Kepler Communications Inc. is a satellite communications company focused on establishing a telecommunications network in space to enhance connectivity for various applications. The company designs, develops, and operates Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites that provide crucial communication services, including PolarConnect for organizations in extreme environments, a Global Data Service for transferring large data files, and everywhereIOT for Internet of Things (IoT) devices. These services address the challenges of intermittent connectivity faced by non-geostationary satellites and reduce reliance on traditional ground infrastructure. Kepler’s advanced network allows for real-time access to space-borne assets, enabling industries such as maritime, natural resources, defense, and logistics to connect and share information effectively. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Kepler is actively expanding its satellite constellation, with plans for broader deployments to facilitate global communication capabilities.
Potloc Inc. operates an online consumer insights platform that enables businesses to access valuable data regarding consumer behavior and purchasing habits. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with additional offices in Toronto, Paris, and Geneva, Potloc conducts geotargeted surveys through social networks, offering a modern alternative to traditional research methods. By leveraging these surveys, Potloc assists clients in improving customer experience, converting competitors' clients, and enhancing product or service offerings. The platform empowers businesses by providing insights that help them connect with their target audiences and drive profitability. With a growing team of nearly 60 employees, Potloc serves hundreds of businesses seeking to understand and engage with consumers more effectively.
Arteria AI applies artificial intelligence to the drafting, negotiation, and analysis of contracts.
League, Inc. is a company that develops an enterprise healthcare operating system aimed at improving employee health and lifestyle. Its core offering, the Health Benefits Experience (HBX) platform, functions as a centralized hub for various health solutions, facilitating better engagement and informed decision-making among employees regarding their healthcare. The platform includes features such as a digital wallet for managing coverage and spending accounts, as well as support services for benefits enrollment and navigation. League also provides benefits administration and advisory services, catering to clients in Canada, the United States, and Europe. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with an office in Chicago, Illinois, League has formed strategic partnerships to enhance its service offerings and foster employee wellness.
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PathFactory delivers the on-demand experience for B2B by enabling buyers with the most relevant information at every step of their unique journey and allowing them to binge-consume content, removing friction and making the buying process more efficient. By tracking exactly what each buyer is consuming along the path to purchase, PathFactory delivers hyper-relevant, real-time content recommendations and dramatically expedites the buying process.
Producer of craft-brewed, alcohol-free beverages intended to create an inclusive community. The company produces a range of non-alcoholic drinks including beer and wine, enabling consumers to enjoy a tasty and healthy alternative when they do not feel inclined to drink in a social setting.
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Hydrostor Inc. is a company based in Toronto, Canada, specializing in Advanced Compressed Air Energy Storage (A-CAES) technology that addresses the growing demand for reliable and sustainable electricity solutions. Founded in 2010, Hydrostor's innovative approach allows for the conversion of electrical energy into compressed air, which can be stored and later converted back into energy during peak demand periods. This technology is designed to facilitate the integration of renewable energy sources, optimize grid operations, and provide essential services such as dispatchable capacity and transmission deferral. Hydrostor's solutions are applicable in various contexts, including repurposing retired fossil fuel plants and serving large industrial operations and mining facilities. The company operates primarily in the United States, Australia, and Canada and collaborates with leading engineering and construction providers to deliver comprehensive energy storage solutions.
ChefHero Inc. is a technology company that operates a mobile and web application designed for businesses in the food service industry to efficiently order wholesale restaurant supplies. Founded in 2015 and based in Toronto, Canada, ChefHero connects restaurants, bars, coffee shops, food trucks, and caterers with regional suppliers. By streamlining the ordering process, the platform allows culinary professionals to focus more on their craft rather than the logistics of supply procurement. ChefHero aims to enhance the operational efficiency of food service businesses through its user-friendly interface and dedicated supplier network.
Swift Medical Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in wound care management through its mobile application, Swift. This application enables healthcare professionals to measure and document the progression of patients' wounds efficiently. By facilitating real-time sharing of wound images, Swift enhances communication among medical teams and ensures precise and consistent documentation. The platform is designed to provide comprehensive wound care solutions for healthcare enterprises, streamlining the process from initial assessment to ongoing treatment.
Tulip Retail, Inc. is a developer of a cloud-based mobile platform designed specifically for retail store associates. Founded in 2013 and based in Toronto, Canada, with additional offices in Kitchener, London, Caerano di San Marco, and New York, Tulip aims to enhance the in-store experience by empowering associates with a suite of intuitive mobile applications. The platform offers features such as assisted selling, clienteling, and a comprehensive checkout system, allowing associates to access product and customer information seamlessly. Retailers use Tulip's solutions to provide an enriched omnichannel shopping experience, streamlining operations and communications while elevating customer service. Notable clients include Saks Fifth Avenue, Kate Spade, and Coach, among others.
Xanadu Quantum Technologies Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in developing photonic quantum computers. The company integrates quantum silicon photonic chips into existing hardware to create full-stack quantum computing solutions. Xanadu offers several software tools, including PennyLane, a Python library for quantum machine learning and hybrid quantum-classical computations, and Strawberry Fields, an open-source programming language for quantum computing. The company aims to make quantum computing accessible and beneficial by addressing real-world challenges and enhancing computational capabilities beyond classical methods. By combining expertise from leading scientists and industry professionals, Xanadu is positioning itself as a significant player in the quantum technology landscape.
Neurescence Inc. is a Toronto-based company established in 2014 that specializes in developing advanced assessment tools for brain diseases and therapeutics. The company offers two types of graded-refractive-index (GRIN) lenses designed for imaging various areas of the central nervous system. These thin, cylindrical lenses are implanted alongside a focus-adjustable fiber-lens connector, enabling the transmission of fluorescence signals from neurons to a CMOS sensor. Additionally, Neurescence provides the Quartet, a miniature fluorescence microscope coupled with data collection software, optimized for neuronal calcium imaging. This technology enables simultaneous monitoring of neuronal activities across multiple brain regions and the spinal cord in freely behaving subjects, aiding healthcare providers in diagnosing and treating conditions such as Alzheimer's disease, epilepsy, and depression.
KOHO Financial Inc. is a financial technology company based in Toronto, Canada, founded in 2014. It offers low-cost banking services through a prepaid, reloadable Visa debit card and a mobile application designed to simplify financial management for users. The platform enables customers to conduct their daily banking operations while providing tools for expense management, such as setting financial goals, cash flow projections, group spending features, and spending insights. These functionalities allow users to effectively manage their finances and make informed spending decisions while on the go.
Peak’s AI-powered software enables intelligent energy in smart cities by optimizing synthetic, stationary, and mobile batteries to act as grid resources. Peak’s solutions reduce operating costs and the environmental footprint of our clients while decreasing strain on the grid.
