Startup Canada Podcast

Latest Episodes
Investing in Misfits: How Difference Drives Innovation with Mandy Potter
Mandy Potter, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Misfit Ventures shares her journey as an entrepreneur, her experiences in the startup ecosystem, and her passion for inclusivity in venture capital. Sh
Trees, Technology and Transparency with Derrick Emsley
In this episode, Derrick Emsley, Founder and CEO of veritree and tentree emphasizes the need for transparency and verification in tree planting initiatives and shares insights on building a restorativ
Buying Business: How to Spot Opportunity in the Ordinary with Maureen Ngo
In this episode, hear from Maureen Ngo, Founder and Owner of East Van Laundry and Coastal Waves Swim School. Discover how Maureen's journey from university dropout to successful entrepreneur was fuell
Upskilling a New Generation of Leaders with Sarah Stockdale
Dive into the world of up-skilling and learning with Sarah Stockdale, Founder and CEO of Growclass. Hear about the power of community, the importance of staying scrappy, and the mantra that kept her
Redefining Representation Starts with Play with Samantha Ong
Joey Dolls is dedicated to celebrating Asian cultures through inclusive play. Samantha Ong is the Founder and in this episode we discuss creating culturally representative dolls, the challenges of man
Love, Identity, and Moissanite with Justin De Bernardi
Justin DiBernardi, is the Co-Founder of El&Elle, a Toronto-based jewelry retailer. This conversation explores the importance of listening to customers, the unique qualities of moissanite, and the bran
Food Sovereignty and Biology as Software with Jon Lomow
Jon Lomow is the Founder and CEO of Fieldless Farms, a company revolutionizing agriculture by growing crops indoors without fields. Jon discusses the challenges and opportunities in the Canadian food
Staying on Top: Collars, Community an Conscious Business with Braden Haley
In this episode of the Startup Canada podcast, Braden Haley, of Summit Dogwear, shares his journey from overcoming personal adversity to building a successful pet product company. He emphasizes the im
Swift Shift: Changing the Game with Zechariah Thomas
In this Startup Canada Podcast episode, Zachariah Thomas shares his journey from being a pro hockey player to starting a company that aims to disrupt the expensive hockey equipment market.
Funding, Values and Growth with Colum Connolly and Elizabeth Murphy
In this conversation, Colum Connolly and Elizabeth Murphy from Bloom Funding discuss their journey in helping businesses and nonprofits secure funding while emphasizing sustainability and community im