kelly-stewart/): Kelly Stewart is the Vice President of Marketing at Sampler, and one of the company’s earliest employees. With almost a decade of experience in brand strategy and communications for consumer packaged goods, Kelly joined Sampler to help build the team’s marketing foundation. Since joining Sampler, Kelly has helped develop and implement Sampler’s B2B2C brand voice
- [Vital Growth in Canada's Health Tech Industry with Azadeh Dastmalchi](https://www.startupcan.ca/vital-growth-in-canadas-health-tech-industry-with-azadeh-dastmalchi-startup-women-podcast/): Azadeh Dastmalchi is the CEO of VitalTracer, a medical startup that designs smart wearable medical devices. She is a Ph.D. candidate at Ottawa University, obtaining her MSc from the same university in Mechanical Engineering. In the last twelve years, her main field of research has been designing and developing medical devices, particularly vital sign monitoring
- [Reimagining Our World: Arriving at Accessibility with Zoey Schvan](https://www.startupcan.ca/reimagining-our-world-arriving-at-accessibility-with-zoey-schvan/): Zoey Schvan is a certified Entrepreneurship and Business Coach, and a Disabled Entrepreneur Coach leading at Zoey Schvan Business Corner. She works with disabled entrepreneurs who want to start and/or grow their businesses. She also provides content creation, copywriting, ghostwriting, editing, and blogging support for her clients and consults with other businesses. In addition to
- [Including Disability in Diversity with Wanda Deschamps](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-women-podcast-wanda-deschamps/): Wanda Deschamps is the founder and principal of Liberty Co - a consultancy focused on increasing the participation level of the Neurodiverse population in the workforce with a special emphasis on autism due to Wanda's own diagnosis at midlife. A champion for inclusion, she enjoys writing and speaking under the banner of the #InclusionRevolution, a
- [Monitoring Movements: Elevating Maternal Care with Dolma Tsundu](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-women-podcast-dolma-tsundu/): Dolma is the CEO and Founder of Flutter Care Inc., a digital health company based in Vancouver whose technology promotes positive pregnancy experiences and outcomes. Her passions lie at the intersection of human rights and technology innovation. She is an alumna of UBC’s Integrated Engineering program and founded Flutter Care as an undergraduate student. During
- [Partnering on Community Missions Through Tech with Peter Near and Casey Pruden](https://www.startupcan.ca/peter-near-casey-pruden-startup-canada-podcast/): Peter Near is VMware Canada’s National Director of Technology, and a thought leader in Canada on topics including hybrid cloud strategies, data center modernization, and infrastructure security. As part of the Canadian Enterprise technology landscape for nearly twenty years, Peter has held a number of leadership positions including delivery of large enterprise transformation projects and
- [Knowing Your Customers: Strategy, Security & Success Online with Ellie Zolghadr](https://www.startupcan.ca/knowing-your-customers-strategy-security-success-online-with-ellie-zolghadr/): Ellie Zolghadr is the director of product for digital solutions at Mastercard Canada. She is passionate about technology and innovation, and has a knack for storytelling. She comes from a quantitative educational background. She started her career in consulting with a pivot to product and innovation, building new products in the digital space in payments,
- [Accessing Government Support with Minister Nina Tangri](https://www.startupcan.ca/accessing-government-support-with-minister-nina-tangri/): Today’s guest is Nina Tangri, Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) for Mississauga-Streetsville and Ontario’s Associate Minister of Small Business and Red Tape Reduction. Nina is an entrepreneur and small business owner with over 30 years’ experience in financial management. Before entering politics, she successfully ran her own insurance company. Nina was first elected as the
- [The Work and Rewards of Funding with Jeremy O'Krafka](https://www.startupcan.ca/jeremy-okrafka-startup-podcast/): Jeremy is the Founder of MENTORnetwork and the Funding Path program. He helps organizations to improve their capacity to hire, innovate and make an impact by accessing grants, incentives, partnerships and procurement programs. As an entrepreneur, educator and community builder, Jeremy has a vision for Canada’s culture of mentorship and aligning entrepreneurs with social change.
- [When Challenge Meets Opportunity with Don Ludlow](https://www.startupcan.ca/when-challenge-meets-opportunity-with-don-ludlow/): As the Vice President of Small Business, Strategy & Partnerships at RBC, Don provides strategic oversight and leads a team that is responsible for delivering marketing-leading solutions, partnerships and client experiences that go beyond traditional banking to help Canadian entrepreneurs successfully start, manage and grow their business. Don also manages the development of RBC’s strategy
- [Disrupting Real Estate Investing with Ava Benesocky](https://www.startupcan.ca/disrupting-real-estate-investing-with-ava-benesocky/): Coming from a family of accountants, Ava values hard work and compassion above all. She became one of the youngest award-winning agents at REMAX and was unstoppable thereafter. Fearless and ready to write her own story, she moved to Vancouver, where she built a strong network of real estate investors. She continued to learn and
- [An Appetite for Risk with Allen and Eva Lau](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-podcast-allen-eva-lau/): Eva is a well-respected entrepreneur-turned-investor and one of the few women leading a venture fund in Canada. She is the Founding Partner of Two Small Fish Ventures, a venture fund that invests globally in early-stage, transformative tech companies. Before starting Two Small Fish Ventures, she worked alongside the co-founders of Wattpad in the company's early
- [Nano-materials, Big Problems and Holistic Healing with Megan Leslie](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-podcast-megan-leslie/): Megan is the co-founder and CEO of NanoTess, a Canadian startup commercializing nanotechnology solutions in the health and decontamination sectors. Prior to NanoTess, Megan worked as a management consultant where she supported the design and implementation of enterprise-wide strategy and workforce transformations. She co-founded the Collegiate Entrepreneurs' Organization at the University of Calgary, which supports
- [Peace, Not Pain: Bringing Innovation to End of Life Arrangements with Mallory Greene](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-podcast-mallory-greene/): Mallory Greene is the co-founder and CEO of Eirene - an innovative funeral services startup based in Toronto. Eirene allows families to make high-quality, affordable cremation arrangements - from the comfort of their own home. There's no shopping around, up-selling or in-person consultations required. Previously, Mallory worked at Wealthsimple as part of their founding team.
- [Ready for Reconnection: Companies and Their Customers with Kelly McBain](https://www.startupcan.ca/ready-for-reconnection-companies-and-their-customers-with-kelly-mcbain/): A Senior Product Manager of Business Solutions for Moneris, Kelly is a passionate product professional specializing in innovative online and mobile payment systems. She is always looking at how technical innovation can help solve business problems in the online and mobile space with her keen sense for business needs and creative mind. Kelly has over
- [Power Over Politeness: Funding Canada's Disruptors with John Ruffolo](https://www.startupcan.ca/power-over-politeness-funding-canadas-disruptors-with-john-ruffolo/): John is the Founder and Managing Partner of Maverix Private Equity. John is also the Founder of OMERS Ventures and through his leadership as the former CEO, OMERS Ventures invested over $500 million of capital in over 40 disruptive technology companies across North America, including growth investments in Shopify, Wattpad, Hootsuite and many more. During
- [Pow Wow Pitch Podcast E12 - Fill Your Spirit with Bernice Clarke](https://www.startupcan.ca/pow-wow-pitch-podcast-e12-bernice-clarke/): “As an entrepreneur, you can affect your community and your people. You can add things that have been forgotten in the business world and be the change you want to see.” Bernice Clarke is the owner and founder of Iqaluit-based UasaU Soap. Bernice shares how she gained the confidence to use the land, animals and
- [#StartupChats Recap - Managing Startup Costs for Your Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-managing-startup-costs-for-your-business/): On Wednesday, October 20th, we hosted a #StartupChats all about Managing Startup Costs for Your Business. We wanted to share insights and knowledge about the true costs of starting a business. We were joined by two great experts; Jason Charlebois, Senior Vice President, Small Business Banking and Canadian Banking at Scotiabank Jasmine Williams, Founder and
- [Celebrate Small Business Week 2021 with Startup Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/celebrate-small-business-week-2021-with-startup-canada/): October has officially started and that also means Small Business Week 2021 is coming! This year, we've got a jam-packed week of events from our Startup Gov and Startup Global programs. Some highlights include the Grand Finale of our Startup Global Pitch Competition, a fireside chat with Isabelle Hudon (President and CEO, BDC), and a
- [Pow Wow Pitch Podcast E11 - Take No Sh-t with Patrice Mousseau](https://www.startupcan.ca/pow-wow-pitch-podcast-e11-patrice-mousseau/): “It’s about the power of community that we have Indigenous culture; that’s the foundation.” Patrice Mousseau is the creator of Satya Organics, a skincare company that delivers organic products for those sensitive skin conditions. Patrice shares her journey of starting up Satya Organics and scaling it to more than 900 retailers across Canada and her
- [2021 RevolutionHER™ Awards Celebrates Female Entrepreneurial Talent Across North America](https://www.startupcan.ca/2021-revolutionher-awards-celebrates-female-entrepreneurial-talent-across-north-america/): OTTAWA, ON – The winners of the 2021 RevolutionHER™ Awards were announced in favour of Ottawa’s Kayla Isabelle (CEO at Startup Canada), who has been crowned one of North America’s most distinguished impact leaders. Kayla Isabelle was awarded the 2021 RevolutionHER™ Impact Award in Leadership at this year's three-day virtual RevolutionHER™ Summit and Awards show,
- [Startup Canada Welcomes Mandy Potter and Jamie Savage to Board of Directors](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-welcomes-mandy-potter-and-jamie-savage-to-board-of-directors/): OTTAWA, ON – October 5, 2021 – The Board of Directors, and Executive team of Startup Canada warmly welcomes Mandy Potter and Jamie Savage as new Board-appointed members. Both Mandy and Jamie bring an abundance of entrepreneurial experience to their new role as a Startup Canada Board member, while providing fresh and new perspectives and
- [How You Can Take Action on National Day of Truth and Reconciliation](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-you-can-take-action-on-national-day-of-truth-and-reconciliation/): Starting 2021, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation will be observed annually on September 30. We believe that reconciliation is an on-going effort forever to recognize the history of residential schools and honour the importance of supporting Indigenous communities. Here at Startup Canada, our office will be closed every September 30 to allow our
- [Pow Wow Pitch Podcast E10 - Collaborate, Don’t Compete with Lynn-Marie Angus](https://www.startupcan.ca/pow-wow-pitch-podcast-e10-lynn-marie-angus/): "It's about reconciliation within ourselves, as the true and original entrepreneurs of Turtle Island. This is a take-back of our financial sovereignty." Lynn-Marie Angus and her sister, who come from the Gitxaala, Nisga'a, Metis, and Cree Nations, started Sister’s Sage to become their own bosses and create a safe work environment that promotes wellness culture.
- [#StartupChats Recap - Goals and Plans: Keeping Your Entrepreneurial Spirits Thriving](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-goals-and-plans-keeping-your-entrepreneurial-spirits-thriving/): On Wednesday, September 15th, we were joined by three great experts to talk about Goals and Plans: Keeping Your Entrepreneurial Spirits Thriving. We were joined by; Kara Morgan, Founder, Lead Innovator, Efficiency Advisor at PlanIt! Efficiency Solutions Nicola Jones-Crossley, Business Development Manager for BC at Futurpreneur Nancy Beth Guptill , Community Leader at Startup PEI
- [2021 Startup Global Pitch Competition Semi-Finalists: Thinking Big, Thinking Global](https://www.startupcan.ca/2021-startup-global-pitch-competition-semi-finalists-thinking-big-thinking-global/): Today, we're excited to announce and introduce our 2021 Startup Global Pitch Competition semi-finalists! Startup Global, previously known as the Canadian Export Challenge, connects entrepreneurs who want to build globally-competitive businesses with a network of support, resources, and partners dedicated to their success. As part of Startup Global, our Startup Global Pitch Competition gives founders the
- [2021 Startup Global Pitch Competition Finalists: Taking on the Global Stage](https://www.startupcan.ca/2021-startup-global-pitch-competition-finalists-taking-on-the-global-stage/): Today, we're delighted to announce our 2021 Startup Global Pitch Competition finalists! Startup Global, previously known as the Canadian Export Challenge, connects entrepreneurs who want to build globally-competitive businesses with a network of support, resources, and partners dedicated to their success. As part of Startup Global, our Startup Global Pitch Competition gives founders the chance to
- [Growing Businesses Internationally Beyond Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/growing-businesses-internationally-beyond-canada/): Our world is becoming increasingly more integrated and connected together. It's more important now than ever for businesses to establish a global presence. Today, the Centre for Global Enterprise and Startup Canada are proud to announce a new partnership designed to equip businesses to successfully engage with the global economy outside of Canada's borders. Receive
- [Rural Women Podcast E03 - Ask For Help with Terrena Rizzoli](https://www.startupcan.ca/rural-women-podcast-terrena-rizzoli/): This year Terrena Rizzoli celebrates 10 years as an accomplished business owner and denturist at Rizzoli Denture and Implant clinic. Not bad for someone who says she was an ‘okay’ student and that she felt she had to work much harder than most to get the grades needed for the denturist program. But now it’s
- [Rural Women Podcast E02 - Don't Give Up with Shivani Dhamija](https://www.startupcan.ca/rural-women-podcast-shivani-dhamija/): Shivani Dhamija moved to rural Nova Scotia to be with her partner. Armed with a degree in Public Relations from Fanshawe College, she was shocked when she couldn’t find a job. She was very determined though and took jobs where she could. One of those jobs was at the Canada Games Centre and when a
- [Rural Women Podcast E01 - Changing the Story with Tina Sheridan](https://www.startupcan.ca/rural-women-podcast-tina-sheridan/): As the daughter of a Residential School survivor and a Sixties Scoop survivor herself, Tina Sheridan didn’t want to become another statistic and she wanted to leave a different legacy for her own family. At the age of 33, she got her high school diploma and turned her side-gig catering jobs into a mining camp
- [Pow Wow Pitch Podcast E09 - Your Heart Holds the Answers with Leigh Joseph](https://www.startupcan.ca/pow-wow-pitch-podcast-e09-leigh-joseph/): “It’s about more than starting a business. It’s about healing intergenerational trauma, reclaiming your space, and grounding it in an Indigenous way.” Leigh Joseph is an ethnobotanist and the Founder of Sḵwálwen Botanicals from the Squamish First Nation. Leigh brings together Indigenous science and self-care rituals to create skincare experiences grounded in the natural world.
- [#StartupChats Recap - Inclusion and Diversity for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-inclusion-and-diversity-for-startups/): On Wednesday, September 8th, we were joined by three great experts to talk about Inclusion and Diversity for Startups We were joined by; Dolma Tsundu, Founder of Flutter Care Inc Travis Richards, Founder and Social Media Specialist at Travis Richards Office Maddie Stiles, Digital Production at Startup Canada Are diversity and inclusion the same thing?
- [Fresh Face, Same Place](https://www.startupcan.ca/fresh-face-same-place/): We’re looking a little different, aren’t we? Don’t worry. We might’ve spruced up, but we’re still a group of passionate individuals working behind-the-scenes to ensure that we’re connecting you with the right resources, opportunities, and community that you need. Why here and why now? We know that change is hard, but sometimes it’s necessary.
- [10 Things Every Entrepreneur Should Know Before Exporting](https://www.startupcan.ca/10-things-to-consider-on-how-to-export-as-an-entrepreneur/): So you’ve identified a new international target market, what’s next? Going global is one of the most common methods of scaling up your business and comes in many forms. For example, creating strategic partnerships, accessing new markets, or exporting. We’ve found that many entrepreneurs struggle in finding the first step to going global (we know
- [Celebrating Pride Month in Canada: Inclusivity for all](https://www.startupcan.ca/celebrating-pride-month-in-canada-inclusivity-for-all/): Unfortunately, in-person gatherings and celebrations aren’t possible due to the lockdown in Canada, but that doesn’t mean we can’t still celebrate Pride Month together. Thanks to the digital ecosystem, we can host and enjoy wonderful events virtually from anywhere, anytime, any day. With that being said, we have compiled a list of organizations all across
- [8 Facts You Didn't Know About Canada's Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/8-facts-you-didnt-know-about-canadas-entrepreneurs/): Canada is brimming with entrepreneurial talent. What better way to assess Canada's success than seeing how we stack up? We've put together a list of the latest statistics on entrepreneurs in Canada to provide a quick snapshot of the Canadian entrepreneurial landscape. How do we stack up against the world? Taken from the Global
- [Empowering Mothers Through Entrepreneurship with Anna Sinclair](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-women-anna-sinclair/): Long gone is the idea that women can’t be good mothers while also being career-driven. Anna Sinclair, Founder and CEO of Total Mom Inc., is leading the way and empowering women and moms through entrepreneurship. Business transformation fuels Anna’s fire! Her full-service firm Sinclair Creative Agency supports celebrity clients and brands of all sizes through
- [The Pandemic Podium: Speaking Up for Women Entrepreneurs with Michael Wood](https://www.startupcan.ca/the-pandemic-podium-speaking-up-for-women-entrepreneurs-with-michael-wood/): Michael Wood has become the face and voice of small businesses throughout Ontario. After the government-regulated shutdowns in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020, Michael watched the gross sales of his event rental company decline by ninety-seven percent compared to the previous year, resulting in losses of more than three million ($3,000,000.00)
- [Inclusion & Community: Just How Nona Used to Make It with Kailey Gilchrist - June 3, 2021](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-women-podcast-kailey-gilchrist/): Creating a support system within your community makes it easier to take on new challenges. Kailey Gilchrist, CEO of NONA Vegan Foods, discusses preserving familial memories through food, and creating spaces for marginalized entrepreneurs. Kailey developed a passion for cooking plant-based meals after spending countless hours with her late mother in the kitchen. She spent
- [LGBTQ2+ Entrepreneurs: Leaders in Innovation with Connie Stacey](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-podcast-connie-stacey/): The LGBTQ2+ entrepreneurial community is full of innovation and is propelling the national economy forward. Connie Stacey, President and Founder of Growing Greener Innovations, is revolutionizing environmental sustainability and advocating against energy poverty. Holding a BA from the University of Alberta and with 20 years of experience in the IT and computer programming sectors, Connie
- [Pow Wow Pitch Podcast E08 - Let It Unfold with Kayoki Whiteduck](https://www.startupcan.ca/pow-wow-pitch-podcast-e08-kayoki-whiteduck/): "You have to embrace failure as part of your business journey." Kayoki Whiteduck is a herb farmer, herbalist, environmentalist, founder of Mitigomin Agriculture and Algonquin from Kitigan Zibi. Kayoki shares his journey from planting his first seeds and selling his first harvest of chocolate mint tea at local farmer's markets in glass jars to expanding
- [#StartupChats Recap - How to Master Your Pitch](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-how-to-master-your-pitch/): On Wednesday, August 25th, we were joined by four great experts to talk about Mastering Your Pitch as we prepare for #StartupGlobal. We were joined by; Melloney Campbell, Leader of Startup Peel Shaun Pingitore, Director of Strategy, Atlas Marketing Megan Leslie, CEO of NanoTess Cydney Mar, Product Development Strategist Why is it important to pitch
- [#StartupChats Recap - How to Weatherproof Your Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-how-to-weatherproof-your-business/): On Wednesday, August 18th, we were joined by an incredible lineup of Certified International Trade Professionals and experts to talk all about global growth and how to weatherproof your business, in partnership with FITT. Daniel Lewis, Author, and International Speaker, CITP Lora Rigutto, Loyalty and Engagement Manager, FITT, CITP Craig Atkinson, Founder and Director, Lexmerca
- [Pow Wow Pitch Podcast E07 - Feed Your Heart with Anna Cote](https://www.startupcan.ca/pow-wow-pitch-podcast-e07-anna-cote/): “Take small steps, consistently every day, and you will get to where you want to go.” Anna Cote is Anishnabeg of Kitigan Zibi and the Founder of Birch Bite, a popular restaurant that prepares traditionally harvested foods with respect and a focus on good health. Anna shares her steps from preparing and delivering meals to
- [#StartupChats Recap - Building Strong Online Businesses](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-building-strong-online-businesses/): On Wednesday, August 4th during #StartupChats, we talked about Building Strong Online Businesses with Mastercard Canada. We were joined by three online store savvy experts; Nunzio Presta, CEO of BuyAndSellABusiness.com Lyndon Johnson, Founder of COMMS.Bar Naina Kansal, Entrepreneur Success Manager We began by talking about the importance of an online presence; A1 - Aside from
- [Pow Wow Pitch Podcast E06 - Heal Through Business with Jennifer Harper](https://www.startupcan.ca/pow-wow-pitch-podcast-e06-jennifer-harper/): “You can heal your traumas and loss through your business, and once we heal ourselves, we can heal others.” Anishnaabe entrepreneur Jennifer Harper, Founder and CEO of Cheekbone Beauty, shares how she started and scaled Cheekbone Beauty, the lessons learned along the way, and her vision for creating the world’s most sustainable beauty business that
- [A Superfood Business: Melting Innovation and Impact with Dominic Dubé & Claudia Poulin](https://www.startupcan.ca/a-superfood-business-melting-innovation-and-impact-with-dominic-dube-claudia-poulin/): What started off as a kitchen-based business and eventually went on to impress business tycoons on Dragon’s Den, is now a top North American nutrition brand spearheaded by two young entrepreneurs promoting health, nutrition, and self-care, with 300% growth year-over-year. Both Claudia and Dominic have changed the way healthy eating is perceived. They developed frozen
- [Covering the Spectrum: Fashion, Technology & Health with Adrien Beyk](https://www.startupcan.ca/covering-the-spectrum-fashion-technology-health-with-adrien-beyk/): Adrien Beyk is founder and CEO of Quanta Vici, a Toronto based Smart Wearable tech startup that recently launched the world's first Smart Heated Gloves and Socks. Adrien launched his very first product at the age of 15, a full image editing software suite that got a few million downloads back in the day, known
- [Pow Wow Pitch Podcast E05 - Vision Board your impact with Mark Marsolais-Nahwegahb](https://www.startupcan.ca/pow-wow-pitch-podcast-e05-mark-marsolais-nahwegahb/): “I use a dream board. Scratch it in writing, set goals and regularly visualize.” Ojibwe Birch Bark Coffee Founder Mark Marsolais-Nahwegahb shares how he addresses water security through coffee. Mark reflects on reclamation, business reconciliation, sovereignty, building a purpose-driven business, and how to harness focus to move mountains. Join #PowWowPitch Podcast host Sunshine Tenasco in
- [Doing Entrepreneurship Well with Elizabeth Audette-Bourdeau](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-women-elizabeth-audette-bourdeau/): Where there is a problem, entrepreneurs find a solution. Elizabeth Audette-Bourdeau, CEO and Co-Founder of Welbi knew the lifestyle and wellness of those in retirement homes and communities could be improved, so that’s what she did. Elizabeth started her first business at 17 years old and as of today has founded 3 businesses. Her first
- [Building a Culture of Commitment with Donald Cooper](https://www.startupcan.ca/startuppodcast-donald-cooper/): Donald Cooper is a public speaker and a long-time entrepreneur who holds 7 Awards of Excellence for marketing, service and business. Donald believes that commitment is the key to entrepreneurship. Donald started his business career at the age of 6, sweeping the floor in the family business for 5 cents a day. He earned an
- [Advocating for Maternal Health Through Tech with Julia Slanina](https://www.startupcan.ca/advocating-for-maternal-health-through-tech-with-julia-slanina/): Maternal health and advocacy for mothers is crucial to the pregnancy process. Julia Slanina, CEO of Treehouse Medical is revolutionizing women’s health with technology and raising awareness amongst the maternal health community. Julia Slanina is the CEO of Treehouse Medical, Canada’s first and only care management software specifically designed for the maternal health community. They
- [Expression and Empowerment Through Jewelry with Rachel Mielke](https://www.startupcan.ca/expression-and-empowerment-through-jewelry-with-rachel-mielke/): Great jewelry is much more than gems and metals. Rachel Mielke, Founder & CEO of Hillberg & Berk, is making sure to empower women while building a maximalist brand that sparkles. Rachel always had ambitions of starting her own company. After a trip to Banff when she was 23, she decided to make this happen.