Borrowell Inc. is a financial services company based in Toronto, Canada, founded in 2014. It operates an online marketplace-lending platform that connects borrowers with lenders, offering a variety of financial products, including personal loans and credit cards. Borrowell provides Canadians with tools to manage their financial well-being, including free credit score monitoring and personalized recommendations for financial products from various partners. The platform aims to simplify the borrowing process by empowering users to make informed decisions, access low-interest loans, and improve their overall financial health. Through its innovative approach, Borrowell seeks to enhance the borrowing experience for Canadians.
Symend Inc. develops a digital engagement platform designed to enhance debt recovery processes while prioritizing positive customer experiences. Founded in 2016 and based in Calgary, Canada, with additional offices in Toronto and Denver, the company utilizes behavioral science and advanced analytics to provide enterprise clients with insights into consumer behavior. This enables businesses to engage customers effectively and encourages them to resolve past due bills through personalized communications, self-service tools, and flexible repayment options. Symend's platform incorporates features such as treatment planning and campaign management, aiming to reduce debt delinquency and improve customer satisfaction. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including telecommunications, financial services, utilities, and media, and operates globally across North America, Latin America, and the Asia-Pacific region.
Tealbook, Inc. operates an online supplier knowledge management and procurement platform aimed at enhancing buyer-supplier relationships. Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, the company consolidates and centralizes credible supplier information, including company details, product offerings, social media feeds, and diversity certifications. This data-driven platform facilitates procurement teams in identifying qualified suppliers, collaborating with stakeholders, and improving visibility and analytics across the supplier base. Tealbook integrates seamlessly with various enterprise systems, such as ERP and contract management tools, to streamline procurement processes. Since its incorporation in 2012, Tealbook has gained recognition for its innovative approach, earning placements on lists like the CIX Top 20 and the Gartner Cool Vendor list. The platform is designed to empower organizations by providing access to a broader ecosystem of qualified suppliers, thereby enabling agile procurement and fostering meaningful partnerships.
Peak’s AI-powered software enables intelligent energy in smart cities by optimizing synthetic, stationary, and mobile batteries to act as grid resources. Peak’s solutions reduce operating costs and the environmental footprint of our clients while decreasing strain on the grid.
RockMass Technologies is revolutionizing structural mapping by developing a data collection tool made for geologists. The company creates data collection more efficient, accurate and safe for geologists in mining, exploration, civil engineering and education. At RockMass, our goal is to improve geological mapping in the mining, civil engineering, and exploration industries with our revolutionary mapping technologies.
Skygauge has reinvented the drone to perform work not possible with drones today. Their first application is performing industrial inspections (Ultrasonic Testing). Instead of having workers on ropes, boom lifts, and scaffolding The Skygauge will perform inspections 5-10x faster. This reduces turnaround time, cost of inspection, and increases safety because workers are not exposed to work at height. Once they dominate the inspection market our core technology will branch out into pressure washing/cleaning, painting/coating, and attach a robot arm for general work. The same way robot arms created a workforce in factories their drones will create a workforce in the sky.
Tulip Retail, Inc. is a developer of a cloud-based mobile platform designed specifically for retail store associates. Founded in 2013 and based in Toronto, Canada, with additional offices in Kitchener, London, Caerano di San Marco, and New York, Tulip aims to enhance the in-store experience by empowering associates with a suite of intuitive mobile applications. The platform offers features such as assisted selling, clienteling, and a comprehensive checkout system, allowing associates to access product and customer information seamlessly. Retailers use Tulip's solutions to provide an enriched omnichannel shopping experience, streamlining operations and communications while elevating customer service. Notable clients include Saks Fifth Avenue, Kate Spade, and Coach, among others.
Aya Payments, Inc. is a healthcare fintech company based in Toronto, Canada, founded in 2018. The company specializes in developing innovative healthcare spending solutions designed to administer health benefits and adjudicate claims. Its offerings include novaHSA, a platform that enables users to access, manage, and monitor healthcare costs, and Dynamic Ledgering, which provides a range of financial products including payment, deposit, lending, and investment solutions tailored for fintech companies. Aya Payments primarily serves employees and their dependents, aiming to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of healthcare financial management.
R-Hauz Solutions Inc. is a Toronto-based company established in 2017 that focuses on addressing housing affordability in urban areas. It provides innovative real estate products designed for developers and property owners, including six-storey avenue townhomes and two-storey laneway suites. By leveraging the city’s development guidelines, R-Hauz empowers urban landowners and families to meet their housing needs through a unique approach known as housing-as-a-product. Their V2 and V6 offerings facilitate the creation of additional housing options in Toronto, utilizing off-site construction methods that ensure elegant design at an affordable price. Through these solutions, R-Hauz contributes to increasing the housing supply in a manner that is both practical and responsive to diverse urban needs.
Canvass AI develops a predictive analytics platform that leverages artificial intelligence to enhance industrial operations across various sectors, including food and agriculture, automotive, energy, and metals and mining. The platform automates the data analysis process, enabling companies to gather insights on production efficiency, maintenance, and energy use with ease. By providing actionable insights and real-time guidance, Canvass AI empowers industrial operators to optimize their processes, improve quality, and reduce energy consumption. The technology is designed to facilitate the adoption of AI in industrial settings without requiring extensive data science expertise, thus supporting companies in lowering operational costs, improving profitability, and extending the lifespan of their assets. Founded in 2016 and based in Toronto, Canada, Canvass AI was previously known as Dat-uh Inc. and rebranded in August 2017.
Cognota, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, offers a cloud-based learning software known as Synapse, designed to enhance the efficiency of corporate learning and development teams. The platform facilitates collaboration between learning designers and stakeholders throughout the learning experience design process, enabling users to create prototypes and use blueprints for effective course development. Synapse streamlines various training processes, including project planning and content design, allowing organizations to gain better visibility into their training needs and consolidate multiple tools into a single platform. This integrated approach ensures that collaboration with subject matter experts is seamless, allowing for efficient knowledge capture and updates. With additional offices in San Diego, California, and Merida, Mexico, Cognota serves clients across various sectors, aiming to empower individuals to learn and grow effectively.
ThoughtWire Corp. develops and markets an application platform for enterprise and cloud applications. The company was founded in 2009 and is based in Toronto, Canada.
Zoom.ai Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in developing an artificial intelligence-driven automated virtual assistant. Founded in 2016, the software integrates with a user’s existing data to learn their preferences and streamline various operational tasks. It assists in meeting scheduling, workload management, and logistics coordination, while also providing features like reminders and warm introductions. The virtual assistant facilitates communication through popular messaging platforms, including Slack, Skype, Facebook Messenger, Google Hangouts, SMS, and GroupMe. By automating routine tasks, Zoom.ai aims to enhance productivity for enterprise managers and reduce workplace distractions.
At Sampler, we help consumer packaged good brands of all sizes and categories deliver physical samples to digitally targeted consumers. Our turnkey solution helps brands gather consumer feedback and demographic insights that will increase successful trial and in-turn conversion rates. Using Sampler, brands no longer need to hand out samples at random, and can get product into the right hands. We call it Direct to Consumer Product Sampling.
