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# Startup Canada

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## Posts

- [Startup Blog](https://www.startupcan.ca/learn/startup-blog/)
- [Consulting for Change: Strategies & Tools for Inclusion with Fae Johnstone](https://www.startupcan.ca/consulting-for-change-strategies-tools-for-inclusion-with-fae-johnstone/) - “As marginalized folks, as those who walk at the intersection of multiple identities, we often feel like imposters in the room. My advice is to know that you already are an expert if you are living those identities - trust yourself and your brilliance.” In this episode we sat down with Fae Johnstone, a leading
- [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.
- [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
- [Balancing AI and Human-Centered Design with Maryam Nabavi - January 14, 2021](https://www.startupcan.ca/maryam-nabavi-thrive-podcast/) - For tech companies, finding the right balance between powerful tech and human-centered design can be a gargantuan task. Maryam Nabavi, Co-Founder and CEO of Babbly, believes that having a deep emotional connection to your mission is the key. Maryam is the former Vice President of product visioning at Idea Couture. There she helped Fortune 500
- [Allyship for Accessibility with Sue Crawford- January 21, 2021](https://www.startupcan.ca/sue-crawford-thrive-podcast/) - One in seven Canadians have a disability, yet we would be hard-pressed to find a true representation of this in our everyday lives. Sue Crawford, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Enable, is working to challenge the status quo of both physical and social accessibility - enabling our communities in the process. This past year Sue
- [Business After COVID-19 with Stuart Ducoffe - October 20, 2020](https://www.startupcan.ca/stuart-ducoffe-startup-podcast/) - COVID-19 has changed the way we work and interact with each other and has left many nervous about the future. The transition from remote work back to the office can be seamless, but only if we follow occupational health and safety legislation - just ask Stuart Ducoffe! Stuart Ducoffe is an employment and labour lawyer,
- [The Non-Linear Journey to Success with Colin Weston - October 6, 2020](https://www.startupcan.ca/colin-weston-startup-podcast/) - The entrepreneurial journey is not a straight line - it often consists of roadblocks, unexpected opportunities, and constantly changing circumstances. According to Colin Weston, Co-Founder of REVIVER Sport Entertainment and Startup Vancouver, the key to your startup’s success is understanding that entrepreneurship is a marathon, not a sprint. Colin Weston is a sports innovator, entrepreneurship
- [Finding Your Inner Motivation with Evita Machevin & Carol Corera - November 3, 2020](https://www.startupcan.ca/evita-machevin-carol-corera-startup-podcast/) - In a fast paced and demanding startup environment, it can sometimes be difficult to sustain your inspiration and productivity. Evita Machevin and Carol Corera of Flying Duchess Inc. believe the key to personal and entrepreneurial success is finding your intrinsic motivation. Referred to as the Mary Poppins of pet sitting, Flying Duchess is the answer
- [Fighting For Change with Jennifer Sloan - December 15, 2020](https://www.startupcan.ca/jennifer-sloan-startup-podcast/) - There isn’t much Jennifer Sloan hasn’t tried - from private to public sector, Jennifer has seen it all. She shares with us why diversity is key for strengthening your business, and encourages women entrepreneurs in particular to demand change and seek out resources to help level the playing field. Jennifer Sloan has extensive experience across
- [Startup Canada doubles down on supporting women entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-doubles-down-on-supporting-women-entrepreneurs/) - Startup Canada doubles down on supporting women entrepreneurs February 14, 2019 | Startup Canada announced today that it will build out specific programming for women entrepreneurs and employ a gender lens to ecosystem and program development as it works to reshape Canada’s approach to supporting women-led startups, scale-ups, and small businesses. Although there are
- [Startup Canada opens nominations for the sixth annual Startup Canada Awards](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-opens-nominations-for-the-sixth-annual-startup-canada-awards/) - Nominations close March 24th, 2019, 11.59 p.m. PT February 11, 2019 - Startup Canada, Canada’s entrepreneurship organization, has launched the sixth annual Startup Canada Awards presented by Intuit Quickbooks and Sovereign Insurance, celebrating excellence in Canadian entrepreneurship and innovation. Entrepreneurs, businesses, and enterprise support organizations from across Canada will be honoured at regional ceremonies this
- [Rebellious Marketing Tactics to Stand Out with Jana Dybinski - May 14 2019](https://www.startupcan.ca/riya-karumanchi-startup-podcast-2/) - Jana Dybinsky is the Vice President of Marketing and Culture at the Ottawa-based company Rebel dot com. Rebel is Canada’s leading domain name registry and web and online hosting service that gives the world’s visionaries a place to tell their stories and share their ideas online. Jana is the expert behind Rebel’s notable brand and
- [Youthful Innovations in Accessibility with Riya Karumanchi - May 7 2019](https://www.startupcan.ca/riya-karumanchi-startup-podcast/) - Riya Karumanchi took an idea she had from a chance encounter with her friend's visually-impaired grandmother and turned it into a successful startup business with a promising career ahead. Riya is an avid ML developer and Innovator at The Knowledge Society. She is the founder and CEO of SmartCane, a company that is building an
- [Fighting Food Waste with Food Friendly Wrap with Toni Desrosiers - April 30 2019](https://www.startupcan.ca/toni-desrosiers-startup-podcast/) - Nutritionist-turned-entrepreneur Toni Desrosiers founded Abeego with her husband in 2008, creating the very first beeswax food wrap on the market. Abeego is not just about reducing waste with reusable food wraps but reducing food waste by extending the life of your food. In addition to being reusable, the product is all-natural with the goal of
- [Leadership, Empowerment and Impact with Theresa Laurico - March 5 2019](https://www.startupcan.ca/theresa-laurico-startup-podcast/) - Every year, Theresa Laurico puts on one of the largest entrepreneurship conferences in the country as part of her mission to light up Canada’s young professionals. The SociaLIGHT conference brings together entrepreneurs, influencers. Global leaders and everyone in between to jumpstart a movement that creates a positive impact on communities and the world. “When you
- [From Business Builder to Broadway Producer with Andy Nulman - April 9 2019](https://www.startupcan.ca/andy-nulman-startup-podcast/) - Many people may know Andy, as the Montreal-based co-founder of Just For Laughs, turning it into the prestigious, well-known comedy phenomenon it is today. Taking a break from the comedy scene, Andy founded Airborne Mobile, a pioneering mobile media company which was sold for over $100 million and named North America’s 4th-Fastest Growing Tech Company
- [Supporting Entrepreneurs in Rural Regions with Mary Doyle - April 2 2019](https://www.startupcan.ca/mary-doyle-startup-canada/) - Mary Doyle is the co-founder and program developer for Rural on Purpose, a social enterprise committed to strengthening rural communities worldwide through entrepreneurship. With over 28 years of experience working in all three sectors (private, nonprofit and government) Mary works to improve economic opportunities for people living in rural areas by piloting high impact programs

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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 them locally, regionally, and nationally. Download the guide below.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][button
- [Women Entrepreneurs - IWD](https://www.startupcan.ca/women/womensmonth/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] International Women’s Month [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Startup Canada partnered with BDC and Sovereign Insurance, for a month of celebration, announcements, and real action in supporting and accelerating the growth of women-owned and women-led businesses across Canada. Communities across Canada celebrated women entrepreneurs through events, panels, and keynote sessions. Our Livestream broadcast on March 11th featuredNicole Verkindt, CEO
- [Women Entrepreneurs - THRIVE Podcast](https://www.startupcan.ca/women/women-thrive-podcast/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] THRIVE PODCAST [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The THRIVE Podcast for Women Entrepreneurs connects you with leading experts, entrepreneurs, and organizations that provide capital, mentorship, training, tools and other support to help you to make your vision reality, faster. The THRIVE podcast is a production of Startup Canada, Canada’s entrepreneurship organization, supporting Canada’s entrepreneurs to succeed. This podcast
- [Women Entrepreneurs - Women Icons](https://www.startupcan.ca/women/women-icons/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] WOMEN ICONS [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Throughout the month of March, we’re celebrating Startup Canada’s Women Entrepreneur Icons, recognizing women entrepreneurs demonstrating excellence and outstanding achievement in building authentic and diverse ventures. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][masonry_blog order_by=”date” display_time=”0″ display_comments=”0″ category=”women-icons” number_of_posts=”13″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [Women Entrepreneurs - Online Events](https://www.startupcan.ca/women/women-events/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] Online Events [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]As part of the Women Entrepreneurs Program, Startup Canada is hosting various series of online events.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text] WE Webinars [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Watch the series of free online webinars that featured women leaders from a variety of industries and backgrounds. These webinars provide women entrepreneurs with the tools and knowledge to start and scale
- [Women Entrepreneurs - StartupChats](https://www.startupcan.ca/women/women-startup-chats/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] Women’s #StartupChats [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]As an educational resource for the Startup Canada Women Entrepreneurs Program, the Coca-Cola Foundation is proudly supporting a series of #StartupChats throughout 2020 on valuable topics for women entrepreneurs. Gain real-time advice, mentorship, and feedback through our digital network of women entrepreneurs. Register below! [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][portfolio_list columns=”3″ order_by=”menu_order” filter=”yes” lightbox=”no” show_load_more=”yes” number=”50″ category=”women-entrepreneur-chats” text_align=”left”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [Social Impact - Insights](https://www.startupcan.ca/social-impact-insights/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] Insights [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] This ESDC Impact Report was prepared using the findings of Startup Canada’s 2019 Canadian Entrepreneurship Census—responses from a sample of more than 250,000 members with 514 respondents. Download the report below to read the findings. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][button target=”_blank” text=”DOWNLOAD REPORT” link=”https://www.startupcan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Startup_Canada_Social_Impact_Report.pdf” color=”#e21836″ hover_color=”#ffffff” border_color=”#e21836″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”25246″ img_size=”medium” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://www.startupcan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Startup_Canada_Social_Impact_Report.pdf”][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space
- [International Women's Day 2019](https://www.startupcan.ca/women/womensday-2019/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_widget_sidebar sidebar_id=”Programs Sidebar” el_class=”widgetised-sidebar”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] Startup Canada’s International Women’s Month Celebrations 2019 [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] This International Women’s Month 2019, Startup Canada, Startup Communities, and partners including co-presenting sponsors, the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC), Intuit Canada, and industry sponsors, Export Development Canada, Scotiabank, Mastercard Canada, UPS Canada, the Canadian Intellectual Property Office, the Office of Small
- [Social Impact - Social Impact Icons](https://www.startupcan.ca/social-impact-sdg-icons/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] SDG Impact Icons [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Throughout 2020, Startup Canada is celebrating 12 SDG Impact Icons, demonstrating excellence and outstanding achievement in advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Meet our first three 2020 SDG Impact Icons! [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][masonry_blog order_by=”date” display_time=”0″ display_comments=”0″ category=”SDG Icons” number_of_posts=”12″][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [Social Impact - Funding Mixers](https://www.startupcan.ca/social-impact-funding-mixers/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Community Mixers [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]This fall, Startup Canada is partnering with communities from coast to coast to host intimate sessions via zoom. Register for an event below! Startup Winnipeg | August 21st Startup Guelph | September 1st Startup Comox Valley | September 3rd Startup Peel | September 8th Startup Waterloo | September 22nd Startup Toronto |
- [Social Impact - Resources](https://www.startupcan.ca/social-impact-resources/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Resources for Social Entrepreneurs [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][qode_clients columns=”three_columns”][qode_client link_target=”_blank” image=”22394″ link=”https://www.communityfoundations.ca/initiatives/the-investment-readiness-fund/”][qode_client link_target=”_blank” image=”22393″ link=”https://chantier.qc.ca/”][qode_client link_target=”_blank” image=”22392″ link=”https://nafc.ca/en/”][/qode_clients][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][qode_clients columns=”three_columns”][qode_client link_target=”_blank” image=”22396″ link=”https://nacca.ca/”][qode_client link_target=”_blank” image=”22395″ link=”https://canadianwomen.org/”][qode_client image=”22398″][/qode_clients][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [2019 Startup Canada Census](https://www.startupcan.ca/2019-census/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_empty_space][vc_tta_accordion][vc_tta_section i_icon_fontawesome=”fa fa-download” title=”DOWNLOAD THE 2019 CENSUS ” tab_id=”1597855249740-f4f19884-df3f” add_icon=”true”][vc_single_image image=”24436″ img_size=”large” onclick=”custom_link” link=”https://www.startupcan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/2019-Startup-Canada-Census-Summary-Report_En.pdf”][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][vc_btn title=”DOWNLOAD NOW” style=”custom” custom_background=”#e21836″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.startupcan.ca%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2020%2F08%2F2019-Startup-Canada-Census-Summary-Report_En.pdf|title:2019%20Census%20Survey|target:%20_blank”][vc_empty_space height=”25″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] 2019 Entrepreneur Census Summary [/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
- [2021 Startup Community Summit](https://www.startupcan.ca/community-summit/) - [vc_row el_id=”whatisstarttelaviv”][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][vc_widget_sidebar sidebar_id=”Communities Sidebar” el_class=”widgetised-sidebar”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][vc_column_text] Startup Community Summit The Startup Canada Community Leaders Summit will bring together – in a virtual format – community leaders from across Canada to collaborate and strategize for the future of Canada and the entrepreneurship community. The event taking place on February 24th, 2021 will include:
- [Failure Report](https://www.startupcan.ca/failure-report/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_empty_space][vc_tta_accordion active_section=”1″][vc_tta_section i_icon_fontawesome=”fa fa-download” title=”Download the Report” tab_id=”1510258221799-b6994946-23df” add_icon=”true”][vc_single_image image=”20923″ img_size=”large” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://www.startupcan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Failure-Report-Framing-Avoiding-and-Overcoming-Failure-Startup-Canada-Trushield-Insurance.pdf”][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_empty_space height=”30″][vc_column_text] FAILURE REPORT – SUMMARY OF KEY FINDINGS [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] To uncover how Canadian entrepreneurs view failure, Startup Canada and the TruShield Insurance Entrepreneur Success Advisory Council partnered on a national study. The results reveal insights into how organizations can
- [Partenaires nationaux](https://www.startupcan.ca/fr-cxc/partenaires/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Fièrement soutenu par [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_single_image image=”23719″][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″][vc_column_text]« Plus que jamais, c’est formidable de voir le gouvernement, les organisations et les entreprises canadiennes se rassembler pour soutenir les entrepreneurs canadiens. L’exportation donne à nos entreprises un meilleur accès aux clients et aux opportunités sur le marché mondial et peut les aider à
- [Défi canadien de l'exportation](https://www.startupcan.ca/fr-cxc/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Récapitulatif du Défi Canadien de l’Exportation 2020 [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Le Défi d’exportations canadien 2020 a aidé plus de 3 400 entrepreneurs à travers le Canada à devenir prêts à exporter et à se connecter à l’écosystème de croissance mondial du Canada. La confrontation finale a eu lieu le 20 octobre. Regardez l’enregistrement ici.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space
- [International Women's Day - 2018 Highlights](https://www.startupcan.ca/women/international-womens-day-2018-highlights/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_empty_space height=”22px”][vc_widget_sidebar sidebar_id=”Programs Sidebar” el_class=”widgetised-sidebar”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] International Women’s Day 2018 Highlights [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Startup Canada’s International Women’s Day Programming is co–presented by: Business Development Bank of Canada, Intuit Quickbooks, and Mastercard. Programming is also supported by our community partner Rebel; and our space partner Kivuto.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] WATCH | The International Women’s Day Recap Video by CommunityPop [/vc_column_text][vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yQsLgh8Wmj4″ el_width=”70″][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″][vc_separator
- [Startup Canada Though Book](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-canada-though-book/) - [vc_row el_class=”big-cta”][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_single_image image=”17512″ img_size=”large”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/4″][vc_column_text]The Startup Canada Thought Book is Startup Canada’s thought leadership publication which serves as an instrument to inform and inspire stakeholders of the Canadian entrepreneurship community to move from ideas into action. The theme of this year’s Thought Book is ‘Startup Communities from the Inside-Out’, bringing together some of
- [Start A Community](https://www.startupcan.ca/start-a-community/) - [vc_row anchor=”#start” el_id=”start”][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_empty_space height=”50″][vc_widget_sidebar sidebar_id=”Communities Sidebar” el_class=”widgetised-sidebar”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″][vc_empty_space height=”50″][vc_column_text] Start a Community Building a startup nation one community at a time is a process. We will begin to measure our impact in terms of (1) increasing the access of entrepreneurs to the support that they need; (2) starting and growing more successful startup communities
- [Our Communities](https://www.startupcan.ca/our-communities/) - [vc_row el_id=”Communities”][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_empty_space height=”50″][vc_widget_sidebar sidebar_id=”Communities Sidebar” el_class=”widgetised-sidebar”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″][vc_empty_space height=”50″][vc_column_text] Our Communities Startup Canada supports the communities through training, knowledge exchanges, branding, connectivity, templates, tools, resources and access to world-leading advisors, while also tracking the progress of the communities in terms of the level of engagement, activity, and impact. There are currently 20 communities across Canada:[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space
- [Shows & Docu-Series](https://www.startupcan.ca/shows/) - [vc_row el_class=”big-cta”][vc_column width=”2/3″ offset=”vc_hidden-xs”][vc_column_text el_class=”our-work-intro”]Discussing topics important to Canadian entrepreneurs, Startup Canada is showcasing online video series ranging from live broadcast episodic shows to short documentaries exploring tangible and helpful resources for every entrepreneur. Many universal topics such as finance, sales, customer lead generation, startup culture are explored along with specific topics for women, indigenous
- [Startup Finance Podcast](https://www.startupcan.ca/podcasts/financepodcast/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Award-winning entrepreneur host Dr. Sean Wise, professor of entrepreneurship at Ryerson University, talks to leading entrepreneurs and investors to help entrepreneurs finance their businesses.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][button target=”_blank” text_align=”center” text=”Sign up here for podcast updates” link=”https://eepurl.com/dDYjXX” background_color=”#e19e00″ hover_background_color=”#e19e00″ border_color=”#e19e00″ hover_border_color=”#e19e00″ color=”#ffffff”][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [2018 Recap](https://www.startupcan.ca/2018-cohort-winners/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] 2018 Canadian Export Challenge Recap [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]The inaugural Canadian Export Challenge supported more than 1,500 entrepreneurs across Canada to become export-ready and to connect with Canada’s global growth ecosystem. Click here to read the 2018 recap report and explore this page to see the CXC come to life.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/vwbFQ2N8hao”][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Meet the 2018 CXC
- [CXC Partners](https://www.startupcan.ca/partners/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text] Proudly Supported By: [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_single_image image=”23719″][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″][vc_column_text]”Now more than ever, it’s great to see government, organizations, and corporate Canada all come together to support Canadian entrepreneurs. Exporting gives our businesses more access to customers and opportunities in the global marketplace, and can help them rebuild more quickly in the weeks
- [Pow Wow Pitch](https://www.startupcan.ca/shows/pow-wow-pitch/) - [vc_row el_id=”whatisstarttelaviv”][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] Spotlighting Indigenous Entrepreneurs A Startup Canada Digital Docu-Series in partnership with BDC Watch the Pow Wow Pitch Founder and Host Sunshine Tenasco as she showcased six Indigenous entrepreneurs who pitched their companies at the 2017 Pow Wow Pitch at the Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival. Click here to sign-up for the latest updates.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]
- [Thrive Podcast](https://www.startupcan.ca/podcasts/thrivepodcast/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The THRIVE Podcast for Women Entrepreneurs is all about supporting YOU to start and build a thriving business. On THRIVE, we connect you with leading experts, entrepreneurs, and organizations that provide capital, mentorship, training, tools and other support to help you to make your vision reality, faster. The THRIVE podcast is a production of Startup
- [Startup Canada Podcast Network](https://www.startupcan.ca/podcasts/) - [vc_row el_class=”big-cta”][vc_column width=”2/3″ offset=”vc_hidden-xs”][vc_column_text el_class=”our-work-intro”]Providing a window into the world of Canadian entrepreneurship, the Startup Canada Podcast Network is a Startup Canada original series of podcasts that explores personal life stories, tangible financial lessons, helpful resources for women, and overall tips and tricks to help entrepreneurs navigate the roller coaster journey of starting and scaling
- [The Effects of Advanced Digital Technologies on Canadian SBOs](https://www.startupcan.ca/advanceddigitalsbos/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_empty_space][vc_tta_accordion c_icon=”” active_section=”1″][vc_tta_section i_icon_fontawesome=”fa fa-download” title=”Download the Report” tab_id=”1487182802353-c0d74245-e566″ add_icon=”true”][vc_single_image image=”13258″ img_size=”medium” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://www.startupcan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Report-4-The-Effects-of-Advanced-Technologies-on-Canadian-SBOs-2.pdf”][vc_separator][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] SMALL BUSINESSES OPTIMISTIC ABOUT ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES BUT REQUIRE TALENT AND TRAINING SUPPORT TO REAP BENEFITS New study examines the effects of advanced technologies on Canadian SBOs [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]November 16, 2017 | A report released today by
- [2018 Startup Canada Census](https://www.startupcan.ca/2018-census/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_empty_space][vc_tta_accordion active_section=”1″][vc_tta_section i_icon_fontawesome=”fa fa-download” title=”DOWNLOAD THE 2018 CENSUS ” tab_id=”1510258221799-b6994946-23df” add_icon=”true” el_class=”hide-icon”][vc_single_image image=”20332″ img_size=”large” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://www.startupcan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Entrepreneur-Census-Report-2018-Startup-Canada.pdf”][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][vc_btn title=”DOWNLOAD NOW” style=”custom” custom_background=”#e21836″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.startupcan.ca%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2019%2F06%2FEntrepreneur-Census-Report-2018-Startup-Canada.pdf||target:%20_blank”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″][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
- [Indigenous Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/indigenous/) - [vc_row el_class=”big-cta”][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_single_image image=”13231″ img_size=”large” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://www.startupcan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Resources-for-Indigenous-Entrepreneurs.pdf”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″ offset=”vc_hidden-xs”][vc_column_text el_class=”our-work-intro”]Indigenous entrepreneurs are the fastest growing demographic of entrepreneurs in Canada. Between 2001 and 2006, the number of Indigenous entrepreneurs grew by 38 per cent – five times that of the general population. To support the growth of thriving, Indigenous-owned startups, Startup Canada partnered
- [Newcomer Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/newcomer/) - [vc_row el_class=”big-cta”][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”13211″ img_size=”large” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://www.startupcan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Resources-for-Newcomer-Entrepreneurs-2.pdf”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″ offset=”vc_hidden-xs”][vc_column_text]New Canadians are among the most innovative, entrepreneurial, export savvy, and digitally-literate business owners. They are more likely than those born in Canada to start companies, and are more likely to pursue markets beyond Canada and the United States (Statistics Canada, Conference Board of Canada). To
- [Women Entrepreneurs Program](https://www.startupcan.ca/women/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About the Program [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The Startup Canada Women Entrepreneurs Program supports women entrepreneurs, particularly those from marginalized backgrounds, to start and scale thriving businesses. This year, Startup Canada in partnership with the Coca-Cola Foundation will support 10,000 women entrepreneurs to start and scale thriving businesses through education, training, mentorship, support and resources. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text] Be inspired
- [Advancing Digital Adoption Amongst Women Small Business Owners in Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/womendigitalsbos/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] WOMEN SBOs SEE VALUE IN TECHNOLOGY, BUT ARE MORE LIKELY TO EXPERIENCE BARRIERS New study examines digital gender divide amongst small business owners [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion active_section=”1″][vc_tta_section title=”Watch the Discussion” tab_id=”1494856703416-2b612d05-5909″][vc_single_image image=”12142″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://www.pscp.tv/w/a-jJCDFkdktPUGFvT2dqWGV8MW1yeG1nenF6THZHebvgHP7vjmo5fiSWKntOFp8FXqsmc27RBXWhR5rfBAxp”][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Download the Report” tab_id=”1494856703468-d0976d7e-39c8″][vc_single_image image=”12141″ img_size=”medium” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://www.startupcan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/REPORT-Advancing-Digital-Adoption-Amongst-Women-SBOs-in-Canada.pdf”][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Join the Conversation” tab_id=”1494857241018-fe480874-7e04″][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”12143″ img_size=”medium” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://www.startupcan.ca/ourwork/startupchats-diversity-101-small-businesses/”][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image
- [The Importance of Digital Adoption & The Future of Canadian SBOs](https://www.startupcan.ca/importance-digital-adoption-future-canadian-sbos/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”12896″ img_size=”medium”][vc_separator][vc_tta_accordion c_icon=”” active_section=”3″ collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section i_icon_fontawesome=”fa fa-download” title=”Download the Report” tab_id=”1487182802353-c0d74245-e566″ add_icon=”true”][vc_separator][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][vc_btn title=”DOWNLOAD NOW” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fwww.startupcan.ca%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2017%2F10%2FRogers-Report-3-The-Importance-of-Digital-Adoption-and-the-Future-of-Canadian-SBOs.pdf||target:%20_blank”][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] NEXT-GENERATION SKILLS AND TECHNOLOGIES PROVEN KEY IN THE ADVANCEMENT OF CANADIAN SBOs New study examines the importance of advanced technologies in small business owners [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]October 19, 2017 -A report released by Startup
- [Advancing Digital Adoption Amongst Startups & Small Businesses](https://www.startupcan.ca/digitalsbos/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] EARLY-STAGE COMPANIES AMONG FIRST TO ADOPT NEW TECHNOLOGIES New study finds high speed of tech innovation creates time, cost challenge [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion c_icon=”” active_section=”3″ collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section i_icon_fontawesome=”fa fa-play-circle” title=”Watch the Livestream ” tab_id=”1487256869230-4b5934f6-5df7″ add_icon=”true”][vc_single_image image=”10014″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_XuHAyIqQsc”][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section i_icon_fontawesome=”fa fa-download” title=”Download the Report” tab_id=”1487182802353-c0d74245-e566″ add_icon=”true”][vc_single_image image=”9982″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://www.startupcan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/REPORTAdvancingDigitalAdoptionamongstStartupsandSmallBusinessesinCanada-2.pdf”][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section i_icon_fontawesome=”fa fa-users”
- [Motivations, Mindsets & Experiences of Millennial Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/millennialsbos/) - [vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_empty_space height=”45px”][vc_empty_space height=”45px”][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_tta_accordion c_icon=”” active_section=”3″ collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section i_icon_fontawesome=”fa fa-download” title=”Download the Report” tab_id=”1476300641642-0ddf10e5-d0a5″ add_icon=”true”][vc_single_image image=”9005″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://www.startupcan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/FinalReportMindsetsMotivationsExperiencesofMillennialEntrepreneurs_FINAL….docx.pdf”][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section i_icon_fontawesome=”fa fa-users” title=”Join the Conversation” tab_id=”1474319970916-bafbbe63-6965″ add_icon=”true”][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] PURSUING PASSION OVER PROFIT: INSIGHT INTO THE MILLENNIAL SBO [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] New study finds Millennial Small Business Owners are looking to disrupt their industries October 18, 2016 –
- [Startup Canada Day on the Hill](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupday/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] STARTUP CANADA DAY ON THE HILL 2017 Don’t miss Canada’s BIGGEST and most INFLUENTIAL entrepreneurship event! Celebrate Small Business Week at Startup Canada Day on the Hill with more than 1,000 leading entrepreneurs, innovators, investors, industry executives, government representatives, and media personalities. Together, we will show the world that Canada is a nation of
- [Building a Creative and Entrepreneurial Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/creativecanada/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] How do YOU define and design a creative and entrepreneurial Canada? [/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=”#e21836″ thickness=”6″ up=”12″ down=”12″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_tta_accordion color=”white” c_icon=”” active_section=”1″ collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”DOWNLOAD THE REPORT” tab_id=”1479846591220-4e21ff90-3853″][vc_single_image image=”9268″ img_size=”full” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://www.startupcan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/FINAL-REPORT-_-BUILDING-A-CREATIVE-AND-ENTREPRENEURIAL-CANADA-_-ENGLISH.pdf”][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”WATCH THE TRAILER” tab_id=”1479847780220-8245725d-9ba6″][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/74I9fGjnVY0″][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”WATCH THE PANEL” tab_id=”1479846591260-40820003-d56a”][vc_single_image image=”9280″ img_size=”full” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://eventstream.co/building-inclusive-creative-startup-communities”][vc_column_text]On Nov. 14, 2016, Startup Canada hosted a nationally live-streamed panel of creative
- [International Women's Day](https://www.startupcan.ca/women/womensday-2/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Startup Canada’s International Women’s Month Celebrations 2020 [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] Join Startup Canada in partnership with BDC and Sovereign Insurance for a month of celebration, announcements, and real action in supporting and accelerating the growth of women-owned and women-led businesses across Canada. Join one of our events across Canada in March and register now for
- [Podcast Technical Guide](https://www.startupcan.ca/copy-of-podcast-technical-guide2/) - Congratulations! If you are reading this you are on your way to becoming the next Startup Podcast Host! Welcome to the Startup Podcast program. This guide is designed to walk you through setting up the technology in record high quality podcasts. Please follow all instructions outlined below to ensure correct workflow. Approx. 30mins. 1.0
- [Podcast Host Tech Prep List](https://www.startupcan.ca/copy-of-podcast-host-tech-prep-list2/) - Tech Prep List for Host: Speak into the microphone (keep mouth 2" away from the microphone) Make sure you have the guest's skype contact in your contacts ready to call Have your script and questions ready Make a new folder on your computer for each of the interviews Copy (don't move) over your recorded files
- [Podcast Guest Tech Prep List](https://www.startupcan.ca/podcast-guest-tech-prep-list2/) - Thank you for being our guest on the Startup Canada Podcast Show! Welcome to the online tech-check. These instructions will ensure your interview is professionally recorded. Please read and understand all of the instructions explained below. A member from our podcast team with contact you prior to your scheduled recording session to ensure you are
- [Startup Canada Podcast](https://www.startupcan.ca/podcasts/startuppodcast/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Startup Canada Podcast Show is a production of Startup Canada, a grassroots, entrepreneur-led movement to bring together, celebrate, and give a voice to Canada’s entrepreneurship community. On the podcast, we speak with the movers and shakers of Canada’s entrepreneurship community to give a glimpse into the future of business, and share insights on everything
- [Investment Funds](https://www.startupcan.ca/ecosystem-fund/) - Startup Canada Investment Fund Program invests in high-impact, community-driven initiatives across Canada. The Funds serve to fuel the growth of an environment and culture of entrepreneurial growth and success in Canada, fostering new opportunities and greater connectivity for entrepreneurs to support, investment, customers, and supply chains. The Investment Fund Program are sponsored by industry leaders
- [Startup Communities Advanced Training](https://www.startupcan.ca/startup-communities-advanced-training/)
- [UPS Members Program](https://www.startupcan.ca/about-2-2/partners/ups/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] Startup Canada Members can take advantage of exclusive discounts on UPS Small Package shipments and Brokerage services. Whether you send one package a week or 50, you save right from the start. No minimums. No hassle. UPS® SMALL BUSINESS PROGRAM SAVE 50%* ON SHIPPING AND GET SUPPORT FROM A SMALL BUSINESS AMBASSADOR UPS is
- [Organization](https://www.startupcan.ca/become-a-member/organization/) - [vc_row el_class=”big-cta” row_type=”row” type=”full_width” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text el_class=”our-work-intro”]We are entrepreneurs working together to build an environment for entrepreneurial growth and success in Canada. Put your organization on the map as one that supports the grassroots entrepreneurship community and gain access to Canada’s fastest growing entrepreneur-led movement by becoming a Member. Membership evenues are split 50/50 between your local Startup
- [Enterprise](https://www.startupcan.ca/become-a-member/enterprise/) - [vc_row el_class=”big-cta” row_type=”row” type=”full_width” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text el_class=”our-work-intro”]We are entrepreneurs working together to build an environment for entrepreneurial success and growth in Canada for startups and small businesses like yours. Make your voice heard and gain access to Canada’s fastest growing entrepreneur-led organization by becoming a Member of Startup Canada. Membership revenues are split 50/50
- [Individual](https://www.startupcan.ca/become-a-member/individual/) - [vc_row el_class=”big-cta” row_type=”row” type=”full_width” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text el_class=”our-work-intro”]We are entrepreneurs working together to build an environment for entrepreneurial success and growth in Canada. Make your voice heard and gain access to Canada’s fastest growing entrepreneur-led organization by becoming a Member of Startup Canada. Membership revenues are split 50/50 between your local Startup Community and Startup Canada. Through
- [Shop](https://www.startupcan.ca/shop/)
- [Become a Member](https://www.startupcan.ca/become-a-member/) - [vc_row el_class=”big-cta” row_type=”row” type=”grid” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern” padding_top=”30″][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text el_class=”our-work-intro”]LAUNCHING MID 2015 – EARLY REGISTRATION NOW OPEN Make your voice heard and gain access to Canada’s fastest growing entrepreneur-led organization by joining Startup Canada’s Membership Program. Startup Canada Memberships are available to individuals, startups, small businesses, entrepreneur support organizations, academic institutions, and non-profits. In addition to gaining outstanding member benefits,
- [Site Map](https://www.startupcan.ca/site-map/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][simple-sitemap][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_empty_space height=”32px”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [Legal](https://www.startupcan.ca/legal/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]Terms of Use Acceptance of Terms of Use IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ ALL THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS CAREFULLY. Startup Canada owns and operates this Website, located at https://www.startupcan.ca/ (the “Website”). These terms of use of the Website (the “Agreement”) contain the terms and conditions under which you may access and use the
- [Past Events](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats/past-events/) - [vc_row el_class=”big-cta” row_type=”row” type=”full_width” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text el_class=”our-work-intro”]Explore our past events below and contact hello@startupcan.ca if you would like to be a guest on one of our online programs or wish to run an event in partnership with Startup Canada.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”75px”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″ offset=”vc_hidden-xs”][vc_column_text] [mailchimpsf_form] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text][portfolio_event_list type=”standard” columns=”4″ image_size=”square” order_by=”menu_order” order=”DESC” filter=”no” lightbox=”no” show_load_more=”yes” number=”16″
- [Press](https://www.startupcan.ca/press/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This page is just a placeholder. Please visit one of our press pages by using the menu at the top of the page.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_empty_space height=”32px”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [Home](https://www.startupcan.ca/home-2-2/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”5px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”grid” el_class=”home-top”][vc_column width=”1/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1410735741635{padding-right: 10px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;}”][blockquote text=”We are entrepreneurs working together to build a Canada for entrepreneurs and give a voice to the Canadian startup community.” show_quote_icon=”no” width=”100″ line_height=”30″ text_color=”#0a0a0a”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/4″ css=”.vc_custom_1410734837422{padding-right: 10px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;}”][counter box=”no” position=”right” font_weight=”400″ separator=”no” digit=”250,000″ font_size=”26″ text=”Engaged” text_size=”14″ font_color=”#000000″ text_color=”#e21836″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/4″ css=”.vc_custom_1410735725691{padding-left: 10px !important;}”][vc_empty_space height=”38px”][button
- [Partners](https://www.startupcan.ca/about-2-2/partners/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] National Partners [/vc_column_text][vc_separator up=”10″ down=”10″][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][qode_clients columns=”four_columns”][qode_client link_target=”_blank” image=”16923″ link=”https://quickbooks.intuit.ca”][qode_client link_target=”_blank” image=”16916″ link=”https://www.bdc.ca/en/pages/home.aspx”][qode_client link_target=”_blank” image=”16919″ link=”https://www.edc.ca/”][qode_client link_target=”_blank” image=”16913″ link=”https://www.membersonlyprogram.com/startupcan/”][qode_client link_target=”_blank” image=”16921″ link=”https://www.mastercard.ca/”][qode_client link_target=”_blank” image=”17674″ link=”https://www.sovereigngeneral.com/”][qode_client link_target=”_blank” image=”18646″ link=”https://www.tradecommissioner.gc.ca/trade_commissioners-delegues_commerciaux/index.aspx?lang=eng”][/qode_clients][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row text_align=”center”][vc_column][vc_column_text] Gold Partners [/vc_column_text][vc_separator up=”10″ down=”10″][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][qode_clients columns=”four_columns”][qode_client link_target=”_blank” image=”19743″ link=”https://www.scotiabank.com/ca/”][qode_client link_target=”_blank” image=”16915″ link=”https://aws.amazon.com/”][/qode_clients][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row text_align=”center”][vc_column][vc_column_text] Silver Partners [/vc_column_text][vc_separator up=”10″ down=”10″][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][qode_clients columns=”four_columns”][qode_client link_target=”_blank” image=”16912″ link=”https://www.trushieldinsurance.ca”][qode_client link_target=”_blank”
- [Team](https://www.startupcan.ca/about-2-2/team/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] About [/vc_column_text][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”5px”][vc_column_text]Startup Canada is the national rallying community and voice for Canada’s 3.5 million entrepreneurs. Since launching in 2012, Startup Canada has grown to represent more than 250,000 entrepreneurs and 50 grassroots communities from coast to coast to coast. Through digital programs and flagship events, Startup Canada is the network promoting, inspiring,
- [Impact](https://www.startupcan.ca/blog/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_empty_space height=”32px”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [Contact](https://www.startupcan.ca/about-2-2/contact/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_widget_sidebar sidebar_id=”About Sidebar” el_class=”widgetised-sidebar”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1410042750040{background-color: #ffffff !important;}”] Contact Info [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Email: hello@startupcan.ca Startup Canada 56 Sparks Street, Suite 300 Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5A9 Canada[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10″][social_icons icon=”fa-twitter” use_custom_size=”yes” custom_size=”14″ link=”https://www.twitter.com/Startup_Canada” target=”_blank” icon_hover_color=”#e21836″ border_width=”2″ border_hover_color=”#e21836″ icon_color=”#e21836″ background_color=”#ffffff” background_hover_color=”#ffffff” border_color=”#e21836″][social_icons icon=”fa-facebook” use_custom_size=”yes” custom_size=”14″ link=”https://www.facebook.com/startupcanada” target=”_blank” icon_hover_color=”#e21836″ border_width=”2″ border_hover_color=”#e21836″ icon_color=”#e21836″ background_color=”#ffffff” background_hover_color=”#ffffff” border_color=”#e21836″][social_icons icon=”fa-linkedin” use_custom_size=”yes”
- [StartupChats](https://www.startupcan.ca/startupchats/) - [vc_row el_class=”big-cta”][vc_column offset=”vc_hidden-xs”][vc_column_text el_class=”our-work-intro”]Every Wednesday at 12pm ET, join us and fellow entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and industry experts to dive into the top issues and trends for entrepreneurs. Participating in #StartupChats is a great way to connect with budding entrepreneurs, share your business, and learn while making new connections. Are you in? Click the register
- [Newsroom](https://www.startupcan.ca/about-2-2/newsroom/) - [vc_row el_class=”big-cta”][vc_column width=”2/3″ offset=”vc_hidden-xs”][vc_column_text el_class=”our-work-intro”]Startup Canada is the national rallying community and voice for Canada’s 3.5 million entrepreneurs. Explore our press releases and statements and signup to our newsletter to receive the latest updates and news from Canada’s startup and entrepreneurship community.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text] [mailchimpsf_form] [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”100px”][latest_post order_by=”date” order=”DESC” display_category=”0″ display_time=”0″ display_comments=”0″ display_like=”0″ display_share=”0″ number_of_posts=”35″ category=”press”

## Memberships

- [Startup Global Portal](https://www.startupcan.ca/register/portal-membership/) - Learn everything you need about exporting and scaling your business through our Startup Global portal.
- [Finale](https://www.startupcan.ca/register/finale/)

## Communities

- [Christina Dove](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/christina-dove/)
- [Christina Owczarek](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/christina-owczarek/)
- [Trish Kelly](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/trish-kelly/)
- [Navdeep Parmanand](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/navdeep-parmanand/)
- [Virginia Ehrlich](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/virginia-ehrlich/)
- [Patti Propp](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/patti-propp/)
- [Janna Swales](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/janna-swales/)
- [Krystal Reeves](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/krystal-reeves/)
- [Ingrid Thomas](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/ingrid-thomas/)
- [Jessica Bosman](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/jessica-bosman/)
- [Anne Laurie](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/anne-laurie/)
- [Constanza Safatle](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/constanza-safatle/)
- [Venesse Lewis](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/venesse-lewis/)
- [Swarnamouli Majumdar](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/swarnamouli-majumdar/)
- [Donna Mathieson](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/donna-mathieson/)
- [Heidi Penning](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/heidi-penning/)
- [Shelley Montreuil](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/shelley-montreuil/)
- [Ashley Swinton](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/ashley-swinton/)
- [Julie Ann Gauthier](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/julie-ann-gauthier/)
- [Hong Phuc Nguyen](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/hong-phuc-nguyen/)
- [Conor Phillips](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/conor-phillips/)
- [Vivian Liu](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/vivian-liu/)
- [Natasha Peter](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/natasha-peter/)
- [Soifiya Hassani](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/soifiya-hassani/)
- [Livia Han](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/livia-han/)
- [Keisha Turner](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/keisha-turner/)
- [Bronwyn Bridges](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/bronwyn-bridges/)
- [Julie Arseneau Dupuis](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/julie-arseneau-dupuis/)
- [Kathryn Laframboise](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/kathryn-laframboise/)
- [Jean Erasmus, RPC](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/jean-erasmus/)
- [Ashley Hill](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/ashley-hill/)
- [Lesley Quinn](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/lesley-quinn/)
- [Jad Robitaille](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/jad-robitaille/)
- [Danielle Gauvin](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/danielle-gauvin/)
- [Cindy Purtill](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/cindy-purtill/)
- [Mallory Yawnghwe](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/mallory-yawnghwe/)
- [Sophia Yang](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/sophia-yang/)
- [Jessica McNaughton](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/jessica-mcnaughton/)
- [Bobbi Rose Koe](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/bobbi-rose-koe/)
- [Bernice Clarke](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/bernice-clarke/)
- [Nadia Ladak](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/nadia-ladak/)
- [Lourdes Still](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/lourdes-still/)
- [Cindy Purtill](https://www.startupcan.ca/community/cindy-purtill-2/)

## Portal Pages

- [2023 Pitch Competition](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal/2023-pitch-competition/) - The Startup Global Pitch Competition is back again in 2023! This year, we hosted a “Pop-up” Pitch Competition as part of the Startup Canada Tour, an in-person opportunity to win a cash prize of $3,000 plus a guaranteed spot at the Grand Finale in Brampton, Ontario. Please note applications for all Tour stops are now
- [Concours de pitch 2023](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal/concours-de-pitch-2023/) - Le concours de pitch de Startup Global reprend en 2023! Présentez votre candidature au concours de présentations éclair en personne de Startup Global lors de la Tournée de Startup Canada afin de remporter un prix de 3 000 $ et d’obtenir une place à la Grande Finale qui se tiendra à Brampton, en Ontario. La période de
- [Live Events](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal/live-events/)
- [Pitch Competition](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal/pitch-competition/) - Mark your calendars! Pitch applications open April 12, 2023. The Startup Global Pitch Competition is back again in 2023! All registrations for the Startup Global Pitch Competition will have access to various business development in-kind support throughout the year such as access to the Mentorly platform to book 1:1 Ask the Expert meetings with
- [In Person Application Form](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal/2023-pitch-competition/apply-to-pitch/in-person-application-form/) - Calgary and Brampton Applications are NOW CLOSED. All pitch spots have been filled.
- [Postulez pour le concours de pitch](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal/concours-de-pitch-2023/postulez-pour-le-concours-de-pitch/)
- [Apply to Pitch](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal/2023-pitch-competition/apply-to-pitch/)
- [Welcome to the Startup Global Portal](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal/startup-global/)
- [Virtual Application Form](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal/2023-pitch-competition/apply-to-pitch/virtual-application-form/)
- [Application Form](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal/2023-pitch-competition/apply-to-pitch/application-form/)
- [Partners](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal/sponsors/)
- [Startup Global 2022 | Pitch Competition](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal/startup-global-2022-wild-card/) - Thank you to everyone who applied for the 2022 pitch competition. Applications are now closed, and selected participants moving on to the semi-finals will be notified on August 8th. Key Dates: July 4 | Wild Card Applications Open July 31| Wild Card Applications Close August 8 | 10 Wild Card Spots selected & notified September
- [Ressources en français](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal/en-francais/)
- [Entrepreneur Journey](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal/entrepreneur-journey/) - What is it? Entrepreneur Journey Map to Exporting: Your step-by-step guide to building the business of your dreams The entrepreneur’s road to exporting is a long and complicated process. There are new processes to put in place, overseas manufacturers to consider, legal jargon, paperwork for correct shipping—the list goes on and on. Startup Canada wants
- [Portal Registration](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal/portal-registration/)
- [Resources](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal/resources/)
- [Entrepreneur Stories](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal/entrepreneur-stories/)