- [Athlete Recovery & Prioritizing Wellness with Rachael Rapinoe](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-podcast-rachael-rapinoe/): An athlete's recovery journey can be grueling and difficult. Rachael Rapinoe, Co-Founder & CEO of Mendi is destigmatizing cannabis use in the sports industry and prioritizing wellness. Rachael is the winner of the NCAA national championship with the University of Portland in 2005. She played pro soccer in Europe in 2010, and eventually retired to
- [Pow Wow Pitch Podcast E04 - It's OK to think bigger with Nicole McLaren](https://www.startupcan.ca/pow-wow-pitch-podcast-e04-its-ok-to-think-bigger-with-nicole-mclaren/): “Before jumping in, do your market research and speak to similar businesses to learn the lessons they learned.” Join host Sunshine Tenasco in conversation with award-winning Founder of Raven Reads, Nicole McLaren.
- [#StartupChats Recap - Growing and Protecting Your Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-growing-and-protecting-your-business/): On Wednesday, June 23 during #StartupChats, we talked about Growing and Protecting Your Business with Mastercard Canada. We were joined by three online store savvy experts; Kayla Isabelle, CEO of Startup Canada Cydney Mar, Product Development Strategists Naina Kansal, Entrepreneur Success Manager We kicked off the chat by identifying why protecting your business is necessary;
- [Intergenerational Healing through Entrepreneurship with Jad Jaber - June 21 2021](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup_canada_podcast_jab_jaber/): In this week’s episode of the #StartupCanadaPodcast, sponsored by Mastercard, Jad shares why resources and healing go hand in hand for the emotional and social health of marginalized LGBTQ+ folks and how he is working to improve this issue through his non-for-profit work at The Marginalized Majority.
- [Pow Wow Pitch Podcast E03 - Always Seek Truth with Deanne Hupfield](https://www.startupcan.ca/pow-wow-pitch-podcast-e03-always-seek-truth-with-deanne-hupfield/): “I wanted to make my regalia-making course online, so I could reach more people and spend more time with my family. I mail people patterns and supplies, and they learn how to make regalia through my Youtube videos.” Join #PowWowPitch Podcast host Sunshine Tenasco in conversation with educator, designer and dancer Deanne Hupfield.
- [Representation: Building a Better Future with Arlan Hamilton - June 17, 2021](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-women-podcast-arlan-hamilton/): Through empowerment and dedication, Arlan Hamilton, Founder and Managing Partner of Backstage Capital, is transforming the venture capital industry by investing in underrepresented founders. Arlan Hamilton is the Founder and Managing Partner of Backstage Capital, a venture capital firm dedicated to minimizing funding disparities in tech by investing in high-potential founders who are people of
- [Transforming Workplaces: Gender Inclusion with Kai Scott - June 15, 2021](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup_canada_podcast_kai_scott/): Striving for a workplace that celebrates diversity and inclusion is crucial for trans individuals to feel safe and respected. Kai Scott, President and Gender Strategist at TransFocus Consulting, is transforming the discussion about gender inclusion in the workplace. Mr. Scott is a social scientist who has devoted his 15-year career to solving complex social issues,
- [#StartupChats Recap - Ins and Outs of Starting Up](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-ins-and-outs-of-starting-up/): On Wednesday, June 9 during #StartupChats, we talked about The Ins and Outs of Starting Up with Scotiabank. We were joined by three incredible entrepreneurs; Karla Briones, Karla Briones Consulting Philip Passadetti, Revolve Technologies Nancy Beth Guptil, Startup PEI First, we talked about evaluating your idea; There are many ways to test the validity of
- [Pow Wow Pitch Podcast E02 - Live your courage with Carol Anne Hilton Campbell](https://www.startupcan.ca/pow-wow-pitch-podcast-e02-live-your-courage-with-carol-anne-hilton-campbell/): “Live your courage." In this inspiring interview, Indigenomics Institute founder and author Carol Anne Hilton shares how the hashtag #Indigenomics snowballed into a movement, what it takes to lead systems change, and lessons in healing, self-reflection and self-awareness.
- [Pow Wow Pitch Podcast E01 - Be Unapologetically You with Tenille K. Campbell](https://www.startupcan.ca/pow-wow-pitch-podcast-e01-be-unapologetically-you-with-tenille-k-campbell/): “I represent so much. That’s the cornerstone of Indigenous business. We don’t stand alone.” In this hilarious, touching and unfiltered conversation, Indigenous erotica author, poet and photographer Tenille K. Campbell from English River First Nation in Northern Saskatchewan shares her perspectives on making money, sexuality, Indigeneity, community, failure and healing.
- [Investing in the LGBTQ2+ Community with Maude Pariseau - June 10, 2021](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-women-podcast-maude-pariseau/): Diversity in entrepreneurship breeds innovation, creativity, and empowers the next generation of business leaders. Maude Pariseau, Director of Procurement at BDC, is helping to create fair and equitable opportunities for underrepresented communities in the entrepreneurial ecosystem. Maude has been Director, Procurement at BDC since 2016, where she is responsible for the organization's procurement and supplier
- [Creating Long Lasting Visibility for LGBTQ2+ Communities with Florence Gagnon & Sandeep Nair - June 8, 2021](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-podcast-florence-gagnon-sandeep-nair/): LGBTQ2+ representation in entrepreneurial and media spaces is vital - allowing individuals to feel seen and understood in meaningful ways. Sandeep Nair, Manager of Business Operations at Pride at Work Canada and Florence Gagnon, Programming Assistant at Pride at Work Canada and Founder at lstw Magazine, discuss intersectionality and promoting long-lasting representation for LGBTQ2+ communities.
- [#StartupChats Recap - The Must Knows of Selling Online](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-the-must-knows-of-selling-online/): On Wednesday, June 2 during #StartupChats, we talked about The Must-Knows of Selling Online with Mastercard Canada. We were joined by three online store savvy experts; Andrea Knapp, Founder of Lit Scents Jaymin Luces-Mendes, Founder & Business Director, Toni Marlow Clothing Colin McGuire, Investor & Entrepreneur We began the chat by discussing where entrepreneurs can
- [Startup Canada Launches Startup Global (previously CXC)](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-launches-startup-global/): Ottawa, ON - June 1st, 2021 | Today Startup Canada formally launched their flagship program Startup Global, previously known as the Canadian Export Challenge. Running from June to October of this year, Startup Global is a series of digital pitch competitions, free professional advising, and educational initiatives meant to recognize the importance of exporting to
- [#StartupChats Recap - Starting Up With a Global Mindset](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-global-mindset/): On Wednesday, May 26h during #StartupChats, we talked about Starting Up with a Global Mindset with Scotiabank. We were joined by a great global expert; Annie Cyr, Founder and CEO of Tengiva We talked about getting ready to go global; Many factors come into play here, but I think when you are growing locally
- [#StartupChats Recap - Leveraging Technology for Storytelling](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-leveraging-technology-for-storytelling/): On Wednesday, May 19th during #StartupChats, we talked about Leveraging Technology for Storytelling For You with Scotiabank. We were joined by passionate storytelling experts; Candace Huntly, Founding Partner at SongBird Marketing Stephanie Ciccarelli, Founder of Voices Maddie Stiles, Founder and Producer at Podcast With Maddie So, why do we need storytelling in business? A1:
- [Entrepreneurship: A Lesson in Identity with Patrick Hunter - June 1, 2021](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-podcast-patrick-hunter/): The beauty of art and artistic expression allows us to create deep and meaningful connections with our community, and with ourselves. Patrick Hunter of Patrick Hunter Art & Design shares the importance of honouring your intersecting identities through entrepreneurship and art. Patrick Hunter is a two spirit, Ojibwe, Woodland artist from Red Lake, Ontario. Patrick
- [Farmers as Entrepreneurs with Melanie Harrington - May 27, 2021](https://www.startupcan.ca/melanie-harrington-startup-women-podcast/): On this week’s Startup Women Podcast, we’re joined by Melanie Harrington, CEO & Owner of Dahlia May Flower Farm. Melanie walks us through the digital transition Dahlia May Flower Farm made during the pandemic by leveraging e-commerce, tools like Paypal, and leaning into the natural ability of farmers to deal with the ebbs and flows
- [Pivot, and Pivot Again: Grassroots Scaling with Neetu Godara - May 25, 2021](https://www.startupcan.ca/pivot-and-pivot-again-grassroots-scaling-with-neetu-godara-may-25-2021/): Imagine if you were told that you can drink alcoholic beverages without that feeling of sluggishness, or without compromising a healthy lifestyle? Well, now that has been made possible thanks to SoCIAL LITE VODKA. Co-Founder Neetu Godara is changing the face of social drinking with sugar free, 80 calorie vodka drinks - providing a guilt
- [Investing in Your Personal Growth with Nicky Billou - May 1 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march62018-2-2-2-2-2-3/): Listen as host Rivers Corbett talks to Nicky Billou about empowering those around him to invest in themselves and become their most successful selves on the #StartupPodcast.
- [How to Feel Fulfilled While Starting Up with Cortney McDermott - May 15 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march62018-2-2-2-2-2-3-3/): After experiencing dissatisfaction in her life and career, Cortney climbed out from her personal rock bottom to create a world in which the success people saw on the outside was the same as the success she felt inside. In 2017, Cortney published her book, Change Starts Within You, a memoir on self-awareness, self-reflection and an
- [Navigating Government as an Entrepreneur with Ailish Campbell - May 22 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march62018-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2/): Ailish Campbell’s seasoned history in the public service is the foundation for her ability to create long lasting impact in policy. Ailish is the driving force behind exporting, investing and partnership developments for entrepreneurs in Canada. “I think it is our job to help entrepreneurs navigate government. Our trade commissioners know the entire ecosystem and
- [Private & Public Entrepreneurship With Mayor Jeff Lehman - May 29 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march62018-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2/): Canada’s most spectacular and memorable urban areas are thoughtfully planned out by teams of bright innovators. For the best results, Mayor Jeff Lehman knows urban economies flourish when collaborating public and private entrepreneurship. “Government has to embrace the idea that we can work with the startup community and even embed them in what we do.” Jeff
- [The Embassy of Israel Partners with Startup Canada to Run Jerusalem’s StartJLM Competition in Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/embassy-israel-partners-startup-canada-run-jerusalems-startjlm-competition-canada/): September 6, 2017 | Startup Canada and the Embassy of Israel are excited to begin their search for a young Canadian entrepreneur to send to this year’s StartJLM Conference (#StartJLM) in Jerusalem, Israel, to be held from November 5, 2017 to November 11, 2017. The Canada wide search is one of 30 national competitions to
- [Women-owned businesses receive startup support from Startup Canada, Evolocity Financial Group](https://www.startupcan.ca/women-owned-businesses-receive-startup-support-startup-canada-evolocity-financial-group-2/): September 6, 2017 | Startup Canada announced today their partnership with Evolocity Financial Group to present the Startup Canada Women Founders Fund, which provides micro-grants to women entrepreneurs and women-led companies in Canada to help them start and grow their businesses. The grant is awarded to women entrepreneurs and women-led companies to help support in
- [2017 British Columbia Regional Award Winners Celebrated in Kamloops](https://www.startupcan.ca/2017-british-columbia-regional-award-winners-celebrated-kamloops/): September 15, 2017 | Kamloops | Startup Canada Startup Canada, the national rallying community for Canadian entrepreneurs, today named nine outstanding entrepreneurs, businesses and support organizations from British Columbia as winners of the fourth annual Startup Canada Awards. The winners were announced at a ceremony in Kamloops, BC, attended by leading Canadian investors, innovators and
- [2017 North Regional Award Winners Celebrated in Whitehorse](https://www.startupcan.ca/2017-north-regional-award-winners-celebrated-whitehorse/): September 19, 2017 | Whitehorse | Startup Canada Startup Canada, the national rallying community for Canadian entrepreneurs, today named seven outstanding entrepreneurs, businesses and support organizations from all over Canada’s Northern region as winners of the fourth annual Startup Canada Awards. The winners were announced at a ceremony in Whitehorse, YT, attended by leading Canadian
- [2017 Prairie Regional Award Winners Celebrated in Winnipeg](https://www.startupcan.ca/2017-atlantic-regional-award-winners-celebrated-winnipeg/): September 21, 2017 | Winnipeg | Startup Canada Startup Canada, the national rallying community for Canadian entrepreneurs, today named nine outstanding entrepreneurs, businesses and support organizations from all over Canada’s prairie region as winners of the fourth annual Startup Canada Awards. The winners were announced at a ceremony in Winnipeg, MB, attended by leading Canadian
- [2017 Atlantic Regional Award Winners Celebrated in Fredericton](https://www.startupcan.ca/2017-atlantic-regional-award-winners-celebrated-fredericton/): September 7, 2017 | Fredericton | Startup Canada Startup Canada, the national rallying community for Canadian entrepreneurs, today named 10 outstanding entrepreneurs, businesses and support organizations from all over Canada’s Atlantic region as winners of the fourth annual Startup Canada Awards. The winners were announced at a ceremony in Fredericton, NB, attended by leading Canadian
- [2017 Quebec Regional Award Winners Celebrated in Montreal](https://www.startupcan.ca/2017-quebec-regional-award-winners-celebrated-montreal/): September 12, 2017 | Montreal | Startup Canada Startup Canada, the national rallying community for Canadian entrepreneurs, today named 11 outstanding entrepreneurs, businesses and support organizations from Quebec as winners of the fourth annual Startup Canada Awards. The winners were announced at a ceremony in Montreal, QB, attended by leading Canadian investors, innovators and anchor
- [Adam Chowaniec Memorial Fund for Global Entrepreneurship invests in high-impact initiatives to support inclusive economic growth](https://www.startupcan.ca/12254/): [le français suit] June 9, 2017 - Startup Canada, the national rallying community and voice for Canada’s entrepreneurs, and Export Development Canada announced today the recipients of the 2017 Adam Chowaniec Memorial Fund for Global Entrepreneurship. The Fund invests in high-impact initiatives that advance the prospects of Canada’s globally-oriented, entrepreneur-led companies. “Canadian companies with global
- [2017 Ontario Regional Award Winners Celebrated in Ottawa](https://www.startupcan.ca/2017-ontario-regional-award-winners-celebrated-ottawa/): August 24, 2017 | Ottawa| Startup Canada Startup Canada, the national rallying community for Canadian entrepreneurs, today named ten outstanding entrepreneurs, businesses and support organizations from across Ontario as winners of the fourth annual Startup Canada Awards - Ontario Region. The winners were announced at a ceremony in Ottawa, ON, attended by leading Canadian investors,
- [WOMEN SBOs SEE VALUE IN TECHNOLOGY,  BUT ARE MORE LIKELY TO EXPERIENCE BARRIERS](https://www.startupcan.ca/12184/): New study examines digital gender divide amongst small business owners May 15, 2017 - A report released today by Startup Canada explores challenges and opportunities to address the digital gender divide amongst small business owners (SBOs) in Canada. This report reveals that while women SBOs perceive technology to be key to their success, just 29
- [Startup Canada calls upon industry to invest in Canada’s entrepreneur community](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-calls-upon-industry-invest-canadas-entrepreneur-community/): Bruce Croxon, Ilse Treurnicht, Jeff Cates, and more add voices to Startup Canada Innovation Forum Toronto - May 18, 2017 - Industry executives, high-growth entrepreneurs and government representatives came together in Toronto today at the Startup Canada Innovation Forum to share and spread ideas on the role of industry in supporting the growth of Canada’s startup
- [Startup Canada Women Entrepreneurship Fund invests  in rural business initiatives, investor platforms for women](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-women-entrepreneurship-fund-invests-rural-business-initiatives-investor-platforms-women/): March 8, 2017 | Startup Canada Startup Canada and Dell Canada announced today that nine grassroots entrepreneur initiatives will receive investment from the Startup Canada Women Entrepreneurship Fund, supported by Dell Canada. The announcement was made today during a Startup Canada national broadcast event in celebration of International Women’s Day. “Supporting women entrepreneurs across all
- [Anchor companies invest in the entrepreneurship & innovation community  through 2017 Startup Canada Awards](https://www.startupcan.ca/anchor-companies-invest-in-the-entrepreneurship-innovation-community/): March 21 | Startup Canada Nominations are open for the fourth annual Startup Canada Awards, the hallmark event celebrating outstanding achievement in Canada’s entrepreneurship and innovation community. The 2017 Awards are co-presented by Mastercard and Scotiabank, with the national-level sponsor support of the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) and Opportunities New Brunswick. Individual award
- [6 Ways the 2017 Federal “Innovation” Budget will impact Canada’s entrepreneurship community](https://www.startupcan.ca/6-ways-2017-federal-innovation-budget-will-impact-canadas-entrepreneurship-community/): March 23, 2017 - The Government of Canada is hedging its bets on an innovation economy. The 2017 Budget, released yesterday, includes measures and investments to redefine Canada’s workforce and hints at a stronger future for Canada’s entrepreneurs. It promises steps towards an inclusive innovation economy with a commitment to supporting women in business and
- [Award-winning serial entrepreneur Janice McDonald named Startup Canada’s  2017 Ambassador for Women Entrepreneurship](https://www.startupcan.ca/award-winning-serial-entrepreneur-janice-mcdonald-named-startup-canadas-2017-ambassador-women-entrepreneurship/): March 8, 2017 | Startup Canada Startup Canada, the national rallying community and voice for Canada’s entrepreneurs, today named Janice McDonald its 2017 Ambassador for Women Entrepreneurship. McDonald is the president of The Beacon Agency and founder of This Space Works; is a TEDx speaker and was named Canada’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women for
- [Startup Canada and Mastercard partner to drive economic innovation](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-mastercard-partner-drive-economic-innovation/): Startup Canada and Mastercard partner to drive economic innovation As national partner, Mastercard joins elite group of organizations supporting startup and small business success in Canada Startup Canada | Tuesday, February 28, 2017 Startup Canada, the national rallying community and voice for Canada’s 2.3 million entrepreneurs, today announced Mastercard as a national partner supporting startup
- [Collaborating for Change with Janice McDonald & Marissa McTasney – March 8, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/collaborating-change-janice-mcdonald-marissa-mctasney-march-8-2017/): International Women’s Day celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion worldwide. Championing those working to support women entrepreneurs and business leaders is essential in raising the bar for gender parity. Marissa McTasney, Founder and CEO of MoxieTrades, is passing on the torch to Janice McDonald, Founder of The Beacon Agency to become the new Startup Canada Women’s
- [100 Steps 2 Startup with Dr. Sean Wise – November 7, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/november-14-2017/): Entrepreneurship isn’t a guessing game. Everyday, more resources become available for new business owners, for those looking for funding, and for the seasoned entrepreneurs who are looking to exit. Dr. Sean Wise understands the building blocks required to avoid unnecessary risk and to overcome avoidable failures. “In today’s world, we have moved entrepreneurship from an art
- [Peace through Entrepreneurship with Dr. Izzeldin Abuelaish – November 28, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/june-28-2017/): Entrepreneurship can be a driving vehicle for hope and reconciliation. After experiencing a tragedy no parent or human should face, Dr. Izzeldin Abuelaish turned to entrepreneurship as a way to advocate for peace, while empowering a generation of women and girls. “Businesses can play active roles in the prevention, settlement, transformation and stability of communities…
- [Inclusion & Innovation in SaaS with Meena Sandhu & Meghan Herman – December 5, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/december-5-2017/): On November 29, the Startup Canada Podcast Show attended the SaaS North Scale-up Conference, Canada’s largest SaaS conference to talk to Meena Sandhu, the SaaS North Conference Director and Meghan Herman, the Head of Inclusion and Innovation at Shopify. Meena and Meghan sat down with guest host Rachelle DeSorcy, Digital Program Coordinator at Startup Canada
- [Fighting Corruption & Bribery for Small Business with Justin Taylor – December 12, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/december-12-2017/): Is your business ready to go global? If you’re about to make the leap into foreign markets, it’s essential to understand how to recognize, avoid and plan around corruption and bribery. “When you’re operating in some of these countries you’ll be faced with ethical dilemmas on a day to day basis.” Justin Taylor is the Senior Corporate
- [Exit Strategies at SaaS North with Mark MacLeod – December 19, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/december-19-2017/): After nearly 20 years in the startup scene, Mark MacLeod has witnessed first-hand how Canada’s transforming into a bustling hub of tech and innovation. His experiences in helping founders to fund, grow, and exit their companies, while building mutually-beneficial relationships across borders and oceans has led him to become a notable figure in the startup
- [Starting, Scaling & Exiting with Dan Martell – December 26, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/december-26-2017/): At a young age, Dan Martell learned that if he was going to the play the game, he was going to play it big. From Moncton to San Francisco, Dan’s left an imprint as a wildly successful and award-winning Canadian entrepreneur who’s started, grown, and exited two companies while putting his hometown on the Map. “When
- [Reinventing Day Camps with Jo-Anne Reynolds – October 17, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/october-17-2017/): Simplicity is incredible, especially when you’re a busy parent looking to help your children discover fun activities outside of school. After struggling to find a centralized platform to choose kid-friendly day camps and classes, Jo-Anne Reynolds fixed a market gap with the creation of SpikeBee. “Any kind of business that runs a camp, activity, event, can
- [The Future of Fashion with Peter Simons– October 24, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/october-24-2017/): Like any other age-old industry, fashion retailers must innovate or die. Peter Simons, President of the Quebec-born La Maison Simons is growing his concept shop style department stores to infuse fashion, art, and cutting edge technologies to create an experience parallel to no other store before it. “We are really in a moment of thinking about
- [Championing Diversity with Katrina Carroll-Foster – October 31, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/october-31-2017/): Failure is a right of passage for entrepreneurs. For Katrina Carroll-Foster, the knowledge gained by closing her first business led her to help over 30 startups transition into large corporations. “Once we had those conversations, once we made some decisions, and really looked up: ‘Why did we fail? What do we learn from it?’ Eight years
- [Empowering Millennial Voices with Zainab Muse – November 21, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/november-21-2017/): Millennials are the first generation to have grown up surrounded by digital information. To have access to an unending source of content, opinions, and ideas can be both a blessing and a curse. That’s why Zainab Muse, Co-Founder of Wingd, an award-winning digital media agency is working to align the digital age with the values
