Communitech helps change your pace of innovation
Founded by tech entrepreneurs to help ensure the future prosperity of Canada, Communitech has supported the local and national community of tech for more than two decades. We work with companies of all sizes, from emerging startups to global brands; our reach and influence spans all levels of government and academia; working collectively has always been, and continues to be, the best way to get things done.
In short, Communitech connects you with the right people, tools and resources to help you survive and thrive in the age of uncertainty and change.
Collaboratives
Connect with the right people, organizations and companies to solve the problems of tomorrow, today.
Innovation Labs
Position your brand in the heart of our innovation clubhouse. Dedicated to entrepreneurship and collaboration, and a haven for world-class tech talent, it’s an environment like no other in the world.
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Resources
Access customized tools, coaching and programs to help develop your unique innovation strategy.
Communitech Tech Talks
Communitech Tech Talks are exclusive and timely conversations about growth and prosperity.
Watch videos and read reports from key players on topics impacting Canadians, our communities, our companies, our workforce and our economy.
You're in good company
We’ve helped some of the world’s biggest brands on their way to becoming adaptable organizations; those that can quickly sense and act on signals of change, adjust their business priorities or models effectively and survive and thrive in the age of disruption.
These are just some of the brands who have sharpened their competitive edge with us.
“I think there's something really special going on here at Communitech. We have operations in 140 countries around the world; we're a very global company. And I can tell you, from travelling around like I do, that there's something very special going on here.”
- Jim Smith, CEO, Thomson Reuters
Headlines
Budding firm shoots for consistency in medicinal cannabis
When Jim Clark developed osteoarthritis, he turned to medicinal cannabis for pain relief – but it was hard to find a reliable product with a consistent effect. So Clark, an electrical engineer, set out… (click here to read more)
Kevin Crowley
2021-01-21 1:59 pm - Featured
Communitech mobilizes IP expertise to help bolster Canadian prosperity
Communitech is mobilizing the experience, knowledge and insights of the Waterloo Region tech community to help strengthen Canada’s approach to the commercialization of intellectual property. “IP has a… (click here to read more)
Kevin Crowley
2021-01-11 9:30 am - Featured
Meat subscription service truLOCAL acquired for up to CDN$16.8M
Waterloo Region-based meat subscription service truLOCAL has been acquired by EMERGE Commerce Ltd. (TSXV: ECOM) for a total purchase price of up to CDN$16.8 million. Founded in 2016 and based in the Communitech… (click here to read more)
Kevin Crowley
2021-01-05 9:52 am - Featured
