Rick Spence

Startup Canada Podcast

Business EN ↓ 299 episodes

On the Startup Canada Podcast, we speak with the movers and shakers of Canada’s entrepreneurship community to give a glimpse into the future of business, and share insights on everything from social innovation to the future of work, investing, and why we need to think bigger to take our businesses global.

Author

Rick Spence

Category

Business

Podcast website

www.startupcan.ca

Latest episode

Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

Turning Medical Conversations Into Actionable Health Support with Dr Anker Banerjee and Dr.Sina Marzough 07.07.2026

Neurologist turned entrepreneurs Dr. Sina Marzugi and Dr. Ankur Banerjee discuss their innovative... The post Turning Medical Conversations Into Actionable Health Support with Dr Anker Banerjee and Dr. Sina Marzough first appeared on Startup Canada .

Pride Rewind: Language Shapes Parental Support with Gill Damborg 30.06.2026

Gill Damborg is the Chief Creative Officer at Brood. In this Pride... The post Pride Rewind: Language Shapes Parental Support with Gill Damborg first appeared on Startup Canada .

Pride Rewind: Sex, Health and Stigma Reduction with Ella Farlinger 23.06.2026

Ella Farlinger is the Co-Founder of trusti. We reflect on the growth... The post Pride Rewind: Sex, Health and Stigma Reduction with Ella Farlinger first appeared on Startup Canada .

Pride Tape is Powerful with Jeff McLean 16.06.2026

Jeff McLean is the Co-Founder of Pride Tape. Jeff joins the Startup... The post Pride Tape is Powerful with Jeff McLean first appeared on Startup Canada .

Pride Rewind: Inclusion Is a Competitive Strategy with Naoufel Testaouni 09.06.2026

Naoufel Testaouni is the Co-Founder and CEO of QueerTech, where they empower... The post Pride Rewind: Inclusion Is a Competitive Strategy with Naoufel Testaouni first appeared on Startup Canada .

Pride Rewind: Joy as Progress with Rae Hill 02.06.2026

Rae Hill is the Founder and Owner of Origami Customs, a custom-made... The post Pride Rewind: Joy as Progress with Rae Hill first appeared on Startup Canada .

Modern HR for Small Business Success with Laura Tolhoek 26.05.2026

Laura Tolhoek of Essential HR shares her journey from HR professional to... The post Modern HR for Small Business Success with Laura Tolhoek first appeared on Startup Canada .

Permission to Rest: Slowing Down in Hustle Culture with Janine Felst 19.05.2026

Janine Felst is the Founder of Hooky. In a world obsessed with... The post Permission to Rest: Slowing Down in Hustle Culture with Janine Felst first appeared on Startup Canada .

From Criminal to Kernels: Popcorn and Purpose with Emily O’Brien 12.05.2026

Emily O’Brien is the Founder of Comeback Snacks, a specialty popcorn company... The post From Criminal to Kernels: Popcorn and Purpose with Emily O’Brien first appeared on Startup Canada .

Turning Personal Deficits into Superpowers with Barb Stegemann 05.05.2026

Tune in to this mini epiosde as we chatted with Barb Stegemann... The post Turning Personal Deficits into Superpowers with Barb Stegemann first appeared on Startup Canada .

The Shift Back to Brand and Authenticity with Warren Thompson 28.04.2026

Warren Thompson is the Founder of Ollo Metrics. Warren shares insights on... The post The Shift Back to Brand and Authenticity with Warren Thompson first appeared on Startup Canada .

Startups, Sovereignty, and the New Defence Economy with Hunter Scharfe 21.04.2026

Hunter Scharfe if the CEO of Juno Industries. Hunter discusses Canada’s defence... The post Startups, Sovereignty, and the New Defence Economy with Hunter Scharfe first appeared on Startup Canada .

The Growth of Spyce Girlz with Lily Bond 14.04.2026

Lily Bond shares her inspiring journey from starting Spyce Girlz Seasonings at... The post The Growth of Spyce Girlz with Lily Bond first appeared on Startup Canada .

Breaking Barriers in Concussion Screening with Andrew Cordssen-David 07.04.2026

Andrew Cordssen-David if the co-founder and CEO of Headfirst. Andrew emphasizes the... The post Breaking Barriers in Concussion Screening with Andrew Cordssen-David first appeared on Startup Canada .

Not Your Kid’s LEGO Story: The Rise of Brick Chick with Jenn Just 31.03.2026

It’s not just about LEGO. Jenn Just has created products that adults... The post Not Your Kid’s LEGO Story: The Rise of Brick Chick with Jenn Just first appeared on Startup Canada .

Ignored by the Market: Building for the Overlooked Customer with Kathy Tran-Riese 10.03.2026

Kathy Tran-Riese is the Founder of Kay Tran Eyewear. In this episode,... The post Ignored by the Market: Building for the Overlooked Customer with Kathy Tran-Riese first appeared on Startup Canada .

Profit as Possibility with Staci Millard 03.03.2026

Staci Millard is the CEO of Thrive Accounting. She emphasizes the importance... The post Profit as Possibility with Staci Millard first appeared on Startup Canada .

From Grief to Growth: Building an Inclusive Fashion Brand with Navdeep Parmanand 24.02.2026

Navdeep Parmanand is the Founder of Celebrate Your Curves. She discusses the... The post From Grief to Growth: Building an Inclusive Fashion Brand with Navdeep Parmanand first appeared on Startup Canada .

Pursuing and Preserving Language to Keep Culture with Merveille Mukoko 18.02.2026

Merveille Mukoko is the co-founder of Yekola. In this episode, he shares... The post Pursuing and Preserving Language to Keep Culture with Merveille Mukoko first appeared on Startup Canada .

Turning Home Care Into Self Care with Tammy Watson 10.02.2026

Meet Tammy Watson, Founder of Canadian HandyWoman. Tammy shares her inspiring journey... The post Turning Home Care Into Self Care with Tammy Watson first appeared on Startup Canada .

From Family Metal Shop to Luxury Outdoor Kitchens with Cameron Mason 03.02.2026

Cameron Mason is a third-generation leader of a family metal fabrication business... The post From Family Metal Shop to Luxury Outdoor Kitchens with Cameron Mason first appeared on Startup Canada .

Whipped Up: Turning Butter Into a $2B Opportunity with Shruti Priya Agarwal 27.01.2026

Whipdd is what happens when you decide to grow a gap in... The post Whipped Up: Turning Butter Into a $2B Opportunity with Shruti Priya Agarwal first appeared on Startup Canada .

How Sunday Slowness Shaped a Brand with Stacey Kalsi 20.01.2026

Stacey Kalsi joins the podcast to discuss how lived experience, patience, and... The post How Sunday Slowness Shaped a Brand with Stacey Kalsi first appeared on Startup Canada .

Trading the ER for Entrepreneurship: When Care Becomes the Mission with Dr. Laura Shoots 13.01.2026

Tune in as Dr. Laura Shoots shares her inspiring transition from an... The post Trading the ER for Entrepreneurship: When Care Becomes the Mission with Dr. Laura Shoots first appeared on Startup Canada .

Navigating Acquisitions: Podcasts, Partnerships and Progress 06.01.2026

In this episode, Amanda Cupido discusses her journey with Lead Podcasting and... The post Navigating Acquisitions: Podcasts, Partnerships and Progress first appeared on Startup Canada .

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