Startup Canada Podcast: Recent Episodes
Rick Spence
On the Startup Canada 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 from social innovation to the future of work, investing, and why we need to think bigger to take our businesses global.
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 post Reconnecting People, Places and Culture Through Plants with Shayla Chalifoux first appeared on Startup Canada.
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.
The post Transforming Caregiving: When Engineering Meets Empathy with Andrew Karesa first appeared on Startup Canada.
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.
The post How Pop Up Comedy is Powering Small Business with Cole Chauvin first appeared on Startup Canada.
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: Check out this generative AI course on Coursera. Learn how to use prompting to enhance your creativity, save time, and accomplish everyday tasks. This course is an ideal starting point for anyone looking to understand AI’s practical applications, no experience required.
- AI for SMBs Course: Tailored specifically for small businesses, this resource provides actionable skills to simplify work, save time, and put AI to work for them.
- NotebookLM: As a thinking partner powered by AI, NotebookLM helps users analyze sources, turn complex information into clear insights, and transform content.
- Grow with Google: Explore free training, tools, and courses to help you expand your digital presence and build key business skills.
- Google Canada’s Economic Impact Report: This report provides a look at how Google’s innovations and products are helping Canadians, workers and businesses, and explores the future potential of AI for Canada.
The post Google, AI and Your Business: What Entrepreneurs Need to Know with Natasha Walji first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 post Documenting Decisions: Clarity for the Construction Industry with Karly Heffernan first appeared on Startup Canada.
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.
The post The Power of Emotional Literacy for Entrepreneurs with Rhiannon Rosalind first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 the evolving landscape of supply chain management.
The post Solving the Messy Middle of Manufacturing with AI with Kathleen Chan first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 services for 3 months to our listeners!
The post Clarity Over Complexity: Email and AI for Small Business with Amanda Parker first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 of feedback loops in operations, and the future direction of the organization, including expansion into the U.S. market. The conversation emphasizes the need for continuous improvement and the value of diverse talent in the workforce.
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The post Scaling Smart: Riipen’s Marketplace Approach with Sarah Blackmore first appeared on Startup Canada.
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.
The post Investing in Misfits: How Difference Drives Innovation with Mandy Potter first appeared on Startup Canada.
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.
The post Trees, Technology and Transparency with Derrick Emsley first appeared on Startup Canada.
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.
The post Buying Business: How to Spot Opportunity in the Ordinary with Maureen Ngo first appeared on Startup Canada.
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.”
The post Upskilling a New Generation of Leaders with Sarah Stockdale first appeared on Startup Canada.
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.
The post Redefining Representation Starts with Play with Samantha Ong first appeared on Startup Canada.
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.
The post Love, Identity, and Moissanite with Justin De Bernardi first appeared on Startup Canada.
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.
The post Food Sovereignty and Biology as Software with Jon Lomow first appeared on Startup Canada.
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
The post Staying on Top: Collars, Community an Conscious Business with Braden Haley first appeared on Startup Canada.
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.
The post Swift Shift: Changing the Game with Zechariah Thomas first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 Unicorn.
The post Funding, Values and Growth with Colum Connolly and Elizabeth Murphy first appeared on Startup Canada.
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.
The post From Erasure to Evidence: Why Queer Archives Matter with Raegan Swanson first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 our 2SLGBTQIA+ Resource Guide, proudly supported by Wealthy Unicorn.
The post Joy as Progress: Designing for Every Body with Rae Hill first appeared on Startup Canada.
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, Frida for mental health, and Foria for gender-affirming care, showcasing the company’s commitment to inclusivity and patient-centered care.
Check out our 2SLGBTQIA+ Resource Guide, proudly supported by Wealthy Unicorn.
The post PrEP, Pride and Purpose with Dr.Caley Shukalek first appeared on Startup Canada.
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.
The post A Vision for Canadian Digital Sovereignty with Ben Waldman first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 systemic inadequacies in women’s health information.
The post ReThinking Birth Control: Reya Health with Dallas Barnes first appeared on Startup Canada.
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.
The post Building a Marketplace for a Missing Market with Nicole Murphy and Kayla Alexander first appeared on Startup Canada.
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.
The post Transforming Travel and Community Tourism with Bruce Poon Tip first appeared on Startup Canada.
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.
The post Change Starts With You (And Strategy) with Maiden Manzanal Frank first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 in business.
The post Turning Setbacks into Comebacks with Sarah Thompson and Jamie Rigby first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 success.
Get your tickets for the Startup Canada Tour in Calgary on April 29th. For 50% off your ticket, use code Maddie50 at checkout.
The post Dancing for Good: Music, Community and Charity with Victoria Morton first appeared on Startup Canada.
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.
Watch this episode on YouTube
The post Connecting Menstruators Across Canada with Nadia Ladak and Rashmi Prakash first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 narrative around menopause.
Watch this episode on YouTube.
The post Exploring Menopause and Perimenopause with Lori Casselman first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 building trust and community in health.
Watch this episode on Youtube.
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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 overcoming stigma in women’s health discussions and the challenges faced by female entrepreneurs in securing investment.
Learn about Femtech’s 2025 budget proposal here.
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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.
The post Resilient and Ready: The Rain Gear Pro Story with Keilan Clark first appeared on Startup Canada.
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.
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The post Warm Traditions: Building a Sustainable Business in the North with Brenda Dragon first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 post Courage and Impact: Building Eco-Friendly Brands with Jeremy Lang first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 $75,000, to help diverse entrepreneurs overcome barriers to starting their businesses.
The post Supported and Funded Business Journeys with Andrea Welling first appeared on Startup Canada.
In this episode, Matt Cohen, Founder and CEO of PlaySpace, a digital health platform focused on improving mental health care for children, discusses the evolution of therapy from in-person sessions to virtual environments, emphasizing the importance of engaging children in therapy through play.