## Portal Posts

- [Startup Women 2023 | Financial Fitness: Keeping Your Books in Shape Webinar](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/startup-women-2023-financial-fitness-keeping-your-books-in-shape-webinar/) - ABOUT This webinar focuses on providing guidance and clarity about all things financials when starting your business. Explore ways to set yourself up for a healthy and sustainable future! From determining the right revenue model, to figuring out your break-even point, and creating a solid sales strategy. ​​ SPEAKERS Tracey Bissett: President, Bissett Financial Fitness
- [Startup Women 2023 | How I Raised My First 100K - And What I Did Next | Webinar](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/startup-women-2023-how-i-raised-my-first-100k-and-what-i-did-next-webinar/) - This is the fourth of five webinars Startup Canada will host, as part of the Startup Women 2023 program. These webinars aim to support the business development of women-identifying entrepreneurs and give them the tools and know-how to navigate the early stages of their entrepreneurial journey. ​​ ABOUT Learn from women founders about how they
- [Startup Women 2023 | Content Marketing Through Storytelling Webinar](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/startup-women-2023-content-marketing-through-storytelling-webinar/) - This is the third of five webinars Startup Canada will host, as part of the Startup Women 2023 program. These webinars aim to support the business development of women-identifying entrepreneurs and give them the tools and know-how to navigate the early stages of their entrepreneurial journey. ​​ ABOUT Drive growth for your business through strategic
- [UPS Case Study- Cheekbone Beauty Cosmetics Inc.](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/ups-case-study-cheekbone-beauty-cosmetics-inc/) - Jenn Harper, founder, and CEO of Cheekbone Beauty Cosmetic Inc. has made the mission of Cheekbone Beauty to help every Indigenous kid on the planet see and feel their value in the world while crafting sustainable colour cosmetics. Watch to see the inspirational story of how Cheekbone Beauty was founded and the importance of their
- [UPS Case Study- Indigenous Box](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/ups-case-study-indigenous-box/) - Kham and Mallory Yawnghwe Co-founders of Indigenous Box are creating a movement by championing Indigenous artisans and entrepreneurs scale up with the help of UPS by focusing on showcasing the beauty of the Indigenous community one curated box at a time. Watch to see the inspiring story of Indigenous Box and the importance of their
- [UPS Solutions for your business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/ups-solutions-for-your-business/) - UPS has a suite of solutions and services specifically for your business, designed to make shipping easier regardless how often you ship. Learn about customized discount packages on your UPS shipping service, a suite of tools such as interactive dashboards to personalized support by reaching out to a UPS Ambassador for expert advice. Continue growing
- [Going Beyond Borders to grow your business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/going-beyond-borders-to-grow-your-business/) - Going global is easier than you think. Let UPS experts help you navigate growing your business outside of Canada. From having a global network and smart technology to having the world’s largest customs broker, UPS has the tools and solutions to help your business expand. There’s incredible opportunity to grow your business outside of Canada,
- [InsureShield™ Shipping Insurance](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/insureshield-shipping-insurance/) - Secure a peace of mind regarding shipping and delivery by investing in shipping insurance. Shipping insurance can offset business’s costs associated with replacing an order as well as saving time managing claims. Consumers can also gain confidence in their order knowing their order is protected. Learn more about InsureShield™ Shipping Insurance, brokerage service offered in
- [The UPS Store, an Alternative Delivery Location](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/the-ups-store-an-alternative-delivery-location/) - Ensure consumers a sense of certainty knowing there won’t be delivery disruptions with their online purchases. The UPS Store provides an alternative delivery location program allowing consumers the option to have their shipments delivered to a designated The UPS Store location rather the recipients primary residence or place of business. The Alternative Delivery Location program
- [Fulfillment File](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/fulfillment-file/) - Get the support you need from the technology that UPS has to improve operational efficiency for your business. UPS fulfillment, warehousing and shipping solutions can save your valuable time and money. Learn more about the UPS fulfillment program.
- [How to Breakdown International Barriers](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/how-to-breakdown-international-barriers/) - International expansion of your business can be your path to further growth. UPS has provided some insight on how to make global expansion easier. Learn about the top three common errors shippers make on their commercial invoice to customs.
- [Women Exporters Program](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/women-exporters-program/) - UPS is proud to commit their resources and industry know-how to empower women like you through the UPS Women Exporters Program. Let their experts assist your small or medium-size business with international trade and e-commerce. UPS and their partners offer tools, information and networks that will help you connect with potential customers. They know helping
- [International Trade Solutions](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/international-trade-solutions/) - Whether you're new to international trade, or expanding market reach, you can rely on UPS to support your success. They're one of the world's largest customs brokerage and logistics consultants, with an immense scope of transportation services, warehousing facilities and international trade technology. All of which enables you to better succeed in today's global marketplace.
- [How to Build Customer Trust with a Solid Brand Strategy | Startup Women 2023 (Webinar)](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/how-to-build-customer-trust-with-a-solid-brand-strategy-startup-women-2023-webinar/) - This webinar will focus on what goes into building a confident and authentic brand that will stand out from the crowd and earn the trust of your customer base. Discover how to set clear and measurable goals for your brand and the power of harnessing your customers' experience. This was the second of five webinars
- [How Women Led Funding is Changing the Game | Startup Women 2023 (Webinar)](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/how-women-led-funding-is-changing-the-game-startup-women-2023-webinar/) - There is a growing number of women-led investment funds in Canada that are specifically interested in funding women founders, a group often grossly underinvested in. Research shows that when a woman is at the table, a fund is twice as likely to invest in a women-led start-up. Meet some of the women leaders who sit
- [Ressources et outils pour une conduite responsable des entreprises](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/ressources-et-outils-pour-une-conduite-responsable-des-entreprises/)
- [Resources and tools for responsible business conduct](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/resources-and-tools-for-responsible-business-conduct/)
- [Au sujet de la conduite responsable des entreprises](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/au-sujet-de-la-conduite-responsable-des-entreprises/) - La conduite responsable des entreprises à l’étranger intègre la gestion des risques pour l’environnement, les gens et la société aux activités principales des entreprises. Ces pratiques rendent les entreprises plus résilientes du fait qu’elle tient compte des risques associés à la production et à la chaîne d’approvisionnement (du point de vue opérationnel, financier et juridique).
- [About responsible business conduct abroad](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/about-responsible-business-conduct-abroad/) - Responsible business conduct integrates the management of risks to the environment, people and society into a business’ core activities. It makes a company more resilient through awareness of production and supply chain risks (operational, financial and legal).
- [10 tips for reviewing your procurement strategy](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/10-tips-for-reviewing-your-procurement-strategy/) - In recent years, traditional supply chains have been disrupted by extraordinary and unpredictable changes. Reliance on the just-in-time strategy exposes companies to risks that can jeopardize business continuity through shortages and service level disruptions. How can you build resilience and regain harmony in this vast logistics puzzle?
- [Import-export solutions during crisis](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/import-export-solutions-during-crisis/) - Over the last several decades, globalization has strengthened international trade and create intricate—but tightly calibrated—supply chains. However, all it takes is a global political, economic or health crisis for even the most well-oiled import-export supply chains to collapse.
- [Manage your business growth with the right strategies and tools](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/manage-your-business-growth-with-the-right-strategies-and-tools/) - Should you export your products to the US? To Europe? And if that results in exponential growth, how do you manage it properly? What growth strategies are available and how do you choose the one that’s best for your business? Learn about growth strategies and find out which one is right for you.
- [10 secrets for international success](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/10-secrets-for-international-success/) - The global economy and advances in technology have created a huge world market.
- [Is your business taking advantage of the low Canadian dollar?](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/is-your-business-taking-advantage-of-the-low-canadian-dollar/) - A low Canadian dollar creates an opportunity for your business to connect with prospective customers in the United States that are eager to take advantage of the difference in currency rates. Now may be a good time for you to explore introducing your business to potential customers south of the border.
- [2023 Perspectives économiques mondiales](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/2023-perspectives-economiques-mondiales/) - La montée des taux d’intérêt, l’inflation record et la guerre entre la Russie et l’Ukraine : autant de nouveaux défis pour les entreprises canadiennes. Les perspectives économiques mondiales d’EDC, un précieux outil qui vous permet de prendre des décisions d’affaires plus éclairées
- [2023 Global Economic Outlook report](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/2023-global-economic-outlook-report/) - With rising interest rates, record inflation and the Russia-Ukraine war, Canadian companies are facing new challenges and potential risks. EDC’s Global Economic Outlook provides insights to help you make better business decisions.
- [Créez votre plan de croissance](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/creez-votre-plan-de-croissance/) - Si vous êtes propriétaire d’une entreprise, vous vous êtes fixé des objectifs. Peut-être s’agit-il d’une série d’objectifs que vous aimeriez atteindre ou d’une vision claire du chemin que votre entreprise aura parcouru dans 10 ans. Mais la prospérité à long terme s’appuie autant sur des tactiques à court terme et une stratégie à moyen terme
- [Building your business growth plan](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/building-your-business-growth-plan/) - If you own a business, you’ve set goals. Maybe there’s a series of benchmarks you’d like to hit or a clear vision of where you’d like to see the business in 10 years. But long-term success is built on short-term tactics and medium-term strategy, as much as drive and vision. How will your business have
- [Femmes en commerce : 3 raisons de miser sur de bons réseaux mondiaux](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/femmes-en-commerce-3-raisons-de-miser-sur-de-bons-reseaux-mondiaux/)
- [Women in trade: 3 benefits of strong global networks](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/women-in-trade-3-benefits-of-strong-global-networks/)
- [UK Market Guide](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/uk-market-guide-2/) - Nous pouvons vous aider à tisser des relations, mieux comprendre le marché et prendre de l’expansion au Royaume-Uni.
- [Des entreprises autochtones à la conquête du monde](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/des-entreprises-autochtones-a-la-conquete-du-monde/) - Todd Evans, responsable national, Entreprises exportatrices autochtones à EDC, parle des tendances qui alimentent la croissance et l’innovation pour les entreprises de la communauté autochtone.
- [How Indigenous businesses are taking on the world](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/how-indigenous-businesses-are-taking-on-the-world/) - Todd Evans, EDC’s National Lead for Indigenous Exporters, reflects on the trends driving growth and innovation in the Indigenous business community.
- [Entrepreneurs autochtones : les étapes de l’exportation](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/entrepreneurs-autochtones-les-etapes-de-lexportation/) - L’avocate ottavienne Bree Jamieson-Holloway explique les grandes étapes que les entrepreneurs autochtones doivent suivre pour exporter.
- [Indigenous entrepreneurs: Checklist to exporting](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/indigenous-entrepreneurs-checklist-to-exporting/) - Ottawa lawyer Bree Jamieson-Holloway outlines key steps Indigenous entrepreneurs need to take to get ready to export.
- [Yukon Soaps Company aide les gens à renouer avec la terre](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/yukon-soaps-company-aide-les-gens-a-renouer-avec-la-terre/) - En savoir plus sur la façon dont Joella Hogan a utilisé le Programme d’accélération du commerce du Canada et les produits du savoir d’EDC pour développer la confiance, les connaissances et les contacts dont elle avait besoin pour percer les marchés en dehors du Canada.
- [Yukon Soaps Company reconnects people to the land](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/yukon-soaps-company-reconnects-people-to-the-land/) - Learn how Joella leveraged EDC's Trade Accelerator Program and knowledge services to develop the confidence, knowledge, and connections she needed to break into markets outside Canada.
- [Un réseau voué à la réussite des entrepreneures en commerce de détail](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/un-reseau-voue-a-la-reussite-des-entrepreneures-en-commerce-de-detail/) - Le réseau national « de Sedulous Women Leaders » aide les propriétaires d’entreprise noires, racisées et immigrantes à vendre leurs produits dans les grands magasins et les commerces de détail.
- [National network empowers women-owned businesses to succeed in retail](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/national-network-empowers-women-owned-businesses-to-succeed-in-retail/) - The national network, de Sedulous Women Leaders, helps Black, racialized and immigrant business owners get their products into big-store stores and retail outlets.
- [Éliminer les obstacles des exportateurs noirs et racisés](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/eliminer-les-obstacles-des-exportateurs-noirs-et-racises/) - Myriam Francisque, la nouvelle responsable nationale du commerce inclusif, Entreprises exportatrices dirigées par des Noirs et des personnes racisées d’EDC, fait la lumière sur les principaux obstacles auxquels sont confrontés les entrepreneurs noirs.
- [Eliminating barriers for Black, racialized exporters](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/eliminating-barriers-for-black-racialized-exporters/) - Myriam Francisque, EDC’s new national lead for Inclusive Trade and Black and racialized exporters, highlights the key barriers for Black entrepreneurs.
- [Sortir de sa zone de confort : voir au-delà des États-Unis](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/sortir-de-sa-zone-de-confort-voir-au-dela-des-etats-unis/) - Si vous envisagez d’exporter, l’une des choses les plus importantes que vous aurez à décider sera votre marché cible.
- [Outside the comfort zone: Expanding beyond the U.S.](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/outside-the-comfort-zone-expanding-beyond-the-u-s/) - If you’re considering becoming an exporter, choosing the right target market is one of the biggest decisions you need to make.
- [Comment préparer un plan d'exportation: Faites passer votre entreprise à la vitesse supérieure](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/comment-preparer-un-plan-dexportation-faites-passer-votre-entreprise-a-la-vitesse-superieure/) - Ça y est : tout est en place pour faire passer votre entreprise à la vitesse supérieure. Il est maintenant temps de préparer votre plan d’exportation.
- [How to build an export plan: Taking your business to the next level](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/how-to-build-an-export-plan-taking-your-business-to-the-next-level/) - You’ve ticked off all the boxes highlighting that you’re ready to take your business to the next level. It’s time to build an export plan.
- [EDC Credit Insurance](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/edc-credit-insurance-2/) - Une seule facture non payée peut transformer un profit en perte. Grâce à l’assurance-crédit d’EDC, 90 % de vos pertes assurées sont couvertes contre le risque de non-paiement découlant d’un éventail d’événements.
- [EDC Credit Insurance](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/edc-credit-insurance/) - One unpaid invoice can mean the difference between profit and loss. With EDC Credit Insurance, 90% of your insured losses are covered against the risk of non-payment caused by a variety of events.
- [Australia Market Guide](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/australia-market-guide/) - Nous pouvons vous aider à tisser des relations, mieux comprendre le marché et prendre de l’expansion en Australie.
- [Australia Market Update](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/australia-market-update/) - We can help you get a better understanding of market activity, relationships and support to grow your business in Australia.
- [Germany Market Update](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/germany-market-update/) - Nous pouvons vous aider à tisser des relations, mieux comprendre le marché et prendre de l’expansion en Allemagne.
- [Germany Market Guide](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/germany-market-guide/) - We can help you get a better understanding of market activity, relationships and support to grow your business in Germany.
- [France Market Guide](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/france-market-guide-2/) - Nous pouvons vous aider à tisser des relations, mieux comprendre le marché et prendre de l’expansion en France.
- [France Market Guide](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/france-market-guide/) - We can help you get a better understanding of market activity, relationships and support to grow your business in France.
- [UK Market Guide](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/uk-market-guide/) - We can help you get a better understanding of market activity, relationships and support to grow your business in the United Kingdom.
- [US Market Guide](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/us-market-guide/) - Export Development Canada can help you get a better understanding of market activity in the U.S., the opportunities and challenges and how to access support and capital to grow your company.
- [US Market Guide](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/us-market-guide-2/) - Exportation et développement Canada peut vous aider à mieux comprendre le marché américain, les débouchés, les obstacles et les moyens d’obtenir le soutien et le capital nécessaires à votre croissance.
- [E-commerce with TCS](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/e-commerce-with-tcs/) - Canada's Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) can help companies that are ready to start doing business online with customers abroad, or those already selling internationally.
- [Country and sector information for international business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/country-and-sector-information-for-international-business/) - New opportunities to diversify internationally await you! Thanks to a broad and growing trade network, Canadian companies can benefit from preferred access to markets all over the world. Research TCS's current business opportunities in specific countries, or browse by sector to find new markets and growth possibilities.
- [Canada’s free trade agreements: The gateway to enter new markets and diversify your exports](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/canadas-free-trade-agreements-the-gateway-to-enter-new-markets-and-diversify-your-exports/) - At their most basic level, free trade agreements (FTAs) are treaties between two or more countries that lower or remove barriers to trade, such as tariffs. FTAs make it easier to do business in other countries, and may help you compete on an equal footing with local companies. They can also cover non‑tariff barriers to
- [Exporting 101: Your steps to export success](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/exporting-101-your-steps-to-export-success/) - The Canadian Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) can help you realize the advantages, avoid the pitfalls and take the first steps to export success. With free personalized services, a worldwide network of more than 160 offices, funding programs, support through events and trade missions, links to partners and lots of online resources, the TCS can bring entrepreneurs
- [La volonté de « voir plus grand » propulse Raven Reads sur les marchés internationaux](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/la-volonte-de-voir-plus-grand-propulse-raven-reads-sur-les-marches-internationaux/) - Nous sommes fiers de soutenir les entreprises détenues par des autochtones comme Raven Reads qui renforcent nos communautés ici au Canada.
- [TCS: Push to think bigger takes Raven Reads to global markets](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/tcs-push-to-think-bigger-takes-raven-reads-to-global-markets/) - Trade Commissioner Service proud to support Indigenous-owned businesses like Raven Reads who strengthen our communities here in Canada.
- [Trade Commissioner stories: How to find success in the emerging market of Colombia](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/trade-commissioner-stories-how-to-find-success-in-the-emerging-market-of-colombia/) - Claudio Ramirez is the TCS Senior Trade Commissioner in Bogotà, Colombia, where he is a powerful relationship-builder between Canadian and Colombian businesses. Colombia is full of both Fortune 500 companies and innovative start-ups, and he and his team have unprecedented access to the people and opportunities in this powerful emerging economy. See how Claudio works
- [Histoires de délégués commerciaux : Réussir dans le marché émergent de la Colombie](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/histoires-de-delegues-commerciaux-reussir-dans-le-marche-emergent-de-la-colombie/) - Claudio Ramirez est notre délégué commercial principal à Bogotà, en Colombie, où il est un important bâtisseur de relations entre les entreprises canadiennes et colombiennes. Bogotà regorge d’entreprises du Fortune 500 et d’entreprises en démarrage novatrices, et lui et son équipe ont un accès sans précédent aux personnes et aux occasions offertes par cette puissante
- [Accélérateurs technologiques canadiens (ATC)](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/accelerateurs-technologiques-canadiens-atc/)
- [Canadian Technology Accelerators (CTA)](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/canadian-technology-accelerators-cta/) - Provides information on how Canada’s high-potential start-up and scale-up tech companies can benefit from CTA support.
- [Lancez-vous sur les Marchés Internationaux - Comment le SDC aide les entreprises canadiennes](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/lancez-vous-sur-les-marches-internationaux-comment-le-sdc-aide-les-entreprises-canadiennes/)
- [Take Your Business to the World - How the TCS helps Canadian companies](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/take-your-business-to-the-world/) - Now more than ever, Canada’s Trade Commissioner Service is helping businesses start or continue selling their products and services abroad through its funding and support programs and network of trade commissioners in over 160 cities worldwide.
- [Programmes de financement du SDC](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/programmes-de-financement-du-sdc/)
- [TCS Funding Programs](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/tcs-funding-programs/)
- [CanExport PME](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/canexport-pme/) - Présentez une demande pour obtenir jusqu’à 75 000 $ en financement et couvrir jusqu’à 75 % des coûts associés au développement des possibilités d’exportation de vos produits ou services sur des marchés internationaux où votre entreprise a actuellement peu ou pas de ventes.
- [CanExport SMEs](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/canexport-smes/) - Apply for up to $75,000 to cover as much as 75% of the costs associated with developing export opportunities for your products and services to international markets where you currently have minimal or no sales.
- [Le Libre-Échange Pour Croître à L’échelle Mondiale](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/le-libre-echange-pour-croitre-a-lechelle-mondiale/) - Les entreprises comme la vôtre peuvent bénéficier d’un accès préférentiel à 1,5 milliard de clients potentiels dans le monde entier grâce aux accords de libre-échange (ALE). Comme 99,5 % de la population mondiale vit hors de nos frontières, il est temps pour vous de tirer parti de débouchés sans précédent.
- [Free Trade Grows Your Business Globally](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/free-trade-grows-your-business-globally/) - Companies like yours can benefit from preferential access to 1.5 billion potential consumers around the world through free trade agreements (FTAs). With 99.5% of the world’s population outside our borders, it is time for you to capitalize on unprecedented market opportunities.
- [Découvrez comment vous pouvez créer un plan de croissance pour mener votre entreprise où vous voulez aller.](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/decouvrez-comment-vous-pouvez-creer-un-plan-de-croissance-pour-mener-votre-entreprise-ou-vous-voulez-aller/)
- [Find out how to make a detailed roadmap to take your business where you want it to go.](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/find-out-how-to-make-a-detailed-roadmap-to-take-your-business-where-you-want-it-to-go/)
- [Apprenez-en davantage sur la façon dont vous pouvez bâtir des réseaux stratégiques pour faire croître et appuyer votre entreprise.](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/apprenez-en-davantage-sur-la-facon-dont-vous-pouvez-batir-des-reseaux-strategiques-pour-faire-croitre-et-appuyer-votre-entreprise/)
- [Learn how you can build a strategic network to grow and support your business.](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/learn-how-you-can-build-a-strategic-network-to-grow-and-support-your-business/)
- [Exporter vers les États-Unis : voici les conseils des propriétaires de trois entreprises canadiennes dirigées par des femmes du secteur de la transformation alimentaire.](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/exporter-vers-les-etats-unis-voici-les-conseils-des-proprietaires-de-trois-entreprises-canadiennes-dirigees-par-des-femmes-du-secteur-de-la-transformation-alimentaire/)
- [Three women entrepreneurs in Canada’s food-processing industry share their tips for exporting to the U.S.](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/three-women-entrepreneurs-in-canadas-food-processing-industry-share-their-tips-for-exporting-to-the-u-s/)
- [Programme des femmes exportatrices](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/programme-des-femmes-exportatrices/) - UPS est fière d’engager ses ressources et son savoir-faire dans l’industrie pour habiliter les femmes comme vous grâce au programme des femmes exportatrices d’UPS. Laissez nos experts aider votre petite ou moyenne entreprise avec le commerce international et le commerce électronique. UPS et nos partenaires offrent des outils, des renseignements et des réseaux qui vous
- [Offer Card](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/offer-card/) - UPS is happy to provide Startup Canada Members exclusive discounts on UPS Small Package shipments and Brokerage services. UPS is pleased that they can offer Startup Canada Members the ability to save money. There are no minimum requirements, take advantage of the discount.
- [UPS My Choice for Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/ups-my-choice-for-business/) - Manually tracking your shipments can consume a lot of your valuable time. UPS My Choice for Business is a free digital hub that allows you to manage all your UPS shipments through a centralized dashboard where you can view all inbound and outbound UPS shipments, change delivery destinations and dates, get custom delivery notifications, manage
- [Google Market Finder Tool](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/google-market-finder-tool/) - Google has created an easy-to-use Market Finder tool that provides global marketing strategy guides and the ability to explore category trends as well as get in-depth insights to help you find relevant opportunities.
- [Info-Tarif Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/info-tarif-canada/) - Obtenez rapidement l’information tarifaire applicable sur des produits et pour des pays avec lesquels le Canada a conclu un accord de libre-échange. L’Info-Tarif Canada est une initiative conjointe de BDC, d’EDC et du Service des délégués commerciaux du Canada d’Affaires mondiales Canada.
- [Canada Tariff Finder](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/canada-tariff-finder/) - Quickly get tariff information for specific products and countries where Canada has a Free Trade Agreement. The Canada Tariff Finder is the result of collaboration between BDC, EDC and the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service of Global Affairs Canada.
- [3 Ways To Test If Your Export Idea Will Work](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/3-ways-to-test-if-your-export-idea-will-work/) - Before you export your products or services, do what you can to assess responses from competitors and customers. This article from Scotiabank will help you gauge the success of your export idea. Speak to your Scotiabank Small Business Advisor to get started. This post was first published on Scotiabank Small Business Advice Center.
- [Marketing in the International Marketplace](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/marketing-in-the-international-marketplace/) - Marketing principles and strategies are, in many ways, global. But if you’re branching out into the international marketplace, your strategy should include any possible differences, otherwise your results may not be what you’d hoped. This article from ScotiaAdvice+ hub gives you some advice on market research.
- [Entrepreneurs Going Global Panel | Going Global Successfully](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/entrepreneurs-going-global-panel-going-global-successfully/) - Learning outcomes: Learn how to scale your business globally and why it is important in 2021 Understand what e-commerce tactics have been successful and how to build a brand across all channels Learn direct techniques, strategies and past lessons from our panel of entrepreneurs on their exporting journeys
- [Entrepreneurs Going Global Panel | Early Stage Advice](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/entrepreneurs-going-global-panel-early-stage-advice/) - Learning outcomes: How to take the first steps to begin your business’ exporting journey What are useful tools and resources to help a business go global Logistical management including how to infiltrate new markets and how exporting can increase overall growth
- [Time to Think Global](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/time-to-think-global-2/) - Learning Outcomes: - Why exporting can be an advantage to your business - Areas to explore - Free trade agreements (slides on CETA, CPTPP and CUSMA) - Customs and regulations (common mistakes and where to get support/help) - Diving into the e-commerce boom - How to build your supply chain map - Where to get
- [How the TCS Can Help Grow Your Business Around the World](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/tcs-workshop-vid/) - You’re ready to grow. We’re ready to help. Now more than ever, Canada’s Trade Commissioner Service is helping businesses start or continue selling their products and services abroad through its funding and support programs and network of trade commissioners in over 160 cities worldwide. *Regardez la vidéo en Français
- [Bien s’entourer pour propulser sa croissance à l’étranger](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/how-an-advisory-board-can-help-your-business-go-global/) - Ce webinaire en français (traduit simultanément en anglais) vous donnera une marche à suivre pour mettre sur pied un comité consultatif de grande qualité. Nous aborderons également les fonctions et les rôles les plus pertinents du comité, comment elle peut optimiser les forces actuelles de votre entreprise et contrebalancer ses faiblesses, et comment elle peut
- [Impliquez le Service des délégués commerciaux du Canada dans votre entreprise présenté par le SDC](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/tirez-parti-du-service-des-delegues-commerciaux-du-canada-presented-by-tcs/) - À propos de la session Prêt à faire découvrir votre entreprise au monde ? Le Service des délégués commerciaux du Canada (SDC) est le réseau canadien le plus complet de professionnels du commerce international. Notre objectif est d’aider les entreprises canadiennes à naviguer dans les complexités des marchés mondiaux. Tirez parti de notre expertise, bénéficiez de
- [Comment le SDC peut vous aider à développer votre entreprise dans le monde](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/tcs-french-workshop/) - Vous êtes prêt à croitre. Nous sommes prêts à vous aider. Aujourd’hui plus que jamais, le Service des délégués commerciaux du Canada aide les entreprises à se lancer dans l’exportation ou à continuer à exporter leurs produits et services à l’étranger grâce à des programmes de financement et de soutien ainsi qu’à son réseau de délégués
- [L’entreprise de Calgary manquait de ressources et de soutien jusqu’à cette découverte présenté par le SDC](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/une-entreprise-manquait-de-ressources-et-de-soutien-jusqua-ce-quelle-decouvre-ceci-presented-by-tcs/) - À propos de la session Wedge Networks manquait à la fois de ressources et de l’infrastructure de soutien pour se développer sur des marchés cibles qui avaient une demande pour leur produit. Le Service des délégués commerciaux a fourni ces deux éléments et leur a présenté aux contacts de hauts niveaux dont ils avaient besoin
- [Un cabinet de Toronto affirme que le Service des délégués commerciaux est la clé du succès présenté par le SDC](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/une-entreprise-de-toronto-affirme-que-le-sdc-est-la-cle-de-son-succes-presented-by-tcs/) - À propos de la session « Nous savons du Service des délégués commerciaux qu’il s’agit d’un élément essentiel du succès de la mondialisation des entreprises canadiennes. » OneEleven est une entreprise qui vise à aider d’autres entreprises à se développer, et le SDC est le premier outil qu’ils recommandent à une entreprise qui cherche à se développer
- [La portée du SDC est une nouvelle réjouissante pour Viryl Tech présenté par le SDC](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/la-puissance-du-sdc-est-de-la-musique-aux-oreilles-de-viryl-tech-presented-by-tds/) - À propos de la session Viryl Tech fabrique les machines qui produisent des disques vinyle, et ils savaient que le marché canadien ne suffirait pas pour eux. Ils avaient besoin de se mondialiser dès le premier jour, et c’est exactement ce qu’ils ont fait. En un an seulement, ils se sont établis dans neuf pays,
- [Supporting Indigenous Business Through Trade by Export Development Canada (EDC)](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/indigenous-business-presented-by-edc/) - About the Session Learn more at edc.ca/indigenous-business Download the slides
- [Top Components of a Good Shopping Cart presented by UPS](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/top-components-of-a-good-shopping-cart-presented-by-ups/) - About the Session Stop your customers from abandoning their cart. UPS unpacks how to reduce shopping cart abandonment on your online store and the key components that create a positive online shopping experience.
- [Manage Your Growing Fulfillment presented by UPS](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/manage-your-growing-fulfillment-presented-by-ups/) - About the Session Deliver your product right into your customer’s hands. Join Paul Gasper, Director of Small Business at UPS, and use findings from their recent study on fulfilment to improve your bottom line and customer experience.
- [Succeeding Internationally: Strategies for Women in Trade by Export Development Canada (EDC)](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/succeeding-internationally-strategies-for-women-in-trade-presented-by-edc/) - About the Session Learn more at edc.ca/women-in-trade
- [How To: Cyber Readiness for SMEs presented by Mastercard](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/how-to-cyber-readiness-for-smes-presented-by-mastercard/) - About the Session Managing cyber security has become a key factor in running a business in a digital world. Learn ways to protect yourself against cyber criminals and avoid the unexpected costs that can surround a data breach. Global Cyber Alliance Small Business Cybersecurity Toolkit for SMBs: https://gcatoolkit.org/smallbusiness/know-what-you-have/?_tk=identify-your-devices Mastercard My Cyber Risk Free Offer: https://www.riskrecon.com/know-your-risk
- [Benefits of Going Online presented by Mastercard](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/benefits-of-going-online-presented-by-mastercard/) - About the Session Let us help you open the possibilities of an online market. Going online means great sales growth opportunities, in-depth consumer data, protecting your business revenue from economic shocks, and more. Learn more at mastercard.ca/smallbusiness
- [Toronto Firm Says Trade Commissioner Service is their Key to Success presented by TCS](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/toronto-firm-says-trade-commissioner-service-is-their-key-to-success-presented-by-tcs/) - About the Session “What we know about the Trade Commissioner Service is that it’s an essential part of success in going global for Canadian companies.” OneEleven is a company focused on helping other companies grow, and the TCS is the first tool they recommend to a company looking to expand abroad. For more information: https://www.tradecommissioner.gc.ca
- [The Power of the TCS is Music to Viryl Tech’s Ears presented by TCS](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/the-power-of-the-tcs-is-music-to-viryl-techs-ears-presented-by-tcs/) - About the Session Viryl Tech makes the machines that make vinyl records, and they knew that the Canadian market alone would not be big enough for them. They needed to go global from day one, and that’s just what they did. In just one year, they entered nine countries, and much of that would not
- [Get the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service Working for You presented by TCS](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/get-the-canadian-trade-commissioner-service-working-for-you-presented-by-tcs/) - About the Session Ready to take your business to the world? The Canadian Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) is Canada’s most comprehensive network of international business professionals. We’re here to help Canadian companies navigate the complexities of global markets. Tap into our expertise, get the TCS advantage, and make exporting easier. For more information: https://www.tradecommissioner.gc.ca
- [Calgary Company Lacked Resources and Support Until They Found This presented by TCS](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/calgary-company-lacked-resources-and-support-until-they-found-this-presented-by-tcs/) - About the Session Wedge Networks lacked both the resources and the support infrastructure to expand into markets where they knew there was demand for their product. The Trade Commissioner Service provided both, and put them in front of the high-level contacts they needed in order to make sales to trusted foreign clients. To Wedge Networks,
- [Discover International Growth Opportunities with Market Finder by Google](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/discover-international-growth-opportunities-with-market-finder-by-google/) - Market Finder by Google is a one-stop-shop for everything that a business needs to grow internationally, from explaining where to export, how to get operations-ready, and how to advertise in new markets.
- [Pitch Building Bootcamp | Presented by Volition with Paul Brassard](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/pitch-building-bootcamp-presented-by-volition-with-paul-brassard/) - Learning outcomes: How to design a 90-second pitch that is clear, concise, and compelling with Volition's proven narrative pitch-building technique.
- [Pitch Building Bootcamp | Presented by Volition with Melanie Ewan](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/pitch-building-bootcamp-presented-by-volition-with-melanie-ewan/) - Learning outcomes: How to design a 90-second pitch that is clear, concise, and compelling with Volition's proven narrative pitch-building technique.
- [Nana's story](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/nanas-story/) - Ghanaian-Canadian entrepreneur Nana Boateng Osei started Bôhten Eyewear to create fashionable, sustainable eyewear that gives back to local communities. With Google Ads and Google Analytics, they've taken Bôhten from a local business to a global inspiration. Learn how to get your business online with Google:https://goo.gle/getonlinewithgoogle​
- [Tareq's story](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/tareqs-story/) - Peace by Chocolate is a story of new beginnings. As newcomers to Canada, the Hadhad family rebuilt their family-run chocolate business into a symbol for international peace and hope. Find free training and tools to help you grow your business at https://grow.google/intl/ALL_ca/​ #GrowWithGoogle​
- [Profile on Eatable](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/profile-on-eatable/) - Charlene Li, co-founder and director of EATABLE INC. who turned her life-long passion for good food into business. She along with her husband, Vince, launched EATABLE INC. a unique gourmet popcorn brand that features flavours inspired by classic cocktails, wines and spirits. From extensive research on the sector, to learning from professional chefs, to enlisting
- [Profile on Dalcini Stainless](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/profile-on-dalcini-stainless/) - The inspiring story of Nita Tandon, founder of Dalcini Stainless, a chemical-free and sustainable solution to food storage. When she could not find what she was looking for, she decided to have them made. Today, Dalcini Stainless is a growing business, which has won several awards and accolades.
- [Profile on Ellie Bianca](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/profile-on-ellie-bianca/) - UPS Canada supported Ellie Bianca, all-natural skincare brand founded by Evelyne Nyairo, who used her training as an environmental scientist to fill a void by producing much needed hand sanitizers.
- [Profile on Aria Vent](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/profile-on-aria-vent/) - UPS Canada supported Aria Vent, a custom air vent solution company founded by a father, Paolo Mantenuto, and daughter, Roberta Mantenuto, who share a passion for innovative, thoughtful design. The patented products are the first and only modular air register system that can be adapted to any surface.
- [Profile on Easy Daysies](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/profile-on-easy-daysies/) - We share an inspiring story of Elaine Tan Comeau, founder and CEO of Easy Daysies , a daily visual schedule for children. She is also the host/founder of Create Better (Elaine's Kitchen Table), a podcast that offers women a platform to share their story and help ‘Create Better’ – Better Family, Better Health, Better Business,
- [Centre aide-export d’EDC](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/centre-aide-export-dedc/) - Obtenez des conseils détaillés d’experts sur l’élaboration d’un plan de maintien des activités dans le contexte actuel (COVID-19), la gestion des employés à distance et la réorganisation de votre entreprise auprès du Centre aide-export d’EDC
- [Vérification de l’identité des partenaires étrangers avec Vérif-entreprise d’EDC](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/verification-de-lidentite-des-partenaires-etrangers-avec-verif-entreprise-dedc/) - Recherchez des entreprises dans l’outil Vérif-entreprise d’EDC, un répertoire qui en compte des milliers, et vérifiez-y l’identité d’un partenaire potentiel, la première étape en vue d’établir une relation d’exportation.
- [MonEDC](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/monedc/) - Créez votre compte gratuit MonEDC pour accéder à plus de 50 webinaires d’experts, à plus de 100 000 profils d’entreprise, à des rapports exclusifs et bien plus encore!
- [Webinaires d’EDC](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/webinaires-dedc/) - Les webinaires d’EDC portent sur une panoplie de thèmes incontournables dans le domaine du commerce : comment cibler et gagner de nouveaux clients, repérer votre prochain marché d’exportation et plus encore.
- [Huit façons de vous assurer d’être payé : l’Assurance-crédit sélective d'EDC](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/huit-facons-de-vous-assurer-detre-paye-lassurance-credit-selective-dedc/) - La COVID-19 a exacerbé la soif de réussite des propriétaires d’entreprise, mais ils craignent toujours que des plus gros contrats rendent leurs entreprises vulnérables. Apprenez comment réduire le risque de non-paiement : téléchargez notre guide gratuit.
- [Assurance EDC – Avances sur paiement (dépenses d’investissement)](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/assurance-edc-avances-sur-paiement-depenses-dinvestissement/) - Protégez votre entreprise en assurant les paiements anticipés que vous faites pour l’achat de biens d’équipement ou de biens semblables. Lorsqu’un fournisseur n’est pas en mesure d’honorer le contrat et qu’il ne peut pas rembourser les paiements anticipés versés avant l’expédition, l’Assurance EDC – Avances sur paiement (dépenses d’investissement) couvre jusqu’à concurrence de 90 % des
- [Marketing Plan](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/marketing-plan/)
- [Carte d’offre](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/french-ups-offer-card/) - 50 % d’économies pour la communauté Startup Canada pour l’envoi UPS d’un petit colis.
- [Dossier d’exécution](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/french-ups-fulfillment-file/) - La mise à l’échelle d’une entreprise est un processus sans fin. Heureusement, UPS dispose de la technologie pour vous simplifier la vie. Les entreprises peuvent profiter de nos solutions d’entreposage, d’exécution et d’expédition, afin que vous puissiez vous concentrer sur les points qui auront un impact plus important sur vos résultats.
- [UPS My Choice pour entreprises](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/french-ups-ups-my-choice-for-busines/) - Un guichet unique pour tous vos services UPS, vous pouvez gagner du temps, faire plus et améliorer votre service à la clientèle. Abonnez-vous maintenant pour facilement vous connecter, afficher et gérer toutes vos sélections d’applications UPS du tableau de bord centralisé de UPS My Choice pour entreprises.
- [Programmes de financement](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/programmes-de-financement/) - Le Service des délégués commerciaux aide les entreprises canadiennes à croître en leur donnant accès à des débouchés internationaux, à des programmes de financement et de soutien et à son réseau de délégués commerciaux dans plus de 160 villes du monde entier. Obtenir du financement pour se préparer aux marchés internationaux et accéder à de
- [Accélérateurs Technologiques Canadiens](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/accelerateurs-technologiques-canadiens/) - Le Service des délégués commerciaux habilités des entreprises technologiques canadiennes en démarrage ou en expansion à fort potentiel qui offrent une technologie ou un produit prêts à être commercialisés afin d’explorer les possibilités de croissance à l’échelle internationale.
- [Lancez-Vous sur les Marchés Internationaux](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/lancez-vous-sur-les-marches-internationaux/) - Aujourd’hui plus que jamais, le Service des délégués commerciaux du Canada aide les entreprises à se lancer dans l’exportation ou à continuer à exporter leurs produits et services à l’étranger grâce à des programmes de financement et de soutien ainsi qu’à son réseau de délégués commerciaux dans plus de 160 villes du monde.
- [How to Succeed in Foreign Markets: A Guide for Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/how-to-succeed-in-foreign-markets-a-guide-for-entrepreneurs/)
- [Succeed with e-commerce: A marketing guide for entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/succeed-with-e-commerce-a-marketing-guide-for-entrepreneurs/)
- [Top export financing solutions for Canadian entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/top-export-financing-solutions-for-canadian-entrepreneurs/) - Understand trade finance tools to succeed in international business
- [How to start exporting with online marketplaces](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/how-to-start-exporting-with-online-marketplaces/) - A Senior Business Advisor at BDC has created these six steps that are key for success in exporting via online marketplaces.
- [Key do’s and don’ts for shipping your exports](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/key-dos-and-donts-for-shipping-your-exports/) - Shipping can be a significant cost and should be on your strategic radar early on in an export venture. BDC takes you through their do's and don'ts for shipping your exports.
- [An easy guide to creating your international distribution plan](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/an-easy-guide-to-creating-your-international-distribution-plan/) - Follow these tips to effectively distribute your products internationally.
- [5 steps to create a winning market entry strategy](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/5-steps-to-create-a-winning-market-entry-strategy/) - BDC has created a five-step approach to creating a winning market entry strategy to expand into a new market.
- [Exporting to the U.S.—frequently asked questions](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/exporting-to-the-u-s-frequently-asked-questions/) - The U.S. is by far Canada’s largest export market, and for good reason: our neighbour has the most vibrant economy in the world along with a familiar business culture, language and culture.Still, Canadian entrepreneurs often come up against difficult issues when they’re exporting to the U.S., especially at the beginning. BDC provides answers to some frequently
- [CETA: What does the Canada-EU trade deal mean for your business?](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/ceta-what-does-the-canada-eu-trade-deal-mean-for-your-business/) - BDC provides an overview of what the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) means for your business.
- [Is my business ready to export?](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/is-my-business-ready-to-export/) - BDC advises aspiring exporters should pay attention to three pillars of their business when considering exporting.
- [Export quiz: Are you ready?](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/export-quiz-are-you-ready/) - Trade Commissioner Service have created this quick and simple quiz that gives you an idea on your businesses export readiness. It only takes a few minutes to complete!
- [Top 10 Go-To-Market Tips](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/top-10-go-to-market-tips/)
- [3 Tips for International Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/3-tips-for-international-business/) - Exporting goods or services cross-border offers mammoth growth opportunities, and can be both simple and affordable - so long as you follow Bridgehead's 3 tips.
- [Canadian Technology Accelerator](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/canadian-technology-accelerator/) - The Trade Commissioner Service empowers Canada’s high-potential start-up and scale-up tech companies that have a market-ready service, technology, or product to explore global growth opportunities.
- [Funding Programs](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/funding-programs/) - The Trade Commissioner Service helps Canadian businesses grow globally by connecting them with its funding and support programs, international opportunities, and its network of trade commissioners in more than 160 cities worldwide. Apply for funding to prepare for international markets and access new opportunities.
- [Small Biz Offerings](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/small-biz-offerings-utm_sourcestartup-global-portalutm_mediumwebsiteutm_campaignstartup-global-2021-resource/) - Access essential resources and unique benefits to help you run your business including Salesforce Essentials, Zoho, and the Logic.
- [Cybersecurity and Your Small Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/cybersecurity-and-your-small-business/) - Did you know that after a cyberattack, 25% of small businesses file for bankruptcy? Learn more about Mastercard’s Cyber Readiness Institute, and Global Cyber Alliance to protect your business.
- [MyEDC](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/myedc/) - Sign up for a free MyEDC account to access more than 50 expert webinars, 100K+ global company profiles, exclusive reports and more.
- [Sarah Barnes](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/sarah-barnes/)
- [Nitin](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/nitin/)
- [Connie Stacey](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/connie-stacey/)
- [Delores Sui](https://www.startupcan.ca/portal_post/delores-sui/)

