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The CATAAlliance has announced the expansion of its National Diversity initiative with Springboard Enterprises, the premier venture capital catalyst for women-led businesses in the U.S. The U.S.-Canadian partnership aims to highlight the common interests between Canada and the U.S. regarding new models and opportunities for venture capital funding and mentorship for tech start-ups, with a focus on women-led companies. Read the rest of this entry »

Local entrepreneur Ryan Holmes and high-definition surveillance technology company Avigilon Corporation received top honours as Person of the Year and Company of the Year respectively at the 2012 Technology Impact Awards (TIAs) hosted by the BC Technology Industry Association (BCTIA). Read the rest of this entry »

The achievements of 20 dynamic young Canadians were recognized yesterday at the ninth Annual Top 20 Under 20™Award Breakfast at Arcadian Court.  Presented by Youth in Motion and sponsored by Intact Insurance and Intact Foundation, the Top 20 Under 20™ Award has three pillars: Innovation, Leadership and Achievement.  Prepare to be inspired by their incredible accomplishments and compelling personal stories, as the 2012 Top 20 Under 20™ Leaders describe their innovative projects, community achievements and lessons in leadership. Read the rest of this entry »

BCIC – New Ventures BC Competition has named The Top 15 competitors who will advance to Round 3 automatically, along with the 26 companies  who will move to Round 2.5, where they will be assigned temporary mentors. These 26 companies will pitch in-person for a chance to be one of the additional 10 companies to advance to Round 3. Read the rest of this entry »

The Penguins in The Desert Productions team will be holding “The Metroid Marathon” to support Big Brothers Big Sisters St.Catharines – Thorold & District. The event is a third party fundraising effort that is being put together to aid in mentorship programs and making successful matches for children. Read the rest of this entry »

The Canadian Cinema Editors 2012 Awards by Deluxe celebrated its second year with a sold out event on May 17 at the Capitol Event Theatre in Toronto.  The C.C.E Awards is the largest event hosted by the organization, focusing on the significance of post-production in cinema. Read the rest of this entry »

With a steady stream of mobile and electronic payment options expected in the days ahead, Canadian small business owners will be bracing themselves for the possibility of another fee grab on the part of banks, credit card companies and newer market entrants. Read the rest of this entry »

The Honourable Lisa Raitt, Canada’s Minister of Labour, today announced the reappointment of Ms. Elaine Mary Kierans as part-time Vice-Chairperson of the Canadian Artists and Producers Professional Relations Tribunal (CAPPRT) for a one-year term, effective immediately. Read the rest of this entry »

The Elizabeth Fry Society of Greater Vancouver (EFry) has taken another step in its commitment to raise awareness and support for children with a parent in prison through the launch of JustKids, a movement that seeks participation from social service organizations, governments and individuals across the country, with the new website serving as a central point of information.
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The Board of Trade of Metropolitan Montreal and its team of business information experts, Info entrepreneurs, along with SAJE accompagnateur d’entrepreneurs, and the Fondation du maire : le Montréal inc. de demain are proud to announce a new partnership that will offer a simplified access-to-information service for entrepreneurs wishing to start a business. This partnership takes the form of, among other things, a single phone line (514 496-4636) to direct entrepreneurs to the right resources, as well as a common service or financing request form that will be shared by the partner organizations. Read the rest of this entry »