The post Can Technology Transform Mental Health Care for Children? with Matt Cohen first appeared on Startup Canada.
Emily Mercy lives by the principle that whatever your mind can conceive, it can achieve. Emily has always been a creator and had the ability to visualize the outcomes that she hopes to achieve. As the Co-Founder and the Managing Director at Goparity Canada, Emily has gained valuable insights into the challenges facing the Canadian social finance landscape. Everyday she works to advance the possibilities in Canadian sustainable finance and improving accessibility in this sector.
Make sure to tune in to this episode for information on how to redeem a 50$ voucher towards your first investment with GoParity. The voucher will end on April 1 2025.
To use the voucher, please do the following;
1. Open a new Goparity Canada investment account here.
2. When creating a new account, make sure you complete all of the onboarding questions. Please note that Goparity requires your SIN number for tax reporting purposes.
3. Now, when you invest in a project, the $50 voucher will be automatically applied and invested in that project
The post Creating and Contributing to an Inclusive Society with Emily Mercy first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 Wavy, she can be found adventuring outdoors or cooking up a new recipe.
The post Solving the Connection Conundrum with Shawn Hewat first appeared on Startup Canada.
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.
The post How Tech Can Transform Travel with Shelley Montreuil first appeared on Startup Canada.
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.
The post Seeds of Success: Revolutionizing Indoor Gardening with Alberto Aguilar first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 post Lyrics That Matter: Combining Tech and Music with Darryl Ballantyne first appeared on Startup Canada.
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.
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The post Connections to Culture through Streetwear with Caitlin Wemigwans first appeared on Startup Canada.
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.
He has written a book of advice and survival tactics for first-time technical founders as they make their way through their startup-to-scaleup journeys called: “COMMITTED: Startup Survival Tips and Uncommon Sense for First-Time Tech Founders”. Eldon’s book is out now!
The post Uncommon Sense for Founders with Eldon Sprickerhoff first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 managing traffic to make roads more efficient and safer.
If you missed this session at the Startup Canada Tour, now if your time to listen!
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Somia Sadiq, Founder of Narratives Inc., discusses her work in engagement, conflict transformation, and negotiating space for marginalized voices.
The post A Trauma Informed Approach to Leadership with Somia Sadiq first appeared on Startup Canada.
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.
The post Home: A Blend of Community, Sustainability and Privacy with Dave Ransier first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 product backlog and overarching vision and strategy for the AI.
The post AI, Sports and Fans with Anna O’Brien first appeared on Startup Canada.
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.
The post Give Wisely, Give Easily with Tammy Kyte first appeared on Startup Canada.
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.
The post When Technology Improves the Customer Journey with Rosana and Diogo Iwasaki first appeared on Startup Canada.
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
The post Shielding Canadian Entrepreneurs from Cybersecurity Attacks with Amanda Swain first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 striving to make the most amazing way to learn to code.
The post The Back End of Play and Learning with Paul Greenberg first appeared on Startup Canada.
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.
The post Chew on This: Success as a Solopreneur first appeared on Startup Canada.
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.
The post Disruption in the Juice Aisle with Darryl McIvor first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 of the look and feel of the brand. Steve’s ability to connect with people has contributed to the undeniable success of Matt and Steve’s.
The post Garnished with Grit: Growing Your Food Business with Steve McVicker first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 across North America and 25 countries worldwide. Greenlid makes compostable, sustainable products and was featured on CBC’s Dragons’ Den.
The post A New Era for Home Design with Jackson Wyatt first appeared on Startup Canada.
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.
The post Redefining Office Spaces: Earn the Commute with Kane Willmott first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 extreme weather conditions of Newfoundland itself, their products are perfectly suitable and comfortable for the entire Canadian climate.
Constanza is committed to employing immigrant women on her team, easing the path to better careers for them.
The post A Capable Team with a Social Mission with Constanza Safatle Ferrari first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 essential to growing a business. Since bootstrapping the company in 2001, Buddy Belts is now a million-dollar, international business with product sold in 20+ countries, and a dedicated Buddy Belts Team.
The post Harnessing Trust: Products with a Promise with Roxanne Pettipas and John Haslam first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 post Trust, Therapy and Transparency with Jake Karls first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 the photos on their walls, the stories that are told at family reunions, and the memories that last a lifetime.
The post The Future of Adventure Holidays with Richard Campbell first appeared on Startup Canada.
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.
The post Chocolate with Commitment with Nesreen Abusultan first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 school – you are taught lessons every day and the only question is whether you learn them today or tomorrow.
The post Paying Canada’s Workforce with Shrad Rao first appeared on Startup Canada.
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.
The post Take the Mic: Telling Your Story through Audio with Fatima Zaidi first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 nursing and drag to break down barriers and amplify the voices of Indigenous, Black, Asian, 2SLGBTQ+, and other underrepresented groups.
Check out our Resource Guide for 2SLGBTQIA+ business owners, entrepreneurs and folks who want to create safer and more inclusive spaces.
The post Refusing to Be Invisible: A Lesson in Unapologetic Care & Identity with Anita Landback first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 industry’s workforce.
Check out our Resource Guide for 2SLGBTQIA+ business owners, entrepreneurs and folks who want to create safer and more inclusive spaces.
The post Farming Queer Representation, and Leadership, into Agriculture with Martin Straathof first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 climbing, trail running, and more. The organization has also facilitated the certification of participants in things like Leave No Trace, Métis Plant Identification, Lead Climbing, and Avalanche Skills Training.
Check out our Resource Guide for 2SLGBTQIA+ business owners, entrepreneurs and folks who want to create safer and more inclusive spaces.