## Portfolios

- [#StartupChats – A Healthy Hustle](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-a-healthy-hustle/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Mental health matters. Full Stop. We believe it is so important to continue having conversations about mental health and as entrepreneurs know that our mental health is crucial to how we show up in our work and in our lives. Let’s discuss the ways that entrepreneurship affects our mental health and what we
- [#StartupChats – Managing People 101](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-managing-people-101/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]We are not a team without people. Perhaps that seems obvious but the way we treat our people is incredibly important in the world of business. Our teams fuel the work that we set out to do as leaders, and without our teams, our people, our supporters, we just wouldn’t be where we are
- [#StartupChats – Planning for Growth in 2021](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-growth-in-2021/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]2020 likely shook our visions and plans for the future, but that doesn’t mean we can’t plan for a better 2021. Let’s discuss how we can reflect, prepare and pivot for growth in 2021. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][button font_style=”normal” text_align=”center” text=”Register here” link=”https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/121629118969″ color=”#ffffff” background_color=”#e21836″ border_color=”#e21836″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats – Connecting Customers and Brand](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-connecting-customers-and-brand/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Your brand is the blood that runs through everything that your business does. Your customers allow it to flow. Without this connection, there likely isn’t much room for business to happen. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats – Customer Success Strategies Offline and Online](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-customer-success-strategies-offline-and-online/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Customer success is business success and nowadays that has to happen offline and online, but do these strategies need different things? Let’s talk about the ways that we can engage and excite our customers online while making sure we are still nurturing our in person relationships and interactions with our customers. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats – Using Technology to Sustain Your Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-using-technology-to-sustain-your-business/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Technology. Where would business be without it? In this chat, we are going to discuss how technology and digital tools can help our businesses thrive. From day to day tasks to times of crisis and challenge, technology helps us run our businesses, offer our services and communicate with our customers and clients. Technology can
- [#StartupChats – Getting up to Speed on Financial Literacy](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-getting-up-to-speed-on-financial-literacy/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Financial literacy is one of the most important tools an entrepreneur can have in their toolbox. Budgeting, forecasting, and managing profits, costs, and losses are necessary to not only a startup’s self-generated success, but to attract investors as well. As we all know, the numbers don’t lie! [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats – How To Focus On The Right Things](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-focus-on-the-right/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]There’s a sea of distractions when it comes to entrepreneurship- it’s key to stay focused on what will grow your business, help your audience and make you proud. The ‘Right Things’ are different for every startup, but once you know what they are, your only task is sticking to them. Join this #StartupChats for
- [#StartupChats – The Biggest HR Mistakes Startups Make](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-the-biggest-hr-mistakes-startups-make/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]How do you hire? How do you make sure your talent aligns with your culture and your company’s missions? How do you build culture? How do you scale your startup? Hiring comes with a ton of questions, and like any stage of business, we are bound to make mistakes when growing our teams. Let’s
- [#StartupChats –  Leading During Change](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-leading-during-change/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Change. Where would we be without it? An inevitable, challenging but necessary thing. Other times, change can be exciting and provides us with the propeller we need to move forward in whatever plans, dreams and endeavours we set out for ourselves, and of course our teams. Let’s discuss the best ways to lead through
- [#StartupChats –  Insurance 101 for Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-insurance-101-for-entrepreneurs/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Attention entrepreneurs – class is in session! While it’s true no schooling can prepare you for running a business, you want to make sure you avoid enrolling in the school of hard knocks when it comes to potential risks. Find everything entrepreneurs need to know about policies, coverage, agents, and more in this #StartupChats
- [#StartupChats –  Leveraging Data to Grow](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-leveraging-data-to-grow/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Want to turn the 1’s and 0’s in your company’s analytics platforms into 1’s and 0’s in your revenue? Then you need to leverage your data! Join this episode of #StartupChats to learn about how to make the numbers in your servers multiply the numbers in your business development opportunities and your bank account!
- [#StartupChats –  eCommerce and Online Banking](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-ecommerce-and-online-banking/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Digital is at the forefront of everything we do in today’s world, and when it comes to business and banking, it’s no different. eCommerce and online banking are vital to the success and growth of so many businesses. That’s why it is so important to be aware of best practices, explore new strategies and
- [#StartupChats –  Managing Mental Health Remotely](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-managing-mental-health-remotely/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Mental health is crucial to our wellbeing and overall health, no matter where work takes place. We can all agree that the unexpected situation and uncertainty of this year has elevated our anxiety, our stress, and any other mental health challenges we have faced. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats –  Technologies for Managing Your Team](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-technologies-for-managing-your-team-copy/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Teamwork makes the dreamwork! Finding the right technology to manage your team, increase productivity and create flow at work will help your business thrive and keep everyone happy. On this #Startupchats you can learn, and share, the best technology and strategies for cohesive team management. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats –  Strengthening Your Online Presence](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-strengthening-your-online-presence/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]As a business owner, establishing a strong online presence is essential towards making potential sales and gaining loyal customers. With today’s shift to digital, establishing a positive image and creating a personal brand is as important as ever. For entrepreneurs trying to make a name for themselves, this is even more important. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column
- [#StartupChats –  Reducing Startup Costs and Breaking Even](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-reducing-startup-costs-and-breaking-even/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Being your own boss can be both wonderful and overwhelming, you own your successes and your failures like no one else can. That’s why when you start your startup you want to know you can sustain yourself financially while your business taxis down the runway, and how to reduce your costs and break even
- [#StartupChats –  Retaining Employees for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-retaining-employees-for-startups/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]You’ve done it – you’ve built a company you believe in, and it’s a vision that’s attracting others who want to help you build it. But how do you make sure they stay to help you see that vision through? Learn the answer to that question and more on this episode of #StartupChats where
- [#StartupChats –  The Value of Your Website](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-the-value-of-your-website/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]With most businesses going digital, it is more important than ever for young entrepreneurs to ask themselves how to build a great website and how it can improve their business. Join this #StartupChats for advice and discussion on the value behind your website. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and CIRA (@ciranews) for a live #StartupChats
- [#StartupChats –  Building Ethical, Sustainable Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-building-ethical-sustainable-startups/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Business ethics are not something you need to start worrying about when your startup reaches a certain size; they need to be implemented from the get-go. Join this #StartupChats to learn about ‘Building Ethical, Sustainable Startups’ and how small businesses can thrive, while staying socially responsible. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Community Foundations of
- [#StartupChats –  Starting Up and Selling Online](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-starting-up-and-selling-online/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Starting a business today is easier than ever before. In just a few hours, entrepreneurs can get their business online and sell their products and services to the world. Learn everything you need to know to start up and sell online in one hour. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Scotiabank (@scotiabank) for live #StartupChats
- [#StartupChats –  Exploring Your Financing Options](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-exploring-your-financing-options/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Financing: Who what where when why and how? Have the answers to any of these questions? Don’t know where to begin? Whatever your answer is, join this #StartupChats and share your experiences with other entrepreneurs asking the same questions and sharing knowledge while building your network online! Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and The Coca-Cola
- [#StartupChats – How to Protect Your Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-how-to-protect-your-business-2/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]In today’s society, ensuring the security of your business has never been more important. When building a business it’s important to keep in mind of potential threats that can originate from online sources, social and economic disasters from events like #COVID-19, as well as protection against financial threats. Join this #StartupChats for discussions and
- [#StartupChats – Building a Resilient Team](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-building-a-resilient-team/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Every entrepreneur knows they need an A-Team to succeed! Whether you’re playing dodgeball, football, or hardball in business you need to make sure you’ve built a team you can rely on to bounce back when times are tough. Join this #StartupChats for discussions on how to build a thriving team to take your business
- [#StartupChats – Growth Tools for Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-growth-tools-for-your-startup-2/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Growth, and growing pains, are a natural part of any well-functioning business. Join this #StartupChats to learn the best available growth tools and how to leverage them for your business. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Microsoft (@Msft_businessCA) on September 4th for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12 pm–1 pm ET. It’s hosted by
- [#StartupChats – Keeping Your Entrepreneurial Dream Alive](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-keeping-your-entrepreneurial-dream-alive/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]“Many of life’s failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up.” — Thomas Edison At a certain point, every entrepreneur faces a moment where they just don’t know if they can push through. Oftentimes it’s when they lose sight of why they built their business
- [#StartupChats – Productivity, Pipelines, and Processes](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-productivity-pipelines-and-processes-2/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Efficient, effective, and effortless – the recipe for an ideal workflow. Finding ways to minimize time spent on tasks is the way to maximize the returns you can reap from doing things faster and more efficiently. After all, time is money! Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Microsoft Canada (@Msft_businessCA) on August 19th. for
- [#StartupChats – Evaluating the Social Impact of Your Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-evaluating-the-social-impact-of-your-business/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Like most things in life, impact is measurable. When you’re a social entrepreneur, you want to make sure that not only is the impact model performing, but that it’s performing on track, on time, on budget, and affecting change. Join this #StartupChats to find out the best ways to evaluate the social impact of
- [#StartupChats – Maximize Your Credit Card](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-mastering-your-card/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Credit cards offer a lot of financial opportunities for people and businesses, but reckless spending can be risky. Being able to master the use of one or more credit cards is an important skill to have, especially if you’re an entrepreneur and business owner. These include knowing how to draft a budget, managing expenses,
- [#StartupChats – Risk Management During COVID-19](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-risk-management-during-covid-19/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Unprecedented times call for unprecedented expectations. Learn how to manage the threats COVID-19 can pose to your business and mitigate them with proper planning during this #StartupChats. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Sovereign Insurance (@SovInsurance) for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12 pm to 1 pm ET. Hosted by Lyndon Johnson (@THINK_Lyndon),
- [#StartupChats – Microsoft TBD](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-microsoft-tbd/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]You know it’s time to reach for the stars with your team, but as the CEO, you also need to prepare them how to get there. On this episode of #StartupChats, learn what you need to do to prepare your team to scale and to build the right change management and human resource strategy
- [#StartupChats – Preparing Your Team to Scale](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-preparing-your-team-to-scale/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]You know it’s time to reach for the stars with your team, but as the CEO, you also need to prepare them how to get there. On this episode of #StartupChats, learn what you need to do to prepare your team to scale and to build the right change management and human resource strategy
- [#StartupChats – Communications Strategy for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-communications-strategy-for-startups-2/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]If you have the greatest idea in the world, but no one knows about it, how great is it? Learn how to spread your message to the masses in the way that matters most with #StartupChats and Publicize! Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Publicize (@PublicizePR) for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12 pm
- [#StartupChats – What Women Entrepreneurs Need to Know](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-what-women-entrepreneurs-need-to-know/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Women continue to carve out their space in the business world. Still, there remain challenges, social barriers and unanswered questions for women entrepreneurs. Join this #StartupChats for discussions and to share strategies on surviving, and thriving, as women entrepreneurs. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Mastercard (@MastercardCA) for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm–1pm
- [#StartupChats – What's in a Business Name?](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-whats-in-a-business-name/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]What’s in a name? Your business’ future. Define yourself and your services, with something unique and unapologetically you.Finding a name that’s both catchy and unique, interesting yet clear, and original in a crowded landscape is key. Join this #StartupChats for discussions and to share strategies on finding the perfect balance. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada)
- [#StartupChats – Starting With Impact](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-starting-with-impact/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Like in boxing, football, or basketball, the first punch, play, or point you score sets the tone for the rest of the game. The same can be said for your social enterprise – start day one of your social impact venture with intention, and make that mindset a part of every day that follows.
- [#StartupChats – Collaborating Inclusively, Accessibly, and Remotely](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-collaborating-inclusively-accessibly-and-remotely/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Given remote working’s necessity nowadays, there’s no excuse to not offer it to those who need it most. Learn the best tips for Collaborating Inclusively, Accessibly, and Remotely during today’s special #StartupChats, and be part of the discussion for creating a more equitable working world. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Microsoft (@Msft_businessCA) on July
- [#StartupChats – Your Guide to Rapid Prototyping](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-your-guide-to-rapid-prototyping/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]When it comes to developing solutions, planning and thinking can only get you so far. Join this #StartupChats for a dive into Rapid Prototyping, and get yourself a guide for how to progress from planning and thinking to creating and doing. As the saying goes, “If a picture is worth a thousand words, then
- [#StartupChats – Collaborating With a Dispersed Team](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-collaborating-with-a-dispersed-team-2/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] Managing people can be like herding cats, especially when none of them are under the same roof. Learn the best tips from industry experts on Collaborating With a Dispersed Team during today’s special #StartupChats! Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Microsoft (@Msft_businessCA) on July 22nd for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12
- [#StartupChats – Digital Productivity Tools for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-digital-productivity-tools-for-startups/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]If there’s anything all startups crave, it’s increased productivity. The question is, how? There are countless digital productivity tools designed to save time, and more importantly to save you from headaches. Whether you need help with scheduling, task management or simply keeping track of information (or all three), there’s a tool for everyone! Join
- [#StartupChats – HR 101 for Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-hr-101-for-entrepreneurs/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Taking on your company’s first employees is a huge step for every entrepreneur. Becoming an employer for the first time may seem daunting. How do you hire? How do you ensure compliance? How do you build a thriving culture? How do you begin to let go, to scale? Join #StartupChats to get on
- [#StartupChats – What Might Go Wrong](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-what-might-go-wrong/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]It’s something you never want to think about, but considering what might go wrong in your business is how you ensure everything goes as right as possible. Join this #StartupChats to learn what you don’t know and how to safeguard your business from day one. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) for a live #StartupChats on
- [#StartupChats – Creating a Mobile Office](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-creating-a-mobile-office/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]It’s here, there, and everywhere you need it to be – in entrepreneurship having a mobile office can be essential to adapting to the demands of your day. Whether you’re dashing between client meetings, or feeling like a sip of something sweet on the beach, making your office move as you do is essential.
- [#StartupChats – Mastering Your Pitch](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-mastering-your-pitch-2/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Write, rehearse, rewrite, and deliver. Want tips for each of those four steps? Then join this special #StartupChats ahead of the 2020 Canadian Export Challenge! Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12 pm to 1 pm ET. Hosted by Lyndon Johnson (@THINK_Lyndon), Founder of Toronto-based COMMS.BAR and we’ll be
- [#StartupChats – Celebrating Canadian Innovation](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-celebrating-canadian-innovation/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]It’s time to recognize Canadian Innovation in a time like no other, because now more than ever, Canada needs innovators and entrepreneurs. This special #StartupChats is meant to highlight the contributions of incredible innovators across the country, and share just how important it is to showcase the success of Canadians in small, medium, and
- [#StartupChats – Pivoting for Global Impact](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-pivoting-for-global-impact-2/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Want to know the benefits of building a diverse team in your business? Join this episode of #StartupChats as we look into what it means to build diverse teams, and how it can add to your startup’s strength. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Mastercard (@MastercardCA) on June 24th for a live #StartupChats on Twitter
- [#StartupChats – Building Diverse Teams](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-building-diverse-teams/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Want to know the benefits of building a diverse team in your business? Join this episode of #StartupChats as we look into what it means to build diverse teams, and how it can add to your startup’s strength. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Mastercard (@MastercardCA) on June 24th for a live #StartupChats on Twitter
- [#StartupChats – Resilience in Entrepreneurship](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-resilience-in-entrepreneurship-june-17/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Entrepreneurship is about grit, toughness, and bouncing back, and that’s never been more necessary than now. This #StartupChats is meant to shine a light on the hardships of entrepreneurs across the country, and share strategies for how to stay resilient in hard times. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Sovereign Insurance (@SovInsurance) for a live #StartupChats
- [#StartupChats – Business Compliance 101](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-business-compliance-101-3/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Do you know what it takes to ensure your business is compliant? Don’t let your business become weighed down with red tape. Make sure you know your responsibilities as a new business owner. Join this special episode of #StartupChats to learn the best ways to navigate business compliance, and how to make sure your
- [#StartupChats – e-Commerce Solutions for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-e-commerce-solutions-for-startups/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Everyone uses e-Commerce, but should every entrepreneur offer e-Commerce? If you’ve wondered whether selling online is best for your business, or you’re wondering how to improve what you offer online, then join this episode of #StartupChats as we explore solutions to turn clicks into cash! Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Mastercard (@MastercardCA) on June
- [#StartupChats – Working Remotely, Securely](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-working-remotely-securely/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Just because you’re working from home base doesn’t mean you’re any more secure! Lear remote working security tips and join this #StartupChats to learn how to protect yourself (while in your pajamas) as a remote-based entrepreneur. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and The Coca-Cola Foundation (@cocacola_ca) for a live #StartupChats on Twitter as part of
- [#StartupChats – TBD May 27](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-tbd/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]No matter how innovative, ingenious, or incredible your product or service is, if you don’t know how to sell, your business might be over before it begins. Join this #StartupChats to learn and discuss the best methods for how to sell yourself, your services, and your products as an entrepreneur. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada)
- [#StartupChats – Leadership for Growth](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-leadership-for-growth/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]When you’re steering the ship it can be hard to get guidance for your guiding hand. Join this #StartupChats to learn how to get the advice you need to lead your business towards growth, and the qualities that will inspire confidence and commitment from your team! Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Mastercard (@MastercardCA) on
- [#StartupChats – Remote Working Strategies for COVID-19](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-remote-working-strategies-for-covid-19/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] Wondering how to make the most of those four walls at home? From collaboration platforms, connecting for calls, chats, and conferences, or project management join this #StartupChat to learn about the best strategies for working remotely! Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Microsoft (@Microsoft) on May 1st for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from
- [#StartupChats – Refinining Your Business Model & Sales Strategy](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-refinining-your-business-model-sales-strategy/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Step 1, step 2, step 3, profit. Need help figuring out steps 1 – 3 or more? Refining your business model and sales strategy is essential to ensuring your business’ ability to generate revenue, identifying ways you can cut costs, and fine-tuning your processes for maximum efficiency. Join this #StartupChats for discussions and to
- [#StartupChats – Sustaining Social Impact, Digitally](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-sustaining-social-impact-digitally/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Amid COVID-19 everything is changing, does that mean your level of social impact should? Join this #StartupChats to learn how social enterprises can maximize digital tools to sustain their impact, and unlock new ways forward for everyone. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Community Foundations Canada (@CommFdnsCanada) on April 8th for a live #StartupChats on
- [#StartupChats – Building a Sustainable Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-building-a-sustainable-business/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Sustainable practices need to be the backbone of your business – without them, your credibility, impact, and chances of success are in jeopardy. Join this #StartupChats to learn best practices for building the best business you can, and how to make the means matter as much as the ends in your everyday practices. Join
- [#StartupChats – Pivoting for Global Impact](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-pivoting-for-global-impact/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]You are thinking of going global and making a global impact with your business. How can you ensure that you are building a socially and environmentally global business that contributes to a better world? Join #StartupChats to learn about ‘Pivoting for Global Impact’ to build a global business with a triple bottom-line. Join Startup
- [#StartupChats – How to Employ Yourself](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-how-to-employ-yourself/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Be your own boss – the dream of many, but often easier said than done. If you’re living that dream or are thinking about pursuing it, tune into this #StartupChats where we discuss taking the leap from into full-time entrepreneurship, and how to best prepare to forge your own path. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada)
- [#StartupChats – Business Compliance 101](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-business-compliance-101-2/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Do you know what it takes to ensure your business is compliant? Don’t let your business become weighed down with red tape. Make sure you know your responsibilities as a new business owner. Join this special episode of #StartupChats to learn the best ways to navigate business compliance, and how to make sure your
- [#StartupChats – Making an Impact With Your Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-making-an-impact-with-your-business/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Large or small, local or global, when you make an impact with your business, you are contributing to building a better world and growing your bottom-line. Join this special #StartupChats to learn how you can maximize the impact of your business while growing your bottom line. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Community Foundations of
- [#StartupChats – How to Sell for Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-how-to-sell-for-entrepreneurs/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]No matter how innovative, ingenious, or incredible your product or service is, if you don’t know how to sell, your business might be over before it begins. Join this #StartupChats to learn and discuss the best methods for how to sell yourself, your services, and your products as an entrepreneur. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada)
- [#StartupChats – Financial Trends for Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-financial-trends-for-entrepreneurs/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Financial and market trends can be good or bad news for your business. How can you build your business to harness market trends? What can you do today to future-proof your business? What are the biggest trends in 2020 and how can you leverage them to accelerate your growth? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and
- [#StartupChats – Building Great Job Descriptions](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-building-great-job-descriptions/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Your company is (obviously) the best place to work in the world! But how do you let potential candidates know that? You build a great job description! Join this episode of #StartupChats to learn what makes a great job description and how to build one to attract top talent to your A-Team! Join Startup
- [#StartupChats – Mental Health for Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-mental-health-for-entrepreneurs/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Entrepreneurship can be a lonely road, and with so much resting on your shoulders to pull through it’s essential to have the proper supports in place to protect not only your physical health, but your mental health as well. From mindfulness and active relaxation, to self-care techniques and seeking professional help, join this #StartupChats
- [#StartupChats – CEBA and How It Can Help Your Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/ceba-and-how-it-can-help-your-businesss/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Want to learn the who, what, where, when, and why of CEBA? Join this episode of #StartupChats for an information session on ‘CEBA and How It Can Help Your Business’ and learn the most up to date and relevant information for entrepreneurs on this relief program. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Scotiabank (@scotiabank) for
- [#StartupChats – Social Enterprise Finance Options](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-social-enterprise-finance-options/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Social Enterprises can be non-profits, for-profits, co-ops, B-Corps and can take every possible blended form! Join this #StartupChats to learn what financing options are available for social enterprises, and find out what supports are available for building businesses about more than just the bottom line. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Community Foundations of Canada
- [#StartupChats – Starting Up on the Side](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-starting-up-on-the-side/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]In the gig economy, it’s almost impossible not to know someone with a side-hustle. If that someone is you, join this #StartupChats to learn about balancing starting your business on the side and working your way from wantrepreneur to entrepreneur. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and The Coca-Cola Foundation (@cocacola_ca) for a live #StartupChats on
- [#StartupChats – Employment Standards for Small Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-employment-standards-for-small-business/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Every business is bound by Employment Standards. Join this #StartupChats to learn how to make employment standards fit the needs of your employees, your business, and your customers, and learn best practices for navigating issues when they arise. Learn the basics and best practices to ensure your business goes beyond compliance and learn what
- [#StartupChats – Financing Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-financing-your-startup/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Funding: a word that’s become synonymous with the startup world. How do you find it? Where do you look for it? When should you pursue it? Is it the right approach for your business? Get the answer to these questions and more during #StartupChats on ‘Financing Your Startup’! Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Scotiabank
- [#StartupChats – How to Plan for a Thriving Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-how-to-plan-for-a-thriving-business/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Every entrepreneur knows that a plan can help to accelerate growth and success. How can you plan for a thriving business? What should you measure? Where should you place your focus? What models and support can get you to where you want to go faster? Join #StartupChats to learn ‘How to Plan for a
- [#StartupChats – Business Compliance 101](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-business-compliance-101/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Do you know what it takes to ensure your business is compliant? Don’t let your business become weighed down with red tape. Make sure you know your responsibilities as a new business owner. Join this special episode of #StartupChats to learn the best ways to navigate business compliance, and how to make sure your
- [#StartupChats – Taxes 101 for Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/taxes-101-for-entrepreneurs/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]It’s everyone’s favourite time of year – tax season! Sick of the slog through your shoebox of receipts and invoices? Join this #StartupChats and learn how to minimize your time spent in tax season and maximize your business’ efficiency year round to make tax season as painless and productive as possible. Join Startup Canada
- [#StartupChats – Cashflow 101](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-cashflow-101/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]When running a business, cash flow is everything! How can you leverage tools and technology to collect early and often? How can you prevent the necessary delays in accessing your capital? How are experts and other entrepreneurs optimizing their cash flow to get ahead and invest in growth? Join this special #StartupChats in partnership
- [#StartupChats – Top Resources for Women Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-top-resources-for-women-entrepreneurs/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]It’s never been a better time to be a woman entrepreneur building a business in Canada. Startup Canada and Scotiabank want to make starting and scaling up easier for every woman entrepreneur! Join this #StartupChats to learn about ‘Top Resources for Women Entrepreneurs’ and find out where to look and what resources exist to
- [#StartupChats – Starting Up - What Entrepreneurs Need to Know](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-starting-up-what-entrepreneurs-need-to-know/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]So, you’re thinking of taking the leap to start-up your dream and become your own boss – congratulations! Now what? Learn everything you need to know to start your entrepreneurial journey — from assessing your motivations and mindset and planning and building a support system to determining the business model and funding options right
- [#StartupChats – Building a Sales Funnel](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-building-a-sales-funnel/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Step 1 + Step 2 + Step 3 = …sales? Feeling lost trying to create your sales funnel? Join this special episode of #StartupChats as part of Startup Canada’s 10K Women Entrepreneurs Program, where we’ll examine the stages of the sales funnel – how to maximize your effectiveness at each stage of the sales
- [#StartupChats – Selling Online](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-selling-online/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]It’s called the world wide web for a reason – you can reach the world with your business at the touch of your fingers! Join this special episode of #StartupChats as part of Startup Canada’s 10K Women Entrepreneurs Program and find out how to begin the process of selling your product or services online,
- [#StartupChats – Funding Your Social Enterprise](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-funding-your-social-enterprise/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Social entrepreneurship is on the rise, and so are funding opportunities for social entrepreneurs! Join this #StartupChats on ‘Funding Your Social Enterprise’ to learn how to find the financing you need to get your social enterprise up and running, who to talk to get the money you need for your mission, and where to
- [#StartupChats – Scaling with Impact](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-scaling-with-impact/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]As an entrepreneur, the impact you make is the value you create both in the market and in your community – local, national, or global. When the goal is scaling your impact, keeping your impact at your core at each stage of your growth is integral to not only the service or product you
- [#StartupChats – Converting Customers into Ambassadors](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-converting-customers-into-ambassadors/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Your brand is a living, breathing thing that requires support, care, and nurturing – much like your customer base. Why not take care of both at once, and focus on converting your customers into ambassadors? Join this special episode of #StartupChats as part of Startup Canada’s 10K Women Entrepreneurs Program and build your brand
- [#StartupChats – Championing Women with your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-championing-women-with-your-startup/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Want to shatter expectations and the glass ceiling at the same time? Simple: employ and empower more women. Join #StartupChats for how ‘Championing Women With Your Startup’ can lead to better organizational performance and productivity. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Community Foundations of Canada (@CommFdnsCanada) for a live #StartupChats #StartupImpact Edition on Twitter from
- [#StartupChats – Finding Funding for Your Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-finding-funding-for-your-business/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]As every business owner ever said, “Show me the money!” Join this special episode of #StartupChats as part of Startup Canada’s 10K Women Entrepreneurs Program as we cover the process, questions, requirements, and best practices behind finding funding for your business. Join for discussions on where to look, how to ask, and what to
- [#StartupChats – Saving Time On Payroll](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-saving-time-on-payroll/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]As every business owner knows, time is money – but is it ever more true than when you’re doing payroll? Join #StartupChats and learn how to maximize your efficiency when paying your people, and free up more time to spend it on making more money. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Ceridian (@Ceridian) on March
- [#StartupChats – How to Protect Your Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-how-to-protect-your-business/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]When you’re an entrepreneur, your business is an extension of yourself. Protect your business the same way you would yourself when embarking on new ventures, or even during business as usual. Learn about best practices related to business continuity planning, risk management, and finding the right insurance coverage for your business in this episode
- [#StartupChats – SDGs for Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-sdgs-for-entrepreneurs/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Today’s world is one where everyone needs to be a conscientious consumer, but what about being a conscientious business owner? Find out how to implement the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in your business model and contribute to building a better world for business the world over. Learn how contributing to SDGs can
- [#StartupChats – How to Build a Business Plan](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-how-to-build-a-business-plan/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Just like everything else in life, when you’re starting a business You. Have. To. Have. A. Plan. Join this special episode of #StartupChats as part of Startup Canada’s 10K Women Entrepreneurs Program and discover why a business plan is absolutely essential for entrepreneurs and wantrepreneurs starting their small business journey, and the most important
- [#StartupChats – Outsourcing vs. In-House](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-payroll-outsourcing-vs-in-house/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]To outsource or not to outsource, that is the question. Entrepreneurs have many options when building a team. Sometimes you may need to hire a full-time resource, other times you may wish to contract out different functions within your organization, like payroll or other roles that you might not need full-time from the very
- [#StartupChats – Social Enterprise 101](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-social-enterprise-101/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Are you an entrepreneur looking to start-up with a social purpose? Do you want to build a business that delivers profit with a purpose? Although we live in an age of buzzwords, the good news is that social enterprise is a trend that is here to stay. Learn everything you need to know about
- [#StartupChats – How to Start Up Strong](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-how-to-start-up-strong/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Doing it right, from day one. Is this easier said than done? Join this #StartupChats to learn the best strategies for your business to be effective, efficient, and excellent from the start of your new business year. Learn how to set your sights on concrete success and how to build your business with the
- [#StartupChats – Productivity Solutions for 2020](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-productivity-solutions-for-2020/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]When it comes to starting up, there never seems to be enough time. Join this special episode of #StartupChats as part of Startup Canada’s 10K Women Entrepreneurs Program to learn about all of the ways you can save time and money in 2020, maximizing your productivity and the productivity of your business! Join Startup
- [#StartupChats – Payroll 101 for entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-payroll-101-for-entrepreneurs/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]“My biggest accomplishment as a business owner has been never missing payroll.” Pencils up, projector on, the class is in session – it’s Payroll 101! Join this #StartupChats to learn the ins and outs of the payroll process for entrepreneurs and startups. From gross wages and benefits to taxes and social security, we’ll examine
- [#StartupChats – Mentorship Day: Sharing Knowledge in Entrepreneurship](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-mentorship-day-sharing-knowledge-in-entrepreneurship/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join us on January 17th, 2020 from 12 – 1 PM ET on Twitter using the hashtag #StartupChats to discuss Mentorship Day: Sharing Knowledge in Entrepreneurship, hosted in partnership with Lighthouse Labs (@lighthouse_labs). Click here to register now. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][button font_style=”normal” text_align=”center” text=”read the wakelet” link=”https://wakelet.com/wake/a92044bb-8a06-44af-a076-7364c3810195″ color=”#ffffff” background_color=”#e21836″ border_color=”#e21836″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats – Are you Security Savvy?](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-are-you-security-savvy/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join us on December 6th, 2019 from 12 – 1 PM ET on Twitter using the hashtag #StartupChats to discuss Are you Security Savvy?, hosted in partnership with Sovereign Insurance (@awscloud). Click here to register now. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][button font_style=”normal” text_align=”center” text=”read the wakelet” link=”https://wakelet.com/wake/58f42485-6097-414d-9fad-1793463df068″ color=”#ffffff” background_color=”#e21836″ border_color=”#e21836″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats – 2020: Learning for the Future](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-2020-learning-for-the-future/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join us on December 4th, 2019 from 12 – 1 PM ET on Twitter using the hashtag #StartupChats to discuss 2020: Learning for the Future, hosted in partnership with Export Development Canada (@ExportDevCanada). Click here to register now. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][button font_style=”normal” text_align=”center” text=”read the wakelet” link=”https://wakelet.com/wake/10b31b78-59b3-4ee4-aa4b-f87ae14bdba5″ color=”#ffffff” background_color=”#e21836″ border_color=”#e21836″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats – Creating an HR Policy at Your Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-creating-an-hr-policy-at-your-business/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join us on November 29th, 2019 from 12 – 1 PM ET on Twitter using the hashtag #StartupChats to discuss Creating an HR Policy at Your Business, hosted in partnership with Sovereign Insurance (@SovInsurance). Click here to register now. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][button font_style=”normal” text_align=”center” text=”read the wakelet” link=”https://wakelet.com/wake/dae2020b-ae9f-46fc-82d5-fa0f23679664″ color=”#ffffff” background_color=”#e21836″ border_color=”#e21836″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats – Global Entrepreneurship Week: Growing Abroad](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-global-entrepreneurship-week-growing-abroad/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join us on November 27th, 2019 from 12 – 1 PM ET on Twitter using the hashtag #StartupChats to discuss Global Entrepreneurship Week: Growing Abroad, hosted in partnership with Export Development Canada (@ExportDevCanada). Click here to register now. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][button font_style=”normal” text_align=”center” text=”read the wakelet” link=”https://wakelet.com/wake/27f7ff24-56ad-49e9-9300-d271e0f9b798″ color=”#ffffff” background_color=”#e21836″ border_color=”#e21836″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats – The Best in Mobile Design for Small Businesses](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-the-best-in-mobile-design-for-small-businesses/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join us on November 22nd, 2019 from 12 – 1 PM ET on Twitter using the hashtag #StartupChats to discuss The Best in Mobile Design for Small Businesses, hosted in partnership with Amazon Web Service (@awscloud). Click here to register now. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][button font_style=”normal” text_align=”center” text=”read the wakelet” link=”https://wakelet.com/wake/4e163fe9-aeaf-4690-8107-3c8ce7ffb10a” color=”#ffffff” background_color=”#e21836″ border_color=”#e21836″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats – What You Need to Know About the Claims Process](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-what-you-need-to-know-about-the-claims-process/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join us on November 15th, 2019 from 12 – 1 PM ET on Twitter using the hashtag #StartupChats to discuss What You Need to Know About the Claims Process, hosted in partnership with Sovereign Insurance (@SovInsurance). Click here to register now. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][button font_style=”normal” text_align=”center” text=”read the wakelet” link=”https://wakelet.com/wake/9e8f701a-41ab-47c7-bb10-d39a47ce8393″ color=”#ffffff” background_color=”#e21836″ border_color=”#e21836″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats – Making Friends with Media: Small Business Tips for Garnering Press](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-making-friends-with-media-small-business-tips-for-garnering-press/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join us on November 8th, 2019 from 12 – 1 PM ET on Twitter using the hashtag #StartupChats to discuss Making Friends with Media: Small Business Tips for Garnering Press, hosted in partnership with Amazon Web Services (@awscloud). Click here to register now or use the registration prompts below. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][button font_style=”normal” text_align=”center” text=”read the wakelet” link=”https://wakelet.com/wake/c222979c-d505-41d4-8d85-fa98f6f068cc”
- [#StartupChats – Teaching Your Machines to Learn](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-teaching-your-machines-to-learn/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join us on November 1st, 2019 from 12 – 1 PM ET on Twitter using the hashtag #StartupChats to discuss Teaching Your Machines to Learn, hosted in partnership with Amazon Web Services (@awscloud). Click here to register now or use the registration prompts below. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][button font_style=”normal” text_align=”center” text=”read the wakelet” link=”https://wakelet.com/wake/651a1ddf-8074-45a3-afd7-210406855c63″ color=”#ffffff” background_color=”#e21836″ border_color=”#e21836″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats – How to Find Your Business' Purpose](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-how-to-find-your-business-purpose/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join us on December 13th, 2019 from 12 – 1 PM ET on Twitter using the hashtag #StartupChats to discuss How to Find Your Business’ Purpose, hosted in partnership with Sovereign Insurance (@SovInsurance). Click here to register now or use the registration prompts below. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][button font_style=”normal” text_align=”center” text=”read the wakelet” link=”https://wakelet.com/wake/ec1ee6a5-f996-48c0-8ce9-626ca8ee5e53″ color=”#ffffff” background_color=”#e21836″ border_color=”#e21836″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats – Productivity Pipelines and Processes](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/productivity-pipelines-and-processes/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join us on October 25th, 2019 from 12 – 1 PM ET on Twitter using the hashtag #StartupChats to discuss Productivity Pipelines and Processes, hosted in partnership with Amazon Web Services (@awscloud). Click here to register now or use the registration prompts below. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][button font_style=”normal” text_align=”center” text=”read the wakelet” link=”https://wakelet.com/wake/e0f18537-410e-4e65-8c14-6e5daca55945″ color=”#ffffff” background_color=”#e21836″ border_color=”#e21836″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats – Celebrating Small Business Week](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-celebrating-small-business-week/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join us on October 18th, 2019 from 12 – 1 PM ET on Twitter using the hashtag #StartupChats to discuss Celebrating Small Business Week, hosted in partnership with Export Development Canada (@ExportDevCanada). Click here to register now or use the registration prompts below. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][button font_style=”normal” text_align=”center” text=”read the wakelet” link=”https://wakelet.com/wake/3149393f-2044-4ee4-b6e1-5f51f37d9ad1″ color=”#ffffff” background_color=”#e21836″ border_color=”#e21836″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats – Professional Liability: Protecting Yourself in Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-professional-liability-protecting-yourself-in-business/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join us on October 16th, 2019 from 12 – 1 PM ET on Twitter using the hashtag #StartupChats to discuss Professional Liability: Protecting Yourself in Business, hosted in partnership with Sovereign Insurance (@SovInsurance. Click here to register now or use the registration prompts below. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][button font_style=”normal” text_align=”center” text=”read the wakelet” link=”https://wakelet.com/wake/ef02059d-645e-4c72-bb2a-75020c6cc5c9″ color=”#ffffff” background_color=”#e21836″ border_color=”#e21836″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats – The Must-Knows of Selling Online](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-the-must-knows-of-selling-online/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join us on October 4th, 2019 from 12 – 1 PM ET on Twitter using the hashtag #StartupChats to discuss The Must-Knows of Selling Online, hosted in partnership with Amazon Web Services (@awscloud). Click here to register now or use the registration prompts below. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][button font_style=”normal” text_align=”center” text=”read the wakelet” link=”https://wakelet.com/wake/8498f031-042e-42db-a06f-f9c6cdb576bb” color=”#ffffff” background_color=”#e21836″ border_color=”#e21836″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats - The Building Blocks of IT for Small Businesses](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-the-building-blocks-of-it-for-small-businesses-2/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Building a business is one of the best ways to achieve financial freedom, fulfillment, and positive impact in the world simultaneously. But that doesn’t mean that it’s easy. If you enjoy the fast-paced world of technology, then starting a tech company may be a great fit. You can start-up an IT business with minimal
- [#StartupChats - Tips to Leverage the Digital Economy](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-tips-to-leverage-the-digital-economy/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Export Development Canada (@ExportDevCanada) on September 18th for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm ET. Hosted by Lyndon Johnson, (@THINK_Lyndon), Founder of Toronto based COMMS.BAR. We’ll be learning about Tips to Leverage the Digital Economy.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][button text=”Read the Wakelet” link=”https://wakelet.com/wake/ac5cbc21-25b4-4f2c-a24d-10e5a0b61850″ color=”#ffffff” background_color=”#e21836″ hover_background_color=”#e21836″ border_color=”#e21836″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats - How to Enter Global Markets](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-how-to-enter-global-markets-2/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Amazon Web Services (@awscloud) on July 26th for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm ET. Hosted by Lyndon Johnson, (@THINK_Lyndon), Founder of Toronto based COMMS.BAR. We’ll be learning about How to Enter Global Markets. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats - Growth Tools for Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-growth-tools-for-your-startup/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Amazon Web Services (@awscloud) on September 25th for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm ET. Hosted by Lyndon Johnson, (@THINK_Lyndon), Founder of Toronto based COMMS.BAR. We’ll be learning about Growth Tools for Your Startup.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][button text=”Read the Wakelet” link=”https://wakelet.com/wake/ec0d7524-1b2b-46f2-b9fa-f7a3192e50d0″ color=”#ffffff” background_color=”#e21836″ hover_background_color=”#e21836″ border_color=”#e21836″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats - AI Powered IT Analytics and Why You Need Them](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-ai-powered-it-analytics-and-why-you-need-them/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Amazon Web Services (@awscloud) on September 6th for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm ET. Hosted by Lyndon Johnson, (@THINK_Lyndon), Founder of Toronto based COMMS.BAR. We’ll be learning about AI Powered IT Analytics and Why You Need Them. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][button text=”Register Now” link=”https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/startupchats-ai-powered-it-analytics-and-why-you-need-them-tickets-60471556052″ color=”#ffffff” background_color=”#e21836″ hover_background_color=”#e21836″ border_color=”#e21836″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats - Identifying Risk: Top Solutions for Success](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-identifying-risk-top-solutions-for-success/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Export Development Canada (@ExportDevCanada) on August 23 for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm ET. Hosted by Lyndon Johnson, (@THINK_Lyndon), Founder of Toronto based COMMS.BAR. We’ll be learning about Identifying Risk: Top Solutions for Success. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats - Can Your Business Survive a Natural Disaster](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-can-your-business-survive-a-natural-disaster/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] From fires, tornadoes, ice storms and floods, 2018 saw more than a dozen natural disasters across Canada. Could your business survive a natural disaster? If you don’t know the answer, the time to find out is now – before you’re faced with a loss of property and income. These tips will help your
- [#StartupChats - Building a Competitive Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-building-a-competitive-business/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Export Development Canada (@ExportDevCanada) on July 12 for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm ET. Hosted by Lyndon Johnson, (@THINK_Lyndon), Founder of Toronto based COMMS.BAR. We’ll be learning about Building a Competitive Business. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats - Getting Ahead Through Digital Adoption](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-getting-ahead-through-digital-adoption/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Amazon Web Services (@awscloud) on August 16th for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm ET. Hosted by Lyndon Johnson, (@THINK_Lyndon), Founder of Toronto based COMMS.BAR. We’ll be learning about Getting Ahead through Digital Adoption. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats - Every Day Time-Saving Tips for Your Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-time-saving-tips/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Amazon Web Services (@awscloud) on August 7 for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm ET. Hosted by Lyndon Johnson, (@THINK_Lyndon), Founder of Toronto based COMMS.BAR. We’ll be learning about Every Day Time-Saving Tips for Your Business.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][button text=”Read the Wakelet Now!” link=”https://wakelet.com/wake/2f53676e-e26e-4bd8-bd1a-bc4ebf3a3470″ color=”#ffffff” background_color=”#e21836″ hover_background_color=”#e21836″ border_color=”#e21836″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats - Attracting Talent and Creating a Positive Culture](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-attracting-talent-and-creating-a-positive-culture/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Sovereign Insurance (@SovInsurance) on July 24 for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm ET. Hosted by Lyndon Johnson, (@THINK_Lyndon), Founder of Toronto based COMMS.BAR. We’ll be learning about Attracting Talent and Creating a Positive Culture. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats - Leveraging Cloud Computing to Optimize Your Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-leveraging-cloud-computing-to-optimize-your-business/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Amazon Web Services (@awscloud) on July 10 for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm ET. Hosted by Lyndon Johnson, (@THINK_Lyndon), Founder of Toronto based COMMS.BAR. We’ll be asking Leveraging Cloud Computing to Optimize Your Business. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats - DIY Wekbsites: What You Need to Know](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-diy-wekbsites-what-you-need-to-know/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]As more and more companies emerge as leaders of data protection, it may be time to ask if you want to be one of them. Data protection is a hot topic, and taking the lead on good data protection could be the push your company needs to gain the trust of your audience. Let’s
- [#StartupChats - Getting the Most Out of Your Tax Return](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-getting-the-most-out-of-your-tax-return/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Tax season is officially here and whether you are rocking a side hustle, are a contractor, a freelancer or are running your own business, your finances and the way that you manage them are important. As self-employed individuals, it is important to know what you need to do to prepare for and file during
- [#StartupChats - Tips to be a Data Protection Leader](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-tips-to-be-a-data-protection-leader/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]As more and more companies emerge as leaders of data protection, it may be time to ask if you want to be one of them. Data protection is a hot topic, and taking the lead on good data protection could be the push your company needs to gain the trust of your audience. Let’s
- [#StartupChats - Shipping to the US and Abroad: What You Need to Know](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-shipping-to-the-us-and-abroad-what-you-need-to-know/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]It’s time to take your business into new markets and expand your E-commerce business beyond your borders. There is a lot to know when it comes to expanding your e-commerce business to customers in North America and also abroad. It’s time to discuss how your business can get products to the people who want
- [#StartupChats - Shipping to the US and Abroad](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-shipping-to-the-us-and-abroad/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]It’s time to take your business into new markets and expand your E-commerce business beyond your borders. There is a lot to know when it comes to expanding your e-commerce business to customers in North America and also abroad. It’s time to discuss how your business can get products to the people who want
- [#StartupChats - Improving Your Client Adoption](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-improving-your-client-adoption/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Customers are the lifeblood of your business. In order to sell your product, pay your employees, grow, and innovate, your customers will need to come first. Find out how to engage with your early customers and what is means to truly love them. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Amazon Web Services (@awscloud) on April
- [#StartupChats - What is Open Data?](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-what-is-open-data/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Data is valuable. There is more data online right now than ever before, about an ever-growing list of topics. Do you know how to find open data? Have you considered the benefits of making your company have open data? Let’s learn about what open data is, how it can be used to benefit your
- [#StartupChats - Customer Success Strategies Online and Offline](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-customer-success-strategies-online-and-offline/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Social sharing is the new word of mouth. With the explosion of social media and brands building their presence through platforms such as Instagram and Facebook, businesses need to get smart about how they track, support, and ultimately, satisfy their customers ever-changing needs. And, in-person customer success is just as important as online. It’s
- [#StartupChats - How to Involve Employees in Sustainability](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-how-to-involve-employees-in-sustainability/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Sustainability is a growing concern among companies big and small. Sustainability and green initiatives can have a significant impact on the bottom line, and present a good incentive for customers and clients to choose one company over another. One of the most significant effects of sustainable business practices is the positive effects it can
- [#StartupChats - Do You Have the Right Business Insurance?](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-do-you-have-the-right-business-insurance/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Being a small business owner is synonymous with accountability and responsibility. Even if you are diligent in the way you operate your business and provide your customers with the best products and services, you and your business face risks and unknown every day. Identifying the threats to your business is half the battle. The
- [#StartupChats - Understanding your Competition and Why Competition is Healthy](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-understanding-your-competition-and-why-competition-is-healthy/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Competition is healthy for businesses, innovation, and growth. Knowing your competition, and what they are offering, can help you to make your products, services, and marketing stand out. It will enable you to set your prices competitively and help you to respond to rival marketing campaigns with your initiatives. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats - Discovering Blockchain: Is Cybersecurity on Your Mind?](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-discovering-blockchain-is-cybersecurity-on-your-mind/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]As today’s business operations rely heavily on your network capabilities, increasing forms and number of cyber attacks pose greater threat than ever. However, with limited resources and time, many startups can overlook the importance of network security. You want to make sure a single hack isn’t going to take down your website and ruin
- [#StartupChats – Discovering Blockchain: Is CyberSecurity on Your Mind?](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-discovering-blockchain/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]If your business is online then chances are you’re not considering cybersecurity enough. You want to make sure a single hack isn’t going to take down your website and ruin your business—and blockchain technologies might be the way to do it. Let’s learn about the basics of blockchain, how it can help your business,
- [#StartupChats – How to Increase Online Purchases and Lower Your Rate of Abandoned Carts](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-how-to-increase-online-purchases-and-lower-your-rate-of-abandoned-carts/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join us on December 11th, 2019 from 12 – 1 PM ET on Twitter using the hashtag #StartupChats to discuss How to Increase Online Purchases and Lower Your Rate of Abandoned Carts, hosted in partnership with Canada Post. Click here to register now or use the registration prompts below. Register now! [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][button font_style=”normal” text_align=”center”
- [#StartupChats – Get Up to Speed on Your Financial Literacy](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-get-up-to-speed-on-your-financial-literacy/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join us on November 20th, 2019 from 12 – 1 PM ET on Twitter using the hashtag #StartupChats to discuss Get Up to Speed on Your Financial Literacy, hosted in partnership with Scotiabank. Click here to register now or use the registration prompts below. Register now! [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][button font_style=”normal” text_align=”center” text=”read the wakelet” link=”https://wakelet.com/wake/7751435d-5415-4415-a3da-9cb0a35d4c2b” color=”#ffffff”
- [#StartupChats – Best Practices to Make Your E-Commerce Store User Friendly](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-best-practices-to-make-your-e-commerce-store-user-friendly/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join us on November 13th, 2019 from 12 – 1 PM ET on Twitter using the hashtag #StartupChats to discuss Best Practices to Make Your E-Commerce Store User Friendly, hosted in partnership with Canada Post. Click here to register now or use the registration prompts below. Register now! [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][button font_style=”normal” text_align=”center” text=”read the wakelet”
- [#StartupChats – Building Competitive Advantage for Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-building-competitive-advantage-for-your-startup/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join us on November 6th, 2019 from 12 – 1 PM ET on Twitter using the hashtag #StartupChats to discuss Building Competitive Advantage for Your Startup, hosted in partnership with Scotiabank. Click here to register now or use the registration prompts below. Register now! [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][button font_style=”normal” text_align=”center” text=”read the wakelet” link=”https://wakelet.com/wake/de367e94-3666-4690-81ce-099159aec4c0″ color=”#ffffff” background_color=”#e21836″ border_color=”#e21836″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats – Are You Ready to Become A Business Owner?](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-are-you-ready-to-become-a-business-owner/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join us on October 30th, 2019 from 12 – 1 PM ET on Twitter using the hashtag #StartupChats to discuss Are You Ready To Become A Business Owner? , hosted in partnership with Intuit Quickbooks. Click here to register now or use the registration prompts below. Register now! [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][button font_style=”normal” text_align=”center” text=”read the wakelet”
- [#StartupChats – Top Strategies to Offer Free Shipping Without Losing Out on Profit](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-top-strategies-to-offer-free-shipping-without-losing-out-on-profit/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join us on October 11th, 2019 from 12 – 1 PM ET on Twitter using the hashtag #StartupChats to discuss Top Strategies to Offer Free Shipping Without Losing Out on Profit, hosted in partnership with Scotiabank. Click here to register now or use the registration prompts below. Register now! [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][button font_style=”normal” text_align=”center” text=”read the
- [#StartupChats – Reducing Startup Costs & Breaking Even](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-reducing-startup-costs-breaking-even-2/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join us on October 9th, 2019 from 12 – 1 PM ET on Twitter using the hashtag #StartupChats to discuss Reducing Startup Costs & Breaking Even, hosted in partnership with Scotiabank. Click here to register now or use the registration prompts below. Register now! [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][button font_style=”normal” text_align=”center” text=”read the wakelet” link=”https://wakelet.com/wake/981f8f51-f0b7-421a-84ed-7c4a803970be” color=”#ffffff” background_color=”#e21836″ border_color=”#e21836″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats – Innovation in Health Sciences](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-innovation-in-health-sciences/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]The future of health science is an exciting one. We could be on the verge of predicting cancer before it begins, repairing nerve damage and editing genes. But are we doing enough to support these upcoming innovations? And how can scientists partner with businesses in order to bring their innovations to the markets? Let’s
- [#StartupChats – Opening the Lines of Communication in the Workplace](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-opening-the-lines-of-communication-in-the-workplace/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Open communication is important in any type of relationship, including with those who work for you and with you. It helps you find ways to get people to work harder and faster and can help you identify problems as they happen. Talking to those you work with daily makes everyone more comfortable, which can
- [#StartupChats – Time Management Tips & Employee Time Tracking](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-time-management-tips-employee-time-tracking/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]As a business owner and leader, it’s one of your core responsibilities to help your team to thrive. Whether this means coaching them to prioritize their work, helping them optimize their daily schedule, or (maybe ironically) making sure you’re not getting in their way. However, this is often easier said than done. Time management
- [#StartupChats – How to Determine Value When Using Direct Mail](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-how-to-determine-roi-when-using-direct-mail/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]All the things you do in business must generate value. Whether you are putting in the effort, time, money, or additional resources, it only is worth your while if you’re able to see results. It often is hard to measure the return on investment of a direct mail campaign, although, because you do not
- [#StartupChats – Scaling with Purpose](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-scaling-with-purpose/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]So you’ve decided to grow your business – congratulations! Now it’s time to plan for growth so that you not only increase sales but also have the ability to deliver to all of those new customers. Scalability is about capacity and capability. Does your business have the capacity to grow? Will your business systems,
- [#StartupChats – Self-Employment Tips: RRSPs and Saving for Retirement](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-self-employment-tips-rrsps-and-saving-for-retirement/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]More than 2.8 million Canadians are self-employed or run a small business. Along with the freedom and independence that comes with being your own boss, cash flow can be unpredictable, making building a solid retirement plan for your future a challenge. With the average age of retirement for self-employed Canadians reaching 68, four years
- [#StartupChats – How to Connect and Build Loyalty with Your Best Customers](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-how-to-connect-and-build-loyalty-with-your-best-customers/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Your competitors are just a click away, so connecting with your customers at a deeper level and building customer loyalty can distinguish your business and give you the competitive edge. Today’s customers have access to an endless amount of information about companies, products, and services, and research shows that they’re ready and willing to
- [#StartupChats – What It Takes to Become a Canadian Innovator](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-what-it-takes-to-become-a-canadian-innovator/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Canada needs innovative entrepreneurs and companies. As the rate of technological change increases exponentially and as we continue to lose our competitive advantages in traditional driver industries like manufacturing and natural resources, Canada’s global economic competitiveness is increasingly dependent on our ability to innovate. But, how can entrepreneurs not just create but disrupt? What
- [#StartupChats – How to Plan for a Healthy and Thriving Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-how-to-plan-for-a-healthy-and-thriving-business/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Building a thriving and healthy business is about taking care of your people, keeping your eye on profit, and providing an unparalleled product or service. Business success is about culture, innovation, and sustained and scaled execution over time; it is an art as much as it is a science; and, a contact sport only
- [#StartupChats – How to Create a Mobile Office for Solopreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-mobile-officer-for-solopreneurs/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join us on July 19th, 2019 from 12 – 1 PM ET on Twitter using the hashtag #StartupChats to discuss How To Create a Mobile Office for Solopreneurs, hosted in partnership with Intuit Quickbooks. Click here to register now or use the registration prompts below. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats – How to Optimize Your eCommerce Operations](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/how-to-optimize-your-ecommerce-operations/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]The e-commerce industry is evolving at an overwhelming pace. Entrepreneurs must be focused, strategic and leverage strategies and solutions to simplify and streamline even the most complex of operations. No matter what type of product you sell, every e-commerce entrepreneur has one key goal: sell more of it. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Canada
- [#StartupChats – Congrats on Hiring! Now to Learn Payroll](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-congrats-on-hiring-now-to-learn-payroll/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]You have just made you first hire! Congratulations! Whether you’re employing one or 50 employees, understanding the concept of payroll is essential for every entrepreneur. Making sure that payroll goes through every month is a moral and financial duty for any employer. However, the process is not as simple as making a bank transfer.
- [#StartupChats – First Things First: What to Know When Starting Up](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-first-things-first-what-to-know-when-starting-up/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]There are no limits on who can become a great entrepreneur. You don’t necessarily need a formal education, bags of money or even business experience to start something that could become the next major success. However, you do need a definite plan and the drive to see it through. If you’re an Entrepreneur, odds
- [#StartupChats – Increasing Cash Flow During Slow Periods](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-increasing-cash-flow-during-slow-periods/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join us on June 26th, 2019 from 12 – 1 PM ET on Twitter using the hashtag #StartupChats to discuss Increasing Cash Flow During Slow Periods, hosted in partnership with Scotiabank. Click here to register now or use the registration prompts below. Register now! [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats – Why Every Business Needs Cyberprotection](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-why-every-business-needs-cyberprotection/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] When it comes to protecting the assets of your business, data should be at the top of your list. Whether your business is large or small, you should plan ahead to protect your data and protect your business, from cyber attacks and online crime. What is the impact a crime like this can
- [#StartupChats – Diversity and Inclusivity in Trade](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-diversity-and-inclusivity-in-trade/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join us on June 14th, 2019 from 12 – 1 PM ET on Twitter using the hashtag #StartupChats to discuss Diversity and Inclusivity in Trade, hosted in partnership with Export Development Canada. Click here to register now or use the registration prompts below. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats – Bookkeeping 101: Mileage Tracking](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-bookkeeping-101-mileage-tracking/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join us on June 12th, 2019 from 12 – 1 PM ET on Twitter using the hashtag #StartupChats to discuss Bookkeeping 101: Mileage Tracking, hosted in partnership with Intuit Quickbooks. Click here to register now or use the registration prompts below. Register now! [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats – How to Effectively Market Your Business by Direct Mail](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-how-to-effectively-market-your-business-by-direct-mail/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join us on June 7th, 2019 from 12 – 1 PM ET on Twitter using the hashtag #StartupChats to discuss How To Effectively Market Your Business by Direct Mail, hosted in partnership with Canada Post. Click here to register now or use the registration prompts below. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats – Sole Proprietorships, Partnerships, and Succession](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-sole-proprietorships-partnerships-and-succession/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]On May 29th, 2019 from 12 – 1 PM ET on Twitter using the hashtag #StartupChats , we discussed Sole Proprietorships, Partnerships, and Succession, hosted in partnership with Scotiabank. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats – Diversifying Your Trade and Investment Oppurtunities](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-diversifying-your-trade-and-investment-oppurtunities/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]On May 17th, 2019 from 12 – 1 PM ET, we gathered on Twitter using the hashtag #StartupChats to discuss Diversifying Your Trade and Investment Opportunities, hosted in partnership with Export Development Canada. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats – Managing Your Expense Categories to Understand Business Performance](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-managing-your-expense-categories-to-understand-business-performance/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join us on May 10th, 2019 from 12 – 1 PM ET on Twitter using the hashtag #StartupChats to discuss Managing Your Expense Categories to Understand Business Performance, hosted in partnership with Intuit Quickbooks. Click here to register now or use the registration prompts below. Register now! < [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats – Making Digital Banking Work for You](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-making-digital-banking-work-for-you/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Digital banking has all but eliminated the need for regular visits to the bank. Banking online can save you time, money, and most importantly, headaches. From paying employees, depositing cheques, approving expenses and more, you can use digital banking to manage all your business banking needs. Learn about how online banking can take your
- [#StartupChats – Brilliant Bookkeeping: Important Finance Solutions](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-brilliant-bookkeeping-important-finance-solutions/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Join us on May 1st, 2019 from 12 – 1 PM ET on Twitter using the hashtag #StartupChats to discuss Brilliant Bookkeeping: Important Finance Solutions, hosted in partnership with Intuit Quickbooks. Click here to register now or use the registration prompts below. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [#StartupChats – What You Need to Know About Your Shoppers: The Latest Stats on Canadian e-Commerce](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/what-you-need-to-know-about-your-shoppers/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]From marketing to customer service, from your product mix to your operations, from testing which perks to offer to know the right metrics to watch. You need to be succeeding on every front. But how do you know what to do and where to evolve? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Canada Post @CanadaPostCorp on
- [#StartupChats – Mastering Your Pitch](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-mastering-your-pitch/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]You have the perfect business idea, plan and have begun your startup. What better time to share this pitch with investors? What exactly goes into mastering your business pitch? Is it the language you use, your ability to sell your business, is it all about the numbers, or all of the above? Learn the
- [#StartupChats – All About Borrowing: Tips to Navigate Funding Your Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-all-about-borrowing-tips-to-navigate-funding-your-business/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Every entrepreneur wishes they had access to connected relationships with investors and banks, unique and lucrative avenues to capital, and a never ending supply of funding everywhere they turned. In the real world, entrepreneurs need to work hard to fund their businesses. Fortunately, there are many routes to take to find funding, including grants,
- [#StartupChats – Exporting 101: How to Grow Your Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-exporting-101-how-to-grow-your-business/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Is it time for your business to go global and enter the world of export or have you already touched down in international markets? There is certainly a lot to know before your business goes global, such as becoming export ready and what needs to happen to do so, building your global strategy and
- [#StartupChats – Financial Forecasting and Future Predictions](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-financial-forecasting-and-future-predictions/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]A financial forecast can help you prepare your business for changes in the market down the road by seeing if the road ahead looks promising or disastrous. Predicting these changes before they happen can make or break a business. Find out what goes into a financial forecast, how it can guide your business, and
- [#StartupChats – Exploring eCommerce and Online Payments](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-exploring-ecommerce-and-online-payments/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]eCommerce has revolutionized the way we shop. For the first time ever, customers have reported buying more online than they do in person, and it’s changed the way we do business. Whether your business buys online or sells online, being knowledgeable about online sales can help your business grow and better your understanding of
- [#StartupChats – Best Applications for Your Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-best-applications-for-your-business/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Can you imagine going to work every day and not having your favourite apps at hand? Do you remember life before Slack, Hootsuite, Evernote, Square? Leveraging the use of technology through applications can be strategic, useful, and cost-effective. The trick is knowing and understanding each application to get the most out of your time
- [#StartupChats – Multi Channel Relationships: Tools for Managing Your Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-multi-channel-relationships/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Canadian businesses are using channels and strategic accounts with other companies, non-governmental organizations and associations to grow their bottom line. What are the benefits of building and maintaining strategic accounts? What can you do today to begin building out your channels? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Export Development Canada (@ExportDevCanada) on March 22nd for
- [#StartupChats – What Analytics Can Do For Your Company](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-what-analytics-can-do-for-your-company/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]For someone who isn’t number savvy, analytics can be tricky to understand. Sometimes it seems like there are countless factors to take into account, including sales numbers to customer demographics. However, knowing how to use analytics can greatly improve your business’ ROI, customer satisfaction, productivity, and profit. Learn about which analytics matter, the software
- [#StartupChats – Personal and Business Banking: If and Where to Draw the Line](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-personal-and-business-banking/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]For entrepreneurs, the balance between personal and business can often blend together and in some areas, this may work better than others. Whether it be dividing your time between your business and business needs, or your resources between life and work, or in this case – your money. It’s important to know how to
- [#StartupChats – Advancing Women in Trade](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-advancing-women-in-trade/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Reaching export readiness for your business is a huge milestone, one that takes a lot of work, strategy and persistence to achieve. The world of exporting and global expansion is a big one that comes with many new questions and learnings to follow. For women entrepreneurs, there are many Canadian resources that support their business,
- [#StartupChats – Staying Organized, Getting Paid, Saving Time](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-staying-organized-getting-paid-saving-time/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]What are your favourite tools to stay on track, stay organized, and get stuff done? Are you making the most of your team’s productivity in order to achieve goals, finish projects, and accomplish milestones? If you’re not meeting the demands of clients and customers, you might not get paid. That’s why it’s crucial to
- [#StartupChats – Scaling Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-scaling-your-startup/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]It takes hard work, an abundance of resources, a team of committed people, and of course time to scale a startup. How does a startup know when they are ready to scale and what steps need to be taken to make it happen? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Ananda Devices (@AnandaDevices) on March 1st
- [#StartupChats – How Technology is Changing Services and How to Adapt](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-how-technology-is-changing-services-and-how-to-adapt-2/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]With the fast-paced world in which we live and do business, technology is ever-ingrained into our day-to-day. Be it through smart grocery stores or filing a tax claim, technology is being used to make what was once an ordinary task a cyber-experience that businesses and industry need to support. Find out how technology is
- [#StartupChats – Tech Tools for Business Growth in 2019](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-tech-tools-for-business-growth-in-2019/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Building anything requires tools, and building a business is no different. We want to know which tools make it into your everyday business tool kit. From growing your team, to keep up with social media, find out which tools are helping businesses grow in 2019 and share with us the ones that make running
- [#StartupChats – Applying for Funding: Public, Private, Grants and Loans](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-applying-for-funding-public-private-grants-and-loans/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Passion may fuel your business, but unfortunately, it won’t fund it. It’s time to take a look at funding and how to acquire it for your business. From public funding, private investments to grants and loans, it’s time to talk about funding your business. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Intuit Quickbooks (@QuickbooksCA) on February
- [#StartupChats – Business Continuity: Is Your Business Ready to Minimize the Impact of a Loss?](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-business-continuity-is-your-business-ready-to-minimize-the-impact-of-a-loss/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Continuity planning for new businesses is planning ahead for a multitude of scenarios that could negatively or even positively impact a business’ operations. By taking pre-emptive measures to account for a wide variety of situations that could interrupt or even halt operations entirely, or affect their professional image and market share, businesses can ensure
- [#StartupChats – Do You Know How to Mitigate Risks to Your Business?](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-do-you-know-how-to-mitigate-risks-to-your-business-2/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]How does risk affect your organization? Are you prepared to respond to risk, and more importantly, to mitigate risk before something happens? Getting ahead of your risk mitigation strategy is an important part of starting and growing a business. Learn how to identify risk, measure KPIs, as well as build and implement a mitigation
- [#StartupChats – Tips for Creating a Long-Term Business Strategy](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-do-you-know-how-to-mitigate-risks-to-your-business/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Now that your business is in its growing phase, it’s time to get smart about performance and long-term success. That’s why building a strategy is your go-to for setting up your team to deliver on your company’s vision and goals. Do you know the difference between building a business plan and a business strategy?
- [#StartupChats – Small Business New Year’s Resolutions](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-small-business-new-years-resolutions/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]A New Year gives entrepreneurs a fresh start, allowing time to reflect on successes and failures. What better time to create new goals, processes, and business solutions? What resolutions have you set for your business in 2019 and how are they panning out for you? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Amazon Web Services (@awscloud)
- [#StartupChats – Keeping Your E-Commerce Business Competitive](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-keeping-your-e-commerce-business-competitive/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Today, e-commerce influences up to 56 percent of in-store purchases and more than 10 percent of North American retail sales. E-commerce has gone beyond buying something on a website to a series of interactions that rely on technology to move goods. This means that e-Commerce entrepreneurs must be present on their customers’ channel and that
- [#StartupChats – Free Trade Agreements: Your Key to Exporting](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-free-trade-agreements-your-key-to-exporting/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A free trade agreement (FTA) is a treaty between two or more countries to facilitate trade and eliminate trade barriers. It aims at removing tariffs from day one or over a certain number of years. They help create an open and competitive international marketplace. Some of Canada’s more recent FTAs allow workers to move more freely
- [#StartupChats – Staying Connected as a Team](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-staying-connected-as-a-team/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]With the increased pace of technological change, greater global competition, and the need to innovate and pivot to stay on top, it has never been more important for entrepreneurs to ensure excellent internal communications to build connected and high-performing teams. While connectivity can be challenging even within an office environment, these challenges are more significant
- [#StartupChats – Getting in Front of Customers](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-getting-in-front-of-customers/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]You have an incredible product or service and are ready to get in front of customers. You know you have something special, if only it could reach more people. Today, you can be a retailer and an etailer, selling online and in person to grow your customer base. Learn about the top trends, tools, and
- [#StartupChats – How to Use Technology as a Leader](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-how-to-use-technology-as-a-leader/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The most significant challenge currently facing Canadian SBOs is the presence of a digital skills gap. The report found that to remain competitive and increase revenue, SBOs need to improve their current team’s digital skills. With the rapid change of technology, many SBOs are seeing themselves fall behind on the newest digital trends. The top
- [#StartupChats – Internal Communications in a Small Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-internal-communications-in-a-small-business/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]International Communications can make or break your business. Effective communications drive productivity, innovation, transparency, motivation and overall company growth. In short, it aligns people behind the common goal to create a better work environment and a more successful business. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Dell (@DellSmbCA) for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm –
- [#StartupChats – How Small Businesses can Manage Inventory & Distribution](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-how-small-businesses-can-manage-inventory-distribution/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It’s important to evaluate your business regularly to ensure you’re on track to succeed. Two of the most integral parts of your business is inventory management and distribution. Have you had the right products available when you needed them? Did you lose out on business when items were out of stock? What’s more, transporting your
- [#StartupChats - Turning Your Passion into a Freelance Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-turning-your-passion-into-a-freelance-business/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Freelance entrepreneurship has taken root in Canada, with entrepreneurs looking to build businesses to earn extra money, have greater flexibility in work, connect with like-minded people, and work on projects that matter to them. New tools and technologies are making it easier than ever before for individuals looking to turn their passion into a freelance
