Ontario Centre of Innovation

Grey Matter Neurosciences is a neurotechnology company specializing in the development of innovative medical devices and drug-device combinations to address age-related brain disorders, with a primary focus on dementia. Their flagship technology is a portable ultrasound helmet, designed to non-invasively enhance brain function in seniors with Alzheimer's disease.

Kelsen is developing Kelsen Draft to help legal professional to save time developing complex texts with power of AI.

Talin Technologies specializes in recruitment automation. Its AI-powered platform streamlines key processes for recruiters and staffing agencies, such as lead generation and candidate outreach. The platform imports candidate lists from LinkedIn, automatically finds contact information, and enables personalized messaging via email and LinkedIn. This enhances operational efficiency and scaling capabilities.

HDAX Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing small molecule therapeutics for cardiovascular and neurological diseases, with an emphasis on HDAC6-driven pathologies such as neuropathies and cardiometabolic disorders. The company is building a precision therapeutics platform based on a two-site binding mechanism to selectively inhibit HDAC6, aiming to deliver safe, efficacious, and long-lasting treatments that enable researchers to pursue novel therapies with improved accuracy and therapeutic potential.

Founded in 2018 by Joshua Abram, Alan Murray, and Dr. Jeffrey Port, TMRW Life Sciences is a pioneering life sciences company specializing in fertility technology. It offers an automated cryo-management platform for eggs and embryos, providing a complete digital chain of custody integrated with robotic storage and monitoring solutions. This innovative approach significantly reduces human error compared to traditional manual methods in IVF procedures.

Mesosil is a healthcare technology company specializing in the development of responsive antimicrobial materials designed to prevent infection at the interface between medical devices and tissues. Their primary focus is on dental applications, aiming to improve patient outcomes by reducing recurrent caries, detachment of dental restorations, and peri-implant infections. Mesosil's innovative technology offers long-lasting antimicrobial effects without disrupting practitioners' workflows.

Pendium Health is a technology company focused on enhancing clinical productivity and patient care through AI-powered tools. It offers a digital platform that serves as an intelligent medical compendium, providing healthcare professionals with a comprehensive repository of health services and interventions. The platform leverages artificial intelligence and large language models to interpret medical abbreviations, mimicking a colleague's expertise and enabling physicians to work more efficiently. Pendium Health aims to support the healthcare industry in achieving Universal Health Coverage by delivering technology-driven solutions that improve clinical processes.

Quthero is focused on developing innovative solutions for post-surgical scarring prevention through a patented gel technology. This gel is designed to restore moisture and mechanical properties of wounds, facilitating effective healing while minimizing scarring, redness, and bruising. By promoting full epithelial restoration, Quthero's products aim to accelerate the closure of skin wounds, thereby reducing the complications and risks associated with slow healing. Their approach targets both cosmetic and medical applications, providing a comprehensive solution for individuals undergoing skin procedures or surgeries.

Noa Therapeutics is a preclinical biotechnology company specializing in the development of innovative, multimodal treatments for immune diseases. The company's approach involves creating a single, non-steroidal, small molecule with adjustable potency, targeting three distinct therapeutic pathways to simplify and enhance patient care.

Tenomix develops novel technologies to improve pathology workflow and colorectal cancer staging. The company’s robotic scanning device guides pathology staff in efficient and reliable lymph node collection from surgically removed colon cancer tissues, enabling accurate identification of cancer spread and supporting optimized cancer care while reducing healthcare costs.

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.

A platform that empowers supply chain professionals to monitor, control, and enhance efficiency. It offers real-time insights, pre-built KPIs, expert-guided analytics, and seamless integration with existing systems, enabling data-driven decision-making.

Mesosil is a healthcare technology company specializing in the development of responsive antimicrobial materials designed to prevent infection at the interface between medical devices and tissues. Their primary focus is on dental applications, aiming to improve patient outcomes by reducing recurrent caries, detachment of dental restorations, and peri-implant infections. Mesosil's innovative technology offers long-lasting antimicrobial effects without disrupting practitioners' workflows.

