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North America's largest innovation hub. www.marsdd.com

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MaRS Discovery District@marsdd.bsky.social · 6d ago

For ImaginAble Solutions founder Lianna Genovese, making mothers cry is a badge of honour. What started as a university assignment evolved into an assistive mobility device now helping people in 26 countries. Learn how she turned a classroom project into a global startup.

How a school assignment grew into viable business

When Lianna Genovese saw the impact her mobility device could have on people, she “realized I had to continue.” Seven years later, ImaginAble Solution is now available in 26 countries around the world.

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MaRS Discovery District@marsdd.bsky.social · 6d ago

When it comes to running a successful agtech company, Purchs founder Marcia Woods stresses the importance of backing away from the computer and rolling up your sleeves to better understand your customer's point of view.

Building Blocks: Purchs

Founder and CEO Marcia Woods' best advice? To build an effective solution, you have to experience the problem firsthand. ABOUT MaRS DISCOVERY DISTRICT MaRS is the world's largest innovation hub located in Toronto. We support impact-driven startups in health, cleantech, fintech and enterprise. ---

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MaRS Discovery District@marsdd.bsky.social · last wk.

Whether you're interested in optimizing healthcare workflows, helping water utilities better provide clean water to communities, improving mental health treatment or more, explore the 12 Canadian tech ventures expanding their teams.

12 Canadian companies hiring right now

Explore 12 Canadian companies hiring people to help design the next generation of materials, streamline water utility management, improve mental health treatment and more.

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MaRS Discovery District@marsdd.bsky.social · 2w ago

Whether you've been a long-time fan or catch the TV highlights, women's sports is on the rise. Calgary-based startup StellarAlgo is drawing up a data-driven game plan to help the likes of the PWHL and WNBA better understand their growing fan base.

Fan metrics are shaping the new world of women’s sports

Professional women’s leagues are exploding. But to maintain that momentum, they need to understand who exactly their followers are.

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MaRS Discovery District@marsdd.bsky.social · 3w ago

In the latest episode of Solve for X, Leah Morris, executive director of Encode AI for Science Fellowship, explores the implications of this massive technological and economic shift — and how Canada should approach AI sovereignty.

Solve for X - S4E8 | How should Canada approach AI sovereignty?

AI has us all lurching between hype and hysteria, but what are the real risks and opportunities? In the latest episode of Solve for X, Leah Morris, executive director of Encode AI for Science Fellowship, explores the implications of this massive technological and economic shift — and how Canada shou

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MaRS Discovery District@marsdd.bsky.social · 3w ago

August? Already?! As we get back into the swing of things after the long weekend, check out all the recent news from the MaRS ecosystem

MaRS Monthly roundup | August 2026

August? Already?! As we get back into the swing of things after the long weekend, check out all the recent news from the MaRS ecosystem, including a huge raise announcement from Multiverse Computing, industry accolades for CERT Systems, an Amazon-sized deal for Electrovaya and a Food and Agtech fie

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MaRS Discovery District@marsdd.bsky.social · 4w ago

This summer has been punctuated by storms, wildfires and the accompanying smoke. Chiranjib Chaudhuri, chief research officer at Quebec-based Geosapiens, explains how his company's AI platform is helping users better predict — and prepare for — extreme weather events.

How AI can help assess the growing risk of climate change

Quebec company Geosapiens has developed a smart platform that can provide a window into potential extreme weather events.

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MaRS Discovery District@marsdd.bsky.social · last mo.

Canadian innovators are developing tasty advancements in the field of faux fromage. Learn how MaRS tenant AuX Labs, Women in Cleantech member Opalia and the University of Guelph's Alejandro Marangoni are perfecting the science of crafting dairy-free cheese.

Good plant-based cheese may no longer be a stretch

With Canadian alternative dairy startups on the cusp of commercialization, will we finally have animal-free options that rival the real thing?

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MaRS Discovery District@marsdd.bsky.social · 2mo ago

ImaginAble Solutions and Steadiwear, two ventures with the Mobility Unlimited Hub, are helping to restore independence to those living with motor skill impairments.

Giving people a helping hand

ImaginAble Solutions and Steadiwear, two ventures with the Mobility Unlimited Hub, are helping to restore independence to those living with motor skill impairments. Learn more about the program at: https://www.marsdd.com/service/mobility-unlimited-hub/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_camp

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MaRS Discovery District@marsdd.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Mobility Unlimited Hub ventures smartARM and Victoria Hand Project are harnessing modern technology to improve the capabilities and accessibility of upper-body prosthetics.

