BDC

BDC Capital Inc., established in 1975, is a private equity and venture capital arm of the Business Development Bank of Canada. It specializes in direct and fund of funds investments, focusing on middle market, later stage, and emerging growth companies. BDC Capital provides a full spectrum of risk capital, from seed investments to transition capital, with a focus on early and development technology stage companies. It invests in healthcare, information technology, and industrial/energy/clean technology sectors across Canada, with a focus on Quebec, Ontario, and British Columbia. BDC Capital typically invests between CAD3 million and CAD35 million, preferring minority stakes and Board representation. It seeks to exit investments within three to five years through IPOs, strategic sales, or leveraged management buyouts.

Dinar Ahmed

Principal

Phil Anzarut

Partner, Co-Investment Fund

Daniel Armali

Analyst, Healthcare Venture Fund

Réjean Asselin

Assistant Vice President, Portfolio Management - Growth and Transition Capital

Dominique Bélanger

Managing Partner, Co-Investments

Amine Benmoussa

Principal

Disha Bhargav

Associate Director, Fund Investment

Jeremy Billan

Partner, Growth Equity Partners

Ela Borenstein

Vice President, Venture Capital Incentivized Programs

Geoff J. Catherwood

Partner, Industrial, Clean and Energy Venture Fund

Cheri Corbett

Director

Kristina D'Amico

Director, Fund Investments

Saif Hashmi

Principal, Seed Fund and IT Venture Fund

Vivian Kan

Partner

Karim Kennedy

Director - Cleantech Practice

Leonard Kofman

Partner, Intellectual Property-Backed Financing

Siddartha Krishnan

Principal

Larry Lam

Partner, ICE Technology Venture Fund

Pascal Lanctot

Partner, Climate Tech Fund

Nicole Leite

Principal

Charles Lespérance

Partner

Mark Lunick

Senior Director, Growth and Transition Capital

Dion Madsen

Senior Managing Partner

Guillaume Mercier

Senior Vice President, Advisory Services and Business Strategy

Simon Mills

Director, Growth and Transition Capital

Claude Miron

Managing Partner - Growth Equity Partners

Anamika Mukherjee

Partner of Industrial, Clean and Energy Technology Venture Fund

Alison Nankivell

Vice President, Fund Investments and Global Scaling

Jean-François Pariseau

Partner

Jean-Philippe Poissant

Managing Director, Growth and Transition Capital

Salman Qadir

Associate Principal, Industrial, Clean and Energy (ICE) Technology Venture Fund

Karl Reckziegel

Senior Vice President

Lally Rementilla

Managing Partner

Susan Rohac

Managing Partner, Climate Tech Fund

Paul Ryan

Senior Director

Matt Stanley

Director, Cleantech Practice

Stephanie Tadros

Associate Director, Fund Investments

Zoltan Tompa

Director, Cleantech Practice

Ron Warburton

Managing Partner

Brian Whiteway

Senior Director, Growth and Transition Capital

Angelo Zeni

Managing Director, Growth and Transition Capital

Past deals in Montreal

Félix & Paul Studios

Venture Round in 2024
Felix & Paul Studios, founded in 2013 and based in Montreal, Canada, specializes in the production of cinematic virtual reality experiences. The studio, led by directors and visual artists Félix Lajeunesse and Paul Raphaël, has established a reputation for its pioneering approach to virtual reality storytelling. It has developed a proprietary 3D 360º camera and corresponding software that set industry standards for quality in VR filmmaking. The studio creates both original content and collaborates with existing intellectual properties, offering audiences deeply immersive experiences that evoke strong emotional responses. Notable projects include collaborations with Oculus, Universal Studios, and Cirque du Soleil Media, showcasing the studio's commitment to high-quality, innovative storytelling in virtual reality. With a dedicated team of artists, software developers, and engineers, Felix & Paul Studios continues to lead the evolution of this emerging medium.

Puzzle Medical Devices

Series A in 2023
Puzzle Medical Devices Inc., founded in 2018 and based in Montreal, Canada, focuses on developing innovative heart pump technologies for treating advanced heart failure. The company's flagship product, the ModulHeart, is a modular percutaneous heart pump designed to reduce cardiac afterload and enhance renal perfusion in patients who are not candidates for heart transplant or surgical mechanical circulatory support. Its unique design allows for multiple pumps to be anchored in parallel within the descending aorta, facilitating hemodynamic support while minimizing risks associated with traditional procedures, such as bleeding and stroke. The ModulHeart aims to improve patient outcomes by providing sustained symptom relief, reducing hospital readmissions, and enhancing overall quality of life. Puzzle Medical has made significant progress, including completing its first-in-human study with positive results in cardiac and kidney function, receiving FDA Breakthrough Device Designation, and establishing a strong network of Key Opinion Leaders in the field.

