VC investment in Canada hit its second highest level last year, Canada’s annual Gairdner awards announced, Quebec SMEs benefit from a $9 million e-commerce boost, Ontario invests in autonomous vehicles, and more.
Organization: iNovia
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McGill spin-off secures $3.5 million in financing
DFT Microsystems Canada Inc has secured $3.5 million in financing from a group of venture capitalists to move into full manufacture of its second-generation instruments and prepare for future growth. The funding was provided by Fondaction, iNovia and Zon Capital. The Montreal-based firm develops testing equipment for high-speed semiconductor device interfaces at a fraction of…