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Technology Impact Awards: Stemcell Technologies named company of the year

Technology Impact Awards: Stemcell Technologies named company of the year

A Vancouver company developing stem cells for researchers across the globe was honoured Thursday as company of the year at the B.C. Tech Association’s annual Technology Impact Awards (TIA). The B.C.
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Yaletown streets get free Wi-Fi; other districts wait

Yaletown streets get free Wi-Fi; other districts wait

Yaletown BIA finances project while other BIAs seek city funding
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B.C. tech sector generates over $26 billion per year: Deloitte

B.C. tech sector generates over $26 billion per year: Deloitte

According to the report, British Columbia has the fastest-growing tech sector and workforce in Canada
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Ottawa’s new immigration program sparks talent pool debate

Ottawa’s new immigration program sparks talent pool debate

Global Skills Strategy aims to streamline entry into Canada for skilled foreign tech workers
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S2G Biochemicals Inc. to open $20 million biorefinery plant in Ontario

S2G Biochemicals Inc. to open $20 million biorefinery plant in Ontario

The Vancouver-based start-up company has announced plans for a new facility that will vastly increase production power
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Startup’s invention aimed at helping persons with disabilities

Startup’s invention aimed at helping persons with disabilities

SFU postgraduate designs mechanical exoskeleton that could revolutionize mobility
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B.C. tech could cash in on Canada’s defence plan

B.C. tech could cash in on Canada’s defence plan

Ottawa pledges 73% increase in military spending over the next 10 years
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Software firm eyes expansion with products tailored to First Nations market

Software firm eyes expansion with products tailored to First Nations market

Like many creators of successful companies, Xyntax Systems CEO and president Dwayne Lewis stumbled upon his business’ untapped market by chance.
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Infographic: 6 problems driverless cars will need to overcome

Self-driving cars may be just around the corner, but there are some bumps in the road that need to be smoothed out first
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Telus set to launch Android co-founder’s Essential Phone in Canada this summer

Telus set to launch Android co-founder’s Essential Phone in Canada this summer

Canadians itching to buy the new smartphone from the co-founder of Android will have to soak up some sun first. Vancouver-based Telus (TSX:T) announced Thursday (June 15) it’s bringing Andy Rubin’s Essential Phone to Canada “later this summer.
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