Y Combinator to Resume Investing in Canadian Companies
Silicon Valley incubator Y Combinator reverses its policy after backlash from Canadian tech entrepreneurs, reaffirming commitment to Canadian startups and founders.
Category : Tech Startups
Investors Defend Canada After Y Combinator's Exclusion Move
Silicon Valley accelerator Y Combinator's decision to stop backing Canadian-registered companies has prompted investors to defend Canada's startup ecosystem while calling for domestic improvements.
Y Combinator Cuts Canada from Investment Countries
Silicon Valley startup incubator Y Combinator has quietly removed Canada from its list of countries where it invests, sparking concerns about the Canadian tech ecosystem's competitiveness.
Gen Z Duo Moves $35M Canadian Startup to U.S.
A young Canadian tech startup, Internet Backyard, valued at $35 million, has moved its operations to the United States, highlighting ongoing challenges for innovation in Canada.
Y Combinator Drops Canada from Investment Countries List
U.S. startup incubator Y Combinator has removed Canada from its list of countries where it invests, fueling concerns about Canada's tech ecosystem competitiveness.
Vancouver Conference Aims to Unite Indigenous Tech Community
Vancouver hosts the first Indigenous Tech Conference, connecting Indigenous professionals in the tech industry and fostering community growth. Learn about the event's goals and key participants.
$2.2M provincial funding for Saskatchewan tech projects
The Saskatchewan government is investing $2.2 million in nine homegrown tech initiatives, aiming to boost innovation and economic growth across the province.
26 Canadian Startups to Watch in 2026
Despite a tough VC climate, these 26 Canadian startups are tackling hard problems and attracting investor attention. Discover the companies changing how we live and work.
2025 ConTech Accelerator Winners Announced in Mississauga
EllisDon and Impulse Partners reveal the eight winning startups from their 2025 ConTech Accelerator, showcasing innovations set to transform Canadian construction sites with AI, robotics, and safety tech.
Conexus Venture Capital Fund Reaches $30M Investment Goal
Conexus Venture Capital's second fund has been oversubscribed, hitting its $30 million target to fuel high-growth tech startups in Saskatchewan. Discover how this capital injection will accelerate the province's innovation ecosystem.
Flex AI raises $60M for mid-market finance tools
AI startup Flex has raised US$60 million in funding to develop financial tools for mid-sized businesses. This investment aims to address a critical gap in the market.
Sonder: From McGill dorm startup to bankruptcy
The dramatic rise and fall of Sonder, the Montreal-born hospitality startup that challenged Airbnb before filing for bankruptcy in 2025. Learn how a student side hustle became a billion-dollar company.
UCeed marks 5 years with $30M for Canadian startups
UCeed, Canada's largest university-based venture fund, celebrates five years of combining philanthropy with startup funding. Learn how it's driving innovation and economic growth.
AI Megadeals Drive Canadian VC to $1.8B in Q3
Canadian venture capital activity rose to $1.8B in Q3 2025, fueled by AI megadeals like Cohere. Despite the quarterly uptick, year-to-date investment of $4.9B lags significantly behind 2024.
Black Startups Secure Record $400K at DMZ Summit
Toronto's DMZ tech hub makes history as Black entrepreneurs secure unprecedented funding during Canada's largest Black Innovation Summit, marking a watershed moment for diversity in tech.
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