2 h. ago AXL Launches Venture Studio with $15M to Build 50 AI Companies, Fuelling Canada’s Global Leadership in AI Research

TORONTO — Today, AXL, a new Canadian venture studio transforming world-class AI research into high-growth companies, has launched with a plan to build 50 AI-powered companies over the next five years to fuel Canada’s research-to-commercialization pipeline. This is enabled by an oversubscribed first closing of its venture fund of $15 million CAD. With this, AXL […]

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12 h. ago Future of Sport in Canada Commission opens public survey ahead of summit

The Future of Sport in Canada Commission launched its public survey Monday to gather opinions on safe sport and improving the sport system ahead of its fall summit. Among the first questions posed: Have you witnessed or experienced maltreatment in sport, and how big of a problem do you think maltreatment is in organized sport […]

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6 d. ago IKEA Canada changes up rewards program and you could earn free meatballs

IKEA Canada shoppers are about to get more bang for their buck.The Swedish furniture giant announced on Tuesday that it has revamped its IKEA Family rewards program.When the IKEA loyalty program first launched in Canada in 2012, it offered benefits like discounts, member-only workshops and events, and free regular coffee or tea in the Swedish Restaurant.Now, in addition to those perks, members can collect points, symbolized by the iconic Allen key, whenever they shop at the store. The points can be redeemed for a variety of valuable rewards, including product discounts, delivery and assembly services, and even free food in the Swedish Restaurant."With over 5.8 million members in Canada, these are our most engaged and loyal customers," said De’ana Torresan, customer engagement and loyalty manager at IKEA Canada. "We want to enhance their shopping journey by recognizing and rewarding them every time they interact and shop with us."If you want to take adv...

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6 d. ago Ottawa’s plan for climate change adaptation is falling short, report says

OTTAWA — The federal government’s program for preparing Canada for the effects of climate change has stumbled since its launch in 2023, says a new report from environment commissioner Jerry DeMarco. The report says the National Adaptation Strategy has faced significant challenges in its design and implementation. The report says the strategy was not effectively […]

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6 d. ago Sartorial Wealth Launches as Independent Firm, Specializing in Canada

Founder Shiraz Ahmed set to deliver bespoke wealth management with a data-driven edge Mississauga, ON, June 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Sartorial Wealth Inc. today announced its official launch as an independent advisory firm, focused on serving clients with cross-border financial needs. Founded by award-winning senior portfolio manager Shiraz Ahmed, CIM, Sartorial Wealth is positioned […]

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7 d. ago Westcliff University Launches New Campus to Support Toronto’s Innovation Ecosystem and Fuel Canada’s Booming Tech Workforce

New Master’s in Information Systems Technology (MIST) Program Addresses Soaring Demand for Skilled Cybersecurity and AI Professionals IRVINE, Calif. & TORONTO — Westcliff University, a global leader in career-focused higher education, is establishing its first international campus in Toronto—one of North America’s fastest-growing technology hubs—to help meet Canada’s urgent demand for skilled IT professionals. Ontario’s […]

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1 week ago The News Forum Announces Launch of Western Canada Bureau, Taps Veteran Journalist Hal Roberts as Lead Anchor

ST. CATHARINES, Ontario, June 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The News Forum is proud to announce the official launch of its new Western Canada Bureau, marking a significant expansion of its national news coverage. This strategic move is further strengthened by the appointment of seasoned broadcast journalist Hal Roberts as the lead anchor for the […]

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1 week ago Superstore next landmark commercial store on Tsuut'ina Nation, breaks ground

Developers are giving shoppers more options in the Taza development

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1 week ago Canada Launches Landmark National Program to Equip Nonprofits with AI for Social Impact

Funded by DIGITAL, the Human Feedback Foundation, The Dais, and Creative Destruction Lab will deliver a transformative program to close the AI adoption and skills gap in Canada’s nonprofit sector — positioning Canada as a global leader in responsible AI for social impact TORONTO, June 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Human Feedback Foundation (HFF), […]

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1 week ago BDC and First Nations Bank of Canada launch a $100M initiative to boost business acquisitions

Acquisition of established businesses seen as a model of economic reconciliation TORONTO, June 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — First Nations Bank of Canada (FNBC) and the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) today announced a $100M initiative to increase business acquisitions by Indigenous communities and economic development agencies across the country. The timing is crucial […]

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1 week ago New Canada’s Wonderland coaster to launch ‘soon’ after track completed

Final piece in place for AlpenFury, which is being billed as 'Canada’s longest, tallest and fastest launch coaster'

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3 w. ago Hudson’s Bay reaches deal to sell up to 28 leases to B.C. mall owner

Hudson’s Bay says it plans to sell up to 28 of its store leases to a B.C. mall owner who wants to launch “a new modern department store.” Canada’s oldest company says it will seek court permission for Ruby Liu to take over some properties the department store and its sister Saks businesses leased in […]

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3 w. ago Here are the EB Games Canada stores hosting Nintendo Switch 2 midnight launches

EB Games Canada has unveiled the full list of stores that will be holding midnight launches for the Nintendo Switch 2 on June 5.Note that many stores will be holding these special events, while some others will only open early.Of course, the entire Canada-wide list is too long to include here, so you can view it on EB Games Canada’s website, especially if you're in a more rural area. But see below for some of the bigger locations holding midnight launches:CalgaryChinook CentreMarket MallSouth TrailSunridge MallSouthcentre MallEdmontonClareview Shopping CentreKingsway GardenSkyview Power CentreSouthgate CentreWest Edmonton CentreWest Edmonton MallMississaugaSquare One Shopping CentreHere's what the Nintendo Switch 2 will cost in Canadahttps://t.co/HdyU6FNZE1— blogTO (@blogTO) April 2, 2025MontrealCarrefour Angrignon IICentre DecarieComplexe Les AilesPlace VersaillesSaint HubertMontreal NordCentre Montreal-NordQuebec CityGatineau-GameStopLes Galeries de la Cap...

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3 w. ago De Havilland Canada announces the expansion of its presence in Greece

ATHENS, Greece, May 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (“De Havilland Canada”) is pleased to announce the launch of De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Hellas Ltd., its new wholly-owned subsidiary in Greece, further strengthening our commitment to providing exceptional customer support to our valued customers in the region. This expansion […]

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3 w. ago VEEPS and Postmedia Studios Announce Strategic Relationship to Launch VEEPS All Access in Canada

Launch content exclusive to VEEPS includes live concerts from Canadian indie rockers Metric at the Budweiser Stage in Toronto, nine-time GRAMMY winner Sheryl Crow live from Red Rocks, Bryan Adams live from Royal Albert Hall show plus thousands of hours of the world’s best performers. LOS ANGELES & TORONTO — VEEPS, the leading global platform […]

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