Arteria AI applies artificial intelligence to the drafting, negotiation, and analysis of contracts.
Vention Inc. is a digital manufacturing platform based in Montreal, Canada, that specializes in the design and ordering of custom machines. Founded in 2016, the company offers a cloud-based solution called MachineBuilder 3D™, which allows engineers and manufacturing professionals to design, order, and assemble factory equipment quickly and efficiently. The platform features a comprehensive library of modular parts, enabling users to create automated equipment, robot cells, tooling, and conveyors. Additionally, Vention integrates artificial intelligence to facilitate the design process, allowing for the simulation and commissioning of automated systems within a single digital environment. By streamlining the machine design and ordering process, Vention makes industrial automation more accessible to a wider range of users.
Private Equity Round in 2021
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.
Spark CRM is an online platform specifically designed to power the entire process of selling and marketing real estate. Using technology to help turn leads into buyers, inventory into contracts, and information into usable metrics. Spark is a safe, secure and cost-effective solution for selling and marketing real estate. They are all about creating the perfect sales management software and helping real estate professionals sell more homes. Spark CRM aims to advance real estate software through intuitive design and forward-thinking technology; creating a solution built around the end-user, but designed for the business.
We believe the commerce should be as simple as chatting with a friend. We have built an engine that drives commerce over messaging. As our first implementation of this engine - we have chosen hotels. SnapTravel empowers customers to find and book hotel rooms over a conversational interface (SMS, Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, Alexa...). We use NLP and ML technology backed by humans to recommend hotels and deliver a delightful experience. We have driven over $100MM+ in sales exclusively over messaging. We have raised $20MM+ USD from tier-1 investors including iNovia, Telstra Ventures, Peter Kern (Chairman of the Board at Expedia) and NBA Superstar Steph Curry.
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.
B2B SaaS providing market and competitive intelligence. Helps sales, and the teams that enable them, leverage competitive intelligence to win more business. It was founded in 2015 by Jason Smith and Sarathy Naicker and is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
ProNavigator provides an AI-driven knowledge-sharing platform, used by some of the largest insurance organizations, to save time, provide superior service, and seize revenue opportunities. The platform leverages advancements in artificial intelligence and natural language understanding to instantly and automatically retrieve answers to customers' and employees' questions.
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.
Beehivr Technology Inc. is a Canadian company that specializes in developing mobile sales enablement solutions aimed at enhancing the efficiency of sales professionals and retailers. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Repentigny, Beehivr focuses on improving meeting preparation, responsiveness, and follow-up through its innovative platform. The application allows users to create custom interactive content without the need for coding, enabling sales teams to manage and update visuals and data in real-time. By automating meeting summaries and providing tools for performance measurement, Beehivr empowers clients to have greater control over their sales content, ultimately reinforcing the relationship between sales professionals and their customers.
MaxSold Incorporated operates an online auction platform that facilitates estate sales, downsizing, and business liquidations. The company specializes in handling all aspects of these sales, allowing sellers to auction off a large volume of items efficiently. MaxSold caters to those looking to declutter or sell excess inventory, as well as to organizations seeking to raise funds through charity auctions. By connecting sellers with buyers in their local areas, MaxSold provides a streamlined process for selling unique items and treasures.
Charli AI, incorporated in 2019 and based in Vancouver, Canada, offers an AI-powered mobile application designed to streamline workflow for businesses, start-ups, and knowledge workers. The platform addresses common productivity challenges such as scheduling, invoicing, and customer communications, aiming to reduce the time spent on administrative tasks. By leveraging intelligent automation, Charli helps users manage their workflows more effectively, allowing them to focus on essential work and personal pursuits. Additionally, the application enhances collaboration across teams by organizing and analyzing business content, ultimately improving efficiency and productivity. Through its innovative approach, Charli AI seeks to alleviate stress and empower users to maximize their professional contributions.
Sofdesk Inc. is a software company based in Montreal, Canada, founded in 2013. It specializes in developing sales acceleration solutions tailored for the solar installation, roofing, and insurance sectors. The company's main products include SolarGraf, designed for solar installers to facilitate lead generation and proposal management, and RoofGraf, which assists roofing companies in acquiring new business opportunities. Sofdesk's platforms aim to help small to medium-sized enterprises enhance their operational infrastructure and efficiency through project management, automation, and advanced quoting tools. By offering intuitive and user-friendly applications, Sofdesk enables businesses to streamline their processes and reduce costs across various markets.