Potloc

Series B in 2022
Potloc Inc. operates an online consumer insights platform that provides businesses with valuable data regarding consumer preferences and purchasing habits. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with additional offices in Toronto, Paris, and Geneva, Potloc utilizes innovative surveying methods, including web panels, phone surveys, and geo-targeted surveys through social media, to gather authentic feedback from a diverse audience. This platform enables clients to connect effectively with their target markets and enhance their local business strategies. Trusted by numerous leading brands, consulting firms, and investment funds, Potloc has established itself as a standard in market research by delivering high-quality insights with precision. The company's approach ensures that businesses receive relevant and accurate data tailored to their unique needs, facilitating better decision-making and consumer engagement.

Vention

Series C in 2022
Vention Inc. is a digital manufacturing platform based in Montreal, Canada, that simplifies the design and ordering of custom machines. Established in 2016, the company provides a cloud-based 3D Machine Builder, which allows engineers and manufacturing professionals to design, order, and assemble custom factory equipment quickly. This platform features an extensive library of modular parts, including structural, motion, and control components, facilitating the creation of automated equipment, robot cells, tooling, and conveyors. Additionally, Vention's offerings include MachineMotion, which aids both automation specialists and novices in automating their designs. By integrating artificial intelligence to enhance the design process, Vention enables users to program, simulate, and commission automated equipment within a single digital environment, making industrial automation more accessible.

Talent.com

Series B in 2022
Talent.com is a platform that centralizes jobs available on companies'​ career websites, staffing agencies, or job boards. The company was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

Aifred Health

Seed Round in 2020
Aifred Health Inc. is a Montreal-based company that specializes in developing a deep-learning clinical decision support tool aimed at enhancing personalized medicine in psychiatry. Founded in 2017, Aifred Health addresses the longstanding challenges associated with the trial-and-error approach to treatment selection in depression, which is a leading cause of medical impairment. The company's application software features treatment prediction, interpretability, patient data tracking, and electronic patient record capabilities. By processing de-identified data, Aifred's AI model generates tailored therapeutic options for individual patients, enabling clinicians to make more informed decisions among various treatment options that may appear effective at a population level but vary significantly in effectiveness for individuals.

Hopper

Venture Round in 2020
Hopper Inc. is a travel technology company based in Montreal, Canada, with additional offices in Cambridge, Massachusetts, New York, and Sofia, Bulgaria. Founded in 2007 by Frederic Lalonde and Joost Ouwerkerk, Hopper has developed a mobile application that leverages big data and predictive analytics to provide users with travel recommendations. The app specializes in analyzing and forecasting airfare and accommodations, enabling travelers to secure the best deals. Hopper notifies users when flight and hotel prices are anticipated to be at their lowest, allowing them to make informed decisions about their travel plans. The company's innovative platform aims to simplify the travel booking process, making it easier for users to plan and book their trips directly from their mobile devices.

Bus.com

Series B in 2019
Bus.com is a bus rental platform that simplifies the planning and booking of group transportation online. Founded by travel industry veterans and based in Montreal, Quebec, the company provides an easy-to-use web application for organizing and managing bus trips. Its services include online rental, ticketing, and GPS tracking, allowing passengers to stay informed about their bus's arrival times. Bus.com is particularly focused on facilitating charter bus trips for various events, such as festivals and sporting occasions, thereby enhancing the overall travel experience for users.

Sheertex

Seed Round in 2019
Sheertex Inc. is a Montreal-based company that specializes in manufacturing and selling women's tights, as well as other apparel such as masks and shorts for both men and women. Founded in 2017, Sheertex focuses on creating durable products made from a unique polymer fiber similar to that used in bulletproof vests and climbing gear. This innovative material provides both strength and comfort, appealing to consumers looking for premium and stylish innerwear. The company's products are available for purchase exclusively online, catering to a modern retail environment.

Hopper

Series D in 2018
Hopper Inc. is a travel technology company based in Montreal, Canada, with additional offices in Cambridge, Massachusetts, New York, and Sofia, Bulgaria. Founded in 2007 by Frederic Lalonde and Joost Ouwerkerk, Hopper has developed a mobile application that leverages big data and predictive analytics to provide users with travel recommendations. The app specializes in analyzing and forecasting airfare and accommodations, enabling travelers to secure the best deals. Hopper notifies users when flight and hotel prices are anticipated to be at their lowest, allowing them to make informed decisions about their travel plans. The company's innovative platform aims to simplify the travel booking process, making it easier for users to plan and book their trips directly from their mobile devices.