The post Creating Inclusive Experiences and Authentic Community with Judith Kasiama first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 and Northern Canada, the team is dedicated to redefining what is possible in consulting across the country – all while being guided by queerness.
Check out our Resource Guide for 2SLGBTQIA+ business owners, entrepreneurs and folks who want to create safer and more inclusive spaces.
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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, and the maintenance of mental and physical health, Campertunity is fast growing with campers and picturesque campsites are joining the platform, every day.
The post Opportunity in the Outdoors with Guita Yazdani first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 start-up mentor for women in tech and underrepresented founders.
The post Redefining Screen Time for Kids with Melissa Cash first appeared on Startup Canada.
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 to scale down this innovation and this is when the Shine turbine began – a portable wind turbine that can fit in your backpack!
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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 community, growing it to 170,000 followers and 30 million organic views on TikTok and Instagram by becoming girls’ online big sister. Apricotton has been featured in Global News, CTV Television News, BuzzFeed, and Seventeen Magazine, and is the top Google search result for “teen bra”.
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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 reins and created a platform for pill and supplement management that empowers rather than stigmatizes.
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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 across North America and have more than 250,000 users across both products.
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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 loan advisors to evaluate the financial needs of entrepreneurs and founders.
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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.
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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 her shop and the products exist to provide opportunities for members of the queer community to show love, affection, and joy for each other.
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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 for connection and joy. Whether summiting mountains or gathering around a campfire, Katie’s dedication to family, friends, and community shines through in every kernel!
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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 traditional tests, Ovry strip tests are tiny, discreet, just as accurate as any leading brand, much more affordable and each test uses 90% less single-use plastic.
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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 author and more. Most recently, Amber is the host of Success in 7,an interview series featuring Canadian small business owners to learn their story, their challenges, and their approaches to reaching success, presented by Intuit Quickbooks.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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 a fashion landscape that speaks to the individual stories of all who embrace Peau De Loup.
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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 available in some local stores in Halifax and are also shipped to customers across Canada.
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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.
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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 right tools, strategies and perspective to create a life where financial stability and joy coexist. Ellyce’s book Keeping Finance Personal: ditch the “Shoulds” and the Shame and Rewrite Your Money Story is available now.
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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 Canada.
Nicole Frey is a distinguished entrepreneur and the co-founder of the Animal Food Bank, a significant initiative devoted to addressing pet food insecurity. Her journey into animal welfare began in her hometown of Winnipeg, Manitoba, where she volunteered for the Norway House Animal Rescue Network. This experience exposed her to the challenging circumstances of dogs in northern and remote communities. Nicole recognized the absence of pet food banks in the area. This realization led her to establish the Animal Food Bank only two days later.
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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 https://www.startupcan.ca/learn/startup-canada-podcast/
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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.
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“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 world through story.
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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 to start.”
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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 brother Mark Anderson, who suffered from the darkness of depression, compounded by an addiction to alcohol, which ultimately led to Mark taking his life. During the grieving period, Darren recognized a desperate need for awareness and support surrounding mental health, addiction, and suicide.
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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 our mission.”
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“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 this episode we explore how your money might be affecting your mental health.
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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/
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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.
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“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 are matters.
Connect with Bobby at https://www.justbobbyt.com/
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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 small business products and solutions.
Connect with Katrina Olson-Mottahed on Instagram and TikTok.
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”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 northern lifestyle.
Listeners, use code STARTUPCAN for 15% off Yukon Built goods!
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“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 the Inuktitut language in Nunavut.
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“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.
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“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 operator of Wolfville Wedding Chapel located in Wolfville, Nova Scotia. She became a Justice of the Peace (JP) in 2017 and from the very first wedding she officiated (an elopement), she was head over heels for the tiny wedding approach to marriage.
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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.”
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”AI can help with automating tasks and taking some of the workload...
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“Lawyers are good, but law firms break them. That is why we...
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Giancarlo Sessa is the Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Blade Air....
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“The vicarious experience of working with an entrepreneur teaches you what it...
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Bradley Daye is the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Placemaking 4G, based in...
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“The number of women getting into cycling is increasing. Women are racing...
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”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 is creating form-fitting clothing – everything from bikini bottoms and underwear, to bras and active wear – for trans girls so they can feel comfortable and confident doing what they love to do.
Along with apparel, Jamie and Ruby have ignited a powerful community online and across the world to support, celebrate and connect trans kids and their families.
This episode is part of the 2023 Startup Canada Podcast Pride Takeover. Today and everyday, we can all do our part to make Canada a better, more inclusive place to start and grow a business.
Ready to start right now and help Ruby and Jamie #spreadtransjoy? Consider donating a pair of bottoms to a girl in need:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/cd94e5-help-me-send-form-fitting-swimwear-to-trans-girls
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“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 work has been published in The Toronto Star, Yahoo News, The Weather Network, and more. Sarah has been named a Top 25 Under 25 Environmentalist in Canada by Starfish Canada, Top 20 Under 20 in the World by Diversity in Action, and an Ontario Junior Citizen.
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“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 is a graphic designer who’s traded climbing the corporate ladder for climbing mountains around the world. Christine helps purpose-driven businesses create a cohesive branding, web design, and social content to drive their impact and sales. As featured in Top 10 Canada Design, the Brand Party Podcast delivers fun, honest, to-the-point advice that you can implement RIGHT AWAY in your entrepreneurial journey.
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“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 people with disabilities can achieve a satisfying and quality life. David was the first blind individual to graduate with a Bachelor of Science in computer science at Western University in 1978 and while there, established the first Canadian Braille facility and digital information research centre for people experiencing vision loss. David also enjoys hiking and canoeing in Nothern Ontario and the Canada’s wild Rockies.
