Bolt Logistics rebrands to GoBolt, expands supply chain network to US
GoBolt hopes third name’s the charm as it eyes new global markets.
Alberta IoT secures $1.5 million from PrairiesCan, Alberta Innovates for accelerator programs
Alberta IoT’s funding is the latest in several government commitments to Alberta’s tech sector.
Vector Institute awards nearly $2 million in scholarships for Ontario AI students
Vector wants to take a bite out of the tech talent crunch.
Australia-based Spacer acquires WhereiPark to fuel North American expansion
WhereiPark gets acquired as Spacer gears up for widening international footprint.
Alida set to expand into Alberta with new Edmonton office, plans to hire over 100
Alida taps into Edmonton as SaaS startup bolsters international footprint.
Used vehicle marketplace Clutch secures $150 million in debt from Neuberger Berman to expand its fleet
Clutch claims thousands of pre-owned vehicles are for sale on its marketplace.
Certn raises $65.1 million CAD to scale background check tech beyond Canada
With fresh funds, Certn plans to hire 160 new roles this year.
Dapper Labs launches $725 million ecosystem fund for Flow blockchain innovation
The fund is a joint commitment with participation from a16z, Coatue, Coinfund, others.
Georgian backs Vention again in $123.7 million CAD in Series C round
This is the second Georgian-led round for the industrial tech startup.
Plusgrade to acquire TSX and Nasdaq-listed loyalty commerce startup Points
Points hopes to surf the wave of the post-pandemic travel boom.
Applications close May 31 for Amii’s AI program for women and gender-diverse people
Women make up only 32 percent of the AI workforce; Amii wants to change that.
Tilr secures $1.3 million grant from Ontario through Skills Development Fund
Tlir is one of over 200 companies financed in the second SDF round.
Platform Calgary opens applications for Calgary Fintech Awards
Participating startups get a chance to win up to $250,000.
Validere acquires Clairifi to offer regulatory reporting capabilities for oil and gas firms
Validere wants to drill ESG compliance into energy companies with Clairifi acquisition.
Playmaker acquires New York-based sports media company The Sports Drop
Playmaker continues sports media acquisitions spree.