NestReady

Venture Round in 2018
NestReady Inc. is a real estate technology company that creates an integrated marketplace for mortgage lenders and homebuyers, enhancing the home buying experience. Founded in 2012 and based in Montreal, Canada, NestReady's platform connects all stages of the home buying journey, allowing lenders to build relationships with clients and track their progress effectively. By combining mortgage services with real estate, the platform simplifies the process for users, facilitating better understanding of client needs. This integration helps mortgage lenders reduce customer acquisition costs while improving conversion rates and retention on renewals. NestReady's white-label, plug-and-play solution enables lenders to offer a comprehensive home buying service directly on their own websites.

Potloc

Seed Round in 2018
Potloc Inc. operates an online consumer insights platform that provides businesses with valuable data regarding consumer preferences and purchasing habits. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with additional offices in Toronto, Paris, and Geneva, Potloc utilizes innovative surveying methods, including web panels, phone surveys, and geo-targeted surveys through social media, to gather authentic feedback from a diverse audience. This platform enables clients to connect effectively with their target markets and enhance their local business strategies. Trusted by numerous leading brands, consulting firms, and investment funds, Potloc has established itself as a standard in market research by delivering high-quality insights with precision. The company's approach ensures that businesses receive relevant and accurate data tailored to their unique needs, facilitating better decision-making and consumer engagement.

GSM Project

Venture Round in 2018
GSM Project Inc. is a design and production firm based in Montreal, Canada, with additional offices in Singapore and Dubai. Established in 1958, the company specializes in creating exhibitions for museums, observation decks, and various public spaces. It offers a comprehensive suite of services, including strategy and planning, research, design, multimedia content creation, technical development, project management, and the maintenance and operation of exhibition sites. By leveraging an internal multidisciplinary team and collaborating with partners across industries such as science centers and real estate developers, GSM Project aims to deliver immersive and educational visitor experiences that meet the evolving demands of exhibition design.

Keatext

Seed Round in 2018
Keatext Inc. is a Montreal-based company that offers a cloud-based text analytics platform designed to enhance business performance by analyzing customer feedback from various sources. Established in 2010, Keatext utilizes artificial intelligence and natural language processing to synthesize large volumes of unstructured data, such as open-survey responses, online reviews, chat logs, and social media posts. The platform provides clients with actionable insights through a comprehensive dashboard, enabling them to understand customer sentiments and identify key areas for improvement. By delivering instant clarity on customer preferences and needs, Keatext empowers businesses to cultivate meaningful relationships with their customers and respond effectively to their feedback.

Element AI

Series A in 2017
Element AI Inc. is an artificial intelligence company based in Montreal, Canada, with an additional office in Toronto. Founded in 2016, Element AI specializes in providing AI solutions that help organizations identify opportunities for artificial intelligence and machine learning integration. The company operates an AI as a Service (AIaaS) platform, enabling businesses to launch and develop AI solutions in collaboration with large corporations. Its offerings span various industries, including insurance, banking, manufacturing, logistics, retail, and consumer packaged goods. Element AI emphasizes the operationalization of AI by delivering software products that enhance decision-making and improve business agility. The company also conducts research and development to advance AI technology and maintains partnerships with academic institutions to foster innovation. Through its systems integrator approach, Element AI assists organizations in implementing and commercializing AI solutions tailored to their specific needs.

Bus.com

Series A in 2017
Bus.com is a bus rental platform that simplifies the planning and booking of group transportation online. Founded by travel industry veterans and based in Montreal, Quebec, the company provides an easy-to-use web application for organizing and managing bus trips. Its services include online rental, ticketing, and GPS tracking, allowing passengers to stay informed about their bus's arrival times. Bus.com is particularly focused on facilitating charter bus trips for various events, such as festivals and sporting occasions, thereby enhancing the overall travel experience for users.

Potloc

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Potloc Inc. operates an online consumer insights platform that provides businesses with valuable data regarding consumer preferences and purchasing habits. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with additional offices in Toronto, Paris, and Geneva, Potloc utilizes innovative surveying methods, including web panels, phone surveys, and geo-targeted surveys through social media, to gather authentic feedback from a diverse audience. This platform enables clients to connect effectively with their target markets and enhance their local business strategies. Trusted by numerous leading brands, consulting firms, and investment funds, Potloc has established itself as a standard in market research by delivering high-quality insights with precision. The company's approach ensures that businesses receive relevant and accurate data tailored to their unique needs, facilitating better decision-making and consumer engagement.

