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Before you pick your home’s siding, talk to the people who install it.

In a world full of polished siding ads and big brand campaigns, it’s easy to get caught...

Proceed with Caution: Obligations of Construction Owners under the Ontario Health and Safety Act

After nearly 10 years in the judicial system, the R v. Greater Sudbury (City) saga has finally...

Lior Samfiru reviews: What clients really say after taking on their employers

If you’ve been let go, handed a questionable severance package, or forced out of your job, you’ve...

Ottawa General Contractors: Putting the Client First

Home renovations and construction projects are among the most significant investments homeowners make. At Ottawa General Contractors...

Calling on local businesses to support Canada Day Orléans

Canadian pride is soaring. With the 60th anniversary of the Canadian Flag, Canada’s victory at the 4 Nations...

How to Avoid Appliance Repair Services in Ottawa

For Ottawa residents, a malfunctioning appliance can be a frustrating and inconvenient experience. But the good news...

Tough calls: Making decisions in real estate and construction amid an uncertain economy

Knowing what to consider when thinking of pausing or powering ahead can make all the difference. Trade uncertainty,...

A Smarter Way to Renovate Your Kitchen

The kitchen is where life happens. It’s where mornings begin, where late-night conversations unfold, and where families...

Buyer Beware: Consumer Choice Amendments to Part II of the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule

The Current Legislation Statutory Accident Benefits are mandatory no-fault insurance benefits that are included in standard auto insurance...

Ottawa General Contractors Reviews: 95%+ Client Satisfaction Rating

In the home renovation industry, reputation is everything. At Ottawa General Contractors, our 95%+ client satisfaction ratings...
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For Ottawa-based tech founders looking to raise capital, these are challenging days. The "valley of death," that precarious gap between initial startup and sustainable growth, appears to be widening. While early funding often comes from family and friends, angel investors play a critical role in bridging this gap. In Ottawa, the Capital Angel Network (CAN) has anchored the local angel investor ecosystem since 2010. Despite a downturn in venture capital nationally, CAN bucked the trend in 2025, recording its second-biggest year in history. With a membership that includes individual angels, venture capital firms, family offices, and accelerators, CAN invested approximately $8 million in 2025 alone. In this episode of Techopia Live, OBJ publisher Michael Curran speaks with Suzanne Grant, the executive director of the Capital Angel Network. They discuss: -- Deal Flow in 2025: Why CAN ranked as the number one angel group in Canada for the number of deals invested last year. -- The Impact of AI: How investors are looking for a "moat" in an increasingly crowded AI sector. -- Diversity: How CAN is leading the country with 37% women investors, helping to diversify the local deal flow. -- Noteworthy Investments: Recent support for local and regional innovators like Marlowe, Plantaform, and Hyalodex. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 02:15 Introducing Suzanne Grant 14:02 Sponsor Segment 20:50 Capital MASHUP and NACO Summit 2026 22:25 Closing and What’s Ahead at OBJ For more on Ottawa’s tech and innovation scene, visit https://obj.ca/techopia. Subscribe to Techopia’s weekly newsletter here: https://obj121.activehosted.com/f/
Techopia Live: Local angels defy VC downturn | Episode 296

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