Startup Canada podcast

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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 emphasizes the joy and safety of their events, the significance of maintaining authenticity in a competitive market, and the operational strategies that have contributed to their success. Get your tickets for the Startup Canada Tour in Calgary on April 29th. For 50% off your ticket, use code Maddie50 at checkout.…

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Connecting Menstruators Across Canada with Nadia Ladak and Rashmi Prakash 48:53

7 days ago48:53

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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 Revolution and Marlow , the challenges they face in securing investment, and the importance of community building and education around menstrual health. Watch this episode on YouTube…

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Exploring Menopause and Perimenopause with Lori Casselman 49:53

21 days ago49:53

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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 menopause. She shares insights on the unique challenges women face during this transition, the spectrum of symptoms that can arise, and the importance of reframing the narrative around menopause. Watch this episode on YouTube.…

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The Women Behind Trusti with Ella Farlinger and Serina Ahmad 46:49

28 days ago46:49

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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 conversation explores the founders’ backgrounds, the vision behind trusti, the challenges of sexual health education, insights into the FemTech ecosystem, and the importance of building trust and community in health. Watch this episode on Youtube.…

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Women in Femtech with Rachel Bartholomew 46:50

5 weeks ago46:50

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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 health technology. She discusses the growth of Femtech Canada, its international collaborations, and the current state of the Femtech ecosystem in Canada. Rachel emphasizes the importance of overcoming stigma in women’s health discussions and the challenges faced by female entrepreneurs in securing investment. Learn about Femtech’s 2025 budget proposal here.…

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Resilient and Ready: The Rain Gear Pro Story with Keilan Clark 41:03

6 weeks ago41:03

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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.

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Warm Traditions: Building a Sustainable Business in the North with Brenda Dragon 42:50

7 weeks ago42:50

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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 entrepreneurship in promoting environmental responsibility. Listeners, Brenda and her team have generously created a code for you to shop with. Use STARTUPCAN and receive a free pair of thumb warmers with the purchase of any hand warmer.…

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Courage and Impact: Building Eco-Friendly Brands with Jeremy Lang 38:48

8 weeks ago38:48

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Jeremy Lang, Founder of Pela Cases and Co-Founder of Lomi , shares insights on the importance of celebrating small wins in entrepreneurship, his journey into sustainability, and the innovative products he has developed, including compostable phone cases and the Lomi food waste recycling system.

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Supported and Funded Business Journeys with Andrea Welling 41:36

9 weeks ago41:36

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Andrea Welling, Regional Director for British Columbia at Futurpreneur , discusses the vital role of mentorship and financial support for young entrepreneurs. She explains how Futurpreneur provides resources, including loans up to $75,000, to help diverse entrepreneurs overcome barriers to starting their businesses.…

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Can Technology Transform Mental Health Care for Children? with Matt Cohen 45:43

11 weeks ago45:43