- [Curating Authenticity with Carlo Colacci  – November 14, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/november-7-2017/): Not every business can make it big on Toronto’s Queen Street West. Co-Founder and President of Drake General Store, Carlo Colacci knew it’d take purposeful collections of hand-curated treasures to attract people of all ages. “Our key demographic is everyone. We’re trying to appeal to the young, to the old, to the family, and everyone in
- [Capital Ideas with Anne Whelan – October 10, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/october-10-2017/): Did you set up shop when days became warmer and you knew the demand would rise for thirst-quenching juice? That may have been the first time your inner-entrepreneur appeared. “I was always the kid with the lemonade stand.” Anne Whelan is the CEO of Seafair Capital Inc. Based out of Newfoundland, Anne’s journey as a
- [The Networking Guide with Taylor Shold – September 12, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/september-12-2017/): It’s not what you know, it’s who you know. That’s why making meaningful and targeted connections can take your business to the next level. Founder of SholdMediaGroup.com, Taylor Shold, is connecting those in the media industry with the right people, at the right time. “Networking is the #1 thing to do to get your name and
- [The Future of Festivals with Sarah St. Jules and Shelby Walsh – September 19, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/september-19-2017/): From creating prototypes for NASA to facilitating workshops that provide top brands with innovative ideas, Sarah St. Jules and Shelby Walsh from Trend Hunter are always ready to take a leap of faith. “Even if something seems outside of your comfort zone, that’s actually where the best ideas come from.” Sarah is the head of Trend
- [Hatching Dragons: Investing in Canadian Startups with Nicole Verkindt – September 26, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/september-26-2017/): It’s no surprise founders can attribute some of their success to their network of colleagues and friends. Nicole Verkindt knows that if you want to become the best you can be, who you engage with can make all the difference.“The five closest people who you hang around with have a huge influence.” Nicole Verkindt is
- [The Face of Canadian Pop Culture with George Stroumboulopoulos – October 3, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/october-3-2017/): Leading the Canadian music scene for over two decades is George Stroumboulopoulos, a Toronto-born pop culture legend who’s shared stories and experiences with the world’s best in sound and entertainment. Not everyone can make it to where George has, but those who do follow his sage advice:“I’m a big believer in ‘just go for it’. George
- [Breaking Barriers with Technovation with Anar Simpson– August 8, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/august-8-2017/): Empowering women and girls across the world is proven to make communities and industry thrive. As the Special advisor on Women, Girls, and Technology at Mozilla and the Global Ambassador for Technovation, Anar Simpson is supporting a generation of innovators with paramount leadership. “That sense of purpose is what is worth pursuing.” Anar’s leadership has
- [Startup Canada Podcast E99 - The 180° of Accounting: Fintech in Gastown with Catherine Dahl – August 15, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/august-15-2017/): Whether you’re running a logistics startup or breaking ground in healthcare wearables, founders need to encourage problem solving, risk taking, innovation and employee satisfaction. That’s why Catherine Dahl, Co-Founder and CEO of Beanworks strives to create a healthy company where employees are driven to succeed. “Culture eats strategy every time. If you don’t have a healthy
- [Building North American Retail Empires with David Segal – August 22, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/august-22-2017/): When your employees are happy, business does better. For David Segal, knowing how to hire and creating the right environment for employees was just as close to his heart as the products he’s delivering to the world. “The number one most important thing in business is culture and hiring. David is a serial entrepreneur and Co-Founder
- [Legal Literacy for Entrepreneurs – August 29, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/august-29-2017/): As children, we’re taught to treat others how we want to be treated. This life lesson follows you into adulthood, where we learn that it’s even more important not to burn bridges. That’s why Malcolm MacKillop strives to build relationships that last a lifetime. “Everybody you meet on this planet is somebody that may be willing
- [Visceral Vanguards & World Class Strategy with Stephen Lund– September 5, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/september-5-2017/): New Brunswick is transforming into a hub for business, tech, and profit as this Maritime province is embracing the potential of entrepreneurship. Stephen Lund, CEO and Deputy Minister of Opportunities New Brunswick (ONB) is at the forefront of building a new Atlantic Canada. “I’ve been around the world and seen many companies, and I think we
- [The Disciplines of Digital Leadership with Doyle Buehler – August 1, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/august-1-2017/): Only half of the businesses that make it to market survive after their fifth year. That’s why Doyle Buehler is making it easier for startups to succeed by creating world-class digital strategies that help companies go from bust to boom. “Out of those businesses that were failing, 80% were not online.” A Calgary native, Doyle relocated to
- [Caveman Coders & Saskatchewan Unicorns with Ryley Iverson – June 27, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/june-27-2017/): Townfolio CEO Ryley Iverson knows it takes commitment, dedication, ambition, and a wonderfully supportive team to build a solid foundation for success. And, not to mention, personality. “We’re a 500 dollar startup ‘cause I’m kind of the crazy-idea-business mind, Davey is this ‘Unicorn’, and Craig, we call him the Caveman Coder." Ryley is the Co-Founder of Townfolio,
- [Atlantic Canada’s Beer-Preneurs with Mitch Cobb – July 4, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/july-4-2017/): Entrepreneurship is about learning, growing, and evolving, and this is proven with Mitch Cobb, the Co-Founder and CEO of Upstreet Craft Brewing. Located in beautiful P.E.I, Upstreet is a brewery that is rising to the top in Atlantic Canada.“When I decided I was going to start a business, I had no experience; I just went
- [The Story of a Small Town Startup with Martha Nelson– July 11, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/july-11-2017/): A visionary from Australia and now an entrepreneur of Port Rexton, Newfoundland, Martha Nelson brings together small businesses and the beauty of the island with her wonderful creation: the Skerwink Hostel. “It was already a tourism hot spot… but the tourism was very focused to a kind of an older retiree American market. And my sisters
- [Matching Talent & Building Dream Teams with Sammy Davis– July 18, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/july-18-2017/): Collaboration between business and talent has hit a whole new level thanks to Sammy Davis, the CRO and Founder of The Well – Creative Consultants Inc., a platform which has matched hundreds of businesses and specialized talents through his leadership. “It’s not creating its own need, it’s addressing one that’s already there.”After procuring experience as
- [The Power Of Authenticity With Jill Earthy– July 25, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/july-25-2017/): Having built and sold two companies, Frontline Staff Inc. and the Momcafé Network Inc, Jill Earthly is paving the way for women entrepreneurs and delivering insightful advice for those in business.“Diversity is essential, and when I say diversity I think of diversity of thought, of perspectives, and that includes gender, cultures, & previous experiences.” Jill is
- [Verifying Global Identities with Stephen Ufford – May 30, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/may-30-2017/): Inequalities felt in developing nations aren’t always visible. With an estimated 2.5 billion people with unbanked identities, the creation of a digital footprint can make a world of difference for those without traditional documentation. Stephen Ufford knew his next venture would address the identity verification issues faced by over a quarter of the global population.
- [Pay as You Grow PR Strategies for Startups with Lyndon Johnson – June 6, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/june-6-2017/): Scared of saying the wrong thing, resulting in unwanted spotlight from an unintentional blunder? The chances of showing up on the trend list on Twitter are lower than you think. PR specialist Lyndon Johnson warns entrepreneurs about being too risk averse, and the real damages done by acting without caution. “Blunders are strange. People think
- [Radical Generosity & Investing in Women Entrepreneurs - June 13, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/june-13-2017/): Entrepreneurs share a common desire to change the world for the better. Change agent and women entrepreneurship advocate, Vicki Saunders, Founded SheEO World with the intention of doing just that. “In this one very special life you have, how are you using your leadership to create a better world?” Vicki is an award-winning mentor, advisor,
- [Canada’s AI Pioneer with Eli Fathi – May 23, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/may-23-2017/): Eli Fathi is the CEO of MindBridge Ai - a company that uses advanced solutions based human-centric AI, machine learning and big data to provide to help identify and eliminate financial crimes. “I was bitten by the bug of entrepreneurship. Because you care, you are going to work that much harder to make sure you
- [Accessing Entrepreneurship with Maayan Ziv – May 2, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/may-2-2017/): Overcoming adversity is not for the faint of heart. Maayan Ziv, Founder of AccessNow, an app that finds and rates accessible restaurants, stores, hotels, and more worldwide, is working tirelessly to bring accessibility to the forefront of everyone’s minds. “The idea is to actually build an inclusive community where we can all relate to what
- [Leveraging Networks for Global Innovation with Michael Cayley – May 9, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/may-9-2017/): Michael Cayley wants startups to thrive everywhere. That’s why he started up Cdling Capital Services Inc, a platform that helps build trust across startup communities. “This all comes from a great passion of being engaged in the world. With a little persistence and ingenuity, we can make a difference.” Michael has worked with hundreds of
- [The Entrepreneur’s Mojo with Ashkan Karbasfrooshan – May 16, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/may-16-2017/): As the new millennium rolled in over 17 years ago, digital technology only grew, giving entrepreneurs the opportunity to start and grow their business and online legacy. By using traditional business development techniques and a future-forward use of the Internet, Ashkan Karbasfrooshan grew a digital empire. “I think the Internet allows you to think that you
- [The Entrepreneur Matchmaker with John Rampton – June 20, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/june-20-2017/): The difference between successful entrepreneurs and those with 1000 great ideas boils down to one factor: execution. That’s why instead of thinking about being the #2 top online influencer in the world, John Rampton put pen to paper and made it happen. “When becoming an entrepreneur, the first step is to just get started.” John
- [Disrupting Age-Old Industries with Eric Apps – April 4, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/disrupting-age-old-industries-eric-apps-april-4-2017/): What does it take to disrupt an industry? This is a common question asked by entrepreneurs looking to power the next tsunami of change. Eric Apps is making waves in the field of law by using his experiences as an entrepreneur to innovate. “As an entrepreneur, disrupting an industry doesn’t mean getting into a fight
- [Generation Empowered with Kelly Lovell – April 11, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/generation-empowered-kelly-lovell-april-11-2017/): 14-time award-winning thought leader, two time TEDx Speaker and CEO to Lovell Corporation, Kelly Lovell is a youth motivator working to connect youth entrepreneurs to communities and businesses on the global stage. “If you want to make a change there is no better way to do so than doing it yourself. And with time, the
- [Brewing Impact Through B-Corp Beer with Steve Beauchesne – April 18, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/april-18-2017/): The greatest ideas are often those written on napkins, coming into fruition over the course of a night with a seemingly endless supply of cold beer. The idea of Beau’s All Natural Brewing is no different. “I stopped and thought for a minute and said, ‘well if you’re serious, Dad, I will sell my house
- [Rocket to Entrepreneurship with Michael Sacca – April 25, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/april-25-2017/): Serial entrepreneur Michael Sacca is all about making sure freelancers reach their maximum potential. When he is not interviewing with successful startup founders, he is helping them scale by offering innovative freelance solutions. “We are able to bring quality work to people, we are able to keep them busy, and we also able to treat them
- [Awakening the Entrepreneur Within with Andrea Palmer – March 7, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/awakening-entrepreneur-within-andrea-palmer-march-7-2017/): Pivoting and iterating is a crucial process when starting up. By talking to people, researching and developing a service or product, what your original idea may have been can be something completely different then when you launch. As she worked to create Awake Labs, Andrea Palmer found which niche was right for her. “The more people
- [Starting a New Life as an Entrepreneur with Paul Stevenson – March 14, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/march-14-2017/): Some may find comfort in the traditional day job where you receive a faithful pay-cheque twice per month, but for Paul Stevenson, the repetition and unending routine left him feeling numb. “I have to do something more for myself, that will make me happy and that will transcend into my children and the people around me.” Paul
- [eCommerce Craft Coffee with Suneal Pabari – March 28, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/ecommerce-craft-coffee-suneal-pabari-march-28-2017/): Entrepreneurs run on coffee. To get through the long hours and countless client meetings, fresh and readily available roasts need to be purchased at the click of a button. Suneal Pabari, Founder of the Roasters Pack, “There’s so much going on with coffee, we wanted to show the depth of what’s there. We wanted to
- [Preventing Business Fraud Before it Hits with Rick Rennie – March 21, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/preventing-business-fraud-hits-rick-rennie-march-21-2017/): Whether you’re an early-stage startup or in the growing phases, fraud can hit when you least expect it. It can span across your business and can ruin your finances, reputation, and leave your startup out to dry. Fraud prevention guru Rick Rennie uses his expertise to warn startups about what can happen without the right
- [Chic Entrepreneurship with Kylie Toh – February 21, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/chic-entrepreneurship-kylie-toh-february-21-2017/): Kylie Toh is an incendiary social entrepreneur igniting the Calgary tech, social entrepreneurship, and women-in-business community. Coming from a background of communications, Kylie was exposed to the energy of entrepreneurship. Since then, she’s transformed her career into one of giving back. “I’ve always come to it from a place of just absolute curiosity. I kind
- [People to People with Chris Kowalewski & Rob Hyrkiel – February 28, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/people-people-chris-kowalewski-rob-hyrkiel-february-28-2017/): Sometimes startups get stuck in the weeds with strategies, plans, and everyday operations. Chris Kowalewski of Fulton Inbound Marketing knows what every entrepreneur needs to remember what makes startups successful. “There is no B2B, no B2C, only P2P: people to people.” After ditching their 9-5 jobs to travel across Canada, Chris Kowalewski and Rob Hyrkiel
- [The Key to Entrepreneurship with Edwin Frondozo – February 14, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/key-entrepreneurship-edwin-frondozo-february-14-2017/): Entrepreneurs are always looking to improve to become the best they can be. This ideology often translates into their work, and into their business. Edwin Frondozo, Co-Founder and CMO of Slingshot VoIP, knows what it takes to be the best and incorporates this skill into his business, his hobbies, and his life. “Communication is the
- [Reconciliation Through Indigenous Social Innovation with Shyra Barberstock – February 7, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/reconciliation-indigenous-social-innovation-shyra-barberstock-february-7-2017/): Shyra Barberstock is the Founder, CEO, and President of Okwaho International Inc., a global Indigenous communications and consulting firm. She is also the co-founder of the Okwaho Network, a social network for Indigenous business. Stuck at a crossroads, Shyra and Co-Founder Rye Barberstock decided to fill the gap. “Let’s stop talking about it and actually
- [Meaning, Growth & Entrepreneurship with Swarochish Goswami – January 31, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/meaning-growth-entrepreneurship-swarochish-goswami-january-31-2017/): It isn’t every day you encounter a young entrepreneur with insight quite like Swarochish ‘Swish’ Goswami, a 19-year old serial entrepreneur and the 2016 winner of the Startup Canada Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award. Whether he’s fearlessly speaking to hundreds of people about his passions and experiences, writing for big-name publications, or managing his
- [Reinventing Resilience with Kelsey Ramsden – January 24, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/reinventing-resilience-kelsey-ramsden-january-24-2017/): Kelsey Ramsden is a born serial entrepreneur. With the success of her two multi-million dollar businesses in the construction industry, Kelsey knows what really makes someone rise to the top. “Relationships are the thing that have allowed me to grow and carry forward, spin off to other businesses, and get investors.” Kelsey is the founder of
- [Planting the Seed for Canadian Investments with Mark Skapinker – January 17, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/planting-seed-canadian-investments-mark-skapinker-january-17-2017/): Leading Canadian serial entrepreneur and VC Mark Skapinker has tough love for entrepreneurs looking to expand on their big idea. “If you’re going to succeed in this business, you need to dedicate 24 hours/day for the next 5 or 10 years of your life. You need to throw absolutely every piece of energy into it so
- [Building a Global Software Scaleup with Marc Kuo – January 10, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/building-global-software-scaleup-marc-kuo-january-10-2017/): When building a startup, most entrepreneurs can’t predict market trends eight years into the future. For Marc Kuo, mastering world-class delivery algorithms for almost a decade couldn’t have paid off at a better time. “The timing for this whole on-demand delivery ‘fad’ is lucky. I did not see that the industry would be here today.” Marc
- [Giving Back Together with Bobbi Paidel – January 3, 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/copy-designing-digital-communities-rick-finnie-december-27-2016/): After building a career in the Canadian fashion industry, Bobbi Paidel traveled to India where she was confronted with overwhelming differences in east vs. west consumerism and culture. That’s why Bobbi started Tribe of Lambs, an ethical non-profit jewelry company aimed at providing a better life to children affected by HIV in India. “I felt
- [Designing Digital Communities with Rick Finnie – December 27, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/designing-digital-communities-rick-finnie-december-27-2016/): Serial entrepreneur Richard (Rick) Finnie started his first business at age 12, selling business cards. Only a few years later did Rick find his new passion, fixing computers. Waiting for no one, Rick carved his own path into entrepreneurship by doing. “I’ve always had the mantra of start now.” Rick is the Co-Founder of The
- [Better Beta-Testing for Startups with Alec Levin – December 20, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/alec-levin-december-20-2016/): Alec Levin wants to create a world in which startups can test and research their products in a way that’s not only accessible and comprehensible, but builds community while doing so. Alec says “We're trying to make talking to users and learning about what they want easier” Alec Levin is Co-Founder of Steadfast, a user
- [Building a Supply Chain of Entrepreneurial Support with Shereen Benzvy Miller – December 13, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/building-supply-chain-entrepreneurial-support-shereen-benzvy-miller-december-13-2016/): The Canadian government is a living, breathing, resource-filled machine. In it, you find leaders like Shereen Benzvy Miller, a small business advocate working to directly impact the success of Canada’s diverse entrepreneur community. “I would encourage all kinds of entrepreneurs to ask if their supply chain is as diverse as it could be. Are they
- [Résultats du dialogue national sur un Canada axé sur la création et l’entrepreneuriat](https://www.startupcan.ca/resultats-du-dialogue-national-sur-un-canada-axe-sur-la-creation-et-lentrepreneuriat/): Ottawa (ON) | Le 21 novembre 2016 - Startup Canada, Google Canada et le Conseil de recherches en sciences humaines (CRSH) ont annoncé aujourd’hui les résultats d’une série de consultations nationales qui a duré trois mois intitulée Bâtir un Canada axé sur la création et l’entrepreneuriat. Accompagnés de l’honorable Mélanie Joly, ministre du Patrimoine canadien, les partenaires
- [Northern Ambitions with Véronique Herry – December 6, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/northern-ambitions-veronique-herry-december-6-2016/): After around 10 years of studying in Victoria, B.C. and working as a journalist in Toronto, Véronique Herry returned to her hometown of Whitehorse to “recharge a little bit” and “hang out”. Little did she know, her life was about to take a surprising turn into the world of innovation and entrepreneurship. “I went from
- [2016 National Startup Canada Award winners celebrated in Toronto](https://www.startupcan.ca/2016-national-startup-canada-award-winners-celebrated-toronto/): November 29, 2016 | Toronto, ON | Startup Canada Startup Canada (www.startupcan.ca), the national rallying community for Canadian entrepreneurs, today named sixteen outstanding entrepreneurs, businesses and support organizations as winners of the third annual National Startup Canada Awards (www.startupaward.ca). The winners were announced at a ceremony in Toronto attended by leading Canadian investors, innovators and
- [Sharing Stories of Adventure, Passion and Failure with Anastasia Valentine – November 29, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/sharing-stories-adventure-passion-failure-anastasia-valentine-november-29-2016/): Whether it’s mountain biking in the rain, travelling to the far corners of the Earth, or revolutionizing the customer service industry, Anastasia Valentine is driven by adrenaline and a lust for life. Instead of backing down from fear, Anastasia stares it right in the eyes. “If it scares you, that might be the trigger that
- [Outcomes of a National Dialogue on Building a Creative and Entrepreneurial Canada announced](https://www.startupcan.ca/national-dialogue-outcomes/): Ottawa, ON | November 21, 2016 - Startup Canada, Google Canada and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) today announced the findings of a three-month national dialogue series called Building a Creative and Entrepreneurial Canada. Joined by the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Canadian Heritage, the partners highlighted key themes and top recommendations
- [Crafting Close-Knit Communities with Margaret McEachern – November 22, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/copy-ottawas-top-telecommunications-talent-jonathon-moody-november-15-2016/): Margaret McEachern emphasizes the importance of keeping art programs in schools, youth entrepreneurship, and building Canada into a creative nation. “It’s really important to learn those [art and design] skills. In addition to that, add into a school curriculum, classes on establishing and running a business. We can’t, as a country, rely on big business
- [Ottawa’s Top Telecommunications Talent with Jonathon Moody – November 15, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/moody-november-15-2016/): When it comes to celebrating our achievements and success, Canadians are known to be humble and modest. When winning the Top 40 Under 40 award after years of challenges and hard work, Jonathon Moody wanted to soak it in. “It’s really nice to be recognized.” Jonathon Moody is the President and COO of Versature, a
