In the middle of a trade war with the U.S., there’s a new wave of Canadian pride and a real chance to shape the economy we want for the future. 🇨🇦
Check out @asnobar's latest in the @globeandmail.
I sat down with @davidcommon from @CBCNews to highlight why we need to start betting on Canadian-made tech now.
We’ve got world-class talent and brilliant founders that are more than ready to lead. But we need to show up for them — not just with words, but with real investment, smart policy and bold procurement decisions.
That’s why we launched the Oh Canada Tech Directory — a one-stop shop for businesses looking to partner with Canadian tech companies.
We’re actively working with procurement teams so choosing Canadian becomes the easiest decision in the room. Because the more we invest in Canadian tech, the stronger and more self-reliant our economy becomes.
If you’re a Canadian tech business, apply today.
https://t.co/dE0PkOMvKC
Last week, DMZ visited friends at @sickkids Foundation to volunteer and tour the hospital.
On October 29th, we’re hosting a free Tech+Biz4SickKids Breakfast for a morning of networking and learning about their new Heal The Future initiative.
REGISTER: https://t.co/ZN8GzSb1XP
This morning, I sat down with @davidcommon from @CBCNews to give my take on if Canada has really lost its drive and ambition. My thoughts?
We’re failing to provide the right conditions for startups to thrive.
Building a business is hard enough—if we’re not putting the right incentives in place, we’re to blame. High costs of living, transportation, infrastructure, taxation—these things are making it next to impossible for entrepreneurs to succeed here.
We’re far from the finish line though. Canada has what it takes to succeed, but we have to act now.
This discussion with Melissa was therapeutic for me.
Among the best interviews I’ve ever done. Thank you to 3 Magazine for giving me the platform to tell my story.
Capital Gains come into effect today.
At a time when 🇨🇦 is facing productivity challenges & rising unemployment, the feds are sending a message to our innovators that their big dreams aren't worth it.
Thanks @CP24Breakfast for the chance to weigh in. @NewsguyNick@mikeychu
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With early and mid-stage financings down 37% in 2023, I'm thrilled to see the official launch of @dmzventures new fund to help early stage startups and congrats to https://t.co/RwPzYiYroL, @Flowjincom and https://t.co/uWN6M1MPrI 💥
Big thanks to @isabelle_kirk@BetaKit
Times and tech have changed, and as a founder, you need to set up your startup for success to become that world-class business you know you can be.
Embrace the camel mindset.
Apply to DMZ’s Fall Incubator cohort. https://t.co/zJysViK2lL 🔗
We’ve provided over $825K in grants and services to Black founders this year alone. 🔥
Last month, our Black Innovation Summit heard from 7 Black-led startups & @CBCNews stopped in for an insider's perspective on what Black innovation truly looks like.
https://t.co/VNCXRPvD9l
Still in awe from last week! @TheDMZ 's Women Founders Summit, in partnership with @thefirehood, awarded $100K to women-led ventures killing it in the Canadian startup ecosystem. Read more below 👇
https://t.co/g6lWmKPlYH | @BetaKit@charlizealcaraz#InternationalWomensDay
The ultimate startup goal has always been to achieve unicorn status, but this isn’t realistic in today’s business climate.
It’s time to start thinking like a camel.
What do we mean? Check out our programs and stay tuned as we unveil more camel tips ⬇️🐪
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Today we kicked off our morning with the Women in Tech Breakfast powered by @BDC_Capital ☕️
We heard from Tali Remennik, Co-founder of @GranularityLtd & Sumathi Pundit, Co-founder of @KaitongoAI 🎤
Thank you to everyone who joined us!
Our tech community is worried the sector’s recent downturn will weigh even heavier on women founders. @TheDMZ founder @elizahvlediani sat down with @tara_deschamps to chat more 👇
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