Invixium Inc. is a manufacturer of advanced biometric solutions headquartered in Markham, Canada, with additional research and development operations in Ahmedabad, India. Established in 2012, the company offers a range of products designed to enhance security and convenience in access control. Its offerings include Ixm Mycro, which personalizes environments for home users; Ixm Touch, which prevents time theft in businesses by capturing electronic time stamp entries; IXM Titan, a multipurpose edge computing device that recognizes faces; IXM Merge, an indoor fingerprint tracking device; and Ixm Sense, tailored for industrial environments such as construction sites and hospitals. Invixium's products are designed to replace traditional access methods like keys and passwords with modern, internet-ready biometric solutions, all while ensuring durability in harsh conditions.
Cinchy Inc. is a technology company based in Toronto, Canada, that specializes in a data collaboration platform utilizing data fabric technology. Founded in 2014, Cinchy's platform connects various data sources within a unified networked architecture, allowing organizations to manage and protect their data more effectively. This innovative approach enables real-time collaboration among multiple systems and users without the need for separate application databases. By facilitating a cross-application data network, Cinchy enhances data accessibility while improving security for both customer and employee information. The platform has been recognized for its capabilities, having received accolades such as best-of-show at Finovate and being featured in Gartner's "Cool Vendors in Data Management." Through its unique architecture, Cinchy aims to eliminate data fragmentation, reduce costs, and streamline operations for enterprises.
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Tealbook, Inc. operates an online supplier knowledge management and procurement platform aimed at enhancing buyer-supplier relationships. Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, the company consolidates and centralizes credible supplier information, including company details, product offerings, social media feeds, and diversity certifications. This data-driven platform facilitates procurement teams in identifying qualified suppliers, collaborating with stakeholders, and improving visibility and analytics across the supplier base. Tealbook integrates seamlessly with various enterprise systems, such as ERP and contract management tools, to streamline procurement processes. Since its incorporation in 2012, Tealbook has gained recognition for its innovative approach, earning placements on lists like the CIX Top 20 and the Gartner Cool Vendor list. The platform is designed to empower organizations by providing access to a broader ecosystem of qualified suppliers, thereby enabling agile procurement and fostering meaningful partnerships.
iQ Offices provides luxury shared office space, co-working, meeting rooms, event space, and virtual office solutions across Canada.
League, Inc. is a company that develops an enterprise healthcare operating system aimed at improving employee health and lifestyle. Its core offering, the Health Benefits Experience (HBX) platform, functions as a centralized hub for various health solutions, facilitating better engagement and informed decision-making among employees regarding their healthcare. The platform includes features such as a digital wallet for managing coverage and spending accounts, as well as support services for benefits enrollment and navigation. League also provides benefits administration and advisory services, catering to clients in Canada, the United States, and Europe. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with an office in Chicago, Illinois, League has formed strategic partnerships to enhance its service offerings and foster employee wellness.
TouchBistro, Inc. develops iPad-based point of sale (POS) solutions tailored for restaurants, cafes, bars, food trucks, and other food and beverage venues. The company offers a variety of specialized systems, including Restaurant POS for billing and payments, Food Truck POS for mobile operations, and Coffee Shop POS for efficient order management. TouchBistro's solutions enhance operational efficiency by allowing servers to take orders directly from customers and submit them instantly to the kitchen or bar, thereby reducing errors associated with traditional order entry methods. Additionally, the company provides a range of complementary products such as TouchBistro Reservations for guest management, cloud reporting and analytics tools, and a Kitchen Display system. Founded in 2010, TouchBistro is headquartered in New York, with an additional office in Toronto, and its products are available through the Apple App Store in the United States and internationally.
BlueDot Inc. specializes in data analytics solutions aimed at tracking and managing infectious diseases. Founded in 2008 and based in Toronto, Canada, the company utilizes a combination of human expertise and artificial intelligence to analyze a wide range of data, including disease outbreaks, healthcare facilities, population demographics, and environmental factors. By integrating these datasets with proprietary algorithms, BlueDot provides critical insights that help governments, healthcare organizations, and businesses protect their populations and mitigate the risks associated with infectious diseases. The company's early warning system is designed to anticipate disease threats and support effective responses, addressing an increasingly urgent public health challenge.
TickTrade Systems Inc is a provider of advanced foreign exchange trading and payment solutions. The company delivers an enhanced user experience through real-time analytics and insights into customer behavior. Its platform allows clients to offer superior service to their institutional, corporate, commercial, and retail customers by integrating streamlined workflows and intelligent features. TickTrade's open and modular architecture facilitates easy integration with existing systems, which helps clients accelerate their time-to-market, reduce costs, and boost profitability. Operating across North America, Europe, and Asia, TickTrade is dedicated to expanding its global client base and enhancing the efficiency of FX trading operations.
Invixium Inc. is a manufacturer of advanced biometric solutions headquartered in Markham, Canada, with additional research and development operations in Ahmedabad, India. Established in 2012, the company offers a range of products designed to enhance security and convenience in access control. Its offerings include Ixm Mycro, which personalizes environments for home users; Ixm Touch, which prevents time theft in businesses by capturing electronic time stamp entries; IXM Titan, a multipurpose edge computing device that recognizes faces; IXM Merge, an indoor fingerprint tracking device; and Ixm Sense, tailored for industrial environments such as construction sites and hospitals. Invixium's products are designed to replace traditional access methods like keys and passwords with modern, internet-ready biometric solutions, all while ensuring durability in harsh conditions.
Lynx Equity Limited is a private equity firm based in Toronto, Canada, established in 2007. The firm specializes in management buyouts, recapitalizations, and growth capital investments, primarily focusing on small to medium-sized enterprises in North America, particularly in Ontario and Western Canada. Lynx Equity targets a variety of sectors, including manufacturing, business services, financial services, and clean-energy projects, aiming to invest between CAD $200,000 and CAD $8 million per transaction. The firm typically seeks to acquire a 100% stake in its portfolio companies, which generally have an enterprise value ranging from CAD $1 million to CAD $10 million and revenues under CAD $25 million. Lynx Equity employs a buy-and-hold strategy, with investment durations of three to five years, and structures its investments as debt with equity interest. The firm also manages private equity funds and provides diversified risk through loans guaranteed by its portfolio companies, appealing to qualified Canadian investors seeking high-yield debentures.
ClaroNav Inc. is a Toronto-based company that develops software solutions for medical image processing and surgical navigation. Founded in 2001, it specializes in technologies that assist surgeons in performing minimally invasive and precise procedures. ClaroNav's key products include MicronTracker, which tracks the location and orientation of specially marked objects, and various applications such as Navident, an image-guided navigation system for dental implantation, and NaviX, a surgical navigation platform. The company's technology enhances the accuracy of dental implant procedures by allowing real-time tracking on patient scans, thereby increasing the confidence of dental professionals. ClaroNav also offers services in algorithmic development for image acquisition and calibration. The company serves diagnostic imaging and medical device firms, as well as medical centers globally.