Neptune Nanotechnologies is an early-stage startup specializing in bio-nano materials. It converts organic fishing waste into ultra-high-value nanocrystals, which are stronger than steel, lighter than plastic, and biodegradable.

Founded in 2016, MIMOSA Diagnostics develops a handheld device that uses near-infrared light to accurately assess tissue health. This non-invasive tool enables patients or caregivers to monitor foot health, particularly for diabetes management, and aids clinicians in making informed treatment decisions.

TROES is a Canadian company focused on developing advanced smart power energy storage technologies and solutions aimed at the middle-market sector, including project developers, power distributors, and consumers. The company addresses the challenges of traditional energy grids by providing modularized energy storage systems that enhance energy reliability and efficiency. TROES' innovative products empower commercial and industrial clients to lower energy costs, reduce carbon footprints, and improve the quality of electricity management. By leveraging its patented hardware and software, TROES enables users to access backup power and transportable energy, unlocking previously inaccessible project opportunities due to high costs and lack of expertise.

PharmAla Biotech is a Canadian biotechnology company that specialises in the research, development, manufacturing, and sales of MDMA substances for the clinical research community. With a focus on advancing scientific understanding, PharmAla Biotech provides high-quality MDMA products and services to support clinical research endeavours.

Locorum is a business reward platform that specializes in providing cash back incentives for hiring local services, including real estate, renovation, and mortgage. The company operates in the marketing technology sector, focusing on offline referral management to assist local service providers in acquiring new customers and fostering brand loyalty. By offering rewards to homeowners, Locorum enables service providers to enhance their business growth and increase customer engagement.

Tsaro is a technology company that specializes in elevator safety and communication solutions. It operates a communications software platform that integrates with video phones for on-site and remote monitoring during emergencies in elevators, parking lots, and entryways. Additionally, Tsaro offers an Internet of Things (IoT) sensor technology for elevators, which predicts breakdowns, monitors ride quality, and detects flooding in the elevator pit. This enables property management companies to provide cost-effective safety and security measures for their residents and tenants.

QEA Tech is a software company that combines AI, drone technology, and thermal imaging to provide insights into the building envelope. They process thousands of images using its proprietary software, transforming each pixel into a comprehensive 3D model of the building for quantifiable data and insights. Using 10,000+ high-resolution drone images, proprietary QEA Tech software converts each pixel into quantifiable data and a comprehensive 3D model before uploading each image to the cloud-based dashboard for 24/7 access. The QEA System identifies where and how much energy is being wasted in a building's envelope, allowing you to prioritize repairs and calculate payback and ROI. The QEA Solution calculates Negawatt (NKwh), which quantifies energy gushers (heat and cool air escaping) through the walls, windows, doors, and roof of the building.

Paperstack is a financial platform that offers working capital and business insights specifically tailored for e-commerce brands. The company leverages technology to deliver customized funding solutions that are easily integrated into existing operations. By providing on-demand working capital, Paperstack enables direct-to-consumer and retail brands to accelerate their growth through investments in inventory, advertising, and talent acquisition. The platform emphasizes a transparent fee structure, allowing online merchants to effectively manage their financial needs and enhance their business performance.

Perch is a digital platform designed to assist Canadian homeowners and prospective buyers in navigating the complexities of real estate transactions. By leveraging advanced analytics, Perch offers personalized insights that empower users to make informed decisions about buying homes, securing mortgages, and managing their real estate investments. The platform aims to simplify the mortgage application process, allowing users to complete applications quickly and efficiently. Additionally, Perch fosters collaboration with real estate professionals, helping users optimize their path to homeownership and leverage home equity for wealth building. Through its services, Perch addresses the challenges individuals face in the real estate market, ultimately striving to improve the overall experience for its users.

