Technology

'Game-changer': Calgary becomes training hub for new miniaturized pacemaker

CALGARY — A new innovative miniaturized pacemaker, developed in part by a Calgary cardiologist, has been given approval for use on patients beyond the clinical research stage.

Feb 8, 2023 12:42 PM Read more >

Canadian government announces $46.5 million for deep-sea research

VANCOUVER — The federal government is investing more than $46 million over the next five years to see what’s under Canada’s oceans and then protect it.

Feb 6, 2023 11:33 AM Read more >

Google notifying Canadian employees impacted by global layoff of 12,000 workers

TORONTO — Google says Canadian employees affected by recently announced job cuts are being told today whether they have been laid off.

Feb 6, 2023 11:26 AM Read more >

Senate passes Liberals' controversial online streaming act with a dozen amendments

OTTAWA — Big tech companies that offer online streaming services could soon be required to contribute to Canadian content as a controversial Liberal bill gets one step closer to becoming law.

Feb 3, 2023 7:16 AM Read more >

Vancouver developer helping to green Alberta’s grid

Concord Pacific, Athabasca Chipewyan add new solar farms in Alberta

Feb 1, 2023 11:00 AM Read more >

Janus Henderson Investors to oppose Ritchie Bros. deal to buy IAA

VANCOUVER — A second investment manager is voicing its opposition to a plan by Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Inc. buy vehicle auction company IAA Inc. In a letter to the Ritchie Bros.

Jan 30, 2023 9:32 AM Read more >

Companies extend deadline to close Rogers-Shaw deal to Feb. 17

TORONTO — The companies involved in the Rogers Communications Inc. deal to buy Shaw Communications have extended the deadline to complete the transaction. Rogers, Shaw, the Shaw Family Living Trust and Quebecor Inc.

Jan 30, 2023 8:19 AM Read more >

Women-led startups fear falling behind amid tech downturn

Jan 27, 2023 7:18 AM Read more >

Pender Ventures raises $100M for second venture fund

Firm found success investing in B.C. companies Copperleaf and Jane

Jan 25, 2023 4:00 PM Read more >

Industry committee delves into Rogers-Shaw deal as fate rests with Minister Champagne

OTTAWA — The House of Commons industry and technology committee is set to meet today to look at Rogers Communications Inc.'s proposed takeover of Shaw Communications Inc.

Jan 25, 2023 6:55 AM Read more >