Firmex Inc. is a Toronto-based provider of virtual data room solutions, offering an online platform for secure document sharing utilized by organizations globally. Established in 2006, Firmex specializes in facilitating the exchange of confidential documents essential for various processes, including mergers and acquisitions, due diligence, fundraising, and compliance. Its solutions are designed to support a range of sectors such as investment banking, law, private equity, and corporate governance, enabling clients to manage sensitive information effectively during complex transactions. Firmex's user-friendly platform serves over 140,000 companies, ensuring simple, secure, and efficient document sharing without hidden costs. The company also maintains an additional office in London, United Kingdom.
Myplanet is a software studio and certified BCorp. Based in Toronto with global studio presence, we’re working with the world’s most influential organizations to catalyze change across business silos. Drawing from a range of talents and perspectives, our team brings together data, systems thinking, and curiosity to build next generation experiences. We’re tackling mission-critical digital challenges for businesses by taking the millions of moments of interaction they have with customers every day and surfacing key opportunities to engage and connect within those moments. We’re building deep capabilities in data-driven design, AI implementation, and personalization, while forming strong partnerships with leaders in machine learning, hardware development, and IoT platforms. We’re shaping the way organizations use technology to deliver context-aware, multi-interface experiences that equip them to meet their business goals.
Blue J Legal Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in artificial intelligence software designed to predict court outcomes in employment law and tax matters. Founded in 2015, Blue J Legal offers two main products: Tax Foresight and Employment Foresight. Tax Foresight utilizes deep learning to analyze fact situations and uncover patterns in case law, enabling tax professionals to make informed judgments that align with the likely decisions of tax enforcement agencies and courts. Employment Foresight is tailored for human resource professionals, in-house counsel, and employment lawyers, providing rapid insights into how courts would address complex employment law issues, including reasonable notice, employee drug testing, worker classification, and dismissal causes. Through its innovative solutions, Blue J Legal aims to bring clarity and predictability to legal decision-making.
A full-service digital marketing agency specializing in Google AdWords, organic search findability, and related services. Founded in 2000 by Andrew Goodman.
Cinchy Inc. is a technology company based in Toronto, Canada, that specializes in a data collaboration platform utilizing data fabric technology. Founded in 2014, Cinchy's platform connects various data sources within a unified networked architecture, allowing organizations to manage and protect their data more effectively. This innovative approach enables real-time collaboration among multiple systems and users without the need for separate application databases. By facilitating a cross-application data network, Cinchy enhances data accessibility while improving security for both customer and employee information. The platform has been recognized for its capabilities, having received accolades such as best-of-show at Finovate and being featured in Gartner's "Cool Vendors in Data Management." Through its unique architecture, Cinchy aims to eliminate data fragmentation, reduce costs, and streamline operations for enterprises.
CrowdRiff is a Toronto-based company that offers a visual marketing platform specifically designed for the travel and tourism industry. Founded in 2011, the platform utilizes artificial intelligence to help marketers discover, manage, and share high-performing visual content across various marketing channels. By combining image discovery and digital asset management, CrowdRiff enables clients to enhance their community engagement through personalized interactions, turning community management into an integral part of their workflow. The platform includes features like Media Hub, which facilitates the sharing of visual content with journalists and content creators. CrowdRiff serves a diverse range of clients, including tourism boards, resorts, aquariums, and museums, helping them effectively connect with their audiences.
Canvass AI develops a predictive analytics platform that leverages artificial intelligence to enhance industrial operations across various sectors, including food and agriculture, automotive, energy, and metals and mining. The platform automates the data analysis process, enabling companies to gather insights on production efficiency, maintenance, and energy use with ease. By providing actionable insights and real-time guidance, Canvass AI empowers industrial operators to optimize their processes, improve quality, and reduce energy consumption. The technology is designed to facilitate the adoption of AI in industrial settings without requiring extensive data science expertise, thus supporting companies in lowering operational costs, improving profitability, and extending the lifespan of their assets. Founded in 2016 and based in Toronto, Canada, Canvass AI was previously known as Dat-uh Inc. and rebranded in August 2017.
League, Inc. is a company that develops an enterprise healthcare operating system aimed at improving employee health and lifestyle. Its core offering, the Health Benefits Experience (HBX) platform, functions as a centralized hub for various health solutions, facilitating better engagement and informed decision-making among employees regarding their healthcare. The platform includes features such as a digital wallet for managing coverage and spending accounts, as well as support services for benefits enrollment and navigation. League also provides benefits administration and advisory services, catering to clients in Canada, the United States, and Europe. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with an office in Chicago, Illinois, League has formed strategic partnerships to enhance its service offerings and foster employee wellness.
TouchBistro, Inc. develops iPad-based point of sale (POS) solutions tailored for restaurants, cafes, bars, food trucks, and other food and beverage venues. The company offers a variety of specialized systems, including Restaurant POS for billing and payments, Food Truck POS for mobile operations, and Coffee Shop POS for efficient order management. TouchBistro's solutions enhance operational efficiency by allowing servers to take orders directly from customers and submit them instantly to the kitchen or bar, thereby reducing errors associated with traditional order entry methods. Additionally, the company provides a range of complementary products such as TouchBistro Reservations for guest management, cloud reporting and analytics tools, and a Kitchen Display system. Founded in 2010, TouchBistro is headquartered in New York, with an additional office in Toronto, and its products are available through the Apple App Store in the United States and internationally.
ecobee, Inc. is a Canadian company based in Toronto that specializes in manufacturing Wi-Fi enabled smart thermostats and light automation equipment for both residential and commercial use. Founded in 2007, ecobee offers a range of products, including the SmartThermostat with voice control, ecobee3 lite, SmartSensor, and ecobee Switch+, all designed to enhance energy efficiency and provide remote access to temperature settings through a mobile application. These devices enable users to monitor and manage their energy consumption effectively, contributing to energy conservation while maintaining comfort in homes and offices. ecobee's products are available for purchase online, making them accessible to a wide audience.
Potloc Inc. operates an online consumer insights platform that enables businesses to access valuable data regarding consumer behavior and purchasing habits. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with additional offices in Toronto, Paris, and Geneva, Potloc conducts geotargeted surveys through social networks, offering a modern alternative to traditional research methods. By leveraging these surveys, Potloc assists clients in improving customer experience, converting competitors' clients, and enhancing product or service offerings. The platform empowers businesses by providing insights that help them connect with their target audiences and drive profitability. With a growing team of nearly 60 employees, Potloc serves hundreds of businesses seeking to understand and engage with consumers more effectively.
