Startup Canada Podcast

Latest Episodes
Transforming Travel and Community Tourism with Bruce Poon Tip
Bruce Poon Tip, Founder of G Adventures, shares his journey of entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of small businesses in Canada and the transformative power of travel. He discusses the visio
Change Starts With You (And Strategy) with Maiden Manzanal Frank
In this episode, Rick Spence interviews Maiden Manzanal-Frank, author and consultant who specializes in strategy, change, and impact. Maiden discusses the importance of entrepreneurs as change makers
Turning Setbacks into Comebacks with Sarah Thompson and Jamie Rigby
In this episode, we speak to Sarah and Jamie of Where I Thrive. They share insights on hiring practices and reflect on their experiences, including the lessons learned from their unsuccessful cafe ven
Dancing for Good: Music, Community and Charity with Victoria Morton
Victoria Morton is the co-founder of TSwift Dance Party Canada. In this episode, Victoria shares her journey of creating a unique event business centered around Taylor Swift's music. Victoria emphasiz
Connecting Menstruators Across Canada with Nadia Ladak and Rashmi Prakash
In this episode of the Startup Women podcast, we speak with Rashmi Prakash and Nadia Ladak, two innovative leaders in the menstrual health space. They discuss their journeys in creating Aruna Revoluti
Exploring Menopause and Perimenopause with Lori Casselman
In this episode of the Startup Woman podcast, Lori Casselman discusses her journey in launching June Health, a digital health platform focused on supporting midlife women through perimenopause and men
The Women Behind Trusti with Ella Farlinger and Serina Ahmad
In this episode, hosts Kayla Isabelle and Melanie Ewan welcome Ella Farlinger and Serina Ahmad, the co-founders of trusti, a platform aimed at making STI testing more accessible and stigma-free. The c
Women in Femtech with Rachel Bartholomew
In this conversation, Rachel Bartholomew, founder of Femtech Canada and Hyivy Health, shares her personal journey through cancer diagnosis and treatment, which inspired her to innovate in women's heal
Resilient and Ready: The Rain Gear Pro Story with Keilan Clark
In this episode, Kelian Clark, of Rain Gear Pro, shares the story behind the brand, how they have built loyal and committed customers, and where they are growing into in the future.
Warm Traditions: Building a Sustainable Business in the North with Brenda Dragon
In this conversation, Rick Spence speaks to Brenda Dragon, Founder of Aurora Heat, in the Northwest Territories. Made from beaver fur, Brenda's business emphasizes the value of Indigenous entrepreneur