11 Canadian tech entrepreneurs to watch in 2024

Source: Steve McCann | · MARS · | January 8, 2024

There’s a rather long list of problems to solve in 2024: climate change, chronic diseases, cybercrime, food insecurity, to name just a few. But across the country, great minds are at work on a range of novel tech solutions.

Whether it’s modular smart farms that grow fresh produce in even the harshest conditions, devices that turn fog and seawater into safe drinking water, or new methods of using nutrient-rich breast milk to care for the immunocompromised, these game-changing developments have the potential to improve the lives of countless Canadians — and they reflect the dedication and vision of the individuals and teams who have been striving to bring their technology to wider audiences. Here are 11 entrepreneurs whose innovations could make a huge difference.

Steve McCann writes about technology for MaRS. Torstar, the parent company of the Toronto Star, has partnered with MaRS to highlight innovation in Canadian companies.