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6 Best Cities for Startups in Canada in 2026
6 Best Cities for Startups in Canada in 2026

Discover the best cities for startups in Canada, where your seed funding lasts twice as long, immigration doesn't require a legal army, and you can build a billion-dollar company without the Bay Area burnout tax.

By Devon Wood| January 11, 2026
Fabrice Grinda: Built $3B+ OLX , $200M+ Zingy, and Angel Investor in 300+ Startups 🚀
Fabrice Grinda: Built $3B+ OLX , $200M+ Zingy, and Angel Investor in 300+ Startups 🚀

This is episode 18 of The OpenVC Podcast. In this episode, Fabrice Grinda, co-founder of OLX ($3B+ valuation) and FJ Labs (900+ active investments), takes us through his wild journey from building and exiting billion-dollar companies to becoming one of the most active angel investors in the world.

By Harrison Faull Fabrice Grinda| February 16, 2025
How to create a start-up community in your city?
How to create a start-up community in your city?

Creating a community is one of the most rewarding experiences for founders. This post is a starting guide for anyone who wants to start a community locally. If you like gathering a group of people with shared interests, hosting events, and interacting with people from diverse backgrounds, this post is for you.

By Vandit Jain| December 10, 2024
Dan Bowyer: From being a model and Boy Band Member to Leading a $50m AI-Focused Venture Fund
Dan Bowyer: From being a model and Boy Band Member to Leading a $50m AI-Focused Venture Fund

This is Episode 12 of the OpenVC Podcast. In this episode, Dan Bowyer, co-founder of Super Seed, shares how the UK’s largest AI and industrial automation seed fund deployed £50M+ to support emerging tech. He discusses building a venture fund, evaluating pitch decks, and navigating the challenges of being a VC.

By Harrison Faull Dan Bowyer| November 12, 2024
Navigating the Fundraising Landscape in the GCC
Navigating the Fundraising Landscape in the GCC

The fundraising landscape in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region has rapidly evolved, positioning the region as a growing hub for startups and investors alike. Here's everything you need to know about it.

By Mirette Ramez| September 15, 2024
From Startups to Unicorns: Phil Nadel has invested over $100M into 200+ startups
From Startups to Unicorns: Phil Nadel has invested over $100M into 200+ startups

This is episode 3 of The OpenVC Podcast. In this episode, Phil Nadel, managing partner of Forefront Venture Partners, shares his journey from angel investing to running one of the largest rolling funds on AngelList. With over $100M invested into 200+ startups, he discusses the benefits of rolling funds, post-revenue investments, and the importance of adding value to portfolio companies.

By Harrison Faull Phil Nadel| July 16, 2024
OpenVC Guide: The Vancouver Venture Ecosystem
OpenVC Guide: The Vancouver Venture Ecosystem

Vancouver is one of the largest startup ecosystems in Canada. In this OpenVC guide, we will tell you everything you need to know if you're a tech founder or investor in Vancouver.

By Shaun Gold| July 27, 2023
OpenVC Guide: The Paris Venture Ecosystem
OpenVC Guide: The Paris Venture Ecosystem

Paris is one of the largest startup ecosystems in Europe. In this OpenVC guide, we will tell you everything you need to know if you're a tech founder or investor in Paris.

By Shaun Gold| July 3, 2023
OpenVC Guide: The San Francisco Bay Area Venture Ecosystem
OpenVC Guide: The San Francisco Bay Area Venture Ecosystem

When you think of startup cities and even startups in general, San Francisco immediately comes to mind for most people. And it should be as it’s the world’s number one startup hub. Here are the top investors, acceleratores, and things to know about San Francisco.

By Shaun Gold| January 16, 2023