David began his career working with Air Canada as a systems application designer and spent years at IBM immersed in software development, technical support, product design, project management and was actively involved in supporting the IBM Accessibility Team. David formed BEST Consulting in 1985 to meet the growing demand for accessibility employment issues and creates education and accommodation strategies for business and non-profit organizations.
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“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, led innovation training at various Canadian Innovation Centres, and did freelance curriculum development for a range of post-secondary institutions.
Today, Jeff has a portfolio of work that includes being a freelance innovation coach and consultant for big brands, co-owning Lane Two Learning Inc, where he builds & launches courses for large organizations like Canon Canada, and is the co-owner of The Maker’s Collective. With The Maker’s Collective, Jeff has become a thought leader in the Future of Work, Side Hustling, and the Gig Economy, having designed and delivered side hustle 101 – an online course that has helped over 450 people to thrive in the gig and creator economies.
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“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.
Reporting has taken Karen to the Arctic, down the Mackenzie River, and into the Yukon backcountry.
Karen graduated from the University of King’s College with a bachelor of journalism in 2014 and that year was the recipient of the Gordon Sinclair Roving Reporter Bursary.
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“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 Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside (DTES). We use entrepreneurship as a vehicle to cultivate community, a sense of belonging, and confidence for people facing work and social barriers. We provide free access to skills training resources like business planning, mentorship, and education opportunities to empower people who face barriers to become the resource themselves and help others, creating a ripple effect of impact.
Christina created the Cardboard Project, which seeks to engage local entrepreneurs in the Downtown Eastside with the other members of the public to raise awareness and showcase artists’ voices. Recently, she was nominated for the 2020 YWCA Women of Distinction in the Non-Profit category, a recipient of the 2021 Globe and Mail’s top 50 Business Changemakers in Canada, and selected as a recipient for the VISA Canada She’s Next Grant recipient
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“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 event platform, his other business is eSAX (The Entrepreneur Social Advantage Experience) Virtual Events which hosts exciting virtual experiences for others.
He is the embodiment of the small business spirit and has more than 700 videos on the eSAX YouTube channel covering entrepreneurship, networking, and virtual event resources. Jarrod Goldsmith is a true small business success story.
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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 for powering this episode of the Startup Canada Podcast. Without EDC, we could not support the growth of entrepreneurs like Bronwyn to take their businesses to the next level and find success on the world stage. For more information and resources, visit w w w dot E D C dot ca.
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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 to enable water literacy at the press of a button. Matt is building the world’s first accurate, easy-to-use, and affordable water test device for consumers.
Matt has a Bachelor of Science with a focus on biology, chemistry, geology, and environmental assessment and policy. As CEO and Co-Founder at Drinkable, Matt leads a team of researchers strategists, technologists, and engineers.
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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 in public service has allowed her to keep operations running smoothly.
“We see our work pay off when we observe guests and see them making friends with one another. We get to witness the highlights of their summer.”
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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 the Canadian fashion landscape.”
“I founded my brand on mental health awareness, body positivity, and authentic representation. I use this to align myself with opportunities that come my way.”
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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 her the importance of protecting your head and having a safe and well-fitted helmet. But as a mom of three children who wear patkas, a Sikh head covering, finding helmets that fit her children properly was a true challenge.
Bold Helmets is the answer for safety and inclusion for Sikh children so they can participate in play and sport.
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In this episode, we speak with Liz Mok, Founder of Moo Shu Ice Cream, a small-batch ice cream shop in the Centertown neighborhood of Ottawa, Ontario.
Beginning in 2015, Liz started selling her ice cream at local farmers’ markets and just one year later, she opened her brick-and-mortar location.
Among the shop’s offerings is an eclectic mix of ice cream flavours including those that are inspired by local seasonal produce and by East Asian ingredients. They are also well-known for their allergen-conscious menu, which includes gluten-free waffle cones and several vegan ice cream flavours. Moo Shu Ice Cream believes in investing in its team and is a certified Living Wage Employer. Drawing from Liz’s design education, she has an affinity for making bold decisions and takes a fail-forward approach to developing her small business.
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“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 explores the diverse narratives and identities of Black and racialized people to promote liberation and empowerment. Her poem ‘A Prayer for Black Women’ has been shared nationally and featured in CBC’s Poetic License.
Keosha founded Our Women’s Voices in 2016, a Toronto-based non-profit focused on amplifying the voices of women and making social change through art, education, and community organization. Her debut interview video series Black & Vulnerable explores Black vulnerability to promote wellness, collective power, and social awareness.
Keosha is a well recognized voice and has collaborated with Facebook, Nike, The Raptors, the Art Gallery of York University, and Never Apart Magazine in 2019, she was the recipient of the RISE Community Award for her contributions towards her community.
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“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 with the goal of creating economic prosperity for people of African descent in Nova Scotia. Akoma recently completed its first major development project with the renovation and opening of Kinney Place, an intergenerational centre and Black business incubator.
As Assistant Property Manager, Cheyenne brings her community knowledge and experience of community engagement to various committees that she is engaged in such as: Interim Board Member Nova Scotia Non-Profit Housing Association; ANS (African Nova Scotian) Food Justice and Sovereignty Working Group and the Road to Economic Prosperity for African Nova Scotians. Cheyenne’s passion is to assist people of African descent to understand the various levels of systemic oppression and help them achieve generational wealth which can be achieved through equity opportunities and property acquisition and management.
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“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 for baby showers, Bridgerton-inspired gowns, colourful pant suits, and elegant birthday dresses to casual bomber jackets and sweaters. Funmi’s design brings colour to an industry that can often be bland.
Funmi and MichNat Fashion have received multiple awards including the Award of Excellence from Black Designers of Canada, Entrepreneur of the Year from the Immigration Services Association of Nova Scotia (ISANS), and Fashionpreneur of the Year from Canada Vendors.