Dialogue Health Technologies

Seed Round in 2017
Dialogue Health Technologies operates a comprehensive virtual care platform that provides employee wellness and health solutions for Canadian employers. Founded in 2016 and based in Montreal, the company offers a variety of services aimed at enhancing employee engagement and health. Its platform allows employees to interact with healthcare professionals, including nurses and doctors, for support in physical and mental health. Additionally, the platform facilitates care navigation, medication delivery, and referrals to specialists. By empowering employees to take charge of their health, Dialogue Health Technologies helps businesses create a healthier workforce, leading to increased productivity and overall employee satisfaction.

Sofdesk

Series A in 2017
Sofdesk Inc. is a software company based in Montreal, Canada, that specializes in developing sales acceleration solutions for the solar, roofing, and utilities sectors. Founded in 2013, the company provides intuitive web applications designed to help small to medium-sized businesses enhance their infrastructure and scale operations. Its flagship products include SolarGraf, which assists solar installers in managing leads and proposals, and RoofGraf, tailored for roofing companies to streamline their business development efforts. By offering centralized and user-friendly tools, Sofdesk aims to reduce operational costs and improve efficiency in these industries.

Next AI

Venture Round in 2017
NextAI is an accelerator and founder development program based in Montréal and Toronto, designed for early-stage AI-enabled startups. It targets exceptional teams and individuals from around the globe who aim to commercialize AI research and establish global enterprises. As an innovation hub, NextAI leverages Canada's strong position in artificial intelligence to provide these startups with essential resources, including capital, mentorship, education, and a robust network of business leaders and entrepreneurs. Participating teams can access up to $200,000 in funding, guidance from renowned faculty and scientists, and state-of-the-art AI tools, all aimed at fostering disruptive innovation in various industries.

Hopper

Series C in 2016
Hopper Inc. is a travel technology company based in Montreal, Canada, with additional offices in Cambridge, Massachusetts, New York, and Sofia, Bulgaria. Founded in 2007 by Frederic Lalonde and Joost Ouwerkerk, Hopper has developed a mobile application that leverages big data and predictive analytics to provide users with travel recommendations. The app specializes in analyzing and forecasting airfare and accommodations, enabling travelers to secure the best deals. Hopper notifies users when flight and hotel prices are anticipated to be at their lowest, allowing them to make informed decisions about their travel plans. The company's innovative platform aims to simplify the travel booking process, making it easier for users to plan and book their trips directly from their mobile devices.

Transit

Seed Round in 2016
Transit is a mobile app intended to help its users navigate their cities. Transit simplifies local travel in 125 cities worldwide. Upon launch, the bright, intuitive interface shows all nearby transportation options and departures. Users can plan trips, set reminders, and get notifications about disruptions. Plus, Transit also integrates other sustainable transport modes -- bike sharing, car sharing and Uber -- so users can determine the best way to get from A to B. With millions of active users in the US and Canada, Transit has emerged as the leading urban transit app in North America. The company is based in Montreal, Quebec.

Transit

Seed Round in 2015
Transit is a mobile app intended to help its users navigate their cities. Transit simplifies local travel in 125 cities worldwide. Upon launch, the bright, intuitive interface shows all nearby transportation options and departures. Users can plan trips, set reminders, and get notifications about disruptions. Plus, Transit also integrates other sustainable transport modes -- bike sharing, car sharing and Uber -- so users can determine the best way to get from A to B. With millions of active users in the US and Canada, Transit has emerged as the leading urban transit app in North America. The company is based in Montreal, Quebec.

SourceKnowledge

Debt Financing in 2015
SourceKnowledge is a Montreal-based company that operates a programmatic video platform focused on measuring success through post-click behavior. It provides a range of services including Reach, a self-serve video advertising platform; Engage, a performance marketing platform; Cross-Serve, which delivers campaigns across multiple devices; and RunSafe, a brand safety suite. The company aids e-commerce brands in boosting sales by advertising their products on premium digital channels, utilizing proprietary algorithms and machine learning for campaign management. SourceKnowledge emphasizes data transparency, offering clients online analytics and order ID reporting to optimize ad delivery through refined audience segmentation. Founded in 2009, the company has expanded its presence with offices in Toronto, Vancouver, and Los Angeles, serving a diverse clientele globally.

Bus.com

Seed Round in 2015
Bus.com is a bus rental platform that simplifies the planning and booking of group transportation online. Founded by travel industry veterans and based in Montreal, Quebec, the company provides an easy-to-use web application for organizing and managing bus trips. Its services include online rental, ticketing, and GPS tracking, allowing passengers to stay informed about their bus's arrival times. Bus.com is particularly focused on facilitating charter bus trips for various events, such as festivals and sporting occasions, thereby enhancing the overall travel experience for users.