Swift Medical Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in wound care management through its mobile application, Swift. This application enables healthcare professionals to measure and document the progression of patients' wounds efficiently. By facilitating real-time sharing of wound images, Swift enhances communication among medical teams and ensures precise and consistent documentation. The platform is designed to provide comprehensive wound care solutions for healthcare enterprises, streamlining the process from initial assessment to ongoing treatment.
ThoughtWire Corp. develops and markets an application platform for enterprise and cloud applications. The company was founded in 2009 and is based in Toronto, Canada.
Upchain, founded in 2015, is a developer of cloud-based product lifecycle management software aimed at enhancing collaboration across decentralized product value chains. Recognizing that traditional solutions primarily catered to large multinational corporations, Upchain seeks to include suppliers and smaller manufacturers in the process. Their software provides essential features such as item management, version control, change management, bills of materials management, file compliance, and computer-aided design integration. By focusing on these functionalities, Upchain enables manufacturers operating within complex supply chains to increase revenue, reduce costs, and improve product quality. The company envisions a fully interconnected supply chain where collaboration is standard and critical data is both accessible and secure.
At Sampler, we help consumer packaged good brands of all sizes and categories deliver physical samples to digitally targeted consumers. Our turnkey solution helps brands gather consumer feedback and demographic insights that will increase successful trial and in-turn conversion rates. Using Sampler, brands no longer need to hand out samples at random, and can get product into the right hands. We call it Direct to Consumer Product Sampling.
Wattpad Corp. is an online community platform based in Toronto, Canada, founded in 2006, that facilitates storytelling by connecting readers and writers. The platform allows users to read, write, and share stories in multiple languages, fostering collaboration through comments and multimedia interactions. With over 65 million users who collectively spend more than 20 billion minutes per month engaged in original content, Wattpad enhances the storytelling experience through its flagship app. Additionally, the company offers Tap, a product featuring short, chat-based stories, and Wattpad Studios, which co-produces stories for film, television, and print with industry partners. Wattpad Brand Solutions provides advertising products aimed at engaging Millennial and Gen Z consumers, leveraging the platform's extensive community and technological capabilities to enhance content creation and distribution.
MIMOSA Diagnostics Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in developing a multispectral mobile tissue assessment device aimed at improving foot health monitoring for diabetes patients. In response to healthcare system challenges exacerbated by pandemics, the company has created a connected care platform that facilitates remote communication between patients and healthcare providers for the assessment and triage of diabetic foot ulcers. This innovative device stands out in the Canadian market as it integrates multiple monitoring capabilities into a single personal medical device, addressing the increasing backlog of chronic illness patients who require routine care but may avoid healthcare settings due to safety concerns. Unlike existing products that measure isolated data points, the MIMOSA device provides comprehensive monitoring of essential factors related to diabetic foot ulcer management.
InnerSpace Technologies Inc. offers a comprehensive indoor mapping and navigation platform that leverages advanced mapping technology, smartphone-compatible sensors, and machine learning to create automatic maps and pinpoint the location of individuals and objects in indoor environments. Founded in 2014 and based in Toronto, Canada, the company provides location-as-a-service solutions on a subscription basis for both enterprise and consumer applications, catering to clients across the United States, Europe, Asia, and Canada. InnerSpace's platform enables businesses to enhance their operations by optimizing real estate utilization, improving workplace experiences, managing customer engagement in retail settings, and enhancing safety protocols in smart buildings. By utilizing easy-to-install IoT sensors and out-of-the-box analytics, InnerSpace helps organizations effectively leverage their key assets—people and real estate—leading to significant operational efficiencies and improved financial outcomes.
Nudge Rewards is a Toronto-based company that offers a team performance management platform designed for retailers, foodservice, and hospitality sectors. The platform includes a mobile solution that facilitates employee engagement, knowledge assessment, and performance monitoring for frontline workers, enabling brands to effectively motivate and reward their teams. Nudge's clientele features notable global brands such as Mercedes Benz, Rogers Communications, and Samsung, among others. The company, which was established in 2011 and rebranded from Greengage Mobile in 2014, has formed strategic partnerships with organizations like ReThink and BrandXP Ltd to enhance its offerings. Through its innovative app and content management system, Nudge Rewards aims to measurably improve frontline team performance and drive overall company success.
SmartHire is a Decentralized, Peer-to-Peer Recruitment Platform powered by the Ethereum Blockchain.
Born from an idea that the business of retail pharmacy was being driven by large corporate entities operating in their best interests, the team at Rx Drug Mart established a pharmacy retail organization that brought the priority back to the pharmacy, the patient, and the community.
Hubdoc Inc. develops a mobile application that converts receipts, bills, invoices, and statements into usable data. The company offers Hubdoc application that enables to automatically import financial documents, which are in the form of receipts, bills and statements, and emails; and export them into usable data. Its Hubdoc application enables users to snap a photo of receipts, invoices, or bills; forward the Email paperwork; and scan/upload the documents. It serves small and medium businesses, including accountants and bookkeepers in Canada. Hubdoc Inc. was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. As of August 2, 2018, Hubdoc Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Xero Limited.
Element AI Inc. provides artificial intelligence solutions (AI) for organizations to identify opportunities to use artificial intelligence and machine learning and build AI solutions. It operates an AI as a Service (AIaaS) platform that enables businesses to launch and incubate AI solutions in partnership with large corporations. The company also operates a research and development laboratory that conducts research to deploy AI in computing infrastructure. It provides its products to insurance, banking and capital markets, manufacturing, logistics, retail, and consumer packaged goods industries. Element AI Inc. was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Montreal, Canada with an additional office in Toronto, Canada.
Canvass AI develops a predictive analytics platform that leverages artificial intelligence to enhance industrial operations across various sectors, including food and agriculture, automotive, energy, and metals and mining. The platform automates the data analysis process, enabling companies to gather insights on production efficiency, maintenance, and energy use with ease. By providing actionable insights and real-time guidance, Canvass AI empowers industrial operators to optimize their processes, improve quality, and reduce energy consumption. The technology is designed to facilitate the adoption of AI in industrial settings without requiring extensive data science expertise, thus supporting companies in lowering operational costs, improving profitability, and extending the lifespan of their assets. Founded in 2016 and based in Toronto, Canada, Canvass AI was previously known as Dat-uh Inc. and rebranded in August 2017.
TouchBistro, Inc. develops iPad-based point of sale (POS) solutions tailored for restaurants, cafes, bars, food trucks, and other food and beverage venues. The company offers a variety of specialized systems, including Restaurant POS for billing and payments, Food Truck POS for mobile operations, and Coffee Shop POS for efficient order management. TouchBistro's solutions enhance operational efficiency by allowing servers to take orders directly from customers and submit them instantly to the kitchen or bar, thereby reducing errors associated with traditional order entry methods. Additionally, the company provides a range of complementary products such as TouchBistro Reservations for guest management, cloud reporting and analytics tools, and a Kitchen Display system. Founded in 2010, TouchBistro is headquartered in New York, with an additional office in Toronto, and its products are available through the Apple App Store in the United States and internationally.
