Canadian businesses and investors aren’t backing homegrown firms enough, founders say

Startup founders have long complained that it’s too hard to sell to corporate Canada, which prioritizes large foreign suppliers over domestic players with innovative products. ThinkOn is part of a four-firm consortium trying to sell sovereign AI infrastructure to the public sector. 

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Redefining Sovereignty Panel

The shifting geo-political landscape presents a once in a generation opportunity to create new company categories that protect Canada’s security, sovereignty, and beyond. Join Canadian founders writing the playbook for navigating Canada’s next industrial era of dual-use technologies.

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Canadian Cloud Infrastructure: Who Actually Controls Your Stack?

Canada now has a credible and growing domestic cloud infrastructure ecosystem. These are the providers that meet the full sovereignty standard: Canadian-owned, Canadian-operated, not subject to any foreign data access law.

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ThinkOn travels to Australia

During Prime Minister Mark Carney’s visit to Australia, ThinkOn joined discussions with government and industry leaders focused on strengthening collaboration in AI, defence, energy, investment, and critical minerals — shaping the future of economic growth in both countries.

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Delivering What Matters: Building a More Trusted, Transparent, and Future-Ready Canada

This panel discussion explored how senior leaders are aligning modernization efforts with one vision—making government more trusted, transparent, and digital-first.

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Building a Canadian Full-Stack Hardware Ecosystem for Data Centres

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Microsoft vows to protect ‘digital sovereignty’ in $7.5-billion Canadian data-centre expansion

Microsoft vows to protect ‘digital sovereignty’ in $7.5-billion Canadian data-centre expansion while vowing to keep data within the Canadian borders.

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Global Success: Canada Style

When companies exit early, it impacts Canada’s ability to grow large international successes. The effects are significant from a government perspective. This session highlights three Canadian businesses that are achieving international success – Canadian style.

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From scaling global innovation to building Alberta’s digital backbone

ThinkOn CEO Craig McLellan participated in a panel outlining how Alberta’s unique position, especially its energy and infrastructure, is being leveraged to support high-density AI and cloud growth. This is the blueprint for a sustainable, secure digital future.

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AI sovereignty in the spotlight as Microsoft Canada gets new president

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Finding Sovereignty and Why it Matters

NORCAT put together an inspiring event where our very own CEO Craig McLellan reminded everyone why sovereignty matters more than ever.

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ThinkOn, Hypertec, Aptum, and eStruxture Launch Canada’s First End-to-End Sovereign, AI-Ready Government Cloud

Think On Inc., Hypertec Group, Aptum, and eStruxture Data Centers announces the launch of Canada’s first end-to-end sovereign AI-ready government cloud, built to meet the Government of Canada’s requirements for data residency, operational sovereignty, and digital sovereignty.

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ThinkOn and 123 Cyber launch 123 Enclave — A Canadian Sovereign Cloud Solution for CMMC and CPCSC compliance 

Think On, Inc. and 123 Cyber Inc. announced the launch of 123 Enclave, a Canadian sovereign cloud platform designed to help defence and security contractors achieve CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) and CPCSC (Canadian Program for Cyber Security Certification) compliance.

Canada hopes to build a sovereign cloud to counter US dominance. It won’t be easy

At the third annual ALL IN conference on artificial intelligence (AI) in Montréal, Canada’s AI minister called digital sovereignty “the most pressing policy and democratic issue of our time.”

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AI at Scale: Power, Productivity, and Progress – with Data as the Critical Component

The discussion featured Pascal Fortin, CEO of Cybereco, and Craig McLellan, Founder and CEO of ThinkOn, with Bahar Sateli, Ph.D., Partner in AI and Advanced Analytics at PwC Canada moderating. Together, they explored how AI is reshaping industries and business strategies, while also addressing the risks and challenges of adoption.

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Canada’s Sovereign Cloud Initiative 

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Canadian companies racing to build sovereign, energy efficient data centres

Ottawa Morning talks with the CEO of Cerio, a Kanata-based company focused on making data centres more energy-efficient. Phil Harris says Canada needs to move fast to keep up with demand.