Budge Studios

Private Equity Round in 2015
Budge Studios Inc. is a Montreal-based company that develops and publishes children's applications for smartphones and tablets. Founded in 2010, the company offers a diverse portfolio of entertaining and educational apps that feature a mix of original and branded content, including popular characters such as Barbie, Thomas & Friends, and Hello Kitty. Budge Studios aims to create safe and age-appropriate gaming experiences for children, fostering creativity and innovation through its engaging puzzles and games. Additionally, the company runs the Budge Playgroup program, which allows parents to participate in the development of new apps, enhancing the creative process.

Hopper

Venture Round in 2015
Hopper Inc. is a travel technology company based in Montreal, Canada, with additional offices in Cambridge, Massachusetts, New York, and Sofia, Bulgaria. Founded in 2007 by Frederic Lalonde and Joost Ouwerkerk, Hopper has developed a mobile application that leverages big data and predictive analytics to provide users with travel recommendations. The app specializes in analyzing and forecasting airfare and accommodations, enabling travelers to secure the best deals. Hopper notifies users when flight and hotel prices are anticipated to be at their lowest, allowing them to make informed decisions about their travel plans. The company's innovative platform aims to simplify the travel booking process, making it easier for users to plan and book their trips directly from their mobile devices.

Execution Labs

Series A in 2014
Execution Labs Inc. is a venture capital firm based in Montreal, Canada, with an additional office in San Francisco, California. Established in 2012, the company specializes in investing in small-to-medium sized independent game studios in the Americas and Europe that develop downloadable titles for mobile, PC, and console platforms. Initially functioning as a hybrid incubator and accelerator, Execution Labs evolved to provide hands-on support and guidance to talented game developers, helping them enhance their entrepreneurial skills. Although the firm is no longer seeking new studio investments, it continues to support a network of established independent game studios, leveraging a team of experts and volunteer mentors to foster growth and success within the gaming industry.

Kitfox Games

Pre Seed Round in 2014
Kitfox Games is an independent game studio based in Montreal, focused on developing and publishing high-quality, narrative-driven games that allow players to explore new worlds and engage with compelling stories. The company is known for its commitment to creativity and innovation in the gaming industry, with notable projects including "Shattered Planet" and "Moon Hunters." Kitfox Games prides itself on its diverse team, with members hailing from various countries, united by a passion for creating immersive gaming experiences.

Beyond the Rack

Series C in 2013
Beyond the Rack is a Montreal-based online shopping platform that functions as a private shopping club, offering exclusive deals on a wide range of products including apparel, accessories, fragrances, home goods, and electronics. With approximately 15 million active members in Canada and the United States, the platform features flash sales that provide discounts of up to 80% on designer and fast fashion items, all without a retail middleman. The company collaborates with over 3,000 brands to host 15-25 sales daily, which typically last between 48 to 72 hours or until items sell out. Membership is free and can be obtained through the website, promotional partners, or referrals from existing members. Beyond the Rack is recognized for its responsive customer service and efficient shipping, contributing to its reputation as a leading online retailer in the fashion industry.

Bunch

Venture Round in 2013
Bunch is a social networking company based in Montreal, Canada, that offers a mobile platform for users to connect with like-minded individuals around specific topics of interest. The platform allows members to join up to three "bunches," which are networks defined by particular themes, facilitating engagement through the sharing of relevant content and comments. Bunch aims to enhance social media by creating a space for in-depth discussions, enabling users to foster intellectual conversations and remain updated on their favorite subjects. Membership is free, and users can access the platform by visiting the company's website or downloading the app from the App Store across North America.

reelyActive

Seed Round in 2012
ReelyActive is a technology company based in Montreal, Canada, specializing in real-time location and context data solutions. Founded in 2012, it offers an open-source platform that allows businesses to utilize existing in-building infrastructure to track the location of radio-identifiable devices. This technology enables organizations to observe who or what is present in a physical space and how they interact within it, ultimately enhancing operational efficiency and the overall human experience. ReelyActive focuses on translating real-world states into a format that can be easily integrated into digital systems, supporting a flexible approach to digital transformation. The company's mission centers on unlocking the value of shared data, aiming to create a future where machine-contextual awareness serves humanity effectively.