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“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 60+ people, expanded across Canada and the US, and successfully led its $16.7 million acquisition — all within five years.
Most recently, Marc is celebrating the launch of his first book with Forbes, True Founder: What No one Else Has the Guts to Teach You About Starting Your First Business, available everywhere today! And of course, for fun, Marc is currently racing a Mercedes AMG GT4 in Canada’s professional sportscar racing series, FEL.
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“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, is President of Akewkon Enterprises, and is Co-Founder of Starberry Drink Co.
Michael is a person of principles, passionate about solving problems, innovation, design, and traditional teachings. Persistently curious, Michael enjoys attempting to understand the mechanics of human-made systems and how to align them better with nature-made systems.
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“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 Asia and Vietnam while challenging the status quo of single-use plastics.
Marina is the Founder and CEO of EQUO. Marina and EQUO have been featured in Forbes, and Shark Tank Vietnam, and she was the first Canadian-Vietnamese startup to be admitted into Techstars Toronto in 2021.
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“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 living with a disability, a farmer defending their land in Guatemala, and a single mother living in Rwanda – and their actions and products give back to these groups every day.
Artery Coffee Roasters know their farmers and producers on a first-name basis. They provide stable and worthwhile employment to people living with disabilities and they know that consumers want to support businesses that give, and don’t just take.
William is a volunteer and Board Director of ABLE2 and in August of 2022, Artery won Best Drip Coffee for Ottawa.
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“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 duo knew they needed to create a product to protect delicate skin, without the mess and grease that is left behind by traditional sun creams.
With impact in mind, Arbre Inc. is committed to developing SPF products that are safe for your skin and our earth. Together, Kristina and Stephanie are educating folks about understanding SPF, decoding sunscreen labels, and recently received Health Canada approval for their products.
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“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 the center of every dish, from Ginger Beef, Goat Curry to BBQ chicken and ribs.
Based in Vancouver BC, Asha’s products can be found at local farmers’ markets, ordered through Doordash, and at various retailers across Vancouver and Toronto.
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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.
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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 to make vision screening and care more accessible for everyone. Julia was our first-place winner of our Startup Global pitch competition in October 2022.
“Canada is one of the best places to build a startup. There are so many resources, funding programs, and opportunities to test your idea.”
In this week’s episode of the #StartupCanadaPodcast, sponsored by Mastercard and Scotiabank, Julia talks about her vision for RetinaLogik, her advice for managing teams, and how she maintains a strong relationship with her co-founder.
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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 channel strategy with over 1,000 waxing salons already carrying the product, and will be launching in a major retailer.
Rachel Kerr is the Director of Brand and Sales at Bushbalm Skincare and the company’s first employee. Rachel honed her PR and marketing skills at both Giant Tiger and Hyatt Hotels and since joining Bushbalm overhauled the brand while fostering a community that normalizes common skin irritations that are often ignored by mainstream beauty.
“If we see something is working, we will try it five more times. Shorter clip, different caption, different image.”
In this week’s episode of the #StartupCanadaPodcast, sponsored by Mastercard and Scotiabank, Rachel & David dive into how they’ve built their DTC brand, how they lean in to talking about taboo topics, and how they’re leveraging TikTok in their marketing strategy.
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“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 genres of music.
Vel has worked in the Canadian music industry for three decades, which has included roles such as Vice-President of National Promotion and Media Relations for Sony Music Canada. Vel is also on the
Advisory Board for Toronto Metropolitan University’s Music Den, a hub for music tech and next generation music companies, and an advisor for Platform’s Music Tech Accelerator program (Reverb) in Calgary. Vel is also on the Advisory Board for Gatecrash Music’s AMPLIFY Incubator in Mumbai, India, which is modelled after CMI.
In this week’s episode of the #StartupCanadaPodcast, sponsored by Mastercard and Scotiabank, Vel dives into his multi-decade career within the corporate side of music, his transition into non-profit and entrepreneurship, and his advice for artists.
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“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 and values. In 2022, Kudos was named the best place to work in Canada by Human Resources Director (HRD) Canada.
Prior to Kudos, Muni led the creation of award-winning technology and design solutions for clients throughout Canada, the United States, United Kingdom, Japan, Taiwan, Singapore, and Mexico. Muni has been listed as the lead inventor on numerous international patents, including the Digital Vinyl® CD that was acquired by Verbatim. A background in architecture was the spark that ignited Muni’s professional career specializing in product, user experience, brand, and strategy. His dedication to creating innovations and models, which embrace diversity; foster unity and culture; and enhance human performance, has led Kudos to be a disruptive force in the employee engagement industry.
This week’s episode of the #StartupCanadaPodcast, sponsored by Mastercard and Scotiabank, is part of our mental health takeover for mental health awareness month. In this episode, we discuss employee engagement, empowering your team, and how to recognize and celebrate your teams to prevent burn out.
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“I did not want to be tokenized. I wanted to be utilized...
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“The number one myth we are presented with is that the government...
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Nishant Raina is the Director of Small Business Lead at Mastercard Canada. ...
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Christina Gwira is the Founder and CEO of NOYADESIGNS, a Toronto, Ontario-based...
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Serial entrepreneur and author Brian Scudamore has always taken the road less...
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Brianna Blaney believes money is a leading barrier to innovation and entrepreneurship,...
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“We are all about changing the narrative, and we do that by...
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“The best part of this job is helping entrepreneurs win with technology....
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Nevin Buconjic is an award-winning serial entrepreneur, author, strategic advisor, and Startup...
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Jonathan Friedman is the President of The Journal That Talks Back™, an...
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An experienced, values-driven leader, Chris has diverse experiences ranging from international aid...
