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We know they’re out there, and the Ontario Science Centre is seeking nominations for the prestigious Weston Youth Innovation Award. The Centre is looking for Canadians aged 14 to 18 who have used science and/or technology to find solutions to real-world problems in new and creative ways. Successful candidates will have put their ideas into action, making a positive change either locally or beyond their communities. Created to encourage and recognize young Canadian innovators, the award gives youth the opportunity to share their ideas and to be featured at one of Canada’s most popular attractions. Read the rest of this entry »

Absolute^®Software Corporation, a Vancouver-based provider of persistent endpoint security and management solutions for PCs, Macs, iOS, Android, Windows and BlackBerry devices, has announced that it is acquiring the assets of privately-held LiveTime Software, a SaaS and on-premise help desk and IT Service Support Management (ITSSM) provider based in California with locations in the UK and Australia. Read the rest of this entry »

With the holiday countdown ticking, Future Shop is in full force to help combat the gift-giving challenge, deploying the country’s top Product Experts and revealing its secrets to affordable gift-giving for those who always have the latest consumer electronics at the top of their list. Canada’s largest retailer and e-tailer of consumer electronics is also ensuring Canadians get the technology they want without fear of starting the New Year with a budget-breaking hangover, thanks to the new Price Beat Promise, which includes beating online competitor pricing. In time for the holidays, Future Shop is extending* its Price Beat Promise along with its return and exchange policy now through January 6, 2013, assuring the absolute lowest prices this season and zero chance for buyer’s remorse. Read the rest of this entry »

A galactic saga filled with tension, insurmountable obstacles, and unforgettable characters beckons gamers this holiday season. Including all three games in the series that has won more than 300 awards and received 200 perfect scores, Mass Effect™ Trilogy is available at retail stores and on Origin.com today from $59.99. This massive compilation is the perfect gift for longtime fans or friends who haven’t had the chance to experience the incredibly powerful and emotionally engaging universe of Commander Shepard. Read the rest of this entry »

Hexaware Technologies, an American-based provider of IT and BPO services with offices in Mississauga, has announced that it will be hosting a workshop at the TesTrek conference in Toronto, “Agile Testing Innovations in a Distributed World.” Hexaware will hold the workshop on November 8 and will also be a Platinum Sponsor at the event. Read the rest of this entry »

OpenText™ has announced the agenda for its Enterprise World 2012 customer conference, which will be held November 11-16, 2012 in Orlando, Florida. The conference, themed “Unleashing the Power of Information,” will offer an interactive forum where attendees can engage with OpenText executives, partners, industry experts and peers and share insights on the latest trends and best practices for managing enterprise information — from collaboration and the cloud to unstructured information and big data. Read the rest of this entry »

Toon Boom Animation Inc., a 2012 and 2005 Primetime Emmy^® Engineering Award recipient, has announced the release of Flip Boom Lite™, the first animation app designed for Windows 8. As a free app, Flip Boom Lite enables anyone to learn and teach animation on-the-go, as well as share videos and photos on Facebook, YouTube and more. Read the rest of this entry »

Zombie fans were in for a treat on Halloween as the bloodiest game ever to be seen on Facebook hit the social network – and Outlook failed me by ignoring every rule written and deposited the press release in the Junk folder, so this announcement is a tad late. Eruptive Games, the social gaming company responsible for the ISG top-10 title Mercenaries of War, announced the launch of Citizen GRIM on Facebook. With hordes of zombies, crazy weapons and thrilling game play, Facebook has never seen such a bloodbath! Read the rest of this entry »

Kerberos Productions is pleased to announce its partnership with Power Up Audio to provide sound effects for their latest title, “Sword of the Stars: The Pit”. As a demonstration of things to come, Power Up has re-cut the soundtrack of the first gameplay trailer for The Pit with all new sound effects to show-case the new sound package. Read the rest of this entry »

Nintendo Canada is taking Wii U™ on the road to give Canadians a chance to play the system before it hits stores on November 18th. Be one of the first to experience Wii U, including the integrated GamePad controller, HD graphics, and innovative games you won’t want to miss. See the tour schedule below for times and locations. In addition, sign-up onsite only for your chance to win a Wii U Trailer-gate party for you and up to nine guests. There will be a total of six parties Nationwide and winners will receive the following: Read the rest of this entry »