Shopify President Calls for Greater Ambition in Canada's Tech Sector

Harley Finkelstein urges Canadian companies to strive for growth and resist being acquired by U.S. counterparts.

Harley Finkelstein, president of Shopify, criticized the lack of ambition within Canada's tech sector during the Elevate technology conference in Toronto.
Finkelstein highlighted that Canadian companies are often seen as targets for acquisition by more dominant U.S. firms.
He emphasized the need for Canadian companies to aim higher and remain headquartered in Canada rather than becoming branch offices.
Finkelstein's remarks were part of a broader discussion on the state of Canadian tech, which included calls for policy changes to support growth and innovation.
Other speakers at the conference echoed Finkelstein's sentiments, stressing the importance of risk-taking and innovation to keep pace with rapid technological advances.