Technology

What happened: Top Telus executive Josh Blair has announced he’s leaving the company Why it matters: Blair was thought to be a possible successor to CEO Darren Entwistle A leadership shakeup is afoot at Telus Corp.

What happened: New government rebates aimed at charging stations for single-family homes, condos, apartments and offices Why it matters: The rebates come after the province reworked its previous incentives over the summer for vehicle purchases Some e

What happened: Three B.C. tech-sector leaders discussed the industry’s funding constraints at Vancouver Startup Week Why it matters: Growth in technology may be stymied without enough investment capital, say experts It’s a rare feat for B.C.

What happened: The New Ventures BC competition honoured startups with prize packages totalling $250,000 Why it matters: Previous startups recognized in the annual competition have gone on to create 3,800 jobs and raise $380 million in financing, acco

Canada risks falling behind in global deployment of next-generation wireless: experts

Investment in Loop Energy by Cummins follows acquisition of Canadian fuel cell maker Hydrogenics

What happened: B.C. company known for waterproof tech for concrete is acquiring 30% of a European tech firm Why it matters: Kryton will become exclusive North American distributor of sensor technology Kryton International Inc.

What happened: Vancouver-based Trulioo has announced a capital raise of $70 million Why it matters: The latest Series C funding round brings the company’s capital investments to $96.

What happened: The annual Vancouver Startup Week returns September 16 Why it matters: Startups are facing additional challenges locking down workers as tech giants move into Vancouver in greater numbers The flood of tech companies spilling into Vanco

What happened: Grammarly is opening its newest office in Vancouver Why it matters: It’s among a number of American firms that have been entering the local market on the hunt for tech talent American tech firm Grammarly Inc.