- [The King of Canadian Crowdfunding with Craig Asano – November 8, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/craig-november-8-2016/): Do you have a product that could be the next big Internet sensation? The king of crowdfunding, Craig Asano, provides an environment in which products that often go unknown, have the chance to find financial and commercial success. “Crowdfunding has gone through a tumultuous history of what it is, but it’s continuing to evolve,” he
- [Rebel.com CEO Rob Villeneuve named national Startup Culture and Engagement Ambassador by Startup Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupculture/): October 25, 2016 | Startup Canada Startup Canada, the national rallying community and voice for Canada’s entrepreneurs, today named its inaugural Startup Culture and Engagement Ambassador. Rob Villeneuve, entrepreneur and CEO of Rebel.com, assumed the role this morning. Villeneuve will spend the next year working with Startup Canada as its key culture spokesperson, and will
- [Empowering Beekeepers with Social Innovation with Paul Whitney & Elizabeth Connell – November 1, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/paul-november-1-2016/): Startups often struggle to tell their story. Who are they? What is their purpose? How are they changing the way people interact with the world? Entrepreneurs Paul Whitney and Liz Connell don’t have this problem. They share their story of how they turned honey into empowerment every chance they get. “We’re not just helping people
- [Women-owned businesses receive startup support from Startup Canada and Evolocity Financial Group](https://www.startupcan.ca/women-owned-businesses-receive-startup-support-startup-canada-evolocity-financial-group/): October 19, 2016 | Startup Canada and Evolocity Financial Group announced today that four women-owned enterprises will receive micro-grants to cover startup costs through the Startup Canada Women Founders Fund, powered by Evolocity Financial Group. Launched in August 2016, the Startup Canada Women Founders Fund aims to alleviate some of the financial barriers women face
- [The future of the road: Will big data make roads safer?](https://www.startupcan.ca/geotab/): Connected vehicles gather incredible amounts of data - from location to speed to seat belt use. As vehicles become increasingly connected, so much so that a new industry dubbed the ‘Internet of Cars’ has emerged, will this big data boom positively change life on the road in communities and towns across Canada? Innovation and the
- [Canada’s Newest Startup Culture Ambassador with Rob Villeneuve – October 25, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/rob-villeneuve-october-25-2016/): Rob Villeneuve’s DNA reveals a tech-geek, a branding guru, and a startup culture maven. When joining Rebel.com six years ago, Rob was given the challenging task of revamping a company’s brand and culture. Through agility, and perseverance, Rob built Rebel.com into the notable domain brand of the future. “Culture and brand are really the reflection
- [Big Data, Platforms & Focus with Neil Cawse – October 18, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/neil-cawse-october-18-2016/): “Geotab wants to be the Apple of the telematics game”. When the U.S. Government un-blocked GPS from being used exclusively for defense in 1996, Neil Cawse saw an opportunity for the emergence of the Internet of Things. Having launched Geotab in 2000, today Neil Cawse has built one of the largest telematics companies in the
- [The Secrets of Growth with Jeff Cates – October 11, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/jeff-cates-october-11-2016/): “The biggest tension in growth is really these three questions: can we move faster, are we moving fast enough, are we moving too fast? You must ensure you have the right priorities; but, must also ensure your aspirational goals create a stretch but don’t break the team - it is your job to find the
- [The Capital of East Coast Entrepreneurship – October 4, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/larry-shaw-october-3-2016/): “Innovation is a full contact sport and research parks are the playing grounds. University Research Parks are places where like-minded organizations and people come together to create magical collisions that move innovation forward.” In this week’s Startup Canada Podcast, host Rivers Corbett speaks with Larry Shaw, the President of the Association of Research Parks (AURP)
- [Looking Inward to Scale with Aman Mann – September 27, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/aman-september-27-2016/): Aman Mann, the founder and CEO of Procurify, a cloud-based procurement platform used by tech heavyweights like Hootsuite, shares his story of hitting the pavement in the Valley to raise financing, building a remarkable team, leading from behind and his take on the state of Vancouver’s startup community. “Do not go where the path may
- [Spotlight on the York Region Startup Community with Lucas Chang – September 20, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/spotlight-york-region-startup-community-lucas-chang-september-20-2016/): “At the grassroots level, there is a need to tie entrepreneurs into local networks and then to tie further into national network to learn best practices from other startup communities. Learning the lessons from across Canada accelerated our own learnings in York Region and provides a bigger, national context to the local activities within startup
- [Wolf Blass Wines presents the 2016 Startup Canada Adam Chowaniec Lifetime Achievement Award](https://www.startupcan.ca/wolf-blass-wines-presents-the-2016-startup-canada-adam-chowaniec-lifetime-achievement-award/): Wolf Blass Wines presents the 2016 Startup Canada Adam Chowaniec Lifetime Achievement Award September 12, 2016, Ottawa, ON | Wolf Blass Wines and Startup Canada are partnering for the third consecutive year to celebrate innovation, excellence and outstanding achievement in the Canadian entrepreneurship community through the Startup Canada Awards. Wolf Blass Wines is the presenting
- [Canada's Innovation Minister announces Andrea Palmer, CEO of Awake Labs, will represent Canada at global startup experience](https://www.startupcan.ca/starttelaviv2016/): September 13, 2016 | Startup Canada Canada's Innovation Minister announces Andrea Palmer, CEO of Awake Labs, will represent Canada at global startup experience National competition celebrates inclusiveness in innovation & growing technology ties between Israel & Canada OTTAWA, September 14, 2016 – The Honourable Navdeep Bains joined Canada's Ambassador to Israel, His Excellency Rafael Barak,
- [Startup Canada, Google Canada et le CRSH lancent des séries nationales  pour un Canada créatif et entrepreneurial](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-google-canada-et-le-crsh-lancent-des-series-nationales-pour-un-canada-creatif-et-entrepreneurial/): Les séries débutent le 13 septembre à Fredericton (Nouveau-Brunswick) et sur le Web Le 13 septembre 2016 | Startup Canada Startup Canada, la communauté de mobilisation nationale et la voix des entrepreneurs du Canada, s’est associée à Google Canada et au Conseil de recherches en sciences humaines (CRSH) pour recueillir les idées des leaders d’opinion les plus créatifs, novateurs
- [Becoming Brand Famous with Linzi Boyd – September 13, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/becoming-brand-famous-linzi-boyd-september-13-2016/): Serial entrepreneur Linzi Boyd wants to make a difference in the world. “My personal passion was to shift the world into a new era through the eyes of brands.” Linzi Boyd wears many hats - she is a Brand Guru, International Speaker, Author, and Global Partner at Shirlaws Group. Linzi has also founded three startups,
- [Startup Canada, Google Canada and SSHRC Launch National Series  to Build a Creative and Entrepreneurial Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-google-canada-sshrc-launch-national-series-build-creative-entrepreneurial-canada/): Series begins September 13 in Fredericton, N.B. and online September 13, 2016| Startup Canada Startup Canada, the national rallying community and voice for Canada’s entrepreneurs, has partnered with Google Canada and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) to collect ideas from Canada’s most creative, innovative and entrepreneurial thought leaders. These ideas will contribute
- [2016 Regional Startup Canada Awards Winners Announced](https://www.startupcan.ca/2016-regional-startup-canada-awards-winners-announced/): September 2, 2016 | Startup Canada Over 50 of Canada’s leading entrepreneurs, innovators, companies and changemakers have been named regional winners of the third annual Startup Canada Awards. Startup Canada announced the regional winners of the 2016 awards this week, and will celebrate their accomplishments at red carpet events in startup spaces across Canada this
- [The Rise of Startup Campuses with Rob Annan – September 6, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/rod-annna-sept-6-2016/): “We need to recognize that it is still early days for entrepreneurship in universities and allow the diversity of entrepreneurship on campus to blossom.” Dr. Rob Annan is the Chief Research Officer for Mitacs, a university-based organization that supports research initiatives in Canada, particularly through graduate student internships. In this week’s #StartupPodcast, host Rivers Corbett
- [Brewing Success North of 60 with Bob Baxter– August 30, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/bob-baxter-august-30-2016/): Yukon Brewing craft beer has cemented its place as a local favourite up North. But expanding the brand into other Canadian provinces hasn’t been easy without that hometown advantage, says Bob Baxter, Co-founder and President of Yukon Brewing. “We can’t outspend the big guys. We can’t even outspend the little guys who are right down
- [The Upside of Entrepreneurship with Janie Goldstein– August 23, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/janie-goldstein-august-23-2016/): Janie Goldstein argues that startups should have a social mission from the start. However, before she created The Upside Foundation, entrepreneurs didn’t have a model or platform to work from. “We know they (entrepreneurs) have no time, and they should be very focused on building a company and getting a product out. We know they
- [Taking Women Entrepreneurship to New Heights with Tracey Scarlett – August 16, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/tracey-scarlett-august-16-2016/): Tracey Scarlett is an expert in women entrepreneurship. Over her career, she’s learned what it takes for women to thrive and grow. “Women in general are really well prepared. They’re educated, they have great ideas, and they want to build businesses. A lot of the times it's the external validation that says: ‘I’m not the
- [Canada’s Startup Angel with Randy Thompson – August 9, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/canadas-startup-angel-randy-thompson-august-9-2016/): We are thrilled to have as our guest today, Randy Thompson, Founder and CEO of VA Angels, one of Canada’s most active angel groups. VA Angels recently celebrated their 130th company funded for over $38M in total investments which includes deals in the US, UK and Africa. Today, we speak with Randy about the Calgary’s
- [The Story of a Young Crowdfunding Genius with Viktor Grabovskyy – July 26, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/story-young-crowdfunding-genius-viktor-grabovskyy-july-26-2016/): Crowdfunding and marketing genius Viktor Grabovskyy is often asked how the Foreverspin campaign gained so much support and raised so much money. “The items that succeed the most are the ones that you as an individual can imagine yourself using… What you can dream, you can accomplish through crowdfunding” Viktor Grabovskyy, a recent grad from
- [TOP TIPS FOR PROTECTING YOUR STARTUP](https://www.startupcan.ca/top-tips-protecting-startup/): Risk-taking is second nature to entrepreneurs. Some take the risk of leaving a stable job to pursue their dream of starting a company while others invest their savings into an idea they’re passionate about. Some entrepreneurs are calculated risk-takers. They will try to minimize risk as much as possible. They’ll rely on a safety net
- [Building Startup Communities from the Ground Up with Camille McInnis – August 2, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/story-young-crowdfunding-genius-viktor-july-27-2016/): Camille McInnis knows the recipe for building a successful startup community. “Having people both internal and external to your community who understand what you’re trying to do, and who can connect you with other resources are so important to the long term success of startup communities.” Camille is the Community Advisor for Startup Canada, an
- [Starting Up in Saskatchewan with Stephanie Yong – July 19, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/starting-saskatchewan-stephanie-yong-july-19-2016/): Nobody ever told Stephanie Yong she might not get a job after studying what she loved. After graduating with a degree in Political Science, Stephanie did what many others do and left her home town. “I went overseas for 7 years and travelled the world. I saw as much of the world as I possibly
- [Abandoning the Comfort Zone with Jason Field – July 12, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/abandoning-comfort-zone-jason-field-july-12-2016/): Just because you’re not an expert doesn’t mean you can’t play the game. Jason Field learned this important lesson when he started BrainStation, a digital learning facility with locations in Toronto, Vancouver, and New York. “In order to be a successful entrepreneur, always be looking outside of your comfort zone because that is where the
- [Former Mayor of Waterloo elected as Startup Canada Board Chair](https://www.startupcan.ca/8199/): Brenda Halloran joins new appointees Tony Lacavera, Founder and Chairman of Globalive Holdings, and Intuit Canada President Jeff Cates June 28, 2016 | Startup Canada Startup Canada announced today it has appointed Brenda Halloran to chair its Board of Directors. Halloran is the former mayor of Waterloo, Ont. (2006-2014) and current President of the Trillium
- [The 35 Hour Work Week with Mike Iwasiow – July 5, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/35-hour-work-week-mike-iwasiow-july-5-2016/): Canadian entrepreneur, consultant, and software developer Mike Iwasiow knows the secret to creating a sustainable work-life balance. “Don’t focus so much on success, or the traditional definition of that.... Focus on happiness and fulfillment of your whole day. Try to maximize your day, and everything else will fall out from that.” Mike is the Founder
- [The Global Intrapreneur with Paul Gaspar – June 28, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/paul-gaspar-june-28-2016/): “Rockstar intrapreneur” Paul Gaspar says there is no better time than right now for Canadian startups to start thinking global. As the Director of Small Business at UPS Canada, Paul takes a cue from startup entrepreneurs and strives to think outside of the box when managing both internal operations and external communications. His intraprenurial attitude
- [Cashing in on Fintech with Philipp Postrehovsky – June 21, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/philipp-postrehovsky-june-21-2016/): Rent, for most, is the single biggest payment people make in a month. According to Vancouverite Philipp Postrehovsky, it’s a $450 billion market, and some say it’s gone undisrupted for far too long. That’s why Postrehovsky co-founded RentMoola, an online global payment network, to improve the rent and condo fee payment process. “If you give
- [A Founder Building Bridges with Phil Telio – June 14, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/founder-building-bridges-phil-telio-june-13-2016/): As a university student, International Startup Festival founder Phil Telio studied civil engineering and learned how to build bridges and buildings. After meeting an inspirational startup founder, Phil was invited to build some virtual bridges instead. “Like a lot of people, I started out working for tech companies working 90 hours a week, sweating it
- [Startup Canada volunteers celebrated by Employment and Social Development Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-volunteers-celebrated-employment-social-development-canada/): June 9, 2016 - Startup Canada, the leading national grassroots organization supporting and giving a voice to entrepreneurs, was today celebrated for the ongoing contributions of its vibrant volunteer community. The organization was recognized as a recipient of Canada’s Volunteer Awards in the Social Innovator category from Employment and Social Development Canada. Canada’s Volunteer Awards
- [Building a Caring Economy with Tonya Surman – June 7, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/building-caring-economy-tonya-surman-june-7-2016/): As a teen, like most her age, Tonya Surman was faced with the fate-defining question of choosing between good and evil. She knew the road to evil would be more lucrative, but instead, she made a decision to use her skills to make a positive impact on society. However, after feeling continuously dis-empowered by inefficiencies
- [Building a Startup Province with David Alston – May 31, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/building-startup-province-david-alston-may-31-2016/): When David Alston travelled to Estonia two years ago to film the documentary Code Kids, he saw a country decades ahead of its time. Not only had the education system infused coding into its curriculum, the government had embraced the cloud and adopted an entrepreneurial culture. Unable to tell bureaucrats from entrepreneurs, the culture of
- [Exploring Canada’s Greatest Resources: Entrepreneurs With Richard Remillard – May 24, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/exploring-canadas-greatest-resources-entrepreneurs-richard-remillard-may-24-2016/): A leading Canadian Finance expert and catalyst, Richard Remillard knows the secret to a long-lasting economy. “I have long been fascinated in economic growth: How does growth happen? Entrepreneurs. People willing to stand up, be counted, and put their money where their mouth is and launch a business. That's the only foundation for long lasting,
- [Startup Canada and EDC partner with local organizations to increase global growth opportunities for Canadian entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-edc-partner-local-organizations-increase-global-growth-opportunities-canadian-entrepreneurs/): la version française suivra May 5, 2016 | Startup Canada (StartupCan.ca) and Export Development Canada (EDC.ca) announced the recipients of the Adam Chowaniec Memorial Fund for Global Entrepreneurship today. The Fund invests in high-impact initiatives that advance the prospects of Canada’s globally oriented, entrepreneur-led companies. The recipients are: Go South! Consulting Inc., a business development company,
- [Startup Canada and the Embassy of Israel partner to connect a top Canadian women-led startup to customers, investors and mentors in the world’s leading startup nation](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-embassy-israel-partner-connect-top-canadian-women-led-startup-customers-investors-mentors-worlds-leading-startup-nation/): May 6, 2016 | The Embassy of Israel and Startup Canada are searching for Canada’s top women-led startup to represent Canada in Tel Aviv this fall as part of Start Tel Aviv, a global competition. The competition will open to women startup founders using technology in their businesses in innovative and creative ways on May
- [The Future of Canadian Entrepreneurship With Michael Legary – May 17, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/legary-may-17-2016/): When he was just 17 years old, Michael Legary knew he wanted to be an entrepreneur — he says he was born to be one. Now, after founding several successful startups, Legary is still passionate about building up other new small businesses. As a leader in Winnipeg’s startup community, Legary works to support several local
- [Empowering Indigenous Communities Through Entrepreneurship with Sean McCormick – May 10, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/sean-may-10-2016/): Sean McCormick says his company, Manitobah Mukluks, is a microcosm of what is possible when a community comes together to solve social and economic issues. “We’re mission-driven,” says McCormick, recipient of the 2010 Excellence in Aboriginal Business Leadership Award. “We’re not really a company with a cause, we’re a cause that happens to have a
- [Empowering Cities & Going Global With Brenda Halloran – May 3, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/brenda/): Brenda Halloran’s father was an entrepreneur before the word even existed. In this episode, Halloran talks about how her dad’s influence inspired her to be entrepreneurial in all of her pursuits. “I grew up with this amazing man who was an entrepreneur, a self-starter, nobody ever gave him a dime, he just did it for
- [Storytelling & Startup Success Strategies with Allen Lau - April 26, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/allen-lau-april-26-2016/): While serial entrepreneur Allen Lau knows first-hand how difficult it can be to build a startup, he also knows how rewarding the lessons brought with the highs — and the lows — can be. “The number-one thing that stops people from starting a business is hesitation,” says Lau. “If you can overlook this, you can
- [Confessions of a Serial Entrepreneur with Michael Tippett - April 18, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/mike-tip-april-18-2016/): As Canada made preparations to welcome Syrian refugees into the country, serial entrepreneur Michael Tippett knew he wanted to get involved. Cue the creation of Startland, a grassroots organization launched by Tippett and other Vancouver startup community members to provide Syrian refugees with the support and technology to achieve their entrepreneurial dreams. “People have the
- [Studio-Model Investing & Startups with Tony Lacavera - April 12, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/tony-april-12-2016/): “I decided to go right at Bell, Telus & Rogers, and disrupt the core wireless oligarchy that's a core business for them, which obviously kicked off a very interesting eight years at Wind,” says the Chairman and CEO of Wind Mobile Canada. When Tony Lacavera co-founded Wind Mobile in 2008, he knew he was taking
- [From Entrepreneur to Venture Capitalist with Boris Wertz - April 5, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/entrepreneur-venture-capitalist-boris-wertz-april-5-2016/): In the eyes of Boris Wertz, founder of Version One Ventures, being a successful venture capitalist means, “remembering you are a coach, not a player.” In his first few years as an investor, Wertz struggled to follow his own advice. Today, he is one of the top early-stage investors in Canada, with more than 60
- [A West Coast Story with Ray Walia - March 29, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/veronique-herry-mar-29-2016/): “You can have an amazing life and have an amazing career under somebody’s umbrella or you can be the one holding the umbrella and shaping the world for other people.” Ray Walia chose the latter. As the CEO of Launch Academy, Co-Executive Producer of Traction Conference and Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Victory Square Ventures,
- [Strategic Marketing One Handshake at a Time with Erin Bury - March 22, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/erin-bury-mar-15-2016/): Erin Bury, a leading marketing expert in Canada, has more than 21,000 followers on Twitter. How did the startup enthusiast build her social media empire? “One handshake at a time,” she says. The marketing guru has created a powerful brand for herself - both on and offline - by amalgamating digital and real-life relationships. It’s
- [Building a Customer Service Juggernaut with Janice McDonald - March 15, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/janice-mcdonald-mar-15-2016/): “If you hire phenomenal people, that’s it. You’re winning.” - Janice McDonald, co-founder of CD Warehouse and This Space Works. McDonald has built two successful national companies on the foundations of good customer service, with employees who have a full understanding of the brand’s strategies to maintain shopper loyalty. In this episode of Startup Canada
- [Paving the Way for His Generation with Alex Gillis - March 8, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/copy-humour-business-andy-nulman-mar-1-2016/): “I see too many youth trying to fit the mold and they lose sight of what their true aspirations are.” A $50,000 deal with Next Gen Den Dragons has 17-year-old Alex Gillis thinking about more than grades, friends, and getting through the awkward teenage years. As the co-founder and CEO of Bitness, a location analytics
- [The Humour Business with Andy Nulman - March 1, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/humour-business-andy-nulman-mar-1-2016/): “Humour disarms. It educates, and it enlightens when handled properly.” For entrepreneur Andy Nulman, humour is as important as water or oxygen for survival. Nulman is the co-founder of Just for Laughs, a comedy festival that attracts two million visitors to Canada every year, including the likes of Jerry Seinfeld, Jay Leno, Tina Fey and
- [Conclusion to Season One - February 9, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/february-9-2016/): Thank you for listening to Season 1 of the Startup Canada Podcast Show. We will be returning March 1st, 2016 for Season 2.