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Andrew Gurza is an award-winning Disability Awareness Consultant and the Chief Disability...
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Beginning his career in the non-profit sector as General Manager for AIESEC...
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AK MacKellar is an entrepreneur, speaker and the founder of Free To...
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Born and raised on the west coast of British Columbia, Mickey McLeod...
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Ryan Moreno is the CEO and Co-Founder of Joseph Richard Group, a...
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Founded in 2019, Leading Lenders is an information source for lenders that...
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Steven Hoffman is the CEO of Founders Space, one of the world’s...
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John Cammalleri is a veteran of the Canadian IT industry, currently leading...
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Steve Blank is an Adjunct Professor at Stanford and Senior Fellow for...
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A mom of 4 kids, eleven-time Ironman competitor and yoga enthusiast, Suzie...
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Mark Bishop and Matt Hornburg are Co-CEOs and Partners at marblemedia. Accomplished...
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Nerissa is the President and CEO of the Black Business Association of...
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Serese is the CEO and Founder of SolusGuard, a tech company that...
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Carmen Sandor is the founder and CEO of Green Owl Vodka, one...
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Joella Hogan will proudly tell you she is loving life in the...
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Isaac Olowolafe Jr. is an entrepreneur, business owner, and philanthropist. He is...
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Mona-Lisa is the Director of Futurpreneur Canada’s Black Entrepreneur Startup Program. A...
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Angie Schick is Executive Director and oversees the delivery of all programs...
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Lyndon Johnson is a recovering broadcaster, turned communications strategy specialist. He spent...
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Kari LaMotte is the Managing Director of entrepreneurship@UBC, UBC’s incubator and accelerator...
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Vincenzo Guzzo is a seasoned entrepreneur who you may recognize as a...
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Edwin Frondozo is the host and producer of an award-winning podcast and...
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Jacob Crompton is a Senior PR Account Manager for Publicize, a Public...
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Joel Boyd is the Director of Small to Medium Business (SMB) Solutions...
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Tara Haddad is an accountant and entrepreneur who has over twenty years...
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Sarah Jakeway is Vice President, CFO Canada for Mastercard, responsible for overseeing...
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Jenn Denouden is the President and CEO of Avana, named Canada’s tenth...
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Michelle Zatlyn is Co-Founder, President and COO of Cloudflare, the Internet security,...
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Agnes Lan is the Founder and VP of Sales at Change Connect...
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Hiring well is an age-old problem for founders – but what if...
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Today’s guest is Nina Tangri, Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) for Mississauga-Streetsville...
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Jill Schoolenberg is an experienced business leader with a record of accomplishments...
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Jeremy is the Founder of MENTORnetwork and the Funding Path program. He...
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As the Vice President of Small Business, Strategy & Partnerships at RBC,...
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Coming from a family of accountants, Ava values hard work and compassion...
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Eva is a well-respected entrepreneur-turned-investor and one of the few women leading...
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Megan is the co-founder and CEO of NanoTess, a Canadian startup commercializing...
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Peter Near is VMware Canada’s National Director of Technology, and a thought...
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Mallory Greene is the co-founder and CEO of Eirene – an innovative...
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A Senior Product Manager of Business Solutions for Moneris, Kelly is a...
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Ellie Zolghadr is the director of product for digital solutions at Mastercard...
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Great jewelry is much more than gems and metals. Rachel Mielke, Founder...
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The LGBTQ2+ entrepreneurial community is full of innovation and is propelling the...
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In this week’s episode of the #StartupCanadaPodcast, sponsored by Mastercard, Jad shares...
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14-time award-winning thought leader, two time TEDx Speaker and CEO to Lovell...
The post Generation Empowered with Kelly Lovell – April 11, 2017 appeared first on Startup Canada.
What does it take to disrupt an industry? This is a common...
The post Disrupting Age-Old Industries with Eric Apps – April 4, 2017 appeared first on Startup Canada.
Entrepreneurs run on coffee. To get through the long hours and countless...
The post eCommerce Craft Coffee with Suneal Pabari – March 28, 2017 appeared first on Startup Canada.
Whether you’re an early-stage startup or in the growing phases, fraud can...
The post Preventing Business Fraud Before it Hits with Rick Rennie – March 21, 2017 appeared first on Startup Canada.
Some may find comfort in the traditional day job where you receive...
The post Starting a New Life as an Entrepreneur with Paul Stevenson – March 14, 2017 appeared first on Startup Canada.
International Women’s Day celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion worldwide. Championing those working...
The post Collaborating for Change with Janice McDonald & Marissa McTasney – March 8, 2017 appeared first on Startup Canada.
Pivoting and iterating is a crucial process when starting up. By talking...
The post Awakening the Entrepreneur Within with Andrea Palmer – March 7, 2017 appeared first on Startup Canada.
Sometimes startups get stuck in the weeds with strategies, plans, and everyday...
The post People to People with Chris Kowalewski & Rob Hyrkiel – February 28, 2017 appeared first on Startup Canada.
Kylie Toh is an incendiary social entrepreneur igniting the Calgary tech, social...
The post Chic Entrepreneurship with Kylie Toh – February 21, 2017 appeared first on Startup Canada.
Entrepreneurs are always looking to improve to become the best they can...
The post The Key to Entrepreneurship with Edwin Frondozo – February 14, 2017 appeared first on Startup Canada.
Shyra Barberstock is the Founder, CEO, and President of Okwaho International Inc.,...
The post Reconciliation Through Indigenous Social Innovation with Shyra Barberstock – February 7, 2017 appeared first on Startup Canada.
It isn’t every day you encounter a young entrepreneur with insight quite...
The post Meaning, Growth & Entrepreneurship with Swarochish Goswami – January 31, 2017 appeared first on Startup Canada.
