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CVCA urges government to expand BDC programs, take additional measures to support Canadian startups 10 days ago – On Friday, the Canadian Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (CVCA) followed in the footsteps of other Canadian innovation organizations, issuing an open letter...
Element AI creates platform to help researchers identify patterns in COVID-19 research 6 days ago – Montreal-based startup Element AI is offering a free AI-powered platform aimed to help scientific researchers, public health authorities, and frontline workers find solutions and...
6 days ago – Techstars Toronto has announced the 10 startup’s joining the accelerator program’s third cohort, which will now begin on June 8, due to the COVID-19...
Québec organizations rally residents to buy from local startups on April 2 5 days ago – A group of organizations is putting together an event on April 2 that encourages Québec residents to buy a product or service from a...
Federal government’s updated work-sharing program more open to startups amid COVID-19 3 days ago – In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government has introduced new measures to its existing work-sharing program, an initiative aimed to help businesses...
Government drafting legislation on wage subsidy ahead of recalling parliament says Trudeau an hour ago – During his daily media briefing on Monday morning, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said his government is drafting legislation ahead of plans to recall parliament...
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Coronavirus: Canadian company working with Ottawa to boost ventilator production 15 days ago – With under 100 employees currently, the company is able to ramp up manufacturing via its own capacity as well as by roping in a third-party manufacturer.
Coronavirus: 5 tips to find the best mental health tools online 19 days ago – As the number of cases of COVID-19 continues to rise across Canada, so, too, has anxiety and stress related to the pandemic.
TikTok joins forces with WHO to promote coronavirus facts amid pandemic 19 days ago – The popular video platform says it's partnering with the World Health Organization to share informational content on COVID-19.
Here’s why some Canadian internet providers have hiked prices despite coronavirus 3 days ago – It's all because of long-standing battles between the major networks, smaller providers, and their national regulator that date back to last year.
N.B. company and N.S. university make 3D printed face shields for health care workers 3 days ago – A New Brunswick company and Dalhousie University are producing and donating 3D printed face shields for health care workers
Google Mobility Reports a slippery slope: cyber security expert 3 days ago – A cyber security expert says while user data can be used as a tool to create better policies, it's important to ensure people's privacy isn't being taken away in the process.
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Wunderlist alternatives: 4 to-do list apps that let you import tasks - CNET 6 hours ago – Wunderlist alternatives: 4 to-do list apps that let you import tasks CNETMuch To Do About Something As Zenkit, Microsoft Fill The Wunderlist Void ForbesView Full coverage on Google News
Apple to release new 13-inch MacBook Pro in May, leaker claims - AppleInsider 6 hours ago – Leaker Claims New 13-inch MacBook Pro Coming as Soon as Next Month MacRumorsMacBook Pro could arrive in May with this radical redesign Laptop MagiPad Pro 2020 has a Hardware Microphone Disconnect Privacy Feature, Future...
Microsoft Reminds the World That Skype Exists - Thurrott.com 5 hours ago –What you need to know about Zoom before using the video chat service moosejawtoday.comZoom CEO says company 'messed up' on security as privacy issues mount MobileSyrupZoombombing is a crime, not a prank, prosecutors warn Ars TechnicaZo...
PS5 is 'a better console' says Crytek engineer, simpler to develop for - Metro.co.uk 5 hours ago – Phil Spencer: Launch price will be 'critical' to the success of Xbox Series X GamasutraPS5 beats Xbox Series X in key area, says top developer Tom's GuidePhil Spencer Discusses How Xbox Series X Can Beat PS5 Pur...
Google Maps update makes it easier to find food for takeout and delivery - CNBC 2 hours ago – Google Maps now highlights restaurants with delivery options EngadgetGoogle Maps puts restaurant takeout and delivery restaurants front and center The VergeGoogle Maps has another new feature to help during coronaviru...
Ludo King 101: How to download, play Ludo on Android, iOS during Coronavirus lockdown - India TV News an hour ago – Google Play Store tests a cleaner “My Apps” screen by removing the Library and Installed tabs XDA Developers10 Android 10 features you should be using on your Galaxy S10 or Note10 Android PoliceG...
Indies @ PAX East 2020 - Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon, Boyfriend Dungeon & More! - Nintendo an hour ago – Nintendo Reveals The Top 15 Most-Downloaded Switch Games In March 2020 (Europe) Nintendo LifeDoes Nintendo need to compete with next-gen consoles on the horizon? Nintendo EnthusiastWhere You Can Get A ...