- [Startup Canada launches campaign to increase entrepreneur participation in federal Pre-Budget Consultations](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-launches-campaign-to-increase-entrepreneur-participation-in-federal-pre-budget-consultations/): OTTAWA, ONTARIO, Jan. 25, 2016 - Today, Startup Canada launched a campaign to give every entrepreneur a voice in the Government of Canada’s Pre-Budget Consultations. In partnership with Canadian digital storytelling startup OneStory, the organization asks entrepreneurs from coast-to-coast to answer the government’s call for innovative solutions to grow the Canadian economy. “As Prime Minister
- [An Education in Being CEO with John Baker - February 2, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/february-2-2016/): “My job as a CEO is to think of what needs to be done 3 to 5 to 10 years from now.” - John Baker, CEO and founder of D2L. D2L is an edtech company based in Kitchener that has grown to 850 employees since launching in 1999 and has been used by over 15
- [Venture Capital & Thinking Big with David Nault - January 26, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/january-26-2016/): Why should building a relationship be the first step to scoring VC investment? “I’ll back the jockey before the horse,” says David Nault, a Venture Capitalist and Principal at iNovia. Nault says he looks to invest in entrepreneurs he thinks can change the landscape with or without his help. Over the years, his instincts have
- [Opportunities to Grow in Latin America with Tadashi Takaoka - January 19, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/january-19-2016/): “10 years ago, if you were an entrepreneur, people would refer to you as ‘unemployed’.” - Tadashi Takaoka, Director of Entrepreneurship at Corfo Chile, on the shift in perception on entrepreneurship in Chile. Entrepreneurship in Chile has boomed in the past decade, thanks to Carfo, Start-Up Chile and a publicly funded incubator that invites startups
- [Experiencing Events On A Global Scale with Stephen Partridge - January 12, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/january-12-2016/): “How can we build a billion dollar company and have it be safe and de-risked?” This is a key question for Stephen Partridge when building a new business. Partridge is a serial entrepreneur, board member of Startup Canada, and Head of Strategic Assets at Events.com. To Partridge, the Silicon Valley approach isn’t perfect. While innovation
- [Vancouver's Growing Entrepreneurial Community with Sean Elbe - January 5, 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/january-5-2015/): “We believe Vancouver is a place that offers an exciting environment for growth-oriented companies.” - Sean Elbe, Vancouver Economic Commission. According to Elbe, the Vancouver Olympics inspired the city’s entrepreneurship community to think on a more global scale. Now Vancouver is a leader in areas like fintech, quantum computing and green technology. In this episode
- [Startup Canada Women Entrepreneurship Fund with support from Dell Canada  invests in initiatives to open doors for women in business](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-women-entrepreneurship-fund-with-support-from-dell-canada-invests-in-initiatives-to-open-doors-for-women-in-business/): New women entrepreneurship initiatives coming to Prince George, B.C., Halifax, N.S. and Toronto, O.N. in 2016 Toronto, Dec. 16, 2015 | Community organizations in Prince George, B.C. Halifax, N.S. and Toronto, O.N. have been awarded with the first-ever investment from the Startup Canada Women Entrepreneurship Fund, Startup Canada and Dell Canada announced this week. The
- [Porter Airlines supports Startup Canada’s #EveryEntrepreneur Tour](https://www.startupcan.ca/porter-airlines-supports-startup-canadas-everyentrepreneur-tour/): Toronto, O.N., December 10, 2015 | Startup Canada and Porter Airlines, the airline that revolutionized short-haul flying, have partnered since early October to help entrepreneurs across Canada find mentors, support and new opportunities to start and grow their companies. Porter Airlines is a sponsor of Startup Canada’s #EveryEntrepreneur Tour, which launched on Oct. 14 in
- [VIA Rail CEO to speak with entrepreneurs at Startup Canada’s #EveryEntrepreneur Tour stop in Toronto](https://www.startupcan.ca/via-rail-ceo-to-speak-with-entrepreneurs-at-startup-canadas-everyentrepreneur-tour-stop-in-toronto/): Toronto, O.N., December 10, 2015 | Startup Canada and VIA Rail, Canada's national rail passenger service, have partnered to help entrepreneurs across Canada find mentors, support and new opportunities to start and grow their companies during Startup Canada’s #EveryEntrepreneur Tour. The #EveryEntrepreneur Tour launched on Oct. 14 in Halifax, N.S., and brought thousands of entrepreneurs
- [Finding Focus in FinTech with Gary Ziegler - December 29, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/december-29-2015/): Fun Fact: Although 70 per cent of purchases are researched online first, 90-95 per cent of transactions are completed in a brick and mortar store. It’s this relationship between online-offline commerce that created an opportunity for Gary Ziegler, CEO of eThor. eThor is a mobile app that bridges the gap between merchants and mobile. In
- [Bouncing Back from Failure with Gerry Pond - December 22, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/copy-of-december-15-2015/): “Work hard and learn how to deal with your failures, because you’re going to have a lot of them.” - Gerry Pond, Co-Founder of East Valley Ventures and winner of Startup Canada’s 2014 Lifetime Achievement award. According to Pond, a successful entrepreneur is determined to stick with their business until the revenue stream starts flowing.
- [Entrepreneur by Design with Sarah Prevette - December 15, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/december-15-2015/): “When we look at great entrepreneurs, they have that natural, burning curiosity and they have that sense of excitement around learning.” - Sarah Prevette, Founder of Future Design School. Sarah Prevette has been promoting and encouraging Canadian entrepreneurship throughout her entire career. Among her many ventures, she is best known for founding Sprouter, an online
- [Technology Fuelling Opportunities in Rural Canada with Ron Taylor - December 8, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/december-8-2015/): “I’m constantly blown away by how much innovation and talent there is here with such a small population.” - Ron Taylor, CEO, Newfoundland and Labrador Association of Technology Industries (NATI). Ron Taylor is a Toronto native who decided to move to St. John’s, Newfoundland in 2002. Today, as CEO of the Newfoundland and Labrador Association
- [Why Teens Are Embracing Entrepreneurship with Linda Manziaris - December 1, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/december-1-2015/): “If you’re passionate about what you do and you work hard, something is going to come out of it.” - Linda Manziaris, Founder of Body Bijou; Winner of Startup Canada’s 2014 Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award. Linda Manziaris started Body Bijou when she was 13 because she saw it as a way to help
- [National Startup Canada Awards winners announced](https://www.startupcan.ca/national-startup-canada-awards-winners-announced/): Nine Canadian entrepreneurs, businesses and support organizations to be awarded national honour TORONTO, November 24, 2015 – Startup Canada (www.startupcan.ca) announced today a former Prime Minister, an innovation hub trailblazer and a globally-recognized wedding accessories and decor company are among the national recipients of the 2015 Startup Canada Awards (www.StartupAward.ca). The Right Honourable Paul Martin,
- [How to Create a New Industry with Frank O'Dea - November 24, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/november-24-2015/): “It is hard to build a business, but 10 years later you’ll be walking down the street and somebody will ask ‘How did you became an overnight success?’” - Frank O’Dea, Co-Founder of Second Cup and serial entrepreneur. Second Cup wasn’t an overnight success. It took innovative ideas and years of testing to land on
- [Why Toronto is Putting Canada on the Map with Karen Greve Young - November 17, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/november-17-2015/): “There’s a huge wealth of innovation and a wealth of startups and their stories need to get out.” - Karen Greve Young, VP of Partnerships at MaRS Discovery District. MaRS Discovery District is not only a place for Canadian startups to grow, but is also where innovative multi-nationals such as Airbnb and Etsy have built
- [Israel’s Culture of Innovation with Rafael Barak - November 10, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/november-10-2015/): “In order to finance these failures, you need money.” - Honourable Rafael Barak, Israel’s Ambassador to Canada. Did you know that in Israel, almost 4 per cent of GDP goes towards innovative developments? Israel is a leading hub for startups and innovation. Tel Aviv was ranked the fifth best startup ecosystem according to Compass. It
- [Being Ready for Startup Success with Ronen Benin - November 3, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/november-3-2015/): “Entrepreneurship is about perseverance and not giving up. It’s important to continue to push that boulder up that hill and not be phased by distractions.” - Ronen Benin, Founder & CEO of RightBlue Labs Inc. RightBlue Labs Inc. is a Toronto-based tech startup that is already working some of the leading national sports brands, including
- [Startup Canada and Scotiabank put the national spotlight on the country’s leading entrepreneurs at the Startup Canada Awards](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-and-scotiabank-put-the-national-spotlight-on-the-countrys-leading-entrepreneurs-at-the-startup-canada-awards/): October 21, 2015 | Startup Canada and Scotiabank have partnered to celebrate the movers and shakers of the Canadian entrepreneurship movement at the second annual Startup Canada Awards this fall. The Startup Canada Awards are the hallmark event celebrating and distinguishing Canada’s entrepreneurship community. Scotiabank is the presenting sponsor of the Startup Canada Entrepreneur of
- [The Rise of Seniorpreneurship with Wendy Mayhew - October 27, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/october-27-2015/): “Out of the way entrepreneurs, seniorpreneurs are taking over.” - Wendy Mayhew Mayhew is an advocate for promoting seniorpreneurship in Canada. She is the producer of Real World Entrepreneur Training, author and the founder of Business Launch Solutions, an organization that helps startups tackle business fundamentals. Did you know: オンライン カジノ Gordon Bowker founded Starbucks
- [Energizing the Community with Noah Redler - October 20, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/october-20-2015/): “We all have a lot to offer and we all have a lot to learn.” Noah Redler is in the trenches, growing the startup ecosystem in Montreal. He’s a Community Leader for Startup Montreal, Campus Director at the tech startup hub Notman House, and Co-founder of Publikit. To Redler, startups have a lot to gain
- [MNP LLP presents the Startup Canada Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award](https://www.startupcan.ca/mnp-llp-presents-the-startup-canada-young-entrepreneur-of-the-year-award/): Startup Canada and MNP LLP, one of the largest full-service chartered accountancy and business advisory firms in the country, will draw national attention to Canada’s most impactful young entrepreneurs at the second annual Startup Canada Awards this autumn. The Startup Canada Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award recognizes entrepreneurs under the age of 25 who
- [Versature joins Startup Canada’s #EveryEntrepreneur Tour to position startups, small businesses for success](https://www.startupcan.ca/versature-joins-startup-canadas-everyentrepreneur-tour-to-position-startups-small-businesses-for-success/): Startup Canada and Versature, Canada’s leading business VoIP phone provider, have partnered to help entrepreneurs across Canada find mentors, support and new opportunities to start and grow their companies at each of the seven stops on Startup Canada’s #EveryEntrepreneur Tour. “It is thanks to the support of companies like Versature that Startup Canada can connect
- [Rebel.com joins Startup Canada’s #EveryEntrepreneur Tour to help startups, small businesses make their mark online](https://www.startupcan.ca/rebel-com-joins-startup-canadas-everyentrepreneur-tour-to-help-startups-small-businesses-make-their-mark-online/): Startup Canada and Rebel.com, domain name and product experts, are setting entrepreneurs across Canada up for online success as partners in Startup Canada’s nationwide #EveryEntrepreneur Tour. “A strong digital presence is a must-have for today’s businesses,” said Startup Canada CEO Victoria Lennox. “It is thanks to partners like Rebel.com that we can work to spread
- [Gerry Pond presents the Startup Canada Senior Entrepreneur of the Year Award](https://www.startupcan.ca/gerry-pond-presents-the-startup-canada-senior-entrepreneur-of-the-year-award/): Startup Canada and Gerry Pond, the well-celebrated entrepreneur investor, philanthropist and mentor behind numerous successful ventures in Atlantic Canada, have partnered to draw national attention to senior Canadian entrepreneurs at the second annual Startup Canada Awards this autumn. The Startup Canada Senior Entrepreneur of the Year Award recognizes entrepreneurs over age 60 who have impacted
- [UPS joins Startup Canada’s #EveryEntrepreneur Tour to focus entrepreneurs on scalability and trade](https://www.startupcan.ca/ups-joins-startup-canadas-everyentrepreneur-tour-to-focus-entrepreneurs-on-scalability-and-trade/): Startup Canada and UPS Canada, the world's largest package delivery company and a provider of supply chain management solutions, have partnered to celebrate and stimulate entrepreneurship across Canada. Together, the partners will position entrepreneurs for global success during Startup Canada’s upcoming #EveryEntrepreneur Tour and distinguish those who have made advancements in their global strategy at
- [Shoot for the Fences with Yona Shtern - October 13, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/october-13-2015/): “Six years in we’re still pivoting.” - Yona Shtern, Founder and CEO of of Beyond the Rack. Although Beyond the Rack is now one of Canada’s most successful startups, it wasn’t clear from the beginning that the business would survive. After the lead in their first investment round backed out, Shtern thought the whole thing
- [2015 regional Startup Canada Awards winners announced](https://www.startupcan.ca/2015-regional-startup-canada-awards-winners-announced/): The movers and shakers of Canada’s entrepreneurship movement to be celebrated nationwide October 2, 2015, OTTAWA, ON – Today, Startup Canada announced the regional winners and runners-up of the second annual Startup Canada Awards. Winners will be celebrated and recognized during special grassroots events featuring a reception, ceremony, and fireside chats in communities across Canada this
- [Invest Ahead of the Curve with Chris Johnson - October 6, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/october-6-2015/): “If everyone told you what they wanted, then everyone would have horses.” - Henry Ford, Founder of Ford Motor Company. Chris Johnson thinks Ford’s thoughts on innovating transportation applies just as easily to developing new technology today. To Johnson, it’s not about coming up with new ideas that the customer doesn’t know they want yet.
- [The Man Behind Hootsuite with Ryan Holmes - September 29, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/september-29-2015/): “Dream big, think the impossible, love passionately, and give generously.” This is the mantra Marissa McTasney created for herself. When McTasney started Moxie Trades, she didn’t have the skills, knowledge, experience or even a mentor. All she had was an opportunity. She dove in head-first, quickly landing a big contract with Home Depot and made
- [The Startup Canada Ecosystem Expert Panel meets with government to prioritize  high-growth business](https://www.startupcan.ca/the-startup-canada-ecosystem-expert-panel-meets-with-government-to-prioritize-high-growth-business/): OTTAWA, ON, September 18, 2015 | This week, the leading national non-governmental organizations that service the entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem in Canada met with representatives from 14 Government of Canada departments to discuss gaps and inefficiencies in support, and opportunities to elevate success for entrepreneurs, startups and small businesses in Canada. “As Canada is slipping
- [Startup Canada co-founder shares insights and best practices on women empowerment with leaders of the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation economies](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-co-founder-shares-insights-and-best-practices-on-women-empowerment-with-leaders-of-the-asia-pacific-economic-cooperation-economies/): MANILA, PHILIPPINES, September 15, 2015 | Victoria Lennox, CEO and Co-Founder of Startup Canada is in Manila, Philippines at the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Women and the Economy 2015 Fora as a distinguished panelist at the Public Private Dialogue on Women and the Economy. Lennox is also one of 21 women featured in ICONOGRAPH:
- [Startup Canada and Dell Canada partner to connect women entrepreneurs with startup support](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-and-dell-canada-partner-to-connect-women-entrepreneurs-with-startup-support/): Applications now open for the Startup Canada Women Entrepreneurship Fund, powered by Dell TORONTO, September 14, 2015 - Startup Canada and Dell Canada are now accepting applications for a new Women Entrepreneurship Fund which invests in high-impact projects that encourage and support the development of women-led companies in Canada. The ‘Majority of Female-Owned Small and
- [Bigger, stronger businesses a number one priority for Startup Canada and TruShield Insurance in renewed partnership](https://www.startupcan.ca/bigger-stronger-businesses-a-number-one-priority-for-startup-canada-and-trushield-insurance-in-renewed-partnership/): New programs launched to drive the development of retail startups and startup communities TORONTO, September 11, 2015 - To encourage the creation of more high-growth businesses in Canada, Startup Canada and TruShield Insurance today launched the TruShield Retail Startup Fund to fuel the development of Canada’s retail sector and the TruShield Startup Community Scholarship to
- [The Rise of the Canadian Entrepreneur with John Ruffolo - September 22, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/podcast-sep-22-2015/): “View the entrepreneur as the planter of the seed...The role of venture capital is the water and it is creating the fuel for growth.” John Ruffolo is very selective in picking which seeds to water. One of the most important questions he asks entrepreneurs is “How did you get to this idea?” He believes the best
- [September 15, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/podcast-sep-15-2015/): “It’s not just a job. It’s a way of thinking. It’s a way of living your life.” This is how Rick Spence describes entrepreneurship. He should know. He has been writing about entrepreneurship and innovation for over 25 years. He currently contributes to the National Entrepreneurship Column in the Financial Post and is writing a book
- [Title - September 8, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/podcast-sep-8-2015/): The Great One summed it nicely for Hootsuite CEO Ryan Holmes: “You miss 100 per cent of the shots you don’t take.” It’s a piece of advice often quoted by CEO’s and sports stars alike, but Holmes couples it with another mantra: Hustle. Everyday. Just like hockey legend Wayne Gretzky missed the net the first
- [How ecosystems in Latin America will help Canadian startups go global](https://www.startupcan.ca/how-ecosystems-in-latin-america-will-help-canadian-startups-go-global/): Above: John Ruffolo of OMERS Ventures during an on-stage interview with Startup Canada CEO Victoria Lennox at the LatAm Startups Conference By Jacky Habib Posted August 19, 2015 Canadian startups can benefit from going global - and recently, they’ve been particularly interested in going south. The LatAm Startups conference, hosted during the Pan American Games
- [Shimon Peres celebrates growing ties between Israel’s and Canada’s startup ecosystems](https://www.startupcan.ca/shimon-peres-celebrates-growing-ties-between-israels-and-canadas-startup-ecosystems/): Israeli statesman joins Canada"s International Trade Minister, The Honourable Ed Fast, to announce Canadian winner of Start Tel Aviv, a global startup competition TORONTO, July 9, 2015 - Shimon Peres, Nobel Peace Prize laureate, and the ninth President and former Prime Minister of Israel, was in Toronto today to celebrate growing ties between Canada’s and
- [Start Tel Aviv, a global opportunity](https://www.startupcan.ca/israels-start-tel-aviv-offers-global-opportunity-for-canadian-tech-startups/): Israel’s Start Tel Aviv offers global opportunity for Canadian tech startups Israel’s Start Tel Aviv offers global opportunity for Canadian tech startups OTTAWA, MAY 21, 2015 – The Embassy of Israel and Startup Canada are searching for Canada’s top ICT startup to represent Canada in Tel Aviv this fall as part of Start Tel Aviv,
- [UPS partners with Startup Canada to position entrepreneurs for growth](https://www.startupcan.ca/ups-partners-startup-canada-position-entrepreneurs-growth/): FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OTTAWA ON, MARCH 9, 2015 - Startup Canada, a national entrepreneur-led movement, and UPS Canada, a leading logistics partner for entrepreneurs, startups, and small businesses, announced a strategic partnership today to support Canada’s growing entrepreneurial community. Entrepreneurs will now have access to knowledge and tools to help them to scale their startups.