- [#StartupChats - Perfecting Your Pitch](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-perfecting-your-pitch/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Do you have a fantastic business idea, plan, or even the beginning of a startup? Do you know how to craft the perfect persuasive pitch that will sell your idea to potential investors, VCs, or partners? Learn tactics for how you can build a persuasive pitch for your startup that is sure to leave an
- [#StartupChats - Using Technology to Solve Problems](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-using-technology-to-solve-problems/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The world of work without technology was one much different than what we experience today. Technology saves us time, connects us to more people, places, and things than we have ever imagined, while helping us to overcome challenges and obstacles in new ways. Find out how using technology to solve problems has changed the world
- [#StartupChats | Entrepreneurship and Reconciliation](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-entrepreneurship-and-reconciliation/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Indigenous entrepreneurs are the fastest growing demographic of entrepreneurs in Canada. Indigenous entrepreneurs bring unique strengths to our ecosystem, but also face unique challenges. In this #StartupChats, we will discuss how we can connect and collaborate with Indigenous entrepreneurs in Canada for reconciliation. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) on July 6 for a live #StartupChats on
- [#StartupChats | Women Entrepreneurs, Meet Up](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-women-entrepreneurs-meet-up/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Calling all women entrepreneurs, creators, makers and business owners! It’s time to support one another and champion each other’s success. Women entrepreneurs face unique challenges. That’s why breaking down barriers begins with coming together, conversation and building community. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) on June 22 for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm
- [#StartupChats | Finding Capital for Women Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-finding-capital-for-women-entrepreneurs/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Women-led enterprises now represent half of all new businesses. Women-led businesses tend to be smaller than male-led companies, create more jobs and have higher survival rates. But female-led businesses, even today, remain constrained by some key factors, including access to capital, ageism, and sexism and harassment from investors and clients. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) on
- [#StartupChats | Building a Feminist Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-building-a-feminist-startup/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Building a culture involves every small and incremental message you send to your team, customers, clients, and vendors. The nuts and bolts of creating a feminist startup and workplace can be complicated. It involves financial gymnastics that can be particularly challenging for an early-stage company. Stable and scalable businesses ensure they are empowering and unleashing
- [#StartupChats | How to Let Go & Delegate](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-how-to-let-go-delegate/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Trusting someone with important responsibilities for your business can sometimes be challenging. This is especially true when you are a founding member or a leader of your organization that has seen and done it all, since its beginning. However, in order to maximize your productivity and keep yourself focused, it is important to delegate work
- [#StartupChats - Thinking of Launching Your Brand?](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-thinking-of-launching-your-brand/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Launching your brand is always an exciting part of building your business. This is your chance to showcase your company to the public for the first time, leaving an everlasting impression on your audiences. What first impression are you looking to create? How should your company look? How will you dress it, and what platforms
- [#StartupChats - When to Start Thinking About Supply Chains](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-when-to-start-thinking-about-supply-chains/) - Many factors may contribute to business failure. Don’t let your supply chain be one of them. Learn to perfect your supply chain strategy and design, from building relationships with your supplier to understanding profitable and unprofitable customers so you can maximize your business growth. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and UPS Canada (@UPS_SmallBizCa) on May 4
- [#StartupChats | Advice from Scale up Founders](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-advice-scaleup-founders/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]If your startup earned enough tractions in the market, opportunity to scale up might be just on the horizon for you. With the right systems and people in the place, you can increase your operations without sacrificing your agility as startup, and rate of return as a high-growth company. In this episode, we will talk
- [#StartupChats | How Your Startup Can Make a Difference](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-how-your-startup-can-make-a-difference/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Whether you are starting up a social enterprise, or adopting socially-responsible practices as businesses, your efforts to address social problems not only empower the beneficiaries, but it also changes our consciousnesses as consumers. With the rise in interests in social-centric and impact-driven companies, you can seek to make a difference in lives of others, and
- [#StartupChats | Creating a Winning Culture](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-creating-a-winning-culture/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Building a great company culture must be done with purpose. When you’re starting a business and begin to hire, you want to have the right systems in place and the values you want your company to embody. Developing great habits from the start is essential. How many hours does your team put in weekly? Are
- [#StartupChats | Preparing for your Business Transfer](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-preparing-for-your-business-transition/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Selling your business at a certain stage might have been your initial goal, or maybe the decision to do so came after several years of operation. In either case, you want to make the transfer as efficient and advantageous as possible for everyone involved. On this chat, we will discuss the various business transfer options
- [#StartupChats | 2018 Marketing & Sales Trends](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-2018-marketing-sales-trends/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Preparing for how technology will change not only your business, but your industry, will set you apart from the competition and keep you ahead of the trends. Find out how businesses are transforming their sales and marketing efforts using technology and best practices! Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Mastercard (@MastercardCAnws) on November 28 for a
- [#StartupChats | Keeping Up with Technology & Innovation](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-keeping-on-top-of-technology-innovation/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We are living at the fastest pace of tech innovations and change in trends today. New opportunities are discovered, and they are quick to spread among the high-functioning and agile startups. And if you are able to stay edgy in tech trends, and weigh their opportunities for your business, you will make your startup stand
- [#StartupChats | Optimizing Holiday Season Sales](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-optimizing-holiday-season-sales-2/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The holidays are just around the corner so what better time to discuss peak season prep! From selling ice cream in the summer to managing your online scarf store in the winter, peak seasons affect entrepreneurs and can be hectic and overwhelming even with the best planning. But it’s also a great opportunity to impress
- [#StartupChats | Passive Income for Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-passive-income-for-entrepreneurs/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Passive income might come across as a convenient way to stream a revenue into your startup. However setting up a profitable channels, and weighing on the different rates each option provides for you require some thinking over time. Indeed the term “passive” can be deceiving to some, as it requires the work of its own.
- [#StartupChats | Beyond Canada - Going Global](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-beyond-canada-going-global/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]With digital platforms like e-Commerce and SaaS, your startups can immediately reach international market if you decide to. You can market, sell, and provide customer services from across the world without having to have your teams on sites, but there must be a practical strategies to expand your businesses globally. In this episode, we will
- [#StartupChats | How to Streamline Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-how-to-streamline-your-startup/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Inefficiencies and lack of productivity are the antithesis to the very being of startups. With nimble and agile team, you can dodge the rigid decision structures, and aim to disrupt your industries. However, can your startups be more efficient? Are you leveraging available technologies and proven methods to make your operation more productive? If so,
- [#StartupChats | Delighting Customers Digitally](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-delighting-customers-digitally/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]How are you using technology to connect with your customers? The digital age has brought convenience, access to new markets and customers all while automation tools make it easier to manage steps A-Z. Find out the best practices from experts in the field on connecting with customers through digital means. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and
- [#StartupChats | Revenue Models and Raising Funds](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-revenue-models-and-raising-funds-2/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Your costs of starting up will depend on the type of the business you are building out. Sometimes you will need fundraising right away to even begin building your business. This is why you need solid revenue models project how much revenue you will generate out of your business, as it is usually what your
- [#StartupChats | Digital Futures: The Shape of Things to Come](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-revenue-models-and-raising-funds/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We’ve seen digital techs becoming the catalysts for lots of change in recent years. As we speak, some of the finest technologies are becoming saturated in its research and applications, that will make big waves of opportunities for entrepreneurs and businesses. In this episode, we will talk about the emergent tech trends, and how we
- [#StartupChats | Top Tips to Multiply Productivity](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-top-tips-to-multiply-productivity/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Do you ever wonder how some startups get so much done in a day, and seem to be relaxed about it? It is not only the signs that they are confident about their business, it shows that they mastered the productivity hacks that carved out excessive cognitive loads and time. In this episode, we will
- [#StartupChats | Creating a Thriving Culture and Team](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-creating-a-thriving-culture-and-team/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Building enriching and engaging workplaces must be done with purpose. Having the right team on board to help design and execute employee engagement strategies while training leaders with the knowledge and skills they need to lead teams is important for the success of a business. Find out why it’s important to build great community and
- [#StartupChats | Digital Opportunities for Retail Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-digital-opportunities-for-retail-startups/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Internet is all around us and the possibilities are endless. Startups who incorporate digitization into their storefronts have the ability to connect in more meaningful ways to their customers, to better manage their staff and products, while leading the way in retail innovation. From storefronts to warehouses, to best practices and overcoming mistakes, the
- [#StartupChats | Planning for Startup Success](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-planning-for-startup-success/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Success comes from educated planning, a network of mentors and a healthy combination of persistence, dedication and relentless hard work. From business plans to succession plans, find out how you can start your business off on the right foot. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Mastercard (@MastercardCAnws) on October 3 for a live #StartupChats on Twitter
- [#StartupChats | Early Adopter and Client Acquisition](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-early-adopter-and-client-acquisition/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Customers are the lifeblood of your business. In order to sell your product, pay your employees, grow, and innovate, your customers will need to come first. Find out how to engage with your early customers and what is means to truly love them. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Mastercard Canada (@MastercardCAnws) on September 26 for
- [#StartupChats | Building Your Banking Package](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-building-your-banking-package/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]When starting a business, you need to find which bank offers the right banking package for your company. Now, banks offer more accounts than ever to get you started. Find out what is included in a banking package and how to manage your personal and business financing. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Scotiabank (@Scotiabank) on
- [#StartupChats | Digital Solutions for Retail Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-digital-solutions-for-retail-startups-2/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Are you getting the most out of the Internet for your business? With the rise of digitization, your business can use the latest in technology to provide your customers with a futuristic and memorable experience. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Mastercard Canada (@MastercardCAnws) for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm ET. Hosted
- [#StartupChats | Newcomer Entrepreneurs in Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/newcomer-entrepreneurs-in-canada/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Entrepreneurship is a saving grace for hard working individuals who face barriers. It’s also a great career option for those with passion and a knack for solving problems. As Canada welcomes thousands of newcomers each year, opportunities for employment are not always abundant. That’s why the population of newcomer entrepreneurs is rising. What barriers exist
- [#StartupChats | Growth Capital for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-growth-capital-for-startups/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As an entrepreneur, you need to be creative when looking for the funds you need to grow your business. Whether you’re looking to expand your business, implement new employee benefits, reach new customers or become an industry leader, growing your business will cost money. How do you know if a bank loan, angel investors, a
- [#StartupChats | Effective Tips for Working Remotely](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-effective-tips-for-working-remotely/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Remote work is changing the workplace, and startups are quickly adopting it to not only lower the overhead costs associated with having the physical spaces, but also to tap into wider talent pools across the globe. However, if you want to connect with your remote workers, and ensure the same level of engagement and understanding
- [#StartupChats | Balance when Starting and Scaling](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-balance-when-starting-and-scaling/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]You’re highly motivated go-getter, and you are not afraid to work extra hours to jump the hurdles in your way. But are you finding enough balance for yourself and your team? Is your initial passion still there, or is it getting squirmished by the heavy workloads? Are you building healthy relationship in and outside of
- [#StartupChats | Working Agile & Adapting to Change](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-working-agile-adapting-effectively/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Proven successful in software development sector, agile management is increasingly being adopted by many startups and even by some legacy corporates to match the quality and speed to market. It starts by asking what your company isn’t currently doing, and what more opportunities can be discovered by shifting focus within limited time and resources. So
- [#StartupChats | Choosing a Location for Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-choosing-a-location-for-your-startup/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]If you decided to move your startup out of garage, picking the right office location is a big signal that your biz is ready to engage more with the others – customers, investors, partners, etc. And locations come with their own culture, communities, and costs, just like starting up in your own garage gives certain
- [#StartupChats | How to Raise Equity Finance](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-how-to-raise-equity-finance/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Are you looking for additional funds to grow your business? There are many funding options available in the market, and getting an equity investment is one way to unlock your funding sources. While you are not obliged to pay back the initial money you’ve received, you will share company’s profits until your startup company reaches
- [#StartupChats | Startup Success Secrets](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-script-startup-success-secrets/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It takes so much dedication to breathe great business ideas into life. One of the biggest entrepreneurial hurdles actually happen at moving from the ideation stage to structuring your businesses, and this is where your success begins. In this episode, we will talk about business models and planning tips that can give entrepreneurs solid starting
- [#StartupChats | Cryptocurrency 101](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-cryptocurrency-101/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Stores began to take Cryptocurrencies for payments as early as 2011, but it was only recent years that saw a rapid surge in their prices, and public attentions. With the revolutionary designs to decentralize the way money is produced and circulated, Cryptocurrencies make for faster and cheaper exchanges of payments. However, what does this mean
- [#StartupChats | The Art of Being an Entrepreneur](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-the-art-of-being-an-entrepreneur/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]People choose to become entrepreneurs for many reasons. Whether it’s wanting to be your own boss, following your passion or trying something new, entrepreneurship is going to be a wild ride. Find out what it takes to be an entrepreneur and get the tips and tricks from experts to succeed. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and
- [#StartupChats | Technologies That Help You Scale](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-technologies-that-help-you-scale/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As technology becomes more accessible and applicable for most businesses,chances are there are techs to be leveraged for almost every business needs. And as an entrepreneur you want to know what the costs and benefits associated with each techs are, to weigh new opportunities to scale. In this episode, we will talk about how to
- [#StartupChats | Making the Startup Community Work for You](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-making-the-startup-community-work-for-you/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Startup communities will go a long way with you. While funding channels and other support organizations may come and go, communities made up of the same entrepreneurs that understand your daily grinds will be there with you. They are your support network and valuable assets in any stage of your entrepreneurial journey. In this episode,
- [#StartupChats | Legal Crash Course for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-script-legal-crash-course-for-startups/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Whether you start up your business to disrupt the existing market, or solve pain points of others, your business entities will bound to make impact on others. And this comes with legal implication and responsibilities for you. Addressing legalities of your startups does require additional resources, but it will protect your business from unforeseen
- [#StartupChats | Protecting Data & Avoiding Cyberthreats](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-protecting-data-avoiding-cyberthreats/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As hackers are constantly out on the hunt for new targets, startups are becoming ever more vulnerable to cyber threats. Some of data breach are hard to detect, and can escalate into serious liability issues at such short notice. This poses great threats to startups, to whom data protection come across as complex technical issues,
- [#StartupChats | Understanding eCommerce and Payments](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-script-ecommerce-and-payments/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]eCommerce has been one of the fastest growing trends in retail industry. For entrepreneurs starting up on existing eCommerce platforms, it allows them to reach a wider market in more affordable ways, but you wouldn’t be enjoying its full benefits unless you accept that various digital payment options that are becoming norms for consumers. In
- [#StartupChats | Is Entrepreneurship for Me?](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-is-entrepreneurship-for-me/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We all know that entrepreneurship come with both glamours and grits. And if you are thinking about becoming entrepreneur as your next career option, you probably have one of the qualities that make great entrepreneur – taking risks. However, there are other lists of commitments that one needs to make in order to turn risks
- [#StartupChats | Integrity & Kindness in Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-integrity-kindness-in-business/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In this dynamic and fiercely competitive business environment, it is often tough to uphold values like integrity and kindness in business. However, organisations that focus on building strong and positive culture based on such values stand to gain success in the long term as compared to those that focus primarily on profit/ loss and growth
- [#StartupChats | Do You Really Know Your Competition?](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-do-you-really-know-your-competition/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]All businesses have competition, and it’s a good thing. Competition is the invisible hand that guides your market providing the benchmarks for you to track growths and progresses. If you can monitor what your competitors are doing, and devise what your business can offer something novel that others aren’t, you can make sure you become
- [#StartupChats | Investing in Your Network](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-investing-in-your-network/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The costs of increasing your company’s visibility has radically shrunk in the era of Kickstarter, Facebook and Meetups. However, that’s only the half the picture when it comes to harnessing your business connections, whether it is potential customers or other key players in your sector that you want to connect with. Managing your relationships with
- [#StartupChats | Looking Back on 2018](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-looking-back-on-2018/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As 2018 is nearing towards its end, let us take a moment to look back on our accomplishments and lessons we took away this year. What drove your success and what derailed it? Is it something we can collectively work on collectively as entrepreneurs? Can there be more grassroots support for one another? At the
- [#StartupChats | Ditching the Desk & Going Mobile](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-ditching-the-desk-working-from-anywhere/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The conquest of mobile over desktop is anything but a fad. This is a long lasting trend that’s stayed just as relevant as mobile devices become intrinsic to our very existence. As a small business, if you’re not catering to an audience that’s tuned in at any given moment, you’re simply missing out. Get the
- [#StartupChats | Understanding & Increasing Cash Flow](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-understanding-increasing-cash-flow/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Some say real poverty for entrepreneurs is not found in low incomes or risky liabilities, but in not understanding the cash flow for their businesses. Tracking the net movement of cash in and outside of their biz, and how they can be turned over to other forms of capital are crucial knowledge that help entrepreneurs
- [#StartupChats | Building Financial Resilience to Scale](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-building-financial-resilience-to-scale/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As epicenters of innovation, startups flourish new ideas, and put these ideas to the test of the market for us. However, as much as they present more opportunities, they can be much more vulnerable to the changes in general economic climates. Financial resilience of the startups leads to the resilience of our innovation culture. In
- [#StartupChats | Streamlining through Digital Banking](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-streamling-through-digital-banking/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The rise of FinTech and digital banking enable your business to run everything on the apps today. Giving you more knowledge and control over the finances means you can locate your values, and pipelines on the map in much easier and simpler ways. Simplicity and speed at your startup also means that you are able
- [#StartupChats | #Failures and the Future](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-failures-and-the-future/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Entrepreneurship is all about learning from your failure. It’s how we learn, it’s how we move on to bigger and better things. However, some failures can be avoided, while sometimes you need to know how to turn failure into learning lessons. Learn how to overcome the fear of failure and strategies you can take to
- [#StartupChats | Doing Business in Quebec 101](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-doing-business-in-quebec/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Quebec is engrossed in centuries of rich culture and history. It’s entrepreneurs are as passionate as they come, with growing technology hubs and and a bustling startup ecosystem. How is starting a business in Quebec unique? What do you need to know before starting up in one of Canada’s oldest provinces? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and CEDEC (@CEDEC_QC) on
- [#StartupChats | The Magic of Voice Command](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-the-magic-of-voice-command/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Thanks to the latest advances in voice-command techs, consumers are steps closer to the future, where we will seamlessly converse with the devices around us. The possibilities are getting ripe for investors, and there are already some big names that are ahead in the game. Are you looking to explore this newest tech territory for
- [#StartupChats | Being the Best You Can Be](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-being-the-best-you-can-be/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Your entrepreneurial journey not only involves the growth of your startups, but should also include your own desire to become a better entrepreneur everyday. Your team, your stakeholders and your customers will look at you, and see the future of your startups. In this episode, we will talk about the key attributes and tips that
- [#StartupChats | Digital Integration for Storefronts & Screens](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-digital-integration-for-storefronts-screens/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]More and more customers expect seamless interaction between online and brick-and-mortar stores. And they expect this to be done very quickly with few slides and clicks through their thumbs. How can your storefronts and shops then meet their expectations and deliver what they need in time? In this episode, we will talk about how to
- [#StartupChats | Secrets of Creating Viral Content](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-secrets-of-creating-viral-content/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]From articles to blogs, social media posts to videos, the mediums on which you create your content have no bounds. Find out the secret sauce to telling your stories and sharing your messages that get people clicking, engaging and identifying with your brand. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Community Pop (@CommunityPop) on May 9 for
- [#StartupChats | Startup Mentors & Advisors](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-startup-mentors-advisors/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As much as you are who you strive to be, you are also the product of your environment and the people you’ve once surrounded yourself with in all walks of your life. So why should your business be any different? Customers, partners, investors, and even the front-runners in your own industry can share you with
- [#StartupChats | Tips for Managing Remote Teams](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-tips-for-managing-remote-teams/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Many startups are considering remote work as an option, because it can make them more flexible and agile in their operations, a strategic edge which startups are known for. If you are considering this as an option, then you need to look at your company vision and processes to make sure, you can take full
- [#StartupChats | Hiring Habits of Successful Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-hiring-habits-of-successful-startups/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]When the more the better does not always constitute the truth in our startup lives, being able to hire your first employees can feel empowering and overwhelming at the same time as startups. All of sudden, your responsibilities are being shared, and you will have someone else on board to add different thoughts to what
- [#StartupChats | Funding for Women Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-funding-your-women-owned-business/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]To grow Canada’s economy means to grow all of its population, and there can’t be more ripe time to diversify our innovation force, and empower women entrepreneurs than now. While we are making some progress to break down some barriers that women face in business world, there are still lot more to be done. In
- [#StartupChats | Scaling with Social Media](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-scaling-with-social-media/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Executing a successful social media campaign is more than just writing content and scheduling in Hootsuite. You need a fool-proof recipe for social media magic to get the most value for your time and money. Find out what ingredients you need to rise above the rest and leverage your social media to scale. Join Startup
- [#StartupChats | Optimizing Your Mobile SEM](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-optimizing-your-mobile-sem/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]How do you get your audience to find your product when they need it? Well, you can start by thinking about how consumers find products these days – through online searches. As the majority of customers find products online, there are opportunities for you to increase online presence, and target the right audience with newly
- [#StartupChats | Protecting Your Business Online](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-protecting-your-business-online/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In today’s world, where data are one of your most valuable assets, all businesses, whether large or small, should plan ahead to protect themselves from cyber-attacks. One major incident can not only hurt your reputation and trust in the industry, it can also force you out of one. In this episode, we will discuss the
- [#StartupChats | Understanding & Managing Your Credit](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-understanding-managing-your-credit/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]When you buy a house or make a large purchase, your credit can have a big impact on your ability to get a loan. The same goes for financing a small business. Lenders want to see you’re responsible with your credit and understand how to manage it in a way that shows you’re able to
- [#StartupChats | Working with Larger Organizations](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-working-larger-institutions/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]If your startup is used to being agile and ready to pivot with such a short notice like many other startups, be ready to face different culture and work structure, when you work with larger institutions. Rigid they may seem, larger institutions require more processes to manage their base in bigger market, and myriad network
- [#StartupChats | SME Tax Season Tips](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-sme-tax-season-tips/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Tax Season is nearing! As a self-employed individuals, entrepreneurs must rigorously track their financial statements, and supporting documents. While some prefer DIY style, and others prefer working with accountants, there are key timelines and strategies all should be aware of when filing their income tax for the year. Dedicate some of your calendar blocks to
- [#StartupChats | Innovating in Ag Tech](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-4/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Farming is one of our oldest industry that has continually evolved over time. And emerging info and other innovative technologies are paving new opportunities for Canada. With large farmland laid across the nation, we will talk about the benefits and opportunities for Canada from innovating in Ag Techs, and what they mean for the future.
- [#StartupChats | Digital Community Building](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-digital-community-building/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Socializing has been transformed. People can connect with their family, friends, coworkers, associates and anyone in their social circle online, any time. But it takes more to build a thriving community online, where your followers are engaged and coming back for more. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Community Pop (@CommunityPop) on March 21 for a
- [#StartupChats | Operating Your Business in the Cloud](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-operating-business-cloud-2/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Imagine you had an unlimited amount of tools and resources to help you run your business at your fingertips. With the click of a button, you could access easy to digest financial and bookkeeping services, instant messaging, file storage, all while remaining secure and compact. Sound too good to be true? With new and improved
- [#StartupChats | Advancing Women in STEM Careers](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/13723/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]According to Statistics Canada, Women represent the majority of young university graduates, but are still underrepresented in science, technology, engineering, mathematics and computer science (STEM). What are the reasons behind fewer women pursuing STEM? What actions can the Canadian government, industry, and women leaders take to advance women in STEM careers? How can we as
- [#StartupChats | Creating a Safe Workspace for Women](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-creating-safe-workspace-women/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Physical safety and protection from the mistreatment towards women became ever more important subjects in all fronts recently. The conversations about women’s right to work in a safe and respectful environment need to take place now for us to move forward together. We take part in this conversation by talking about the risks of workplace
- [#StartupChats | Building Community through Entrepreneurship](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-building-community-entrepreneurship/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Communities are popping up everywhere. From small co-working spaces in rural cities to major ecosystems in Toronto, entrepreneurs are building communities to spread innovations across their regions in many different forms. How can you build a community that is not only sound and strong for its members, but also for the local economy? We will
- [#StartupChats | Starting Up in Rural Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-starting-rural-canada/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Rural communities in Canada make up 20% of entire population, while widely spreaded across our vast nation. As our rural communities continue to re-envision and reposition themselves, in an increasingly connected society, starting up in rural communities comes with unique benefits and challenges. In this episode of #StartupChats, we will talk about in’s and out’s
- [#StartupChats | Innovation Canada Platform](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-government-canada-innovation-platform/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]What has been the most challenging part of starting up your small business? Do you want a platform that can save time while you focus on the important things? The Government of Canada launched the #InnovationCanada Platform to help solve the pain points of entrepreneurs across Canada by providing an easy-to-use service directing users to
- [#StartupChats | Mental Health in the Workplace](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/mental-health-in-the-workplace/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Maintaining positive mental health can be an uphill battle for many. For countless reasons, balancing busy personal lives with demanding professional careers can cause extreme stress, especially when your workplace doesn’t provide you with a conducive environment for your wellbeing. Find out what it means to work in a safe, compassionate and supportive organization and
- [#StartupChats | Telling Your Story through Video](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-telling-story-video/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Does your brand have unique stories to tell? If so, consider crafting a top-notch video to communicate your brand stories. Brands with thriving names have been using videos to effectively market their stories and identities, as they are known to permeate social media with higher ROI compared to other formats. In this week’s #StartupChats, we
- [#StartupChats | Rethinking Growth Capital Access for Women & Minorities](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-3/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Availability to capital is crucial for small businesses to startup and grow sustainably. Access to capital is even more challenging for women and minority business owners as they are often subjected to conscious and/or unconscious bias during their attempts to raise funds. How should the government and industry rethink and refocus its efforts to provide
- [#StartupChats | Getting Your Business Online](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/getting-your-business-online/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Going digital saves entrepreneurs time and money. Getting online allows you to file and manage all-things to do with bookkeeping, payroll, and more. After all, digitization is essential in keeping up with modern business ownership. Find out about best practices when it comes to transforming your business to a digital leader and how to overcome
- [#StartupChats - AI and Customer Service](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-ai-customer-service/) - Often what sets apart a startup from its competition is the quality of customer service it provides to consumers. Now, at the forefront of the AI revolution, startups can implement artificial intelligence and chatbots to take care of the mundane, time consuming repeat or frequently asked questions that pour in. As we brace for what’s
- [#StartupChats - How to Startup Strong](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-startup-strong/) - The key to running a winning business starts with the steps you take at the beginning. Your contacts, network, prototyping, funding, mentors, and passion are your guides to creating a business that's strong from the onset. By creating a strong plan and basis for success, you know your startup will grow up strong. Join Startup
- [#StartupChats - Giving Back for Small Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-giving-back-small-business/) - We’re celebrating Thanksgiving by discussing the how and why of giving back. Whether you’re a small or large business or just starting up, it’s important to consider how, even on a $0 budget, you can pay it forward by investing in the community and other startups. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) for a live #StartupChats on
- [#StartupChats - Entrepreneurship in Israel](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-entrepreneurship-israel/) - The opportunities for Canadians in Israel is growing each year. With the vibrant and unique hi-tech scene, there’s never been a better time to startup or accelerate your startup in one of the major hub spaces. What are the first steps in starting up overseas? What opportunities are available for startups to do business in
- [Podcasting 101 for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/podcasting-101-startups/) - Running a podcast as an entrepreneur or a business can have plenty of benefits. Being seen as a thought leader in your industry, producing engaging content and even growing your network are just a few of the pro’s. What are the common podcast mistakes made when running a podcast? How can you make money from
- [#StartupChats - Building Your IP Strategy](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-building-ip-strategy/) - Protecting your intellectual property (IP) can be a daunting task for startups while undertaking the many responsibilities of starting a business. If you have a unique business idea that you want to protect, interested in registering a trademark or creating a copyright, you’ll need to know the when, where, and how of mastering your intellectual
- [#StartupChats - Conducting Market Research](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-understanding-acquirer-statements/) - Trying to improve your startup for it to become your company? That means you are going to need to be Conducting Market Research. Where should startups look to begin conducting their research & how do you make sure its unbiased? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and (@SlingshotVoIP ) on October 4, 2017 for a live #StartupChats
- [Startup Canada Day on the Hill](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-canada-day-hill/) - Don’t miss Canada’s LARGEST national entrepreneurship event! Celebrate Small Business Week at Startup Canada Day on the Hill with more than 1,000 leading entrepreneurs, innovators, investors, industry executives, government representatives, and media personalities. Together, we will show the world that Canada is a nation of entrepreneurs; and we will move the bar forward for Canada
- [#StartupChats - Building an Inclusive & Diverse Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-building-inclusive-diverse-startup/) - In today’s global business environment, building an inclusive & diverse workforce is increasingly recognized as a key to maximize employee potentials and innovation. However, hiring people of diverse backgrounds alone does not achieve this end, but it actually requires a long-term plan and management to make it a part of business priority. How do you
- [#StartupChats - Finding the Right Business Advice](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-finding-right-business-advice/) - Whether you’re just starting out or planning to grow, talking to mentors, investors, or startup experts for business advice can heighten your chances of success. Where can entrepreneurs find the right people to talk to for their plan? What questions do you need to ask get the most impact? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Microsoft
- [#StartupChats - Growing Into the New Year](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-growing-new-year/) - As we approach 2018, let’s take a moment to reflect on the good, the bad, and the ugly for Canadian startups in 2017. What are the findings and trends from the past year that we can use going forward? Which strategies for growth, development, and sustainability worked best for your business? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada)
- [#StartupChats - Borrowing Tips to fund your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-borrowing-tips-fund-startup-2/) - You’ve figured out your big idea and are ready to pursue starting up. It’s time to find funding, but you’re not sure what avenues you can take to finance your business. Who is most likely to fund your startup, a bank or investor? How do you build relationships with the right people in order to
- [#StartupChats - Manufacturing for Small Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-manufacturing-small-business/) - Are you interested in starting a business that requires you to manufacture a product? It might not be easy, but you can do it. Find out the benefits and risks manufacturing both domestic and internationally, and how you can break existing barriers in the industry today. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and BDC (@bdc_ca) on Nov
- [#StartupChats - Women Entrepreneurship Day](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-women-entrepreneurship-day/) - Empowering, supportive, and innovative! Women’s Entrepreneurship Day is celebrated globally on November 19 every year to showcase women entrepreneurs in the business world. Learn about this incredible movement and how BDC is assisting every women entrepreneur to grow and thrive in Canada. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Laura Didyk, VP South West Alberta at BDC
- [#StartupChats - E-commerce for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-e-commerce-startups/) - Starting an ecommerce business in Canada allows you to have limitless access to the world’s fastest growing consumer trend. As Canada’s ecommerce space catches up to the US, entrepreneurs need to know how they can use ecommerce strategies to increase sales, access consumer information and provide services around the world. What are the first steps
- [#StartupChats - Small Business Week: Top Startup Trends](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-small-business-week-top-startup-trends/) - Industry is changing in Canada. Whether you’re in wearables, wholesale, fitness, or AI, knowing the trends and thinking high-level will let you stand out from the crowd. Which industries are the fastest growing in Canada and what trends are we seeing this year? How can entrepreneurs prepare for change and innovation? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada)
- [#StartupChats – Future of SMEs](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-future-smes/) - Entrepreneurship is an increasingly enticing lifestyle for all Canadians. Infact, small and medium enterprises contribute more than half of Canada’s GDP annually*. As traditional industries change and technology continues to reshape our lives, Canadian entrepreneurs need to know how to navigate the future of their business. What challenges lie ahead in the ever-changing business landscape?
- [#StartupChats – Business Planning Tips for Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-2/) - A solid business plan is your guide to starting up successfully. You’ll need to lay out your strategies and expectations for not only yourself, but to investors and banks in order to receive funding. What are the main components of a business plan? How do you obtain the research you need to properly plan for
- [#StartupChats - Is Your Startup Accessible?](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-startup-accessible/) - Ensuring full physical accessibility is key to delivering your programs and services to everyone. From elevators, to ramps, to special computer reading equipment, ensuring your diverse audiences have access to your business and services not only benefits your company, but your clients and society as a whole. What are the steps in becoming accessible? How
- [#StartupChats - Social Entrepreneurship](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-payments-and-analytics/) - Whether you’re starting a craft brewery or an ecommerce company, your startup can have an impact locally, nationally, and internationally. That’s why many entrepreneurs are choosing to integrate socially, culturally and environmentally conscious techniques and practices into their startups in order to empower communities. What are the strategies in making a profitable and sustainable social
- [#StartupChats - Using Data for Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-using-data-startup/) - Did you know you can use data to better target and understand your customers? Or that by analyzing your marketing data, you can find out what has a greater ROI? Startups that effectively use data can make informed decisions on where to focus to improve, and where to spend its dollars. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada)
- [#StartupChats - Big Companies & Small Startups: Designing Win-Win Partnerships](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-big-companies-small-startups-designing-win-win-partnerships/) - Startups by nature have the opportunity to disrupt industries and pivot with little notice. Big companies have less flexibility but have stronger roots and a larger market base that their counterparts may not. However, each type can benefit from each other through win-win partnerships. How can startups engage with big companies? Why is it important
- [#StartupChats - Factors & Trends that Affect Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-factors-trends-affect-startup/) - All businesses are affected by changes in the world around them. These may provide new opportunities but they could also jeopardize the survival of organisations that fail to adapt. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Scotiabank (@Scotiabank) on September 27, 2017 for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm ET. Hosted by Edwin Frondozo
- [#StartupChats - Finding Capital to Fuel Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-finding-capital-fuel-startup-2/) - You’ve got an idea, made a business plan, and now need a way to fund it. Entrepreneurs are known as resourceful innovators, but sometimes it may seem like a herculean task to find funding. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Scotiabank (@Scotiabank) on September 15 for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm ET.
- [#StartupChats - Scaling Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-scaling-startup-2/) - As a small businesses owner you have put in the long hours, withstood the uncertain times, cut losses, streamlined your efficiency and finally achieved a steady flow of income. The next step forward should be an expansion; are you ready? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Scotiabank (@ScotiaBank) on November 22 for a live #StartupChats on
- [#StartupChats - FinTech for Canadian Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-fintech-canadian-startups/) - FinTech (financial technology) is making a continuous rise in Canada with services that range from investments to simple mobile payments. Simplicity and speed is what entrepreneurs can value, and Canadian startups deserve to know what is available for them within this industry. What are the latest opportunities and developments in #FinTech? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada)
- [#StartupChats - B Corp: why and how you should join this exciting movement](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-becoming-b-corp-business/) - B Corps are companies that are certified as having a purpose that benefits society and the environment, and are more transparent and accountable. Think of it as Sustainability 2.0 - except it’s more powerful! The movement is growing. There are now 2,000+ B Corps in fifty countries. How are these entrepreneurs using profitable companies as
- [#StartupChats - Making Your Customers Love You](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-making-customers-love/) - Customers are the backbone of any business, especially that of a startup. The questions are: how do you get your first customers, how do you keep them happy, and how does this improve the profitability of your startup? Find out various ways to build the connection with your customers while making them love you. Join
- [#StartupChats - Free Trade Agreements for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/ftas-for-startups/) - Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) bring down regulatory barriers while providing clarity against market complexities for exporting companies in Canada. If your startup is seriously considering going global, foreign markets with FTAs will be the good place to start. In this #StartupChats, we will learn about the legal and international business fundamentals that can help you
- [#StartupChats - Personal Accounting for Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-personal-accounting-startup/) - Startups need to stand on a solid financial footprint to be successful. That’s why entrepreneurs need to know how to separate their personal finances from their business finances, and how to make the most out of their bank accounts. What are the risks associated with combining personal finances and business finances? What financial strategies can
- [#StartupChats - Creating Safe Spaces at Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-creating-safe-spaces-startup/) - As underlying issues are being brought to the forefront in the startup and tech scene, founders need to know how to go forward in making their company’s safer places to work. What are the steps in building a safe and inviting workplace? How can founders make sure they’re building a culture of inclusivity and diversity?
- [#StartupChats - Becoming a Connected Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats/) - It’s never been easier to get connected to those around you. Whether you’re located in Vancouver or Halifax, entrepreneurs can connect to and build relationships with the right people at all hours of the day. Find out ways to become a better connected startup through unique platforms and strategies on building the relationships that matter.
- [#StartupChats - Workplace Sensitivity and Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-workplace-sensitivity-startup/) - Whether you want to embrace traditional HR concepts or innovate using new and improved employee management tools, Founders need to make sure their teams are being productive and most importantly, happy. Building workplace sensitivity training into your startup can make or break a company's culture and seriously affect employee retention. How can Founders build HR
- [#StartupChats - Bringing Your Startup to the Next Level](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-bringing-startup-next-level/) - Understanding key financial figures and keeping track of your finances through various technologies can lead you on the road to success. However, if you don’t know how to develop the proper networks and strategies, you could get left behind. Do you have the skills to bring your startup to the next level? Join Startup Canada
- [#StartupChats - Chatbots: Pros, Cons, and Solutions](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-chatbots-pros-cons-solutions/) - The lifestyle of an entrepreneur is incomparably fast-paced. That’s why using chatbots for customer service and automation is being used by startups globally to provide consumers with quick and informative responses. What are the pros, cons, and solutions to using chatbots for your startup? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Microsoft (@msft_businessCA) on August 23 for
- [#StartupChats - Newcomer Entrepreneurship](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/newcomerentrepreneurship/) - Multiculturalism is one of the distinct elements that characterize Canada. Every year, more newcomers come to Canada, bringing in dynamic energy and labour force that are valuable to the country’s growth. How can Canada work to empower newcomers to pursue entrepreneurship? What resource are available for those new to Canada who wish to startup? Join
- [#StartupChats - Balancing Family and Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-balancing-family-startup/) - How well an entrepreneur can balance work and family life can significantly impact the success of their startup. From learning how to identify over-exertion, to assessing effective childcare options for entrepreneurs, get tips on how to combine work and play to have not only a fulfilling business, but a fulfilling life. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada)
- [#StartupChats - Building Customer Personas for Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/building-customer-personas-for-your-startup/) - A customer persona is a detailed, fictional representation of your ideal customer. When startups know how to build them and use them effectively, customer personas can increase a startup's profitability through customer acquisition and retention. How can a customer persona help your startups marketing strategy? What are the most effective ways to collect data and
- [#StartupChats - Celebrating Canadian Entrepreneurship](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-celebrating-canadian-entrepreneurship-3/) - Nations with a strong startup culture are ones that spread ideas, bring innovations to the world and contribute to its overall economic prosperity. How do you boost entrepreneurial spirit in a country like Canada, with a vast geography and diverse culture? Canada’s approach to celebrating entrepreneurship has to be national and localized all at once.
- [#StartupChats - Building and Using SaaS Tools](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-building-using-saas-tools/) - SaaS, software as a service, has been one of the fastest growing areas in the tech industry. While prospects and opportunities seem promising, building a SaaS tool requires a great deal of strategy and planning, especially with the pace technology is shifting the entire software landscape. What are the first steps in building SaaS tools?
- [#StartupChats - Exploring Leadership for Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-exploring-leadership-entrepreneurs/) - Leading a startup comes with unique challenges and tribulations that only entrepreneurs can understand. Whether it’s making sure the bills are paid on time to mobilizing teams to help build the company, entrepreneurs need to know the important traits and strategies that will lead their startup to growth. What does it take to lead from
- [#StartupChats - Sifting through Digital Information Overload](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-sifting-digital-information-overload-2/) - The information era is only growing with 6 billion daily google searches, 205 billion emails sent, and 40 million Tweets shared each day*, people globally are more hooked into the Internet than ever before. How do entrepreneurs focus in on what they’re looking for and find the critical information that will help them make decisions?
- [#StartupChats - Building your SaaS Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-building-saas-startup/) - Traditionally, users had to install, update, and store data on an individual basis. Now, SaaS (Software as a Service) providers host all these tasks on the Cloud while users simply access and use the software over the internet. How do you take part in one of the fastest growing areas of software & what are
- [#StartupChats - Do's and Don'ts of Choosing Tech Tools for Your Biz](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-dos-donts-choosing-tech-tools-biz/) - Technology is great if there’s a purpose. A genuine and strategized approach to finding the right technology tools to aid your startup can create unparalleled efficiencies that can set your startup ahead of the competition. With a flood of tech tools to choose from, entrepreneurs need to understand what they really need and what will
- [#StartupChats - Diversity 101 for Small Businesses](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-diversity-101-small-businesses/) - Businesses that embrace diversity have the benefit of employing people from unique backgrounds who inherently have different views, opinions, skillsets, talents and ideas. Purposefully building a company that’s reflective of the non-homogenous mosaic we live in today, not only benefits employee culture, but also the health of the business as a whole. Join Startup Canada
- [#StartupLIVE - Trends and Payments Technology](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-trends-payments-technology/) - The rapidly changing trends in payment technology has revolutionized how businesses engage with consumers. From increasing the speed of sales to providing better insight into consumer preferences, innovations in payment technology have been crucial to the success of modern businesses. What recent innovations have been made to payment technology? How do these changes impact businesses
- [#StartupLIVE - Code of Conduct and SMEs](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-code-conduct-smes/) - Having a formal code of conduct can have a profound impact on the business culture of an SME. What policies should be included in the code of conduct? What are some ways to effectively enforce it? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) on June 7, 2017 for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm ET.
- [#StartupChats - Exportation for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-exportation-startups-3/) - It's never been easier to access international markets. However, it's essential for entrepreneurs to understand the different components involved when shipping overseas. Find out how ecommerce is changing the way startups export globally and how to mitigate risk and optimize operations while remaining competitive on the world stage. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and BDC (@bdc_ca),
- [#StartupLIVE - So You Ran out of Money: What to Do Next](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-ran-money-next/) - Starting up can be the most difficult thing you ever take on, physically and emotionally. Even after you give it your all to find the funding you need to launch, the money doesn’t always fall into your pocket. Join #StartupLIVE on June 29 from 12-1pm ET to hear how entrepreneurs found their way when things
- [#StartupLIVE - Marketing Your Startup on a Budget](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-marketing-startup-budget/) - When you’re starting up, your focus is on the product or service you’re offering that’s fool-proof from the beginning. Whether or not marketing your startup is on your mind from day one, entrepreneurs need the tools and resources to market on a budget. What’s the difference between marketing, advertising and PR? What are the current
- [#StartupLIVE - Disrupting Dinosaurs: Financing for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-disrupting-dinosaurs-financing-startups/) - You’re jumping into entrepreneurship and need to start funding your big idea. Where can you find funding, and more importantly the right funding for your business? Tune in Thursday, June 15 from 12-1 pm ET to #StartupLIVE as we deep dive into the most common, and least likely places a startup can find the finances to back
- [#StartupLIVE - Growing Up: Scaling Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-growing-scaling-startup/) - Not every small business owner thinks about scaling their company when they first startup. However, for those that have growth on the horizon, what are the first steps when scaling up? Watch #StartupLIVE June 8 from 12-1 pm ET to find out what it takes to grow your business. Twitter, through Periscope Facebook LIVE YouTube This episode
- [#StartupLIVE - Building a Compassionate Workplace](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-building-compassionate-workplace/) - Taking care of your employees is as important as growing your startup. Whether it’s fair vacation time, in-office perks or doing team building activities, a healthy startup culture can attract the best talent. How do you create and nurture a compassionate and appealing workplace? How do you keep things human? Join #StartupLIVE on June 1 from 12-1
- [#StartupLIVE - Cultivating Confidence: Pitching Pros Do's and Don’ts](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-cultivating-confidence-pitching-pros-dos-donts/) - Across the board, entrepreneurs and mentors agree that fear is what's stopping people from starting up, or from startups taking the next step to build their company. Fear of failure, fear of making the wrong decision, and fear of losing what you've worked so hard to build can be debilitating. How do you cultivate confidence
- [#StartupLIVE - Balancing Personal Biz Expenses for Beginners](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-balancing-personal-biz-expenses-beginners/) - Ever wonder how much of your personal money you should be spending on starting up your business? What constitutes a business expense over a personal expense? Find out how to manage your balance sheets and learn the basics of business accounting during #StartupLive on May 18 from 12-1 pm ET. Twitter, through Periscope Facebook LIVE YouTube
- [#StartupChats - Social Media for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-exportation-startups/) - Which social media channels work best for you and your business? What tools are available to help you track your online presence and growth? We ask the experts to weigh in on what it takes to grow your social network and build your customer base in the process. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and @bdc_ca on May
- [#StartupGov - Intrapreneurship Workshop](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupgov-intrapreneurship-workshop/) - By attending this workshop you will: Learn how to increase awareness and effectiveness of innovation initiatives along with promoting innovation ideas so they are supported (and implemented). About the Facilitator Nilufer Erdebil is the Founder and CEO of Spring2Innovation. She has over 17 years of experience in innovation within various fields including telecommunications, application development, program
- [#StartupGov - Design Thinking Workshop](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupgov-design-thinking-workshop/) - This workshop will provide structures and methods for advanced problem solving in collaborative and creative ways. This course will discuss the 5 stages of design thinking and cover some of the tools which can be used in the process. By attending, you will: Learn about the principles of design thinking Learn how to use design thinking in
- [#StartupGOV - Advancing Digital Adoption Amongst Women Small Business Owners](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupgov-advancing-digital-adoption-amongst-women-small-business-owners/) - On May 15, Startup Canada will announce the findings of Part 2 in a 4-Part National Research Series to provide insights and advance the conversation on digital entrepreneurship in Canada. This report, Advancing Digital Adoption Amongst Women Entrepreneurs in Canada, will build upon a Startup Canada report released in February 2017 that found that women
- [#StartupLIVE - Founder Lessons You Need to Know](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-founder-lessons-need-know/) - Every founder’s story includes lessons and learnings they only experienced by starting up. From acquiring funding to knowing when and how to scale, founders often find out the hard way how to run a business. Join us on #StartupLIVE on May 4, 12-1 pm ET to hear from startup expert and founder Shawna Tregunna and
- [#StartupLIVE - The Building Blocks of Credit](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-building-blocks-credit/) - Maintaining a great credit score is advantageous for entrepreneurs. Not only can it help secure a loan for investments, but an optimal credit score can also help get better interest rates and terms. Learn the key steps to building and maintaining great credit on #StartupLive April 27, 12-1 pm ET. This episode of #StartupLive is
- [#StartupLIVE - Funding Women-Owned Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-funding-women-owned-startups/) - Becoming an entrepreneur is no simple task. However, if you happen to be a woman entering the world of business for the first time, there are a number of financial outlets and resources available for you to take advantage of to jumpstart your journey. Join #StartupLIVE April 20, 12-1 pm ET to find out more.
- [#StartupLIVE - Technology Trends to Help You Stay Ahead](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-technology-trends-help-stay-ahead/) - A new era for entrepreneurs has begun, creating new opportunities for startups to quickly adapt to technology trends. By ignoring the many facets of modern business, incumbent startups can be left behind. How can you ensure your business stays ahead by using technology? What are recent trends that your company should know about? Join #StartupLIVE
- [#StartupLIVE | Staying on Top of Trends](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-staying-top-trends/) - Startups have to do a lot to stay competitive. The way people shop, think, and live are changing as fast as new technologies are created. How do startups know where to find the latest trends that will make a lasting impact without getting caught up on the flavour of the week? Join #StartupLIVE on April
- [Startup Finance Bootcamp | Peel Region](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-bootcamp-peel-region/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Succeed where others fail; get the “Startup Foundations” you need to start and grow a successful business. Join us in Peel Region on June 6th, 2017 for an interactive Startup Foundations Bootcamp, to learn where you stand financially, how to manage cash flow, track your business finances day-to-day, and how to leverage this information to plan
- [#StartupLIVE - The Stages of Crowdfunding](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-stages-crowdfunding/) - Entrepreneurs get creative when looking for funds to build their startup. Thanks to technology, the birth of crowdfunding allows entrepreneurs to gain capital without borders. Tune in to #StartupLIVE on April 6 as hosts Anastasia Valentine of Versature and Sunshine Tenasco of Her Braids and PowWowPitch talk to Craig Asano of the National Crowdfunding Association
- [#StartupChats - Startups Investing in their Community](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-startups-investing-community/) - This week on on #StartupChats, it’s all about paying it forward as we talk about the startups investing in their community. How does investing in communities benefit startups? How can startups incorporate charity into their business model? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and (@Scotiabank) on July 12 2017 for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm
- [#StartupChats - e-Commerce Finance: HST, Shipping & Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-e-commerce-finance-hst-shipping-startups/) - e-Commerce is broad term used to describe online interactions between companies, often across geographic borders. We’ll talk about how to overcome some of the obstacles of doing business online and how make the most of e-Commerce’s opportunities. Whether this is your first venture into e-Commerce or you’ve been operating online for years, this chat will
- [#StartupChats - Tools to Become a Remote Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-tools-become-remote-startup/) - Working remotely has a lot of advantages. Whether your company is completely remote or only has one team that works from home, you need to know the best ways to manage them. How can teams communicate while hundreds of kilometers away? What are the best project management tools? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Microsoft (@msft_businessCA)
- [#StartupChats - Creative Capital for Startups and Scale Ups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-creative-capital-startups-scale-ups-2/) - Creative capital refers to people’s ability to imagine new ideas and cultivate innovations. Fostering creativity in the workplace is essential to staying ahead of the game and capitalizing on new opportunities. In this edition of #StartupChats, find out how to use creative capital to boost your startup, or scale up your business in ways you
- [#StartupChats - Protecting your Startup from Risk](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-protecting-startup-risk/) - There’s many ways to mitigate risk and deal with problems before they happen. As every move in business holds some type of risk, understanding how to anticipate as opposed to react can be the difference of your business succeeding or failing. Find out the different ways to protect your business from risk and thrive in
- [#StartupChats - Building Startup Communities](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-building-startup-communities-3/) - A Startup Community is a community of entrepreneurs who are leading the movement to make their own communities great places to start and grow companies. How can you build a Startup Community? Do you have the right people and vision to grow your community to make Canada the best place to start and grow a
- [#StartupChats - Building Competitive Advantage for your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-building-competitive-advantage-startup/) - Not only has technology enabled startups to grow faster than ever before, but it also allows them to stay ahead of the game in all aspects of business development and growth. How are you remaining competitive in an ever-changing market? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Scotiabank (@Scotiabank) on May 31 for a live #StartupChats on
- [#StartupChats - Choosing a Cloud Solution Provider](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-choosing-cloud-solution-provider/) - Business solutions allow startups to maximize performance and efficiency to make a profit. When choosing a Cloud solution, startups look for the most trustworthy and reliable provider to store and apply their business needs. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Microsoft (@msft_businessCA) on May 24 for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm ET.
- [Using Payments & Data Analytics to Grow Your Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/using-payments-data-analytics-grow-business/) - Data allows companies to find out what their target market is thinking, feeling, and buying. It also allows them to make calculated decisions, analyze risk, and ultimately, grow the business. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Mastercard (@MastercardCAnws) on May 19 for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm ET. Hosted by Edwin Frondozo
- [#StartupChats - Reducing Startup Costs & Breaking Even](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-reducing-startup-costs-breaking-even/) - In business, cost is associated with the value of money that has been used up to get something. It is also the monetary valuation of the effort, material, resources, time, utilities consumed, risked incurred and opportunities forgone. Costing is a great deal in business. How do you control and plan the cost of your business
- [#StartupChats - How to Upskill While Starting Up](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-cash-tight-2/) - Upskilling can greatly enhance the profitability of a startup by improving both productivity and employee morale. How should a startup address the need to upskill? What barriers exist to prevent it from doing so? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Rogers (@RogersBiz) on May 5, 2017 for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm
- [#StartupChats - Driving Efficiency & Profitability](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-driving-efficiency-profitability/) - With fierce competition everywhere you look, building a startup that’s efficient is your road to profitability. By reducing costs, perfecting operations and processes, your business can better compete on the global scale. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Microsoft (@msft_businessCA) on April 26 for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm ET. Hosted by
- [#StartupChats - Digital Literacy](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-digital-literacy/) - The world is becoming a global village with technology as the enabler of this great historical shift. The incorporation of computing to business process is growing and its integration is becoming seamless. Digital literacy has more to it than just technological know-how. In relation to multi-literacies, digital literacy is viewed to be a framework which
- [#StartupChats - The Anatomy of a Transaction](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-anatomy-transaction/) - With hundreds of payment options available for entrepreneurs, it can be hard to choose the right one for your business. How can you boost sales by offering a variety of payment types? How do you better understand the anatomy of a transaction to ensure your customer success ratings remain high? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and
- [#StartupChats - Setting up Recurring Revenue Models](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-setting-recurring-revenue-models-2/) - Customer buying trends have evolved from purchasing products to subscribing to services. That’s why some businesses choose a recurring revenue model, which is a portion of a business’s revenue that’s likely or guaranteed to continue. How can you set up a recurring revenue model? How do you ensure the best quality of customer service is
- [#StartupChats - Planning a Healthy & Profitable Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-planning-healthy-profitable-business/) - “Profit is a condition of survival. It is the cost of the future, the cost of staying in a business.” - Peter Drucker When it comes to planning a healthy and profitable business, it is important to look through a wide lens and see your organization working in unison. Whether it’s the health of your
- [#StartupChats - Keeping Up with Technology](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-keeping-technology/) - Digital technology is presenting entrepreneurs with tremendous opportunity to gain resources to start and grow their business. How can startups stay up to date with ever changing digital technology? What challenges does the use of digital technology present to entrepreneurs and how can these challenges be overcome? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Rogers (@RogersBiz) on May 5,
- [Startup Canada Awards | Ontario](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-canada-awards-ontario/) - Startup Canada Awards (Ontario) - Enjoy a toast as we celebrate those driving impact and demonstrating excellence in Ontario's entrepeneurship and innovation community at the regional Startup Canada Awards, a red carpet event. Be the first to know - regional winners announced at the event! Connect with the movers and shakers of the Ontario entrepreneurship community during
- [Startup Canada Awards | Prairies](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-canada-awards-prairies/) - Startup Canada Awards (Prairies) - Enjoy a toast as we celebrate those driving impact and demonstrating excellence in the Prairies' entrepeneurship and innovation community at the regional Startup Canada Awards, a red carpet event. Be the first to know - regional winners announced at the event! Connect with the movers and shakers of the Prairies' entrepreneurship community
- [Startup Canada Awards | North](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-canada-awards-north/) - Startup Canada Awards (North) - Enjoy a toast as we celebrate those driving impact and demonstrating excellence in Northern Canada's entrepeneurship and innovation community at the regional Startup Canada Awards, a red carpet event. Be the first to know - regional winners announced at the event! Connect with the movers and shakers of the North's entrepreneurship community
- [Startup Canada Awards | British Columbia](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-canada-awards-british-columbia/) - Startup Canada Awards (British Columbia) - Enjoy a toast as we celebrate those driving impact and demonstrating excellence in British Columbia's entrepreneurship and innovation community at the regional Startup Canada Awards, a red carpet event. Be the first to know - regional winners announced at the event! Connect with the movers and shakers of the British Columbia
- [Startup Canada Awards | Quebec](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-canada-awards-quebec/) - Startup Canada Awards (Quebec) - Enjoy a toast as we celebrate those driving impact and demonstrating excellence in Quebec's entrepreneurship and innovation community at the regional Startup Canada Awards, a red carpet event. Be the first to know - regional winners announced at the event! Connect with the movers and shakers of the Quebec entrepreneurship community during
- [Startup Canada Awards | Atlantic](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-canada-awards-atlantic/) - Startup Canada Awards (Atlantic Region) - Enjoy a toast as we celebrate those driving impact and demonstrating excellence in Atlantic Canada's entrepreneurship and innovation community at the regional Startup Canada Awards, a red carpet event. Be the first to know - regional winners announced at the event! Connect with the movers and shakers of the Atlantic entrepreneurship
- [Startup Pitch Nights - Kingston](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-pitch-night-kingston/) - Congrats to @rockmasstech for taking home the grand prize of $1K at Startup #PitchNights in @StartupKTown. **************************************************************************************************** Join us in Kingston on May 17, 2017 for Startup Pitch Night - Kingston Edition. This is an interactive and fun pitch event where entrepreneurs showcase their companies to potential customers and investors, get valuable feedback, and compete
- [Startup Pitch Night - Barrie](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-pitch-night-barrie/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Join us in Barrie on March 31st for Pitch Planet – Barrie Edition. This is an interactive and fun pitch event where entrepreneurs showcase their companies to potential customers and investors, get valuable feedback, and compete for a chance to win the grand prize! Pitch Planet is proudly presented by TruShield Insurance and Startup Canada and hosted by Startup Barrie PITCH 6-8 finalists are
- [Startup Finance Bootcamp | Charlottetown](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-bootcamp-charlottetown/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Succeed where others fail; get the “Startup Foundations” you need to start and grow a successful business. Join us in Charlottetown on July 15, 2017 for an interactive Startup Finance Bootcamp, to learn where you stand financially, how to manage cash flow, track your business finances day-to-day, and how to leverage this information to plan for
- [Startup Finance Bootcamp | Ottawa](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-bootcamp-ottawa/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Succeed where others fail; get the “Startup Foundations” you need to start and grow a successful business. Join us in Ottawa on April 26, 2017 for an interactive Startup Foundations Bootcamp, to learn where you stand financially, how to manage cash flow, track your business finances day-to-day, and how to leverage this information to plan for
- [Startup Finance Bootcamp | Nelson](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-nelson/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Succeed where others fail; get the “Startup Foundations” you need to start and grow a successful business. Join us in Nelson on May 18, 2017 for an interactive Startup Foundations Bootcamp, to learn where you stand financially, how to manage cash flow, track your business finances day-to-day, and how to leverage this information to plan for
- [Startup Finance Bootcamp | Durham](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-bootcamp-durham/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Succeed where others fail; get the “Startup Foundations” you need to start and grow a successful business. Join us in Pickering on May 18, 2017 for an interactive Startup Foundations Bootcamp, to learn where you stand financially, how to manage cash flow, track your business finances day-to-day, and how to leverage this information to plan for
- [Startup Finance Bootcamp | Prince George](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-boot-prince-george/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Succeed where others fail; get the “Startup Foundations” you need to start and grow a successful business. Join us in Prince George on June 14th, 2017 for an interactive Startup Finance Bootcamp, to learn where you stand financially, how to manage cash flow, track your business finances day-to-day, and how to leverage this information to plan
- [Startup Finance Bootcamp | Sault Ste. Marie](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-bootcamp-sault-ste-marie/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Succeed where others fail; get the “Startup Foundations” you need to start and grow a successful business. Join us in Sault Ste. Marie on June 7, 2017 for an interactive Startup Foundations Bootcamp, to learn where you stand financially, how to manage cash flow, track your business finances day-to-day, and how to leverage this information to
- [Startup Nelson](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-nelson-2/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10431″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space height=”308px”][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About Startup Nelson supports and connects grassroots networks and community builders to fuel a culture and environment for entrepreneurship in Nelson. [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]For more information, please email communities@startupcan.ca Province: British Colombia[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][icons icon=”fa-twitter” size=”fa-4x” link=”https://twitter.com/StartupNelson” icon_color=”#2e9afe”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][icons icon=”fa-facebook” size=”fa-4x” link=”https://www.facebook.com/StartupNelson/” icon_color=”#0040ff”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column
- [Startup Revelstoke](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-revelstoke/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10428″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space height=”308px”][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About A place for budding and seasoned entrepreneurs alike to gather, learn from each other and get access to invaluable resources, and programming. We are entrepreneur-led and committed to the long-term success and sustainability of our community. Starting up is hard and we all succeed
- [Startup Kamloops](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-kamloops/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10425″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space height=”308px”][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About Startup Kamloops is a place for budding and seasoned entrepreneurs alike to gather, learn from each other and get access to invaluable resources, and programming. We are entrepreneur-led and committed to the long-term success and sustainability of our community. Starting up is hard and
- [Startup Bow Valley](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-bow-valley/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10392″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space height=”110px”][vc_empty_space height=”110px”][vc_empty_space height=”80px”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About Startup Bow Valley supports and connects grassroots networks and community builders to fuel a culture and environment for entrepreneurship in Bow Valley [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]For more information, please email communities@startupcan.ca Province: Alberta[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_text_separator title=”Check out other startup communities:”][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][portfolio_list columns=”3″ selected_projects=”Startup Communities Creation”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [Startup Calgary](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-calgary-2/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10419″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space height=”110px”][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About Startup Calgary is the passionate advocate and collective voice for the entrepreneurial movement that is reshaping the life of every Calgarian. We exist to inspire and welcome people into our community by facilitating collisions of diverse people, ideas and skills. We help people
- [Startup Comox Valley](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-comox-valley/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10289″ img_size=”medium”][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text] About We are part of a national network aiming to ensure that entrepreneurs of today and the generations to follow will have the necessary tools to succeed. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]For more information, please email communities@startupcan.ca Province: British Columbia[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][icons icon=”fa-globe” size=”fa-4x” link=”https://www.startupcomoxvalley.ca/” icon_color=”#dd0f0f” background_color=”#dd8282″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][vc_empty_space
- [Startup Smithers](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-smithers/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”7298″ img_size=”medium”][vc_empty_space height=”308px”][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About Startup Smithers is a grassroots driven movement in Smithers, BC bringing together people passionate about collaboration, innovation & learning. Our mission is to get people together to support one another (in both success & failures) as we create fantastic new companies in Smithers.
- [Startup Whitehorse](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-whitehorse/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10304″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space height=”70px”][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About Startup Whitehorse is the rallying place for Yukon entrepreneurs! We connect, motivate and support all entrepreneurially-minded Yukoners to help grow your network, resources, ideas and businesses! [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]For more information, please email communities@startupcan.ca Province: Yukon[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][icons icon=”fa-globe” size=”fa-4x” link=”https://www.startupwhitehorse.ca/” icon_color=”#dd0f0f” background_color=”#dd8282″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][icons icon=”fa-facebook” size=”fa-4x”
- [Startup Prince George](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-prince-george/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10301″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space height=”70px”][vc_empty_space height=”70px”][vc_empty_space height=”70px”][vc_empty_space height=”70px”][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About Startup PG is a grassroots driven group in Prince George dedicated to creating more entrepreneurs and innovators in Northern, BC. We are not an organization, non-profit or business. We are a group of volunteers that partner with organizations to organize and
- [Startup Nanaimo](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-nanaimo/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10281″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space height=”70px”][vc_empty_space height=”70px”][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About Startup Nanaimo is a place for budding and seasoned entrepreneurs alike to gather, learn from each other and get access to invaluable resources, and programming. We are entrepreneur-led and committed to the long-term success and sustainability of our community. Starting up is
- [Startup Saskatoon](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-saskatoon/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10268″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space height=”308px”][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About We are a grassroots, entrepreneur-led movement to help budding and seasoned entrepreneurs alike to gather, learn from each other and get access to invaluable resources, and programming. Startup Saskatoon is part of the “Startup Canada Communities” network, providing entrepreneurs with a single doorway
- [Startup Halifax](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-halifax/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10256″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space height=”70px”][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About Startup Halifax supports and connects grassroots networks and community builders to fuel a culture and environment for entrepreneurship in Halifax. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]For more information, please email communities@startupcan.ca Province: Nova Scotia[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][icons icon=”fa-twitter” size=”fa-4x” link=”https://twitter.com/Startup_Halifax” icon_color=”#2e9afe”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_text_separator title=”Check out other startup communities:”][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][portfolio_list
- [Startup Edmonton](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-alberta/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10234″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space height=”308px”][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About Startup Edmonton is an entrepreneurial campus and community hub . We connect entrepreneurs and product builders with skills, community and space to support them as they take ideas to reality. We’re here to help! We have programs, workshops, community events and mentorship to support
- [Startup Winnipeg](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-winnipeg/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10231″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space height=”308px”][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About Startup Winnipeg is a member of the Startup Canada Communities Program. Startup Winnipeg is proud to be a part of the North Forge Technology Exchange – is an innovation-based economic development agency and a powerhouse community to fuel Manitoba’s innovation economy through collaboration
- [Startup Charlottetown](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-charlottetown/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10224″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space height=”308px”][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About Startup Charlottetown is a grassroots driven movement in Charlottetown, PE bringing together people passionate about collaboration, innovation & learning. Our mission is to get people together to support one another as we create fantastic new companies on PEI. We are made up of
- [Startup Montreal](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-montreal/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10220″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space height=”80px”][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About Startup Montreal supports and connects grassroots networks and community builders to fuel a culture and environment for entrepreneurship in Montreal. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]For more information, please email communities@startupcan.ca Province: Quebec[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][icons icon=”fa-facebook” size=”fa-4x” link=”https://www.facebook.com/StartupMTL/” icon_color=”#0040ff”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][icons icon=”fa-twitter” size=”fa-4x” link=”https://twitter.com/startupmtl?lang=en” icon_color=”#2e9afe” background_color=”#dd8282″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_text_separator title=”Check
- [Startup Fredericton](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-fredericton/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10203″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space height=”110px”][vc_empty_space height=”110px”][vc_empty_space height=”80px”][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About Following the community’s Vision 2020 Economic Development Strategy process involving over 250 community and business stakeholders, Fredericton set a vision to become the Startup Capital of Canada by creating a strong and united ecosystem. Subsequently, Fredericton’s Startup Task Force was formed
- [Startup Hamilton](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-hamilton/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10163″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space height=”70px”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About Startup Hamilton supports and connects grassroots networks and community builders to fuel a culture and environment for entrepreneurship in Hamilton. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] For more information, please email communities@startupcan.ca Province: Ontario [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_text_separator title=”Check out other startup communities:”][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][portfolio_list columns=”3″ order_by=”date” category=”Startup Communities Creation”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [Startup Ottawa Valley](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-ottawa-valley/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10161″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space height=”62px”][vc_empty_space height=”160px”][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About As a community member of Startup Canada, Startup Ottawa Valley is the passionate advocate and voice for the entrepreneurial movement in the Ottawa Valley. We exist to inspire and welcome people into our community by facilitating the meeting and inclusion of diverse
- [Startup Durham](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-durham/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10156″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space height=”70px”][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About Startup Durham is a community of entrepreneurs on a mission to build an inclusive culture of momentum and success in Durham Region [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] For more information, please email communities@startupcan.ca Province: Ontario [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][icons icon=”fa-globe” size=”fa-4x” link=”https://startupdurham.ca/” icon_color=”#dd0f0f” background_color=”#dd8282″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][icons icon=”fa-facebook” size=”fa-4x”
