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Canadian firms race ahead on AI, but readiness lags
Digital Transformation

Canadian firms race ahead on AI, but readiness lags

Despite strong AI uptake, only 22% of Canadian organisations are ready to manage external risks, highlighting a widening governance gap.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Today
Canadian marketers boost AI use as readiness rises
Data Analytics

Canadian marketers boost AI use as readiness rises

Daily AI use among Canadian marketers has climbed to 51 per cent, as clearer policies and more training help shift work beyond basic tasks.

By Regine Laguilles • 4 min read • Today
Travelex signs 50 Canadian wholesale customers in year one
Supply Chain

Travelex signs 50 Canadian wholesale customers in year one

Demand for foreign currency has helped Travelex build a foothold in Canada, where it now serves more than 50 wholesale customers across three provinces.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • 2 days ago
Wealthsimple launches AI assistant, stablecoin buy, pro trade
Crypto

Wealthsimple launches AI assistant, stablecoin buy, pro trade

The launch broadens access to faster payments and trading tools for more than 4 million Canadians, with some features arriving in 2027.

By Jake MacAndrew • 4 min read • Last week
Loon CEO on CADC growth in evolving stablecoin market
Crypto

Loon CEO on CADC growth in evolving stablecoin market

Ontario approval means CADC can now be distributed nationwide, giving Canadians access to a regulated dollar-backed stablecoin from Loon.

By Jake MacAndrew • 4 min read • Last week
Sabre event spotlights defence supply chain readiness
Data Protection

Sabre event spotlights defence supply chain readiness

Canadian manufacturers eyeing defence contracts may need stronger digital controls, as Sabre's event highlights cybersecurity, ERP and AI readiness.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week
Cycode expands in Canada as AI security demand rises
DevOps

Cycode expands in Canada as AI security demand rises

Canadian businesses adopting AI in software development are driving Cycode's 500% customer growth there over the past 18 months.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • Last week
Canada privacy commissioner urges changes to Bill C-22
Encryption

Canada privacy commissioner urges changes to Bill C-22

Senators are being told the lawful access bill still lacks key safeguards, as privacy concerns persist over subscriber data and public-information powers.

By Jake MacAndrew • 4 min read • Last week
Upstream Works launches Totalix via partner network
Software-as-a-Service

Upstream Works launches Totalix via partner network

The platform will be sold through more than 50 partners from December 1, aiming to cut contact centre changes to same-day tasks for customers.

By Regine Laguilles • 4 min read • Last week
Integrity360 launches managed OT security services
Manufacturing

Integrity360 launches managed OT security services

Industrial operators can now outsource continuous protection as the new service set aims to reduce cyber risk without disrupting production.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week
BDO Canada teams up with ServiceNow on AI governance
Digital Transformation

BDO Canada teams up with ServiceNow on AI governance

Canadian firms struggling to turn AI trials into profit may gain tighter controls as BDO Canada and ServiceNow join forces on governance.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last month
SAP Concur Canada flags grey areas in travel claims
Risk & Compliance

SAP Concur Canada flags grey areas in travel claims

Canadian firms risk slower reimbursements and weaker oversight unless they tighten expense rules around food delivery, lounge access and tips.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month
Canadian small business sales rise 2% as Alberta leads
Xero

Canadian small business sales rise 2% as Alberta leads

Higher oil prices helped lift Canadian small business sales 2.0% in the September quarter, though growth remained below historical norms.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month
Chexy ranks second in Canada fast 50 after 23,183% growth
Fintech

Chexy ranks second in Canada fast 50 after 23,183% growth

Expansion beyond rent payments has helped the Toronto fintech process more than $2 billion and deliver over $35 million in rewards.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Last month
Superson opens first North American office in Toronto
Amdocs

Superson opens first North American office in Toronto

The move aims to help brands on both sides of the Atlantic tap faster market-entry support as Canada-Europe trade reaches €130 billion in 2025.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • Last month
Upstream Works launches Totalix contact centre platform
Software-as-a-Service

Upstream Works launches Totalix contact centre platform

The platform promises same-day changes and fixed per-agent pricing as Upstream Works shifts to partners for wider distribution.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month
Canadian small business owners turn to personal credit
Small Business

Canadian small business owners turn to personal credit

One in four owners are putting homes and savings at risk as tight cash flow pushes them to back their firms with personal credit.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 5 min read • Last month
Canadians wary of cyberattacks, trust small firms less
Data Protection

Canadians wary of cyberattacks, trust small firms less

Nearly two-thirds say digital mistrust has altered daily life, with many also willing to walk away from firms after data breaches.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last month
Gen Z makes up 38% of Canadian small business staff
Human Capital Management

Gen Z makes up 38% of Canadian small business staff

The shift signals a younger, larger labour force at small firms, with average headcount up 44% since 2019 and separations down to 27%.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month