Vendasta Technologies, Inc. operates a sales and marketing automation platform designed to assist agencies and media companies in selling digital solutions to local businesses in Canada and internationally. The platform features various tools, including a marketing automation system for prospect identification and personalized reporting, a Product Catalog for consolidating diverse digital offerings, and a Pipeline Management solution for streamlined sales processes. It also provides a Snapshot Report to enhance local businesses' online presence, a digital agency management solution, and managed services for listings management, review monitoring, and social media posting. Vendasta's offerings extend to a wholesale marketplace with reputation and listing management tools, as well as brand analytics for multi-location businesses. Founded in 2008 and based in Saskatoon, Canada, Vendasta aims to empower professionals such as marketing agencies and technology companies to improve their sales efficiency and client satisfaction through its white-label solutions and comprehensive digital services.
Strato Automation Inc. specializes in the development and manufacture of building automation systems. Established in 2010 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, the company produces a range of products designed to optimize building control and efficiency. Its offerings include zone controllers, field controllers, digital room temperature sensors, and various panel mount controllers, as well as an edge server. Strato Automation also provides software solutions for operating and managing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, along with air volume boxes. The company is committed to creating user-friendly and adaptable building control products that enhance the experience of building owners and occupants alike.
Quorum is a North American company focused on developing, marketing, implementing and supporting its XSELLERATOR product for GM, Isuzu, Chrysler, Hyundai, KIA, Nissan, Subaru, NAPA and Bumper to Bumper dealerships. XSELLERATOR is a dealership and customer management software product that automates, integrates and streamlines every process across departments in a dealership.
Beanworks Solutions Inc. specializes in providing a cloud-based accounts payable automation solution designed to streamline the invoice processing experience for companies. Founded in 2008 and based in Vancouver, Canada, Beanworks enables users to eliminate paperwork and reduce processing costs by automating key tasks such as routing invoices to the correct approvers and centralizing invoice access with customized credentials. The software features automatic data entry and SmartCode capabilities, which save time and resources, and it integrates seamlessly with various accounting software platforms. By modernizing the entire accounts payable process, from purchase decisions to electronic payment approvals, Beanworks aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of accounting teams.
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.
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.
Delco Automation is develope a respected reputation for innovative solutions to process control and integrated security systems.
Uvaro operates as a tech sales training program under Kiite Inc., which was founded in 2017 in Waterloo, Canada. The program is designed to equip students with the skills necessary to pursue or advance their careers in tech sales. Uvaro offers a unique curriculum that includes online live classes, collaborative working sessions, and optional internships, addressing common skills gaps in the industry. By focusing on practical training and real-world applications, Uvaro aims to enrich the talent pool for tech sales roles, helping sales teams capture, organize, and effectively utilize the information needed to close deals.
Uvaro operates as a tech sales training program under Kiite Inc., which was founded in 2017 in Waterloo, Canada. The program is designed to equip students with the skills necessary to pursue or advance their careers in tech sales. Uvaro offers a unique curriculum that includes online live classes, collaborative working sessions, and optional internships, addressing common skills gaps in the industry. By focusing on practical training and real-world applications, Uvaro aims to enrich the talent pool for tech sales roles, helping sales teams capture, organize, and effectively utilize the information needed to close deals.
B2B SaaS providing market and competitive intelligence. Helps sales, and the teams that enable them, leverage competitive intelligence to win more business. It was founded in 2015 by Jason Smith and Sarathy Naicker and is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
Their industry-leading document generation and Customer Communications Management (CCM) platform allows you to improve customer loyalty and drive growth by streamlining web and mobile self-service intake as well as document creation, delivery and management.
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.
Sofdesk Inc. is a software company based in Montreal, Canada, founded in 2013. It specializes in developing sales acceleration solutions tailored for the solar installation, roofing, and insurance sectors. The company's main products include SolarGraf, designed for solar installers to facilitate lead generation and proposal management, and RoofGraf, which assists roofing companies in acquiring new business opportunities. Sofdesk's platforms aim to help small to medium-sized enterprises enhance their operational infrastructure and efficiency through project management, automation, and advanced quoting tools. By offering intuitive and user-friendly applications, Sofdesk enables businesses to streamline their processes and reduce costs across various markets.
