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The Exchange District Biz: Empowering Innovators: Inside North Forge Technology Exchange
This central location hosts several events for makers, artists and entertainers with events such as Nuit Blanche, Jazz Fest and the Fringe.
May 31, 2024


PolySense Unlocks Innovation with Support from ElevateIP
PolySense Solutions is transforming lab and manufacturing monitoring with IP-driven innovation, backed by funding and guidance from the ElevateIP program.
May 13, 2024


Whistle Technologies: Protecting Innovation with ElevateIP
Whistle Technologies Inc. worked with ElevateIP and North Forge to develop a trademark and IP protection strategy—boosting investor confidence and market readiness.
May 7, 2024


POPP3R Cybersecurity: Cybersecurity Scams Are Evolving Fast
Cybersecurity expert and North Forge founder Hernan Popper shares insight into the rise of e-transfer scams in Manitoba and how individuals and businesses can reduce their risk of being targeted.
Apr 10, 2024


Unleashing Global Innovation: North Forge’s Powerful International Partnerships
Entrepreneurship knows no boundaries. It exceeds language, religion, gender, and politics. It’s about the immeasurable creativity of...
Nov 28, 2023


North Forge’s FabLab adds storefront presence with Makers Market
The Winnipeg Free Press recently featured North Forge’s FabLab and Makers Market, highlighting how our expanded storefront in Winnipeg’s Exchange District is helping local makers turn prototypes into shelf-ready products. Read the full article to see how we’re fueling innovation on the Prairies.
Nov 16, 2023


North Forge Announces the Indigenous Entrepreneur Scholarship Recipients 2023/2024
Chantel Wilson and Adrian Alphonso are the 2021 recipients of the North Forge Indigenous Entrepreneur Scholarship, gaining full access to the FabLab™ and one year of mentorship and prototyping support.
Oct 13, 2023


RampUp Weekend 2022: Startup MVPs Built in Just 50 Hours
Discover the winning ideas and rising entrepreneurs from RampUp Weekend 2022, where 60 competitors turned startup concepts into MVPs in just 50 hours.
Jun 8, 2022


Making sense with Industry 4.0 sensors
“Is my equipment working correctly?” The solution to this problem is what compelled Matthew Gale , Founder and CEO of PolySense...
Oct 7, 2021
Renterii: Building a Shared Economy Platform from the Heart of the Prairies
Jordan Smith launched Renterii to reduce waste, build community, and make experiences more accessible. Learn how the North Forge Founders Program helped bring his shared economy vision to life.
Jul 8, 2021


Building Safer Makerspaces: North Forge is Innovating Safety Through VR Safety Training
North Forge FabLab is using VR safety training developed with Bit Space Development and funded by WCB Manitoba to create a safer, smarter makerspace.
Mar 29, 2021


Carbon Block Is Making Environmental Audits Smarter, Faster, and More Affordable
Carbon Block is helping businesses reduce emissions by simplifying environmental audits. Learn how their technology and North Forge support are making carbon offsets easier to create.
Feb 3, 2021


An Incubator/Accelerator Experience Unlike Any Other: North Forge and MaRS Partner
North Forge has partnered with MaRS Discovery District to boost early-stage startup success. Founders in Base Camp and Pathfinder now benefit from a national support network, while still accessing local mentorship and community.
Jan 7, 2021


PCL Construction: How the FabLab Supported IoT Innovation in Construction
Learn how PCL Construction used the North Forge FabLab to explore local IoT sensor development for their Job Site Insights™ platform.
Jan 7, 2021


BHyve: How North Forge Helped Bring a Global HR Platform to North America
BHyve is using AI to unlock hidden workplace knowledge and boost collaboration. Learn how the North Forge Founders Program helped them expand to Canada and accelerate growth.
Jan 7, 2021


North Forge Startup Receives SDTC Funding for Cleantech Innovation
Carbon Block Inc., part of the North Forge Founders Program, is the only Manitoba startup to receive Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) Seed Funding in this round. Using blockchain-enabled automation, Carbon Block is redefining how carbon offsets are measured and verified—paving the way for cost-effective decarbonization.
Dec 17, 2020


Bockstael Construction: Building Innovation and Community at the FabLab
Discover how Bockstael Construction uses the North Forge FabLab to foster continuous improvement, innovation, and employee-led problem solving.
Nov 5, 2020


Recipients of the 2020/2021 North Forge Indigenous Entrepreneur Scholarship
Meet Kristopher Blacklaw and Colan Ross, recipients of the North Forge Indigenous Entrepreneur Scholarship, as they begin their journey of innovation and learning at the Fabrication Lab.
Oct 1, 2020


Spontivly: Building Community Through Data-Driven Event Management
Spontivly is using data to redefine how organizations plan and engage with their communities. Discover how the North Forge Founders Program helped them prepare for growth.
Sep 29, 2020


Princess Auto: Fueling Innovation at the North Forge FabLab
For over nine years, Princess Auto has supported the North Forge FabLab through their sponsorship of the Tool Room, helping founders turn ideas into prototypes.
Sep 2, 2020
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