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Shopify to raise US$1.55B in latest share offering

Ottawa e-commerce giant says it will use the cash influx to beef up its balance sheet and provide “flexibility to fund its growth strategies.”

Telesat to set up satellite operations campus in Gatineau as part of $400M deal

The Quebec government will receive a $200-million equity stake in the cutting-edge satellite network and will also provide Telesat with a $200-million loan.

Martello looks to beef up investment in Microsoft sales channel as Q3 revenues soar 60%

Kanata-based software firm posted revenues of $4.63 million for the three-month period ending Dec. 31, up from $2.88 million a year earlier.

BlackBerry QNX software to help power Hyundai AV technology

Kanata firm's Black Channel Communications platform is designed to ensure a vehicle’s embedded safety systems are able to seamlessly and securely exchange data.

Ford drops BlackBerry QNX infotainment platform, inks deal with Google

Ford's move means apps such as Google Maps and the company’s voice-activated assistant will now be available in its vehicles without requiring an Android smartphone.

Techopia Live: Airbrowz looks to help Ottawa merchants capitalize on ‘shop local’ push

Bringing any big idea to market requires technical talent, investments in business development and marketing prowess – a lot of hats for just one entrepreneur to wear.

Cleantech firm Thermal Energy sees signs of hope despite major drop in Q2 revenues

Despite the steep drop in sales, the company still managed to boost its net profit to $580,000 from $385,000.

Techopia Live: Capital Angel Network investments hit $4.1M in 2020

Investor focus broadening to include more biotech, clean tech opportunities

UOttawa startup gets $4M funding boost for technology that curbs ‘freezer burn’ in stem cell tissue

PanTHERA Cryosolutions says it’s secured a $4-million investment from a pair of U.S.-based firms to help get its solution ready for market over the next two years.

Ottawa’s Thermal Energy wins $770K contract with Canadian hospital

It’s the latest deal in what CEO William Crossland said is shaping up to be a big year for local cleantech firm.
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