- [Startup Bay of Quinte](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-bay-quinte/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10152″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space height=”70px”][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About Startup Bay of Quinte is spearheaded by Quintevation in partnership with other community enterprise support organizations. We connect all entrepreneurs of the Bay of Quinte Region. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] For more information, please email communities@startupcan.ca Province: Ontario [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][icons icon=”fa-globe” size=”fa-4x” link=”https://quintevation.ca/” icon_color=”#dd0f0f” background_color=”#dd8282″][/vc_column][vc_column
- [Startup Kingston](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-kingston/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10149″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space height=”110px”][vc_empty_space height=”110px”][vc_empty_space height=”150px”][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About Startup Kingston is a part of Startup Canada Communities, which is the flagship program of Startup Canada to support the connectivity, promotion and maturation of grassroots, entrepreneur-led communities across Canada. Through the provision of frameworks; technology; branding; impact measurement and reporting
- [Startup Windsor-Essex](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-windsor-essex/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10146″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space height=”110px”][vc_empty_space height=”110px”][vc_empty_space height=”110px”][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About At the core Startup Windsor Essex: – Provides entrepreneurs with opportunities to connect with inspiration, support, mentors, financing, resources, customers, resources and partners; – Bring together local entrepreneurship organizations to foster collaboration, information sharing, resource optimization, and ignite new opportunities; and,
- [Startup Barrie](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-barrie/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10142″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space height=”110px”][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About Startup Barrie is a place for budding and seasoned entrepreneurs alike to gather, learn from each other and get access to invaluable resources, and programming. We are entrepreneur-led and committed to the long-term success and sustainability of our community. Starting up is hard and
- [Startup Sault Ste. Marie](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-sault-st-marie/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10139″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space height=”110px”][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About Startup Sault Ste Marie is a place for budding and seasoned entrepreneurs alike to gather, learn from each other and get access to invaluable resources, and programming. We are entrepreneur-led and committed to the long-term success and sustainability of our community. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] For
- [Startup Peel Region](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-peel-region/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10134″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space height=”110px”][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About Startup Peel is a place for budding and seasoned entrepreneurs alike to gather, learn from each other and get access to invaluable resources, and programming. We are entrepreneur-led and committed to the long-term success and sustainability of our community. Starting up is hard
- [Startup Toronto](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-toronto/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10131″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space height=”130px”][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About Startup Toronto is a grassroots entrepreneur-led community of Startup Canada. We connect our members to the startup ecosystem in Toronto, foster a supportive home for all entrepreneurs, and provide programs and tools that help entrepreneurs accelerate their business growth. We are a completely
- [Startup York Region](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-york-region/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10363″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space height=”110px”][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About Startup York Region is a grassroots movement, led by local entrepreneurs and supported by organizations committed to help early stage businesses succeed. We are looking for other like-minded volunteers to join our team to help build the entrepreneurial community. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]For more information, please email
- [Startup Ottawa](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-ottawa/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”9048″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About Startup Ottawa offers three pillars of support for startups and entrepreneurs in the Ottawa area in the theme of: Promote. Provide. Connect. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] For more information, please email communities@startupcan.ca Province: Ontario [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][icons icon=”fa-globe” size=”fa-4x” link=”https://www.startupottawa.ca/” icon_color=”#dd0f0f” background_color=”#dd8282″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][icons icon=”fa-facebook” size=”fa-4x” link=”https://www.facebook.com/OttawaStartupCommunity”
- [Startup Sarnia-Lambton](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-sarnia-lambton/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10119″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space height=”60px”][vc_empty_space height=”60px”][vc_empty_space height=”62px”][vc_empty_space height=”62px”][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About Startup Sarnia-Lambton is a business incubator located at the Western Sarnia-Lambton Research Park. Our mission is to connect entrepreneurs; to cultivate entrepreneurship, innovation and startup companies in our region. Entrepreneurs can enjoy access to an established ecosystem consisting of a
- [Startup Peterborough](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-peterborough/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10116″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space height=”62px”][vc_empty_space height=”62px”][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About Startup Peterborough is a place for budding and seasoned entrepreneurs alike to gather, learn from each other and get access to invaluable resources, and programming. We are entrepreneur-led and committed to the long-term success and sustainability of our community. Starting up is hard
- [Startup Waterloo Region](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupwaterloo/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10114″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space height=”55px”][vc_empty_space height=”55px”][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About Startup Waterloo is a grassroots community in Waterloo Region bringing together people passionate about collaboration, innovation and learning. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] For more information, please email communities@startupcan.ca Province: Ontario [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][icons icon=”fa-globe” size=”fa-4x” link=”https://www.startupwaterloo.ca/” icon_color=”#dd0f0f” background_color=”#dd8282″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][icons icon=”fa-facebook” size=”fa-4x” link=”https://www.facebook.com/startupwaterloo/” icon_color=”#0040ff” background_color=”#81bef7″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column
- [#StartupChats - Financing Women-Owned Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-financing-women-owned-startups/) - Becoming an entrepreneur is no simple task. However, if you happen to be a woman entering the world of business for the first time, there are a number of financial outlets and resources available for you to take advantage of to jumpstart your journey. Learn about startup financing, cash flow, perfecting your pitch and more.
- [#StartupLIVE | Lender Luck: Landing Loans & Leveraging Credit](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-lender-luck-landing-loans-leveraging-credit/) - What qualities are involved in a pitch to land loans? How can entrepreneurs leverage credit for their startup? Join #StartupLIVE on March 9 from 12-1pm ET to find out. Hosts - Paul Stevenson, ReferralMortgages.com - Tuan Nguyen, Dude Buddha Guests - Lana Tayara, Lendmart This episode of #StartupLIVE is produced by Startup Canada in partnership
- [#StartupLIVE - New Year, New Digital Strategy](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-new-year-new-digital-strategy/) - As 2017 nears towards the end, you and your businesses not only deserve the praise on all the hard work, but also the new digital strategies to continue evolving. Learn about emerging technologies and trends that will shift business landscapes next year from our experts at #StartupLive from 12-1pm ET on December 12. Watch #StartupLIVE
- [#StartupLIVE - Creating & Doing Business in the Digital World](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-creating-doing-business-in-the-digital-world/) - There has been a surge of growth in the digital technologies that makes business operation more effective than ever. From micro-managing customer bases to market analysis, the business landscapes are being levelled on many sectors. We will learn about some of the most accessible technologies and tools that can be for creating and running business
- [#StartupLIVE - eCommerce and Selling Online](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-ecommerce-and-selling-online/) - As today’s consumers increasingly value internet as a tool to enhance their "personalized" consumptions, every retail business weigh on different e-Commerce options to leverage on them. Find out about different strategies and tools for launching an effective e-Commerce venture from our expert guests of #StartupLive from 12-1pm ET on August 15. Watch #StartupLIVE on one
- [#StartupLive - Secrets To A High Performance Startup LIVE](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-secrets-high-performance-startup-live/) - The word ‘hustle’ doesn’t come with an instruction manual. From countless hours talking to customers, to building unbreakable processes, entrepreneurs do what it takes to succeed. What are the secrets behind building a company that stands out through its productivity and efficiency? Join #StartupLIVE on June 20, 12-1pm ET for an expert panel and learn
- [#StartupLIVE - What No One Tells You About Starting a Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/what-no-one-tells-you-about-starting-a-business/) - Starting a business has its ups and downs. It isn’t always glamorous, and there’s a ton of hard work involved. Find what no one tells you about starting a business on April 18 from 12-1pm ET. This episode of #StartupLIVE is produced by Startup Canada in partnership with Rogers.
- [#StartupChats - Social Impact and Social Finance](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-social-impact-social-finance/) - Whether your startup is aimed at providing relief for society or protecting & preserving the environment, maintaining the finances of a social enterprise can be a big task. Learn about social business plans, funding opportunities, and how you can pay-it-forward using this beneficial business method. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and @QuickBooksCA on Friday May 26
- [#StartupChats - Tips to Get Your Customers to Pay on Time](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-tips-get-customers-pay-time/) - Whether you are in the beginning stages of starting a business or have been in operations for several years, it is important to have your customers pay on time. Building a positive rapport with clients and automating the invoice process through electronic means are just a few examples of ways to make payment collection easier,
- [#StartupChats - Going Global? Think Free Trade Agreements](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-going-global-think-free-trade-agreements/) - With the rise of technology, startups can export their products globally with more ease than ever before. Additionally, with free trade agreements in place, companies have the opportunity to import and export products across foreign borders. Is your business ready to expand globally? What things should an entrepreneur consider when choosing to expand internationally? Join
- [#StartupChats  - Leveraging the Startup Ecosystem to Scale](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-leveraging-startup-ecosystem-scale/) - They say it takes a community to raise a child -- the same can be said for startups! Join us for a discussion on startup ecosystems -- what they are, why they are essential to business (at all scales), and key strategies for building & supporting one in your community. We’ll look at the people,
- [#StartupChats - Business Models for Scaling Up](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-business-models-scaling/) - For many small businesses, one of the most exciting turning points in the journey is when you scale up! It’s a big milestone and when done right, can launch your company into a new world of opportunity! How do you protect your investment during this critical transition? Join our next #StartupChats to learn the key
- [#StartupChats - Operating Your Business in the Cloud](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-operating-business-cloud/) - Cloud storage has become an industry standard for file backup, sharing, and transfer in the majority of businesses across Canada. Find out how using services in the cloud can save your business countless hours, and which cloud storage solution is the right one for you. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and @MicrosoftCanada on February 22 for
- [#StartupChats - Tax Credits for Canadian Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/tax-credits-for-canadian-startups/) - There are a variety of tax refunds and credits offered to business owners and employers by all levels of government. The incentives are designed to encourage businesses to participate in programs or take on certain activities in order to stimulate economic growth across the country. As such, some tax credits are industry specific, others are
- [#StartupChats - Starting Up Sustainably](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-starting-sustainably/) - Companies have an incredible impact on our planet. What are the best business practices to create a sustainable organization that also sustains the environment? Learn what startups should know about the connections between business, technology and the environment with special guests including Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Catherine McKenna. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and
- [#StartupLIVE - Digital Adoption for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-digital-adoption-startups-2/) - In today’s economy, how your company uses technology can give it a strong competitive advantage. Avoid new technologies and you risk being left in the wake of another cutting-edge startup. However, the ever-evolving nature of technology presents time, cost and skills-related challenges for young companies with limited resources. Learn how to optimize the use of
- [Startup Pitch Nights - Bay of Quinte Edition](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-pitch-nights-bay-quinte-edition/) - Congratulations to the Startup Pitch Nights - Bay of Quinte Edition winners, Enright Cattle and RilleaTech. ************************************************************************************************** Join us in Napanee on May 3, 2017 for Startup Pitch Night - Napanee. This is an interactive and fun pitch event where entrepreneurs showcase their companies to potential customers and investors, get valuable feedback, and compete for
- [Startup Pitch Nights - Sault Ste. Marie Edition](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-pitch-nights-sault-ste-marie/) - Congratulations to the grand prize winner of the Sault Ste. Marie Startup Pitch Nights, Cordelia Plant-Based meals! ************************************************************************************************** Join us in Sault Ste. Marie on May 8, 2017 for Startup Pitch Night. This is an interactive and fun pitch event where entrepreneurs showcase their companies to potential customers and investors, get valuable feedback, and compete
- [Startup Pitch Nights - Peel Region Edition](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-pitch-nights-peel/) - Congratulations to Spaceishare for taking home the grand prize of $1,000 at the Startup #PitchNights! Want to attend a Pitch Night Ontario Edition near you? Check out upcoming events at www.startupcan.ca/pitchnights! Thank you to our partner TruShield Insurance. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Join us in Mississauga on March 22 for Startup Pitch Night - Peel Edition. This is an interactive and fun
- [Startup Pitch Nights - Ottawa Valley Edition](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-pitch-nights-ottawa-valley-edition/) - Congratulations to the winner of the Startup Pitch Nights - Ottawa Valley Edition, Paperback Events. *************************************************************************************** Join us in Pembroke on June 1, 2017 for Startup Pitch Night - Ottawa Valley. This is an interactive and fun pitch event where entrepreneurs showcase their companies to potential customers and investors, get valuable feedback, and compete for
- [Startup Pitch Nights - Waterloo Region Edition](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-pitch-nights-waterloo/) - Congratulations to ShiftRide on winning $1,000 last night at our TruShield Insurance Startup Pitch Night. ShiftRide helps you rent a car from people nearby. Join the movement: shiftride.com ********************************************************************************************* Join us in Waterloo on May 11, 2017, for Startup Pitch Night - Waterloo Region Edition. This is an interactive and fun pitch event where entrepreneurs showcase
- [Startup Pitch Nights - Ottawa](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-pitch-nights-ottawa/) - Congratulations to the Startup Pitch Nights winner - Ottawa Edition, RVezy. **************************************************************************************************** Join us in Ottawa on May 7, 2017 for Startup Pitch Night - Ottawa Edition. This is an interactive and fun pitch event where entrepreneurs showcase their companies to potential customers and investors, get valuable feedback, and compete for a chance to win
- [Startup Pitch Nights - Toronto Edition](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-pitch-nights-toronto/) - Join us in Toronto on April 12 for Startup Pitch Night - Toronto Edition. This is an interactive and fun pitch event where entrepreneurs showcase their companies to potential customers and investors, get valuable feedback, and compete for a chance to win the grand prize! Startup Pitch Night is proudly presented by TruShield Insurance and
- [#StartupChats - Getting a Head Start Tax on Season](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-getting-head-start-tax-season/) - Let’s face it: those who actually like doing their taxes are either number-lovers at heart, expecting a massive return, or are simply well-prepared. While your personality and business are unique to you, getting prepared for tax season is something everyone can do. From organizing your paperwork to understanding how to actually file business taxes, getting
- [#StartupLive - How to Startup with No Money](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-startup-no-money/) - Finding capital to fund your early-stage startup is one of an entrepreneur’s greatest challenges. Knowing how to manage your business on a tight dime is a core skill to hone early in its lifecycle. Learn to master the art of Starting up with No Money on #StartupLive February 2, 12-1 pm ET. We're joining with
- [#StartupLIve - When to Quit Your Job: Starting up Serious](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-quit-job-starting-serious/) - Are you ready to be a full-throttle entrepreneur? Balancing a full-time job and a startup business can be tough, especially if you’re committed to the success of your company and you’re ready to scale, but don’t have time. Watch #StartupLive on March 30, 12-2pm ET to learn if it’s time to get serious, ditch the
- [#StartupLive - Millennial Masterminds](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-millennial-masterminds/) - Millennials are self-starters, and millions of them are changing life as we know it in Canada and around the world through innovative products, services and business practices. What makes them tick? What strategies have led their success? Hear from a panel of twenty-something gamechangers with fast-growing startups on #StartupLive March 23, 12-1 pm ET. Hosts
- [#StartupLive - Business Tax 101](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-business-tax-101/) - Keeping thorough financial records from day one will save you hours of headaches come tax season. More than just a record of your profit and loss, organized finances will make your fiscal year-end stress-free for both you and your accountant. Learn the low-down on tax considerations for your startup, how to avoid an audit, and
- [#StartupChats - Operating and Managing virtual teams](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-operating-managing-virtual-teams/) - Operating virtually can be a challenge, and might not be for every startup. However, once you have the right processes and programs in place, creating a team of efficient self-starters can allow your startup to work smoothly and effectively without living in the same country. What are the most-knows about operating and managing a virtual
- [#StartupChats - Establishing Your Company Brand](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-establishing-company-brand/) - Developing a strong and recognizable company brand takes tact. It’s not something that happens by accident, and is the very first point of contact when people interact with your company. How does it make your audience feel? Do you have a trustworthy brand that either gives you leads or recurring customers? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada)
- [#StartupLive -  Bootstrapping Basics](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-bootstrapping-basics/) - Think of bootstrapping your startup as the DIY of running a company. It forces you to cut expenses, focus on revenue and emphasizes the value of every dollar. Learn what entrepreneurs wish they knew when they were bootstrapping, what they would do differently next time, and the pros and cons of the bootstrap experience on
- [#StartupChats - Fraud Prevention for Small Businesses](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-fraud-prevention-small-businesses/) - Fraud costs small business in Canada hundreds, if not thousands of dollars annually. Businesses fallen victim to fraud often never recover the money or non-financial costs attached to the crime. What types of fraud can hurt your small business? How do you protect yourself? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Mastercard (@MastercardCA) on March 15 for
- [#StartupLive - Building Relationships with Banks and Investors](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-building-relationships-banks-investors/) - Your relationships with banks and investors can make or break your chances to realize the vision you have for your startup. From small business advisors and investment bankers to unconventional lenders, learn to build and manage the right relationships with the right people on #StartupLive Feb. 23, 12-1 pm ET. Hosts - Brandon Waselnuk, CoVenture
- [#StartupLive - Digital Marketing Strategies for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-digital-marketing-strategies-startups/) - What strategies, tools and know-how does your startup team need to dominate digital markets? With so many platforms, it’s important to know where, when and how to focus your online and mobile marketing. Learn how to use digital marketing to convert customers, make sales and elevate your brand on #StartupLive Feb. 16, 12-1 pm ET.
- [#StartupChats - Building Startup Communities](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-building-startup-communities/) - A Startup Community is a community of entrepreneurs who are leading the movement to make their own communities great places to start and grow companies. How can you build a Startup Community? Do you have the right people and vision to grow your community to make Canada the best place to start and grow a
- [#StartupLive - Pitching to Investors: Entrepreneurial Mistakes](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-pitching-investors-entrepreneurial-mistakes/) - If you’ve seen Dragon’s Den, Shark Tank, the Apprentice or similar cut-throat shows, you know that pitching to investors is no delicate task. Learn the most common pitching mistakes and fails from top investors who have heard it all, and learn to avoid the pitfalls of fellow startup founders on #StartupLive February 9, 12-1 pm
- [#StartupChats - Getting Ahead through Digital Adoption](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-getting-ahead-digital-adoption/) - Businesses always need to adapt to consumer behaviour. Fierce digital adoption for your business can mean staying ahead of the competition, provide cutting-edge customer service to your clientele, and fight the ongoing battle of obsolescence that plagues industry dinosaurs. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Rogers Business (@RogersBiz) on March 1 for a live #StartupChats on
- [Intellectual Property (IP): Are You Game?](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/intellectual-property-ip-game/) - Do you have a unique business idea and want to protect it from the competition? Should you apply for a patent? How about registering a trademark or creating a copyright? Take part in this chat and discover more about intellectual property (IP) and protecting your intangible assets. After all, they can be just as valuable,
- [#StartupChats - What to do When Cash is Tight](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-cash-tight/) - Entrepreneurs are often on a tight budget. You may be unsure of where to prioritize your spending to capitalize on profits. You may not know what options exist for support or how to approach clients, suppliers and employees with money concerns. Go straight to the experts with these questions and more during #StartupChats! Join Startup
- [#StartupChats - Business Planning Tips for Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-business-planning-tips-startup/) - Going from ideation to having a business plan is a great accomplishment, but is often a process filled with many unknowns. Did you choose the right type of business model for your startup? Did you write a comprehensive business plan that attracts bank and investor interest? Find out how to write a business plan that
- [#StartupChats - Financial Forecasting 101](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-financial-forecasting-101-2/) - Looking for financing from banks, investors, or venture capitalists? It’s a great idea to have smart financial projections to back up your startup. What do you need to create a smart financial forecast? What tools can help you monitor and track your projections? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Intuit QuickBooks (@QuickBooksCA) on March 3 for a
- [#StartupChats - Startup Finance Tips for Sole Proprietors](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-startup-finance-tips-sole-proprietors/) - A sole proprietorship is a business owned by one person, where there is no distinction made between the person and business. Sole proprietors might reap all the business profits, but all the potential debt and legal accountability as well. Find out startup finance tips for sole proprietors and how to make the most out of
- [#StartupChats - How to Build a Startup Community](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-build-startup-community-2/) - A Startup Community is a community of entrepreneurs who are leading the movement to make their own communities great places to start and grow companies. How can you build a Startup Community? Do you have the right people and vision to grow your community to make Canada the best place to start and grow a
- [#StartupChats - Building a Thriving Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-building-thriving-startup/) - Founding a startup is a process unique to the entrepreneurs building the business. From crafting a mission statement and establishing a positive company culture to managing cash flow and developing a growth strategy, building momentum is the common denominator among successful startups. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and UPS (@UPS_SmallBizCA) on February 1, 2017 for a
- [#StartupChats - Startup Finance: Apps & Hacks](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-startup-finance-apps-hacks/) - Navigating the finances of your business can be tough, especially if you are new to the game. As software and technologies continue to improve and become accessible, startups can hack their finances simpler than ever. What should startups know about current apps and hacks that will save them time, money, and stress? Hosted by Edwin
- [#StartupChats - Productivity Tools for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-productivity-tools-startups/) - Ever wonder how some startups get so much done in a day? A week? A year? It isn’t by coincidence - they mastered productivity and startup success. Find out what it takes to be masters of time through different tips, hacks, and apps in #StartupChats! Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Microsoft Canada (@microsoftcanada) on January 25th for
- [#StartupSchool | The B Corp way - Using your Business as a Force for Good](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupschool-b-corp-way-using-business-force-good/) - Do you want to become a force of nature and create a business that not only generates revenue, but does good for the community? Ever wonder how you can start a business while being transparent, accountable, and help solve social and environmental issues? Join #StartupSchool on November 22 from 12-1pm ET to learn how to
- [Startup Foundations presents Startup Finance Bootcamp Montreal](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-foundations-presents-startup-finance-montreal/) - Succeed where others fail; get the “Startup Foundations” you need to start and grow a successful business. Join us in Montreal in November for an interactive Startup Foundations Bootcamp, to learn where you stand financially, how to manage cash flow, track your business finances day-to-day, and how to leverage this information to plan for your
- [Startup Foundations presents Startup Finance Markham](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-foundations-presents-startup-finance-markham/) - Succeed where others fail; get the “Startup Foundations” you need to start and grow a successful business. Join us in Markham on November 19 for an interactive Startup Foundations Bootcamp, to learn where you stand financially, how to manage cash flow, track your business finances day-to-day, and how to leverage this information to plan for
- [Startup Foundations presents Startup Finance Ottawa](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-foundations-presents-startup-finance-ottawa/) - Succeed where others fail; get the “Startup Foundations” you need to start and grow a successful business. Join us in Ottawa on November 16 for an interactive Startup Foundations Bootcamp, to learn where you stand financially, how to manage cash flow, track your business finances day-to-day, and how to leverage this information to plan for
- [#StartupChats - Women in Business: 6 Steps to Creating a Smart Financial Plan](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-women-business-6-steps-creating-smart-financial-plan/) - Getting a good handle on your finances is one of your most crucial jobs as an entrepreneur. Yet, many business owners don’t do the basic financial housekeeping that will give them greater control over their company and more peace of mind. A financial plan is also different from your financial statements. It gives you a
- [#StartupChats - Canadian Content in a Digital World](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-canadian-content-digital-world/) - Canada is as rich in creativity as it is diversity. Each province and territory holds unique and natural landscapes that inspire those living in them. As people join from all over the world to live across this expansive nation, inspiration is sought and turned into what we read in books and magazines, listen to at
- [#StartupChats - Measuring Productivity: How Do You Compare?](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-measuring-productivity-compare/) - Measuring Productivity: How do you compare? Do you know how your business compares with the best in your industry? Answering some of the questions asked during this live chat could give you an edge on the competition. Canada’s leading chief economists, Pierre Cléroux will shares highlights of a comprehensive study on the productivity of 1,500 Canadian
- [#StartupChats - Combining Profit and Purpose](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-combining-profit-purpose/) - For decades we have viewed corporations and nonprofits as fundamentally different types of organizations - with corporations focused on profits and nonprofits existing primarily to fulfill an environmental or social purpose. However, as the millennial view of sustainability has shifted with more and more millennial founders aligning profit with purpose to deliver sustainable growth as
- [#StartupChats - Combining Profit with Passion](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-combining-profit-passion/) - By and large, SBOs startup because of a driving passion and force to be their own boss, to disrupt markets, and to follow their dreams of turning their passion into a career. However, what ultimately keeps startups afloat is the bottom line: profit. How can SBOs combine profit with passion to ensure their dreams come
- [#StartupChats - Managing Small Business Cash Flow](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-managing-small-business-cash-flow/) - Whether you started up because you wanted to make money, be your own boss, or to follow your dreams of being a self-sufficient business owner, managing cashflow can make or break your startup's success. Instead of letting cashflow keep you up at night, learn the best practices surrounding bookkeeping, taxes, incoming and outgoing cashflow, working
- [#StartupSchool | Your Secret Weapon for Renewals and MRR](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupschool-secret-weapon-renewals-mrr/) - The success of subscription software relies on the ability to generate consistent long-term revenue. Since there is a lower initial sale companies rely heavily on recurring revenue. Renewals and Monthly Recurring Revenue (MRR) are critical statistics in the SaaS industry. What is a MRR Renewal Rate and why is important to a SaaS business? What
- [#StartupChats - Your Startup in 2016: Planning for Growth](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-startup-2016-planning-growth/) - You’ve survived and thrived another year as an entrepreneur. Your resolve, passion and hard work have helped you to beat the odds and live your dream another year. Now, with clear sights on 2017, you are aiming to take what you have built and scale it to the next level. But where do you start?
- [#StartupChats - Secrets to Startup Success](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-secrets-startup-success/) - Don't let your startup dreams die because you're overwhelmed or unsure of what's really involved in getting started. We've simplified things for you by going straight to the experts to find out their top tips for startup success. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) for a live #StartupChats on Twitter on December 16th from 12pm – 1pm
- [#StartupChats - Business Planning for Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-business-planning-entrepreneurs/) - A goal without a plan is just a wish. A business plan is a valuable tool for every entrepreneur, whether you’re starting up, have been in business for years, or are ready to grow. Think of your business plan as a sales document. It must convince readers that your business has the potential to be
- [#StartupChats - Customer Acquisition for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-customer-hacking-startups/) - “Customers are your greatest source of learning.” - Bill Gates So you’ve launched your product and now it’s time to start getting customers. Getting traction is easy for some, but hard for most. Getting early adopters, customers and feedback is crucial to the ongoing development of your product. It’s time to build a strategy for
- [#StartupChats - Evaluating Your Startup from the Bank and Investor Perspective](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-evaluating-startup-bank-investor-perspective/) - Learn how early decisions made during the first year or even several years before applying for a loan or investment can impact your ability to get financing for your startup. Build a fundable business from day one by learning how banks and investors evaluate your startup. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Scotiabank (@Scotiabank) on December
- [#StartupChats - Digital Marketing for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-digital-marketing-startups/) - You just launched a startup and need to get your brand in front of as many eyes as possible. The problem is you are not just competing in your industry, you are competing with the millions of other marketing messages that consumers are bombarded with every day. Not only that, your bootstrapped startup does not
- [#StartupChats - Developing Your Business Idea](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-developing-business-idea/) - If you decide to start a new business, you will need to spend some time developing your business idea. One of the greatest advantages of being an entrepreneur is being able to work on something that interests you and that you are passionate about. Unfortunately, passion does not always translate into profits. Before starting a
- [#StartupChats - Social Selling for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-social-selling-startups/) - The old way of cold calling and email marketing aren't as effective as they once were. Enter the new way of selling - social selling. Social selling is about entrepreneurs building a strong personal brand. It is about understanding the role of content and how content can be used to tell a powerful and emotional
- [#StartupChats - Building Your Public Reputation](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-building-public-reputation/) - When it comes to attracting new customers and building your business, there's nothing more important than your business' reputation. In our fast-paced social media-based world, it seems like one misstep can destroy a business almost without the business noticing that it's happening. But when it comes to reputation, the best defense is decidedly a good
- [#StartupChats - Finding Funding to Fuel Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-finding-funding-fuel-startup/) - Putting all your eggs in one basket is never a good business strategy. When you diversify your financing sources, you also have a better chance of getting the appropriate financing that meets your specific needs. Keep in mind that bankers don't see themselves as your sole source of funds. And showing that you've sought or
- [#StartupChats - Women Startup Founders](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-women-startup-founders/) - Women may be underrepresented throughout the tech sector, but they're still building some incredible startups, apps, and products. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and DELL Canada (@DELLSmbCA) on October 12, 2016 for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm ET f0r the Women Startup Founder’s Meetup hosted by Startup Canada co-founder & CEO, Victoria
- [#StartupChats - Celebrating Canadian Entrepreneurship](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-celebrating-canadian-entrepreneurship-2/) - Canada has some of the world’s leading entrepreneurs, groundbreaking innovations, fastest growing companies, creating solutions that impact our communities, our country and the world. Small Business Month is a wonderful time to celebrate entrepreneurs making a difference for Canada and the world. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) for a live #StartupChats on Twitter on October 5th
- [#StartupChats - Creating a Culture of Customer Service](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-creating-culture-customer-service/) - How can you create a culture of continuous customer service? Ultimately, a strong customer service culture leads to sustained improvements to customer experience, and a sustainable competitive advantage for startups. But where do you start? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Freshdesk (@Freshdesk) on September 30, 2016 for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm –
- [#StartupChats - Increasing CashFlow for Your Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-increasing-cashflow-business/) - The lifeblood of your small business is cash flow and understanding how to increase your cash flow can make or break an entrepreneur's success. From speeding up receipt of cash, analysing your cash flow and putting your cash to work to considering the continuity of sales, working with accountants and exploring long-term financing, learn how
- [#StartupChats - Impact of Mobile on Customer Experience](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-impact-mobile-customer-experience/) - Customers are expecting startups to offer rich mobile experiences, providing them with a way to research and purchase products as well as a platform that easily helps them to take advantage of discounts and other perks. It is not enough to integrate mobile within your marketing strategy. The real opportunity lies in fostering a high-level
- [#StartupChats - Leadership Lessons from Founders](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-leadership-lessons-founders/) - Entrepreneurs envisage the future and mobilize teams around them to build that future. Oftentimes, founders start as leaders of themselves and leadership skills evolve as their startups grow. Wolf Blass Wines founder Wolfgang Blass, succeeded beyond all odds as a global entrepreneur to build one of the world’s leading and the most awarded and prized
- [#StartupChats - The Canadian Market & Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-canadian-market-startup/) - “An investment in knowledge, pays the most interest” - Benjamin Franklin What is the state of the Canadian market and what does it mean for the success of your startup? What is Canada’s socio-political and economic climate and how can you leverage your positioning within Canada to grow your business? What are some of the
- [#StartupChats - 2016 Year in Review](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-2016-year-review/) - As we prepare to welcome 2017, we’ll look back on 2016 to recap the trends, new technologies, biggest news stories and provide an overall assessment for the year in Canadian entrepreneurship. What are some of the biggest lessons that we can take forward in 2017. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Intuit Quickbooks (@QuickBooksCA) on Dec
- [#StartupChats - Starting Global Partnerships](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-starting-global-partnerships/) - As you work to create a scalable startup, building strategic global partnerships can help you to leverage global opportunities, scale more aggressively and access global supply chains. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and @UPS_SmallBizCA on Dec 14 for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm ET. Hosted by Edwin Frondozo (@drgnmeme) and featuring a
- [#StartupChats - Iterating, Pivoting & Starting Over](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-iterating-pivoting-starting/) - Never be afraid to pivot or start over. It’s a new chance to rebuild what you want. Every entrepreneur knows that they should never let go of the goal or vision; however, they should always be willing to iterate, pivot or start over with regards to their plan - never getting too hung up on
- [#StartupChats - Financial Literacy Month](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-financial-literacy-month/) - November is Financial Literacy Month and we are celebrating the latest tools, technologies and innovations to help entrepreneurs build financially fit and fundable businesses. Financial readiness is the key to the success of your startup; it helps you to see if there is really a business behind your idea and to take better decisions to
- [#StartupChats - Startup Branding 101](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-startup-branding-101/) - “A brand is a living entity - and it is enriched or undermined cumulatively over time, the product of a thousand small gestures.” - Michael Eisner How does your brand talk? Dress? Make its choices of movies and food? No, these are not crazy questions. Branding is one of the key pillars of building businesses
- [#StartupChats - Spotting Red Flags and Risks](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-spotting-red-flags-risks/) - “Don’t be afraid to give up the good for the great.” - John D. Rockefeller The reality is that most startups fail. Maximize your odds of startup success by learning how to spot red flags and risks. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Intuit Quickbooks (@QuickBooksCA) on Nov 11 for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from
- [#StartupChats - Disruptive Financing for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-disruptive-financing-startups/) - The growing rate of technological change, combined with shifting customer preferences and an evolving regulatory landscape, have impacted the ways in which financial services are structured, delivered and consumed. Startups can take advantages of these disruptive financial technologies and the capital they have unlocked. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Intuit QuickBooks (@QuickBooksCA) on Oct 28
- [#StartupChats - Managing Risks for Importing, Exporting & Shipping](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-managing-risks-importing-exporting-shipping/) - Are you starting up or running an import / export business? What are some of the risks in doing so and how can you manage them from the onset to build a thriving business? From fluctuating currencies and hidden duties to missing imports and shifting geo-political environments; if you know the risks ahead, you can
- [#StartupChats - Culture: Standing Out in a Sea of Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-culture-standing-sea-startups/) - Organizational culture eats strategy like breakfast, lunch and dinner. It’ll take more than just an innovative idea to make your startup stand out from the competition. As a founder, what steps can you take to build a thriving organizational culture from the inside out? How can culture fuel grow and attract the best talent, customers,
- [#StartupChats - Balancing Health and Startup Life](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-balancing-health-startup-life/) - “It is health that is real wealth and not pieces of gold and silver”. - Mahatma Ghandi. It’s easy to get caught up in the hustle of startup life and neglect something as important as your health and well-being. What can you do to overcome the stress of building your business and really thrive? How
- [#StartupChats - The Digital Era: An Opportunity for Businesses to Become Leaders](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-digital-era-opportunity-businesses-become-leaders/) - A new era for entrepreneurs and status has begun, creating new opportunities for startups to quickly rise up as leaders. Digitization is rewriting the rules of competition, with incumbent companies most at risk of being left behind. How can you ensure your business stays ahead of the game in the digital era? What are some
- [#StartupChats - Mobile Payment for Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-mobile-payment-entrepreneurs/) - It's anticipated that there will be more than 4.8 billion individuals using a mobile phone by the end of 2016. Mobile payment refers to payment services operated under financial regulation and performed from or via a mobile device. What are the benefits of using mobile payment for your startup? Why do you think some business
- [#StartupChats - Social Media for Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-social-media-entrepreneurs/) - Which social media channels work best for you and your business? What tools are available to help you track your online presence and growth? We ask the experts to weigh in on what it takes to grow your social network and build your customer base in the process. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and @rebeldotcom on
- [#StartupChats - Tips for Moving from Startup to Scale Up](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-tips-moving-startup-scale/) - “There is no elevator to success - you have to take the stairs.” Congratulations! You have built a sustainable and are on target to scale. But how do you go from startup to scale-up? How does your leadership style, team, processes and financing need to shift to make the scale-up process strategic, intentional, controlled and
- [Go Global Bootcamp | Toronto, ON](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/go-global-bootcamp-toronto/) - Join us in Toronto, ON on December 7 for an interactive Go Global Bootcamp event that will inspire, educate, and connect Canadian entrepreneurs to global opportunities and resources. The program is delivered by Startup Canada, in partnership with UPS Canada. The experience: OPENING Welcome by MC Opening Remarks Keynote Break | 10 minutes UPS WORKSHOP Overview Presentation | Important
- [Go Global Bootcamp | Calgary, AB](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/go-global-bootcamp-calgary-ab/) - Join us in Calgary, AB on October 26 for an interactive Go Global Bootcamp event that will inspire, educate, and connect Canadian entrepreneurs to global opportunities and resources. The program is delivered by Startup Canada, in partnership with UPS Canada. The experience: OPENING Welcome by MC Opening Remarks Keynote Break | 10 minutes UPS WORKSHOP Overview Presentation | Important
- [Go Global Bootcamp | Vancouver, BC](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/go-global-bootcamp-vancouver-bc/) - Join us in Vancouver on October 17 for an interactive Go Global Bootcamp event that will inspire, educate and connect Canadian entrepreneurs to global opportunities and resources. The program is delivered by Startup Canada, in partnership with UPS Canada and our local host, Founder Institute Vancouver and our Space Sponsor, Brainstation Vancouver. THE EXPERIENCE ENTREPRENEUR KEYNOTE TWO DYNAMIC
- [Go Global Bootcamp | Montreal, QC](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/go-global-bootcamp-montreal-qc/) - Join us in Montreal, QC on October 5 for an interactive Go Global Bootcamp event that will inspire, educate, and connect Canadian entrepreneurs to global opportunities and resources. The program is delivered by Startup Canada, in partnership with UPS Canada. The experience: OPENING Welcome by MC Opening Remarks Keynote Break | 10 minutes UPS WORKSHOP Overview Presentation | Important
- [Go Global Bootcamp | Waterloo, ON](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/go-global-bootcamp-waterloo/) - Join us in Waterloo, ON on September 28 for an interactive Go Global Bootcamp event that will inspire, educate, and connect Canadian entrepreneurs to global opportunities and resources. The program is delivered by Startup Canada, in partnership with UPS Canada. The experience: OPENING Welcome by MC Opening Remarks Keynote Break | 10 minutes UPS WORKSHOP Overview Presentation | Important factors
- [Go Global Bootcamp | Fredericton, NB](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/go-global-bootcamp-fredericton-nb/) - Join us in Fredericton, NB on September 12 for an interactive Go Global Bootcamp event that will inspire, educate, and connect Canadian entrepreneurs to global opportunities and resources. The program is delivered by Startup Canada, in partnership with UPS Canada. The experience: OPENING Welcome by MC Opening Remarks Keynote Break | 10 minutes UPS WORKSHOP Overview Presentation |
- [#StartupChats - Millenial Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-millenial-startups/) - The value and opportunities involved in entrepreneurship do not go unseen by millennials. Canadian millennials are looking for meaning. They’re looking for a greater satisfaction in their work and in their careers. What makes millennial entrepreneurship unique? How can more millennials become involved in this exciting, alternative career path? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Scotiabank
- [#StartupChats - Tactics for a Persuasive Pitch](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-tactics-persuasive-pitch/) - Do you have a fantastic business idea, plan, or even the beginning of a startup? Do you know how to craft the perfect persuasive pitch that will sell your idea to potential investors, VCs, or partners? Learn tactics for how you can build a persuasive pitch for your startup that is sure to leave an
- [#StartupChats - Market Validation for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/copy-startupchats-vitamins-painkillers-managing-startup-pain-points/) - What is market validation and why is it an important step in the startup process? What key questions should you be asking your target audience? We chat with experts and ask them for tips on how to use this crucial step to refine your business idea and ensure success in the long run! Join Startup
- [#StartupSchool | Slaying Dragons: Pitching to Investors](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupschool-slaying-dragons-pitching-investors/) - Pitching to investors need not always be a nerve-wracking affair. With the right planning and preparation, it can be the ultimate platform for you to showcase your idea, convince investors of your startup’s potential and build your own confidence in the process. Join Erik Kaas, Concierge Service Innovation Advisor to learn what it takes to present
- [#StartupChats - Vitamins & Painkillers: Managing Startup Pain Points](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-vitamins-painkillers-managing-startup-pain-points/) - Every entrepreneur experiences some type of pain at some point in their journey. Each phase of the startup process brings on new challenges and opportunities; it’s how you deal with them that matters. By understanding where it hurts and why, you can successfully combat the everyday pains of starting up. We ask: are you giving
- [#StartupSchool | 5 Entrepreneurial Fears & How to Face Them](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupschool-5-entrepreneurial-fears-face/) - Being an entrepreneur means you’re asking a lot of “what ifs”. Don’t let the unknown or the potential risks inhibit you from starting the business you’ve always wanted. In this edition of #StartupSchool featuring Coaching by RockSTARS, we’re diving deep into the fears entrepreneurs face every day, while providing solutions, expertise, and inspiration for you
- [#StartupChats - Empowering Women Through Entrepreneurship](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-empowering-women-entrepreneurship/) - Empowering women locally, nationally, and internationally, is critical to the sustainability and growth of communities and the economy. In Canada, the number of women owned businesses are on the rise. However, women continuously face challenges related to accessing capital, markets, and networks. What opportunities are available for women looking to start up? What resources are
- [#StartupChats - Homework to Hustle: Starting Up in School](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/copy-startupchats-selling-large-enterprises/) - Are you a student wanting to start your own business? Not sure how to balance your school life with starting up? Do you want to learn the opportunities available for students taking the plunge into entrepreneurship? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Bitness.io (@getbitness) on August 3 for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm ET.
- [#StartupSchool | Building Your SDR Practice with Anastasia Valentine](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupschool-building-sdr-practice-anastasia-valentine/) - Steady sales are essential for the growth and sustainability of a company. As an entrepreneur and business owner, you need to ensure the leads your team generates are handled properly through a top-notch process, resulting in happy customers and recurring revenue. What are the best practices for building, scaling, and maintaining an efficient SDR (Sales
- [#StartupChats - Selling to Large Enterprises](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-selling-large-enterprises/) - Your startup team is ready to take it to the next level- selling your products and services to big businesses. But where do you start? How do you get their attention? How is selling to large retailers different from selling to smaller businesses? Learn the tricks of the trade from the experts. Join Startup Canada
- [#StartupChats - FinTech 101](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-fintech-101/) - For a few years, experts have debated the future of the banking industry. Financial technologies have disrupted how people interact with their money, and according to the FinTech Innovation Lab in New York City, $22.3 billion was invested in fintech companies globally in 2015. What barriers to entry do fintech startups face and how do
- [#StartupChats - Financial Support for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-financial-support-startups/) - You’re new to the startup scene and looking for some financial support for your business. What sources of funding are available to you? How do you convince investors to finance your business idea? Find out how you can raise capital for your small business and maintain control of it in the process. Join Startup Canada
- [#StartupChats - Finding and Making the Most out of Mentorship](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-finding-making-mentorship/) - Entrepreneurship can be a lonely road, but it doesn’t have to be with the help of a mentor or champion to guide you through tough decisions. How do you find a quality mentor? What does the mentor-mentee relationship look like? What key questions should you ask? How does a mentor benefit from the relationship? Join
- [#StartupChats - Overcoming Fear of Startup Failure](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-overcoming-fear-startup-failure/) - Every entrepreneur has experienced this feeling at least once in their startup journey: FEAR. What is your greatest fear as an entrepreneur? How do you plan to overcome it? Find out how other entrepreneurs overcame their fear of startup failure and what strategies you can use to get over your own worries about starting a
- [#StartupChats - How to Get the Recognition Your Startup Deserves](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-get-recognition-startup-deserves/) - Growing a startup isn’t easy. From conception to creation, you’re working hard to develop ideas, networks, prototypes, and business models while trying to find access to funding, all while supporting yourself and your team on a limited budget. We know this is no easy task, which is why we want you to celebrate and get
- [#StartupChats - Choices, Convenience, and Channels](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-choices-convenience-channels/) - Customers want choice and convenience when shopping online. As a startup, how do you reward your customers with an efficient and easy way to navigate the shopping experience? Find out how you can provide your customers with choice and convenience through your channels by building up your startups online sales strategy. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada)
- [#StartupChats - Tips for Global Social Innovators](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-tips-global-social-innovators/) - Are you a social entrepreneur? Do you strive to tackle global challenges through innovation? Learn tips and tricks from industry experts on how make a global social impact with your company. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and African Bronze Honey (@AfricanBHoney) on July 22 for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm ET. Hosted
- [#StartupSchool | Managing Risk & Protecting Your Advice](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupschool-managing-risk-protecting-advice/) - Mistakes can happen, but does your startup have protection if an oversight causes a serious security breach or business interruption? What if the professional advice you gave your client ended up costing them millions? Make sure you know what types of insurance are available to keep your startup financially secure when errors occur. Tune in
- [#StartupChats - Digital Marketing 101](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-digital-marketing-101/) - Promoting your brand through online platforms is key when it comes to engaging and communicating effectively with your customers. But where do you begin? How will it help your startup? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and @QuickbooksCA on July 20 for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm ET. Hosted by Edwin Frondozo (@drgnmeme),
- [#StartupChats - CEO Skills for Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-ceo-skills-entrepreneurs/) - So you’re an entrepreneur. But do you know how to manage a business? Do you have the skills it takes to be the CEO of your startup? Find out what skills you need to build to better lead your startup and what strategies to employ to develop your CEO skillset. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and
- [#StartupChats - The A-Z of Starting Up](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-z-starting/) - Everybody has to start somewhere. From brainstorming your idea to the launch of your company, from coding your website to developing a product that sells, knowing the A-Zs of starting up can prepare you for the best, and the worst. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada), Intuit (@QuickBooksCA) and WayOutfitters (@WayOutfitters) on July 8 for a live
- [#StartupChats - Using Video to Grow Your Brand](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-using-video-grow-brand/) - Video is fast becoming an effective tool to reach your audience and build your brand. Sometimes, a short clip is all it takes to share your vision and present your product in a creative and powerful way. But how much of a priority should video production be in your startup’s marketing strategy? What makes a
- [#StartupSchool | Building Your Business on the Cloud](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupschool-building-business-cloud/) - Building your business on the cloud gives you more flexibility to rapidly develop your product or service in a meaningful way. Tapping into the cloud is now more accessible than ever before, especially for startups. Tune in to this edition of Startup School to learn how using the cloud can help you get your tech
- [#StartupSchool - Tips for Home-Based Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupschool-tips-home-based-startups/) - There’s more to starting and running a home-based business than you may realize. For instance, do you know what type of insurance you need? Do you know what boxes need to be ticked before you can officially open for business? For all you need to know about starting up at home, tune in for this
- [#StartupSchool - Finding Clients for Your Startup with Brad Pinch](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupschool-selling-building-clients-startups-brad-pinch/) - “If you don’t have buyers, you don’t have a business.” The number one goal of a startup is to sell its product to consumers. Otherwise, your business won’t be sustainable, or profitable. Building your clientele before and after your product is ready takes skill, ambition, perseverance, and plain and simply, hard work. Find out what
- [#StartupChats | Startups and The Internet of Things (IoT)](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-internet-things-iot/) - The Internet is one of history’s most profound game-changers. The world as we know it is now under constant construction as network connectivity is integrated into everything from our mobile devices to our buildings and vehicles. More and more objects around us are sending and receiving data, and everyday tasks once performed manually are being
- [#StartupSchool - The Cloud for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupschool-cloud-startups/) - Using the Cloud can be a cost effective and innovative way to improve the quality of your startup. Are you interested in taking advantage of the Cloud to stay ahead of your competitors? Learn tips and tools for how the Cloud can improve your business processes. Join Microsoft Canada for Startup Canada’s #StartupSchool on The
- [#StartupChats - How to Build a Social Enterprise](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-build-social-enterprise/) - Do you want to make an impact locally, nationally, or internationally? Ever thought about creating a sustainable enterprise aimed at enriching the lives of people at all ends of production? Whether it’s a product or a service, a social enterprise has the potential to transform and empower communities. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and African Bronze Honey (Demo
- [#StartupChats - Mental Health and Entrepreneurship](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-mental-health-entrepreneurship/) - The life of entrepreneurship is one of variables, fluidity, perpetual unknowns, and excitement. Often times, entrepreneurs are subject to stressful conditions that take a toll on their emotional well-being. How can entrepreneurs remember to make their mental health a priority and what are ways they can combat the everyday stress and unknowns? Join Startup Canada
- [#StartupSchool - Protecting Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupschool-protecting-startup/) - Watch the panel here! Starting a business can be challenging at the best of times and every entrepreneur knows that success is 90 percent preparation. Planning and preparation includes protecting your business. How do you plan and protect your business for the worst case scenario to improve your odds for success? From backing up on
- [#StartupChats - Business Interruption Tips for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-business-interruption-tips-startups/) - Unexpected interruptions can impact the operations of your business and cost you significant revenue. Protecting your business from natural disasters, fires, or construction comes at a price and requires preparation. Learn everything you need to know about business interruption insurance and prepare your business for the unexpected. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) on May 13 for
- [e=mc2 The Centre for Business Excellence](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/emc2-centre-business-excellence/)
- [Startup Calgary](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-calgary/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”10264″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space height=”110px”][vc_column_text] Connect with us online: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] About Startup Calgary is the passionate advocate and collective voice for the entrepreneurial movement that is reshaping the life of every Calgarian. We exist to inspire and welcome people into our community by facilitating collisions of diverse people, ideas and skills. We help people
- [Defeating Business Failure by Coaching by RockSTARS with Rivers Corbett](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/defeating-business-failure-coaching-rockstars/) - Are you looking to perfect your business’ professional and financial finesse? Do you want to master your sales and marketing skills while generating leads, attracting clients, and increasing sales? Startup Canada is proud to partner with Coaching by Rockstars - Sign up for Defeating Business Failure by Coaching by RockSTARS online Webinar! Date: April 18, 2016 Time: 12-1
- [#StartupChats - User Testing Tips & Tricks](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-user-testing-tips-tricks-2/) - From food to software, user testing is used in a variety of industries to determine what customers like and what keeps them coming back for more. However, like many things in business, there is rarely a one-size-fits-all approach. So, how do you know when to seek out user testing programs or which methods will be
- [#StartupChats - User testing tips and tricks](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-user-testing-tips-tricks/) - From food to software, user testing is used in a variety of industries to determine what customers like and keep them coming back for more. How do you know when to seek out programs to help you with your product, or which methods will be most effective for you? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and @SteadfastBeta
- [Tech Startup Errors & Omissions - What You Need to know](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/tech-startup-errors-omissions-need-know/) - An ill-written line of code can have catastrophic consequences for a tech startup. Understanding the risks of errors and omissions can make or break your client relationships and your business. Learn what type of insurance policies are available and how to access them to help protect your startup from the consequences of errors. Join Startup
- [#StartupChats - Tips for Home-Based Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-tips-home-based-startups/) - There are many things to consider before launching a home-based startup. From having the proper insurance, to understanding local zoning laws, to having a separate phone line, starting a home-based business requires some extra thought into both physical and organizational setup. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and @TruShieldIns on June 17, for a live #StartupChats on
- [#StartupChats - Tips for Contractors & Consultants](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-tips-contractors-consultants/) - Working as a contractor or consultant means you’re responsible for all the behind-the-scenes administration that goes into running your business. Do you know what type of insurance you need? What type of benefits are available? What’s involved in doing your own taxes or how to keep a record of your self-made business? Join Startup Canada
- [#StartupChats - Building Corporate Culture](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-building-corporate-culture/) - From hiring and retaining top talent to rewarding a job well done, being an effective leader requires attention and understanding. Learn how leadership can positively, or negatively, affect the overall culture of an organization and understand exactly what you can do to establish the right tone for your company culture. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and @rebeldotcom
- [#StartupChats - Building Engaging & Productive Teams](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/sartupchats-building-engaging-productive-teams/) - Employees can start to disengage if they feel undervalued, unappreciated or uninvolved. Learn how to fine tune your leadership approach and build an all-star team that is fully committed and effective. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and @rebeldotcom on April 20, for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm ET. Hosted by Edwin Frondozo
- [Building a Startup Community - Information Session December 15](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/building-startup-community-information-session-december-15/) - We invite you to register for the next Building a Community Information Session on December 15 at 2 pm ET. Startup Canada Communities gives entrepreneurs and community builders the resources they need to build welcoming and supportive entrepreneurial communities across Canada, and it brings them together into a national network of hyperconnected and vibrant grassroots
- [Building a Startup Community - Information Session November 24](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/building-startup-community-information-session-november-24/) - We invite you to register for the next Building a Community Information Session on November 24 at 2 pm ET. Startup Canada Communities gives entrepreneurs and community builders the resources they need to build welcoming and supportive entrepreneurial communities across Canada, and it brings them together into a national network of hyperconnected and vibrant grassroots
- [Building a Startup Community - Information Session October 13](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/building-startup-community-information-session-october-27/) - We invite you to register for the next Building a Community Information Session on October 13 at 2 pm ET. Startup Canada Communities gives entrepreneurs and community builders the resources they need to build welcoming and supportive entrepreneurial communities across Canada, and it brings them together into a national network of hyperconnected and vibrant grassroots
- [Building a Startup Community - Information Session September 15](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/building-startup-community-information-session-september-15/) - We invite you to register for the next Building a Community Information Session on September 15 at 2 pm ET. Startup Canada Communities gives entrepreneurs and community builders the resources they need to build welcoming and supportive entrepreneurial communities across Canada, and it brings them together into a national network of hyperconnected and vibrant grassroots
- [Building a Startup Community - Information Session August 11](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/building-startup-community-information-session-august-18/) - We invite you to register for the next Building a Community Information Session on August 11 at 2 pm ET. Startup Canada Communities gives entrepreneurs and community builders the resources they need to build welcoming and supportive entrepreneurial communities across Canada, and it brings them together into a national network of hyperconnected and vibrant grassroots
- [Building a Startup Community - Information Session July 14](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/building-startup-community-information-session-july-14/) - We invite you to register for the next Building a Community Information Session on July 14 at 2 pm ET. Startup Canada Communities gives entrepreneurs and community builders the resources they need to build welcoming and supportive entrepreneurial communities across Canada, and it brings them together into a national network of hyperconnected and vibrant grassroots
- [Building a Startup Community - Information Session June 23](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/building-startup-community-information-session-june-16/) - We invite you to register for the next Building a Community Information Session on June 23 at 2 pm ET. Startup Canada Communities gives entrepreneurs and community builders the resources they need to build welcoming and supportive entrepreneurial communities across Canada, and it brings them together into a national network of hyperconnected and vibrant grassroots
- [Building a Startup Community - Information Session May 19](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/building-startup-community-information-session-may-19/) - We invite you to register for the next Building a Community Information Session on May 19 at 2 pm ET. Startup Canada Communities gives entrepreneurs and community builders the resources they need to build welcoming and supportive entrepreneurial communities across Canada, and it brings them together into a national network of hyperconnected and vibrant grassroots
- [Building a Startup Community - Information Session March 30](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/building-startup-community-information-session-march-30/) - We invite you to register for the next Building a Community Information Session on March 30 at 2 pm ET. Startup Canada Communities gives entrepreneurs and community builders the resources they need to build welcoming and supportive entrepreneurial communities across Canada, and it brings them together into a national network of hyperconnected and vibrant grassroots
- [Startup Canada Day on the Hill 2016](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/7095/) - STARTUP CANADA DAY ON THE HILL 2016 PRESENTED BY INTUIT QUICKBOOKS Calling all Startup Canadians! Join us on May 5 at the Shaw Centre in Ottawa to provide direct input into Canada’s Innovation Strategy alongside Canada’s leading entrepreneurs, anchor companies and experts. Startup Canada Day on the Hill brings Ministers, Members of Parliament and senior bureaucrats
- [#StartupSchool - Business Modeling 101 with Bradley Pinch](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupschool-business-modeling-101-bradley-pinch/) - A business model is the backbone of any startup. It’s your game-plan for generating revenue and your strategy for delivering value to your customers. Having a solid business model is critical to moving your startup from concept to reality, or for charting a new course if you need to pivot. So how do you build
- [#StartupChats - Managing a Startup Team](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-managing-startup-team/) - You’ve launched your startup and built your first team. Is managing a startup team different from managing a team in a large or more developed company? What do managers need to know when managing a team in the startup environment? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Intuit (@QuickBooksCA) on June 8 for a live #StartupChats on
- [#StartupChats - FinTech in Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-fintech-canada/) - Canadian adoption of FinTech (financial technology) products is set to triple in a year, according to a recent report by EY. The rise of FinTech in Canada has wide-reaching impacts for everything from mobile payments to financial investments to asset management. How will this affect your startup? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Intuit (@QuickBooksCA) on
- [#StartupChats - Exporting 101](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-exporting-101/) - Interested in exporting? Join Canadian entrepreneurs and experts in small business to learn how setting up a global distribution channel can set your startup apart from the competition. Get answers to the most common exporting questions, such as how to set up an international supply chain channel and why you should consider eCommerce as a
- [#StartupChats - Succession Planning](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-succession-planning/) - A startup’s succession plan can be a make or break for the business. Succession plans cover everything from staff accountability to talent management, and there’s even a role for your board of directors if you have one. It needs to be a living document that evolves as your company grows, so it never hurts to
- [#StartupChats - Daily Leadership and Development for Founders](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-daily-leadership-development-founders/) - Do you know the difference between being a boss and being a leader? Do you invest in personal development at all stages of your career, no matter if you’re just starting out or already notched a few successes? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Intuit (@QuickBooksCA) on May 25 for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from
- [#StartupChats - Collaborative Leadership for Founders](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-collaborative-leadership-founders/) - What is your leadership style? How do you involve and empower employees in company decision-making? Find out how to practice collaborative leadership and the advantages it can have for your startup team. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and GreatWork (@ourgreatwork) on May 20 for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm ET. Hosted by
- [#StartupChats - Innovation Models for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-innovation-models-startups/) - Being innovative doesn’t just happen out of thin air. Having a process for generating and managing new product and strategy ideas is essential for both the growth and sustainability of your company. Like many things in business, there’s a few different ways to approach this, so you need to find an innovation model that works
- [#StartupChats - Mastering Your Supply Chain for Growth](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-mastering-supply-chain-growth/) - In this #StartupChats, Canadian entrepreneurs share their top tips and tricks for how to master an international supply chain. Learn from the experts themselves about how they identify the best suppliers, build strong organizational structures, and strengthen relationships to get the most out of their partners. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and UPS Canada (@UPS_SmallBizCA) on
- [#StartupChats - Enterprise Risk Mitigation](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-enterprise-risk-mitigation/) - Get ahead of the curve by mitigating risks for your organization. It starts with knowing why and how an enterprise risk management program fits into to your business strategy. Knowing how to identify risk, measure KPIs, as well as build and implement a mitigation plan will set you up for long-term success. Join Startup Canada
- [#StartupChats - Hiring & Firing Tips for Founders](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-hiring-firing-tips-founders/) - Searching for talent can be a challenge. It’s often time-consuming and runs the risk of being expensive, especially if you miss the mark and hire someone who isn’t the perfect fit you’d hoped. How do you find the right members for your team? And if it doesn’t work out, how do you end the relationship
- [#StartupChats - Effective Decision Making for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-effective-decision-making-startups/) - How do you make decisions for your organization? Is there a strategy behind how you collect information and come to your conclusions? How do you implement and track the results of your decisions so that you can properly evaluate the outcomes? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and @ourgreatwork on April 13 for a live #StartupChats on
- [#StartupChats - Influence & Startup Success](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-influence-startup-success/) - Want to establish yourself as a thought leader or become an expert in your field? By following a few key steps, you can build influence within your community and set yourself apart as a go-to resource. Our experts have tips and tricks on using social media, events, and community involvement as ways take to build
- [#StartupChats - Importing 101](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-importing-101/) - Got questions about importing? We’ve got the answers in our next #StartupChats! Find out how you can use importing as a means to increase profits, plus, we’ll be sharing top tips like how to hire a broker to help ease the pains of dealing with border control. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and UPS (@UPS_SmallBizCA) on
- [#StartupChats - Government Incentives for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-government-incentives-startups/) - Starting a new business or growing a startup? The Government of Canada wants to help you succeed! From tax breaks to incubator programs to debt financing options, government-supported business incentives are often a key ingredient to a Canadian startup’s success. How can you tap into these programs and perks? We’ve got the answers! Join Startup
- [Startup Finance - Calgary](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-calgary/) - ***THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT*** NEW LOCATION: MCCARTHY TETRAULT OFFICE DOWNTOWN. DOORS LOCK AT 6PM Join us in Calgary this Spring for a three-hour Startup Finance event that will equip you with the tools, resources, and mentorship to grow a sustainable, scalable and fully fundable enterprise. This program is delivered by Startup Canada, in partnership with Intuit
- [Startup Finance - Vancouver](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-vancouver/) - Join us in Vancouver this Spring* for a three-hour Startup Finance event that will equip you with the tools, resources, and mentorship to grow a sustainable, scalable and fully fundable enterprise. This program is delivered by Startup Canada and Spring Activator, in partnership with Intuit Canada and the Fundica Roadshow. The experience: Inspiring keynote from Roy Hessel, President and CEO
- [Startup Finance - Waterloo](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-waterloo/) - Join us in Waterloo this Spring* for a three-hour Startup Finance event that will equip you with the tools, resources, and mentorship to grow a sustainable, scalable and fully fundable enterprise. This program is delivered by Startup Canada, in partnership with Intuit Canada and the Fundica Roadshow. The experience: Inspiring keynotes from well-known local entrepreneurs Expert
- [Startup Finance - Montréal](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-montreal/) - Version française va suivi. Join us in Montreal this Spring* for a three-hour Startup Finance event that will equip you with the tools, resources, and mentorship to grow a sustainable, scalable and fully fundable enterprise. This program is delivered by Startup Canada, in partnership with Intuit Canada and the Fundica Roadshow. The experience: Inspiring keynotes from well-known
- [Startup Finance - Halifax](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-halifax/) - Join us in Halifax* this Spring for a three-hour Startup Finance event that will equip you with the tools, resources, and mentorship to grow a sustainable, scalable and fully fundable enterprise. This program is delivered by Startup Canada, in partnership with Intuit Canada and the Fundica Roadshow. The experience: Welcoming Remarks from Startup Halifax & Intuit QuickBooks Entrepreneur
- [Startup Finance - Toronto](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-toronto/) - Join us in Toronto* on Feb. 25 for a three-hour Startup Finance event that will equip you with the tools, resources, and mentorship to grow a sustainable, scalable and fully fundable enterprise. This program is delivered by Startup Canada, in partnership with Intuit Canada and the Fundica Roadshow. Refreshments will be provided. The experience: Inspiring keynotes from well-known local
- [#StartupChats - Effective Networking](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-effective-networking-3/) - Knowing how to network effectively is a highly sought-after skill and can result in new business opportunities, the creation of strategic relationships, and an expanded social network if done right. What do you need to know to maximize your networking potential? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and MNP (@MNP_LLP) on March 23 for a live #StartupChats
- [#StartupSchool - Gathering Market Intelligence](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupschool-gathering-market-intelligence/) - Gathering market intelligence is an essential process for businesses to confidently make decisions regarding market development, opportunity, and strategy. Constantly understanding what’s happening in your organization keeps your key performance indicators in real time to allow for current and timely analysis. Learn with Peter Howell, an Innovation Advisor at Concierge Service, about the components of
- [#StartupChats - Qu’est-ce que le Lean?](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-quest-ce-que-le-lean/) - Élaborer rapidement un produit minimum viable pour pivoter, accélérer et échouer vite est la voie de l’avenir pour l’entreprise en démarrage, et l’avenir est maintenant. De plus en plus d’entrepreneurs choisissent l’approche « Lean Startup » pour parvenir à mieux gérer, organiser et financer leur entreprise en démarrage avant de consacrer trop de temps et d’énergie à
- [#StartupChats - Time Hacking & Work/Life Balance](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-time-hacking-worklife-balance/) - Entrepreneurs are some of the busiest people with the most erratic and unpredictable schedules. Even though they might work long days and nights, if they’re doing what they love, it doesn’t feel like work at all. What rituals do you have to start and finish your day? How do you balance your work and life,
- [#StartupChats - Starting Up in Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-starting-up-in-canada/) - There are many benefits to starting your own business, such as being your own boss, personal growth, helping or improving your community, creating innovative technologies, and so much more. Is entrepreneurship for you? Have you thought about starting your own business but not sure of where to start? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Concierge (#ConciergeGoC)
- [#StartupChats - Newcomer Entrepreneurship](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/6439/) - As a newcomer, startup up in Canada has its benefits. From the many vibrant cities to the expansive rural hubs, Canada is a massive country filled with opportunity. What do newcomers need to know before starting up in Canada? What advantages does starting a business provide? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) on March 2 for
- [#StartupChats - Tax & Valuation for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-tax-valuation-for-startups/) - There are many aspects to consider when determining the worth of your business. How can differing expectations, earnings, assets, and investments affect the valuation of your business? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and MNP (@MNP_LLP) on February 24 for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm ET, hosted by Edwin Frondozo (@drgnmeme), to learn
- [#StartupChats - Démarrer son entreprise au Québec](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-demarrer-son-entreprise-au-quebec/) - Démarrer une entreprise au Québec comporte ses avantages : produits locaux, gens, atmosphère et hubs technologiques en pleine croissance. Mais en quoi le démarrage d’une entreprise au Québec est-il unique? Que devraient savoir les entrepreneurs sur le monde de la startup au Québec? Venez discuter avec Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) sur Twitter le 12 février, de
- [#StartupChats - #EveryEntrepreneur Has a Voice - Pre-Budget Consultations](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-everyentrepreneur-has-a-voice-pre-budget-consultations/) - The 2016 Federal Budget is being released in the Spring, and along with Finance Minister Bill Morneau, your local Members of Parliament are collecting views and guidance on the 2016 Budget during Pre-Budget Consultations across Canada. How can this budget be used to support entrepreneurs and their startups, small businesses, and high-growth companies? Why is
- [#StartupChats - Effective Market Research: Building the Business Case](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/effective-market-research-building-the-business-case/) - Market research is essential when starting, maintaining, and scaling your business. You must understand your market and what trends are permeating consumer culture. What tools are the most effective for market research? How can a startup do effective market research on a budget? What are the trends in the competitive market? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada)
- [#StartupChats - Building Channels and Strategic Accounts](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-building-channels-and-strategic-accounts/) - Startup companies are using channels and strategic accounts with other companies, non-governmental organizations and associations to grow their bottom line. What are the benefits of building and maintaining strategic accounts? What can you do today to begin building out your strategic accounts and channels? What opportunities do strategic accounts offer when dealing with buyers? Join
- [#StartupChats - Tracking Expenses](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-tracking-expenses/) - Knowing exactly how much money is entering and leaving your business is essential to its health and long-term success. Whether you hire an accountant or use a bookkeeping software, knowing where every cent is going will not only help you understand your business, but will help you mitigate risk and plan for the future. Join
- [#StartupChats - Cross-Border ECommerce](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/6419/) - E-Commerce is revolutionizing the way global markets interact. People from all over the world are shopping online at an increasing rate. How can startups take advantage of growing technology to expand internationally? What are the opportunities and risks of cross-border eCommerce? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and UPS (@UPS_SmallBizCA) on March 30 for a live #StartupChats
- [#StartupChats - Startup Finance Apps and Hacks](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-startup-finance-apps-and-hacks/) - Managing your business’s finances has never been easier thanks to growing technological advances in finance apps and software. How can you use your phone as a piggy bank? What are some startup finance hacks that can help you save money for your business? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Intuit (@QuickBooksCA) on March 25 for a
- [#StartupChats - Effective Networking](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-effective-networking/) - Knowing how to network effectively is a highly sought-after skill and can result in new business opportunities, the creation of strategic relationships, and an expanded social network if done right. What do you need to know to maximize your networking potential? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and MNP (@MNP_LLP) on March 23 for a live #StartupChats
- [#StartupChats - How to Enter the U.S. Market](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-how-to-enter-the-u-s-market/) - As a startup, entering the U.S. market can enable you to expand your business and reap the benefits of international export. After research and planning, how can you ensure your efforts will pay off? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and UPS (@UPS_SmallBizCA) for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm ET, hosted by Edwin
- [#StartupChats - Forecasting 101](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-forecasting-101/) - What is forecasting and how can it help you to take your business to the next level? Take steps now to stay ahead of the curve by creating effective financial and market projections, monitoring your expenditures, revenue, sales, competition and market trends. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Intuit (@QuickBooksCA) on February 19 for a live
- [#StartupChats - Leadership and Legacy](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-leadership-and-legacy/) - “To accomplish great things one must have a vision, plan, and belief to be successful.” - Wolfgang Blass As an entrepreneur, you are in a position of leadership over programs, products, services, and employees within your company. Whether you lead two or 200 employees, what people say and think about you is determined by your
- [#StartupChats - Optimizing Cash Flow](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-optimizing-cash-flow/) - Cash flow is king. It describes the value of your business in the marketplace and will show if your financial strategies are working. How do you optimize cash flow during slow periods? What kinds of strategies should you use to ensure you can make payroll and do more than just break even? Join Startup Canada
- [#StartupChats - Passion, Inspiration, and the Chase](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-passion-inspiration-and-the-chase/) - Why did you or why do you want to start a business? Is it because you have a passion for entrepreneurship, you want to be your own boss, you were inspired by someone or something, or all of the above? It takes passion, inspiration and the desire to chase the next thing to start and
- [#StartupChats - What to Know When Going Global](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-what-to-know-when-going-global/) - As the world becomes smaller with the help of technology and improved logistics, entrepreneurs have the opportunity to go global from the very beginning. What should you think about when going global? What skills does it take? How do you build relationships with the right people, thousands of miles away, while understanding a foreign economy
- [#StartupChats - Smart Finance 101 - What You Need to Know](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/6402/) - According to Intuit Canada, one of the main reasons for business failure is lack of financial literacy. Finance is key to business success, so how can you build a financially fit and fundable business? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Intuit (@QuickBooksCA) on January 22 for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm ET,
- [#StartupChats - Smarketing: Smart Marketing](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-smarketing-smart-marketing/) - “Smarketing is the process of integrating the sales and marketing processes of a business.” Every entrepreneur wants more customers. You can grow your customer base and revenue by 20 percent just by aligning sales and marketing. How can you connect and align your marketing and sales channels to increase revenue? What are the top tips
- [#StartupChats - Being a Lean Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-being-a-lean-startup/) - Developing a minimum viable product quickly in order to pivot, accelerate, and fail fast, is the startup way of the future and the future is now. An increasing number of entrepreneurs are taking the Lean Startup approach to better manage, organize, and fund their startups before too much time and energy has been put into
- [#StartupChats - Best Practices in Network Security](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-best-practices-in-network-security/) - There’s a growing demand for problem solving and heightened security in the ever changing digital landscape. Technology is rapidly evolving and startups need to know how to counteract threats aimed at their security networks, be it on their phones or through the cloud, targeting business information or banks of data. How much money should be
- [#StartupChats - Towards Triumph: Tips for Pushing Forward](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-towards-triumph-tips-for-pushing-forward/) - Sometimes, the difference between success and failure is pushing forward and never giving up. After all, when the going gets tough, the tough get going. That’s why during this #StartupChats, we’re talking about pushing forward and moving towards triumph. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Wolf Blass (@WolfBlassWines) on December 16 for a live #StartupChats on
- [#StartupChats - Mastering Self Belief, Courage, and Bravery](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-mastering-self-belief-courage-and-bravery/) - From new entrepreneurs joining the startup world to senior entrepreneurs who've made a difference in the Canadian business ecosystem, sometimes modesty is a shared trait along with passion and persistence. Canadian’s often feel the need to apologize for their success, and we want to change that. Join us for a special #StartupChats where we we
- [#StartupChats - How to Startup Strong](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-how-to-startup-strong/) - There's a key to start a winning business. The steps you take at the beginning, your contacts, network, prototyping, funding, mentors, and passion are your guides to creating a business that's strong from the start. By creating a strong plan and basis for success, you know your startup is growing up strong. Join Startup Canada
- [Startup Canada Regional Awards - Grand Finale](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-canada-regional-awards-grand-finale/) - Enjoy a toast at the Wolf Blass Wines Tasting Reception and join us as we celebrate the movers and shakers of Canada's entrepreneurship movement at the Startup Canada Regional Awards, a red carpet event! Agenda: 5:00pm Registration 5:30pm Reception 6:30pm Awards Ceremony WHEN Tuesday, 1 December 2015 from 5:00 PM
- [Startup Canada Regional Awards - Ontario](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-canada-regional-awards-ontario/) - Enjoy a toast at the Wolf Blass Wines Tasting Reception and join us as we celebrate the movers and shakers of the Ontario entrepreneurship movement at the Startup Canada Regional Awards, a red carpet event! Agenda: 5:00pm Registration 5:30pm Reception 6:30pm Awards Ceremony WHEN Tuesday, 17 November 2015 from
- [Startup Canada Regional Awards - Prairies](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-canada-regional-awards-prairies/) - Enjoy a toast at the Wolf Blass Wines Tasting Reception and join us as we celebrate the movers and shakers of the Prairies entrepreneurship movement at the Startup Canada Regional Awards, a red carpet event! Agenda: 5:00pm Registration 5:30pm Reception 6:30pm Awards Ceremony WHEN Monday, 9 November 2015 from
- [Startup Canada Regional Awards - West & North](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-canada-regional-awards-west-north/) - Enjoy a toast at the Wolf Blass Wines Tasting Reception and join us as we celebrate the movers and shakers of the West and North entrepreneurship movement at the Startup Canada Regional Awards, a red carpet event! Agenda: 5:00pm Registration 5:30pm Reception 6:30pm Awards Ceremony WHEN Wednesday, 4 November 2015