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What big boats can teach Canada about creating a tech industry boom

The article explores Ottawa’s plan to prioritize Canadian tech firms in government contracts. ThinkOn CEO Craig McLellan supports the approach, saying revenue from public contracts is more effective than subsidies and helps companies scale by meeting high standards and gaining credibility

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Canada at a Crossroads: AI Sovereignty in a Shifting Global Order

Craig McLellan appeared on a panel moderated by Globe & Mail columnist Sean Silcoff where they discussed why Canada must assert control over its data and digital infrastructure to ensure long-term economic security, innovation autonomy, and public trust.

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Securing Canada’s Data Future: How Toronto’s ThinkOn is Strengthening Digital Sovereignty for Government and Business

ThinkOn’s partnership with Nimble was featured in CCI’s newsletter “By Canadian” which focused on how ThinkOn is strengthening digital sovereignty within Canada’s private & public sectors.

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ThinkOn Launches Canada’s Only Sovereign Desktop-as-a-Service (DaaS) Solution for Sensitive Government Data

“The release of this VDI and DaaS solution marks a significant milestone in providing a truly sovereign cloud solution for Canada’s public sector,” said Craig McLellan. “By ensuring that all data remains within Canadian borders and meets government security standards, we are empowering government agencies to embrace digital transformation with confidence.”

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The Hard Truth about Your CSP: Separating Fact from Fiction in the Canadian Sovereign Cloud Market

This blog emphasizes the importance of true data sovereignty in Canada and explains how to assess if a cloud provider is fully sovereign. At the time of this blog post, ThinkOn is the only Canadian-owned, government-approved and VMware-certified option.

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Repatriating the Data Supply Chain with a Sovereign Cloud

ThinkOn CEO Craig McLellan joined David Common on CBC’s Metro Morning to talk about public procurement and the role Canadian companies can play in delivering secure, reliable tech for government.

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Fortifying Canada’s Future: Ensuring Sovereignty in an Era of Uncertainty

Craig McLellan joined CGE Radio’s J. Richard Jones to discuss the importance of data sovereignty, the evolution of the data landscape, practical steps for enhancing data security, and the impact of U.S. CLOUD Act impact on Canada.

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Myth-busting data sovereignty: Residency ≠ sovereignty

This article describes how many cloud providers mislead by equating data residency with sovereignty. Storing data in Canada doesn’t prevent foreign access if the provider is U.S.-owned. Under laws like the CLOUD Act, Canadian data remains vulnerable.

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Changing U.S. relationship has thrust Canada’s data sovereignty into the spotlight

ThinkOn & Craig McLellan were featured in the Globe and Mail discussing how the evolving U.S. & Canada political dynamic is sharpening Canada’s focus and prioritization of data sovereignty within Canada.

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Mastering Your National Digital Destiny: The Power of Data Sovereignty to Fuel Innovation

This article argues that true data sovereignty is essential to Canada’s economic growth and innovation. It dispels myths about data sovereignty limiting innovation, clarifies the difference from data residency, and urges investment in Canadian talent and infrastructure to keep data secure, sovereign, and free from foreign control.

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Mastering your Digital Destiny: The Power of Data Sovereignty | TEDxCanadoreCollege

In his TEDx talk, ThinkOn CEO Craig McLellan highlights the importance of data sovereignty for national security, innovation, and economic growth.

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Canada-wide Digital Access, Sovereignty, and Data Security: The Three Pillars of Social Equity

This article emphasizes the fact that digital access, data sovereignty, and security are essential pillars of social equity in Canada.

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ThinkOn Partners with VMware to Grow Sovereign Cloud Services by 78% in Just 5 Years

This case study provides an overview of ThinkOn’s partnership with VMware which expanded its Sovereign Cloud services by 78% over five years, becoming Canada’s only local provider authorized to host sensitive government data.

