
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.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 301 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EntrepreneurshipBusiness | |||

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Love your content! Respect from a fellow Canadian:)
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
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
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!
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!
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The show centers on Canadian entrepreneurship, spotlighting founders and leaders who fuse business growth with social impact, innovation, and practical strategies. Episodes frequently cover starting and scaling ventures, branding and go-to-market tactics, funding paths, and unique Canadian opportunities—from defences tech to inclusive fashion and mission-driven brands. Noteworthy is the blend of gritty, real-world founder stories with actionable takeaways, plus a strong focus on community, mentorship, and navigating regulatory or market challenges in a Canadian context.
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Startup Canada Podcast launched 11 years ago and published 301 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Startup Canada Podcast include:
1. Emily O'Brien
2. Barb Stegemann
3. Warren Thompson
4. Hunter Scharfe
5. Lily Bond
6. Andrew Cordssen-David
7. Jenn Just
8. Kathy Tran-Riese
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