Transforming traditional prosthetics

Mobility Unlimited Hub ventures smartARM and Victoria Hand Project are harnessing modern technology to improve the capabilities and accessibility of upper-body prosthetics. Learn more about the program at: https://www.marsdd.com/service/mobility-unlimited-hub/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&u

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MaRS Discovery District@marsdd.bsky.social · 2mo ago

The future of Canadian cleantech starts here. Applications are now open for the next cohort of the RBC Women in Cleantech Accelerator, powered by MaRS. Learn more and apply:

RBC Women in Cleantech Accelerator

To solve the world’s climate challenges, we need more than just good ideas. We need diversity of thought to deliver meaningful impact. This means women and individuals from underrepresented communities, more than ever, need to be part of the solution.

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MaRS Discovery District@marsdd.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Cloudy with a chance of robots?! At Quebec-based startup Geosapiens, tech is always in the forecast. Here, chief research officer Chiranjib Chaudhuri explains how his company's AI platform is helping users better predict — and prepare for — extreme weather events.

Can AI predict the unpredictable?

Quebec company Geosapiens has developed a smart platform that can provide a window into climate risks and potential extreme weather events.

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MaRS Discovery District@marsdd.bsky.social · 2mo ago

As we wrap up June and settle into the hazy days of July, our MaRS monthly roundup highlights the biggest news from the innovation ecosystem.

MaRS Monthly roundup | July 2026

As we wrap up June and settle into the hazy days of July, our MaRS monthly roundup highlights the biggest news from the innovation ecosystem. ABOUT MaRS DISCOVERY DISTRICT MaRS is the world's largest innovation hub located in Toronto. We support impact-driven startups in health, cleantech, fintech

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MaRS Discovery District@marsdd.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Mobility Unlimited Hub ventures Bionic Power, Human in Motion Robotics and Ora Medical are developing solutions to help people with partial or total paralysis stand on their own two feet.

How Mobility Unlimited Hub is making strides

Mobility Unlimited Hub ventures Bionic Power, Human in Motion Robotics and Ora Medical are developing solutions to help people with partial or total paralysis stand on their own two feet. Learn more about the program with the Toyota Mobility Foundation at: https://www.marsdd.com/service/mobility-u

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MaRS Discovery District@marsdd.bsky.social · 2mo ago

In our latest Tech Update, SickKids expert Dr. Charlotte Moore Hepburn weighs in on the federal government's proposed Safe Social Media Act. Also included: Why TIME is talking about Carbon Upcycling and Hydrostor, funding for Scispot, a Bill C-22 update and more.

Why the federal government’s social media ban is just one step in protecting Canadian kids

This week’s Tech Update also includes Time’s 2026 greentech champs, a major raise for Koho and a big boost for the local innovation ecosystem.

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MaRS Discovery District@marsdd.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Mission from MaRS alumni, current cohort members and industry leaders reflect and look forward on the future of commercializing cleantech solutions.

Creating Climate Impact: Celebrating five years of Mission from MaRS

Mission from MaRS alumni, current cohort members and industry leaders reflect and look forward on the future of commercializing cleantech solutions. Tyler Hamilton from MaRS | Shirley Speakman from BDC | Gillian Holcroft from Green Graphite Technologies | Cameron Jones from Flash Forest | Luke Sca

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MaRS Discovery District@marsdd.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Inside a wet lab at the MaRS centre, AuX Labs is cooking up batches of ooey, gooey alternative mozzarella — realistic enough to fool the most discerning cheese connoisseur. Learn how AuX Labs and alternative milk producer Opalia are redefining the cow-free dairy scene.

No whey: Why good plant-based cheese may no longer be a stretch

With Canadian alternative dairy startups on the cusp of commercialization, will we finally have animal-free options that rival the real thing?

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MaRS Discovery District@marsdd.bsky.social · 3mo ago

At the fifth anniversary party for Mission from MaRS, we asked attendees what needs to change to speed up the adoption of Canadian cleantech.

Pulse Check: Accelerating cleantech adoption

Mission from MaRS cohort members and partners weigh in on how to commercialize Canada's climate tech ventures. ABOUT MaRS DISCOVERY DISTRICT MaRS is the world's largest innovation hub located in Toronto. We support impact-driven startups in health, cleantech, fintech and enterprise. ----------

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MaRS Discovery District@marsdd.bsky.social · 3mo ago

How can sales teams pitch their product as a stand-out solution? MaRS advisor Tony Cascio lists off the four questions every executive team needs to answer.

Pro Tips: Tony Cascio

MaRS advisor Tony Cascio shares how sales teams can position their product as a stand out solution in a competitive tech market. ABOUT MaRS DISCOVERY DISTRICT MaRS is the world's largest innovation hub located in Toronto. We support impact-driven startups in health, cleantech, fintech and enterpr

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