Life Sciences & Health Technology

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Canadian Life Science and Technology Park, Allyant, and IPS-Integrated Project Services, ULC Announce Strategic Partnership for Development of a Life Science, Healthcare, and Technology Park in Georgina

14 March 2024

In the initial phase, this collaborative effort will begin with the development and site master planning of a 56-acre site in Georgina, Ontario, situated within the Keswick Business Park. This park aims to serve a wide array of sectors, attracting tenants and clients from pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, bioprocessing, Contract Research Organizations (CROs), Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations (CDMOs), warehousing, healthcare, academia, digital and technology sectors, and other related fields.

Meet Yihong Qi: Markham-based Pontosense’s CTO and Co-Founder

6 March 2024

Pontosense is changing how we monitor ourselves by replacing bulky wearable devices with artificial intelligence and advanced sensors. This change in how biometric data is collected and analyzed may seem like something out of science fiction.

York Region thrives: where talent and opportunity intersect

5 March 2024

“Identifying challenges in the business community and taking action to overcome them is the backbone of the 2024 to 2027 Economic Development Action Plan,” said City of Richmond Hill Regional Councillor Joe DiPaola, Chair of the Region’s Planning and Economic Development. “The 2024 to 2027 Action Plan builds on important work already underway to complement our partners’ efforts and drive economic prosperity together.”

Newmarket-based Southlake Hospital makes best hospitals list for Ontario, Canada for 6th year

4 March 2024

“It’s an honour for Southlake to be recognized among the best hospitals in the country for six years in a row,” said Southlake president and chief executive officer Dr. Paul Wood.

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Revolutionizing breast health screening with Canada Catalyst Company, Linda Lifetech

29 February 2024

ventureLAB is proud to proud to shine the spotlight on a Canada Catalyst company, Linda Lifetech, a company that’s transforming breast health screening with cutting-edge technology.

Shaping Tomorrow: ventureLAB Unveils Innovative TechEdge Program

21 February 2024

ventureLAB is thrilled to unveil the TechEdge program that propels startups by equipping them with the resources, insights and networks.

Aurora-based Skinopathy makes CIX 2024 Top 20 Startup List

15 February 2024

The CIX Top 20 Early and Top 10 Growth Awards recognize outstanding Canadian tech companies in early and growth stages.

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Markham headquartered Sentrex Health Solutions expands innovative healthcare services with strategic acquisition of PerCuro Clinical Research Ltd.

12 February 2024

Both organizations are dedicated to delivering seamless care through this transition, while ensuring continued high-quality care for all patients and stakeholders involved.

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York Region creates new plan to boost business, economy, workforce

8 February 2024

York Region business and research leaders are welcoming a new strategy to help develop the regional economy and businesses.

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Announcing the 7th Cohort of the Hardware Catalyst Initiative

5 February 2024

The selection process for cohort 7 was highly competitive, including a rigorous bootcamp to ensure the selected companies were primed for success in the hardware industry, which is notoriously known for long lead times for product validation and securing investment.

Advisor series: building stronger ventures with diversified strengths

2 February 2024

In the ever-evolving world of startups, building successful ventures goes beyond just innovative ideas and market analysis – it lies in the strength and diversity of your startup’s team.

Announcing the third cohort of ventureLAB’s Accelerate AI

23 January 2024

ventureLAB is proud to announce the 3rd cohort of the Accelerate AI program. This transformative 6-month program is designed to champion the growth and scaling of AI startups, empowering them to deliver cutting-edge solutions and applications that tackle the challenges in the modern industry!

Government of Canada supports expansion of services at ventureLAB

19 January 2024

$4.5 million for the next phase of the Hardware Catalyst Initiative, supporting 30 technology companies while creating and maintaining over 170 jobs in southern Ontario.

York Region giving $1.08M boost to international, women-led businesses

15 January 2024

The funding proposed would be over three years and would come from the region’s Innovation Investment Fund, which the region includes in its budget to support innovative projects on an application basis.

AbbVie Canada expanding and celebrates over a decade of thriving in Markham

13 December 2023

“That’s why we needed a bigger office as the new home in Markham, to welcome the Ontario-based employees,” Murphy said. “We wanted to build an environment that stimulates collaboration, innovation and inspires us.”

Markham company developing AI wearable device to help people who are blind, visually impaired

4 December 2023

The most common way for people with visual impairments to navigate outside is through the use of guide canes and raised tactile indicators at intersections. Yu said these devices are more than 100 years old, and there hasn’t been much progress made with alternative solutions, while the Visiontif wearable device is a screen reader for the real world.