- [Startup Canada Regional Awards - Quebec/Prix Régionaux - Québec](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-canada-regional-awards-quebec/) - [le français suit l’anglais] Enjoy a toast at the Wolf Blass Wines Tasting Reception and join us as we celebrate the movers and shakers of the Quebec entrepreneurship movement at the Startup Canada Regional Awards, a red carpet event! Agenda: 5:00pm Registration 5:30pm Reception 6:30pm Awards Ceremony WHENWednesday, 28
- [Startup Canada Regional Awards - Atlantic](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-canada-regional-awards-atlantic/) - Enjoy a toast at the Wolf Blass Wines Tasting Reception and join us as we celebrate the movers and shakers of the East Coast entrepreneurship movement at the Startup Canada Regional Awards, a red carpet event! Agenda: 5:00pm Registration 5:30pm Reception 6:30pm Awards Ceremony WHEN Wednesday, 14 October 2015 from 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM
- [Startup Canada #EveryEntrepreneur Tour - Ontario](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-canada-everyentrepreneur-tour-ontario/) - Join hundreds of entrepreneurs and small business owners in Toronto Dec. 14 for a full day of non-stop startup action during the Ontario stop on Startup Canada’s #EveryEntrepreneur Tour! Startup Canada is travelling the country to provide on-site inspiration, mentorship, training and new opportunities to thousands of Canadian entrepreneurs as they start and grow their
- [Startup Canada #EveryEntrepreneur Tour - Capital Region](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-canada-everyentrepreneur-tour-capital-region/) - Join hundreds of entrepreneurs and small business owners in Ottawa Nov. 17 for a full day of non-stop startup action during the Capital Region stop on Startup Canada’s #EveryEntrepreneur Tour! Startup Canada is travelling the country to provide on-site inspiration, mentorship, training and new opportunities to thousands of Canadian entrepreneurs as they start and grow
- [Startup Canada #EveryEntrepreneur Tour - Prairies](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-canada-everyentrepreneur-tour-prairies/) - Join hundreds of entrepreneurs and small business owners in Calgary Nov. 9 for a full day of non-stop startup action during the West Coast stop on Startup Canada’s #EveryEntrepreneur Tour! Startup Canada is travelling the country to provide on-site inspiration, mentorship, training and new opportunities to thousands of Canadian entrepreneurs as they start and grow
- [Startup Canada #EveryEntrepreneur Tour - North](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-canada-everyentrepreneur-tour-north/) - Join hundreds of entrepreneurs and small business owners in Whitehorse Nov. 7 for a full day of non-stop startup action during the Northern stop on Startup Canada’s #EveryEntrepreneur Tour! Startup Canada is travelling the country to provide on-site inspiration, mentorship, training and new opportunities to thousands of Canadian entrepreneurs as they start and grow their
- [Startup Canada #EveryEntrepreneur Tour - West](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-canada-everyentrepreneur-tour-west/) - Join hundreds of entrepreneurs and small business owners in Vancouver Nov. 4 for a full day of non-stop startup action during the West Coast stop on Startup Canada’s #EveryEntrepreneur Tour! Startup Canada is travelling the country to provide on-site inspiration, mentorship, training and new opportunities to thousands of Canadian entrepreneurs as they start and grow
- [Startup Canada #EveryEntrepreneur Tour - Quebec/Tournée #EveryEntrepreneur de Startup Canada – Québec](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/5896/) - [le français suit l'anglais] Join hundreds of entrepreneurs and small business owners in Montreal Oct. 28 for a full day of non-stop startup action during the Quebec stop on Startup Canada’s #EveryEntrepreneur Tour! ABOUT THIS EVENT Startup Canada is travelling the country to provide on-site inspiration, mentorship, training and new opportunities to thousands of
- [Startup Canada #EveryEntrepreneur Tour - Atlantic](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-canada-everyentrepreneur-tour-atlantic/) - Join hundreds of entrepreneurs and small business owners in Halifax Oct. 14 for a full day of non-stop startup action during the East Coast stop on Startup Canada’s #EveryEntrepreneur Tour! Startup Canada is travelling the country to provide on-site inspiration, mentorship, training and new opportunities to thousands of Canadian entrepreneurs as they start and grow
- [#StartupChats - Year in Review](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-year-in-review/) - As we prepare to welcome 2016, we’ll look back on 2015 and the year that was. What were some of your greatest accomplishments as a small business owner? Greatest challenges? What tool(s) has helped you succeed the most this year? What are you hoping to continue or change in 2016? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and
- [#StartupChats - Top Business Lessons from 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-top-business-lessons-from-2015/) - The year 2015 was filled with new technology, startups, and entrepreneurs. Mistakes were made and good decisions too, leaving people learning lessons the hard way, which some argue is the only way. Find out what went wrong and what went right, and what qualifies as the top business lessons of 2015. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada)
- [#StartupChats - Optimizing Sales During the Holidays](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-optimizing-sales-during-the-holidays/) - The holidays may be a busy time for you and your business, as you try to meet deadlines before year’s end while balancing social commitments. How do you make the most of the biggest spending holiday? How do you balance your work with other commitments in and around the holidays? What tips do you have
- [#StartupChats - Angels, VCs, Crowds, and Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-angels-vcs-crowds-and-your-startup/) - Knowing how to raise funds for your startup is essential for launching your idea into a tangible product. Financial and investment jargon is something you should know, as well as what angels, VC’s, and crowds are and how they can help your startup. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Intuit (@QuickBooksCA) on Friday, November 20 th,
- [#StartupChats - Opportunities for Startups in Education](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-opportunities-for-startups-in-education/) - The education system affects the lives of every Canadian from the time they enter kindergarten to the time they leave high school or continue into post-secondary or CGEP. Over time, new technologies founded by entrepreneurs have transformed the way teachers and professors interact with their students. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Kivuto (@KivutoSolutions) on Wednesday,
- [#StartupChats - Creating an Entrepreneurial Ecosystem](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-creating-an-entrepreneurial-ecosystem/) - People often leave their home town for work in bigger metropolitan areas. Ever wish you could stay with your roots and bring the work to your hometown? Find out how to create an entrepreneurial ecosystem in your community. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Intuit QuickBooks (@QuickBooksCA) on Wednesday, November 4th, 2015 for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm
- [#StartupChats - Customer Experience Tips](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-customer-experience-tips/) - Creating a long-lasting relationship with your customer base is important. Without good customer service, you can kiss your ROI goodbye. Which companies are providing the best customer experience? How can you create a better customer experience for your consumers? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and TELUS (@TELUSBusiness) on November 13th, 2015 for a live #StartupChats on Twitter
- [#StartupChats - Choosing the Right SaaS Tools](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-choosing-the-right-saas-tools/) - Every day, new Software as a Service (SaaS) tools are built to help companies and entrepreneurs succeed. But with so many tools available, the challenge becomes choosing the right one. Which ones will have the greatest impact? How can entrepreneurs ensure a return on investment? We cover this and more in our next #StartupChats. Join
- [#StartupChats - Small Business Week](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-small-business-week/) - Small Business Week 2015 takes place from October 18-24. This is a week to celebrate and recognize the outstanding contribution Canadian SMBs make to the economy. With events all across Canada, how is your small business celebrating Canadian entrepreneurship? What is your favourite thing about being an entrepreneur? What advice do you have for someone
- [#StartupChats - Strength in Numbers](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-strength-in-numbers/) - Small business owners and entrepreneurs find themselves navigating uncertainty, doubt and countless obstacles from day one. It takes many things to start and grow a business, some of which aren’t always visible. What sacrifices have you been forced to make as an entrepreneur (sleep lost, family events missed, etc.)? Implementing a financial management system, such
- [#StartupChats - Improving Communications in a Virtual Team](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-improving-communications-in-a-virtual-team/) - Technology has made it easier to do business outside the office. But how can startups leverage this technology to have productive collaboration and communication? What are the best tools? What is the right level of communication? How can entrepreneurs with a virtual team create a strong company culture? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Versature (@Versature)
- [#StartupChats - Creating an Online Voice](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-creating-an-online-voice/) - Imagine if novels were written by multiple authors. If Judy Blume paired with George R. R. Martin to swap chapters, writing with a common theme but resulting in little flow and drastic change in prose. Your online voice should be done in a similar fashion to that of an author writing a novel with their
- [#StartupChats - #MyBusinessTips](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-mybusiness-tips/) - In this #StartupChats, we’ll be asking you to share a #MyBusinessTip on a variety of topics that are important to entrepreneurs. TELUS has been asking Canada’s business leaders to share their #MyBusinessTip through an online video series. TELUS and Startup Canada now want to hear from you! Share your own business tips and get advice
- [Startup Finance Bootcamp Brampton | September 28, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/5203/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with a Startup Finance Bootcamp. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and is hosted by Startup Peel. Startup Finance Bootcamps are intensive workshops held in-person bringing together between 50 and 150 entrepreneurs with expert facilitators and the local startup finance providers and mentors. Powered by
- [#StartupChats - Refining Your Idea](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-refining-your-idea/) - From renaming your startup 3 times before launching to sizing your competition, and convening with suppliers to testing your product, find out how to cut through the clutter and refine your idea into one that will grow to be a thriving business. After all, Rome wasn’t built in a day. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and
- [#StartupChats - Startups and the 2015 Election](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-startups-and-the-2015-election/) - The economy is a big election issue this year, and as an entrepreneur you’re a key player. You might be one of the next big breadwinners for Canada. You know what Canada needs to do better to birth more successful, competitive, high-growth businesses. You might need better education and training programs, less red tape, access
- [#StartupChats - Blogging & Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-blogging-your-startup/) - Blogging is essential for SEO. But, it seems like everyone is doing it, and often it’s in a similar fashion. Not to mention, how do you write a blog from the heart, with interesting value about your startup and idea? Learn the tricks the most successful bloggers use to not only capture and inspire readers
- [#StartupSchool - Vendor Selection & Selling to Large Retailers with Rick Nowlan](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-selling-to-large-retailers-with-rick-nowlan/) - How do you select the right vendors for your product and how do you pervade everyday markets? How do you sell to large retailers and form strategic relationships with vendors? If you’re eager to understand not only the process of selecting and selling to vendors but insider tips and tricks, join us for the first
- [#StartupLIVE - Go To Market Strategy for Startups with Peter Howell](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-go-to-market-strategy-for-startups-with-peter-howell/) - Entrepreneurs are filled with innovative ideas and unrelinquishing drive that enables them to create products that become forces upon the market. Just like creating the blueprints for your product's function and design, creating a go-to-market strategy takes time, brains, and money to develop from start to finish. How do you conquer the market with a
- [#StartupSchool - Prototyping 101 for Startups with Karl Miller](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-prototyping-101-for-startups-with-karl-miller/) - How do you go from idea to prototype? How do you save time and money during the design and production processes? During this edition of #StartupSchool, Karl Miller, a prominent technology developer and Innovation Advisor at Concierge Service, shares the processes and advantages of using rapid prototyping to test and perfect your product before mass
- [#StartupChats - Peak Season Prep](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-peak-season-prep/) - The holidays are just around the corner so what better time to discuss peak season prep! From selling ice cream in the summer to managing your online scarf store in the winter, peak seasons affect entrepreneurs and can be hectic and overwhelming even with the best planning. Peak seasons can make or break your business.
- [#StartupChats - Redefining Globalization](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-redefining-globalization/) - Today, startups can go global from day one and entrepreneurs have the opportunity, unlike at any other time in history, to leverage the global marketplace to start and grow companies from wherever they choose. The global marketplace is no longer just about imports and exports - it is about the exchange of people, resources, knowledge
- [#StartupChats - Importing and Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-importing-and-your-startup/) - Importing can mean big business. Products are often imported because an opportunity exists to connect customers with items otherwise unavailable to them. As an entrepreneur, have you ever thought about importing and what it could mean for your business? Are you confused as to where to begin? How do you make connections in the places
- [#StartupChats - Customer Success for Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-customer-success-for-your-startup/) - Technology enables businesses small and large to adopt customer relations management tools to give the most effective customer service possible. No longer must customers wait 72 hours for a reply, or have an automated message as their response. How is customer relations management changing the way businesses interact with their customers? What software is available
- [#StartupChats - How to Find New Clients](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-how-to-find-new-clients/) - This week is Small Business Week and we want to see your business grow! Clients are everything when you are starting and growing your business. It is about more than selling, it is about growing trusting relationships. How do you find clients, build trust and loyalty and grow your client base as the foundation for
- [#StartupChats - Community Management 101](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-community-management-101/) - It takes a community to raise a startup, and a mix of entrepreneurial players to grow a community. Community management has been dubbed by some as the next big thing in startup strategy. But what exactly is community management and what steps need to be taken to build fruitful community-based and mutually beneficial relationships for
- [#StartupChats - Celebrating Canadian Entrepreneurship](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-celebrating-canadian-entrepreneurship/) - Nations with a strong startup culture are ones that spread ideas, bring innovations to the world and contribute to its overall economic prosperity. How do you boost entrepreneurial spirit in a country like Canada, with a vast geography and diverse culture? Canada’s approach to celebrating entrepreneurship has to be national and localized all at once.
- [#StartupChats - Quick Tips to Increase Cash Flow](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-quick-tips-to-increase-cash-flow/) - Business isn’t always booming. Sometimes, it’s busier in different seasons than others, like back to school or Christmas. Find out different ways to increase cash flow that you might not have thought of, and get expert advice from those who have perfect the technique for increasing revenue. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Scotiabank (@Scotiabank) on
- [#StartupChats - How Banks and Investors Evaluate Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-how-banks-and-investors-evaluate-your-startup/) - It’s important to know what banks and investors look for when you’re asking for loans, lines of credit, or seed funding. Ever wonder what the secret ingredients are to financing your startup beyond sales? Get a first-person understanding of what banks and investors are looking for when they evaluate your startup so that you can
- [#StartupChats - Creating a Digital Footprint](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-creating-a-digital-footprint/) - Have you ever Google’d yourself? Have you ever wondered how big or small your footprint is in the digital world? If you’re starting a business or have a business already, increasing your digital footprint to gain more recognizability and ultimately, a greater ROI for your time online, is important for your bottom line. Learn the
- [#StartupChats - Borrowing Tips to Fund Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-borrowing-tips-to-fund-your-startup/) - So, you have decided to take action on that itch and start-up your business. Where can you find funding, and more importantly the right funding for your business? Borrowing - or debt financing - is one of the most common places where startups get their early-stage financing. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Scotiabank (@Scotiabank) on
- [#StartupChats - Women in Enterprise](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-women-in-enterprise/) - Women play a critical role in business and entrepreneurship. Women build, create, invest, champion, lead and govern. However, the absence of women at the Executive and Board levels of leadership requires action. What is the state of entrepreneurship amongst women in Canada? What are some of the trends, challenges and opportunities and what needs to
- [#StartupChats - Business Planning Tips for Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-business-planning-tips-for-your-startup/) - Business plans have gotten a lot of heat lately - do you need one or don’t you? Certainly, no one can argue that you need to plan for your business and that if you are seeking financing or investment from banks and most investors, they will look to see that you have a plan to
- [#StartupChats - Building Your Brand Online](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-building-your-brand-online/) - What is a brand and how do you translate your brand digitally? Whether it’s a logo, tagline, colour, sound, symbol, emotion, or all of the above, a brand is that recognizable trademark of a business (or person!). How do you develop an authentic brand that truly represents your company and the story that you want
- [Startup Finance Bootcamp Toronto |September 14, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-bootcamp-toronto-september-14-2015/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with a Startup Finance Bootcamp. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and is hosted by Startup Toronto. Startup Finance Bootcamps are intensive workshops held in-person bringing together between 50 and 150 entrepreneurs with expert facilitators and the local startup finance providers and mentors. Register
- [Startup Finance Bootcamp Ottawa |September 15, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-bootcamp-ottawa-september-15-2015/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with a Startup Finance Bootcamp. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and is hosted by Startup Ottawa. Startup Finance Bootcamps are intensive workshops held in-person bringing together between 50 and 150 entrepreneurs with expert facilitators and the local startup finance providers and mentors. Powered
- [Startup Finance Meetup Belleville | August 5, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-meetup-belleville-august-5-2015/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with a Startup Finance Meetup. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and in partnership with the Small Business Centre. Startup Finance Bootcamps are intensive workshops held in-person bringing together between 50 and 150 entrepreneurs with expert facilitators and the local startup finance providers and mentors.
- [#StartupChats - Social Responsibility & Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-social-responsibility-your-startup/) - An entrepreneur that engages in social responsibility stands out, as they understand the importance of the 3 P’s: people, profit, and planet. Their startup will benefit from a wider range of customers, investors, and will gain that competitive edge necessary for success. How does a startup incorporate social responsibility into its mandate? Are there any
- [#StartupChats - How to Pay Yourself from Your Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-how-to-pay-yourself-from-your-business/) - Congratulations! It’s time to start paying yourself for all the hard work you’ve accomplished for your startup. But wait… how do you pay yourself? What are different ways you can be paid from your company? What can you use to calculate payroll? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Intuit Canada (@QuickBooksCA) for #StartupChats on Friday, August 21st,
- [#StartupChats - Marketing Tips for Digital Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-marketing-tips-for-digital-startups/) - Marketing has been around for a long time. On the other hand, digital marketing is relatively new, and is changing and growing exponentially. What are the strategies and tactics a startup must not only know and understand, but use and master to be a forward leader in digital marketing? How are you getting noticed, and
- [#StartupChats - Tips for Avoiding Startup Mistakes](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-tips-for-avoiding-startup-mistakes/) - “We have two ears and one mouth. To be a great leader, we have to be a great listener.” -Richard Branson More than ever, entrepreneurs have the ability to seek advice and mentorship from successful startups. After all, success doesn’t happen over night, and often times, it's after failing that we succeed. Instead of repeating history,
- [#StartupChats - The Importance of Unplugging](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-the-importance-of-unplugging/) - Unplugging is good for the body, mind, and soul. It’s also good for your business. Are you bordering on technology obsession or are you a full-blown addict? Does your company relentlessly send emails and texts, even on vacation? What are the benefits of unplugging? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Intuit Canada (@QuickBooksCA) for #StartupChats on Wednesday,
- [#StartupChats - FinTech Solutions for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-fintech-solutions-for-startups/) - Financial technology, also known as FinTech, is a line of business based on using software to provide financial services. (Wikipedia) What are key areas of FinTech and how can they help your startup? How does FinTech create cost effective solutions to aid your startup? How is Canada enabling FinTech startups to produce a more efficient startup ecosystem?
- [#StartupChats - Tapping into Emerging Markets](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-tapping-into-emerging-markets/) - Emerging Markets: Countries that have some characteristics of a developed market, but do not meet standards to be a developed market. (Wikipedia) The four largest emerging and developing economies are the BRIC countries (Brazil, Russia, India and China). The next five largest markets are South Korea, Mexico, Indonesia, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia. Tapping into emerging markets requires skill
- [#StartupChats - Pitching Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-pitching-your-startup/) - The recipe for a perfect pitch contains specific ingredients. You must be captivating, sharp, knowledgeable, and exclusive. Although you may know your startup inside and out, being the best candidate for reiterating the importance of your product or idea, the perfect pitch is still hard to master. What are the best techniques attributed to successful
- [#StartupChats - Brand Positioning & Market Share](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-brand-positioning-market-share/) - Your brand is the single most important investment you can make in your business. - Steve Forbes Your brand is not just your logo, your logo is just one piece of the bigger picture you are trying to paint. Your brand connects your products/services with the WHY - the promise, the big idea - and
- [#StartupChats - PR Tips For Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-pr-tips-for-your-startup/) - If I was down to my last dollar, I’d spend it on public relations. – Bill Gates Public relations (PR) is the practice of relaying information from an organization or individual to the public. From writing communications campaigns, social media content, news releases, marketing and advertising activities, speeches, media interviews, and more, a public relations
- [#StartupChats - Tips for Working Remotely](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-tips-for-working-remotely/) - Ever wonder if working remotely is actually more efficient for certain businesses? Have you ever thought of adopting this non-traditional working style for your business or career? How do you connect with your team while working remotely? How do you hire the best remote workers? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and Intuit Canada (@QuickBooksCA) for #StartupChats on Wednesday,
- [#StartupChats - Cybersecurity](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-cybersecurity/) - Investing in cybersecurity has never been more important for a business. From your employee records, banking information, to your social media accounts and data, everything is online and, without the proper security, available for a hacker to compromise. Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) on Wednesday, July 8th, 2015 EDT for a live #StartupChats on Twitter from 12pm – 1pm ET,
- [#StartupChats - Maintaining A Startup Culture As You Grow](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-maintaining-a-startup-culture-as-you-grow/) - Like every person, a startup has a story. It’s encased in a shell made up of hours of hard work, determination, and drive, and lives and breaths with the hearts and souls of its creators. To grow this unique entity, but maintain its startup culture, can be quite the feat. How do you determine the
- [#StartupChats - Balancing Finances & Cash Flow for Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-balancing-finances-cash-flow-for-entrepreneurs/) - When it comes to running a successful business, you need a good understanding of your finances to help grow, scale and build a healthy company. How can you get a good snapshot of your current business finances? How can you improve your Cash Flow? What are some tips to help balance your business finances? Join
- [StartupLIVE - The Canadian Social Entrepreneurship Ecosystem with Tonya Surman](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-the-canadian-social-entrepreneurship-ecosystem/) - As part of the 2015 StartupLIVE Learning Series, Startup Canada is pleased to feature Social Entrepreneur Tonya Surman, founding Executive Director and CEO of Centre for Social Innovation, on Thursday, November 26 from 2pm - 3pm EST. Powered by Eventbrite Tonya has been creating and leading social ventures in Canada since 1987. She was the founding
- [Startup Finance Bootcamp Saskatoon | June 24, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-bootcamp-saskatoon-june-24-2015/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with a Startup Finance Bootcamp. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and is hosted by Startup Saskatoon. Startup Finance Bootcamps are intensive workshops held in-person bringing together between 50 and 150 entrepreneurs with expert facilitators and the local startup finance providers and mentors. Powered
- [Startup Finance Meetup Huron County | June 28, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-meetup-huron-county-june-29-2015/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with a Startup Finance Meetup. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and is hosted by Huron Small Business Enterprise Centre (SBEC). Startup Finance Bootcamps are intensive workshops held in-person bringing together between 50 and 150 entrepreneurs with expert facilitators and the local startup finance
- [#StartupLIVE Hangout - How Government Supports Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-hangout-how-government-supports-entrepreneurs/) - Ask not what you can do for your government, but what your government can do for you! Our government has started to ramp up support for small businesses and entrepreneurs. Slowly but surely Canada is becoming a world-renowned startup-friendly ecosystem; Ottawa has even been called the "Silicon Valley of the North". With government standing behind
- [StartupLIVE - Telling Your Story with Mark Evans](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/learning-series-telling-your-story/) - As part of the 2015 Startup Canada Webinar Learning Series, Startup Canada is pleased to feature community builder and startup marketing expert Mark Evans, Principal ME Consulting on Tuesday, September 1 from 2pm - 3pm EDT. Mr. Evans is a former technology reporter with the Globe and Mail and the Financial Post. Mr. Evans has
- [#StartupChats - Building A Great Company Culture](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-building-a-great-company-culture/) - Organizational culture is the behaviour of humans within an organization and the meaning that people attach to those behaviours. (wikipedia) Or "the way things are done around here". ~ Deal and Kennedy What does corporate culture mean to you? Can you control your company's culture, or is it a living thing, constantly changing as people
- [#StartupChats - Exporting Logistics](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-exporting-logistics/) - So you think you're ready to export, now what? Your business is growing, you've tested some international markets and they seem interested in your product, but you've yet to jump in with both feet. You've researched the market, partnered with locals to help manage cultural differences, researched shipping requirements to the area, but want to
- [#StartupChats - Planning For Slow Periods](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-planning-for-slow-periods/) - Has your startup recently gone through rapid growth but is finally slowing down? Is your product seasonal, resulting in an inherent "feast or famine" environment? If so, greater planning is required to deal with these "down turns". How can you effectively manage these "slow periods" without falling into the red? What are some tools for
- [#StartupChats - Startup Sales 101](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-startup-sales-101/) - "Selling to people who actually want to hear from you is more effective than interrupting strangers who don't." ~ Seth Godin You can't have a business without sales, which is why your first investor should be a customer! Nowadays people seem to think "livin' the dream" entails thinking up a great idea, pitching it to investors,
- [#StartupChats - Big Data & Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-big-data-your-startup/) - Big data - is a broad term for data sets so large or complex that traditional data processing applications are inadequate. Challenges include analysis, capture, (data curation, search, sharing, storage, transfer, visualization, and information privacy. (wikipedia) KPIs, financial data, lead generation, conversation rates - most decisions you will make will be determined by numbers. Big data
- [#StartupChats - Crowdfunding & your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-crowdfunding-your-startup/) - Crowdfunding can be a great resource for funding a startup, but it is a challenge to stand out from the competition. What funding model is right for your business? How do you communicate effectively? What rewards or incentives should you offer? How do you get the word out about your crowdfunding page? Tune in as a panel
- [#StartupChats - Hiring Tips for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-hiring-tips-for-startups/) - "You are only as good as the people you hire" ~ Ray Kroc. When first starting out, culture & vision are beginning to take shape and the initial hiring process, whether it be contract workers, part timers, will can have a huge impact on both. Finances are tight, and ensuring you can attract the right
- [#StartupChats - Taking Control of Your Business Costs](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-taking-control-of-your-business-costs/) - Always remember - a dollar saved from costs goes directly towards the bottom line. Using your dollar wisely can go a long way, especially for a startup, and the first step is planning ahead! You want to be proactive, not reactive, because it forces you to act under pressure, potentially paying more for something than you
- [#StartupChats - Staying Connected While Mobile](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-staying-connected-while-on-the-go/) - An opportunity missed is an opportunity lost. Nowadays everything is done remotely. People are constantly on the move, and they need to be able to check in on the status of operations, connect with customers, collaborate with colleagues, all from the palm of their hand. The global market provides an opportunity to grow expansively, if
- [Startup Finance Bootcamp Ajax | July 17, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-bootcamp-ajax-july-17-2015/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with a Startup Finance Bootcamp. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and is hosted by the Town of Ajax. Startup Finance Bootcamps are intensive workshops held in-person bringing together between 50 and 150 entrepreneurs with expert facilitators and the local startup finance providers and
- [StartupLIVE - Equity Finance and Startup Communities with Boris Wertz](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/learning-series-equity-finance-and-startup-communities-a-vision-for-canadian-entrepreneurship/) - As part of the 2015 Startup Canada Webinar Learning Series, Startup Canada is pleased to feature prominent investor Boris Wertz, Founder and General Partner at Version One Ventures on Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at 4:00pm EDT. Mr. Wertz is an entrepreneur turned investor. He co-founded AbeBooks which sold to Amazon, is an early-stage investor through
- [#StartupChats - Growing Your Startup from the Ground Up](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-growing-your-startup-from-the-ground-up/) - So you’re an Entrepreneur. Now what? How do you grow your business, and grow it exponentially? “Growing Your Startup From the Ground Up” will help shed light on some simple and efficient ways to maintain your existing business model, while keeping your eyes on the road ahead and continuing to grow your business day by
- [#StartupChats - How to Use the Cloud to Collaborate](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-how-to-use-the-cloud-to-collaborate/) - Cloud collaboration is a newly emerging way of sharing and co-authoring files through cloud computing, whereby documents are uploaded to a central "cloud" for storage,and can then be accessed by others. New cloud collaboration technologies have allowed users to upload, comment and collaborate on documents, and even amend the document itself, evolving the document within the
- [#StartupChats - Starting to Export](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-starting-to-export/) - Export is one of the hot industries of the new millennium. But it's not new. Think Marco Polo. And as the world becomes more and more technologically advanced, as we shift in subtle and not so subtle ways toward one-world modes of thought, international trade becomes more and more rewarding, both in terms of profit
- [Learning Series - Ruminations on Startup Communities](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/4167/) - As part of the 2015 Startup Canada Webinar Learning Series, Startup Canada is pleased to feature Brad Feld, Managing Director at Foundry Group, on Tuesday, July 7 from 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT. Brad has been an early stage investor and entrepreneur since 1987. Prior to co-founding Foundry Group, he co-founded Mobius Venture Capital and, prior
- [#StartupChats - Expanding on the Cloud - Opportunities for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-expanding-on-the-cloud-opportunities-for-startups/) - Cloud computing is creating new opportunities for enterprises across the Canadian innovation economy. Cloud solutions are today affordable, mainstream, and accessible to enterprises large and small. The potential economic benefits of wider cloud adoption extend into every facet of the economy, and it is critical that enterprises, users and policy-makers come to grips with those.
- [#StartupLIVE Hangout - Online Startup Finance Bootcamp](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startuplive-hangout-online-startup-finance-bootcamp/) - Sharpen your financial skills with a Startup Finance Bootcamp. Startup Finance Bootcamps are intensive workshops bringing together entrepreneurs with expert facilitators and startup finance providers and mentors. Watch this 60-minute accelerated Startup Finance Bootcamp powered by Intuit Canada and hosted by Startup Canada's CEO, Victoria Lennox! You'll hear from trusted advisors and access the tools you need to
- [#StartupChats - Building & Growing A Winning Team](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-building-growing-a-winning-team/) - Managing a growing startup isn’t easy; resources are limited and so is time. Entrepreneurs needs to focus on building a team that’s in it for the long haul, and is on board with the mission/vision of their startup. Be picky. How can you recruit the right talent and keep them happy?! Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and CIRA (@dotCAvoice) on Wednesday, May 13th,
- [#StartupChats - What Happens When You File an Insurance Claim?](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-what-happens-when-you-file-an-insurance-claim/) - You've experienced a loss. Now what? If you’ve never had to submit an insurance claim for your business before, you might be wondering exactly how it all works. We’d like to help you get a better understanding by taking you through the process step by step, including tips for each stage of the process. Join Startup
- [#StartupChats - Lean Startup for Beginners](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-lean-startup-for-beginners/) - The Lean Startup movement, Reis’ philosophy and methodology, has become popularized across the global startup community. ‘Lean Startup’ provides entrepreneurs with a framework and key concepts to create product, service and business model efficiencies and improvements, to help you to get to market faster, and increase your product and service quality to meet customer demands
- [#StartupChats - Choosing The Right Domain for your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-choosing-the-right-domain-for-your-startup/) - Choosing the right domain may seem like common sense, "Hey, I'll just use my business name!", but it's not as simple as that. What if your business name doesn't tell your customers anything about your business? What if your name is taken?! It's absolutely essential that you have a good domain name so that customers
- [Startup Finance Bootcamp Halifax | September 28, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-bootcamp-halifax-september-28-2015/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with a Startup Finance Bootcamp. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and is hosted by Startup Halifax. Startup Finance Bootcamps are intensive workshops held in-person bringing together between 50 and 150 entrepreneurs with expert facilitators and the local startup finance providers and mentors. Sell
- [Startup Finance Meetup Halifax | June 3, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-meetup-halifax-june-3-2015/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with a Startup Finance Meetup. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and is hosted by Startup Halifax. Startup Finance Bootcamps are intensive workshops held in-person bringing together between 50 and 150 entrepreneurs with expert facilitators and the local startup finance providers and mentors. Online
- [Startup Finance Bootcamp Halifax | May 7, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-bootcamp-halifax-may-7-2015/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with a Startup Finance Bootcamp. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and is hosted by Startup Halifax. Startup Finance Bootcamps are intensive workshops held in-person bringing together between 50 and 150 entrepreneurs with expert facilitators and the local startup finance providers and mentors. Online
- [Startup Finance Meetup Whitehorse | May 1, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-meetup-whitehorse-may-1-2015/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with a Startup Finance Bootcamp. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada. Online Ticketing for Startup Finance Meetup - Whitehorse powered by Eventbrite Join us for a Startup Finance Meetup to build a financially fit and fundable startup. Bring your questions, ideas and challenges and
- [Startup Finance Quickbooks Clinic Edmonton | July 15, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-quickbooks-clinic-edmonton-july-15-2015/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with aStartup Finance Quickbooks Crash-course. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and is hosted by Startup Edmonton. Sell Tickets Online through Eventbrite Quickbooks Crash-course are free and facilitated by a QuickBooks Small Business Advisor to give you the technology and training to quickly get your
- [Startup Finance Bootcamp Waterloo | May 21, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-bootcamp-waterloo-may-21-2015/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with a Startup Finance Bootcamp. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and is hosted by Startup Waterloo Region. Startup Finance Bootcamps are intensive workshops held in-person bringing together between 50 and 150 entrepreneurs with expert facilitators and the local startup finance providers and mentors.
- [Startup Finance Bootcamp St. John's | May 19, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-bootcamp-stjohns-may-19-2015/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with a Startup Finance Bootcamp. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and is hosted by Startup St. John's. Startup Finance Bootcamps are intensive workshops held in-person bringing together between 50 and 150 entrepreneurs with expert facilitators and the local startup finance providers and mentors.
- [Startup Finance Bootcamp Edmonton | June 18, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-bootcamp-edmonton-june-18-2015-2/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with a Startup Finance Bootcamp. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and is hosted by Startup Edmonton. Startup Finance Bootcamps are intensive workshops held in-person bringing together between 50 and 150 entrepreneurs with expert facilitators and the local startup finance providers and mentors. Online
- [Startup Finance Bootcamp Charlottetown | May 22, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-bootcamp-charlottetown-may-22-2015/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with a Startup Finance Bootcamp. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and is hosted by Startup Charlottetown. Startup Finance Bootcamps are intensive workshops held in-person bringing together between 50 and 150 entrepreneurs with expert facilitators and the local startup finance providers and mentors. Event
- [#StartupChats - Turning Challenges Into Opportunities](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-turning-challenges-into-opportunities/) - "In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity." ~ Albert Einstein Small businesses can always use help in overcoming challenges and achieving their goals. Successful entrepreneurs thrive when challenged, and instead see opportunities to grow their business. It all comes down to having the right mindset. If you can see opportunities where others see only rejection or another challenge,
- [Startup Finance Bootcamp Brampton | August 12, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-bootcamp-brampton-august-12-2015/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with a Startup Finance Bootcamp. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and is hosted by Startup Peel. Startup Finance Bootcamps are intensive workshops held in-person bringing together between 50 and 150 entrepreneurs with expert facilitators and the local startup finance providers and mentors. Online
- [Startup Finance Quickbooks Clinic Brampton | July 15, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-quickbooks-clinic-brampton-july-15-2015/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with aStartup Finance Quickbooks Crash-course. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and is hosted by Startup Peel. Online event registration for Startup Finance Quickbooks Clinic - Brampton powered by Eventbrite Quickbooks Crash-course are free and facilitated by a QuickBooks Small Business Advisor to give you the
- [Startup Finance Clinic Brampton | June 16, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-clinic-brampton-june-16-2015/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with a Startup Finance Bootcamp. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and is hosted by Startup Peel. Online event registration for Startup Finance Meetup - Brampton powered by Eventbrite Quickbooks Crashcourse are free and facilitated by a QuickBooks Small Business Advisor to give you
- [Startup Finance Bootcamp Brampton | May 12, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-bootcamp-brampton-may-12-2015/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with a Startup Finance Bootcamp. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and is hosted by Startup Peel. Startup Finance Bootcamps are intensive workshops held in-person bringing together between 50 and 150 entrepreneurs with expert facilitators and the local startup finance providers and mentors. Online
- [Startup Finance Meetup Brampton | April 29, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-meetup-brampton-april-29-2015/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with a Startup Finance Bootcamp. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and is hosted by Startup Peel. Online Ticketing for Startup Finance Meetup - Brampton powered by Eventbrite Join us for a Startup Finance Meetup to build a financially fit and fundable startup. Bring
- [Learning Series - Startup Communities & Innovation Ecosystems](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/learning-series-startup-communities-innovation-ecosystems/) - As part of the 2015 Startup Canada Webinar Learning Series, Startup Canada is pleased to feature Iain Klugman, CEO of Communitech on Thursday, June 4 from 2pm - 3pm EDT. A leader in Canadian business and innovation, Mr. Klugman will offer his insights on community building, the success of the Waterloo ecosystem, and the rise
- [Learning Series - Startup Ecosystems & Big Data](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/learning-series-startup-ecosystems-big-data/) - As part of the 2015 Startup Canada Webinar Learning Series, Startup Canada is pleased to feature notable entrepreneur and data expert Bjoern Herrmann, Founder & CEO of Compass on Thursday, May 14 from 5pm - 6pm EDT. Mr. Herrmann founded and led five for and not for profit ventures around the world including in Germany,
- [Learning Series - Leveraging Media to Build Community](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/learning-series-leveraging-media-to-build-community/) - As part of the 2015 Startup Canada Webinar Learning Series, Startup Canada is pleased to feature Rick Spence, National Entrepreneurship Columnist at the National Post on Thursday, May 7 from 2pm - 3pm EDT. Mr. Spence will share his perspective on entrepreneurship culture both domestically and abroad as well as share his insights into captivating
- [Learning Series - Startup Community Leadership and Diplomacy](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/learning-series-startup-community-leadership-and-diplomacy/) - As part of the 2015 Startup Canada Webinar Learning Series, Startup Canada is pleased to feature Ken Bautista, Director of Entrepreneurship, Edmonton Economic Development Corporation and CEO/Co-Founder of Startup Edmonton on Friday, April 24 at 2pm EDT. Ken Bautista started his first venture, an education-based interactive studio, while completing an education degree at the University
- [Building a Startup Community - Information Session December 3, 2015 @ 2pm ET](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/building-a-startup-community-information-session-december-2015/) - Startup Canada Communities gives entrepreneurs and community builders the resources they need to build welcoming and supportive entrepreneurial communities across Canada, and it brings them together into a national network of hyperconnected and vibrant grassroots startup communities where entrepreneurs can start and scale their ventures. Join our online Information Session on December 3, 2015 at
- [Building a Startup Community - Information Session November 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/building-a-startup-community-information-session-november-2015/) - Startup Canada Communities gives entrepreneurs and community builders the resources they need to build welcoming and supportive entrepreneurial communities across Canada, and it brings them together into a national network of hyperconnected and vibrant grassroots startup communities where entrepreneurs can start and scale their ventures. Join our online Information Session to learn about the Official
- [Building a Startup Community - Information Session October 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/building-a-startup-community-information-session-october-2015/) - Startup Canada Communities gives entrepreneurs and community builders the resources they need to build welcoming and supportive entrepreneurial communities across Canada, and it brings them together into a national network of hyperconnected and vibrant grassroots startup communities where entrepreneurs can start and scale their ventures. Join our online Information Session to learn about the Official
- [Building a Startup Community - Information Session September 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/building-a-startup-community-information-session-september-2015/) - Startup Canada Communities gives entrepreneurs and community builders the resources they need to build welcoming and supportive entrepreneurial communities across Canada, and it brings them together into a national network of hyperconnected and vibrant grassroots startup communities where entrepreneurs can start and scale their ventures. Join our online Information Session to learn about the Official
- [Building a Startup Community - Information Session August 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/building-a-startup-community-information-session-august-2015/) - Startup Canada Communities gives entrepreneurs and community builders the resources they need to build welcoming and supportive entrepreneurial communities across Canada, and it brings them together into a national network of hyperconnected and vibrant grassroots startup communities where entrepreneurs can start and scale their ventures. Join our online Information Session to learn about the Official
- [Building a Startup Community - Information Session July 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/building-a-startup-community-information-session-july-2015/) - Startup Canada Communities gives entrepreneurs and community builders the resources they need to build welcoming and supportive entrepreneurial communities across Canada, and it brings them together into a national network of hyperconnected and vibrant grassroots startup communities where entrepreneurs can start and scale their ventures. Join our online Information Session to learn about the Official
- [Building a Startup Community - Information Session June 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/building-a-startup-community-information-session-june-2015/) - Join us June 3 at 2:00pm EDT for an Information Session on Community Building.. Startup Canada Communities gives entrepreneurs and community builders the resources they need to build welcoming and supportive entrepreneurial communities across Canada, and it brings them together into a national network of hyperconnected and vibrant grassroots startup communities where entrepreneurs can start
- [Building a Startup Community - Information Session May 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/building-a-startup-community-information-session-may-2015/) - Startup Canada Communities gives entrepreneurs and community builders the resources they need to build welcoming and supportive entrepreneurial communities across Canada, and it brings them together into a national network of hyperconnected and vibrant grassroots startup communities where entrepreneurs can start and scale their ventures. Join our online Information Session to learn about the Official
- [Startup Finance Bootcamp Sault Ste Marie | June 17, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-bootcamp-saultstemarie-june-17-2015/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with a Startup Finance Bootcamp. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and is hosted by Startup Sault Ste. Marie. Startup Finance Bootcamps are intensive workshops held in-person bringing together between 50 and 150 entrepreneurs with expert facilitators and the local startup finance providers and
- [#StartupChats - Storytelling for Startups!](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-storytelling-for-startups/) - "Tell me a fact and I’ll learn. Tell me a truth and I’ll believe. But tell me a story and it will live in my heart forever" ~ Proverb Storytelling isn't just for books these days, your startup could use a little "Once upon a time..." too! The ancient art of storytelling might just be one of
- [#StartupChats - Online Tools for your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-online-tools-for-your-startup/) - Ever heard of "there's an app for that"? Well, today we're discussing "there's a tool for that"! Startup founders need to be able to manage many different aspects of their business effectively, especially when they are just starting out and don't have a lot of time to devote to finances, marketing activities, and market surveys etc.
- [Startup Finance Quickbooks Clinic Nanaimo | July 20, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-quickbooks-clinic-york-region-july-20-2015/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with aStartup Finance Quickbooks Crash-course. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and is hosted by Startup Nanaimo. Sell Tickets Online through Eventbrite Quickbooks Crash-course are free and facilitated by a QuickBooks Small Business Advisor to give you the technology and training to quickly get your
- [Startup Finance Bootcamp Ottawa |August 13, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-bootcamp-ottawa-august-13-2015/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with a Startup Finance Bootcamp. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and is hosted by Startup Ottawa. Startup Finance Bootcamps are intensive workshops held in-person bringing together between 50 and 150 entrepreneurs with expert facilitators and the local startup finance providers and mentors. Event
- [Startup Finance Bootcamp Ottawa | May 28, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-bootcamp-ottawa-may-28-2015/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with a Startup Finance Bootcamp. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and is hosted by Startup Ottawa. Startup Finance Bootcamps are intensive workshops held in-person bringing together between 50 and 150 entrepreneurs with expert facilitators and the local startup finance providers and mentors. Event
- [Startup Finance Bootcamp Ottawa | April 22, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-bootcamp-ottawa-april-22-2015/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with a Startup Finance Bootcamp. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and is hosted by Startup Ottawa. Startup Finance Bootcamps are intensive workshops held in-person bringing together between 50 and 150 entrepreneurs with expert facilitators and the local startup finance providers and mentors. Online
- [Startup Finance Quickbooks Clinic York Region | August 27, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-quickbooks-clinic-york-region-aug-27-2015/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with aStartup Finance Quickbooks Crash-course. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and is hosted by Startup York Region. Event registration for Startup Finance Quickbooks Clinic - York Region powered by Eventbrite Quickbooks Crash-course are free and facilitated by a QuickBooks Small Business Advisor to give
- [Startup Finance Quickbooks Clinic York Region | June 25, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-quickbooks-clinic-york-region-june-25-2015/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with aStartup Finance Quickbooks Crash-course. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and is hosted by Startup York Region. Event registration for Startup Finance Quickbooks Clinic - York Region powered by Eventbrite Quickbooks Crash-course are free and facilitated by a QuickBooks Small Business Advisor to give
- [Startup Finance Bootcamp York Region | May 22, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-bootcamp-york-region-may-22-2015/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with a Startup Finance Bootcamp. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and is hosted by Startup York Region. Startup Finance Bootcamps are intensive workshops held in-person bringing together between 50 and 150 entrepreneurs with expert facilitators and the local startup finance providers and mentors.
- [Startup Finance Bootcamp Toronto | August 19, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-bootcamp-toronto-august-19-2015/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with a Startup Finance Bootcamp. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and is hosted by Startup Toronto. Startup Finance Bootcamps are intensive workshops held in-person bringing together between 50 and 150 entrepreneurs with expert facilitators and the local startup finance providers and mentors. Event
- [Startup Finance Bootcamp Toronto | June 24, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-bootcamp-toronto-may-27-2015-2/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with a Startup Finance Bootcamp. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and is hosted by Startup Toronto. Startup Finance Bootcamps are intensive workshops held in-person bringing together between 50 and 150 entrepreneurs with expert facilitators and the local startup finance providers and mentors. Sell
- [Startup Finance Bootcamp Toronto | May 27, 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-finance-bootcamp-toronto-may-27-2015/) - Sharpen your financial management skills with a Startup Finance Bootcamp. The Startup Finance Program is presented by Startup Canada and Intuit Canada and is hosted by Startup Toronto. Startup Finance Bootcamps are intensive workshops held in-person bringing together between 50 and 150 entrepreneurs with expert facilitators and the local startup finance providers and mentors. Event
- [Google Hangout - Leveraging Your Startup Community](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/google-hangout-leveraging-your-startup-community/) - We recently hosted a #StartupChats on leveraging your community and it seemed like the conversation was just getting started, lots of great tips and advice flowing! For this reason we've decided to continue the conversation during this month's Google Hangout. Being able to leverage the support your community can offer, be it through investors, lead
- [#StartupChats - Logistics for Going Global](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-logistics-of-going-global/) - For many businesses, the decision to "go global" can be won or lost at the beginning of the journey. One misstep in your planning or logistics can throw a wrench in the forward momentum your startup may have had until that point. Having the right third party logistics provider can help your business overcome cultural
- [#StartupChats - Digital Adoption for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-digital-adoption-for-startups/) - The future is NOW, and the Digital Age is upon us. Technology grows exponentially, and has changed how we do business by creating a global economy, allowing businesses to touch people in every corner of the world with a single click. Because of this, digital adoption is necessary to grow your business ~ it allows
- [#StartupChats - Choosing the Right Online Marketing Channel](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-choosing-the-right-online-marketing-channel/) - "Stop trying to sell with marketing... instead, use marketing to help customers buy." ~ AcquireB2B.com For many startups in Canada today, it's not only desirable to market online, it's imperative. As we move toward a global economy (you know, the whole "world is your oyster" view), businesses need to put a lot more consideration into
- [#StartupChats - Spring Cleaning Your Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-spring-cleaning-your-business/) - Now that spring is upon us (finally!), why not take an in-depth look at every aspect of your business to make sure you're protecting your property, minimizing your liability: a spring cleaning of your business! Good housekeeping practices can help ensure you're adequately protected, which will help leave your customers with a good impression of
- [#StartupChats - How to be A Successful Seniorpreneur](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-how-to-be-a-successful-seniorpreneur/) - Seniorpreneurship can take many forms, whether it's a lifestyle business, allowing the senior to remain active in retirement, or a high growth venture they finally have time to pursue, and it's a growing segment of the startup sector. Older entrepreneurs face unique challenges, funding opportunities tend to be geared towards the young, the stress and
- [#StartupChats - Honing Your Leadership Skills](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-honing-your-leadership-skills/) - “If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” ~ John Quincy Adams Being a good leader can benefit your startup: you can inspire those who work for you, improving employee performance, and those around you. Today everyone talks about storytelling ie why you do
- [#StartupChats - Hiring and Finding Jobs in the ICT Sector](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-hiring-and-finding-jobs-in-the-ict-sector/) - Information and Communications Technology (ICT) - a “diverse set of technological tools and resources used to communicate, and to create, disseminate, store, and manage information.” AKA "any communication device or application, as well as the services and applications associated with them." We are living in the Digital Age and, because of this, there is a greater
- [#StartupChats - How Mentorship Can Help Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-how-mentorship-can-help-your-startup/) - Finding the right mentor(s) for your startup is like dating. Building a relationship takes time, and you don't want to waste your time on the wrong person. How do you know who is the right person to help your company grow? What can you gain from having a mentor? Join Startup Canada (@Startup_Canada) and TELUS (@TELUSBusiness) on Wednesday, March
- [Webinar - Why Canada?](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/webinar-canada/) - The LatAm Startups Conference is being held Toronto, CANADA this year. Thought leaders from across the regions will be speaking, including the heads of Startup Brasil, Startup Mexico, Startup Peru, and Startup Canada. As noted by Miryam Lazarte, CEO of the LatAm Startups Conference, "We live in an age of exponentially increasing innovation. This creates opportunities for Canada
- [#StartupChats - Logistics for E-Commerce Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-logistics-e-commerce-startups/) - Taking your supply chain online: now that you have put in place a robust supply chain, how does it fit into your e-commerce offering? What e-commerce platforms are out there and how can I decide which one will work best for me? Ensuring you are effectively "getting your product to market" can have a huge
- [#StartupChats - How to Leverage Your Startup Community](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-leverage-startup-community/) - "Every successful individual knows that his or her achievement depends on a community of persons working together." Paul Ryan Being able to leverage the support your community can offer, be it through investors, lead generation, and/or synergy development, should be a top priority for any entrepreneur. Having champions who will support you, mentors who will
- [#StartupChats - Finding Capital to Fuel Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-finding-capital-fuel-startup/) - When it comes to running a successful business, you need some form of capital to build, grow or scale your company. Where do entrepreneurs go to find capital? What planning needs to be done before exploring my options? What are some of the risks behind borrowing? What steps do I need to take to borrow
- [#StartupChats - Building a Safe Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-building-safe-startup/) - Safety first! From potential hazards around your office space, to protecting your office from external hazards, an entrepreneur should always keep safety in mind. While it may not be the most "romantic" topic, waiting until something goes wrong is not smart. Be proactive from day 1 about protecting your space (i.e. from robbery), your employees
- [#StartupChats - State of the Internet in Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-state-internet-canada/) - What is the State of the Internet in Canada? As of 2013, Canada was one of the most ‘wired’ countries in the world. With nearly 87 per cent of Canadian households connected to the Internet, Canada ranked 16th globally in terms of Internet penetration in 2013. This was up from 80 per cent in 2010. Among its
- [Google Hangout - Finding the Right Startup Hub or Space](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/google-hangout-finding-right-startup-hub-space/) - Join Startup Canada, QuickBooks and a panel of entrepreneurs and experts from across Canada for a national Google Hangout covering the basics of what you need to know about choosing a space for your startup. From accelerators, incubators, research parks, co-working hubs and maker-spaces – startup entrepreneurs have many types of spaces to choose from.
- [#StartupChats - Startup Finance 101: What You Need to Know](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-startup-finance-101-need-know/) - Being financially literate can have a huge impact on how well your startup does. Staying on top of your finances from day 1 should be a priority to ensure you can grow in the right areas, know how much you are growing, and to know when you may need an investment boost to reach that
- [#StartupChats - Finding the Right Telecoms Solution for Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-finding-right-telecoms-solution-startup/) - Finding the right telecoms solution is critical for a growing startup. How do you find a flexible solution that can grow and shift with your rapidly changing startup while being professional, reliable and trusted? What should entrepreneurs be looking for in a telecommunications provider? What are the pros and cons of VOIP, online meetings vs. traditional telecom
- [Getting Your Dream to Market - The Importance of a Robust Supply Chain](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/getting-dream-market-importance-robust-supply-chain/) - Developing a robust supply chain and embedding it into your business plan from the very start is critical if you want to get your idea to market. Investors need to see that you have a plan, that you understand your customer and that you have mastered the logistics behind your venture - this all boils down to
- [#StartupChats - Fitness for Financial Success](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-fitness-financial-success/) - When it comes to running a successful business, financial fitness is everything. What are the most common mistakes that entrepreneurs make when managing their finances? What tools and techniques can you use to manage your finances? What are the 'must haves' for entrepreneurs looking to secure startup finance? How do you develop a financially fit
- [#StartupChats - Deep Dive into the Canadian ICT Sector](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-deep-dive-canadian-ict-sector/) - Are you an entrepreneur starting up in the information, communications and technology (ICT) sector in Canada? Are you looking to hire, grow and expand your ICT space? Are you a researcher, policy maker or practitioner looking to get up to date insights on this growing sector from Canada's leader in ICT intelligence? Join Startup Canada
- [#StartupChats - How to Effectively Raise Seed Investment for your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-finding-right-telecom-solution-company/) - You have an idea, a GREAT idea, and you've decided to take it to market. At some point relying on savings and family is not going to be enough to take your business to the next level, and you're going to start looking elsewhere for funding. Seed funding is early stage investment in your startup
- [Google Hangout - Crowdfunding 101](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/google-hangout-crowd-funding-101/) - Crowdfunding can be a great resource for funding a startup, but it is a challenge to stand out from the competition. In this Google Hangout, Startup Canada, QuickBooks and a panel of experts weigh in on the most effective ways to crowdfund. What funding model is right for your business? How do you communicate effectively?
- [#StartupChats - Building a Home-Based Business, What You Need to Know](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-home-based-business/) - When you are starting out and starting up, running your business from home can be a great option! What are some of the benefits and drawbacks of running a home-based business? How can you have the best of both worlds - working from home while still benefiting from the startup community? What do entrepreneurs need
- [#StartupChats - Advanced Social Media Analytics](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-advanced-social-media-analytics/) - Social media has completely changed the landscape for how to best market your product/service online. Knowing how to use it, and use it well, can be extremely beneficial to getting your startup off the ground and running. To do so you need to be able to test what works and what doesn't: when is Twitter
- [#StartupChats - How to Build a Startup Community](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-build-startup-community/) - Startup Canada has been working on promoting entrepreneurship in Canada for three years now, and we have learned that a MICRO, not just macro, approach is needed to support entrepreneurs. Having local community support as a startup can have a huge influence on your ability to succeed in the marketplace. Learn how you can help fellow
- [#StartupChats - Tips to Improve your Startup Today](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startupchats-tips-improve-startup-today/) - Often times entrepreneurs can become overwhelmed with making big changes in their startup or small business. While major shifts can be daunting, there are simple things that you can do right now to take your startup to the next level today. Join Startup Canada and Intuit Canada on Wednesday, February 4, 2015 for a live
- [December 12 -  #StartupChats - How to Launch a Cloud-Based Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/december-12-startupchats-how-to-launch-a-cloud-based-startup/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]With so many start-ups creating innovative and out of the box apps and services using cloud technology. We see how these forward thinking startups are changing the landscape of the cloud industry and establishing themselves as market leaders. Join Startup Canada, and a panel of entrepreneur experts to share your experiences and gain top advice on how to
- [November 21 - #StartupChats - Day on the Hill Special](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/november-21-startupchats-day-on-the-hill-special/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Startup Canada Day on the Hill is the most influential entrepreneurship event in Canada – a collaboration of Canada’s entrepreneurial community and partnering political and government leaders. Set to draw nearly 1,000 attendees throughout the day, including some of Canada’s top entrepreneurs, investors, industry leaders, media personalities and government decision makers, the program is filled with
- [November 28 - #StartupChats - Incubators & Enterprise Software](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/november-28-startupchats-incubators-enterprise-software/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As a startup it’s important to research incubators and enterprise software before signing up and committing to one. It’s important to use due diligence when starting out. Join Startup Canada, and a panel of entrepreneurs from across Canada for a #StartupChats session focusing on tips and tools to help you find the best fit for your startup. Join
- [October 31 - #StartupChats - Avoiding Early Legal Mistakes](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/october-31-startupchats-avoiding-early-legal-mistakes/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]On October 31st Startup Canada, LaBarge Weinstein and entrepreneurs from across Canada discussed avoiding early legal mistakes during the #StartupChats Twitter event. Entrepreneurs and startups gained info about planning their strategy and avoid making legal mistakes at the onset and early stages of their business. We discussed Intellectual Property, Agreements and additional legal requirements for startups. Guests: Lindsay Clark – Associate
- [October 24 -  #StartupChats - The Big Picture For Small Biz](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/october-24-the-big-picture-for-small-biz/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]On October 24th, We discussed the phases startups go through from launch to running their business, there’s a need for tools, mentorship, and great tactical strategy to enable a successful business model. Join @Startup_Canada, @MasterCardnwsCA with guest @MarkEvans to gain insights on how you can manage the biggest pain points of running a business. Guests:
- [November 4 -  #StartupChats - How to Build a Stand Out Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/copy-of-november-4-how-to-build-a-standout-startup/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]On November 04th Startup Canada hosted @AIRMILESBIZ and two AIRMILESBIZ Award winners to discuss how you can make your startup stand out in today’s marketplace. This #StartupChats provided insights on @AIRMILESBIZ and the AIR MILES for Business Small Business Achievement Awards. Guests: AIRMILES for Business – @AIRMILESBIZ Justin Creally – North Strategic @justincreally Matt Hill –
- [October 29 - #StartupChats - DELL for Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/october-29-startupchats-dell-for-enterpreneurs/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]On October 29th Startup Canada, DELL for Entrepreneurs and entrepreneurs from across Canada discussed the newly launched DELL for Entrepreneurs Program and how it can help you to grow your startup. We discussed how DELL for Entrepreneurs can help you with tech, networking and access to capital.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_raw_html][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_empty_space height=”32px”][vc_column_text][ssb_display][/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”32px”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [November 10 - Startup Bootcamp  - Money, Mentors & Markets](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/november-10-startup-bootcamp-money-mentors-markets/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_raw_html]JTNDaWZyYW1lJTIwd2lkdGglM0QlMjI3NTAlMjIlMjBoZWlnaHQlM0QlMjI1MDAlMjIlMjBzcmMlM0QlMjIlMkYlMkZ3d3cueW91dHViZS5jb20lMkZlbWJlZCUyRjJlU3ZlZ0ZOaF9jJTIyJTIwZnJhbWVib3JkZXIlM0QlMjIwJTIyJTIwYWxsb3dmdWxsc2NyZWVuJTNFJTNDJTJGaWZyYW1lJTNF[/vc_raw_html][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text] “I’m convinced that about half of what separates the successful entrepreneurs from the non-successful ones is pure perseverance.” – Steve Jobs On November 10th from 12pm – 1pm EST Startup Canada, AIR MILES for Business and a panel of entrepreneurs from across Canada shared insights and provided points on everything you need to
- [October 15 - #StartupChats  Celebrating the Success of Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/october-15-celebrating-the-success-of-your-startup/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] “I’m convinced that about half of what separates the successful entrepreneurs from the non-successful ones is pure perseverance.” – Steve Jobs On October 15th we had a great discussion about AIR MILES Small Business Achievement Awards and a panel of entrepreneurs discussing starting up a startup, social enterprise or small business is one of the
- [October 3 - #StartupChats - Ignite your Startup Community](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/october-3-startupchats-ignite-your-startup-community/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]On October 03rd, For our community focus, we discussed was to ignite your startup community, including opportunities to network and work with communities outside your area and your Province or Territory. For this edition of Igniting your Community we featured StartupGrind Buffalo. Guests: Amanda Stratton, Startup Canada Communities – @AmandaStratton Eben Piazza, StartupGrind Buffalo – Director –
- [October 1 - #StartupChats - Global Startup Movement](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/october-1-startupchats-global-startup-movement/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Our CEO and Co-Founder Victoria Lennox fresh from the LatAm Conference provided an overview of the Startup Global Movement. Via Twitter on October 1st from 12-1pm EST #StartupChats.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_raw_html]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[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_empty_space height=”32px”][vc_column_text][ssb_display][/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”32px”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [Financial Literacy Committee](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/financial-literacy-committee/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text el_class=”open-sans-condensed-200″] Startup Canada Financial Literacy Committee [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”roboto-200″] Advancing small business success [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1413224471873{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}” el_class=”our-work-intro”]The Startup Canada Financial Literacy Committee aims to undertake research and activities to: Better understand the financial literacy gap for entrepreneurs; Educate government and entrepreneurs about the realities and implications of this gap; and, Develop the
- [December 15 - Google Hangout - Startup Trends for 2015](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/december-15-google-hangout-startup-trends-for-2015/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_raw_html]JTNDaWZyYW1lJTIwd2lkdGglM0QlMjI1NjAlMjIlMjBoZWlnaHQlM0QlMjIzMTUlMjIlMjBzcmMlM0QlMjIlMkYlMkZ3d3cueW91dHViZS5jb20lMkZlbWJlZCUyRmhnd1NFSkJLX1VRJTIyJTIwZnJhbWVib3JkZXIlM0QlMjIwJTIyJTIwYWxsb3dmdWxsc2NyZWVuJTNFJTNDJTJGaWZyYW1lJTNF[/vc_raw_html][vc_column_text]2015 is set to be a landmark year for the startup movement. This year was all about ‘lean’, ‘MVP’, ‘crowd funding’, ‘mobile’ and ‘social media’. What does 2015 have in store for Canadian startups and how can you get a head start for your startup before the New Year? Join Startup Canada, QuickBooks and a panel
- [December 10 -  #StartupChats - How to Get Your Business Online](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/december-10-startupchats-how-to-get-your-business-online/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]More than half of Canadian businesses do not yet have a digital presence – yet the majority of customers now discover new products, services and firms through online searches, social media and company websites and reviews. Join Startup Canada, CIRA and a panel of entrepreneur experts to share your experiences and gain top advice on how
- [December 5 -  #StartupChats - Expecting the Unexpected](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/december-5-startupchats-expecting-the-unexpected/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Starting up and running a company can be costly – In other words, preparing your business for situations that might otherwise throw you off course, possibly even shut you down. Join Startup Canada, TruShield and a entrepreneur panel of experts to discuss possible business obstacles that can cause business interruption for startups. Login to Twitter on December 5th
- [December 17 -  #StartupChats - Tips for Financial Planning](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/december-17-startupchats-tips-for-financial-planning/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]One of the key differentiators between a successful and unsuccessful business is the financial acumen of its founders and management. How can you make sense of the numbers to take better decisions to grow your startup? Join Startup Canada, QuickBooks and a panel of entrepreneurs from across Canada for a #StartupChats session focusing on tips
- [December 3 -  #StartupChats - CPA for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/december-3-startupchats-cpa-for-startups/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada has more than 18,000 volunteers eager to support startup entrepreneurs to build robust, sustainable and high-growth businesses. Join Startup Canada, Quickbooks, CPA leaders and a panel of entrepreneurs from across Canada for a #StartupChats session to learn about CPA, its volunteers and how you can access expert and confidential advice
- [November 7 - #StartupChats - Shops & Retail - What you Need to Know](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/november-7-startupchats-shops-retail-what-you-need-to-know/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]On November 07th Startup Canada, TruShield and an entrepreneur panel of experts ran a #StartupChats that focused on the Shops and retail startups and the challenges and risks they encounter when starting up. Are you starting or considering to start a bricks and mortar startup? They shared experiences and provided insights on how to protect your startup from
- [November 19 - #StartupChats - Getting Out of Your Own Way](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/november-19-startupchats-getting-out-of-your-own-way/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As a startup founder, the success of your company rides on you, your mindset and the decisions that you make. Join Startup Canada, Quickbooks and a panel of entrepreneurs from across Canada for a #StartupChats session focusing on tips and tools to help you to get out of the way of the success of your business.
- [November 5 -  #StartupChats - 10 Creative Ways to Finance Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/november-5-startupchats-10-creative-ways-to-finance-your-startup/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]On November 5th Startup Canada, QuickBooks and a panel of entrepreneurs from across Canada discussed how Startups and Entrepreneurs are exploring and using alternative financing approaches to kick-start their ideas. Guests: David Thomas, Social Media Manager – Intuit @QuickBooksCA Erik Kaas, Concierge Advisor – National Research Council Canada @ErikKaas Daryl Hatton, CEO – Fundrazr @DarylHatton [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space
- [November 17 - Google Hangout - From Startup to Scale Up](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/november-17-google-hangout-from-startup-to-scale-up/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_raw_html]JTNDaWZyYW1lJTIwd2lkdGglM0QlMjI1NjAlMjIlMjBoZWlnaHQlM0QlMjIzMTUlMjIlMjBzcmMlM0QlMjIlMkYlMkZ3d3cueW91dHViZS5jb20lMkZlbWJlZCUyRjFybmwxVDQybExrJTIyJTIwZnJhbWVib3JkZXIlM0QlMjIwJTIyJTIwYWxsb3dmdWxsc2NyZWVuJTNFJTNDJTJGaWZyYW1lJTNF[/vc_raw_html][vc_column_text]Once a startup finds a revenue model that clicks, it is time to begin to think about scaling up to become a sustainable business. Startup Canada, QuickBooks and a panel of entrepreneurs from across Canada held a special Google Hangout hosted by David Thomas of Intuit Canada to get tips and advice on scaling-up from the startup stage. They
- [October 17 - #StartupChats - Is it time for a financial advisor?](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/october-17-startupchats-is-it-time-for-a-financial-advisor-2/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]On October 17th, We discussed the top of Financial Advisors and when is the right to see one. Startup Canada, QuickBooks and a panel of entrepreneurs from across Canada came together for a special #StartupChats segment to get tips and advice on the right time and how best to leverage financial advisors. Guests: David Thomas, Social
- [October 16 - How Government Supports Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/october-16-how-government-supports-startups/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Join Startup Canada’s Community Leaders and the leaders from Industry Canada and the Government of Canada to learn how the Government adds value to local startups and how you can engage the Government of Canada to scale the engagement and impact of your local Startup Community through a win-win-win partnership. Join us for this special Startup Communities Learning Session
- [October 22 - #StartupChats - Financing Prep for your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/october-22-startupchats-financing-prep-for-your-startup/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]On October 22nd, Startup Canada and QuickBooks and a panel of entrepreneurs from across Canada discussed what it takes to prep your startup for funding. Guests: David Thomas – Social Media Manger – Intuit @TheyCallmeDT Sunny Shao – Entrepreneur, freelancer, consultant – @explicitivity Craig Asano – Founder & Executive Director of the National Crowdfunding Association of
- [October 8 - #StartupChats - Small Business & Online Security](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/october-8-startupchats-small-business-online-security/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]October is cyber security month and we are partnering with the Canadian Internet Registration Authority to help you to protect and secure your startup online. On October 08th Startup Canada, CIRA and a panel of experts shared experiences and top advice on how to ensure that your startup is ‘Cyber Secure’. Guests: Sheila Bergeron, Marketing
- [September 24 - #StartupChats - Choosing a Space for Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/september-24-startupchats-choosing-a-space-for-your-startup/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Join Startup Canada, Quickbooks and a panel of entrepreneurs from across Canada for a #StartupChats session covering the basics of what you need to know about choosing a space for your startup. From accelerators, incubators, research parks, co-working hubs and maker-spaces – startup entrepreneurs have many types of spaces to choose from. Share your knowledge
- [September 17 - #StartupChats - Startup Finance 101](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/september-17-startupchats-startup-finance-101-2/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] On September 17th, Startup Canada, Quickbooks and a panel of entrepreneurs from across Canada discussed the basics of what you need to know about financial management for your startup. Guests: David Thomas, Intuit, Social Media Manager — @TheyCallmeDT Elaine Orr Morgan, C.E.O. BalanceSheets.ca — @BalanceSheetsCA [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_raw_html]JTNDZGl2JTIwY2xhc3MlM0QlMjJzdG9yaWZ5JTIyJTNFJTNDaWZyYW1lJTIwc3JjJTNEJTIyJTJGJTJGc3RvcmlmeS5jb20lMkZTdGFydHVwQ2FuYWRhJTJGc2VwdGVtYmVyLTE3dGgtc3RhcnR1cC1maW5hbmNlLTEwMS13aGF0LXlvdS1uZWVkLXQlMkZlbWJlZCUzRmJvcmRlciUzRGZhbHNlJTIyJTIwd2lkdGglM0QlMjIxMDAlMjUlMjIlMjBoZWlnaHQlM0Q3NTAlMjBmcmFtZWJvcmRlciUzRG5vJTIwYWxsb3d0cmFuc3BhcmVuY3klM0R0cnVlJTNFJTNDJTJGaWZyYW1lJTNFJTNDc2NyaXB0JTIwc3JjJTNEJTIyJTJGJTJGc3RvcmlmeS5jb20lMkZTdGFydHVwQ2FuYWRhJTJGc2VwdGVtYmVyLTE3dGgtc3RhcnR1cC1maW5hbmNlLTEwMS13aGF0LXlvdS1uZWVkLXQuanMlM0Zib3JkZXIlM0RmYWxzZSUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRnNjcmlwdCUzRSUzQ25vc2NyaXB0JTNFJTVCJTNDYSUyMGhyZWYlM0QlMjIlMkYlMkZzdG9yaWZ5LmNvbSUyRlN0YXJ0dXBDYW5hZGElMkZzZXB0ZW1iZXItMTd0aC1zdGFydHVwLWZpbmFuY2UtMTAxLXdoYXQteW91LW5lZWQtdCUyMiUyMHRhcmdldCUzRCUyMl9ibGFuayUyMiUzRVZpZXclMjB0aGUlMjBzdG9yeSUyMCUyMlNlcHRlbWJlciUyMDE3dGglM0ElMjBTdGFydHVwJTIwRmluYW5jZSUyMDEwMSUyMC0lMjBXaGF0JTIwWW91JTIwTmVlZCUyMFRvJTIwS25vdyUyMiUyMG9uJTIwU3RvcmlmeSUzQyUyRmElM0UlNUQlM0MlMkZub3NjcmlwdCUzRSUzQyUyRmRpdiUzRQ==[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_empty_space height=”32px”][vc_column_text][ssb_display][/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”32px”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [September 29 - Google Hangout - Hacking Productivity for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/september_29_google_hangout_hacking_productivity/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]For startup entrepreneurs, there never seems to be enough time in the day to fit it all in. On September 29th from 12 – 1pm EST. Startup Canada, Quickbooks and a panel of entrepreneurs from across Canada chaired a special Google Hangout hosted by Sean Stanleigh from the Globe and Mail which provided tips and advice
- [Canadian Mentorship Challenge](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/canadian-mentorship-challenge/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text el_class=”open-sans-condensed-200″] Canadian Mentorship Challenge [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”roboto-200″] Connecting Canada’s Entrepreneurship Community [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1413221927771{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}” el_class=”our-work-intro”]The Canadian Mentorship Challenge is a nation-wide challenge to fuel entrepreneurial mentoring activities across the country and to celebrate and raise the profile of mentors as a key part of the Canadian entrepreneurship community. The next challenge will
- [December 1 - Building a Startup Community Information Session](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/december1_building_a_startup_community/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Learn about the official Startup Canada Communities program, get on the pulse of latest developments and trends in the Canadian grassroots community landscape, and learn how you can launch a Startup Community and leverage support from the national network. We will cover: What is a Startup Community? Overview of the Startup Canada Communities Program Eligibility
- [October 13 - Building a Startup Community 101](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/october-13-building-a-startup-community-101/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Learn about the Official Startup Canada Communities program, get on the pulse of the latest developments and trends in the Canadian grassroots community landscape, and learn how you can launch a Startup Community and leverage support from the national network. During this webinar, we will cover: What is a Startup Community? The Startup Canada
- [October 20 - Chambers and Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/october-20-chambers-and-startups/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]On October 20th we hosted a WebEx learning session with the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce and the Fredericton Chamber of Commerce. Great information was shared about the many programs available to startups through their local Chamber. The Startup Canada’s Community Leaders and the leaders of some of Canada’s most active and successful Chambers of Commerce shared how
- [September 15 - Startup Communities Information Session](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/september-15-startup-communities-information-session/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Learn about the official Startup Canada Communities program, get on the pulse of the latest developments and trends in the Canadian grassroots community landscape, and learn how you can launch a Startup Community and leverage support from the national network. During this webinar, we will cover: What is a Startup Community? The Startup Canada
- [Sept 8 - Webinar - Creating a Grassroots Community](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/creating-a-grassroots-community/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Join Startup Canada’s Community Leaders and Andrew Hyde, an entrepreneur from Boulder and the founder of Ignite and Startup Weekend, to learn how to build a startup community, mobilize volunteers, leverage social media to increase engagement and awareness, build partnerships and engage experienced entrepreneurs in the community. Join us for this special Startup Communities Learning
- [November 12 - #StartupChats - Digital Marketing & SEO](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/november-12-startupchats-digital-marketing-seo/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]On November 12 from 12-1pm EST Startup Canada, CIRA and a panel of digital experts shared their experience and advice on digital marketing & SEO for startups. Digital marketing and SEO has gone a long way in driving sales and early adoption for startup companies. Guests: Sheila Bergeron, Marketing Manager – Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA) –
- [October 28 - Montreal - Startup Finance Bootcamp](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/october-28-montreal-bmo-startup-finance-tour/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Rejoignez-nous pour une soirée d’apprentissage, de mentorat et de réseautage. Enregistrez-vous dès maintenant pour: Écouter les conseils d’un des meilleurs entrepreneurs locaux Apprendre les 5 étapes pour lancer votre startup avec succès et où trouver des financements Obtenir des réponses d’entrepreneurs et d’experts à vos questions relatives aux finances de votre startup Recevoir une copie
- [October 23 - Toronto - Startup Finance Bootcamp](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/october-23-toronto-bmo-startup-finance-tour/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_raw_html][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text]On October 23, 2014 from 4.30pm – 7.30pm MDT Startup Canada hosted the Startup Finance Bootcamp presented by BMO® Bank of Montreal and AIR MILES® For Business the at Highline VC in Toronto. Guests had the opportunity about learning to sharpen the financial management of their startup and learn from some of the city’s leading entrepreneurs and experts
- [October 21 - Calgary - Startup Finance Bootcamp](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/october-21-calgary-bmo-startup-finance-tour/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Startup Canada was at Startup Calgary for the Startup Finance Bootcamp presented by BMO® Bank of Montreal and AIR MILES® For Business. On October 21, 2014 from 4.30pm – 7.30pm MDT sharpen the financial management of your startup and learn from some of the city’s leading entrepreneurs and experts on startup up lean, SR&ED, debt,
- [October 10 - #StartupChats - Protecting your Startup from Day 1](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/october-10-startupchats-protecting-your-startup-from-day-1/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Most startup founders don’t consider the risks when starting up, until it is too late. How do you create a secure, safe and fundable startup? The threat of cyber crime isn’t limited to large corporations. In fact, forty per cent of cyber attacks are on small and medium-sized businesses – which is why startups need
- [September 19 - #StartupChats - Finding the Right Insurance for Your Startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/september-19-startupchats-finding-the-right-insurance-for-your-startup/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Did you know that more than 50 percent of entrepreneurs start up their companies in their homes? Is your startup protected? TruShield has launched an insurance product exclusively for startup companies. On September 19, 2014, Startup Canada, TruShield Insurance and a entrepreneur panel of experts discussed issuance requirements and options for startups – from digital to bricks and
- [September 12 - #StartupChats - Top Apps for Startups](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/september-12-startupchats-top-apps-for-startups/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Startup Canada, Microsoft Canada‘s Marc Gagne and Erin Bury discussed top apps to improve management, tracking and productivity for your startup. See the Storify below. [View the story “September 12th: Top Apps for Startups” on Storify] [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_raw_html]UEFTVEUlMjBFVkVOVCUyMEJSSVRFJTIwQ09ERSUyMEhFUkU=[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_empty_space height=”32px”][vc_column_text][ssb_display][/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”32px”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [September 26 - #StartupChats - Domain Names & Digital Strategy](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/october-8-startupchats-startups-cyber-security/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Did you know that .CA domain names are preferred and more trusted over .COM domains by Canadians and Americans. How can you leverage your .CA as part of your digital strategy to grow your startup? Join Startup Canada, CIRA and a panel of experts to share your experiences and gain insights on developing your digital strategy.
- [November 14 - #StartupChats - BizSpark 101](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/november-14-startupchats-bizspark-101/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]On November 14 from 12-1pm EST Startup Canada and Microsoft Canada’s Marc Gagne and a panel of BizSpark entrepreneurs held a #StartupChats talking about the BizSpark program. Starting up can be costly, so finding the right partner with which to grow is critical. This #StartupChat provided the scoop on how you can get more than $13k
- [Startup Canada Task Force](https://www.startupcan.ca/portfolio_page/startup-canada-task-force/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text el_class=”open-sans-condensed-200″] Startup Canada Task Force [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”roboto-200″] Syncing Government with Entrepreneurs [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The Startup Canada Task Force is Startup Canada’s flagship government relation’s activity and has been created as a platform to advance entrepreneurship policy in Canada. The mission of the Task Force is to advance Canada’s prosperity and competitiveness and to position Canada as

