CVCA CEO: Tech still needs influx of capital given possible investor pullback, even as liquidity concerns calm
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CVCA CEO: Tech still needs influx of capital given possible investor pullback, even as liquidity concerns calm

Longer-term impact of SVB fallout has some in Canadian tech worried. While Kim Furlong admits that actions taken by regulators appear to have assuaged…

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Investor liquidity issues are putting the squeeze on Canadian startups

In the worst tech downturn in more than a decade, some LPs aren’t honouring capital calls from Canadian VCs. It’s killing deals. Last week,…

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Statements from Alberta innovation minister cast doubt on return of investor tax credit
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Statements from Alberta innovation minister cast doubt on return of investor tax credit

Glubish: “the AITC was not working to create long-term sustainable tech companies.” That Alberta’s government cares deeply about the success of the province’s tech…

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FinTech investor Holt Xchange launches fund at intersection of Web3, sports media, entertainment
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FinTech investor Holt Xchange launches fund at intersection of Web3, sports media, entertainment

Advisory council includes DeMar DeRozan, Raine Maida, and Milos Raonic. Montréal-based early-stage FinTech investor Holt Xchange has launched a fund focused on financial technologies…

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Spring Activator launches Women-led Impact Investor Challenge with Telus Pollinator Fund

The previous edition of the fund focused on healthcare, naming UVX Inc. as the winner. Vancouver-based incubator and accelerator Spring Activator has expanded its…

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Vetster raises $30 million in Series B, partners with investor Pet Meds

Vetster puts its paws on a new partnership. Toronto-based pet tech startup Vetster has secured $37.8 million CAD ($30 million USD) in what it…

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