Kelsey Ramsden is a born serial entrepreneur. With the success of her...
The post Reinventing Resilience with Kelsey Ramsden – January 24, 2017 appeared first on Startup Canada.
Leading Canadian serial entrepreneur and VC Mark Skapinker has tough love for...
The post Planting the Seed for Canadian Investments with Mark Skapinker – January 17, 2017 appeared first on Startup Canada.
When building a startup, most entrepreneurs can’t predict market trends eight years...
The post Building a Global Software Scaleup with Marc Kuo – January 10, 2017 appeared first on Startup Canada.
After building a career in the Canadian fashion industry, Bobbi Paidel traveled...
The post Giving Back Together with Bobbi Paidel – January 3, 2017 appeared first on Startup Canada.
Serial entrepreneur Richard (Rick) Finnie started his first business at age 12,...
The post Designing Digital Communities with Rick Finnie – December 27, 2016 appeared first on Startup Canada.
Alec Levin wants to create a world in which startups can test...
The post Better Beta-Testing for Startups with Alec Levin – December 20, 2016 appeared first on Startup Canada.
The Canadian government is a living, breathing, resource-filled machine. In it, you...
The post Building a Supply Chain of Entrepreneurial Support with Shereen Benzvy Miller – December 13, 2016 appeared first on Startup Canada.
After around 10 years of studying in Victoria, B.C. and working as...
The post Northern Ambitions with Véronique Herry – December 6, 2016 appeared first on Startup Canada.
Whether it’s mountain biking in the rain, travelling to the far corners...
The post Sharing Stories of Adventure, Passion and Failure with Anastasia Valentine – November 29, 2016 appeared first on Startup Canada.
Margaret McEachern emphasizes the importance of keeping art programs in schools, youth...
The post Crafting Close-Knit Communities with Margaret McEachern – November 22, 2016 appeared first on Startup Canada.
When it comes to celebrating our achievements and success, Canadians are known...
The post Ottawa’s Top Telecommunications Talent with Jonathon Moody – November 15, 2016 appeared first on Startup Canada.
Do you have a product that could be the next big Internet...
The post The King of Canadian Crowdfunding with Craig Asano – November 8, 2016 appeared first on Startup Canada.
Startups often struggle to tell their story. Who are they? What is...
The post Empowering Beekeepers with Social Innovation with Paul Whitney & Elizabeth Connell – November 1, 2016 appeared first on Startup Canada.
Rob Villeneuve’s DNA reveals a tech-geek, a branding guru, and a startup...
The post Canada’s Newest Startup Culture Ambassador with Rob Villeneuve – October 25, 2016 appeared first on Startup Canada.
“Geotab wants to be the Apple of the telematics game”. When the...
The post Big Data, Platforms & Focus with Neil Cawse – October 18, 2016 appeared first on Startup Canada.
“The biggest tension in growth is really these three questions: can we...
The post The Secrets of Growth with Jeff Cates – October 11, 2016 appeared first on Startup Canada.
“Innovation is a full contact sport and research parks are the playing...
The post The Capital of East Coast Entrepreneurship – October 4, 2016 appeared first on Startup Canada.
Aman Mann, the founder and CEO of Procurify, a cloud-based procurement platform...
The post Looking Inward to Scale with Aman Mann – September 27, 2016 appeared first on Startup Canada.
“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 communities.” Lucas Chang, serial entrepreneur and Leader of Startup York Region, is working to foster the York Region startup community and advancing opportunities for young entrepreneurs. Lucas introduces listeners to the York Region startup community and offers tangible tips for building startup communities from the ground up to help local entrepreneurs reach their full potential. On this week’s podcast, we will talk about building a startup community a stone’s throw away from a major urban centre – AKA the GTA – and fostering youth entrepreneurship.
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The post Spotlight on the York Region Startup Community with Lucas Chang – September 20, 2016 appeared first on Startup Canada.
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, including a fashion footwear brand and a marketing & communications agency. Prior to her current roles, Linzi was a TV presenter and show host for the BBC. Linzi is also the creator of Bob School, an educational course that teaches early-stage businesses how to build a famous brand and get them ready for funding. In this week’s #StartupPodcast, host Rivers Corbett talks with Linzi about building personal brands and a brand for your business. Linzi shares her top tips for marketing your small business, and talks about the evolution of her entrepreneurship. Lastly, she’ll share her advice for entrepreneurs who want to become Brand Famous.
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The post Becoming Brand Famous with Linzi Boyd – September 13, 2016 appeared first on Startup Canada.
“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 speaks with Rob about his experience recruiting more than 1,000 international students to Canada, the role of universities in helping entrepreneurs, transformations in the higher education sector to better meet market demands and the rise of entrepreneurial campuses.
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The post The Rise of Startup Campuses with Rob Annan – September 6, 2016 appeared first on Startup Canada.
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 road. But we can outwork them.” The company has set out to do just that by introducing a batch of Two Brewers Yukon Single Malt Whisky this year and bringing their beer to global markets as far as Japan and Germany – all while working to support the local startup community in Whitehorse. In this week’s #StartupPodcast, Bob tells us about the pros and cons of operating a company in the Yukon, how local liquor laws have impacted the business and his ultimate vision for entrepreneurship in Canada’s Great North.
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The post Brewing Success North of 60 with Bob Baxter– August 30, 2016 appeared first on Startup Canada.