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Playing Fair in the Cloud-computing Market: Is “Big Cloud” Bullying You Out of Cybersecurity?

In part two of this blog series, Craig McLellan critiques anti-competitive practices by hyperscale cloud providers, warning they jeopardize cybersecurity and data sovereignty.

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Invest in Canada: A Canadian Innovation Success Story

In this article Craig McLellan highlights Canadian government programs that fuel technology innovation. He recounts ThinkOn’s rapid expansion, principles of simplicity, transparent pricing, and security, and its sovereign-cloud Compass™ platform, asserting that Canadian talent and data sovereignty drive global competitiveness.

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Data Security and Compliance: Are Foreign Actors Lurking in Your Cloud Provider’s Supply Chain?

This third article of ThinkOn’s series on data sovereignty outlines how foreign-controlled cloud providers pose security and compliance risks due to offshore data access.

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Technology Solutions for a Free and Secure Nation: Is Data Privacy Possible in a Digital-First Canada?

In this article, Director of Global Public Sector Paul West explains how a sovereign cloud is essential for a secure, digital-first Canada.

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From Cloud First to Cloud Smart

Craig McLellan joined CGE Radio’s J. Richard Jones to discuss Canada’s cloud procurement strategy, questioning whether government negotiators engage the right providers.

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ThinkOn Opens Global Command Centre Bringing Specialized Technology Jobs and Economic Boost to North Bay

ThinkOn announces the opening of a $4M Global Command Centre, creating 20-30 tech jobs and 20 co-op placements. “We needed a 24/7 operations centre run by an elite team,” said CEO Craig McLellan, praising North Bay’s community, talent and quality of life.

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The Canadian Cloud Difference

Craig McLellan joined CGE Radio’s J. Richard Jones to explore Canada’s Cloud First strategy, what it means to be an approved cloud provider under SSC’s framework, and the challenges of adoption—highlighting the importance of data sovereignty, traceability, secure supply chains, and compliance with Canadian regulations.

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Canadian Data Deserves a Canadian Sovereign Cloud

This article advocates for Canadian data to stay in Canada, warning that foreign-owned cloud providers may expose it to foreign laws. Their sovereign cloud ensures full compliance with Canadian regulations, protecting sensitive data with local infrastructure, oversight, and security standards.

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Providing Sovereign Cloud Solutions and Services That Meet the Needs of Canada’s Data

The article explains how ThinkOn delivers secure, transparently priced sovereign cloud services entirely managed in Canada. Serving government and regulated sectors, it ensures compliance with Canadian laws and privacy standards, avoiding offshore risks.

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ThinkOn Joins VMware Sovereign Cloud Initiative to Support the Data Privacy and Compliance Requirements of Canadian Customers

This article covers how ThinkOn has been named Canada’s first partner in the VMware Sovereign Cloud initiative, recognizing its leadership in secure, sovereign cloud services.

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The Future of Canada’s Digital Government on A Secure and Sovereign Canadian Cloud

In this article, ThinkOn and VMware highlight Canada’s digital government future relying on secure, sovereign Canadian cloud infrastructure.

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ThinkOn Inc. Launches GCloud.ca by ThinkOn – A Digital Marketplace of Cloud Solutions for Canada’s Public Sector

CEO Craig McLellan emphasized that GCloud.ca features top Canadian software technologies, ensuring data safety and compliance with public sector security standards

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Managing Canada’s Data On A Canadian Cloud For A Secure & Sovereign Digital Government

The video features an interview with ThinkOn’s Craig McLellan and VMware Canada’s National Director Peter Near where they explore how Canada’s government, agencies and public sector organizations can embrace a transformational sovereign cloud journey.

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A year after Cambridge Analytica scandal, calls for a national data strategy grow

This article explores how the Cambridge Analytica scandal exposed how data misuse can undermine democracy. ThinkOn CEO Craig McLellan warns Canada needs a national data strategy now, stressing, “every month we don’t… crazier things will happen,” and emphasizing the importance of protecting Canadians’ digital privacy.

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