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BDC’s Thrive Lab announces 25 co-investment partners

$35 million envelope will target women-led businesses aligned with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The Business Development Bank of Canada’s (BDC) Thrive Lab is…

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Canada attracts 30,000 tech workers, BDC wants Thrive co-investment partners

Plus: Shopify is building entrepreneurs an AI Sidekick. Welcome to BetaKit’s startup stories of the week! Here, you will find the week’s most important…

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BDC shares more detail on $100-million Thrive Lab, including $35-million co-investment commitment

Initial phase will focus on early-stage, women-led businesses with social impact. The Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) has officially launched its Thrive Lab…

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Protein Industries Canada secures $30 million from Pan-Canadian AI Strategy, launches AI-focused co-investment program

Applications for the new program are open until October 26. Federal innovation cluster Protein Industries Canada (PIC) has received a $30 million commitment from…

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