Execution Labs

Seed Round in 2012
Execution Labs Inc. is a venture capital firm based in Montreal, Canada, with an additional office in San Francisco, California. Established in 2012, the company specializes in investing in small-to-medium sized independent game studios in the Americas and Europe that develop downloadable titles for mobile, PC, and console platforms. Initially functioning as a hybrid incubator and accelerator, Execution Labs evolved to provide hands-on support and guidance to talented game developers, helping them enhance their entrepreneurial skills. Although the firm is no longer seeking new studio investments, it continues to support a network of established independent game studios, leveraging a team of experts and volunteer mentors to foster growth and success within the gaming industry.

Alethia Biotherapeutics

Series B in 2012
Alethia BioTherapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Montreal, Canada, specializing in the discovery and development of monoclonal antibody-based therapeutics. The company focuses on critical areas such as cancer-associated epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition, ovarian cancer, and cancer-induced bone loss. Its product portfolio includes Isogranulatimide, a G2 checkpoint inhibitor that enhances the efficacy of various DNA-damaging chemotherapeutic agents, and sCLU, a glycoprotein linked to several malignancies, including prostate and breast cancers. Additionally, Alethia BioTherapeutics offers AB-0447, which targets a specific antigen prevalent in over eighty-five percent of ovarian cancer cases, and AB-0440, a protein that plays a role in osteoclast differentiation. Established in 2002, the company employs patented STAR discovery technology to develop therapeutics aimed at invasive carcinomas and associated complications.

FounderFuel

Convertible Note in 2012
FounderFuel is a mentor-driven venture accelerator based in Montreal, Canada, founded in 2011 by Real Ventures. The company offers a four-month intensive program designed to support new startups in their development journey. Through access to a network of experienced entrepreneurs, operators, and executives, FounderFuel helps participating companies refine their visions, expand their networks, and accelerate their progress. The program emphasizes technology, with a particular focus on leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning. By providing seed funding and strategic guidance, FounderFuel aims to empower startups to navigate the challenges of the venture landscape effectively.

Beyond the Rack

Series B in 2011
Beyond the Rack is a Montreal-based online shopping platform that functions as a private shopping club, offering exclusive deals on a wide range of products including apparel, accessories, fragrances, home goods, and electronics. With approximately 15 million active members in Canada and the United States, the platform features flash sales that provide discounts of up to 80% on designer and fast fashion items, all without a retail middleman. The company collaborates with over 3,000 brands to host 15-25 sales daily, which typically last between 48 to 72 hours or until items sell out. Membership is free and can be obtained through the website, promotional partners, or referrals from existing members. Beyond the Rack is recognized for its responsive customer service and efficient shipping, contributing to its reputation as a leading online retailer in the fashion industry.

Alethia Biotherapeutics

Series A in 2010
Alethia BioTherapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Montreal, Canada, specializing in the discovery and development of monoclonal antibody-based therapeutics. The company focuses on critical areas such as cancer-associated epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition, ovarian cancer, and cancer-induced bone loss. Its product portfolio includes Isogranulatimide, a G2 checkpoint inhibitor that enhances the efficacy of various DNA-damaging chemotherapeutic agents, and sCLU, a glycoprotein linked to several malignancies, including prostate and breast cancers. Additionally, Alethia BioTherapeutics offers AB-0447, which targets a specific antigen prevalent in over eighty-five percent of ovarian cancer cases, and AB-0440, a protein that plays a role in osteoclast differentiation. Established in 2002, the company employs patented STAR discovery technology to develop therapeutics aimed at invasive carcinomas and associated complications.

Beyond the Rack

Series A in 2010
Beyond the Rack is a Montreal-based online shopping platform that functions as a private shopping club, offering exclusive deals on a wide range of products including apparel, accessories, fragrances, home goods, and electronics. With approximately 15 million active members in Canada and the United States, the platform features flash sales that provide discounts of up to 80% on designer and fast fashion items, all without a retail middleman. The company collaborates with over 3,000 brands to host 15-25 sales daily, which typically last between 48 to 72 hours or until items sell out. Membership is free and can be obtained through the website, promotional partners, or referrals from existing members. Beyond the Rack is recognized for its responsive customer service and efficient shipping, contributing to its reputation as a leading online retailer in the fashion industry.

Vantrix

Venture Round in 2010
Vantrix Corporation, acquired by Like Minded Entertainment in 2019, specializes in integrated media processing software tailored for video service providers and mobile operators. Headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with additional offices in London, Dubai, and Hong Kong, Vantrix offers a comprehensive media platform that enables the delivery of multi-screen video content while optimizing for performance and cost. Their solutions include virtualized video processing with GPU capabilities, multimedia messaging optimization, and a centralized management dashboard for overseeing virtual applications and physical infrastructure. With deployments in over 65 networks globally, Vantrix aims to meet the evolving demands of digital content delivery across various connected devices. Founded in 1994, the company was previously known as VoiceAge Networks Corporation.

