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Jake MacAndrew
Interview Editor
Jake MacAndrew started off writing breaking news hits in his early days as a journalist. Since those late nights on the pulse for local breakthroughs, he has written stories on many topics, from cybersecurity education in Ukraine to the investment potential of fine wines. With each story Jake writes, no matter the topic, in-depth and accurate reporting is key. Previously living in Edinburgh, he's back in his hometown of Toronto.

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Bench IQ secures USD $5.3M to expand legal AI platform

Sat, 30th Aug 2025
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Bench IQ raises millions in seed funding to expand its AI-driven judicial intelligence platform for law firms across Canada and the US.
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Moment Energy secures CAD $4.9M to scale battery storage

Fri, 29th Aug 2025
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Moment Energy has secured CAD $4.9 million to expand production of battery storage systems made from repurposed EV batteries in British Columbia.
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Canada funds first private sale solar energy project in SK

Thu, 28th Aug 2025
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Canada grants CAD $33m to George Gordon First Nation's solar project in Saskatchewan, pioneering industrial clean energy supply via a 30-year pact.
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FedNor grants CAD $1.05M to boost innovation in Northern Ontario

Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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FedNor awards CAD $1.05 million to NORCAT, boosting AI adoption and innovation in over 35 Northern Ontario SMEs to enhance productivity and growth.
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CFOs are shifting gears: AI is now a boardroom priority

Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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Modern CFOs are increasingly embracing AI technologies, transforming finance functions to boost efficiency and strategic decision-making.
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BlueCat launches BlueCatalyst to boost NetOps solutions

Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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BlueCat launches BlueCatalyst Partner Program, blending its DDI suite with LiveAction's tools to boost partner NetOps solutions and profitability globally.
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Moovit & Greenlines introduce carbon credits for low-emission commutes

Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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Greenlines' Mobility Carbon Engine helps Moovit record and generate carbon credits for low-emission commutes, aiding emission cuts and sustainable travel.
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Photonic receives CAD $1 million grant for NORAD quantum tech

Sat, 23rd Aug 2025
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Photonic says the grant will go towards its advanced quantum repeater and networking tech supporting NORAD's defence modernisation across North America.
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General Fusion raises CAD $30m to advance LM26 fusion program

Sat, 23rd Aug 2025
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General Fusion secures financing to advance its LM26 fusion project, aiming to pioneer zero-carbon fusion energy by mid-2030s with new Board appointments.
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Deep Sky launches North America's first DAC carbon capture facility

Fri, 22nd Aug 2025
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Canadian firms Deep Sky and Skyrenu achieve North America's first underground carbon storage via direct air capture at Innisfail, Alberta facility.
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Heat, jobs, language: Data centres fueling Indigenous communities

Fri, 22nd Aug 2025
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Indigenous-led data centres offer more than jobs. They support language preservation, data sovereignty, and sustainable community growth.
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SOVRA shifts to GovTech focus with Ontopical acquisition

Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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SOVRA acquires Canadian firm Ontopical, and divests non-core units to strengthen its GovTech leadership in Canada.
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BDC launches CAD $200M fund for industrial tech growth

Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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BDC launches CAD $200 million Industrial Innovation Venture Fund II to back Canadian early-stage firms in manufacturing, ag-tech, and critical minerals.
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Canada partners with Cohere to boost AI in public services

Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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The Canadian Government partners with Artificial Intelligence firm Cohere to enhance public services using home-grown AI.
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Vendasta launches AI receptionist assistant for SMBs

Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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Conversations AI, a 24/7 AI receptionist, helps SMBs manage calls and chats, boosting lead capture and cutting response times to under 30 seconds.
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Few Canadians using AI at work daily, says TD Bank report

Tue, 19th Aug 2025
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Fewer than 10% of Canadian workers use AI daily at work, with a TD Bank survey highlighting a major gap in training and adoption across generations.
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Jerrell Jimerson appointed Head of Product & Experience at Bell Media

Tue, 19th Aug 2025
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Jerrell Jimerson joins Bell Media as Head of Product, steering digital strategy across brands like Crave, TSN, CTV News, and iHeartRadio to boost growth.
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Calabrio's CareAI expands to save healthcare USD $1.1 million

Sat, 16th Aug 2025
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Calabrio expands CareAI, using generative AI to enhance healthcare efficiency and save providers up to USD $1.1M annually by automating patient interactions.
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Canada invests CAD $13 million in smart grids & clean energy

Sat, 16th Aug 2025
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Canada commits CAD $13 million to modernise Ontario's electricity grid, backing smart grids and clean energy projects to lower costs and boost sustainability.
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Cohere raises USD $500 million to drive secure enterprise AI

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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Cohere secures USD $500 million, reaching a USD $6.8 billion valuation to expand secure AI solutions for enterprises and governments globally.