## Research & Publications

- [Startup AI 2026: National Insights Report](https://www.startupcan.ca/research-publication/startup-ai-2026-national-insights-report/)
- [2025 Impact Report: Connecting Canada’s Entrepreneurs Coast to Coast to Coast](https://www.startupcan.ca/research-publication/impact-report-2025/)
- [Canada’s AI Moment: What We Heard at the Table](https://www.startupcan.ca/research-publication/canadas-ai-moment-what-we-heard-at-the-table/)
- [Startup Canada's Tariff Toolkit: Essential, Up-To-Date Tariff News - All in One Place](https://www.startupcan.ca/research-publication/startup-canadas-tariff-toolkit/)
- [Impact of Tariffs on Canadian Entrepreneurs: Survey Summary](https://www.startupcan.ca/research-publication/u-s-tariff-survey-summary/)
- [Growing the Cross-border Entrepreneurial Spirit: Importance of Women Entrepreneurs in Building Back Better](https://www.startupcan.ca/research-publication/growing-the-cross-border-entrepreneurial-spirit-importance-of-women-entrepreneurs-in-building-back-better/)
- [Resources for Newcomer Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/research-publication/resources-for-newcomer-entrepreneurs/)
- [Resources for Indigenous Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/research-publication/resources-for-indigenous-entrepreneurs/)
- [Resources for Women Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/research-publication/resources-for-women-entrepreneurs/)
- [Startup Canada Blueprints](https://www.startupcan.ca/research-publication/startup-canada-blueprints/)
- [Advancing Digital Adoption Amongst Small Businesses in Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/research-publication/advancing-digital-adoption-amongst-small-businesses-in-canada/)
- [Advancing Digital Adoption Amongst Women SBOs in Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/research-publication/advancing-digital-adoption-amongst-women-sbos-in-canada/)
- [The Importance of Digital Adoption & the Future of Canadian SBOs](https://www.startupcan.ca/research-publication/the-importance-of-digital-adoption-the-future-of-canadian-sbos/)
- [The Effects of Advanced Digital Technologies on Canadian SBOs](https://www.startupcan.ca/research-publication/the-effects-of-advanced-digital-technologies-on-canadian-sbos/)
- [Startup Canada 2017 Entrepreneur Census](https://www.startupcan.ca/research-publication/startup-canada-2017-census-summary/)
- [Motivations, Mindsets & Experiences of Millennial Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/research-publication/motivations-mindsets-experiences-of-millennial-entrepreneurs/)
- [Building a Creative & Entrepreneurial Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/research-publication/building-a-creative-entrepreneurial-canada/)
- [Startup Canada 2018 Entrepreneur Census](https://www.startupcan.ca/research-publication/startup-canada-2018-entrepreneur-census/)
- [Framing, Avoiding and Overcoming Failure](https://www.startupcan.ca/research-publication/framing-avoiding-and-overcoming-failure/)
- [Startup Canada 2019 Entrepreneur Census](https://www.startupcan.ca/research-publication/startup-canada-2020-census/)
- [Business Resilience and Recovery During COVID-19](https://www.startupcan.ca/research-publication/business-resilience-and-recovery-during-covid-19-2/)
- [Startup Canada 2020 Entrepreneur Census](https://www.startupcan.ca/research-publication/startup-canada-2020-entrepreneur-census/)
- [Summary Report of Startup Canada Women's Entrepreneurship Program](https://www.startupcan.ca/research-publication/summary-report-of-startup-canada-womens-entrepreneurship-program/)
- [Social Impact Report](https://www.startupcan.ca/research-publication/social-impact-report/)

## Testimonials

- [](https://www.startupcan.ca/testimonials/2083/)
- [Investing in our Entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/testimonials/investing-in-our-entrepreneurs/)
- [Connecting Community to Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/testimonials/2078/)

## Toolbox Pages

- [Partners](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/partners/)
- [Home](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/home/) - Sign up for the Business Owner’s Toolbox (BOT) and access free modules to help you build and launch your business in Canada!
- [Feedback](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/feedback/)
- [BOT Registration](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/bot-registration/)
- [Resources](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/resources/)

