Byron Holland

President and CEO

16 past transactions

Leq’a:mel Development Corporation

Grant in 2022
Leq’a:mel Development Corporation is a development company for fiber optic networks and hardware upgrades.

ASTC Science World Society

Grant in 2022
ASTC Scientific World Society is a nonprofit non-profit and science centre situated in Vancouver, British Columbia that involves students around the province in STEAM activities (science, technology, engineering, art & design, and math). Visitors to the famous geodesic dome enjoy interactive, hands-on exhibits and galleries that encourage exploration and engagement with their natural, physical, and architectural environments. Students, teachers, and families from every area of British Columbia may participate in these outreach initiatives, which include virtual visits from scientists, livestream scientific shows, and weekly afterschool STEAM mentorship.

Stó:lō Community Futures

Grant in 2022
Stó:lō Community Futures offers business support, including loans and training programs, to current and aspiring Indigenous entrepreneurs.

Malahat Nation

Grant in 2022
Malahat Nation enables community members to participate in and succeed in the digital economy.

Takla Nation

Grant in 2022
Takla Nation is a development of landing homes and buildings to existing coaxial community lines.

Brock University Endowment

Grant in 2022
Brock University is a public research university located in St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada. The institution is committed to delivering a high-quality education and relevant employment-related experience to its students and staff. In addition to its educational offerings, Brock University manages an endowment fund that plays a vital role in supporting its mission. The earnings generated from this endowment are allocated to various initiatives, including scholarships, professorships, fellowships, and basic research. These financial resources also enhance academic and public service programs, thereby contributing to the university's overall development and community engagement. The endowment's assets are overseen by a board of trustees, ensuring responsible management and strategic investment to benefit the university's long-term goals.

Actua

Grant in 2022
Actua is a Canadian national charity with a mission to provide life-changing science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) experiences that inspire all youth to achieve their potential and fulfill their critical role in the world. Actua's focus is on the development and delivery of programming designed to break down barriers to youth engagement in STEM and promote continued studies and related career opportunities.

Black Boys Code

Grant in 2022
Black Boys Code is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to introducing young boys of colour in their critical development years (ages 8 to 17) to computer science through exposure workshops, hackathons, after school programs and summer tech camps.

Simon Fraser University Endowment

Grant in 2022
Simon Fraser University (SFU) is a prominent public research university located in Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada. Established in 1965, SFU was designed to encourage interdisciplinary collaboration among students and researchers. It has evolved into a leading academic institution, serving approximately 30,000 students and employing 6,500 faculty and staff across three campuses. SFU is recognized for its commitment to community engagement and innovation in research, consistently ranking among Canada's top comprehensive universities. The university manages an endowment fund that supports over 600 scholarships and bursaries, with the generated income funding various academic initiatives, including scholarships, professorships, and research programs. The board of governors oversees the management of these assets, ensuring that the endowment effectively contributes to the university's educational and service missions.

Portage College

Grant in 2022
Portage College is involved in connecting people with knowledge, skills, and opportunities, empowering them. They provide exceptional learning experiences, flexible learning opportunities, and programs. They offer bachelor's degree programs, continuing education, , opportunities for high school students, university programs, and virtual learning.

The Canadian Association of Journalists

Grant in 2021
The Canadian Association of Journalists is an independent, not-for-profit organization that provides advocacy and professional development for journalists.

Dispension

Seed Round in 2020
Dispension is a technology company focused on transforming the distribution of restricted products through innovative self-service kiosks and smart lockers. Their flagship product, the Verified Identity Dispenser (VID), utilizes proprietary technology based on advanced vascular biometrics to ensure safe access to controlled substances. This integrated retail platform provides a secure method for dispensing regulated products, such as opioids, while limiting usage to pre-approved individuals through touchless palm scanning. By enabling authorities to distribute these substances responsibly, Dispension aims to enhance consumer education and safety, ultimately reducing the risk of overdoses and promoting responsible access to regulated health tools.

HelpWear

Venture Round in 2020
HelpWear Inc. is a Canadian company based in Toronto, founded in 2015, that focuses on enhancing at-home healthcare through innovative wearable technology. The company develops an affordable and accessible heart monitoring device designed to detect heart attacks and provide real-time alerts to emergency medical services. This waterproof device not only stores vital cardiovascular data but also features an embedded emergency contact system, ensuring that patients with heart ailments can receive timely assistance and maintain communication with healthcare providers regarding their health status. HelpWear's approach emphasizes clinical need-driven innovation, aiming to address both patient requirements and the demands of the healthcare system.

Hyivy

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Hyivy Health develops an innovative pelvic rehabilitation device aimed at addressing the needs of women who experience pelvic health complications. Recognizing that one in three women will face such challenges in their lifetime, the company provides a solution that offers quantifiable data on the pelvic floor. This device incorporates multiple biosensors and mechanical functions to deliver three distinct therapies, enabling effective treatment monitoring and personalized rehabilitation. By allowing both patients and clinicians to track progress and adapt treatment plans, Hyivy Health enhances the overall rehabilitation experience, making it more effective and comfortable.

Home Health Systems

Seed Round in 2020
Home Health Systems is a healthcare technology company focused on remote patient monitoring and communication tools aimed at enhancing care delivery in home settings. The company offers a lightweight vital signs monitoring solution, exemplified by its MySafetyPatch product, which integrates with physician video examination software to facilitate comprehensive virtual examinations. Additionally, SafetyPatch supports both inpatient and outpatient monitoring, while SPORTsSAFER is tailored for monitoring individual and team athletes. By integrating with various medical devices and wearables, Home Health Systems enables healthcare providers to collect patient data remotely, monitor vital signs, and conduct virtual consultations, ultimately improving patient access to care and reducing the likelihood of hospital readmissions.

FluidAI

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
FluidAI Medical is a medical platform company focused on enhancing global patient care through the innovative application of artificial intelligence in post-operative recovery. The company has developed a smart catheter system that fosters a proactive approach to post-operative care delivery. By utilizing data generated within the body, FluidAI's platform aids in the early detection of postoperative complications, allowing healthcare providers to access critical health information promptly. This technology aims to improve patient outcomes and streamline the management of post-operative recovery processes.
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