Perch is a digital platform designed to assist Canadian homeowners and prospective buyers in navigating the complexities of real estate transactions. By leveraging advanced analytics, Perch offers personalized insights that empower users to make informed decisions about buying homes, securing mortgages, and managing their real estate investments. The platform aims to simplify the mortgage application process, allowing users to complete applications quickly and efficiently. Additionally, Perch fosters collaboration with real estate professionals, helping users optimize their path to homeownership and leverage home equity for wealth building. Through its services, Perch addresses the challenges individuals face in the real estate market, ultimately striving to improve the overall experience for its users.

LUCID curates and creates personalized therapeutic music using biometrics, psychometrics, and AI to improve mental health and wellness. The company is creating experiences to assist consumers and employers all over the world in better managing anxiety and stress. They have created wellness-focused experiences that deliver benefits in as little as 5 minutes using innovative human-centered design at the intersection of art, science, and technology.

Tsaro is a technology company that specializes in elevator safety and communication solutions. It operates a communications software platform that integrates with video phones for on-site and remote monitoring during emergencies in elevators, parking lots, and entryways. Additionally, Tsaro offers an Internet of Things (IoT) sensor technology for elevators, which predicts breakdowns, monitors ride quality, and detects flooding in the elevator pit. This enables property management companies to provide cost-effective safety and security measures for their residents and tenants.

goPeer is a Canadian financial wellness company that operates an online lending platform designed to connect investors with individuals seeking loans. By disrupting the traditional lending model, goPeer provides borrowers with more favorable rates compared to conventional lenders. The platform enables everyday Canadian investors to participate in a lending market that was previously difficult to access, allowing them to pursue higher-yield investment opportunities. This approach not only supports borrowers in taking control of their finances but also offers investors a unique asset class that has a low correlation to other investment options.

QurCan Therapeutics develops nanotechnology-based drug delivery platforms for precision medicine in solid-tumor cancer therapy. Their platform efficiently delivers drugs, antibodies, and RNA to hard-to-reach tumors, including the brain, enhancing therapeutic outcomes.

Hyivy Health specializes in innovative pelvic rehabilitation solutions. Its flagship product is an intelligent device designed for women experiencing pelvic health complications, offering quantifiable data tracking and three different therapies to enhance recovery and comfort.

Founded in 2017, Mech Solutions specializes in 3D printing services and technology. They offer a comprehensive suite of solutions including retail sales, service provisions, software development, and mechanical solutions. Their flagship product is Cloud 3D Print, an AI-powered cloud-based platform that streamlines project management workflows, reduces print failures, and optimizes printing times.

Tsaro is a technology company that specializes in elevator safety and communication solutions. It operates a communications software platform that integrates with video phones for on-site and remote monitoring during emergencies in elevators, parking lots, and entryways. Additionally, Tsaro offers an Internet of Things (IoT) sensor technology for elevators, which predicts breakdowns, monitors ride quality, and detects flooding in the elevator pit. This enables property management companies to provide cost-effective safety and security measures for their residents and tenants.

Tsaro is a technology company that specializes in elevator safety and communication solutions. It operates a communications software platform that integrates with video phones for on-site and remote monitoring during emergencies in elevators, parking lots, and entryways. Additionally, Tsaro offers an Internet of Things (IoT) sensor technology for elevators, which predicts breakdowns, monitors ride quality, and detects flooding in the elevator pit. This enables property management companies to provide cost-effective safety and security measures for their residents and tenants.

WeTraq develops AI‑powered IoT solutions that help seniors live independently and safely in their homes. Its patent‑pending software monitors health and activity, alerts caregivers to critical events, and encourages community engagement. The platform aims to reduce caregiver burden while giving seniors dignity and peace of mind.

Founded in 2014, Brizi develops remote-control augmented reality camera systems that automate and monetize fan content. It serves real-time sharing, social sharing, brand messaging, and end-to-end control applications for indoor and outdoor venues globally.