- [Startup Canada backs LatAm Startups Conference to cultivate collaboration between regions](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-backs-latam-startups-conference-cultivate-collaboration-regions/): FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OTTAWA, MARCH 3, 2015 – Today, Startup Canada announced its official support for the LatAm Startups Conference, the premier event connecting entrepreneurs, investors, and public policy officials from Latin America and Canada. The conference aims to boost innovative, sustainable startup ecosystems in the respective regions. “There are ample opportunities for startup growth in both Canada and
- [iPolitics Helping to Give Entrepreneurs a Voice in Ottawa](https://www.startupcan.ca/ipolitics-helping-give-entrepreneurs-voice-ottawa-2/): Located in the heart of Ottawa"s Byward Market, one block away from Parliament Hill, a disruptive startup company is taking Ottawa politics by storm. iPolitics and Startup Canada are teaming up again this year to give entrepreneurs a voice in Ottawa through Startup Canada Day on the Hill. Making politics and policy accessible to Canadians
- [Startup Canada partners with the Conference Board of Canada to solicit perspectives from entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/advocating-together-entrepreneurs-canada/): As a signature feature of the Startup Canada Day on the Hill, taking place on November 26th, in Ottawa, is a collaboration of Canada's entrepreneurship community, entrepreneurs and experts who will be invited to join political and government leaders as part of the Startup Canada Task Force Policy Discussions, in partnership with the Conference Board
- [Startup Canada and Sparks Street join forces to celebrate entrepreneurship on the doorstep of Parliament Hill](https://www.startupcan.ca/annual-startup-canada-flag-campaign-sparks-street-aims-public-private-sector-engagement/): Community comes together to Start Up Sparks Street OTTAWA, November 19, 2014 – Startup Canada and the Sparks Street Business Improvement Association (BIA) are working together again this year to celebrate entrepreneurship as part of Global Entrepreneurship Week and the lead up to Startup Canada Day on the Hill. Sparks Street will be draped end to
- [Startup Canada partners with BMO and AIR MILES for Business to empower Financial Literacy](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-partners-bmo-air-miles-business-empower-financial-literacy/): FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OCTOBER 19, 2014, OTTAWA | Over the next two weeks, Startup Canada will partner with BMO and AIR MILES for Business to embark on a three-city tour across Calgary, Toronto and Montreal to run Startup Finance Bootcamps for entrepreneurs. The fully subscribed Startup Finance Bootcamp's presented by BMO and AIR MILES for Business
- [Winners Announced for the 2014 Startup Canada Awards](https://www.startupcan.ca/winners-announced-for-the-2014-startup-canada-awards/): Leading entrepreneurs, communities and organizations recognized for outstanding leadership in advancing Canadian entrepreneurship at the 2014 Startup Canada Awards Finale
- [Synching Government with Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/synching-government-with-startups/): By Melloney Campbell, Startup Canada Communications What do you get when you put together a startup savvy Federal Minister, a grassroots entrepreneur non-profit, and a room full of tech and data entrepreneurs? Innovation, impact and a better environment for startups. On September 8, 2014, grassroots entrepreneur non-profit Startup Canada, in partnership with Noah Redler, in his
- [Leasing and Space for Small Businesses with Robert Moses - August 2, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/robert-moses-thrive-podcast/): Arnon knows their relationships with tenants is more than a contract; it’s a commitment. For Robert Moses, the In-House Counsel and Real Estate Officer at Arnon Corporation, building great relationships from the start means success for everyone. "We like to see our tenants succeed because it's a win-win on both sides.”Arnon Corporation has achieved exceptional
- [Canadian Export Challenge launches to support 2,500 Canadian entrepreneurs to go global](https://www.startupcan.ca/canadian-export-challenge/): July 19, 2018, Ottawa​ - ​This fall, ​Startup Canada​ along with ​Export Development Canada​, UPS Canada​®​, and the Canadian ​Trade Commissioner Service​ will launch the ​Canadian Export Challenge​ to showcase and support the global ambitions of 2,500 Canadian entrepreneurs. Less than 10 percent of small and medium-sized businesses in Canada export; however, those that do
- [Coding for Women Founders with Laura Plant - July 26, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/laura-plant-thrive-podcast/): The strength of Canada’s economy is built through strong foundations, with young skilled leaders and tech-savvy innovators. Canada Learning Code, former Ladies Learning Code, started with the simple vision to empower women to build technical skills. Now, it’s grown through overwhelming support to teach Canadians of all ages and backgrounds the power of coding. “It’s really
- [Founder Find Your Tribe with Heather Galt - July 19, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/heather-galt-thrive-podcast/): Heather Galt is at the forefront of Canada’s largest tech hub. After seeing hundreds of startups scale into sustainable companies, she knows what it takes to grow. “That opportunity to work with growth coaches across the spectrum… that’s really what turns your company from its early concept stage to a growing, scaling organization. Heather is the
- [Building Success in STEM with Sue Abu Hakima - July 12, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march222018-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-3/): Sue Abu-Hakima is a serial entrepreneur, inventor, and innovator with more than 30 international patents. These patents have been recognized by more than 40 companies including Google, Apple, Facebook, and Microsoft as pioneering in their industries. “The things that drove me to where I am today, are the risks I took and the times I pushed
- [Building a Fortune 500 with Randy Cass - February 25 2019](https://www.startupcan.ca/nov14/): Randy Cass is an investment portfolio manager, who’s been in the industry over 15 years. He is also the founder and CEO of Nest Wealth, an innovative fintech based on robo-advisors that gives investors more personalize and transparent wealth management solutions. “It was just one day of recognition that someone’s got to do something,” says
- [Finding Funding for your Business with Mike Lee - February 11 2019](https://www.startupcan.ca/nov7-2/): Mike Lee is the president of Fudica.com. Fudica is Canada’s most successful traditional funding identification and connection platform. It which matches entrepreneurs, private investors, public funders and advisors through an award-winner crowdsourcing technology. Mike is also the President of R&D Partners, a leading R&D funding consultancy. Previously he was Director of Corporate Finance and Development
- [TruShield Insurance and Startup Canada Partner to Invest in Entrepreneur Success](https://www.startupcan.ca/entrepreneur-success-fund/): July 9, 2018 | Startup Canada and TruShield Insurance launched today the Entrepreneur Success Fund, to invest in solutions to promote entrepreneur success across Canada. The Fund is an initiative of Startup Canada’s Entrepreneur Success Advisory Council in partnership with TruShield Insurance, composed of entrepreneurs, ecosystem builders and industry leaders from across Ontario, who advise
- [Beyond Product and Profit with Margaux Khoury - January 7 2019](https://www.startupcan.ca/oct24/): Margaux Khoury is the CEO of “The Best Deodorant In The World,” a company based in New Brunswick that she started out of her kitchen with her husband Joshua. She is a compassionate, heart-centered entrepreneur who operates by two very simple philosophies: “People over profit” and “Profit With a Purpose.” “When you’re talking about “people
- [Start with Creating Value with Deborah Sweeney - January 21 2019](https://www.startupcan.ca/oct31/): Deborah Sweeney is the CEO and Owner of MyCorporation, a complete online provider of filing services for small businesses and entrepreneurs for over twenty years. “Being an entrepreneur, being the master of my own destiny, that is where I found success,” Deborah is an attorney-turned-entrepreneur who’s used her multifaceted background composed of law and business to
- [Removing the Stigma of Debt with Patrice Mousseau - November 26, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/oct3/): Patrice Mousseau is an Ojibway entrepreneur from Fort William First Nation, Ontario, who solved a market gap by creating a new line of organic skin care products out of her very own kitchen. Patrice Mousseau is the owner of company, Satya Organic Skin Care, which was developed out of the need to treat her baby
- [Your Business as a Global Experience with Paul Gaspar - December 10, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/oct10/): Paul is the Director of Small Business at UPS Canada, where he’s responsible for connecting and working with small businesses to educate and inform them on the many opportunities available to go global.“The one thing we’re not doing a good job at is beating our chest with that ‘made in Canada’ brand that we should
- [Avoiding Financial Roadblocks with Janine Rogan - December 24 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/janine-rogan-finance-podcast/): Janine Rogan is a Calgary-based CPA and Personal Finance Expert at her namesake company, JanineRogan.com. She is incredibly passionate about financial literacy and shares her wealth of knowledge to individuals and businesses across Canada. “Money doesn’t have to be scary and it shouldn’t really cause you stress,” says Janine. “Once your finances are under control,
- [Comparisons Made for Saving with Alyssa Furtado - October 15, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/sept12/): Alyssa is the Co-Founder of Toronto’s Ratehub Inc which owns and operates Ratehub.ca, an online comparison platform for mortgage rates, credit cards, deposits, and insurance. “I was doing some consultancy previously in the U.S. in the financial services and we were seeing consumers starting to research the best products online,” says Alyssa. “When I came
- [Protecting your Business with Guy Charpentier - October 29, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/sept19/): Guy Charpentier is the Manager of Customer Fraud Management at Mastercard. His day to day involves protecting Mastercard’s customers against global security breaches while following the latest fraud trends. “If you’re not investing in tools to protect yourself and not making yourself aware of the types of frauds and scams out there, then for sure you’re
- [Toward the Cashless Economy with Iain McLean - November 12, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/sept26/): Have you ever wondered what a cashless society will look like? Should your business even consider committing to electronic payments? “As we see better and better technology that make electronic payments faster, more convenient, and safer, we’ll see a greater acceleration of this displacement of cash,” says Iain McLean. Iain is the Senior Vice President of Market
- [It's About the Execution with Eva Lau - August 20, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/aug22/): As the managing partner and co-founder of Two Small Fish Ventures, Eva Lau is passionate about her job and hopes to nurture Canadian companies to scale and become next-generation tech giants. “Canada needs more tech giants and it needs more aspiring entrepreneurs who are not afraid to transform the world.” Based in Toronto, Eva was an entrepreneur
- [Building Relationships to Grow with David Nault - September 17, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/aug29/): How do you meet investors? How do you pitch them and stand out from the crowd? “Building relationships is the key,” says David Nault, a seasoned venture capitalist, and the former principal at iNovia Capital, a $500M VC firm based in Montreal, Toronto and the Valley. “Whether you’re a VC or an entrepreneur, it all starts
- [The Art and the Science of Growth with Michael Litt - October 1. 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/sept5/): Michael Litt is the CEO and Co-Founder of Vidyard. As a thought leader, serial entrepreneur, and a surfer, Michael has scaled one of the most innovative video analytics technologies. “We didn’t start this business with any financial background,” says Michael. “We had to learn.” An authority on entrepreneurship, Michael knows how to connect with the audience in
- [Tax Benefits for Your Business with Bob Gauvreau - September 4, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/aug15/): Bob Gauvreau is the founding partner of Gauvreau & Associates CPA, a firm that works with entrepreneurs to help them grow their business, increase profits, and pay fewer taxes. Gauvreau & Associates has been recognized as one of Canada’s fastest growing companies. “People should know that working with a good advisor can make your life easier,”
- [Pitching, Pivots and Profits with Nicole Verkindt - August 6, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/nicoleverkindtfinance/): Failure is part and parcel of entrepreneurship. With every failure, you grow. Yet, many of us still don’t know how to master the art of failing with grace. In this week’s #FinancePodcast, host Dr. Sean Wise talks to Nicole about dealing with failures and other tips and tricks to building the perfect pitch, sealing the
- [Pow Wow Pitch Digital Docu-Series Launches to Share the Stories of Six Indigenous Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/pow-wow-pitch-digu-doc/): June 25, 2018, | Pow Wow Pitch is a new digital docu-series produced by Startup Canada in partnership with the Business Development Bank of Canada, to feature the compelling stories of six Indigenous entrepreneurs. For the first time on camera, these entrepreneurs share the experiences and motivations that inspired them to start a business, opportunities,
- [Startup Canada and Evolocity Financial Group partner to Invest in Women Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/2018-startupwomen-fund/): Startup Canada and Evolocity Financial Group partner to Invest in Women Entrepreneurs June 18, 2018 | Startup Canada and Evolocity Financial Group launched today the 2018 Startup Canada Women Founders in STEM Fund, which provides micro-grants to women entrepreneurs and women-led companies in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) across Canada to help them start
- [2018 Québec Startup Canada Award Winners Announced in Montréal](https://www.startupcan.ca/2018-quebec-winners/): 2018 Québec Startup Canada Award Winners Announced Montréal, QC - June 13th | Startup Canada, the national rallying community and voice for Canadian entrepreneurs, announced eight outstanding entrepreneurs, businesses and support organizations from across Québec as winners of the Fifth Annual Startup Canada Awards. These awards are the hallmark event celebrating outstanding achievement in Canada’s
- [2018 Ontario Startup Canada Award Winners Announced in Sault Ste. Marie](https://www.startupcan.ca/2018-ontario-winners/): 2018 Ontario Startup Canada Award Winners Announced Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario - June 20th | Startup Canada, the national rallying community and voice for Canadian entrepreneurs, announced eight outstanding entrepreneurs, businesses and support organizations from across Ontario as winners of the Fifth Annual Startup Canada Awards. These awards are the hallmark event celebrating outstanding achievement
- [2018 Atlantic Startup Canada Award Winners Announced in Miramichi](https://www.startupcan.ca/2018-atlantic-winners/): 2018 Atlantic Startup Canada Award Winners Announced Miramichi, NB - June 7th | Startup Canada, the national rallying community and voice for Canadian entrepreneurs, announced nine outstanding entrepreneurs, businesses and support organizations from across Atlantic Canada as winners of the Fifth Annual Startup Canada Awards. These awards are the hallmark event celebrating outstanding achievement in
- [2018 British Columbia Award Winners Celebrated in Vancouver](https://www.startupcan.ca/2018-bc-winners/): 2018 British Columbia Award Winners Celebrated in Vancouver Vancouver, BC – May 30th | Startup Canada, the national rallying community and voice for Canadian entrepreneurs today named nine outstanding entrepreneurs, businesses and support organizations from British Columbia as winners of the fifth annual Startup Canada Awards. These awards are the hallmark event celebrating outstanding achievement
- [Breaking Barriers in Tech with Joanne Stanley - May 24, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march222018-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2/): Women in Communications and Technology (WCT) represents a nationwide network of women and companies. WCT is dedicated to the advancement of women as leaders and contributors to Canada’s digital economy. “Were not just talking about it, were making a difference with programs in place that are helping women, we are seeing success.” Joanne Stanley is
- [2018 Startup Canada North Award Winners Celebrated in Whitehorse](https://www.startupcan.ca/prairies-winners-announced/): 2018 North Startup Canada Award Winners Celebrated in Whitehorse Whitehorse – May 27, 2018 | Startup Canada, the national rallying community and voice for Canadian entrepreneurs today named eight outstanding entrepreneurs, businesses and support organizations from the North as winners of the fifth annual Startup Canada Awards. These Awards are the hallmark event celebrating outstanding achievement
- [2018 Startup Canada Prairies Award Winners Celebrated in Winnipeg](https://www.startupcan.ca/nominations-now-open-for-the-2015-startup-canada-awards-2/): Winnipeg – May 25th 2018 | Startup Canada, the national rallying community and voice for Canadian entrepreneurs today named nine outstanding entrepreneurs, businesses and support organizations from the Prairies as winners of the fifth annual Startup Canada Awards. These awards are the hallmark event celebrating outstanding achievement in Canada’s entrepreneurship and innovation community. The winners were
- [Pivoting your Approach to Grow with Margaret Hachey - July 5, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march222018-2-2-2-2-2-3-2/): Margaret is the Managing Director of GroYourBiz, an organization that builds peer-to-peer advisory boards for women entrepreneurs. It offers training, support, advisory services and strategic alliances for women ready and committed to taking their business to the next level.“Stop doing the fifteen dollar an hour jobs and start doing the $150 an hour jobs, that’s
- [Legal Considerations for Founders with Megan Cornell - June 28, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march222018-2-2-2-2-2-3/): It’s important to consider your legal requirements as an entrepreneur starting a new business. Megan Cornell, Founder and CEO of Momentum Law knows accurate and affordable are two words entrepreneurs look for in a startup law firm.“What we are really good at delivering is the wisdom, the piece that says, you are here and you're
- [The Power of Storytelling in Indigenous Communities with Paul Chaput - August 7, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march62018-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/): How do you instill values, culture, and knowledge into a community? Usually, it’s through telling and sharing stories … unless they are taken away. Paul Chaput decided to forge research and film to advocate for the advancement of Indigenous communities through his film Planting Seeds, Feeding Communities. “The title is a metaphor because a lot of
- [Investing in Women in Tech with Michelle Scarborough - July 31, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/micelle-scarborough-podcast/): What does it take to become a trailblazer in Canada’s venture capitalist industry? Michelle Scarborough, Managing Director of Strategic Investments and Women in Tech at BDC Capital is responsible for the allocation, orientation and execution of 200 million dollars of investment capital – the Women in Tech Fund is currently the world’s largest venture capital
- [Shifting Tides in Indigenous Entrepreneurship with Gabrielle Scrimshaw - July 17 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/gabrielle_scrimshaw/): Gabrielle Scrimshaw considers herself to be an accidental activist. After traveling the world and connecting with Indigenous populations in Australia, New Zealand, and Peru, Gabrielle found the strength to startup.“People everywhere in the world are just like figuring it out. Nobody is giving you permission to do anything. You just have to go out and
- [Thinking Differently: Neurodiversity & Entrepreneurship with Shawn Smith - July 10 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march62018-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3/): Atlantic Canada’s Shawn Smith was diagnosed with ADHD Inattentive Type at age 30. Prior to his diagnosis, Shawn struggled at every level of the public education system. Now, he’s working to transform the system. “We’re not machines, were people. We don't need fixing, we need nurturing.” Prescribed medication gave Shawn’s brain the jump-start it needed
- [Amplified Disruption: Revolutionizing Music with Chris Prendergast - July 3 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march62018-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/): Chris Prendergast, a Canadian science teacher dubbed “Guitar Chris” throughout his college career, was inspired by his own pain-point as a musician. And the idea became a hit. The campaign has raised more than eighty thousand dollars in Kickstarter and is working towards to reach just as much in Indiegogo currently. “You must have a
- [Leveraging Technology to Grow with Quebec with Peter Sastny & Carol Cotton - July 24 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/peter_stastny_carol_cotton/): Quebec is filled with economic innovation, ICT specialists and the spirit of entrepreneurship. Peter Stastny is a business development specialist with over three decades running, building and coaching small businesses, working to spark and sustain economic development in the community. Carol Cotton is the General Director of the ICT Technocentre in Gaspesie, Quebec. For the
- [Practical Steps for Finding Funding with Mike Lee - June 21, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/funding-mike-lee/): Fudica is Canada’s most successful traditional funding identification and connection platform, which matches entrepreneurs, private investors, public funders and advisors through an award-winner crowdsourcing technology.“Funding is not something that should be a big mystery or something you should spend so much time looking for.”Mike Lee is the CEO of Fundica. He is also the President
- [Supporting Youth Entrepreneurs with Julia Deans - June 14, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march222018-2-2-2-2-2-2/): What is the future of Canada’s entrepreneurs? Julia Deans, CEO of Futurpreneur is building the foundation upon which Canada’s youth will become innovators and global leaders.“We help a young person with any kind of idea turn it into a plan, into a viable business.” Julia is a former lawyer, entrepreneur, national thought leader, and has
- [Finding Funding & Mentors with Ria Lupton - May 17, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march222018-2-2-2-2/): As the Director of SheWorx, a Toronto-based mentorship hub for women entrepreneurs, Ria Lupton is closing the funding gap by democratizing access to top mentors and investors. She’s also driving the global movement for gender parity in entrepreneurship. “Educate yourself around whatever you are supporting, and support it in any mean or ways you can.”
- [A Voice for Independent Businesses with Dan Kelly - May 3, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march222018-2-2-2/): With over 109,000 members, Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) is the largest organization in Canada devoted exclusively to the interests of independent small business owners. “The foundation of the organization has been on the advocacy side, it’s what got us started and motivates us today, to ensure that small and medium firms have a
- [Angel & VC Hybrids: Innovating Investment Finance with Sophie Forest - June 26 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march62018-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2/): Sophie Forest is an incendiary angel investor and venture capitalist, a combination that is sure to make sparks fly. As managing partner, along with her team made up of diverse skill sets and strengths, Brightspark ventures is the leading early-stage internet, media, and software venture capital firm in Canada.“ I think we make better decisions
- [The Story of an Indigenous Maker with Patrice Mousseau - June 19 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march62018-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2/): Patrice Mousseau is the Founder and CEO of Satya Organic, a company built on intention and purpose.“I knew that the company I created was going to have more attention than profit.”With the onset of her daughter’s eczema, and a refusal to use steroid creams, Patrice began researching natural and organic ways to treat her daughter’s
- [The Psychology Behind a Winning UX with Jason Goodman - June 12, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march62018-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2/): What does an entrepreneur with a skill set in psychology, product design, marketing and business development do? They scramble up their expertise and deliver a one-of-a-kind digital agency rooted in human-centered innovations, immersing users in holistic experiences. “I was fascinated by how people work, think and learn, but also how we don’t work and how
- [Breathing Fire into Canadian Investments with Michelle Romanow - June 5 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march62018-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2/): To make waves as a Canadian entrepreneur is something to be proud of. Now, imagine being the youngest investor on CBC’s Dragons Den while starting three companies before you’re 28 years old. “Setting big goals is the first thing. You have to not want to be a little business anymore.” Michele Romanow is the Co-Founder
- [The Story Behind Canada's Poutine Empire with Ryan Smolkin - April 24 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march62018-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/): If you’re a Canadian who’s traveled abroad, you’ve likely had a conversation describing your favourite Canadian dish. With three ingredients and the potential for hundreds more, Canadian’s often bond over gravy, curds, and PEI potatoes. Ryan Smolkin, the Founder and CEO of Smokes Poutine is no stranger to the poutine frenzy - in fact, he
- [The Disruption & Revival of Sports with Colin Weston - May 8 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march62018-2-2-2-2-2-3-2/): He wears many hats, and sometimes wears them all together. He is a golf disruptor, sports architect, and a podcast host. Originally coming from an international architectural background, Colin Westin brings innovative designs to the sports industry and re-imagines the ways people enjoy sports, particularly golf. “I’m an architect, an entrepreneur, and we just have
- [Capital Advice for Women Entrepreneurs with Laura Didyk - April 19, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march222018-2-2/): Laura is Vice President of Alberta South at the Business Development Bank of Canada – Canada’s only financial institution devoted exclusively to entrepreneurs. “Understand your strengths and weaknesses and surround yourself with people to fill those gaps, like a good accountant or financial advisor to best fit their needs.” Laura has worked with thousands of business
- [How We Can Win with Anthony Lacavera - April 17 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march62018-2-2-2-2-2-2/): Anthony Lacavera is best known for being the Founder and CEO of Wind Mobile. Not only has Anthony built Canada’s fourth largest phone carrier, he has also invested in some of Canada’s most promising startups. As an active leader in Canada’s entrepreneurship community, Anthony is often a fixture at some of Toronto’s hottest incubators, including
- [Indigenous Business as a Tool for Change with Kate Taylor - April 10, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march62018-2-2-2-2-2/): Founded as a non-profit organization in 2013, Aki Energy has successfully installed over $6 million in renewable energy systems in the First Nations communities in Manitoba, leading to over a quarter of a million dollars in annual bill reductions. The company has also greatly contributed to the community by providing local tradesmen with new skill
- [Radically Generous Women with Vicki Saunders – April 5, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march222018-2/): Vicki Saunders is an entrepreneur, an award-winning mentor and an advisor to the next generation of change makers. A sought-after speaker, Vicki has graced the stages of TEDx Conferences, the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Women of Influence Series in Canada and was selected as a Global Leader for Tomorrow by the World Economic
- [The Path to Grow and Exit a Business with Bruce Croxon – April 3, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march62018-2-2-2-2/): What does it take to build a wildly successful Canadian technology company? For Bruce Croxon, it took over a decade of entrepreneurial endurance. “It’s never all pleasure, it was a 15 year overnight success story.” Bruce Croxon is one the most sought-out mentors and investors among aspiring entrepreneurs in Canada, as he regularly shares the
- [My Platform is my Podium with Siera Bearchell – March 27, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march62018-2-2-2/): You don’t become a multi-pageant winner and successful business owner without learning a few life lessons. For Siera Bearchell, one of her biggest realizations was the importance of overcoming the fear of risk. “What’s the worst thing that’s going to happen? You’re going to learn from it, it’s going to be an experience, and you move
- [Stories from the Heart with Komal Minhas – March 20, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march62018-2-2/): One of the deepest connections humans can make is sharing stories close to their heart. Komal Minhas, Producer of Dream, Girl, has shared the real, complicated and empowering stories of women and girls across the globe. “Stories are at the heart of everything … it’s the authenticity and vulnerability that you are willing to put forward
- [Championing Companies to Market with Michelle Caers – March 13, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march62018-2/): Michelle’s hands-on experience spans 20 years as she’s led over six startup teams and continues to champion companies to get their products to market. When she isn’t traveling the Globe or working with her team, Michelle mentors with The Next36 and is an Entrepreneur in Residence at the Ryerson DMZ in Toronto. “I believe that the
- [Startup Canada launches new Thrive Podcast for women entrepreneurs with host Janice McDonald](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-launches-new-thrive-podcast-for-women-entrepreneurs-with-host-janice-mcdonald/): March 9, 2018 | Startup Canada, the national rallying community and voice for Canada’s entrepreneurs, in partnership with the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC), the only Canadian bank devoted exclusively to entrepreneurs, announced yesterday the launch of THRIVE, a new podcast on the Startup Canada Podcast Network. The podcast, released on International Women’s Day,
- [Recruiting Women in Tech with Dr. Cindy Gordon – March 22, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march222018/): As an award winning tech entrepreneur and the National Spokesperson for CanWIT Women in Technology, Cindy Gordon is a national champion calling for better strategies and laws to increase the representation of women on tech company boards and in executive level offices. “The tech sector specifically needs far greater leadership, diversity and representation." Cindy is the
- [Blending Work & Wellness with Emily Rose Antflick – March 8, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march82018/): Emily Rose Antflick is on a mission to live an integrated life, where her entrepreneurial work is a journey of her soul.“I started dreaming of what a workplace would be like where I could show up and be myself.” Emily Rose Antflick is the Founder and Chief Community Cultivator at Shecosystem. Everyday, she works to create
- [Being an Entrepreneurial Powerhouse with Devon Brooks – March 6, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/march62018/): Not every 21 year old can start a blow-dry bar empire, let alone create a new market category in an age-old industry. For Devon Brooks, it came down recognizing a problem and providing a solution through simplification. “We didn’t realize it at the time, but we had really defined a new market sector. For us,
- [Transformations Through Technology with Eric Mercer – February 27, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/december-26-2017-5-2-2-2-2-2/): With passion for consumer and digital marketing, technological innovation and communications, Eric Mercer is classically trained in consumer marketing at Procter & Gamble Company and has worked with global organizations such as Red Bull, WalMart and Estee Lauder. Eric has accumulated a great depth of consumer and marketing knowledge, bringing an informed vision on what
- [Startup Canada opens nominations for fifth annual Startup Canada Awards](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-opens-nominations-fifth-annual-startup-canada-awards/): Nominations open until April 3, 2018 February 9, 2018 - Startup Canada, the national rallying community and voice for Canada’s entrepreneurs, opened nominations today for the fifth annual Startup Canada Awards. The Awards are the hallmark event celebrating outstanding achievements in Canada’s entrepreneurship and innovation community. Individuals, businesses, and organizations are invited to apply for
- [The Purpose Generation with Keith Ippel – February 20, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/december-26-2017-5-2-2-2-2/): A visionary from Vancouver, Keith Ippel recognizes the new age of the Canadian business landscape. “The notion of a non-profit is a byproduct of a bygone era. When people did capitalism with no moral compass. And that era is gone. Especially with millennials as a purpose generation, and we see it manifested in Whole Foods, Tesla,
- [Rewarding Micro Actions with Giovanna Mingarelli – February 13, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/december-26-2017-5-2-2-2/): On a mission to encourage social good by rewarding micro actions, Giovanna Mingarelli is the back-bone behind MC2, an Ottawa-based tech startup offering Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) chatbots for social action. “MC2 is founded on the idea that we can apply data specifically to civic engagement and government and drive home making civic engagement more fun, participatory and
- [Business and Bonfires with Dan Levine and Steven Pulver – February 6, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/december-26-2017-5-2-2/): As leaves begin to change, entrepreneurs from across Canada head to the friendly town of Bancroft (between Toronto and Ottawa) to join their like-minded counterparts at the Fireside Conference. With sparks of knowledge shared in adirondack chairs and intriguing content for every entrepreneur, lawyer-friends Steven Pulver and Daniel Levine designed the Fireside Conference to welcome
- [The Golden Rules for Firing & Hiring with Malcolm MacKillop – January 30, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/december-26-2017-5-2/): Knowing your rights as an employer is as crucial as knowing the implications of hiring and firing. With so many expert employment lawyers in Canada, there’s no reason you can't protect yourself while hiring a team that accels. “It’s very important to hire the right people.” Malcolm MacKillop is a founding member and primary partner at
- [Immersing in Virtual Reality with Robert Bruski – January 23, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/december-26-2017-5/): After having spent almost 10 years at financial institutions as an investment specialist, Robert Bruski spotted a game-changing trend and leaped ahead of the curve as he co-founded Control V, the very first virtual reality arcade in North America. “When you create something truly out of the box, which comes from your creativity, run with
- [The Art of Technology with Emily Smith – January 16, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/december-26-2017-4/): Storytelling is essential for growing a strong and memorable brand. For Emily Smith, it seemed obvious that in order to stay ahead, companies need to combine the power of art and science. “We’re an experience company. We leverage the latest tech to create amazing, shared-story experiences for our clients customers.” Emily is the CEO of *no campfire
- [Being Your Own Boss with Gloria Roheim McRae – January 9, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/december-26-2017-3/): Gloria Roheim McRae attributes her success to one common denominator. “Everything we create, every act of a business, of creativity, of relationships, of friendship, is about love. It starts from love and it is fostered by love. And love will get us through those hard, hard times. It's gotten me through the hardest moments of entrepreneurship.” Gloria
- [Making Startups Sparkle & Shine with April Dunford – January 2, 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/december-26-2017-2/): April Dunford is the brains behind making a startups product sparkle. After noticing the disconnect that often happens when entrepreneurs are hyper-focused on their startup for months, even years, April created a framework and action plan to strategically position the result of determination and hard work. “You’ve built a thing, it’s amazing, it has special features.
