Bioindustrial Innovation Canada

Evercloak is a Waterloo, Canada-based materials company that develops ultra-thin graphene and other 2D nanomaterial films for cleantech applications. It employs a low-cost manufacturing platform to produce continuous coatings and ultra-thin membranes, enabling energy-efficient technologies across oil and gas, nuclear, energy, mining and agriculture sectors. The company aims to reduce energy use and greenhouse gas emissions by cooling buildings without warming the planet, delivering solutions that improve indoor comfort and support sustainable building operations.

Cyclic Materials provides recycling services that recover rare earth elements to reduce the need for new mining and accelerate the transition to electric mobility and clean energy. The company focuses on reclaiming rare earth magnets from automotive and renewable energy sectors, enabling customers to supply wind turbines, electric vehicles, and electronics while cutting emissions and strengthening local supply. Through its platform, it pursues a circular supply chain by recovering critical metals from discarded and landfill-bound products, helping industries lower environmental impact and increasing the resilience of the material supply.

GreenMantra Technologies Ltd. is a Canadian company based in Brantford that specializes in the manufacturing and marketing of synthetic waxes, polymer additives, and other chemicals derived from recycled plastics. Founded in 2010, the company utilizes a proprietary thermo-catalytic system that employs catalytic depolymerization technology to convert waste plastics, including challenging materials like grocery bags and films, into high-value waxes and specialty chemicals. These products find diverse applications across various industries, including coatings, plastic processing, adhesives, roofing, and paving. By focusing on the up-cycling of hard-to-recycle plastics, GreenMantra aims to contribute to sustainable manufacturing practices and promote the use of recyclable materials in industrial processes.

Forward Water Technologies is a company focused on transforming wastewater remediation through its innovative forward osmosis technology. This proprietary process enables the efficient purification and desalination of water, addressing the challenges associated with wastewater treatment that often leads to costly disposal methods. By breaking the conventional water-energy paradigm, Forward Water Technologies aims to recover water that is typically lost, offering a more sustainable and effective solution for businesses in need of wastewater management.

GreenMantra Technologies Ltd. is a Canadian company based in Brantford that specializes in the manufacturing and marketing of synthetic waxes, polymer additives, and other chemicals derived from recycled plastics. Founded in 2010, the company utilizes a proprietary thermo-catalytic system that employs catalytic depolymerization technology to convert waste plastics, including challenging materials like grocery bags and films, into high-value waxes and specialty chemicals. These products find diverse applications across various industries, including coatings, plastic processing, adhesives, roofing, and paving. By focusing on the up-cycling of hard-to-recycle plastics, GreenMantra aims to contribute to sustainable manufacturing practices and promote the use of recyclable materials in industrial processes.

FireRein Inc. is a Canadian company founded in 2012 that specializes in manufacturing advanced firefighting solutions. It offers a range of water additive products, including Eco-Gel, a plant-based alternative to traditional toxic firefighting foams, which aids in preventing, protecting, and extinguishing fires. The company also produces Eco-Rinse, designed for cleaning firefighting equipment, and FireRein TPP, which enhances the thickness and viscosity of Eco-Gel when mixed with water. FireRein's products are eco-friendly and safe for both users and the environment, making them suitable for various applications in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. Additionally, FireRein conducts training programs to ensure effective use of its products, emphasizing safety and environmental protection in firefighting practices.

Comet Biorefining, Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in the development of sustainable ingredients and products derived from agricultural waste. It focuses on producing high-quality cellulosic glucose syrup, which is generated through its proprietary technology that converts materials such as wood, wheat straw, bagasse, and corn stover. This innovative approach provides a cost-effective and stable alternative to traditional food sugar sources. In addition to glucose syrup, Comet Biorefining offers plant dietary fibers and animal nutrition products. The company also provides biomass conversion and pretreatment services, alongside a range of consulting and project development services aimed at enhancing process technology and business development within the renewable biofuels and biochemicals sectors. With a demonstrated capacity for production at a small scale, Comet is actively pursuing commercial scale-up and partnerships to further its impact in the renewables industry.

Zyl is a mobile application that focuses on helping users gather and share their memories with friends and family. Founded in 2015 and based in Saint-Maur-des-Fossés, France, the company originally operated under the name Comet until its rebranding in November 2017. The app allows users to create events, invite friends, and view a shared timeline of photos associated with those events, providing a platform for interaction and reminiscence. Zyl addresses the challenges of modern photo sharing, where individuals often hesitate to share their memories due to concerns about privacy and social judgment. By curating users' photo libraries, Zyl aims to revive meaningful connections among friends and loved ones, transforming everyday memories into engaging social interactions.

Founded in 2006, Vive Crop Protection develops and markets sustainable crop protection products, including fungicides, insecticides, and nematicides. The company's Allosperse Delivery System enhances the targeting and performance of these products, enabling farmers to increase crop yields while using fewer resources.