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ID verification powerhouse Entrust acquires Ottawa-based WorldReach

Local firm's touchless passport verification system has gained further urgency during the pandemic as airports look to eliminate as many high-touch points of contact as possible.

How strategic IP helped propel Hexo into a multimillion-dollar cannabis powerhouse

HEXO knew it had to be proactive in securing a strategic portfolio of intellectual property (IP) assets – including patents, trade secrets, trademarks and copyrights.

Telfer EMBA students help Ottawa clean-tech firm land Vietnamese industrial client

The flagship two-year degree program offers professionals and rising executives the opportunity to hone their skills in a variety of areas including leadership, communication and team management.

Ontario tightens restrictions, gives police new powers amid dire COVID predictions

New measures include reducing capacity limits in essential retail stores and shutting down non-essential construction sites.

Merchants find fresh ways for customers to ‘Love Kingston’ amid pandemic

Through partnerships and innovative offerings, business owners are connecting with tourists and local residents alike

Turning back the pages of time: Ottawa startup sees bright future in old-school book-publishing techniques

Harvard-trained neurobiologist Alex Simon is turning his passion for high-quality, leather-bound volumes into a burgeoning business opportunity.

Cannabis producer Hexo seeks $1.2B capital raise to fund expansion plans

CEO Sebastien St-Louis said the Ottawa-based company is seeking “maximum flexibility” to make acquisitions and sign partnerships with players in related industries.

Ottawa firm’s COVID-killing robot gaining altitude in aviation market

High-tech disinfectant on wheels has officially entered service on Hydro-Québec-owned Dash 8s, with more customers to come.

Renfrew’s iconic Mill Music adding a little buzz to the mix

Beloved building – which has garnered a reputation as one of the largest instrument stores in Renfrew County and beyond – will soon host a cannabis shop as well.

IBM to provide tech, training to Carleton University AI, data analytics students

Tech giant signs five-year deal to provide “joint research and educational initiatives” and become an adviser at university’s big data analytics hub.