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 have no cash. So that’s why this platform was created. People talk about what’s the problem, what’s the solution? They know they want to be philanthropic… but they don’t have the means or platform to do it.” Janie Goldstein is the Executive Director and founder of The Upside Foundation of Canada, a new philanthropic venture that helps startups to commit options, which are then given back to Canadian charities upon the company’s exit. Janie obtained a degree from Montreal’s McGill University in Electrical Engineering, followed by an MBA from Harvard University. Her marketing and technical career started at Bell-Northern Research (later Nortel) and took her into consulting, where she stayed for over a decade. In this week’s #StartupPodcast, Rivers and Janie delve deep into social entrepreneurship in Canada while using Janie’s insight to understand why startups should start with a plan to give back.
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The post The Upside of Entrepreneurship with Janie Goldstein– August 23, 2016 appeared first on Startup Canada.
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 only one in the world doing this, and I’m not the only one in the world doing this while I still have X,Y, and Z.’” Tracey is one of Canada’s leading catalysts, advocates and experts in women’s entrepreneurship and growth. For over two decades, Tracey has been mentoring, advising and fostering the growth of businesses run by female entrepreneurs in Canada. Tracey also lends her time to NSERC as a member of their council, volunteers with TEC Venture Prize and the University of Alberta School of Business MBA program. In this week’s #StartupPodcast, Rivers and Tracey chat about starting up, scaling and taking women entrepreneurship to new heights.
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The post Taking Women Entrepreneurship to New Heights with Tracey Scarlett – August 16, 2016 appeared first on Startup Canada.
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 startup community, go inside the mind of an investor and learn the ins and outs of building a fundable and investment-ready business. Randy is a true leader in the Canadian startup scene, is a member of The A100 and has fostered the community through years of mentorship. He is currently invested in twenty two companies and has been working in the startup venture space for 20+ years. Randy has been named Angel of the Year in Canada by Startup Canada 2014. As an entrepreneur he has been the founder or founding partner in four entities, and is currently building GenerUS Marketing Solutions, a platform for not-for-profits to raise money.
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The post Canada’s Startup Angel with Randy Thompson – August 9, 2016 appeared first on Startup Canada.
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 official Startup Canada Community, as well as the Acquisition and Marketing Toronto for Square Canada, a processing and business solutions provider based in Toronto. She has worked with companies such as Innovate Calgary, Tailsman Energy, and Breezingly, on everything from marketing and social media to events and programming. In this week’s #StartupPodcast, Camille offers tangible tips for building startup communities from the ground up to help local entrepreneurs reach their full potential.
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The post Building Startup Communities from the Ground Up with Camille McInnis – August 2, 2016 appeared first on Startup Canada.
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 the University of Waterloo, is the Co-Founder and Vice President of Operations at Niche Media Marketing Group (NMM) and Triple Jump Media. NMM is the company behind the famous ForeverSpin Spinning Tops, which had $1.5 million in sales in 2014, after raising $130K on its first Kickstarter campaign. Most recently, ForeverSpin was featured on CBC’s Dragon’s Den to raise funding for global expansion. In this #StartupPodcast, we talk about crowdfunding, marketing, manufacturing, and starting up young.
The post The Story of a Young Crowdfunding Genius with Viktor Grabovskyy – July 26, 2016 appeared first on Startup Canada.
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 could before coming back, which really opened up my eyes to so many different things. I traveled back to Saskatoon and started my MBA and started a business shortly after.” Stephanie Yong is the Director at the University of Saskatchewan’s Brett Wilson Centre for Entrepreneurial Learning & Startup Canada Saskatoon Community Leader. Stephanie is an intrapraneur who has been instrumental to the development of Saskatchewan’s startup entrepreneurship and campus community. On this week’s #StartupPodcast, we get the low-down on the Saskatoon startup scene, building entrepreneurial campuses and intra-preneurship.
The post Starting Up in Saskatchewan with Stephanie Yong – July 19, 2016 appeared first on Startup Canada.
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 magic happens, and the reward is amazing.” In this week’s #StartupPodcast, learn how Jason abandoned his comfort zone to start his company, why experiential learning is key, and how you can build your business skills by connecting with your startup community.
The post Abandoning the Comfort Zone with Jason Field – July 12, 2016 appeared first on Startup Canada.
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 and CEO of BookedIN, an online appointment scheduling and payment software for small businesses. As a family man and a successful entrepreneur, Mike has powerful thoughts on emails, unplugging, and routine. This week’s #StartupPodcast hones in on what work-life balance means for startup entrepreneurs like Mike. Learn how he has more responsibilities than ever, but only works for 35 hours a week.
The post The 35 Hour Work Week with Mike Iwasiow – July 5, 2016 appeared first on Startup Canada.
“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 mixed with a passion for educating entrepreneurs on the importance of a robust supply chain and the benefits of going international, has made UPS Canada a strong supporter of startups and small businesses. “To me, (intrapreneurship) is internally running my own little business. It’s being that person who is . . . introducing something outside of the box and challenging the larger organization that I work for to change and do something differently.” In this week’s #StartupPodcast, Paul, who is one of Canada’s leading experts in global entrepreneurship, gives insights on how to develop a global growth strategy and offers tips on how to leverage partnerships to strengthen your company’s supply chains to grow your business.
The post The Global Intrapreneur with Paul Gaspar – June 28, 2016 appeared first on Startup Canada.
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 someone a tool that’s convenient, they will use it,” says Postrehovsky. “I’ve always been a believer in simplifying your life with online technology.” Many of RentMoola’s customers, including students, have rarely, if ever, used a cheque book. For this reason and more, Postrehovsky says banks are starting to sing to the fintech tune and partner with these innovative companies to improve customer experiences like paying rent. In this week’s #StartupPodcast with Rivers Corbett, Philipp dives into Canada’s fintech scene, reflects on how entrepreneurs are changing the future of banking, and discusses the impact mobile payments can have on the rent-by-check-tradition.
The post Cashing in on Fintech with Philipp Postrehovsky – June 21, 2016 appeared first on Startup Canada.