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December 11, 2014

Sustainable Fish Farming (Canada) Ltd. grows salt water Atlantic salmon in a land-based fish farm using technology which has been developed internally

Sustainable Fish Farming (Canada) Ltd. grows salt water Atlantic salmon in a land-based fish farm using technology which has been developed internally

Small-scale fish farm wants to export technology to urban markets

December 11, 2014

Sharpened colored pencils in pencil holder, on white background.

Sharpened colored pencils in pencil holder, on white background.

Three questions to ask before turning your good idea into a successful company

December 8, 2014

Sunit Mohindroo and Ahmed Badruddin are the co-founders of WatrHub Inc., a Toronto startup that’s making a big data play of collecting as much information as they can about the state and performance of the continent’s water utilities, and the industries that supply and rely on them.

Sunit Mohindroo and Ahmed Badruddin are the co-founders of WatrHub Inc., a Toronto startup that’s making a big data play of collecting as much information as they can about the state and performance of the continent’s water utilities, and the industries that supply and rely on them.

Toronto startup targets fragmented water industry

December 4, 2014

You shouldn’t have to become an entrepreneur because you’ve been downsized. You should want to become an entrepreneur because starting your own business is the one thing that you want or need to do more than anything else in the world

You shouldn’t have to become an entrepreneur because you’ve been downsized. You should want to become an entrepreneur because starting your own business is the one thing that you want or need to do more than anything else in the world

Why entrepreneurship by necessity scares the hell out of me

Ken Tencer

December 3, 2014

Five key takeaways from Startup Day on the Hill, which took place in Ottawa at the end of November

Five key takeaways from Startup Day on the Hill, which took place in Ottawa at the end of November

What entrepreneurs need to succeed in Canada

Jeff Cates

December 1, 2014

Indonesian youth walk past an Intel sign during Digital Imaging expo in Jakarta March 5, 2014.

Indonesian youth walk past an Intel sign during Digital Imaging expo in Jakarta March 5, 2014.

PasswordBox’s Intel deal raises questions about Canada’s buyout culture

December 1, 2014

The NanoPort system works by letting an array of tiny magnets move within the device, arranging themselves to form a tight magnetic grip once they detect a match. Once they do, a connector is released to share data and power between the two devices.

The NanoPort system works by letting an array of tiny magnets move within the device, arranging themselves to form a tight magnetic grip once they detect a match. Once they do, a connector is released to share data and power between the two devices.

With magnetic connectors, cords and plugs will become things of the past

November 26, 2014

A Toronto company has found a sustainable global niche by offering a cloud-based platform for journaling. Not journaling in a corporate sense, or an accounting sense, but plain old journaling: Writing your deepest thoughts in a diary you don’t want anyone to see

A Toronto company has found a sustainable global niche by offering a cloud-based platform for journaling. Not journaling in a corporate sense, or an accounting sense, but plain old journaling: Writing your deepest thoughts in a diary you don’t want anyone to see

Cloud-based diary platform keeps your secrets safe

November 24, 2014

Networking. Everyone does it – but how do you really win at it? Although Woody Allen was credited with saying that “showing up is 80 per cent of life,” it’s that final 20 per cent that really makes the difference.

Networking. Everyone does it – but how do you really win at it? Although Woody Allen was credited with saying that “showing up is 80 per cent of life,” it’s that final 20 per cent that really makes the difference.

Five rules for successful networking

November 20, 2014

Introducing Nicole Cherlet, the owner of Big Mountain Kitchen & Linen, an independent housewards shop in Revelstoke B.C.

Introducing Nicole Cherlet, the owner of Big Mountain Kitchen & Linen, an independent housewards shop in Revelstoke B.C.

Kitchen store caters to customers frustrated by big-box experience

November 17, 2014

As small unmanned aircraft become cheaper and more commonplace, their applications are getting more and more workaday. Like, for instance, wedding photos.

As small unmanned aircraft become cheaper and more commonplace, their applications are getting more and more workaday. Like, for instance, wedding photos.

Drone makers set sights on photographers

November 10, 2014

dental concept

dental concept

Tech-savvy law firm caters exclusively to dentists

November 10, 2014

Here are five tips that will make you the master of your evening schedule and set you up for a high-energy and focused tomorrow

Here are five tips that will make you the master of your evening schedule and set you up for a high-energy and focused tomorrow

Five nighttime routines of successful entrepreneurs

November 4, 2014

Mojio is a little device that plugs discretely into a port under your car’s dashboard, that connects its computers to the Internet, enabling them to report everything from its battery levels to fuel economy to whether or not it’s being towed, all via apps on your smartphone or computer.

Mojio is a little device that plugs discretely into a port under your car’s dashboard, that connects its computers to the Internet, enabling them to report everything from its battery levels to fuel economy to whether or not it’s being towed, all via apps on your smartphone or computer.

Everything you want to know about your car in the palm of your hand

November 1, 2014

If you want to become more successful as an entrepreneur or in your career, you can start by making a habit of talking and thinking more like the people you know or read about who are already successful.