- [The Embassy of Israel and Startup Canada Announce the 2017 Winner of  Startup Jerusalem Competition](https://www.startupcan.ca/embassy-israel-startup-canada-announce-2017-winner-startup-jerusalem-competition/): October 19, 2017 | Earlier this year, Startup Canada and the Embassy of Israel partnered to search for a young Canadian entrepreneur to send to this year’s StartJLM Conference (#StartJLM) in Jerusalem, Israel, November 5, 2017 to November 11, 2017. Today, His Excellency Nimrod Barkan, Ambassador of Israel in Canada attended Startup Canada Day on
- [Next-Generation Skills and Technologies Proven Key in the Advancement of Canadian-Owned Small Businesses](https://www.startupcan.ca/next-generation-skills-technologies-proven-key-advancement-canadian-owned-small-businesses/): October 19, 2017 | A report released today by Startup Canada, the national rallying community and voice for Canadian entrepreneurs, explores the importance of next-generation skills and technologies in the advancement of Canadian small businesses. The report reveals that 73 per cent of small business owners (SBOs) list digital skills among their top three priorities.
- [Fostering Equality and Entrepreneurship: Startup Canada and the Almas Jiwani Foundation enter Strategic Partnership](https://www.startupcan.ca/fostering-equality-entrepreneurship-startup-canada-almas-jiwani-foundation-enter-strategic-partnership/): October 19, 2017 | At Startup Canada day on the Hill in Ottawa today, Startup Canada, the national rallying community and voice for Canada’s 2.3 million entrepreneurs, and the Almas Jiwani Foundation are announcing a joining of forces to advance entrepreneurship and equality in Canada. The Almas Jiwani Foundation is a champion for gender equality
- [Startup Canada recognizes Ministers Chagger and Bains for their leadership](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-recognizes-ministers-chagger-bains-leadership/): October 19, 2017 - Startup Canada, the national rallying community and voice for Canada’s entrepreneurs, today recognized the Honourable Bardish Chagger, Minister of Small Business and Tourism and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, and the Honourable Navdeep Bains, the Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, for their leadership and impact
- [BDC and Startup Canada Announce Startup Canada Awards Alumni Program](https://www.startupcan.ca/bdc-startup-canada-announce-startup-canada-awards-alumni-program/): October 19, 2017 - The Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC), the only bank devoted exclusively to entrepreneurs, and Startup Canada, the national rallying community and voice for Canada’s entrepreneurs, announced today a new Startup Canada Awards Alumni Program (Alumni Program) to bring together, tell stories of, and foster a community of influence and excellence
- [Startup Canada and Evolocity Financial Group Announce the 2017 Recipients of the Startup Canada Women Founders Fund](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-evolocity-financial-group-announce-2017-recipients-startup-canada-women-founders-fund/): October 19, 2017 | Startup Canada, the national rallying community for Canadian entrepreneurs, announced today in partnership with Evolocity Financial Group that Jessica Ching, Diane Matyas, Eloise Ambursley and Andrea Palmer are the recipients of the 2017 Startup Canada Women Founders Fund. The Fund provides micro-grants to women entrepreneurs and women-led companies in Canada to
- [STARTUP CANADA RESPONDS TO GOVERNMENT OF CANADA TAX FAIRNESS ANNOUNCEMENT](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-responds-government-canada-tax-fairness-announcement/): STARTUP CANADA RESPONDS TO GOVERNMENT OF CANADA TAX FAIRNESS ANNOUNCEMENT OCTOBER 16, 2017 - STOUFFVILLE, ON - This morning, Startup Canada CEO and Co-Founder Victoria Lennox joined Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in Stouffville, Ontario, where he announced the Government of Canada will reduce the small business tax rate and adjust controversial proposed tax changes based
- [2017 National Startup Canada Award Winners Celebrated in Ottawa](https://www.startupcan.ca/2017-national-startup-canada-award-winners-celebrated-ottawa/): October 19, 2017 | Ottawa | Startup Canada Startup Canada, the national rallying community for Canadian entrepreneurs, today named 17 outstanding entrepreneurs, businesses and support organizations from across Canada as winners of the fourth annual national Startup Canada Awards. The winners were announced at a ceremony in Ottawa, ON, attended by leading Canadian investors, innovators,
- [5 Things I’m looking forward to on Startup Day on the Hill 2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/5-things-im-looking-forward-startup-day-hill-2017/): With just over a week to go (and tickets selling fast) I’m getting terribly excited for this year’s Startup Day on the Hill. With thousands attending and multiple stages there is something for everybody. Whether you are an entrepreneur, investor or someone who serves either, this event is the place to be on Oct 19th.
- [Government of Canada’s Build in Canada Innovation Program (BCIP) Partners with Startup Canada to Advance Canadian Entrepreneurship](https://www.startupcan.ca/government-canadas-build-canada-innovation-program-bcip-partners-startup-canada-advance-canadian-entrepreneurship/): OTTAWA, Oct. 11, 2017- BCIP, a procurement program that helps Canadian innovators bridge the commercialization gap by becoming their first customer, will join Startup Canada on Oct. 19 as a presenting partner of the fourth annual Startup Canada Day on the Hill. Startup Canada Day on the Hill is the largest annual gathering of entrepreneurs,
- [Strategic Communications With Style with Jennifer Stewart - May 28th 2020](https://www.startupcan.ca/jennifer-stewart-thrive-podcast/): Sometimes talking the talk is just as important as walking the walk, and Jennifer Stewart knows how to do both! Jennifer Stewart is the founder and owner of Syntax Strategic, a leading communications, media and public affairs firm based in Ottawa. She has been named one of the top 25 people in the nation’s capital
- [Building A Brand with Jeremy Miller - October 27, 2020](https://www.startupcan.ca/jeremy-miller-startup-podcast/): Branding has the power to build or break a business, but what is branding and how do you master it? Branding is a choice that starts with strategy, just ask Jeremy Miller! Jeremy Miller is a globally recognized branding expert, and the bestselling author of Sticky Branding and Brand New Name. Jeremy’s path into branding
- [Enhancing Success: Adopting New Tech with Dominic Sévigny - December 29, 2020](https://www.startupcan.ca/dominic-sevigny-startup-podcast/): Technology changes and trends shift every day. However, through hard work, persistence, and a focussed business model, entrepreneurs can equip themselves to adapt to these changes and use them as growth opportunities. Just ask Dominic Sévigny, Founder, President, and COO of SmartUse Solutions Inc.! Dominic Sévigny has a double degree in electronic and software development.
- [Cybersecurity for Startups with Anne Genge - October 13, 2020](https://www.startupcan.ca/anne-genge-startup-podcast/): Every entrepreneur should know the basics of data privacy, cybersecurity, and the risks their startup is exposed to. Just ask Anne Genge, Co-Founder of the Alexio Corporation! In 2017 Anne Genge Co-founded Alexio Corporation, now a National and Global Award-winning Cybersecurity firm. With over 20 years of industry experience, Anne knows the challenges healthcare providers
- [Shoot Your Shot: Navigating the Gig Economy with Nicole Smith - December 8, 2020](https://www.startupcan.ca/nicole-smith-startup-podcast/): Building an engaged, happy global community in the gig economy isn’t easy, but it is possible - just ask Nicole Smith, Founder and CEO of Flytographer! Nicole’s company Flytographer is a marketplace that connects travelers with hand-picked local photographers for fun vacation photoshoots. In six years, Nicole has grown Flytographer into a multi-million dollar business
- [Sparking Engagement: The Strengths of Storytelling with Mark Evans - May 23rd 2019](https://www.startupcan.ca/mark-evans-thrive-podcast/): Mark Evans is the principal of ME Consulting and recently became the V.P. of Marketing at Daisy Intelligence, a high powered software platform that helps retailers and insurance companies turn their data into real business recommendations. “It feels like I've been writing this storytelling way for a long time, and the rest of the world
- [Building Great Teams with Bruce Croxon - January 19, 2021](https://www.startupcan.ca/bruce-croxon-startup-podcast/): It’s no secret that a great team can be the difference between a company’s success and failure. Bruce Croxon, Partner at Round13 Capital, values a few specific traits on his team - curiosity and open mindedness. Bruce Croxon made his mark as a digital pioneer by co-founding Lavalife and revolutionizing how people connect. Under his
- [Swirltex wins Edmonton Canadian Export Challenge Pitch Competition and moves onto National Final Showdown](https://www.startupcan.ca/swirltex-wins-edmonton-canadian-export-challenge-pitch-competition-and-moves-onto-national-final-showdown/): Edmonton, AB - May 21, 2019 | Swirltex was named the winner of the Edmonton Canadian Export Challenge Pitch Competition. Melanie McClaire, CEO of Swirltex won $2,500 and a trip to Toronto where she will compete head-to-head against six regional finalists for the grand prize of $25,000 and up to $100,000 in in-kind scaling support.
- [2019 Startup Canada Awards Prairies Regional Winners Celebrated in Edmonton](https://www.startupcan.ca/2019-startup-canada-awards-prairies-regional-winners-celebrated-in-edmonton/): Edmonton, AB – May 16, 2019 | Today, Startup Canada joined forces with Startup Edmonton, TEC Edmonton, and Edmonton Economic Development to celebrate and recognize the top entrepreneurs, businesses, and support organizations across the Prairies at the 2019 Startup Canada Awards - Prairies Regional ceremony. The ceremony was hosted by two of Edmonton’s finest -
- [2019 Startup Canada Awards - Winners Announced in Vancouver](https://www.startupcan.ca/2019-startup-canada-awards-winners-announced-in-vancouver/): Vancouver, BC – May 13, 2019 | Today, Startup Canada joined forces with Startup Vancouver to celebrate and recognize the top entrepreneurs, businesses and support organizations in the BC at the 2019 Startup Canada Awards - BC Region ceremony. This year’s Startup Canada Awards in the BC region will be hosted by two of Vancouver’s
- [Utilizing the Right Tech with Michal Pisarek - February 2, 2021](https://www.startupcan.ca/michal-pisarek-startup-podcast/): Powerful technology is only as good as its application - faults in execution and implementation can often lead to over digitalized workspaces and overly complicated operations. So how do we utilize tech to empower customers and our ventures? Just ask Michal Pisarek, CEO of Orchestry! Six-time Microsoft SharePoint MVP, former Co-Founder of Dynamic Owl Consulting
- [Changing the Landscape for Calgary's Entrepreneurs with Kari Gordon - May 22 2019](https://www.startupcan.ca/riya-karumanchi-startup-podcast-2-3/): Kari Gordon is a successful community builder specializing in grassroots organizations. She is the Director of Ecosystem and Export Development at Calgary Economic Development and the Executive Director at Startup Calgary. “We truly help people from the ideation stage and walk them through the journey and process.” In this week’s #StartupPodcast, Rivers talks to Kari about the
- [2019 Startup Canada Award Winners Announced in Whitehorse](https://www.startupcan.ca/2019-startup-canada-award-winners-announced-in-whitehorse/): Whitehorse, YT – May 11, 2019 | Today, Startup Canada joined forces with Yukonstruct Society and Startup Whitehorse to celebrate and recognize the top entrepreneurs, businesses and support organizations in the North at the 2019 Startup Canada Awards - North Region ceremony. Hosted for the second time by Lauren Manekin Beille, Manager of Innovation and
- [ECB Verdyol wins Winnipeg Canadian Export Challenge Pitch Competition and moves onto National Final Showdown](https://www.startupcan.ca/ecb-verdyol-wins-winnipeg-canadian-export-challenge-pitch-competition-and-moves-onto-national-final-showdown/): Winnipeg, MB - May 10, 2019 | Yesterday, ECB Verdyol was named the winner of the Winnipeg Canadian Export Challenge Pitch Competition. CEO Mark Myrowich won $2,500 and a trip to Toronto where he will compete head-to-head against seven regional finalists for the grand prize of $25,000 and up to $100,000 in in-kind scaling support.
- [ISED, She Shaid - Federal Economic Empowerment with Frances McRae](https://www.startupcan.ca/frances-mcrae-thrive-podcast/): Frances McCrae is the Assistant Deputy Minister of Small Business and Marketplace services at Innovation, Science and Economic development Canada (ISED). The sector collaborates with and has oversight on responsibilities for the Business Development Bank of Canada, and also administers three ISED marketplace frameworks and regulations that include Corporations Canada, Measurement Canada, and the Office
- [Empowering Your Enterprise with Uchechi Ezurike-Bosse - May 9th 2019](https://www.startupcan.ca/uchechi-thrive-podcast/): Uchechi is the founder of My Empowered Living, where she is committed to helping entrepreneurs increase their wealth and confidence by offering her expertise and proven strategies. “Once you bridge that gap in terms of knowing who your customers are, where they’re at, and the struggles they have, you are able to now tailor your
- [Supplier Diversity, Supply Chains and Impact with Kathy Cheng](https://www.startupcan.ca/kathy-cheng-thrive-podcast/): Kathy Cheng is the President of WS & Co., one of Canada’s leading full-service apparel manufacturers. She is also the Founder of WS & Co.’s in-stock apparel line, Redwood Classics Apparel, which provides promotional and retail distributors with trending garments that are handcrafted in North America. "“It’s a story of our makers. At the end
- [Hiring the Right People to Scale Your Business with Karen Lavoie - April 25 2019](https://www.startupcan.ca/katie-miller-thrive-podcast-2/): Karen Lavoie has been an employment consultant for more than eighteen years, helping companies and startups find the right members for their teams. Specializing in the ICT sector, the key behind Karen’s success is her ability to tap into the hidden job market and understand technology and skill trends using skills gap analysis. In this
- [Nurturing Social Entrepreneurship with Katie Miller - April 18 2019](https://www.startupcan.ca/katie-miller-thrive-podcast/): Katie Miller is the Managing Director at Impact Hub Ottawa, a collaborative co working space and community that inspires, connects and enables people working to solve the world's challenges big and small. Part of a global network of over 100 Impact Hubs and 16,000 members, Impact Hub represents the largest network of social innovators in
- [Creating a Culture for Entrepreneurs with Victoria Lennox- April 11th 2019](https://www.startupcan.ca/victoria-lennox-thrive-podcast/): Startup Canada is Canada’s entrepreneurship organization. Startup Canada promotes and supports the success and growth of Canada’s 2.3 million entrepreneurs, with a mandate to foster economic growth, competitiveness, and prosperity through entrepreneurship. "Every individual has something special to give this world, and I truly believe that entrepreneurship can be a vehicle to do this” As
- [Building Better Businesses Through B-Corps - April 4th 2019](https://www.startupcan.ca/craig-carla-thrive-podcast/): Craig Ryan is the Director of Social Entrepreneurship at the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC), and Carla Heim is BDC's Senior Advisor of Social Entrepreneurship. This duo is committed to growing the B Corp movement for entrepreneurs in Canada. In this week's episode, we talk to Craig and Carla about the B-Corp movement and
- [Welcoming Wellness and Implementing Inclusion with Dr. Helen Ofosu - March 28th 2019](https://www.startupcan.ca/gloria-roheim-mcrae-thrive-podcast-2-2/): When you’re starting a business, human resources (HR) might not be top of mind. But as soon as you begin hiring, it’s a part of business ownership that entrepreneurs will need to explore. Dr. Helen Ofosu, Career Psychologist and HR Consultant and Founder of I/O Advisory Services knows that not only do you need to
- [What Canada's Women Entrepreneurs Need with Nicole Verkindt - March 21st 2019](https://www.startupcan.ca/gloria-roheim-mcrae-thrive-podcast-2/): Nicole Verkindt is a serial entrepreneur and a Dragon on CBC’s Next Gen Den. She is the CEO and Founder of Offset Market Exchange, a tech company that supports businesses to be more efficient, reduces costs, and reap the highest economic benefit from government procurement contracts. She currently sits on the Board of Directors for
- [Award-winning serial entrepreneur Nicole Verkindt named Startup Canada’s 2019 Ambassador for Women’s Entrepreneurship](https://www.startupcan.ca/award-winning-serial-entrepreneur-nicole-verkindt-named-startup-canadas-2019-ambassador-for-womens-entrepreneurship/): March 20, 2019, Ottawa - Startup Canada, Canada’s entrepreneurship organization, today named Nicole Verkindt as the 2019 Ambassador for Women’s Entrepreneurship. She is the CEO and Founder of theOMX.com, sits on the Board of Directors of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, Canadian Commercial Corporation, and is a member of the Business Council of Canada,
- [Business Built by Humble Hands with Gloria Roheim McRae - March 14 2019](https://www.startupcan.ca/gloria-roheim-mcrae-thrive-podcast/): We are so excited to have Gloria Roheim McRae on the Thrive Podcast today. Gloria is a Senior Manager of Solutions Consultants at Hootsuite by day, where she is leading enterprise level solutions for the financial service sector across North America. Gloria is also an international speaker and a TedX Keynote speaker as well as
- [Owning Your Story For Success with Erin Bury - March 8, 2019](https://www.startupcan.ca/maria-locker-thrive-podcast-2-2/): Today we launch the new Thrive Podcast Series with Komal Minhas. We are so thrilled to have Erin Bury on the inaugural Thrive Podcast episode today. Erin Bury is an entrepreneur, speaker, startup advisor/investor, and former technology journalist. In her most recent role, Erin spent 6 years as Managing Director at Eighty-Eight, a Toronto-based creative
- [A New Norm: Women's Entrepreneurship Post COVID with Paulette Senior - December 3, 2020](https://www.startupcan.ca/paulette-senior-thrive-podcast/): The COVID-19 pandemic has helped identify the scope of disparities that exist for women entrepreneurs in Canada. Luckily, we can use the current crisis as a point of reference when crafting a new norm - just ask Paulette Senior, President and CEO of the Canadian Women’s Foundation! Paulette Senior has devoted her life and career
- [Legal Lessons for Women Entrepreneurs with Megan Cornell - June 25th 2020](https://www.startupcan.ca/megan-cornell-thrive-podcast/): Innovation in sectors where there typically isn’t a lot of innovation makes for quite the opportunity – just ask Megan Cornell, CEO & Chief Ideas Officer, Momentum Business Law and Momentum Law Labs! Megan spent the first decade of her practice working in Big Law, learning what all sizes of businesses in all types of
- [Practising the Pause with Sunshine Tenasco - September 24, 2020](https://www.startupcan.ca/sunshine-tenasco-thrive-podcast/): Being an entrepreneur can be incredibly draining and stressful, especially during the current pandemic. Sunshine Tenasco, CEO of Pow Wow Pitch and Founder of Her Braids, urges Canadian entrepreneurs to “practice the pause” and actively allocate time for life outside of work. Sunshine Tenasco is a First Nations mommy of four funny kids from Kitigan
- [#StartupChats Recap - Making Cashflow Work for You - May 12 2021](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-cashflow-may12/): On Wednesday, May 12th during #StartupChats, we talked about Making Cashflow Work For You with Scotiabank. We were joined by cash flow and finance experts; Nikki Bettinelli, Owner of NB Media Tracey Bissett, Founder of Bissett Financial Fitness Inc. Jason Charlebois, Senior VP of Small Business Banking First, we defined cash flow; A1. Money coming,
- [The Power of Taking Action with Ariel Gough - October 1, 2020](https://www.startupcan.ca/ariel-gough-thrive-podcast/): Realizing the power of taking action and building a values-based business can help you stand out from the entrepreneurial crowd - just ask Ariel Gough, Co-Founder of Bailly Cosmetics. Ariel Gough is a social entrepreneur, policy advisor and TEDx speaker. She was a policy and regional advisor to the federal minister of Families, Children and
- [Small Batch Gelato, Big Batch Culture with James Boettcher - February 19 2019](https://www.startupcan.ca/james-boettcher-startup-podcast/): Meet James Boettcher, a serial entrepreneur who is showing his customers that they CAN buy happiness - and it comes in an aesthetically-pleasing jar. James is the CEO, Custodian of Culture, and Chief Idea Officer of one of the fastest-growing private companies in Canada, Fiasco Gelato, the winner of the 2018 Startup Canada Prairies High-Growth
- [#StartupChats Recap - eCommerce and Online Payments - May 5 2021](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats-recap-planning-for-success-writing-your-business-plan-april-14-2021/): On Wednesday, May 5th during #StartupChats, we talked about eCommerce and Online Payments. We were joined by this incredible trio of experts; Pooja Chitnis, Director of Marketing & CS, Driftscape Samah Nimir, Corporate Lawyer, Jamieson Law Nunzio Presta, CEO, BuyAndSellABusiness.com First, we talked about what eCommerce looks like today; A1 eCommerce has revolutionized how consumers
- [Voices of Entrepreneurship: Thanking our Podcast Hosts](https://www.startupcan.ca/thanking-our-podcast-hosts/): As Startup Canada launches its 2020 programming, you’ll be hearing new voices on both the Startup Canada Podcast and the THRIVE Podcast for Women Entrepreneurs. We’d like to take this opportunity to thank our hosts Rivers Corbett and Komal Minhas for their amazing contributions to our podcasts. Each of them brought tremendous dedication and insight
- [Education: The New Currency with Permpreet Soomal - October 29, 2020](https://www.startupcan.ca/permpreet-soomal-thrive-podcast/): In Canada, women-led businesses face many barriers. Permpreet Soomal, VP of Human Resources at Scotiabank, believes the key to empowering women entrepreneurs to thrive is through education, access to capital, and mentorship. Permpreet is an Advisory Board Member of The Scotiabank Women Initiative. She recently took on the role of Vice President of Human Resources
- [Embracing Failure with Michele Romanow - October 22, 2020](https://www.startupcan.ca/michele-romanow-thrive-podcast/): We are told time and time again that failure is something to fear and avoid at all costs - but what if we embraced it? Michele Romanow, Co-Founder of Clearbanc and host of the new Audible Original Podcast “The Revisionaries”, believes failure is a by-product of success. Michele Romanow is a Canadian tech entrepreneur, television
- [Putting Your Mental Health First with Annie Marsolais - October 8, 2020](https://www.startupcan.ca/annie-marsolais-thrive-podcast/): The “hustle mentality” is deeply ingrained in Canada’s entrepreneurial landscape, often inspiring innovative solutions, adaptable businesses, and industry disruption. Unfortunately, it can also take a toll on one’s mental health - just ask Annie Marsolais, Chief Marketing Officer of BDC. Annie Marsolais was appointed Chief Marketing Officer of the Business Development Bank of Canada
- [Using Adversity to Fuel Innovation with Audra Renyi - November 5, 2020](https://www.startupcan.ca/audra-renyi-thrive-podcast/): The most impactful acts of innovation often come in the wake of a historical event or crisis such as COVID-19 - just ask Audra Renyi, Founder of earAccess Inc. and the 2020 CANIES Women Entrepreneur of the Year. Audra Renyi is the founder of earAccess Inc. and the executive director of the non-profit
- [Failure, Fluidity, and Focus with Laura Fortey - December 31, 2020](https://www.startupcan.ca/laura-fortey-thrive-podcast-2/): Laura Fortey, COO and Co-Founder of REITIUM, believes the key to starting and scaling successful ventures comes down to three words: failure, fluidity, and focus. As a real estate entrepreneur, Laura Fortey has bought, managed, renovated, and sold her own investment properties, as well as investing in REITs and MICs. A former journalist and writer
- [The Secret to Standing Out with Linda Peers- December 10, 2020](https://www.startupcan.ca/linda-peers-thrive-podcast/): An entrepreneur from Halifax, Nova Scotia is making kefir, but with a twist. After curiosity got the best of her, Linda Peers used her background in marketing to create a business that makes lactose-intolerant friendly coconut kefir. Since graduating from the University of Western Ontario in 1985, Linda’s career was largely in the marketing field.