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.
Vendasta Technologies, Inc. operates a sales and marketing automation platform designed to assist agencies and media companies in selling digital solutions to local businesses in Canada and internationally. The platform features various tools, including a marketing automation system for prospect identification and personalized reporting, a Product Catalog for consolidating diverse digital offerings, and a Pipeline Management solution for streamlined sales processes. It also provides a Snapshot Report to enhance local businesses' online presence, a digital agency management solution, and managed services for listings management, review monitoring, and social media posting. Vendasta's offerings extend to a wholesale marketplace with reputation and listing management tools, as well as brand analytics for multi-location businesses. Founded in 2008 and based in Saskatoon, Canada, Vendasta aims to empower professionals such as marketing agencies and technology companies to improve their sales efficiency and client satisfaction through its white-label solutions and comprehensive digital services.
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.
Salesfloor Inc. is a technology company that offers a platform designed to enhance the shopping experience by connecting web shoppers with retail associates. The platform includes various solutions such as Salesfloor Storefront, which enables associates to create personalized versions of a retailer's e-commerce site, and Salesfloor Live Services, allowing online customers to engage with local associates through chat and personal shopping services. Additionally, it provides an associate mobile app for managing business remotely and Salesfloor Connect, which facilitates connections between website visitors and in-store associates. The company serves a diverse range of clients, including specialty stores, big box retailers, and direct sales companies. With a presence in Montreal, New York, and London, Salesfloor aims to modernize the role of store associates and improve customer engagement in sectors such as apparel, beauty, jewelry, and toys.
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.
Spark CRM is an online platform specifically designed to power the entire process of selling and marketing real estate. Using technology to help turn leads into buyers, inventory into contracts, and information into usable metrics. Spark is a safe, secure and cost-effective solution for selling and marketing real estate. They are all about creating the perfect sales management software and helping real estate professionals sell more homes. Spark CRM aims to advance real estate software through intuitive design and forward-thinking technology; creating a solution built around the end-user, but designed for the business.
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.
WhatsNexx Moments leverages the world’s leading marketing applications, consolidating campaign management across channels and locations to build intuitive and delightful customer experiences. Our suite and solutions empower marketers to collect and integrate raw customer data into profiles and segments, to design and manage sophisticated, automated campaigns, and to visualize and optimize the customer journey in real-time - all using the tools and apps you already trust to deliver the front line experiences.
Auvik’s cloud-based software simplifies and automates network monitoring and management for IT managed service providers. Auvik gives MSPs better visibility, documentation, and monitoring for their client networks, and automates many time-consuming network tasks. With Auvik, MSPs have an efficient and profitable way to manage their client networks. Visit www.auvik.com or follow @AuvikNetworks on Twitter. Auvik is a registered trademark of Auvik Networks Inc.
Auvik’s cloud-based software simplifies and automates network monitoring and management for IT managed service providers. Auvik gives MSPs better visibility, documentation, and monitoring for their client networks, and automates many time-consuming network tasks. With Auvik, MSPs have an efficient and profitable way to manage their client networks. Visit www.auvik.com or follow @AuvikNetworks on Twitter. Auvik is a registered trademark of Auvik Networks Inc.
Vendasta Technologies, Inc. operates a sales and marketing automation platform designed to assist agencies and media companies in selling digital solutions to local businesses in Canada and internationally. The platform features various tools, including a marketing automation system for prospect identification and personalized reporting, a Product Catalog for consolidating diverse digital offerings, and a Pipeline Management solution for streamlined sales processes. It also provides a Snapshot Report to enhance local businesses' online presence, a digital agency management solution, and managed services for listings management, review monitoring, and social media posting. Vendasta's offerings extend to a wholesale marketplace with reputation and listing management tools, as well as brand analytics for multi-location businesses. Founded in 2008 and based in Saskatoon, Canada, Vendasta aims to empower professionals such as marketing agencies and technology companies to improve their sales efficiency and client satisfaction through its white-label solutions and comprehensive digital services.
