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Velocity and FemTech Canada support Waterloo students to design transformative tech solutions for improving women’s health and well-being By Angelica Marie Sanchez, University Relations University of Waterloo alum and founder of Hyivy Health, Rachel Bartholomew (MBET ’14), returned to campus as a collaborator of Velocity and FemTech Canada’s Innovation Challenge,
When Apricotton’s Co-Founders, Chloe Beaudoin and Jessica Miao, started their capstone project at Ivey Business School as friends and project partners determined to solve a long-time problem faced by girls growing up, their vision sparked what is now a worldwide bra brand and vibrant online community. Apricotton is the only
sanoLiving is honoured to be named ŌURA ‘s Canadian partner for midlife and menopause healthcare solutions! Wearable technology is set to revolutionize women’s midlife healthcare. Imagine consistent data on sleep patterns, temperature trends, and more, seamlessly integrated into personalized care plans tailored to each woman’s needs. With ŌURA’s newly added
Marlow, a Canada-based period care brand, has raised additional funding in a round led by Love x Money Ventures, with participation from Dream Ventures and other angel investors.
Femtech Canada has officially submitted a request to the Canadian federal government, advocating for a $100 million investment to accelerate women’s health and femtech innovation across the country. This funding would support initiatives aimed at addressing longstanding gaps in women’s healthcare and driving advancements in the rapidly growing femtech sector.
“I don’t understand the need for this.” This was a common response Rachel Bartholomew, CEO and founder of Hyivy Health, encountered while pitching her innovative vaginal dilator to investors. Designed to enhance the flexibility and strength of the pelvic floor, this medical device addresses pain caused by factors like anatomical
Femtech Canada exists to inspire entrepreneurs to lead in women’s health innovation.
A new locally-designed research platform is hoping to transform the way we track health and wellness here on earth and beyond. Sarah Offin explains. Read the original article.
A cervical cancer diagnosis in her late 20s came out of nowhere for entrepreneur Rachel Bartholomew. But while her body was in full rebellion, her brain was working overtime. During her recuperation from a full hysterectomy and lymph node removal, she’d connected with thousands of other women dealing with cancer
Femtech Canada would like to respectfully acknowledge the historical oppression of lands, cultures and the original peoples in what we now know as Canada. We recognize that we must do more to learn about the rich history of this land so that we can better understand our roles as residents, neighbors, partners and caretakers.
Femtech Canada is operated by Innovation Factory, a business accelerator dedicated to helping businesses launch, scale, and succeed. We provide start-ups and scaling companies with advisory services, training, mentorship, and strategic connections to help bring disruptive technologies to market, leverage intellectual property, increase revenues, attract investment and create jobs.
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