Leap Medical

Seed Round in 2010
Leap Medical, Inc. engages in designing, developing, manufacturing, and marketing products that provide the earliest possible indicators of a patient's medical condition. The company is based in Montreal, Canada.

Resonant Medical

Venture Round in 2010
Resonant Medical is a company that develops, manufactures, and commercializes 3D ultrasound image-guided adaptive radiotherapy products aimed at improving radiation therapy for cancer patients. Its product offerings include the Clarity Breast System, which provides non-ionizing guidance for breast treatments; the Clarity Prostate System, designed for precise non-invasive guidance in prostate cancer treatments; and the Multi-Anatomy System, which facilitates image-guided treatments for various soft tissue anatomies, including gynecological and bladder applications. Established in 2000 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, Resonant Medical serves a diverse range of healthcare professionals, including physicians, physicists, and therapists. The company's innovative platform enhances radiation therapy planning, verification, and delivery, ensuring advanced care without the use of radiation, thus addressing critical clinical needs in cancer treatment.

Alethia Biotherapeutics

Seed Round in 2008
Alethia BioTherapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Montreal, Canada, specializing in the discovery and development of monoclonal antibody-based therapeutics. The company focuses on critical areas such as cancer-associated epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition, ovarian cancer, and cancer-induced bone loss. Its product portfolio includes Isogranulatimide, a G2 checkpoint inhibitor that enhances the efficacy of various DNA-damaging chemotherapeutic agents, and sCLU, a glycoprotein linked to several malignancies, including prostate and breast cancers. Additionally, Alethia BioTherapeutics offers AB-0447, which targets a specific antigen prevalent in over eighty-five percent of ovarian cancer cases, and AB-0440, a protein that plays a role in osteoclast differentiation. Established in 2002, the company employs patented STAR discovery technology to develop therapeutics aimed at invasive carcinomas and associated complications.

Bluestreak Technology

Series D in 2007
Bluestreak Technology, Inc. is a developer of media applications and software solutions for over-the-top and managed video services across various connected devices, including televisions, set-top boxes, smartphones, and tablets. Its flagship products include the MachBlue platform, which enables content owners and network operators to deliver video services, and MachBlue Smart Runtime Classic, designed for creating experiences using Adobe Flash applications. The company also offers MachBlue Studio, an application testing environment that aids in debugging and optimizing applications. Additionally, Bluestreak Technology provides a range of features for digital set-top boxes, such as user interfaces, electronic program guides, video on demand, and live event broadcasting. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, Bluestreak Technology serves a diverse clientele that includes major industry players like Alcatel, Ericsson, and Samsung. The company operates as a subsidiary of Espial Group, Inc.

Vantrix

Series B in 2007
Vantrix Corporation, acquired by Like Minded Entertainment in 2019, specializes in integrated media processing software tailored for video service providers and mobile operators. Headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with additional offices in London, Dubai, and Hong Kong, Vantrix offers a comprehensive media platform that enables the delivery of multi-screen video content while optimizing for performance and cost. Their solutions include virtualized video processing with GPU capabilities, multimedia messaging optimization, and a centralized management dashboard for overseeing virtual applications and physical infrastructure. With deployments in over 65 networks globally, Vantrix aims to meet the evolving demands of digital content delivery across various connected devices. Founded in 1994, the company was previously known as VoiceAge Networks Corporation.

Prognomix

Venture Round in 2007
Prognomix, Inc. is a personalized medicine company based in Montreal, Canada, established in 2005. It specializes in developing pre-symptomatic diagnostic tools for complications related to Type 2 diabetes by leveraging genomic signatures. The company offers a range of products, including PGX IR01, an in vitro molecular predictive test that assesses the risk of complications in patients with Type 2 diabetes, and PGx GR01, a screening test designed to identify diabetic patients at higher risk for cardiovascular events. Additionally, it provides PGx CD01, which serves as a companion diagnostic for preventing cardiovascular and renal complications, and PGx IR02, an individual risk product. Prognomix aims to address the expansive market for diabetes complications, which is estimated to be around $24 billion in the United States. Through its innovative approach, Prognomix focuses on enhancing physicians' ability to predict complications and tailor therapeutic responses for diabetic patients.

