One constant factor in the Atlantic Canadian startup story in the past decade has been a strong underlying economy in key export markets – but that could change soon.
Robust economic growth, especially in the U.S., has provided primed markets for these innovation companies. But recessions inevitably come – it’s a matter of when, not if. Here are a few thoughts on what the looming downturn will mean for East Coast startups:
1. Founders will love Keynes – A little-known component of the Harper government’s economic action plan in 2008-09 was a substantial funding increase in the National