NS Researcher Wins Mitacs Award for Fabric Tick Repellent
N.S. is said to have the highest number of ticks per capita and the most cases of Lyme disease in Canada.
Wolfville, N.S.-based Acadia University researchers have created an all-natural and long-lasting fabric spray tick repellent. The work was conducted under the
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InnovateNB Nominees Announced
The organizers of the InnovateNB Celebration and Awards 2025 have announced the nominees for the innovation awards in nine categories.
The awards program recognizes individuals and organizations contributing to innovation across New Brunswick.
Top 7 Over 70 Seeks Nominations
Calgary-based non-profit Top 7 Over 70 will hold its awards ceremony in Halifax in May next year. The group runs an awards program that celebrates the recent successes of adults over 70 and it is the first time the awards will be held in Atlantic
7 Fathoms Makes a Splash on Dragons’ Den
Grates Cove, NL-based skincare company 7 Fathoms recently appeared on CBC’s Dragons’ Den, where they successfully pitched their business to one of the show’s investors.
The company is making skin and hair products incorporating the bioactives found
CVCA Says Region Booked $35M in VC in Q3
Atlantic Canadian startups raised about $35 million in venture capital in the third quarter of 2025, says Canada’s main VC body, which is small change compared to the total coming for the fourth quarter.
Templar Targets Electric Boat Market
A new company on Nova Scotia’s South Shore is setting out to electrify transportation on the water.
Based in Pleasantville, Templar Marine will produce a range of fully electric boats — from commercial craft and tour boats to water taxis — all
