Next Generation Manufacturing Canada

Nano One Materials Corp. is a Canadian technology company focused on developing and producing high-performance cathode materials for lithium-ion batteries. Headquartered in Burnaby, the company serves various sectors, including energy storage, consumer electronics, aerospace, and pharmaceuticals. Nano One has established a strategic agreement with Pulead Technology Industry Co., Ltd. to enhance the production of lithium iron phosphate cathode materials. The company employs a novel three-stage process that utilizes commonly available industrial equipment, aiming for high-volume production and rapid commercialization. With a strong focus on innovation, Nano One has several patents pending, reflecting its commitment to advancing battery technology and materials science.

OTI Lumionics Inc. is a Toronto-based company founded in 2011, specializing in the development of lighting solutions utilizing organic light emitting diodes (OLEDs). The company focuses on innovative product applications, such as transparent displays, under panel sensors, and under display cameras. OTI Lumionics has introduced the aerelight A1 OLED Lamp and a LED desk lamp design that incorporates a wireless charger. Its products leverage proprietary technologies known as HaloTorr and ElektroTorr, aiming to unlock the full potential of OLED technology. The founding team comprises award-winning researchers and engineers from the University of Toronto's Department of Materials Science & Engineering.

Nfinite Nanotech specializes in advanced material science, utilizing open-air atomic layer deposition (ALD) technology to create functional nanomaterials. The company accelerates innovation in sustainable packaging, batteries, and photovoltaics by producing large-area, high-quality, ultrathin films at a significantly faster pace than conventional methods.

Founded in 2020, 3D BioFibR Inc. specializes in manufacturing biomaterials, focusing on producing high-value biofibers such as spider silk, collagen, and chitosan. The company serves global markets including biomedical engineering, green textiles, defense, and aerospace engineering. Its products include 3D tissue cultures and collagen tendons for biomedical research.

GéoMégA, which owns 100% of both the Montviel lanthanides/niobium project and the Anik gold exploration project, is a mineral exploration and development company focused on the discovery and sustainable development of economic deposits in Québec. GéoMégA is committed to meeting Canadian mining industry standards and distinguishing itself with its innovative engineering, stakeholder’s engagement and its dedication to local transformation benefits.

Dispersa develops eco-friendly biosurfactants, made from food waste rather than food-grade sources. These palm- and petroleum-free surfactants aim to improve the sustainability and affordability of the biosurfactant market.

Intelligent City is a Vancouver-based housing technology company that designs and constructs urban multi-family housing using a fully integrated platform that combines design, architecture, engineering and fabrication. It employs mass timber, automated manufacturing and proprietary parametric software to enable mass customization with low unit costs, delivering affordable, durable and sustainable housing for urban environments. The platform supports energy performance optimization including passive house standards and aims to address urban affordability, sustainability and resident needs. Founded in 2008, the company focuses on scalable urban housing solutions with emphasis on longevity and environmental and social sustainability.

McGuire Aero Propulsion Solutions (MAPS) is developing a sustainable, transformative, net-zero power generation technology for commercial and industrial businesses: the micro-power plant (MPP).

Li-Metal develops lithium metal anodes and related lithium metal technologies that enable next-generation rechargeable batteries.

Promise Robotics empowers the construction industry by integrating industrial robotics and AI for affordable, sustainable building production. They offer ready-to-use robotic systems alongside SaaS Production Management Services, specializing in NetZero-ready timber buildings.

Aspire Food Group USA, Inc. specializes in processing and packaging insects, particularly crickets, for human consumption under the brand name Aketta. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, the company is dedicated to creating sustainable protein sources that offer a lower environmental footprint compared to traditional meat. Aspire Food Group develops advanced infrastructure and employs innovative technologies, including robotics and automated data collection, to enhance insect farming practices. The company aims to position insects as a viable and nutritious alternative protein source for the future, emphasizing the importance of innovation and quality in its operations.

A&K Robotics Inc. is a Canadian company based in Vancouver, founded in 2015, that specializes in designing and building advanced robotic systems. The company focuses on developing intelligent navigation systems that enable robots to work collaboratively with humans. A&K Robotics also creates electric micro-mobility platforms and self-driving robotic pods, which aim to enhance mobility in large facilities such as airports, malls, and museums, as well as in crowded urban environments. By pushing the boundaries of robotics technology, A&K Robotics seeks to improve quality of life and promote environmental sustainability through innovative real-life applications.

Spinologics is a medical device company focused on spinal care technologies. It develops and manufactures devices and software to support spinal screening, imaging, and surgical workflows, including Scolioscreen, a phone-based screening device; Scolioscreen APP, software that works with the device to measure trunk rotation; and Cervision, a neck and cervical spine positioning tool used to reduce surgery time and improve x-ray imaging. The company also operates the Biomechanics Numerical Lab, which provides biomechanics support for medical device design and consulting services. Spinologics is positioned to translate ideas from concept to practice and serves healthcare facilities by offering orthopedic instruments, spinal implants, and disposable surgical tools to enhance patient outcomes.

Sona Nanotech Inc. is a nanotechnology life sciences company based in Halifax, Canada, specializing in the manufacture of gold nanorod products for diagnostic tests. The company has developed two proprietary methods for creating rod-shaped gold nanoparticles, which are integral to its product portfolio, including various Gemini models ranging from 650NM to 1050NM. Sona Nanotech aims to assist in the development of next-generation diagnostic products and medical applications, particularly in photothermal cancer therapy. This innovative approach helps stimulate the immune system, shrink tumors, inactivate cancer stem cells, and enhance tumor perfusion, thereby providing new treatment options for solid cancer tumors. Additionally, Sona Nanotech has established collaboration agreements with Soma Bioscience Ltd. for diagnostic test production and with Expedeon to create multiplex point-of-care and lateral flow assay diagnostic tests.