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Startup Canada Podcast

Rick Spence
Entrepreneurship
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Reproductive Health
Inclusion
Community Building
Health and Wellness
Disney
Outdoor Activities
E-Commerce
Mentorship
LGBTQ Community
Small Businesses
Men's Fashion
Underwear Industry
Marketing Strategies
Fintech Industry
Pill Management
Teenage Girls
Portable Wind Energy

On the Startup Canada Podcast, we speak with the movers and shakers of Canada’s entrepreneurship community to give a glimpse into the future of business, and share insights on everything from social innovation to the future of work, investing, and why we need to think bigger to take our businesses global.

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Latest Episodes

Kristyn Carriere, is the Co-Founder of Seven Summits Snacks. In this episode, she shares the poignant story behind her chocolate bars and how loss sparked a wave of ideas for a snack that supports active lifestyles, emphasizing balance and nutrition.... more

In this episode, we sit down with Zena Harris, Founder and President of GreenSpark Group, to explore how she’s transforming sustainability in the film and entertainment industry. From recycling foam spaceships on The X-Files to helping studios and na... more

Julie Cole is the Co-Founder and Senior Director of Mabel’s Labels. In this episode, she shares her journey from being a lawyer to an entrepreneur. She discusses the early days of Mabel’s Labels, the evolution of their products, and the importance of... more

Maria Halfyard is the Founder of the Canadian raincoat brand Mernini. Hear about how she identified a gap in the outerwear market to successfully launching her brand. Maria discusses the importance of problem-solving, adaptability, and customer feedb... more

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Recent Guests

Zena Harris
A sustainability strategist, founder of GreenSpark Group, and co-host of the Tie-In Podcast
GreenSpark Group
Episode: Sustainability on Set: Transforming Entertainment with Zena Harris
Maria Halfyard
Founder of the Canadian raincoat brand Mernini
Mernini
Episode: Made for Newfoundland Weather: The Mernini Origin Story with Maria Halfyard
Michele Romanow
Serial entrepreneur and co-founder of ClearCo, Dragon on CBC's Dragon's Den
ClearCo
Episode: Advice on Building, Failing and Growing with Michele Romanow, Jenn Harper and Wes Hall
Jenn Harper
Founder and CEO of Cheekbone Beauty Cosmetics, a brand focused on Indigenous representation in beauty.
Cheekbone Beauty
Episode: Advice on Building, Failing and Growing with Michele Romanow, Jenn Harper and Wes Hall
Wes Hall
Founder of Kingsdale Advisors and Dragon on CBC's Dragon's Den.
Kingsdale Advisors
Episode: Advice on Building, Failing and Growing with Michele Romanow, Jenn Harper and Wes Hall
Shayla Chalifoux
Founder of Shayla's Plants, an Indigenous plant nursery focused on reconnecting communities with native plants.
Shayla's Indigenous Plant Selections
Episode: Reconnecting People, Places and Culture Through Plants with Shayla Chalifoux
Andrew Karesa
Founder and CEO of BlueBell Village and host of the Dementia Collective Podcast.
BlueBell Village
Episode: Transforming Caregiving: When Engineering Meets Empathy with Andrew Karesa
Cole Chauvin
Toronto-based comedian, actor, producer, and founder of The Garden Comedy Show
Episode: How Pop Up Comedy is Powering Small Business with Cole Chauvin
Natasha Walji
Managing Director at Google Canada for Google Customer Solutions, focused on helping small and medium-sized businesses grow.
Google
Episode: Google, AI and Your Business: What Entrepreneurs Need to Know with Natasha Walji

Hosts

Rick Spence
Host of the Startup Canada Podcast
Paige Harlock
Co-host and representative of Canada's 2SLGBTQI plus Chamber of Commerce
Malika Fontaine
Grant Manager for Quebec and the Atlantic Canada at Canada's 2SLGBTQI Plus Chamber of Commerce

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Great Show!

    Love your content! Respect from a fellow Canadian:)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bex.ercise
    Canada4 years ago
  • Amazing Podcast!

    I’m completely blown away by Rick’s podcast! The knowledge you gain and the phenomenal guests he brings on his show makes this podcast a must listen! 10/10

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    REIexpert101
    Canada4 years ago
  • A Must Listen!

    I just wanted to take a moment and say thank you for creating such an impactful podcast! I believe that we all have a voice that deserves to be heard. Thank you for putting this into the world! BE UNBROKEN! @MichaelUnbroken

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Michael Unbroken
    Philippines4 years ago
  • Love the show’s purpose!

    Rick has a great interview style and the conversations flow well. The show interviews great guests that allow you to learn practical, relevant and easy to implement tips and strategies in your business. Well done!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Young Money with Tracey Bisset
    Canada5 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    I downloaded a few shows from 2018 and gave them a try today. I listened to 9 shows today! Great interviews and awesome information. Very motivating and inspirational!

    Excited to listen to many many more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fasteddy107
    Canada6 years ago

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The practical advice given resonates well with listeners, making it a valuable resource for small business growth.

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Sustainability on Set: Transforming Entertainment with Zena Harris
Q: Can you tell us about your journey and your experiences in the film industry and why you chose that setting?
After working in HR for an engineering company, I became fascinated with the entertainment industry and recognized the need for sustainability practices in that space, which led me to focus on it further through research and industry engagement.
Sustainability on Set: Transforming Entertainment with Zena Harris
Q: What's the top piece of advice that you hope entrepreneurs will take away from your story today?
Courage and leadership are needed in all aspects of work right now, and everyone can step up and dig into the details and care about people, irrespective of their position.
How Community and Storytelling Built Mabel’s Labels with Julie Cole
Q: What's the top piece of advice that you hope busy entrepreneurs will take away from our conversation today?
I hope that they have a sense of how much they can do, what they need to prioritize, and how they can get the things that don't matter out of the living rent free in their brains.
Made for Newfoundland Weather: The Mernini Origin Story with Maria Halfyard
Q: What are your hopes that working with Arlene Dickinson can help do for you or your brand?
Maria hopes that Arlene's connections and experience will help guide her brand's direction and marketing.
Made for Newfoundland Weather: The Mernini Origin Story with Maria Halfyard
Q: What's the top piece of advice that you hope they will gain from listening to this podcast today?
Maria emphasizes the importance of building a business that solves a real problem and staying adaptable to change.

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Conversations with key figures in Canada's entrepreneurial landscape explore diverse topics such as social innovation, investment strategies, and the essential need for businesses to scale for global accessibility. Episodes feature insights from both established leaders and emerging voices, detailing personal journeys, actionable advice, and the role of community in fostering a robust start-up ecosystem. This series is especially notable for its emphasis on inclusive entrepreneurship, highlighting voices from underrepresented communities and discussing the intersection of business with social impact.

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Recent guests on Startup Canada Podcast include:

1. Zena Harris
2. Maria Halfyard
3. Michele Romanow
4. Jenn Harper
5. Wes Hall
6. Shayla Chalifoux
7. Andrew Karesa
8. Cole Chauvin

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