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08/25/2026

The field of robotics could prove helpful in a literal field!

Learn how autonomous assistants could help famers deal with labour shortages, climate change and trade challenges.

Featuring BHF Robotics, Mycionics and insights from MaRS climate programs manager Katherine Festeryga.

Thanks to labour shortages, climate change and trade turbulence, farming is more difficult than ever before. Is it time to call in the robots?

08/25/2026

Clinical trials, without tribulations.

In our latest Launch Pad newsletter, we break down the key takeaway from our most-recent Vital Signs report, which explores the changes Canada's life sciences sector must take to help health tech innovators scale their ideas at home.

We've also got a sneak peek at upcoming tech events, industry job openings and more!

Read and subscribe today.

A sneak peek at our new life sciences report

08/25/2026

What does the next generation of food and agriculture innovation look like?

For the Mission from MaRS: Food and Agtech Venture Accelerator, we are looking for startups working in:

• Controlled environment agriculture (CEA) and greenhouse operations
• Land-based aquaculture and aquaponics operations
• Precision growing and environmental control (lighting, sensors, AI, robotics.)
• Food processing and value-added production technologies
• Modular, distributed and onshoring manufacturing technologies
• Industrial automation, process optimization and digital transformation
• Cold chain and storage technologies
• Logistics, fleet and warehouse optimization
• Supply chain visibility, traceability and demand forecasting platforms
• Ports, rail, freight and distribution technologies

And other proprietary food and agtech technologies at TRL 6–9 may also qualify.

Learn more and apply:

Canada has the opportunity to lead the global agriculture sector to a more sustainable future. This initiative aims to accelerate the adoption of solutions that can help build resilient food systems, establish reliable supply chains and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

08/24/2026

Applications close this week for the third cohort of the Mobility Unlimited Hub.

If your startup is developing a validated active mobility solution — including AI and robotics, smart wearables, alternative-input systems, inclusive transportation, sensors, remote care and recreation tech — now is the time to apply.

Join a cohort designed to help companies scale solutions that make life more accessible for everyone.

Apply before the deadline on August 28 at 11:59 p.m. EST.

This cohort-based program helps pre-growth stage active mobility companies scale their solutions to help people with disabilities live fuller lives...

08/21/2026

What does the future of a cleaner, more resilient food system look like? These nine Canadian ventures are building it.

The first Mission from MaRS: Food and Agtech cohort is addressing urgent challenges in the food sector by reducing emissions and waste, improving operations, and integrating robotics, artificial intelligence and other technologies.

See how these founders are turning adoption-ready technologies into real-world impact.

Read the story:

The nine ventures in the newly launched Mission from MaRS: Food and Agtech are optimizing logistics, harnessing the power of robots, tackling waste...

08/21/2026

Applications are closing soon for the next cohort of the Mobility Unlimited Hub, powered by MaRS and the Toyota Mobility Foundation.

This program supports active mobility startups developing technologies designed to help people living with disabilities move, communicate and live with greater independence and dignity.

Selected companies gain access to funding, expert advisory support, commercialization workshops, PR support, strategic introductions and a community of active mobility innovators.

Don’t miss your chance to apply.

This cohort-based program helps pre-growth stage active mobility companies scale their solutions to help people with disabilities live fuller lives...

08/20/2026

The summer’s almost over, and our interns are either headed back to school or into the workforce! Let’s see if they can recap their MaRS experience in 15 seconds or less!

08/20/2026

Brain-computer interfaces could radically expand a person’s independence, autonomy and ability to communicate.

Learn how Possibility Neurotechnologies is helping users control smart devices and express intent using only their thoughts.

BCIs are changing the lives of people with severe disabilities, brain injuries and treatment-resistant depression. But how exactly do they work?

08/20/2026

Our latest Launch Pad newsletter hit subscribers' inboxes, and it's a jam-packed edition.

We've got key takeaways from our report on the state of Canada's life sciences ecosystem, highlighting lingering challenges and new opportunities to streamline our country's trial and commercialization pipeline.

Also included: a swath of can't-miss events, exciting job opportunities and a full recap of the latest happenings at MaRS.

Subscribe today.

A sneak peek at our new life sciences report

08/19/2026

For ImaginAble Solutions founder and CEO 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.

When Lianna Genovese saw the impact her mobility device could have on people, she “realized I had to continue.” Seven years later, ImaginAble Solut...