PitchBook's 2026 rankings place Waterloo seventh globally, the first time a Canadian school has broken into the top 10
Waterloo-founded startup scaling autonomous fixed-wing aircraft to expand transportation access in remote, infrastructure-limited environments across Canada and beyond
ULYSSES Climate Intelligence transforms climate adaptation research into a powerful AI-enabled platform for businesses and supply chains facing growing climate risks
Waterloo founders are transforming how firmware is built and tested, with support from Velocity and the University of Waterloo's entrepreneurial ecosystem
Waterloo PhD candidate develops a platform that turns complex climate and natural hazard data into actionable insights for informed decision-making
Alumni‑founded Clearpath shows how local talent, research infrastructure and values position Canada to lead in advanced robotics
Velocity startup collaborates with the Canadian Armed Forces to develop next-generation thermal camouflage textiles using advanced nanocomposite coatings
ENVGO founded by Dr. Mike Peasgood combines hydrofoiling, electric propulsion and autonomy to support maritime surveillance and defence across Canada’s coastlines
Meet the 14 exceptional students representing Waterloo's newest grads
Waterloo alum Rachel Jung (They/Them) designs spaces where people feel seen, building a community centred on care, affirmation and belonging