Tealbook, Inc. operates an online supplier knowledge management and procurement platform aimed at enhancing buyer-supplier relationships. Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, the company consolidates and centralizes credible supplier information, including company details, product offerings, social media feeds, and diversity certifications. This data-driven platform facilitates procurement teams in identifying qualified suppliers, collaborating with stakeholders, and improving visibility and analytics across the supplier base. Tealbook integrates seamlessly with various enterprise systems, such as ERP and contract management tools, to streamline procurement processes. Since its incorporation in 2012, Tealbook has gained recognition for its innovative approach, earning placements on lists like the CIX Top 20 and the Gartner Cool Vendor list. The platform is designed to empower organizations by providing access to a broader ecosystem of qualified suppliers, thereby enabling agile procurement and fostering meaningful partnerships.
Potloc Inc. operates an online consumer insights platform that enables businesses to access valuable data regarding consumer behavior and purchasing habits. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with additional offices in Toronto, Paris, and Geneva, Potloc conducts geotargeted surveys through social networks, offering a modern alternative to traditional research methods. By leveraging these surveys, Potloc assists clients in improving customer experience, converting competitors' clients, and enhancing product or service offerings. The platform empowers businesses by providing insights that help them connect with their target audiences and drive profitability. With a growing team of nearly 60 employees, Potloc serves hundreds of businesses seeking to understand and engage with consumers more effectively.
WebsiteBox is a technology firm based in Toronto that specializes in providing comprehensive real estate websites for a one-time fee of $99, which is the lowest in the market. The company offers IDX (Internet Data Exchange) integration with 265 multiple-listing-service boards across the United States and Canada. With over 10,000 real estate professionals utilizing its services, WebsiteBox delivers custom, mobile-friendly websites equipped with essential tools for the industry, including customer relationship management, web hosting, search engine optimization, and lead capture features. Additionally, the platform provides ready-to-publish content tailored to various real estate specialties, along with analytics and online marketing tools, all designed to help real estate professionals enhance their online presence and grow their businesses.
InnerSpace Technologies Inc. offers a comprehensive indoor mapping and navigation platform that leverages advanced mapping technology, smartphone-compatible sensors, and machine learning to create automatic maps and pinpoint the location of individuals and objects in indoor environments. Founded in 2014 and based in Toronto, Canada, the company provides location-as-a-service solutions on a subscription basis for both enterprise and consumer applications, catering to clients across the United States, Europe, Asia, and Canada. InnerSpace's platform enables businesses to enhance their operations by optimizing real estate utilization, improving workplace experiences, managing customer engagement in retail settings, and enhancing safety protocols in smart buildings. By utilizing easy-to-install IoT sensors and out-of-the-box analytics, InnerSpace helps organizations effectively leverage their key assets—people and real estate—leading to significant operational efficiencies and improved financial outcomes.
Delivered in Montréal and Toronto, NextAI is an accelerator and founder development program for early or idea stage AI-enabled startups. NextAI is for exceptional teams and individuals from around the world who are commercializing AI research and want to build global companies. NextAI is a global innovation hub for artificial intelligence related venture creation and technology commercialization. We identify talented teams and individuals with ambitious ideas and leverage Canada’s leadership position in AI to provide them with the capital, mentorship, education and network to disrupt industries. NextAI teams have access to up to $200,000 in capital, world-renowned faculty and scientists, a network of Canada’s top business leaders and entrepreneurs, and access to cutting edge AI tools.
Encycle Corporation specializes in wireless electrical demand management and automated demand response solutions tailored for commercial and industrial facilities. The company provides wireless controllers that optimize electrical demand across various equipment, including electric vehicle chargers. Its products are applicable in a diverse range of settings such as retail spaces, offices, theaters, schools, and warehouses. Encycle's technology enables users to manage and reduce energy consumption by coordinating the operation of electrical loads like heaters, fans, and chillers. Founded in 2005 and based in Toronto, Canada, with additional locations in California and the United Kingdom, Encycle also offers its solutions through distributors in California and New York. The company has established a strategic partnership with Ayla Networks and was previously known as REGEN Energy Inc. before rebranding in 2015.
Big Viking Games is a prominent developer of free-to-play social and mobile games, focusing on HTML5 technology to deliver a seamless gaming experience across various platforms, including iOS, Android, and Facebook. Founded in 2011 by entrepreneur Albert Lai and industry veteran Greg Thomson, the company has experienced consistent growth, employing over 100 staff members in Toronto and London. Big Viking Games is recognized for its positive workplace culture, earning accolades as a top employer in Canada. The company's online gaming platform allows users to easily access and enjoy its diverse titles, catering to millions of players worldwide.
Wave is a financial management company that specializes in providing online software solutions for small businesses. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Wave offers a comprehensive suite of services including accounting, invoicing, payroll, and payment processing. With over 3 million users in more than 200 countries, Wave is dedicated to enhancing the operational efficiency of micro and small businesses by helping them manage their finances effectively. The platform enables business owners to improve cash flow and streamline financial tasks, allowing them to focus on growth and sustainability.
TouchBistro, Inc. develops iPad-based point of sale (POS) solutions tailored for restaurants, cafes, bars, food trucks, and other food and beverage venues. The company offers a variety of specialized systems, including Restaurant POS for billing and payments, Food Truck POS for mobile operations, and Coffee Shop POS for efficient order management. TouchBistro's solutions enhance operational efficiency by allowing servers to take orders directly from customers and submit them instantly to the kitchen or bar, thereby reducing errors associated with traditional order entry methods. Additionally, the company provides a range of complementary products such as TouchBistro Reservations for guest management, cloud reporting and analytics tools, and a Kitchen Display system. Founded in 2010, TouchBistro is headquartered in New York, with an additional office in Toronto, and its products are available through the Apple App Store in the United States and internationally.
Repable, Inc. is an analytics company based in Toronto, Canada, specializing in the gaming industry. Founded in 2015 by Sean Power and Heather Anne Carson, Repable offers a platform designed to provide broadcasters, teams, and enterprises with valuable insights and analytics related to gaming and streaming. The platform utilizes an independent data engine to analyze the entire esports and live game streaming ecosystem, enabling users to comprehend the financial and social repercussions of their daily interactions with fans and the public. Through its services, Repable aims to enhance understanding of the dynamics within the gaming space, ultimately assisting clients in making informed decisions.
Shoelace Technologies, Inc. provides a software solution designed for online merchants using Shopify to enhance their sales through effective retargeting campaigns. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, the company specializes in recapturing visitors who abandon websites by offering features such as product catalog synchronization, campaign proposals, and optimization solutions. Its platform includes automation tools that streamline the creation of personalized advertising campaigns, ensuring that customers receive relevant ads based on their interactions. By leveraging customer journey retargeting, Shoelace empowers fast-growing Shopify brands to engage the right customers with timely advertisements, ultimately driving increased sales.