Bluestreak Technology

Series C in 2006
Bluestreak Technology, Inc. is a developer of media applications and software solutions for over-the-top and managed video services across various connected devices, including televisions, set-top boxes, smartphones, and tablets. Its flagship products include the MachBlue platform, which enables content owners and network operators to deliver video services, and MachBlue Smart Runtime Classic, designed for creating experiences using Adobe Flash applications. The company also offers MachBlue Studio, an application testing environment that aids in debugging and optimizing applications. Additionally, Bluestreak Technology provides a range of features for digital set-top boxes, such as user interfaces, electronic program guides, video on demand, and live event broadcasting. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, Bluestreak Technology serves a diverse clientele that includes major industry players like Alcatel, Ericsson, and Samsung. The company operates as a subsidiary of Espial Group, Inc.

Angiochem

Venture Round in 2005
AngioChem Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Montreal, Canada, focused on discovering and developing innovative peptide drug conjugates aimed at treating neurological diseases. The company specializes in overcoming the challenges posed by the blood-brain barrier, using its proprietary EPiC platform, which employs a receptor-based approach to facilitate drug delivery to the central nervous system. AngioChem's product pipeline includes ANG1005, a taxane derivative designed to target brain cancer cells, and ANG4043, an anticancer therapy for breast cancer metastases in the brain. Additionally, the company develops peptide antibody conjugates and neurotensin derivatives for managing pain, as well as treatments for lysosomal storage diseases. Founded in 2003, AngioChem is committed to addressing significant medical needs in the realm of CNS disorders.

Bluestreak Technology

Series B in 2005
Bluestreak Technology, Inc. is a developer of media applications and software solutions for over-the-top and managed video services across various connected devices, including televisions, set-top boxes, smartphones, and tablets. Its flagship products include the MachBlue platform, which enables content owners and network operators to deliver video services, and MachBlue Smart Runtime Classic, designed for creating experiences using Adobe Flash applications. The company also offers MachBlue Studio, an application testing environment that aids in debugging and optimizing applications. Additionally, Bluestreak Technology provides a range of features for digital set-top boxes, such as user interfaces, electronic program guides, video on demand, and live event broadcasting. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, Bluestreak Technology serves a diverse clientele that includes major industry players like Alcatel, Ericsson, and Samsung. The company operates as a subsidiary of Espial Group, Inc.

Vantrix

Series A in 2005
Vantrix Corporation, acquired by Like Minded Entertainment in 2019, specializes in integrated media processing software tailored for video service providers and mobile operators. Headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with additional offices in London, Dubai, and Hong Kong, Vantrix offers a comprehensive media platform that enables the delivery of multi-screen video content while optimizing for performance and cost. Their solutions include virtualized video processing with GPU capabilities, multimedia messaging optimization, and a centralized management dashboard for overseeing virtual applications and physical infrastructure. With deployments in over 65 networks globally, Vantrix aims to meet the evolving demands of digital content delivery across various connected devices. Founded in 1994, the company was previously known as VoiceAge Networks Corporation.

Angiochem

Venture Round in 2005
AngioChem Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Montreal, Canada, focused on discovering and developing innovative peptide drug conjugates aimed at treating neurological diseases. The company specializes in overcoming the challenges posed by the blood-brain barrier, using its proprietary EPiC platform, which employs a receptor-based approach to facilitate drug delivery to the central nervous system. AngioChem's product pipeline includes ANG1005, a taxane derivative designed to target brain cancer cells, and ANG4043, an anticancer therapy for breast cancer metastases in the brain. Additionally, the company develops peptide antibody conjugates and neurotensin derivatives for managing pain, as well as treatments for lysosomal storage diseases. Founded in 2003, AngioChem is committed to addressing significant medical needs in the realm of CNS disorders.

Goal Semiconductor

Series A in 2004
Goal Semiconductor is a fabless semiconductor company that designs and develops mixed-signal integrated circuits for the embedded data acquisition market. The company’s products include system-on-a-chip devices used in various applications. Its microcontrollers integrate peripherals into the chips, replacing additional components typically found on circuit boards. Goal Semiconductor offers VERSA MIX, VERSA1, VRS1000, VRS900, VERSA HV100 or 300, VRS540, and VRS700 microcontrollers with minor variations. In addition, the company provides integrated circuit design services such as analog and digital design, physical design and layout, test program development, automated wafer testing, device characterization, and package test. Goal Semiconductor is based in Montréal, Quebec.

Metrowerks

Venture Round in 1999
Metrowerks Inc., founded in 1985 in Montreal and now headquartered in Austin, Texas, specializes in designing, developing, marketing, and supporting software development tools for programmers. The company offers a range of programming tools that cater to four primary market segments: desktop applications for Windows and Macintosh, embedded proprietary operating systems, real-time operating systems including Windows CE, and the Java technology sector. Among its notable products is CodeWarrior, which boasts a user base of over 100,000 registered users across 75 countries, underscoring its global presence and influence in the software development industry.
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