## Toolbox Posts

- [Curated 2SLGBTQIA+ Entrepreneurship Resource Guide (Resource, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/curated-2slgbtqia-entrepreneurship-resource-guide/) - View Resource
- [25 Resources to Support Black Entrepreneurs in Canada (Resource, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/25-resources-to-support-black-entrepreneurs-in-canada/) - View Resource
- [Startup Women Resource Guide (Resource, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/startup-women-resource-guide/) - View Resource
- [Startup Global Resource Guide (Resource, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/startup-global-resource-guide/) - View Resource
- [Powerpay Payroll for Startups (Human Resources, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/pay-and-manage-your-employees-quickly-accurately-and-from-anywhere-with-powerpay/) - All-Inclusive Payroll for only $25/month. Access the most powerful All-Inclusive Payroll platform for small businesses. Powerpay by Dayforce is an easy-to-use payroll and HR software solution for Canadian small businesses. Powerpay modernizes the payroll and HR experience by enabling you to pay and manage your employees quickly and accurately from anywhere. Trusted by over 45,000
- [ATB Financial (Finance, Alberta)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/atb-financial/)
- [Alberta Women Entrepreneurs (Funding/Network, Alberta)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/alberta-women-entrepreneurs/)
- [Business Link (Network, Alberta)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/business-link/)
- [Invest Alberta (Network, Alberta)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/invest-alberta/)
- [Rainforest Alberta (Network, Alberta)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/rainforest-alberta/)
- [Fundica (Funding, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/fundica/)
- [Women Entrepreneurs Saskatchewan (Funding/Learning, Saskatchewan)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/women-entrepreneurs-saskatchewan-wesk/)
- [START Alberta Ecosystem (Incubator/Accelerator, Alberta)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/start-alberta-ecosystem/)
- [Venture Mentoring Service of Alberta (Network/Learning, Alberta)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/venture-mentoring-service-of-alberta/)
- [Alberta Export Expansion Program (Funding/Learning, Alberta)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/alberta-export-expansion-program/)
- [Film & Television Tax Credit (Funding, Alberta)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/film-television-tax-credit-alberta/)
- [Alberta Purchasing Connection (Business Development, Alberta)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/alberta-purchasing-connection/)
- [Apeetogosan and Pinnacle Business Services (Funding, Alberta)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/apeetogosan-and-pinnacle-business-services/)
- [Alberta Indian Investment Corporation (Funding, Alberta)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/alberta-indian-investment-corporation/)
- [Settlement Investment Corporation (Métis) (Funding, Alberta)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/settlement-investment-corporation-metis/) - Settlement Investment Corporation (SIC) was incorporated in 1985 and is 100% owned by Settlement Sooniyaw Corporation, which in turn is owned by the Métis Settlements General Council on behalf of the members of the (8)Métis Settlements. ​ Buffalo Lake Métis Settlement Paddle Prairie Métis Settlement Kikino Métis Settlement Peavine
- [Treaty Seven Economic Development Corporation (Learning, Alberta)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/treaty-seven-economic-development-corporation/) - CFT7 has a dual mandate of Entrepreneurship and Training and Employment. The two programs operate independently under separate funding arrangements with staff dedicated to each, however they work collaboratively on projects and planning. CFT7 is a leader in economic development, employment, training, advising and collaborating with Treaty Seven First Nations and their members to build
- [Status Entrepreneur Assistance Program (Learning, Alberta)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/status-entrepreneur-assistance-program/)
- [Pikani Nation Grant Equity Program (Funding, Alberta)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/pikani-nation-grant-equity-program/)
- [Start Alberta (Incubator/Accelerator, Alberta)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/start-alberta/) - Start Alberta is a database for entrepreneurs, startups and the tech community in Alberta.
- [Alberta Innovates (Incubator/Accelerator, Alberta)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/alberta-innovates/) - Alberta Innovates solves some of the biggest industry challenges by supporting research, the growth of business, and we help the start-up community to build new technology and drive new ideas.
- [Self-Employment Training Program (Learning, Alberta)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/self-employment-training-program/) - Training for Work funding is available to service providers employment and training supports for Albertans who are unemployed or marginally-employed and those on Employment Insurance (EI) and other income supports. This also includes programs targeted to under-represented groups including newcomers, women, indigenous people and more. Alberta works in partnership with the Government of Canada to provide
- [Regional Economic Development Resources Alberta (Business Development, Alberta)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/regional-economic-development-resources-alberta/) - Resources are available for Alberta communities and regions to support local efforts to diversify and grow their economies, attract investment, and maintain a positive and competitive business environment. Through one-on-one consultation, regional and community meetings, webinars, and collaborative roundtable discussions, REDS offer the following core services: advisory services and outcome-based planning economic information and best practices pathfinding
- [Community Futures Alberta (Learning, Alberta)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/community-futures-alberta/) - Community Futures has been helping rural Alberta entrepreneurs for over 30 years with guidance, business loans, training, and free resources. Get everything you need to succeed with our flexible loans, business tools, and support. Our experienced team will give you expert guidance on how to improve your business plan or marketing strategy so that you’re
- [Platform Calgary (Network, Alberta)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/platform-calgary/) - The Platform Innovation Centre is a hub dedicated to supporting startups and entrepreneurs at all stages of their journey. The Innovation Centre provides a single point of access to resources, supports, programming and events to help startups successfully launch and grow their business. Located in the heart of Calgary’s East Village neighbourhood — beside City
- [Success BC (Incubator/Accelerator, British Columbia)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/success-bc/) - S.U.C.C.E.S.S. supports entrepreneurs to successfully start and grow their businesses. They work with each client to develop their unique pathway towards their entrepreneurship goals. Clients develop professional knowledge, skills and connections to achieve long-term success as an entrepreneur.
- [Women Entrepreneurs' BC (Funding/Learning, British Columbia)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/women-entrepreneurs-bc-webc/) - WEBC provides a range of business support services and funding options to help you start, develop, lead or sell your small business. From essential business skills to personalized business advice, WEBC knows the right resources to connect you with.
- [JCI Kelowna (Network, British Columbia)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/jci-kelowna/) - JCI Kelowna is a group of young active citizens who strive to grow as individuals while positively impacting our community, Kelowna, BC. JCI Kelowna is affiliated with Junior Chamber International (JCI); a worldwide federation of young leaders, between the ages of 18-40. The organization has been referred to as the premier leadership development organization for young
- [Junior Achievement Canada (Network, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/junior-achievement-canada/) - JA Canada is committed to our mission of inspiring students and preparing them to succeed in a global economy to educate students about financial literacy, work readiness and entrepreneurship.
- [League of Innovators (Network, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/league-of-innovators/) - League of Innovators is a national Canadian charity that empowers young people to be their own bosses in life and career, supporting their growth as entrepreneurs, innovators, and changemakers. They offer accessible blended model educational and acceleration programs focused on entrepreneurial skill-building, tools, and networks to support youth as they embark on the entrepreneurial path. 
- [Minerva (Network, British Columbia)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/minerva/) - Minerva supports and mentors individual women and girls in their programs as they work to identify their values, discover their strengths, and develop their leadership skills. These are the tangible assets they require to move forward with confidence and purpose. Minerva’s programs are designed to help women develop their unique voice, so that they can
- [Young Entrepreneurs Leadership Launchpad (YELL) (Incubator/Accelerator, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/young-entrepreneurs-leadership-launchpadyell/) - YELL’s educational programs empower youth with the skills, knowledge and network they will need to take on the future.
- [YWiB Vancouver (Network, British Columbia)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/ywib-vancouver/) - Young Women in Business is a community for emerging female leaders and young professionals who want to create their own success. They believe every woman and young professional stepping into the workforce or growing in their career should be well equipped with the proper set of tools and knowledge to reach their fullest personal and
- [Global Fund for Women (Network, Manitoba)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/global-fund-for-women/) - Global Fund for Women was founded in 1987 in Palo Alto, California, by four bold women: Anne Firth Murray, Frances Kissling, Laura Lederer, and Nita Barrow. They were convinced that women’s human rights were essential to social, economic, and political change around the world, for the benefit of us all. Frustrated by a lack of
- [Manitoba Women's Enterprise Centre (Program, Manitoba)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/womens-enterprise-centre-manitoba/) - The Women’s Enterprise Centre of Manitoba is a resource for women looking to start or expand their businesses. They work on an individual basis with women throughout the province to answer their questions and help them determine the steps to make their businesses successful. In addition to their three core services: business advising, training and
- [Entrepreneurship Manitoba (Incorporations, Manitoba)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/entrepreneurship-manitoba/) - Entrepreneurship Manitoba helps you with the following services: Business Names Change of Name (BUSINESS) Commissioner for Oaths Appointments Company Names Corporations Names Incorporation (of a business) Limited Partnership Notary Public Appointments and Authentications Searches: Business Names, Corporations, Trade Names
- [Canadian Innovation Centre (Incubator/Accelerator, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/canadian-innovation-centre/)
- [Guelph-Wellington Business Centre (Network/Learning, Ontario)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/guelph-wellington-business-centre/)
- [Invest Ottawa (Network, Ontario)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/invest-ottawa/)
- [CSED Ottawa (Business Services, Ontario)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/csed-ottawa/)
- [Canada Foundation for Innovation (Funding/Learning, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/canada-foundation-for-innovation/) - The Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) is a non-profit corporation that invests in research infrastructure at Canadian universities, colleges, research hospitals and non-profit research institutions.
- [Diversity Institute (Network/Learning, Ontario)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/diversity-institute/) - Founded in 1999 by Dr. Wendy Cukier, the Diversity Institute has conducted groundbreaking research on diversity and inclusion in Canada, developed impactful programs like the Newcomer Entrepreneurship Hub, external link, opens in new window, championed legislative change on Bill C-25 and has helped companies understand the opportunities of inclusion and develop tools to harness inclusion
- [Impact Hub Ottawa (Network/Co-working, Ontario)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/impact-hub-ottawa/) - Impact Hub Ottawa is a community of creative and entrepreneurial changemakers who are shaping a better future for our city and our world through social innovation and cross-sector collaboration. Powered by a shared coworking and learning environment, we are part of a global network of over 15,000 purpose-driven individuals and organizations in more than 100 Impact Hubs
- [Alberta Business Grants (Funding, Alberta)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/alberta-business-grants/) - Alberta Business Grants has helped hundreds of businesses just like yours find grants, prepare a stellar application, and win thousands of dollars — the first time they apply.
- [Pocketed (Funding, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/pocketed/) - Pocketed is a powerful free grant matching platform designed to do all the heavy lifting for you.
- [Funding HQ (Funding, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/funding-hq/) - Find the best financing options for your business, in one place. Hundreds of small business loans, grants and other financing options are available for Canadian businesses. FundingHQ helps you find the right funding for your small business.
- [Metis Economic Development Fund (Funding, Manitoba)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/metis-economic-development-fund/) - The Metis Economic Development Fund (MEDF) stimulates the economic development of Manitoba Metis businesses & entrepreneurs by providing equity and/or debt financing creating equity investment partnerships. MEDF financing program will assist businesses owned or controlled by Metis in Manitoba with loans for start-up, growth, acquisition, or expansion purposes. It may also provide such businesses with
- [First Peoples Economic Growth Fund (Funding, Manitoba)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/first-peoples-economic-growth-fund/) - In response to the Covid-19 pandemic, First Peoples Economic Growth Fund (FPEGF) has been delivering the Emergency Loan Program, called the Indigenous Business Stabilization Program (IBSP) on behalf of the Government of Canada. That program has come to a close and FPEGF has approved just over $2.0 million to companies who have been negatively impacted
- [Manitoba Metis Federation (Learning, Manitoba)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/manitoba-metis-federation/)
- [Indigenous Business Development Services (Business Development, British Columbia)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/indigenous-business-development-services/) - The Indigenous Business Development Services (IBDS) Program is comprised of organizations who offer services to Indigenous entrepreneurs. We offer: Business information and resource materials Assistance with business plan preparation Business advisory services Training in the form of workshops and seminars
- [World Trade Centre Winnipeg (Business Development, Manitoba)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/world-trade-centre-winnipeg/) - The World Trade Centre Winnipeg helps business grow through the following services: You’ll access resources to help you navigate the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic You’ll meet one-on-one with advisors who will take the time to provide you with meaningful business advice You’ll receive customized, high-quality research that can help you discover and navigate your
- [TAXcess (Finance, Manitoba)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/taxcess/)
- [Manitoba Chamber of Commerce (Network, Manitoba)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/manitoba-chamber-of-commerce/)
- [Global Triangle Angel Network (Funding, Ontario)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/global-triangle-angel-network/)
- [Catalyst-137 (Network/Co-working, Ontario](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/catalyst-137/)
- [The Logic (News, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/the-logic/)
- [Black Professional in Tech Network (Network, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/black-professional-in-tech-network/)
- [Black Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub (Network, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/black-entrepreneurship-knowledge-hub/)
- [SETSI (Network, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/setsi/)
- [Ownr (Legal, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/ownr/)
- [Digital Main Street (Resource, Ontario)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/digital-main-street/)
- [Ontario Chamber of Commerce (Network, Ontario)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/ontario-chamber-of-commerce/)
- [Boundless Accelerator (Incubator/Accelerator, Ontario)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/boundless-accelerator/)
- [Sault Ste Marie Innovation Centre (Incubator/Accelerator, Ontario)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/sault-ste-marie-innovation-centre/)
- [Millworks Centre for Entrepreneurship (Incubator/Accelerator, Ontario)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/millworks-centre-for-entrepreneurship/)
- [Timmins Economic Development Centre (Program, Ontario)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/timmins-economic-development-centre/)
- [Digital Nova Scotia (Program, Nova Scotia)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/digital-nova-scotia/)
- [CEED (Program, Nova Scotia)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/ceed/)
- [SMU Entrepreneurship Centre (Program, Nova Scotia)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/smu-entrepreneurship-centre/)
- [Immigrant Service Association (Program, Nova Scotia)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/immigrant-service-association/)
- [Black Business Initiative (Program, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/black-business-initiative/)
- [Centre for Women in Business (Network, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/centre-for-women-in-business/)
- [CBDC (Incubator/Accelerator, Atlantic Canada)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/cbdc/)
- [Angel Investors Ontario (Funding, Ontario)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/angel-investors-ontario/)
- [Volta (Network, Atlantic Canada)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/volta/)
- [Canada's Ocean Supercluster (Incubator/Accelerator, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/canadas-ocean-supercluster/)
- [COVE (Network, Atlantic Canada)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/cove/)
- [Innovation PEI (Incubator/Accelerator, Prince Edward Island)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/innovation-pei/)
- [PEI Business Women's Centre (Network, Prince Edward Island)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/pei-business-womens-centre/)
- [Bio FoodTech (Incubator/Accelerator, Atlantic Canada)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/bio-foodtech/)
- [Eastern PEI Chamber of Commerce (Network, Prince Edward Island)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/eastern-pei-chamber-of-commerce/)
- [Food Island PEI (Network, Prince Edward Island)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/food-island-pei/)
- [PEI BioAlliance (Incubator/Accelerator, Prince Edward Island)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/pei-bioalliance/)
- [Emergence (Incubator/Accelerator, Atlantic Canada)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/emergence/)
- [Sole Proprietorship vs Corporation: How To Choose (Incorporating, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/sole-proprietorship-vs-corporation-how-to-choose/) - Deciding to incorporate your business is a big step and doing so will allow your business to enjoy many benefits, including: Potentially lower corporate tax rates Better access to capital Business has an unlimited life span The ability to transfer ownership if you sell your business Corporations are separate legal entities, owners are not personally
- [How to Incorporate a Business in Canada (Incorporating, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/how-to-incorporate-a-business-in-canada/) - Incorporation is a big decision for an entrepreneur, and there is a lot of advice out there that can make it seem more complex than it needs to be. But never fear, this article is a comprehensive compilation of Ownr’s insights on incorporating a business in Canada. Also, you can get 25% off when you incorporate
- [Save 25% when you incorporate with Ownr (Incorporating, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/ownr-2/) - Ownr is an online platform that makes it simple and affordable for entrepreneurs to start and manage their businesses by automating routine legal work. Since 2017, Ownr has helped thousands of entrepreneurs start and manage their businesses. Ownr's services are designed for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to register or incorporate their business and existing business owners looking to automate
- [Protecting your business (Legal, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/protecting-your-business/) - Emergency planning, risk management, insurance, legal issues and more
- [6 Effective Cybersecurity Strategies for Small Businesses in Canada (Resource, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/6-effective-cybersecurity-strategies-for-small-businesses-in-canada/)
- [Active Campaign (Marketing, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/active-campaign/) - ActiveCampaign gives you the email marketing, marketing automation, and CRM tools you need to create incredible customer experiences.
- [Hubspot (Marketing, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/hubspot/) - HubSpot’s CRM platform has all the tools and integrations you need for marketing, sales, content management, and customer service
- [Canva (Marketing, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/canva/) - Canva is a free graphic design platform that allows you to easily create invitations, business cards, flyers, lesson plans, Zoom backgrounds, and more using professionally designed templates.
- [Buffer (Marketing, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/buffer/) - Schedule social content, get engagement data and insights, and see all of your posts in one place.
- [Wellfound (Human Resources, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/wellfound/) - Experience the startup ecosystem — invest in startups, research the fastest-growing companies, and find a job you love.
- [Hubspot's Employee Handbook (Human Resources, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/hubspots-employee-handbook/)
- [Financial Plan Templates (Financial, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/financial-plan-templates/) - This financial plan template by BDC is designed to help you make projections for the coming months, forecasting income and expenses. These projections will help you plan your growth and obtain the financing you need. They can also be used as a tool for monitoring your finances, allowing you to measure your progress and quickly
- [Canada Small Business Financing Program (Funding, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/canada-small-business-financing-program/) - The Canada Small Business Financing Program makes it easier for small businesses to get loans from financial institutions by sharing the risk with lenders. Loans can be used to finance the following costs: purchase or improvement of land or buildings used for commercial purposes purchase or improvement of new or used equipment purchase of new
- [Capital Angel Network (Funding, Ontario)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/capital-angel-network/) - Founded in 2009, the Capital Angel Network (CAN) has been investing in startups in the National Capital Region for almost a decade. Since its inception CAN members have invested over $20M into over 60 early stage companies. Why join Capital Angel Network? Access to promising startups in Ottawa and area. Opportunities for better investment returns.
- [Backbone Angels (Funding, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/backbone-angels/) - Backbone Angels is a collective of angel investors to invest in women and non-binary founders with a focus on investments in Black, Indigenous, and Women of Colour-led companies.
- [Amazon FBA (Business Development, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/amazon-fba/) - Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) is a service that helps businesses grow by providing access to Amazon's logistics network. Businesses send products to Amazon fulfillment centers and when a customer makes a purchase, we handle receiving, packing, shipping, customer service, and returns for those orders. Effective, reliable ecommerce fulfillment delights customers.
- [Good Hiring & Growth with Joe Diubaldo (Human Resources, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/good-hiring-growth-with-joe-diubaldo/) - In this Startup Podcast episode Joe chats good hiring principles, what to do with a bad hire & how cognitive biases damage decision making.
- [Zensurance (Insurance, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/zensurance/)
- [Foundations of Building a Business Pitch Deck (Resource, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/foundations-of-building-a-business-pitch-deck/)
- [Dragons' Den (Funding, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/dragons-den/)
- [Grand Challenges Canada (Funding, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/grand-challenges-canada/)
- [BizPal (Business License, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/bizpal/) - BizPaL is an online service that benefits Canadian businesses by helping them identify which permits and licences they require and how to obtain them. Entrepreneurs simply select the business activities they plan to undertake and BizPaL then automatically generates a list of all required permits and licences from all levels of government (federal, provincial, territorial
- [Access Pro Bono (Legal, British Columbia)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/access-pro-bono/) - Solicitors’ Program Solicitors’ Program provides specific pro bono legal services to charitable and non-profit community organizations of limited means.
- [The Scotiabank Women Initiative (Funding, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/the-scotiabank-women-initiative/) - The Scotiabank Women Initiative is a signature program designed to increase economic and professional opportunities for all women and non-binary people to be successful, now and in the future. In December 2018, The Scotiabank Women Initiative launched in Canada to support women-led and owned businesses by providing access to capital and tailored solutions, specialized education,
- [How to bring your recipe to scale up? (Resource, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/how-to-bring-your-recipe-to-scale-up/) - FIRSt-MiniGuides_ProductDevelopment
- [Moneris Online (E-Commerce, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/deliver-a-robust-online-experience-with-moneris-online/) - There’s a simpler way to embrace ecommerce with Moneris® Online – your all-in-one ecommerce solution. From an automated website builder to professional creation support to our robust line of essential features, you’ll not only easily get online, but grow online as well. Build your website Have your website created for you thanks to our automated
- [How to Scale Your E-commerce Startup During Your First Year in Business (Resource, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/how-to-scale-your-e-commerce-startup-during-your-first-year-in-business/)
- [How to Prepare Your Business for the Holiday Season (Resource, National)](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/how-to-prepare-your-business-for-the-holiday-season/)
- [Module 5: Sales & Marketing](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/module-4-sales-marketing/) - Learning Outcomes: After completing this module, you will be able to: Create your own marketing plan Build a brand and style guide for your business Create a website by using some free and paid tools and resources linked
- [Module 4: Legal](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/module-3-legal/) - Learning Outcomes: After completing this module, you will learn about: Business, employee, supplier contracts How to deal with commercial contracts Trademarks and copyrights Intellectual property, patents, and industrial design
- [Module 10: Exit Strategy](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/module-10-exit-strategy/) - Learning Outcomes: After completing this module, you will learn how to: Create strategies and business processes to create a sellable business Develop foundations and processes to make businesses autonomous Create your business’ exit strategy
- [Module 7: Finances](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/module-6-finance/) - Learning Outcomes: After completing this module, you will be able to: Understand small business accounting Identify banking options for your small business Learn about the best practices of raising capital or financing your business
- [Module 2: Business Structures](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/module-1-business-structures/) - Learning Outcomes After completing this module, you will learn about: Finding the right business structure for your business Differentiating between provincial and federal incorporation The process to file for incorporation Different social enterprise business structures
- [Module 8: Pitching](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/module-7-pitching/) - Learning Outcomes: After completing this module, you’ll know how to: Apply to Canada’s Startup Visa (SUV) Program, connect with organizations that can support you Pitch to investors and create a rocking pitch deck! Incorporate social impact and SDGs in your business
- [Module 1: Pre-Launch](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/module-pre-launch/) - Learning Outcomes After completing this module, you will know how to: Create a Business Model Canvas for your business Establish a strong niche by conducting market research Plan and prototype your idea before developing your business Validate your business idea through a feasibility study
- [Module 3: Insurance](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/module-2-small-business-insurance/) - Learning Outcomes After completing this module, you will learn about: Different types of commercial insurances available for your business Ins and outs of general commercial liability insurance coverage Steps involved in tailoring your insurance package
- [Module 6: Human Resources](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/module-5-hr/) - Learning Outcomes: After finishing this module, you will learn about: building your HR Department from scratch onboarding and recruiting payroll 101 employment regulations federally and provincially employee wellbeing and compensation outsourcing
- [Module 9: Shipping](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/module-8-shipping/) - Learning Outcomes After completing this module, you’ll know how to: Get started with shipping for your business and choose an appropriate shipping partner.
- [Resource Test](https://www.startupcan.ca/toolbox/resource-test/)

## Resources

- [Manage your business growth with the right strategies and tools](https://www.startupcan.ca/resource/manage-your-business-growth-with-the-right-strategies-and-tools/)
- [Test Resource 2](https://www.startupcan.ca/resource/test-resource-2/)
- [Test Title](https://www.startupcan.ca/resource/test-title/)

## Categories

- [Finance Podcast](https://www.startupcan.ca/category/financepodcast/)
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- [Rural Women Podcast](https://www.startupcan.ca/category/ruralwomenpodcast/)
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- [Startup Canada Tour](https://www.startupcan.ca/category/startup-canada-tour/)
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- [Equal Slice Program](https://www.startupcan.ca/category/startup-canada-equal-slice-program/equal-slice-program/)

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- [community leaders](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/community-leaders/)
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- [Private Sector](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/private-sector/)
- [retail](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/retail/)
- [scholarship](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/scholarship/)
- [Teed Burns](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/teed-burns/)
- [Arlene Dickinson](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/arlene-dickinson/)
- [community investment fund](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/community-investment-fund/)
- [Dell](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/dell/)
- [Dell Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/dell-canada/)
- [Dell Womens entrepreneurship network](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/dell-womens-entrepreneurship-network/)
- [dell womens summit](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/dell-womens-summit/)
- [entreprenueur](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/entreprenueur/)
- [EveryEntrepreneur](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/everyentrepreneur/)
- [gender global entrepreneurship and development index project](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/gender-global-entrepreneurship-and-development-index-project/)
- [global women entrepreneur leaders scorecard](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/global-women-entrepreneur-leaders-scorecard/)
- [Industry Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/industry-canada/)
- [Kelsey Ramsden](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/kelsey-ramsden/)
- [Marissa McTasney](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/marissa-mctasney/)
- [retail startup fund](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/retail-startup-fund/)
- [startup space fund](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/startup-space-fund/)
- [startup. start-up](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/startup-start-up/)
- [StartupChat](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/startupchat/)
- [StartupChats](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/startupchats/)
- [Tour](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/tour/)
- [Women](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/women/)
- [Women Entrepreneurship](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/women-entrepreneurship/)
- [APEC](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/apec/)
- [Asia Pacific](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/asia-pacific/)
- [economy](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/economy/)
- [fora](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/fora/)
- [icon](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/icon/)
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- [Philippines](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/philippines/)
- [victoria](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/victoria/)
- [Women Entrepreneurship Fund](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/women-entrepreneurship-fund/)
- [Atlantic Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/atlantic-canada/)
- [CAIP](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/caip/)
- [Celtx](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/celtx/)
- [Common Ground Co-working](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/common-ground-co-working/)
- [Communitech](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/communitech/)
- [Dalhousie University](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/dalhousie-university/)
- [Dartmouth](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/dartmouth/)
- [East Coast](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/east-coast/)
- [Fredericton](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/fredericton/)
- [Halifax](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/halifax/)
- [Kinduct Technologies](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/kinduct-technologies/)
- [Kitchener](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/kitchener/)
- [Kitchener-Waterloo](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/kitchener-waterloo/)
- [Launch Dal](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/launch-dal/)
- [Moncton](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/moncton/)
- [MTEI program](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/mtei-program/)
- [New York Rangers](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/new-york-rangers/)
- [Nova Scotia](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/nova-scotia/)
- [Planet Hatch](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/planet-hatch/)
- [Propel](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/propel/)
- [Radian6](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/radian6/)
- [RtTech Software](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/rttech-software/)
- [Salesforce.com](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/salesforce-com/)
- [SimplyCast](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/simplycast/)
- [St. Mary’s University](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/st-marys-university/)
- [TME program](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/tme-program/)
- [Travis McDonough](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/travis-mcdonough/)
- [University of Louisville Cardinals](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/university-of-louisville-cardinals/)
- [University of New Brunswick](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/university-of-new-brunswick/)
- [Venn Centre](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/venn-centre/)
- [Volta Labs](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/volta-labs/)
- [Waterloo](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/waterloo/)
- [atlantic](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/atlantic/)
- [awards](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/awards/)
- [Calgary](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/calgary/)
- [central](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/central/)
- [concierge service](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/concierge-service/)
- [entrrepreneurship](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/entrrepreneurship/)
- [Jeff Skoll](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/jeff-skoll/)
- [leaders](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/leaders/)
- [Montreal](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/montreal/)
- [moxie trades](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/moxie-trades/)
- [national capital](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/national-capital/)
- [nonprofit](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/nonprofit/)
- [north](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/north/)
- [ontario](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/ontario/)
- [Ottawa](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/ottawa/)
- [paypal canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/paypal-canada/)
- [porter airlines](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/porter-airlines/)
- [prairies](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/prairies/)
- [private](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/private/)
- [public](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/public/)
- [quebec](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/quebec/)
- [rebel.com](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/rebel-com/)
- [Ryan Holmes](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/ryan-holmes/)
- [startuptour.ca](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/startuptour-ca/)
- [ups canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/ups-canada/)
- [Vancouver](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/vancouver/)
- [versature](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/versature/)
- [via rail](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/via-rail/)
- [west coast](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/west-coast/)
- [western](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/western/)
- [Whitehorse](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/whitehorse/)
- [alexander peh](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/alexander-peh/)
- [marketing](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/marketing/)
- [PayPal](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/paypal/)
- [sales](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/sales/)
- [chief innovation officer](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/chief-innovation-officer/)
- [community loan fund](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/community-loan-fund/)
- [david alston](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/david-alston/)
- [education](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/education/)
- [entrepreneur champion network](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/entrepreneur-champion-network/)
- [film festival](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/film-festival/)
- [iain rankin](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/iain-rankin/)
- [immigration](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/immigration/)
- [introhive](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/introhive/)
- [leadership](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/leadership/)
- [lena diab](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/lena-diab/)
- [liberal caucus](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/liberal-caucus/)
- [make it happen](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/make-it-happen/)
- [minister of finance](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/minister-of-finance/)
- [minister of start](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/minister-of-start/)
- [nova scotia assembly](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/nova-scotia-assembly/)
- [permanent resident](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/permanent-resident/)
- [Porter](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/porter/)
- [randy delorey](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/randy-delorey/)
- [accel-rx](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/accel-rx/)
- [beyond the rack](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/beyond-the-rack/)
- [brian day](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/brian-day/)
- [brian scudamore](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/brian-scudamore/)
- [british columbia](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/british-columbia/)
- [campbell scientific](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/campbell-scientific/)
- [cn tower](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/cn-tower/)
- [jason flickr](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/jason-flickr/)
- [natalie dakers](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/natalie-dakers/)
- [O2E Brands](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/o2e-brands/)
- [scotia](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/scotia/)
- [the north](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/the-north/)
- [todd dunlopp](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/todd-dunlopp/)
- [yona shtern](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/yona-shtern/)
- [youi.tv](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/youi-tv/)
- [#every entrepreneur](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/every-entrepreneur/)
- [Investment Funds](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/investment-funds/)
- [la Gare](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/la-gare/)
- [la gare. startup](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/la-gare-startup/)
- [space fund](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/space-fund/)
- [Start-up Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/start-up-canada/)
- [angel tax credit](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/angel-tax-credit/)
- [david nault](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/david-nault/)
- [employment insurance](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/employment-insurance/)
- [everyentrepreneir](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/everyentrepreneir/)
- [founder institute](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/founder-institute/)
- [high-quality](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/high-quality/)
- [high-speed](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/high-speed/)
- [inovia capital](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/inovia-capital/)
- [Internet](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/internet/)
- [investor](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/investor/)
- [low-cost](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/low-cost/)
- [minister of state for small business](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/minister-of-state-for-small-business/)
- [parental leave](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/parental-leave/)
- [permanent residence](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/permanent-residence/)
- [sergio escobar](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/sergio-escobar/)
- [social benefits](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/social-benefits/)
- [startup visa program](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/startup-visa-program/)
- [strategy](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/strategy/)
- [vision](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/vision/)
- [coworking](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/coworking/)
- [John Glynn-Morris](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/john-glynn-morris/)
- [yukon](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/yukon/)
- [yukonstruct](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/yukonstruct/)
- [accelerator yyc](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/accelerator-yyc/)
- [collective 12|12](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/collective-1212/)
- [emc2](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/emc2/)
- [investment fund](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/investment-fund/)
- [space](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/space/)
- [Achievement](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/achievement/)
- [BDC](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/bdc/)
- [Bitness.io](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/bitness-io/)
- [Capital for Aboriginal Prosperity and Entrepreneurship Fund](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/capital-for-aboriginal-prosperity-and-entrepreneurship-fund/)
- [CEO](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/ceo/)
- [co-founder](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/co-founder/)
- [Entomo Farms](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/entomo-farms/)
- [Entrepreneur of the Year](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/entrepreneur-of-the-year/)
- [Entrepreneurship Support](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/entrepreneurship-support/)
- [Insurance](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/insurance/)
- [International Trade](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/international-trade/)
- [Lifetime](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/lifetime/)
- [LLP](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/llp/)
- [MNP](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/mnp/)
- [owner](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/owner/)
- [Paul Martin](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/paul-martin/)
- [President](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/president/)
- [Promotion](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/promotion/)
- [Scotiabank Alex Gillis](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/scotiabank-alex-gillis/)
- [Startup Canada Award](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/startup-canada-award/)
- [Startup Canada Senior Entrepreneur of the Year](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/startup-canada-senior-entrepreneur-of-the-year/)
- [Sustainable Development](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/sustainable-development/)
- [The Fath Group](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/the-fath-group/)
- [Tom Fath](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/tom-fath/)
- [Victory Square Labs](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/victory-square-labs/)
- [Weddingstar](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/weddingstar/)
- [Wolf Blass](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/wolf-blass/)
- [Young Entrepreneur of the Year](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/young-entrepreneur-of-the-year/)
- [allen lau](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/allen-lau/)
- [finale](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/finale/)
- [second cup](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/second-cup/)
- [wattpad](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/wattpad/)
- [Yves Desjardins-Siciliano](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/yves-desjardins-siciliano/)
- [airlines](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/airlines/)
- [allan lau](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/allan-lau/)
- [brett wilson](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/brett-wilson/)
- [dragon's den](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/dragons-den/)
- [robert deluce](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/robert-deluce/)
- [dan hadad](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/dan-hadad/)
- [maker fair](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/maker-fair/)
- [saskatoon](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/saskatoon/)
- [sector](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/sector/)
- [stephanie yong](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/stephanie-yong/)
- [tempo space](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/tempo-space/)
- [tony o'brien](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/tony-obrien/)
- [vice president](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/vice-president/)
- [allan stroet](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/allan-stroet/)
- [app](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/app/)
- [b.c.](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/b-c/)
- [bc](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/bc/)
- [coding](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/coding/)
- [john hamblin](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/john-hamblin/)
- [lead](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/lead/)
- [smithers](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/smithers/)
- [college](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/college/)
- [jon milos](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/jon-milos/)
- [lambton](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/lambton/)
- [melloney campbell](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/melloney-campbell/)
- [peel](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/peel/)
- [sarnia](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/sarnia/)
- [startup peel](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/startup-peel/)
- [barrie](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/barrie/)
- [comotion](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/comotion/)
- [comotion on king](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/comotion-on-king/)
- [cowork](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/cowork/)
- [cowork niagara](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/cowork-niagara/)
- [creative space](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/creative-space/)
- [digital media](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/digital-media/)
- [digital media association](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/digital-media-association/)
- [hamilton](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/hamilton/)
- [hub](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/hub/)
- [hub ottawa](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/hub-ottawa/)
- [impact](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/impact/)
- [impact hub](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/impact-hub/)
- [lab](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/lab/)
- [labb](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/labb/)
- [labto](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/labto/)
- [london](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/london/)
- [niagara](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/niagara/)
- [to](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/to/)
- [unlondon](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/unlondon/)
- [kevin peesker](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/kevin-peesker/)
- [linkwise](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/linkwise/)
- [marketstart](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/marketstart/)
- [minority](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/minority/)
- [pinkfolio](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/pinkfolio/)
- [prince george](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/prince-george/)
- [sobey school](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/sobey-school/)
- [#PBC16](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/pbc16/)
- [bardish chagger](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/bardish-chagger/)
- [bill morneau](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/bill-morneau/)
- [chagger](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/chagger/)
- [consultation](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/consultation/)
- [davos](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/davos/)
- [finance](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/finance/)
- [job creation](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/job-creation/)
- [justin trudeau](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/justin-trudeau/)
- [minister](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/minister/)
- [morneau](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/morneau/)
- [OneStory](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/onestory/)
- [pre-budget](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/pre-budget/)
- [prime minister](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/prime-minister/)
- [trudeau](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/trudeau/)
- [World Economic Forum](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/world-economic-forum/)
- [2020](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/2020/)
- [commerce](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/commerce/)
- [jeune](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/jeune/)
- [rjccq](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/rjccq/)
- [youth chamber](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/youth-chamber/)
- [industry](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/industry/)
- [service](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/service/)
- [start](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/start/)
- [Winnipeg](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/winnipeg/)
- [celebration](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/celebration/)
- [ceremony](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/ceremony/)
- [economic development](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/economic-development/)
- [ecosystem](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/ecosystem/)
- [jean-yves duclos](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/jean-yves-duclos/)
- [social development](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/social-development/)
- [volunteer](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/volunteer/)
- [volunteer awards](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/volunteer-awards/)
- [volunteers](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/volunteers/)
- [advisory](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/advisory/)
- [advisory council](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/advisory-council/)
- [Apple](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/apple/)
- [board](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/board/)
- [Brenda Halloran](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/brenda-halloran/)
- [champion](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/champion/)
- [director](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/director/)
- [Globalive](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/globalive/)
- [Hewlett-Packard](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/hewlett-packard/)
- [HP](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/hp/)
- [lacavera](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/lacavera/)
- [Mayor](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/mayor/)
- [small](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/small/)
- [tony lacavera](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/tony-lacavera/)
- [WIND](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/wind/)
- [WIND Mobile](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/wind-mobile/)
- [#StartupSchool](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/startupschool/)
- [Ask](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/ask/)
- [Assumption](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/assumption/)
- [Communication](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/communication/)
- [Connected](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/connected/)
- [Crisis](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/crisis/)
- [Invest](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/invest/)
- [Management](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/management/)
- [Mindset](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/mindset/)
- [Mitigate](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/mitigate/)
- [Proactive](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/proactive/)
- [Protect](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/protect/)
- [Questions](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/questions/)
- [Reactive](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/reactive/)
- [Relationship](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/relationship/)
- [Resources](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/resources/)
- [Tips](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/tips/)
- [evolocity](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/evolocity/)
- [evolocity financial group](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/evolocity-financial-group/)
- [female](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/female/)
- [mentorship](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/mentorship/)
- [women founders fund](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/women-founders-fund/)
- [women-owned](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/women-owned/)
- [7shifts](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/7shifts/)
- [Adam Noble](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/adam-noble/)
- [Aki Energy](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/aki-energy/)
- [Alison Kennedy](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/alison-kennedy/)
- [Amélie Morency](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/amelie-morency/)
- [Andrea Palmer](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/andrea-palmer/)
- [Andy Nulman](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/andy-nulman/)
- [Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/atlantic-canada-opportunities-agency/)
- [Awake Labs](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/awake-labs/)
- [Bob Williamson](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/bob-williamson/)
- [Bohemian Findings](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/bohemian-findings/)
- [Breather](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/breather/)
- [CanvasPop](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/canvaspop/)
- [centre for social innovation](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/centre-for-social-innovation/)
- [Chad Ballantyne](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/chad-ballantyne/)
- [Chinova Bioworks](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/chinova-bioworks/)
- [Christine Renaud](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/christine-renaud/)
- [Cold Climate Innovation Centre](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/cold-climate-innovation-centre/)
- [Dax Dasilva](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/dax-dasilva/)
- [District 3 Innovation Centre](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/district-3-innovation-centre/)
- [Dr. Nancy Markley](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/dr-nancy-markley/)
- [E-180](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/e-180/)
- [East Coast Lifestyle](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/east-coast-lifestyle/)
- [East Valley Ventures](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/east-valley-ventures/)
- [Eli Fathi](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/eli-fathi/)
- [Exciton Technologies](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/exciton-technologies/)
- [fluid review](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/fluid-review/)
- [Founder & Chief Strategist](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/founder-chief-strategist/)
- [freshdesk](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/freshdesk/)
- [Hope Milner](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/hope-milner/)
- [iBIONICS](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/ibionics/)
- [Inc](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/inc/)
- [iTel Networks](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/itel-networks/)
- [Jack Kobayashi & Antonio Zedda](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/jack-kobayashi-antonio-zedda/)
- [Jameson Group](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/jameson-group/)
- [Jennifer LeBrun](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/jennifer-lebrun/)
- [John McLaughlin](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/john-mclaughlin/)
- [John Zubak](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/john-zubak/)
- [Kamloops Innovation](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/kamloops-innovation/)
- [Karen Flavelle](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/karen-flavelle/)
- [Kennedy Cognitive Services](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/kennedy-cognitive-services/)
- [Kinova Robotics](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/kinova-robotics/)
- [KZA Architects](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/kza-architects/)
- [Lightspeed](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/lightspeed/)
- [Magnusmode](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/magnusmode/)
- [Mealshare](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/mealshare/)
- [Meredith Powell](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/meredith-powell/)
- [MindBridge Ai](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/mindbridge-ai/)
- [MPowrx](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/mpowrx/)
- [Nadia Hamilton](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/nadia-hamilton/)
- [Natasha Dhayagude](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/natasha-dhayagude/)
- [Nobal Technologies](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/nobal-technologies/)
- [Noble Tech Inc.](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/noble-tech-inc/)
- [Noel Asmar Group](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/noel-asmar-group/)
- [North Forge Technology Exchange](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/north-forge-technology-exchange/)
- [Nudge](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/nudge/)
- [Pieter Boekhoff](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/pieter-boekhoff/)
- [Prince's Operation Entrepreneur](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/princes-operation-entrepreneur/)
- [Purdy's Chocolatier](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/purdys-chocolatier/)
- [QRA Corp](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/qra-corp/)
- [RafikiMedia](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/rafikimedia/)
- [Randy Yatscoff](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/randy-yatscoff/)
- [Resson](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/resson/)
- [Salon 1861](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/salon-1861/)
- [scotia bank](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/scotia-bank/)
- [Shaheel Hooda](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/shaheel-hooda/)
- [Shorefast Foundation](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/shorefast-foundation/)
- [Stiletto](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/stiletto/)
- [SuraiTea](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/suraitea/)
- [Surface Medical Inc.](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/surface-medical-inc/)
- [survey monkey](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/survey-monkey/)
- [Swarochish Goswami](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/swarochish-goswami/)
- [TextNow](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/textnow/)
- [The Creative Space](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/the-creative-space/)
- [The Food Room](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/the-food-room/)
- [The Next Big Thing](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/the-next-big-thing/)
- [Trulioo](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/trulioo/)
- [ULAT Dryer Balls](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/ulat-dryer-balls/)
- [UNB](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/unb/)
- [Upstreet Craft Brewing](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/upstreet-craft-brewing/)
- [Zita Cobb](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/zita-cobb/)
- [competition](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/competition/)
- [israel](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/israel/)
- [startup tel aviv](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/startup-tel-aviv/)
- [tel aviv](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/tel-aviv/)
- [wolf blass wines](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/wolf-blass-wines/)
- [david souaid](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/david-souaid/)
- [elizabeth audette-bourdeau](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/elizabeth-audette-bourdeau/)
- [emily role antflick](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/emily-role-antflick/)
- [heather evans](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/heather-evans/)
- [kari gordon](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/kari-gordon/)
- [shecosystem](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/shecosystem/)
- [spreza](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/spreza/)
- [welbi](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/welbi/)
- [women entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/women-entrepreneurs/)
- [women in business](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/women-in-business/)
- [yumibox](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/yumibox/)
- [yumitrition](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/yumitrition/)
- [big data](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/big-data/)
- [connected cars](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/connected-cars/)
- [connected vehicles](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/connected-vehicles/)
- [future](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/future/)
- [Geotab](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/geotab/)
- [Internet of Things](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/internet-of-things/)
- [IoT](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/iot/)
- [manufacturing](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/manufacturing/)
- [Neil Cawse](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/neil-cawse/)
- [safety](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/safety/)
- [small businesses](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/small-businesses/)
- [technology](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/technology/)
- [telematics](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/telematics/)
- [transportation](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/transportation/)
- [trends](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/trends/)
- [#startuppodcast](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/startuppodcast/)
- [agility](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/agility/)
- [ambassador](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/ambassador/)
- [branding](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/branding/)
- [domains](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/domains/)
- [engagement](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/engagement/)
- [entrepreneurial](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/entrepreneurial/)
- [inspiration](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/inspiration/)
- [podcast](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/podcast/)
- [rebel](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/rebel/)
- [rob villeneuve](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/rob-villeneuve/)
- [spokesperson](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/spokesperson/)
- [startup life](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/startup-life/)
- [story](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/story/)
- [storytelling](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/storytelling/)
- [tools](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/tools/)
- [#canadacreatif](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/canadacreatif/)
- [#creativecanada](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/creativecanada/)
- [creative canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/creative-canada/)
- [google](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/google/)
- [national dialogues](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/national-dialogues/)
- [report](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/report/)
- [social sciences and humanities research council](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/social-sciences-and-humanities-research-council/)
- [SSHRC](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/sshrc/)
- [accessnow](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/accessnow/)
- [brad woodside](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/brad-woodside/)
- [entrepreneur promotion](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/entrepreneur-promotion/)
- [global entrepreneurship](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/global-entrepreneurship/)
- [gomma](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/gomma/)
- [heather abbey](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/heather-abbey/)
- [high-growth](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/high-growth/)
- [indigenous](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/indigenous/)
- [innovation award](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/innovation-award/)
- [lifetime achievement](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/lifetime-achievement/)
- [maayan ziv](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/maayan-ziv/)
- [mayor of fredericton](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/mayor-of-fredericton/)
- [melina terra salomon](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/melina-terra-salomon/)
- [newcomer entrepreneur](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/newcomer-entrepreneur/)
- [north forge](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/north-forge/)
- [Opportunities New Brunswick](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/opportunities-new-brunswick/)
- [policy prize](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/policy-prize/)
- [randy yatscoffm TEC edmonton](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/randy-yatscoffm-tec-edmonton/)
- [Scotiabanks](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/scotiabanks/)
- [senior entrepreneur](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/senior-entrepreneur/)
- [shopindigc.ca](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/shopindigc-ca/)
- [social enterprise](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/social-enterprise/)
- [surface medical](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/surface-medical/)
- [swish goswami](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/swish-goswami/)
- [women entrepreneur](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/women-entrepreneur/)
- [young entrepreneur](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/young-entrepreneur/)
- [#StartupGov](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/startupgov/)
- [bootcamps](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/bootcamps/)
- [2017](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/2017/)
- [beacon agency](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/beacon-agency/)
- [janice mcdonald](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/janice-mcdonald/)
- [women's day](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/womens-day/)
- [#StartupCanAwards](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/startupcanawards/)
- [digital](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/digital/)
- [digital adoption](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/digital-adoption/)
- [digitalsbos](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/digitalsbos/)
- [diversity](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/diversity/)
- [government small business](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/government-small-business/)
- [bruce croxon](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/bruce-croxon/)
- [Minister of Small Business](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/minister-of-small-business/)
- [Canadian Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/canadian-gay-lesbian-chamber-of-commerce/)
- [Darrell Schuurman](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/darrell-schuurman/)
- [Export Development Canada](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/export-development-canada/)
- [Go Global Workshop Weekend](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/go-global-workshop-weekend/)
- [ImpactCup by Entrelaunch](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/impactcup-by-entrelaunch/)
- [Innovation Central Society](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/innovation-central-society/)
- [LGBT Business Conference & Americas Summit](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/lgbt-business-conference-americas-summit/)
- [Matt Hutcheon](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/matt-hutcheon/)
- [Rebecca Palmer](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/rebecca-palmer/)
- [hiring](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/hiring/)
- [capital](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/capital/)
- [investors](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/investors/)
- [winning](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/winning/)
- [Grants](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/grants/)
- [StartupWomen](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/startupwomen/)
- [Women in STEM](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/women-in-stem/)
- [Indigenous entrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/indigenous-entrepreneurs/)
- [pitch competittion](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/pitch-competittion/)
- [Pow Wow Pitch](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/pow-wow-pitch/)
- [reconciliation](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/reconciliation/)
- [Stories](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/stories/)
- [sunshine tenasco](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/sunshine-tenasco/)
- [microgrant](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/microgrant/)
- [engineering](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/engineering/)
- [inventor](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/inventor/)
- [math](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/math/)
- [science](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/science/)
- [socent](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/socent/)
- [STEM](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/stem/)
- [tech](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/tech/)
- [thrive](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/thrive/)
- [export](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/export/)
- [market](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/market/)
- [Trade Commissioner](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/trade-commissioner/)
- [leasing](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/leasing/)
- [office](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/office/)
- [office rental](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/office-rental/)
- [work](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/work/)
- [learning](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/learning/)
- [skillbuilding](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/skillbuilding/)
- [socialenterprise](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/socialenterprise/)
- [vanessa](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/vanessa/)
- [womeninSTEM](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/womeninstem/)
- [workshop](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/workshop/)
- [family](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/family/)
- [mom](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/mom/)
- [potential](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/potential/)
- [hill day](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/hill-day/)
- [thrive podcast](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/thrive-podcast/)
- [women founders](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/women-founders/)
- [womens fund](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/womens-fund/)
- [pitch competition](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/pitch-competition/)
- [Sharmin Habib](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/sharmin-habib/)
- [Trade Commissioner Service](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/trade-commissioner-service/)
- [Umay CARE](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/umay-care/)
- [Ananda Designs](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/ananda-designs/)
- [biotech](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/biotech/)
- [health tech](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/health-tech/)
- [Emily Bland](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/emily-bland/)
- [environmental](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/environmental/)
- [Newfoundland](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/newfoundland/)
- [social entrerprise](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/social-entrerprise/)
- [SucSeed](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/sucseed/)
- [Startup Day](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/startup-day/)
- [CPAC](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/cpac/)
- [Mitacs](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/mitacs/)
- [universities](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/universities/)
- [money](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/money/)
- [embassy of israel](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/embassy-of-israel/)
- [jlm](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/jlm/)
- [nimrod barkan](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/nimrod-barkan/)
- [saccade analytics](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/saccade-analytics/)
- [success](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/success/)
- [ananda devices](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/ananda-devices/)
- [orbitless](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/orbitless/)
- [pitch](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/pitch/)
- [awards ceremony](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/awards-ceremony/)
- [canadian busines](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/canadian-busines/)
- [small business owner](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/small-business-owner/)
- [AI](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/ai/)
- [content](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/content/)
- [Data](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/data/)
- [ebook](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/ebook/)
- [featured](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/featured/)
- [Healthcare](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/healthcare/)
- [interviews](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/interviews/)
- [Machine Learning](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/machine-learning/)
- [Microsoft](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/microsoft/)
- [profile](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/profile/)
- [alex benay](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/alex-benay/)
- [chief information officer](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/chief-information-officer/)
- [ample](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/ample/)
- [cannabis](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/cannabis/)
- [software](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/software/)
- [empower](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/empower/)
- [faith](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/faith/)
- [Online](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/online/)
- [social media](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/social-media/)
- [cash prize](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/cash-prize/)
- [edmonton](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/edmonton/)
- [expansion](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/expansion/)
- [final showdown](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/final-showdown/)
- [mississauga](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/mississauga/)
- [win](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/win/)
- [host](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/host/)
- [teams](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/teams/)
- [website](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/website/)
- [iwd2019](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/iwd2019/)
- [#b2b](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/b2b/)
- [#customer](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/customer/)
- [#IT](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/it/)
- [cheekbone beauty](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/cheekbone-beauty/)
- [black](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/black/)
- [blind](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/blind/)
- [medtech](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/medtech/)
- [beeswax](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/beeswax/)
- [Food](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/food/)
- [leader](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/leader/)
- [sheeo](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/sheeo/)
- [Sustainable](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/sustainable/)
- [woman](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/woman/)
- [hootsuite](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/hootsuite/)
- [#News](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/news/)
- [#PressRelease](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/pressrelease/)
- [dragons](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/dragons/)
- [nicole](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/nicole/)
- [verkindt](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/verkindt/)
- [career](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/career/)
- [fire](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/fire/)
- [hire](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/hire/)
- [HR](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/hr/)
- [inclusion](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/inclusion/)
- [psychology](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/psychology/)
- [wellness](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/wellness/)
- [#employee](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/employee/)
- [#employer](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/employer/)
- [#scale](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/scale/)
- [deputy](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/deputy/)
- [canadian export challenge](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/canadian-export-challenge/)
- [ecb verdyol](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/ecb-verdyol/)
- [alberta](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/alberta/)
- [networks](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/networks/)
- [StartupCalgary](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/startupcalgary/)
- [support](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/support/)
- [guide](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/guide/)
- [knowledge](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/knowledge/)
- [sharing](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/sharing/)
- [citizens](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/citizens/)
- [information](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/information/)
- [process](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/process/)
- [services](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/services/)
- [angel](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/angel/)
- [health](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/health/)
- [healthtec](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/healthtec/)
- [relentless](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/relentless/)
- [socialgood](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/socialgood/)
- [blog](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/blog/)
- [coach](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/coach/)
- [development](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/development/)
- [leisse](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/leisse/)
- [wilcox](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/wilcox/)
- [writer](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/writer/)
- [accelerators](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/accelerators/)
- [TechStars](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/techstars/)
- [women in tech](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/women-in-tech/)
- [early stage](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/early-stage/)
- [Jill Earthy](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/jill-earthy/)
- [#platform](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/platform/)
- [alecandra](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/alecandra/)
- [careteam](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/careteam/)
- [greenhill](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/greenhill/)
- [healthtech](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/healthtech/)
- [medicine](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/medicine/)
- [patient](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/patient/)
- [efficiency](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/efficiency/)
- [organization](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/organization/)
- [planning](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/planning/)
- [solution](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/solution/)
- [workplace](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/workplace/)
- [freepr](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/freepr/)
- [journalism](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/journalism/)
- [journalist](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/journalist/)
- [press](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/press/)
- [publicrelations](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/publicrelations/)
- [oxford](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/oxford/)
- [oxfordentrepreneur](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/oxfordentrepreneur/)
- [investing](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/investing/)
- [investmentbanking](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/investmentbanking/)
- [piqueventures](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/piqueventures/)
- [socialentrepreneurs](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/socialentrepreneurs/)
- [trailblazer](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/trailblazer/)
- [blockchain](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/blockchain/)
- [realestate](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/realestate/)
- [REITIUM](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/reitium/)
- [womenintech](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/womenintech/)
- [lesbianswhotech](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/lesbianswhotech/)
- [fireside conference](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/fireside-conference/)
- [firstnations](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/firstnations/)
- [foodsecurity](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/foodsecurity/)
- [nunavut](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/nunavut/)
- [ecommerce](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/ecommerce/)
- [ecommercebusiness](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/ecommercebusiness/)
- [ecommercestore](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/ecommercestore/)
- [onlinebusiness](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/onlinebusiness/)
- [designthinking](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/designthinking/)
- [techsupport](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/techsupport/)
- [niche](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/niche/)
- [food production](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/food-production/)
- [business partner](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/business-partner/)
- [networking](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/networking/)
- [relationships](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/relationships/)
- [construction](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/construction/)
- [athlete](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/athlete/)
- [beauty](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/beauty/)
- [fashion](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/fashion/)
- [confidence](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/confidence/)
- [online business](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/online-business/)
- [rbc](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/rbc/)
- [SDG](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/sdg/)
- [#CanadianEntrepreneurship](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/canadianentrepreneurship/)
- [#CheersToTheChangemakers](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/cheerstothechangemakers/)
- [#CircularDesign](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/circulardesign/)
- [#ClimateAction](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/climateaction/)
- [#SocialImpact](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/socialimpact/)
- [#Sustainability](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/sustainability/)
- [#CDNBiz](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/cdnbiz/)
- [#RompeRrevolution](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/romperrevolution/)
- [#smashtessfam](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/smashtessfam/)
- [#corporate](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/corporate/)
- [#energize](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/energize/)
- [#goals](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/goals/)
- [#honesty](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/honesty/)
- [#Moneris](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/moneris/)
- [#opportunity](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/opportunity/)
- [#values](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/values/)
- [#EnjoyScout](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/enjoyscout/)
- [#oceanconservation](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/oceanconservation/)
- [#saveouroceans](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/saveouroceans/)
- [#HealthOverHustle](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/healthoverhustle/)
- [#mentalhealth](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/mentalhealth/)
- [#holidaywishlist](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/holidaywishlist/)
- [#inniskillin](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/inniskillin/)
- [#AbokichiLife](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/abokichilife/)
- [#JapaneseFoods](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/japanesefoods/)
- [#Miso](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/miso/)
- [#CircularEconomy](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/circulareconomy/)
- [#FamilyBusiness](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/familybusiness/)
- [#KidsWear](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/kidswear/)
- [#LittleNudniks](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/littlenudniks/)
- [#Nudnik](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/nudnik/)
- [#PurchasingPower](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/purchasingpower/)
- [#TextileWaste](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/textilewaste/)
- [#ZeroWaste](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/zerowaste/)
- [#Babbly](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/babbly/)
- [#FamilyTech](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/familytech/)
- [#HumanCentredDesign](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/humancentreddesign/)
- [#Mandate](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/mandate/)
- [#Mission](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/mission/)
- [#Nursery](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/nursery/)
- [#Resilience](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/resilience/)
- [#Accessibility](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/accessibility/)
- [#CommunitySupport](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/communitysupport/)
- [#Disabilities](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/disabilities/)
- [#Enable](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/enable/)
- [#EqualAccess](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/equalaccess/)
- [#Nursing](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/nursing/)
- [#Pivot](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/pivot/)
- [#Pivoting](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/pivoting/)
- [#SupportWorker](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/supportworker/)
- [#AgricultureTechnology](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/agriculturetechnology/)
- [#AgTech](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/agtech/)
- [#barrelwise](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/barrelwise/)
- [#wine](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/wine/)
- [#winemaking](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/winemaking/)
- [#CommunicationSkills](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/communicationskills/)
- [#Negotiation](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/negotiation/)
- [#PublicSpeaking](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/publicspeaking/)
- [#TalkMaze](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/talkmaze/)
- [#Youth](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/youth/)
- [#YouthEmpowerment](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/youthempowerment/)
- [#YouthEntrepreneurship](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/youthentrepreneurship/)
- [#AdoptingTech](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/adoptingtech/)
- [#FutureofWork](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/futureofwork/)
- [#MicrosoftCanada](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/microsoftcanada/)
- [#MicrosoftTeams](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/microsoftteams/)
- [#Staff](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/staff/)
- [#Barbados](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/barbados/)
- [#Bliss](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/bliss/)
- [#BlissSk8Shop](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/blisssk8shop/)
- [#CommunityBuilding](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/communitybuilding/)
- [#Jamaica](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/jamaica/)
- [#Skateboarding](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/skateboarding/)
- [#THRIVEPodcast](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/thrivepodcast/)
- [#Uganda](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/uganda/)
- [#Windsor](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/windsor/)
- [#Communications](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/communications/)
- [#Execution](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/execution/)
- [#RelationshipBuilding](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/relationshipbuilding/)
- [#Ava](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/ava/)
- [#AvaGrows](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/avagrows/)
- [#ConsumerElectronics](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/consumerelectronics/)
- [#SmartGarden](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/smartgarden/)
- [#BusinessAdvising](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/businessadvising/)
- [#CanadianWine](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/canadianwine/)
- [#CustomerInvolvement](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/customerinvolvement/)
- [#CustomerService](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/customerservice/)
- [#InvolvingCustomers](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/involvingcustomers/)
- [#ProductDevelopment](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/productdevelopment/)
- [#Reputation](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/reputation/)
- [#Wineries](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/wineries/)
- [#Discipline](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/discipline/)
- [#Mindfulness](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/mindfulness/)
- [#QualityOfLife](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/qualityoflife/)
- [#Scaling](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/scaling/)
- [#SelfCare](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/selfcare/)
- [#SmallBusiness](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/smallbusiness/)
- [#StartupWomenPodcast](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/startupwomenpodcast/)
- [#SubscriptionBox](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/subscriptionbox/)
- [#Therapy](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/therapy/)
- [#WomensEmpowerment](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/womensempowerment/)
- [#BusinessEcosystem](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/businessecosystem/)
- [#BusinessRecovery](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/businessrecovery/)
- [#BusinessRecoveryPlan](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/businessrecoveryplan/)
- [#CommunityRecovery](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/communityrecovery/)
- [#COVID](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/covid/)
- [#COVID19](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/covid19/)
- [#DisasterRecovery](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/disasterrecovery/)
- [#Farmers](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/farmers/)
- [#Farming](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/farming/)
- [#PulseTest](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/pulsetest/)
- [#RuralEcosystem](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/ruralecosystem/)
- [#RuralEntrepreneurship](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/ruralentrepreneurship/)
- [#AngelaPercival](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/angelapercival/)
- [#Arc’teryx](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/arcteryx/)
- [#Creative](https://www.startupcan.ca/tag/creative/)

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