Kira Talent is a unique admissions solution tailored for higher education, established in 2012. The company enhances the admissions process by integrating on-demand, timed video and written assessments with conventional requirements such as test scores, essays, and reference letters. Kira Talent aims to assist admission teams in identifying candidates who are likely to thrive in their programs by incorporating competency-based assessments that evaluate essential traits like leadership, communication skills, and motivation. With a global reach, Kira collaborates with over 300 programs to create applicant-focused assessments that facilitate the selection of the most suitable students.
Kepler Communications Inc. is a satellite communications company focused on establishing a telecommunications network in space to enhance connectivity for various applications. The company designs, develops, and operates Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites that provide crucial communication services, including PolarConnect for organizations in extreme environments, a Global Data Service for transferring large data files, and everywhereIOT for Internet of Things (IoT) devices. These services address the challenges of intermittent connectivity faced by non-geostationary satellites and reduce reliance on traditional ground infrastructure. Kepler’s advanced network allows for real-time access to space-borne assets, enabling industries such as maritime, natural resources, defense, and logistics to connect and share information effectively. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Kepler is actively expanding its satellite constellation, with plans for broader deployments to facilitate global communication capabilities.
Pitstop is a company based in Kitchener, Canada, founded in 2015, that specializes in developing artificial intelligence software for vehicle data monitoring and reporting. Their cloud-based Prognostic Maintenance Platform aggregates information from connected vehicles, dealerships, fleet managers, suppliers, insurance companies, and the aftermarket supply chain. By utilizing advanced algorithms, artificial intelligence, and machine learning tools, Pitstop's platform analyzes automotive data in real-time. This analysis provides insights into the increasingly complex systems of vehicles, allowing for the prediction and prioritization of potential failures and maintenance needs. As a result, fleets can significantly enhance operational efficiencies, reduce downtime, and lower costs by leveraging the wealth of information generated from their vehicle fleets.
League, Inc. is a company that develops an enterprise healthcare operating system aimed at improving employee health and lifestyle. Its core offering, the Health Benefits Experience (HBX) platform, functions as a centralized hub for various health solutions, facilitating better engagement and informed decision-making among employees regarding their healthcare. The platform includes features such as a digital wallet for managing coverage and spending accounts, as well as support services for benefits enrollment and navigation. League also provides benefits administration and advisory services, catering to clients in Canada, the United States, and Europe. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with an office in Chicago, Illinois, League has formed strategic partnerships to enhance its service offerings and foster employee wellness.
Rover Labs Inc. offers a location-based mobile marketing platform designed to assist retailers and brands in delivering targeted mobile content based on consumers' physical locations. The platform focuses on proximity marketing solutions, allowing companies to engage with customers in real-time through relevant notifications triggered by their location. It provides tools for managing geofencing and beacons, creating content, and tracking customer interactions, which helps businesses understand customer profiles and evaluate campaign performance. By enhancing mobile apps with its capabilities, Rover enables retailers to engage shoppers effectively during their in-store experiences. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an office in Toronto, Canada, Rover serves various sectors, including professional sports, retail, loyalty, and tourism.
Validere Technologies Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in providing critical information about liquids to large markets, particularly in the oil and gas sector. Founded in 2015, Validere develops portable devices such as the Validere Identifier, which assesses liquid safety by comparing samples against a comprehensive library, and EDGE Connect, which facilitates secure connections between buyers and sellers to identify arbitrage opportunities. The company's solutions enable industry participants to optimize their operational and trading decisions by delivering real-time quality intelligence and actionable testing data. This innovation allows oil and gas companies to accurately monitor product quality, streamline logistics, and enhance trading strategies, resulting in significant cost savings and increased revenue. Validere's technology supports transparency and accountability in liquid measurement, making it a valuable resource for producers and midstream organizations.
Wave is a financial management company that specializes in providing online software solutions for small businesses. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Wave offers a comprehensive suite of services including accounting, invoicing, payroll, and payment processing. With over 3 million users in more than 200 countries, Wave is dedicated to enhancing the operational efficiency of micro and small businesses by helping them manage their finances effectively. The platform enables business owners to improve cash flow and streamline financial tasks, allowing them to focus on growth and sustainability.
Hockeystick operates an online financial data platform that connects startups with potential funders. Its cloud-based system automates data collection and reporting, providing private equity funds, venture capitalists, lenders, and companies with comprehensive reports and analytics. This enables users to monitor their portfolios effectively and drive growth. By enhancing transparency and communication, Hockeystick ensures that investors are well-informed about the businesses they support, allowing them to engage more actively, whether through strategic advice or facilitating future financing rounds.
CrowdRiff is a Toronto-based company that offers a visual marketing platform specifically designed for the travel and tourism industry. Founded in 2011, the platform utilizes artificial intelligence to help marketers discover, manage, and share high-performing visual content across various marketing channels. By combining image discovery and digital asset management, CrowdRiff enables clients to enhance their community engagement through personalized interactions, turning community management into an integral part of their workflow. The platform includes features like Media Hub, which facilitates the sharing of visual content with journalists and content creators. CrowdRiff serves a diverse range of clients, including tourism boards, resorts, aquariums, and museums, helping them effectively connect with their audiences.
Influitive Corporation specializes in advocate marketing software solutions tailored for business-to-business (B2B) software and technology firms globally. Its primary product, AdvocateHub, enables companies to create advocate communities that engage customers, partners, and employees in marketing activities such as referrals, reference calls, and product reviews. This platform helps businesses harness customer enthusiasm to enhance their marketing and sales initiatives. AdvocateHub integrates with Salesforce, allowing for seamless tracking of customer engagement. Additionally, Influitive offers consulting services that include coaching and training to assist companies in implementing effective advocate marketing strategies. The AdvocateHub software is accessible through a web portal, with integration options for client websites and mobile access via the Maven app. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Influitive also has offices in Menlo Park, California, and Boston, Massachusetts.
ScarX Therapeutics Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Toronto, Canada, founded in 2012. The company focuses on discovering and developing innovative treatments for dermal scarring, also known as fibrosis. Its lead product, SCX-001, is a topical prescription cream designed to treat and prevent post-surgical scarring, utilizing nefopam, an active pharmaceutical ingredient known for its anti-scarring properties. This product aims to alleviate the physical and psychological impacts of surgical scars, addressing a significant unmet medical need as no clinically-proven prescription treatments currently exist. With over 100 million individuals in developed countries affected by surgical scarring each year, ScarX's target market is substantial, particularly within the cosmetic and reconstructive surgery sectors. The company has recently completed preclinical studies and is preparing to advance SCX-001 into Phase I/IIa clinical trials, with an estimated market potential exceeding $4 billion annually in the U.S. alone. ScarX's technology is based on over 15 years of research led by Dr. Benjamin Alman, emphasizing its commitment to improving surgical outcomes for patients worldwide.
