Startup Canada Podcast

 The card aisle doesn’t often represent queer folks, so Heather decided to do something about it and create her own products for herself and her community.  Today, Little Rainbow Paper Co is a shop filled with cards, pins, mugs, ornaments, notepads and more that celebrate the queer and the quirky! Heather designs every product in her shop and the products exist to provide opportunities for members of the queer community to show love, affection, and joy for each other. The post Celebrating Queer Lives and Relationships with Heather Hansler first appeared on Startup Canada.

Katie Young is the Founder of Klondike Kettle Corn. Katie blends her culinary expertise with a passion for community. With a background in restaurants and catering, Katie found her calling in crafting fresh, ready-to-eat popcorn experiences. As a devoted mom, outdoor enthusiast, and food lover, she sees popcorn as more than a snack—it’s a vehicle for connection and joy. Whether summiting mountains or gathering around a campfire, Katie’s dedication to family, friends, and community shines through in every kernel!The post Northern Pop: Kettle Corn That Connects with Katie Young first appeared on Startup Canada.

Jackie Rhind is the CEO and Co-Founder of Ovry, a brand of Canadian reproductive care products that includes pregnancy tests, ovulation tests, and an at-home male fertility test. Ovry tests are better alternatives to store-bought pregnancy and ovulation tests, which are wasteful, inconvenient, overpriced, and can often feel awkward or intimidating to buy. Compared to traditional tests, Ovry strip tests are tiny, discreet, just as accurate as any leading brand, much more affordable and each test uses 90% less single-use plastic. The post Better Family Planning Tools with Jackie Rhind first appeared on Startup Canada.

Amber Mac is President of AmberMac Media, Inc., an award-winning content development agency. In 2021, Amber was named one of the Bay Street Bull Women of the Year for her leadership in the technology sector. Amber has keynoted more than 500 events around the world, co-hosted a variety of podcast series, is a best selling author and more. Most recently, Amber is the host of Success in 7,an interview series featuring Canadian small business owners to learn their story, their challenges, and their approaches to reaching success, presented by Intuit Quickbooks. The post Technology Leads to Transformation with Amber Mac first appeared on Startup Canada.

Ange Paye is a tech entrepreneur wth a background in product management and is passionate about building tech that helps businesses give back. VOTO is about community building, charitable giving and digital engagement, all in one platform.The post Engagement That Does Good with Ange Paye first appeared on Startup Canada.

Katie MacMillan is the Founder of Kello Inclusive – a talent agency that exclusively represents disabled and visibly different talent. Kello is the first agency of its kind in Canada!The post Disrupting Social Attitudes through Inclusion with Katie MacMillan first appeared on Startup Canada.

Jonah Chininga is the Co-founder and CEO of Woveo, a venture-backed fintech company that’s revolutionizing community savings and credit systems through its cutting-edge community wallet. The post Relationships and Community as Capital with Jonah Chininga first appeared on Startup Canada.

The inception of Peau De Loup in 2012 was Adelle’s response to a blaring absence in the fashion landscape – a lack of brands challenging gender norms and catering to those who live and dress outside the binary. Together, Adelle and Ashlie are amplifying Peau De Loup’s message of inclusivity, authenticity, strength and are creating a fashion landscape that speaks to the individual stories of all who embrace Peau De Loup.The post When Customers Become Community with Adelle Renaud and Ashlie Grilz first appeared on Startup Canada.

Odutope Macauley-Okoro is the Founder of Topsie Crunchies Snacks Inc. specializing in the confectionery treats called Chin Chin. Inspired by her cultural traditions and passion for creating unique and flavorful snacks, Odutope started her business during the pandemic when she and her family craved African snacks. Odutope’s snacks have grown in popularity and are now available in some local stores in Halifax and are also shipped to customers across Canada.The post Crunch Inspired by Culture with Odutope Macauley-Okoro first appeared on Startup Canada.

Ivan Coyote is a writer and storyteller. Born and raised in Whitehorse, Yukon, they are the author of thirteen books, the creator of four films, six stage shows, and three albums that combine storytelling with music. In this episode, they share a preview of their newest performance and talk about their storytelling process. The post The Business of Creative Expression with Ivan Coyote first appeared on Startup Canada.