Climate Neutral Wins $20k Top Prize in WEtech Alliance’s 6th Cohort ScaleUP Accelerator Program

Climate Neutral, a cleantech company creating innovative digital tools to accelerate climate action was the recipient of the ScaleUP Accelerator $20k award. This year six scaling businesses pitched for the top prize after completing an intense four month accelerator program. Congratulations to all presenting companies on a job well done!

Southwestern Ontario Black Entrepreneurship Hub Launch

Close to 100 entrepreneurs, professionals & community members gathered for the official launch of the SWOBEN Program supporting the creation of 80 new jobs and 275 Black entrepreneurs in the greater Hamilton and Windsor area. DETAILS

Red Piston Launches 3D Virtual Holiday Tree Decorator

Red Piston has partnered with Canadian Tire to launch a fun virtual reality experience which lets you experiment with Christmas tree decor online to bring your dream tree to life. DETAILS

Founders Night YQG Recap

Over 100 entrepreneurs and members of the entrepreneurial ecosystem heard keynote speaker, Vivian Kaye; Founder & CEO of KinkyCurlyYaki, share tips and tricks she learned on her personal entrepreneurial journey. DETAILS

Innovation Alchemy ScalingUP Series (5 Episodes)

Listen to the entrepreneurial journeys of five Scaleup companies who participated in the ScaleUP Accelerator Program for a $20K grand prize. DETAILS

Full Steam Ahead: Local Game Developer, Elecktri, Gaining Global Exposure

Few developers rival Windsor’s own Elektri, an independent developer who has gained exposure with the passionate online gamers. DETAILS

Local Skincare Line Changing Lives: Lymphology Skincare Wins Biz X Award for Outstanding New Business

Maddie Simone has a lot to celebrate these days. Not only is the local entrepreneur and mom of two the proud recipient of the 2022 Biz X Award for “Outstanding New Business”, she’s also changing lives with Lymphology Skincare, Canada’s only skincare line focused on lymphatic care. DETAILS

Opportunity Alert: Intellectual Property supports for eligible Ontario-based Automotive Companies

Intellectual Property Ontario (IPON) is accepting applications now through December 23, for eligible Ontario-based automotive companies to receive up to $25,000 in funding for intellectual property (IP) services, 1:1 mentorship and IP-related education programs.

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More Tech News:

• Tech Bytes | Cloud Computer: Do I Lose My Data If It Rains? Find out on page 13 of the Nov/Dec issue of Biz X Magazine
• APMA | Future of Work Automotive Scholarship Program
• Optimotive Technologies Receives U.S. Interest in Autonomous Robot
• Gaia Workspace Launches Calendar View for Easier Room and Desk Bookings
• Check out even more Tech News HERE.

Tech Connect Thursday Web Series with Vista (Jan. 5th)

In our January Tech Connect Thursday, WEtech Alliance's Director of Marketing, John-Marc Vachon, will be talking with Vista representatives Peter D'Angela (Lead, Manufacturing Engineer), Willys Abali (Manufacturing Engineer Manager), and Eric Rebner (Director, Operations, Maintenance & Engineering) about the innovation within the company and career opportunities in tech and beyond.

Reimagining Canada’s Traditional Economy: Genomics and Digital Technology (December 13)

A virtual broadcast exploring the opportunity to reimagine traditional economies through digital technologies, genomics and biomanufacturing. DETAILS

BIZconneCKt Networking Event (Dec. 14)

Join Chatham-Kent Chamber of Commerce for an evening to jingle, mingle and toss your cares away! Co-hosted by J.Bond Construction Inc. and Valley Axe Chatham. DETAILS

Service Canada Programs and Services for Employers (Dec. 15)

Learn how to access free webinars for Government Services and enroll in various programs and services for employers. DETAILS

More Tech Events:

• Chatham-Kent Talent Attraction and Retention (January 13)
• Save the Date: TeCK Week YQG returns March 20-25, 2023!
• Check out even more Tech Events HERE.

Launching in 2023, the Women in Mobility Peer Group will hold events and experiences focused on providing education, thought leadership, and knowledge sharing among women in and around the mobility sector.