Invixium Inc. is a manufacturer of advanced biometric solutions headquartered in Markham, Canada, with additional research and development operations in Ahmedabad, India. Established in 2012, the company offers a range of products designed to enhance security and convenience in access control. Its offerings include Ixm Mycro, which personalizes environments for home users; Ixm Touch, which prevents time theft in businesses by capturing electronic time stamp entries; IXM Titan, a multipurpose edge computing device that recognizes faces; IXM Merge, an indoor fingerprint tracking device; and Ixm Sense, tailored for industrial environments such as construction sites and hospitals. Invixium's products are designed to replace traditional access methods like keys and passwords with modern, internet-ready biometric solutions, all while ensuring durability in harsh conditions.
Wattpad Corp. is an online community platform based in Toronto, Canada, founded in 2006, that facilitates storytelling by connecting readers and writers. The platform allows users to read, write, and share stories in multiple languages, fostering collaboration through comments and multimedia interactions. With over 65 million users who collectively spend more than 20 billion minutes per month engaged in original content, Wattpad enhances the storytelling experience through its flagship app. Additionally, the company offers Tap, a product featuring short, chat-based stories, and Wattpad Studios, which co-produces stories for film, television, and print with industry partners. Wattpad Brand Solutions provides advertising products aimed at engaging Millennial and Gen Z consumers, leveraging the platform's extensive community and technological capabilities to enhance content creation and distribution.
SeamlessMD is a digital patient engagement platform focused on improving surgical outcomes and enhancing the patient experience. The company partners with healthcare providers to implement and optimize enhanced recovery protocols after surgery, utilizing design, data, and technology. Its platform enables hospitals to engage in remote patient monitoring and gather critical data, which helps in improving surgical results and minimizing readmissions. By streamlining the patient journey and providing comprehensive support, SeamlessMD aims to deliver quality surgical care while reducing costs for healthcare providers.
Xagenic Inc. is a Toronto-based molecular diagnostics company focused on developing innovative technology for decentralized and rapid diagnostic testing. The company aims to enhance patient care by enabling on-demand, near-patient molecular testing, which allows clinicians to make informed treatment decisions during the initial consultation. Xagenic's technology facilitates rapid, enzyme-free detection of nucleic acids from clinical samples, yielding results in just 20 minutes. By commercializing a simple and fully automated platform, Xagenic is positioned to revolutionize diagnostic testing by enabling it to be conducted outside of traditional clinical laboratories. The company is also working on tests for infectious diseases that provide clinically actionable results in a timely manner, thereby improving overall healthcare efficiency and reducing costs.
Influitive Corporation specializes in advocate marketing software solutions tailored for business-to-business (B2B) software and technology firms globally. Its primary product, AdvocateHub, enables companies to create advocate communities that engage customers, partners, and employees in marketing activities such as referrals, reference calls, and product reviews. This platform helps businesses harness customer enthusiasm to enhance their marketing and sales initiatives. AdvocateHub integrates with Salesforce, allowing for seamless tracking of customer engagement. Additionally, Influitive offers consulting services that include coaching and training to assist companies in implementing effective advocate marketing strategies. The AdvocateHub software is accessible through a web portal, with integration options for client websites and mobile access via the Maven app. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Influitive also has offices in Menlo Park, California, and Boston, Massachusetts.
Wave is a financial management company that specializes in providing online software solutions for small businesses. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Wave offers a comprehensive suite of services including accounting, invoicing, payroll, and payment processing. With over 3 million users in more than 200 countries, Wave is dedicated to enhancing the operational efficiency of micro and small businesses by helping them manage their finances effectively. The platform enables business owners to improve cash flow and streamline financial tasks, allowing them to focus on growth and sustainability.
GRIDCURE INC. provides advanced metering infrastructure solutions. Its solutions enable users to monitor bulk and individual power usage at finer granularity, allowing for analysis on large (grid health, energy balancing, load distribution, and peak load detection) and small (individual health detection and outage detection) scale of power data. The company specializes in grid health analysis, consumption signal processing, fraud detection, and automated communication and alert system. Its solutions also used for automated billing purposes. The company is based in Toronto, Canada.
SensorSuite Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in providing real-time building intelligence through wireless sensors for property managers across various sectors, including multi-residential, commercial, and industrial markets. The company offers a range of mobile applications, such as BoilerLink for monitoring and controlling boilers, FridgeLink for fridge monitoring and predictive maintenance, and a solution for monitoring hotel rooms. These applications utilize sensors that capture, process, and analyze data, delivering actionable insights to users via web or smartphone platforms. By enhancing operational efficiency and reducing risks, SensorSuite empowers property managers to optimize the performance of their assets and make informed decisions.
Hockeystick operates an online financial data platform that connects startups with potential funders. Its cloud-based system automates data collection and reporting, providing private equity funds, venture capitalists, lenders, and companies with comprehensive reports and analytics. This enables users to monitor their portfolios effectively and drive growth. By enhancing transparency and communication, Hockeystick ensures that investors are well-informed about the businesses they support, allowing them to engage more actively, whether through strategic advice or facilitating future financing rounds.
Kira Talent is a unique admissions solution tailored for higher education, established in 2012. The company enhances the admissions process by integrating on-demand, timed video and written assessments with conventional requirements such as test scores, essays, and reference letters. Kira Talent aims to assist admission teams in identifying candidates who are likely to thrive in their programs by incorporating competency-based assessments that evaluate essential traits like leadership, communication skills, and motivation. With a global reach, Kira collaborates with over 300 programs to create applicant-focused assessments that facilitate the selection of the most suitable students.
Interface Biologics, Inc. (IBI) is a commercial stage company that develops transformative biomedical polymer technology to improve the safety and effectiveness of medical devices. Their patent-protected technologies include anti-thrombogenic additives for blood contacting medical devices and polymer enabled combination drug delivery devices. IBI has exclusive Endexo™ technology licensing agreements with AngioDynamics for vascular access catheters and with Fresenius Medical Care for chronic dialysis systems. AngioDynamics’ BioFlo PICCS, Ports and DuraMax Dialysis Catheter with IBI’s Endexo technology have received FDA clearance and are gaining commercial traction. IBI also has a joint venture commercial agreement with Qualimed to develop a drug-coated balloon based on IBI’s Kinesyx™ technology. The company was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada at the acclaimed MaRS Innovation Centre.
Mejuri Inc. manufactures and sells fine jewelry. The company offers products in various categories, including rings, necklaces, earrings, bracelets and anklets, and engagement. It offers products through its showrooms, as well as online to customers in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company was founded in 1953 and is based in Toronto, Canada. It has showrooms in New York, New York; Toronto, Canada; and Chicago, Illinois.