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

Every Girl Deserves to Shine: Inclusivity in Fashion with Jamie Alexander 06.06.2023

”As entrepreneurs we fall in love with our products, and the problems... The post Every Girl Deserves to Shine: Inclusivity in Fashion with Jamie Alexander first appeared on Startup Canada .

Young Voices for Climate Change with Sarah Syed 30.05.2023

“Create opportunities in order for opportunities to come to you.” Sarah Syed... The post Young Voices for Climate Change with Sarah Syed first appeared on Startup Canada .

Branding as a Super Power with Christine Lieu 23.05.2023

“Like a house, your brand is one of the biggest assets you... The post Branding as a Super Power with Christine Lieu first appeared on Startup Canada .

Accessibility as a Competitive Advantage with David Bestwith David Best 16.05.2023

“The digital divide has created a wider gap between leadership and management.... The post Accessibility as a Competitive Advantage with David Bestwith David Best first appeared on Startup Canada .

Let’s Talk Side Hustles with Jeff Mitchell 09.05.2023

“When change happens, we become resilient. I believe pursuing a side hustle... The post Let’s Talk Side Hustles with Jeff Mitchell first appeared on Startup Canada .

Celebrating Yukon Doers and Dreamers with Karen McColl 02.05.2023

“We showcase the Yukon’s extraordinary people, culture, and places through our magazines,... The post Celebrating Yukon Doers and Dreamers with Karen McColl first appeared on Startup Canada .

Breaking Barriers with Christina Wong 25.04.2023

“I see confidence increase in the folks of our programs, and identity... The post Breaking Barriers with Christina Wong first appeared on Startup Canada .

The Power of Networking with Jarrod Goldsmith 18.04.2023

“Networking is not just about business. Ask them ‘how can I help... The post The Power of Networking with Jarrod Goldsmith first appeared on Startup Canada .

Transforming Parkinson’s Disease with Bronwyn Bridges 11.04.2023

Bronwyn Bridges is the Co-Founder and CEO of Pragmaclin, and is transforming... The post Transforming Parkinson’s Disease with Bronwyn Bridges first appeared on Startup Canada .

Embracing Innovation with Matt Mizzi 04.04.2023

On the show today, we are excited to speak with Matt Mizzi,... The post Embracing Innovation with Matt Mizzi first appeared on Startup Canada .

Redefining the Motel Experience with April Brown and Sarah Sklash 28.03.2023

Co-founders, moteliers, and best friends, April and Sarah created The June Motel,... The post Redefining the Motel Experience with April Brown and Sarah Sklash first appeared on Startup Canada .

Representation on the Runway with Lesley Hampton 21.03.2023

Lesley Hamptonn is an Anishinaabe Artist and Fashion Designer. Her pieces and... The post Representation on the Runway with Lesley Hampton first appeared on Startup Canada .

Helmets as a Tool for Inclusion with Tina Singh 14.03.2023

Tina Singh is the Founder of Bold Helmets, the first safety-certified helmet... The post Helmets as a Tool for Inclusion with Tina Singh first appeared on Startup Canada .

Bold Flavours and Fair Team Wages with Liz Mok 07.03.2023

In this episode, we speak with Liz Mok, Founder of Moo Shu... The post Bold Flavours and Fair Team Wages with Liz Mok first appeared on Startup Canada .

Black Women and Creative Entrepreneurship with Keosha Love 28.02.2023

“When I show up in a space, I show other Black girls... The post Black Women and Creative Entrepreneurship with Keosha Love first appeared on Startup Canada .

Building up Black Businesses in Atlantic Canada with Cheyenne Jones 21.02.2023

“To all Black entrepreneurs, the one thing you can do is recognize... The post Building up Black Businesses in Atlantic Canada with Cheyenne Jones first appeared on Startup Canada .

Bringing Afro-Flair Fashion to Canada with Funmilayo Odeniyi 14.02.2023

“Fashion in Nova Scotia wasn’t diverse. I wanted to bring afro-centric designs... The post Bringing Afro-Flair Fashion to Canada with Funmilayo Odeniyi first appeared on Startup Canada .

Two Failed Startups Before Acquisition with Marc Lafleur 07.02.2023

“If you think I can’t do it, that will give me fuel... The post Two Failed Startups Before Acquisition with Marc Lafleur first appeared on Startup Canada .

Indigenous Pathways with Michael Maracle Polak 31.01.2023

“I see a place where Indigenous values, and practises are in every... The post Indigenous Pathways with Michael Maracle Polak first appeared on Startup Canada .

Sweet Sweet Sustainability with Marina Tran Vu 24.01.2023

“We offer more materials as an option than any other brand in... The post Sweet Sweet Sustainability with Marina Tran Vu first appeared on Startup Canada .

Business From the Heart with William Wells 17.01.2023

“I want to hire as many folks with disabilities as possible. ”I... The post Business From the Heart with William Wells first appeared on Startup Canada .

Innovation Under the Sun with Stephanie Tien and Kristina Knox 10.01.2023

“Entrepreneurship can be done at your own pace. It doesn’t have to... The post Innovation Under the Sun with Stephanie Tien and Kristina Knox first appeared on Startup Canada .

Creating Community Through Food with Asha Wheeldon 03.01.2023

“At the heart of it, I love gathering. To Kula, we say.”... The post Creating Community Through Food with Asha Wheeldon first appeared on Startup Canada .

2022 Reflections: A Message From Our CEO 27.12.2022

What a year we have had! Kayla Isabelle, CEO of Startup Canada,... The post 2022 Reflections: A Message From Our CEO first appeared on Startup Canada .

Empathetic Leadership with Julia St.Amand 20.12.2022

Julia St. Amand is a graduate of the University of Calgary with a... The post Empathetic Leadership with Julia St. Amand first appeared on Startup Canada .

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