If you want to become more successful as an entrepreneur or in your career, you can start by making a habit of talking and thinking more like the people you know or read about who are already successful.

You’ll never hear successful people say these 15 phrases

October 30, 2014

On Thursday, Oct. 30, the second annual Startup Open House is taking place with the aim of helping the general public get more informed.

On Thursday, Oct. 30, the second annual Startup Open House is taking place with the aim of helping the general public get more informed.

Startup Open House puts spotlight on Canada's thriving tech sector

October 30, 2014

Siblings Calvin and Tina Su have opened a Toronto patisserie called Butter Avenue, which specializes in macarons. Tina creates the treats while Calvin minds the business operations.

Siblings Calvin and Tina Su have opened a Toronto patisserie called Butter Avenue, which specializes in macarons. Tina creates the treats while Calvin minds the business operations.

Siblings find sweet success as macaron makers

October 30, 2014

Sarah ShaBacon is the owner, creator and designer of IWEARTHEHEADRESS

Sarah ShaBacon is the owner, creator and designer of IWEARTHEHEADRESS

Young B.C. designer shows off luxury headdresses

October 28, 2014

Working from home has its perks: Bobby Kimberley gets to spend time with Charles, his French bulldog.

Working from home has its perks: Bobby Kimberley gets to spend time with Charles, his French bulldog.

Life’s a party for young marketing entrepreneur

October 27, 2014

Taking a cue from services like ZipCar, Breather rents out furnished spaces in commercial buildings by the hour, giving people a place to work, sit or unwind in peace

Taking a cue from services like ZipCar, Breather rents out furnished spaces in commercial buildings by the hour, giving people a place to work, sit or unwind in peace

Tired of Starbucks? Service offers travellers a place to work or unwind

October 27, 2014

Follow these simple guidelines to start a business when you have little to no money

Follow these simple guidelines to start a business when you have little to no money

No money to start a business? No problem. Try these five options

October 24, 2014

Alison Fletcher had always planned to become an entrepreneur but losing her executive job sped up the process. The avid cook turned her love for cuisine into a Toronto retail shop and cooking school called Cookery.

Alison Fletcher had always planned to become an entrepreneur but losing her executive job sped up the process. The avid cook turned her love for cuisine into a Toronto retail shop and cooking school called Cookery.

Laid-off executive cooks up new career

October 21, 2014

While failure acts as a barrier to entry for prospective entrepreneurs, it’s not something to be feared. In fact, it can serve as an essential mechanism for providing clarity, and can be the catalyst for strategic pivots which can be the making of a great company.

While failure acts as a barrier to entry for prospective entrepreneurs, it’s not something to be feared. In fact, it can serve as an essential mechanism for providing clarity, and can be the catalyst for strategic pivots which can be the making of a great company.

Want to build a strong startup? Own your mistakes and do what it takes

Cameron Chell

October 20, 2014

Chef Adrian Niman founded Food Dudes with two important principles in mind: high quality ingredients and great service. This winning combo has allowed Food Dudes to flourish in the food industry. They’re not just a food company, they’re industry leaders in food-driven entertainment, and the Pantry is the epicenter of it all.

Chef Adrian Niman founded Food Dudes with two important principles in mind: high quality ingredients and great service. This winning combo has allowed Food Dudes to flourish in the food industry. They’re not just a food company, they’re industry leaders in food-driven entertainment, and the Pantry is the epicenter of it all.

How Foodee is challenging 'average and overpriced' corporate caterers

October 16, 2014

Video chat: How to make the leap from the corporate world to entrepreneurship

October 16, 2014

On Wednesday, Oct. 22 at 1 p.m. (ET), we will hold a live video chat with Bobby Kimberley, founder of Young Lions Music Club.

On Wednesday, Oct. 22 at 1 p.m. (ET), we will hold a live video chat with Bobby Kimberley, founder of Young Lions Music Club.

Video chat: Young marketer on tips for breaking into the music industry

October 16, 2014

After years of trial and error as an entrepreneur, I’ve learned to evaluate my new ideas carefully to determine if they are actually an opportunity, instead of just an idea

After years of trial and error as an entrepreneur, I’ve learned to evaluate my new ideas carefully to determine if they are actually an opportunity, instead of just an idea

Twelve critical questions to ask before pursuing a business idea

October 16, 2014

Mark and Mandie Murphy are the commissioners, er, owners of Left Field Brewery, a new craft beer maker in Toronto.

Mark and Mandie Murphy are the commissioners, er, owners of Left Field Brewery, a new craft beer maker in Toronto.

Husband and wife behind Left Field Brewery to open brew house

October 15, 2014

Stanislav Korsei moved from Ukraine to Canada in search of a better business environment.

Stanislav Korsei moved from Ukraine to Canada in search of a better business environment.

Visa program opens doors to overseas talent

October 11, 2014

Cleveland Cavaliers' LeBron James stands on the court during an NBA scrimmage basketball game Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2014, in Cleveland.

Cleveland Cavaliers' LeBron James stands on the court during an NBA scrimmage basketball game Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2014, in Cleveland.

Be LeBron James: Build your business at home

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