- [Defining Authenticity with Dwania Peele - December 24, 2020](https://www.startupcan.ca/dwania-peele-thrive-podcast/): Authenticity can mean a host of different things to a host of different people. Dwania Peele, owner and executive director of Canadian Small Business Women, believes the key to strong and sustainable business relationships is being authentically yourself. Dwania Peele is the Owner and Executive Director of Canadian Small Business Women. A lover of entrepreneurship,
- [A Manager's Co-Pilot with Aydin Mirzaee - August 4th 2020](https://www.startupcan.ca/aydin-mirzaee-startup-podcast/): Combine one hour-long meeting with a helping of unpreparedness, and just a dash of disorganization and you’ve got a recipe for disaster. Enter Aydin Mirzaee, CEO of Fellow.app. Fellow helps managers and their teams have better meetings, exchange feedback, and more. Prior to Fellow, Aydin co-founded ottawa-based Fluidware in 2008, which led to the creation
- [Building a Team Culture with Rob Catalano - September 8, 2020](https://www.startupcan.ca/rob-catalano-startup-podcast/): Fostering a team culture based on motivation and positive feedback is the best way to increase engagement. Employee engagement is vital to improving overall company performance, just ask Rob Catalano! Rob Catalano is the Chief Engagement Officer at WorkTango. Rob started off studying Marketing at Ryerson University, and worked at a Marketing agency with a
- [Social Media on a Budget with Nichole Howson - September 22, 2020](https://www.startupcan.ca/nichole-howson-startup-podcast/): It’s not about being all over social media- it’s about using your social media consistently, intelligently and effectively. Nichole Howson, Owner of AIM Social Media Marketing, knows this best. As an experienced, award-winning social media strategist and consultant, Nicole’s work is focused on reducing her clients’ advertising spend while growing their brand awareness and increasing
- [Monetizing Your Ideas with Aaron Reynolds - September 29, 2020](https://www.startupcan.ca/aaron-reynolds-startup-podcast/): A simple idea can quickly turn into profit- if you use the right tools. Just ask Aaron Reynolds, the Author of Effin’ Birds. Aaron is a humourist, professional speaker, and the man behind the @EffinBirds and @swear_trek Twitter accounts. When he's not on Twitter, you can find him producing a series of podcasts and at
- [Sappho New Paradigm wins Vancouver Canadian Export Challenge Pitch Competition and moves onto National Final Showdown](https://www.startupcan.ca/sappho-new-paradigm-wins-vancouver-canadian-export-challenge-pitch-competition-and-moves-onto-national-final-showdown/): Vancouver, BC - May 14, 2019 | Yesterday, Sappho New Paradigm was named the winner of the Vancouver Canadian Export Challenge Pitch Competition. JoAnn Fowler won $2,500 and a trip to Toronto where they will compete head-to-head against six regional finalists for the grand prize of $25,000 and up to $100,000 in in-kind scaling support.
- [Rithmik Solutions remporte la Compétition de présentation d’entreprises du Défi canadien de l’exportation à Montréal et passe à la grande finale nationale](https://www.startupcan.ca/rithmik-solutions-remporte-la-competition-de-presentation-dentreprises-du-defi-canadien-de-lexportation-a-montreal-et-passe-a-la-grande-finale-nationale/): Montréal (Québec), le 18 juin 2019 | Hier, l’entreprise Rithmik Solutions a été nommée gagnante de la Compétition de présentation d’entreprises du Défi canadien de l’exportation à Montréal. Amanda Truscott, directrice des communications, a gagné 2 500 $ et un voyage toutes dépenses payées à Toronto où elle se mesurera à six finalistes régionaux pour remporter le grand prix
- [Award-winning serial entrepreneur and producer Komal Minhas named the new host of the THRIVE Podcast for Women Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/18721/): Award-winning serial entrepreneur and producer Komal Minhas named the new host of the THRIVE Podcast for Women Entrepreneurs March 8, 2019, Ottawa - Startup Canada, Canada’s entrepreneurship organization, in partnership with the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) and Scotiabank, announced today Komal Minhas, Founder of kaur. space as the new host of THRIVE, Canada’s
- [Celebrating Women Entrepreneurs With The Honourable Mary Ng - March 8th 2019](https://www.startupcan.ca/riya-karumanchi-startup-podcast-2-2/): The Honourable Mary Ng, is Canada’s Minister of Small Business and Export Promotion. Throughout her 20 years of public service, Minister Ng has been a passionate community leader and advocate with a proven track record of results in the areas of education, women’s leadership, job creation, and entrepreneurship. In this episode, Minister Ng, joins host Rivers
- [Sovereign Insurance partners with Startup Canada to celebrate excellence in Canadian entrepreneurship at the sixth annual Startup Canada Awards](https://www.startupcan.ca/sovereign-insurance-partners-with-startup-canada-to-celebrate-excellence-in-canadian-entrepreneurship-at-the-sixth-annual-startup-canada-awards/): Nominations open until March 24, 2019 March 4, 2019, Ottawa​ - This spring,Sovereign Insurance is partnering with Startup Canada, Canada’s entrepreneurship organization, to present the sixth annual Startup Canada Awards, celebrating excellence in Canadian entrepreneurship and innovation. Entrepreneurs, businesses, and enterprise support organizations from across Canada will be honoured at regional ceremonies this Spring in
- [Startup Canada and Mastercard Canada partner to celebrate excellence in Canadian entrepreneurship at the sixth annual Startup Canada Awards](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-to-celebrate-excellence-in-canadian-entrepreneurship-at-the-sixth-annual-startup-canada-awards/): Nominations open until March 24, 2019; Mastercard once again joins as event sponsor February 27th, 2019, Ottawa​ – Startup Canada, Canada’s entrepreneurship organization, today announced that Mastercard will join the Sixth Annual Startup Canada Awards as a Gold Sponsor to celebrate excellence in Canadian entrepreneurship and innovation. Entrepreneurs, businesses, and enterprise support organizations from across
- [Lancement du Défi canadien de l’exportation pour aider plus de 15 000 entrepreneurs à percer les marchés mondiaux en 2019](https://www.startupcan.ca/defi-canadien-de-lexportation/): Le 21 février 2019 | Startup Canada, en collaboration avec UPS​, Exportation et développement Canada et le Service des délégués commerciaux du Canada, a lancé aujourd’hui le deuxième Défi canadien de l’exportation annuel pour mettre en vedette 15 000 entrepreneurs et petites entreprises et favoriser leur expansion mondiale. Bien qu’il y ait 2,3 millions d’entrepreneurs au Canada et plus d’un million
- [Canadian Export Challenge Launches to support more than 15,000 Entrepreneurs to Scale Global Businesses in 2019](https://www.startupcan.ca/canadian-export-challenge-launches-to-support-more-than-15000-entrepreneurs-to-scale-global-businesses-in-2019/): February 21, 2019 | Startup Canada, in collaboration with UPS​, Export Development Canada​, ​and the Canadian ​Trade Commissioner Service launched today the second annual Canadian Export Challenge to showcase and support 15,000 entrepreneurs and small businesses to go global. Although there are 2.3 million entrepreneurs in Canada and more than 1 million businesses, fewer than
- [Starting Up in Canada and Israel with Rachel Bendayan and Michal Cotler-Wunsh - March 31, 2021](https://www.startupcan.ca/bendayan-cotler-wunsh-special-programming/): Around the world, entrepreneurship contributes massively to both local economies and the global innovation ecosystem. MP Rachel Bendayan and MK Michal Cotler-Wunsh agree that on the road to recovering from COVID-19, women will have a key role to play. Rachel Bendayan was first elected as the Member of Parliament for Outremont in a by-election in
- [Skating for Community with Sasha Senior - February 4, 2021](https://www.startupcan.ca/sasha-senior-thrive-podcast/): Building a community around your brand is easier said than done. Sasha Senior, Owner of Bliss Skateboard Shop, believes that giving back to your network is the gift that keeps on giving. Sasha Senior is an avid skateboarder that grew up in Brampton, Ontario. Her passion drove her to open Windsor’s only local skateboard shop
- [The Creative Advantage with Angela Percival - February 11, 2021](https://www.startupcan.ca/angela-percival-thrive-podcast/): Too often, creative professions like photography, music, or art in general are left out of the equation when discussing entrepreneurship. Angela Percival, professional Outdoor Photographer, believes the startup community should be embracing creativity - both as a profession and as a problem solving tool. Adventure and justice are the two threads that makeup Angela Percival’s

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- [About](https://www.startupcan.ca/about-2-2/): [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] About [/vc_column_text][vc_separator][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Startup Canada is the national rallying community and voice for Canada’s 2.3 million entrepreneurs. Since launching in 2012, Startup Canada has grown to represent more than 200,000 entrepreneurs and 50 grassroots communities from coast to coast to coast. Through digital programs and flagship events, Startup Canada is the network promoting, inspiring, educating, connecting
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- [2020 Startup Canada Census](https://www.startupcan.ca/2020-census/): [vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] 2020 Entrepreneur Census [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text] Canada is a nation of entrepreneurs who drive economic growth and job creation. A fulsome understanding of the state of entrepreneurship and entrepreneurship support is required to support the success and scalability of startups and small businesses across Canada, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. A national census distributed to
- [FAQ - DCX](https://www.startupcan.ca/fr-cxc/faq-fr/): [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Foire Aux Questions Naviguez les onglets ci-dessous pour trouver les réponses aux questions les plus fréquente. Vous avez des questions qui n’y figurent pas ? Envoyez- nous votre question par courriel à cxc@startupcan.ca et un membre de notre équipe vous répondra au plus vite.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_tta_accordion color=”black” active_section=”1″][vc_tta_section title=”Comment savoir si je suis un startup ou
- [DCX - Québec](https://www.startupcan.ca/fr-cxc/fr-cxc-quebec/): [vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text] Le Défi canadien de l’exportation, région du Québec [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text] L’événement du Québec à eu lieu le LUNDI, 21 SEPTEMBRE 2020 [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][button target=”_blank” text=”Regardez l’enregistrement” link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FQQzRyqyJP8″][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Gagnants Les gagnants du Défi canadien de l’exportation 2020, région du Québec sont: DeLeaves (catégorie startup) et LFAnt Medical (catégorie scale-up). Lisez le communiqué de presse
- [DCX - C.-B. et nord](https://www.startupcan.ca/fr-cxc/fr-cxc-cb-nord/): [vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text] Le Défi canadien de l’exportation, région de la Colombie-Britannique et du nord [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text] L’événement de la C.-B. et du nord à eu lieu le JEUDI, 17 SEPTEMBRE 2020 [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][button target=”_blank” text=”Regardez l’enregistrement” link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fhMi8OItSiY”][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Gagnants Les gagnants du Défi canadien de l’exportation 2020, région de la C.-B. et du nord sont:
- [DCX - Ontario](https://www.startupcan.ca/fr-cxc/fr-cxc-ontario/): [vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text] Le Défi canadien de l’exportation, région de l’Ontario [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text] L’événement de l’Ontario à eu lieu le MERCREDI, 16 SEPTEMBRE 2020 [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][button target=”_blank” text=”Regardez l’enregistrement” link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y9vc_Srysv8″][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Gagnants Les gagnants du Défi canadien de l’exportation 2020, région de l’Ontario sont: WeavAir (catégorie startup) et Braze Mobility Inc (catégorie scale-up). Lisez le communiqué de presse
- [DCX - Prairies](https://www.startupcan.ca/fr-cxc/fr-cxc-prairie/): [vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text] Le Défi canadien de l’exportation, région des prairies [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text] L’événement des prairies à eu lieu le MARDI, 15 SEPTEMBRE 2020 [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][button target=”_blank” text=”Regardez l’enregistrement” link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=grNLc2nlTGo”][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Gagnants Les gagnants du Défi canadien de l’exportation 2020, région des prairies sont: AGvisorPRO (catégorie startup) et Nanotess (catégorie scale-up). Lisez le communiqué de presse
- [DCX - Atlantique](https://www.startupcan.ca/fr-cxc/dcx-atlantique/): [vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text] Le Défi canadien de l’exportation, région de l’atlantique [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text] L’événement de l’atlantique à eu lieu le LUNDI, 14 SEPTEMBRE 2020 [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][button target=”_blank” text=”Regardez l’enregistrement” link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Ny-_MwZl3s”][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Gagnants Les gagnants du Défi canadien de l’exportation 2020, région de l’atlantique sont: The Cultured Coconut (catégorie startup) et Parados Cerebral Solutions Inc. (catégorie scale-up).
- [FAQ - CXC](https://www.startupcan.ca/faq/): [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Frequently Asked Questions Browse the tabs below to find answers to Frequently Asked Questions. Still have unanswered questions? Send us an email at cxc@startupcan.ca with your inquiry and a member of our team will respond to you promptly. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_tta_accordion color=”black” active_section=”1″][vc_tta_section title=”How do I know if I’m a Startup or a Scale-up?” tab_id=”1593016308784-c03c8992-cac8″][vc_column_text]
- [CXC - Québec](https://www.startupcan.ca/cxc-quebec/): [vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text] Canadian Export Challenge Québec Region [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text] The Québec event took place on Monday, September 21, 2020 [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][button target=”_blank” text=”Watch the recording” link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FQQzRyqyJP8″][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Winners The winners of the 2020 Canadian Export Challenge Pitch Competition in Québec are: DeLeaves (startup category) and LFAnt Medical (Scale-up category). Read the full press release here.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column
- [CXC - BC & North](https://www.startupcan.ca/cxc-bc-north/): [vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text] Canadian Export Challenge British Columbia & Northern Region [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text] The BC & North event took place on Thursday, September 17, 2020 [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][button target=”_blank” text=”Watch the recording” link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fhMi8OItSiY”][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Winners The winners of the 2020 Canadian Export Challenge Pitch Competition in BC & North are: Nyoka Design Labs (startup category) and BinBreeze (Scale-up
- [CXC - Ontario](https://www.startupcan.ca/cxc-ontario/): [vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text] Canadian Export Challenge Ontario Region [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text] The Ontario event took place on Wednesday, September 16, 2020 [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][button target=”_blank” text=”Watch the recording” link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y9vc_Srysv8″][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Winners The winners of the 2020 Canadian Export Challenge Pitch Competition in Atlantic are: WeavAir (startup category) and Braze Mobility Inc (Scale-up category). Read the full press release
- [CXC - Prairies](https://www.startupcan.ca/cxc-prairies/): [vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text] Canadian Export Challenge Prairie Region [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text] The Prairie event took place on Tuesday, September 15, 2020 [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][button target=”_blank” text=”Watch the recording” link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=grNLc2nlTGo”][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Winners The winners of the 2020 Canadian Export Challenge Pitch Competition in Atlantic are: AGvisorPRO (startup category) and Nanotess (Scale-up category). Read the full press release here.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]
- [CXC - Atlantic](https://www.startupcan.ca/cxc-atlantic/): [vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text] Canadian Export Challenge Atlantic Region [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text] The Atlantic event took place on Monday, September 14, 2020 [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][button target=”_blank” text=”Watch the recording” link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Ny-_MwZl3s”][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Winners The winners of the 2020 Canadian Export Challenge Pitch Competition in Atlantic are: The Cultured Coconut (startup category) and Parados Cerebral Solutions Inc. (Scale-up category). Read the full
- [FR Pitch Bootcamps - CXC](https://www.startupcan.ca/fr-cxc/pitch-bootcamps-fr/): [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Bootcamps et accélérateurs virtuels Pour soutenir les entrepreneurs en anticipant de la programmation du Défi canadien d’exportation, une série de bootcamps et d’accélérateurs virtuels seront disponibles en partenariat avec nos commanditaires.Inscrivez-vous à l’un ci-dessous: **À noter que les vidéo sont en anglais, mais que vous pouvez également ajouter des sous-titres français sur Youtube.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]
- [Pitch Bootcamps - CXC](https://www.startupcan.ca/pitch-bootcamps/): [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Bootcamps and Virtual Accelerators To support entrepreneurs in anticipation for the Canadian Export Challenge Programming, a series of bootcamps and virtual accelerators will be available in partnership with our sponsors. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] BOOTCAMPS [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text]CONNECTING TO THE GLOBAL MARKET: INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVES ON EXPORTING CONNECTING WITH ENTREPRENEURS ACROSS GLOBAL ECOSYSTEMS The Canadian Export Challenge (CXC) Go
- [Pitch Guide FR - CXC](https://www.startupcan.ca/fr-cxc/guide-presentation-cxc/): [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Préparer une présentation d’entreprise Le Défi canadien de l’exportation 2020 (DCX 2020) prend un virage numérique cette année, et nous demandons aux entrepreneurs canadiens de présenter leur entreprise au moyen d’une soumission vidéo en ligne qui accompagnera leur formulaire de demande. Pour présenter une demande, les candidats doivent remplir le Formulaire de demande du
- [Pitch Guide - CXC](https://www.startupcan.ca/pitch-guide-cxc/): [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] How to Pitch With this year’s new digital format, we are asking Canadian entrepreneurs to pitch their businesses through online video submissions along with their CXC 2020 Application. In order to apply, applicants must fill out the CXC 2020 Application Form. At the end of this form, applicants will be required to include a
- [Entrepreneur Voices Campaign](https://www.startupcan.ca/entrepreneur-voices/): [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Entrepreneur Voices [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Startup Canada believes firmly in the power and positivity of entrepreneurship, but currently, in light of COVID-19, many entrepreneurs across Canada are struggling. As much as it is our mission to bolster the energy of the Canadian entrepreneurship ecosystem with messages of positivity and strength—it is also our responsibility to shed light
- [2020 Online Events](https://www.startupcan.ca/online-events/): [vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] Online Events [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Below, is a complete list of our past and upcoming webinars. For upcoming events, click the links to register and learn more. For past events, click the links to watch the recordings.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20″][vc_column_text] In case you couldn’t join [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25″][vc_column_text] Entrepreneur Town Hall Conversation with Greg McLean, Member of Parliament for Calgary Centre
- [Women Entrepreneurs - Resource Guide](https://www.startupcan.ca/women/women-resources/): [vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS RESOURCES [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]An important part of any entrepreneur’s toolkit is a clear understanding of the resources within your network. To help get you started, we’ve put together a resource guide to connect women entrepreneurs with mentors, funding, training, events, and other programming available to support th