Canopy Labs Software Inc. offers a predictive customer analytics platform designed for small and mid-sized enterprises. Founded in 2012 and based in Toronto, Canada, the company assists businesses in analyzing data to forecast customer preferences and churn rates. The platform enables users to develop customer models, plan sales campaigns, and optimize lead lists, ultimately aiming to enhance revenue and sales growth. By providing tools for marketing strategy and audience analysis, Canopy Labs has supported numerous companies in effectively understanding and engaging with their customers. As of November 2018, Canopy Labs operates as a subsidiary of Drop Technologies Inc.
Coveo Solutions Inc. develops an intelligent enterprise search platform designed for mid-to-large size organizations across various industries. Its offerings include Coveo for Salesforce, which enhances search functionality and automated content recommendations, and Coveo for Sitecore, which facilitates personalized website search. The platform integrates data from on-premise and cloud applications, enabling employees and customers to access relevant information and expertise seamlessly. Coveo also provides solutions for customer service and customer relationship management, aiding in self-service initiatives and optimizing contact center performance. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, with research and development in Quebec City, Coveo maintains additional offices in Montreal, Amsterdam, and the United Kingdom. The company has established strategic technology partnerships with Salesforce and Sitecore and generates significant revenue from the United Kingdom, with additional income from the United States, Canada, and other regions.
Granify Inc., based in Edmonton, Canada, offers a Software-as-a-Service solution designed to help online retailers enhance their sales through advanced big data and machine learning technologies. Its platform, Granify, meticulously analyzes various aspects of a shopper's experience, including their navigation patterns and even minute mouse movements. When it detects potential objections or hesitations from shoppers, Granify automatically introduces relevant messages or stimuli aimed at addressing these concerns and ultimately securing the sale. The solution is compatible with a range of e-commerce platforms, including custom-built websites. Founded in 2011, Granify has garnered support from prominent venture capital firms in Canada and the United States, positioning itself at the forefront of the intersection between artificial intelligence and e-commerce.
Solido Design Automation Inc. specializes in providing variation analysis and design software solutions for custom integrated circuits, including systems-on-a-chip. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Saskatoon, Canada, with additional offices in California, Asia, and Europe, the company offers a range of innovative tools such as Fast PVT, Fast Monte Carlo, High-Sigma Monte Carlo, DesignSense, and Cell Optimizer. These solutions help designers in the semiconductor industry enhance design performance, improve parametric yield, and increase productivity by optimizing simulations and identifying design sensitivities. Solido's proprietary algorithms underpin its technology, making it a leader in the field of variation-aware design. In 2017, the company became a subsidiary of Siemens Product Lifecycle Management Software Inc.
WhatsNexx Moments leverages the world’s leading marketing applications, consolidating campaign management across channels and locations to build intuitive and delightful customer experiences. Our suite and solutions empower marketers to collect and integrate raw customer data into profiles and segments, to design and manage sophisticated, automated campaigns, and to visualize and optimize the customer journey in real-time - all using the tools and apps you already trust to deliver the front line experiences.
Coveo Solutions Inc. develops an intelligent enterprise search platform designed for mid-to-large size organizations across various industries. Its offerings include Coveo for Salesforce, which enhances search functionality and automated content recommendations, and Coveo for Sitecore, which facilitates personalized website search. The platform integrates data from on-premise and cloud applications, enabling employees and customers to access relevant information and expertise seamlessly. Coveo also provides solutions for customer service and customer relationship management, aiding in self-service initiatives and optimizing contact center performance. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, with research and development in Quebec City, Coveo maintains additional offices in Montreal, Amsterdam, and the United Kingdom. The company has established strategic technology partnerships with Salesforce and Sitecore and generates significant revenue from the United Kingdom, with additional income from the United States, Canada, and other regions.
Solido Design Automation Inc. specializes in providing variation analysis and design software solutions for custom integrated circuits, including systems-on-a-chip. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Saskatoon, Canada, with additional offices in California, Asia, and Europe, the company offers a range of innovative tools such as Fast PVT, Fast Monte Carlo, High-Sigma Monte Carlo, DesignSense, and Cell Optimizer. These solutions help designers in the semiconductor industry enhance design performance, improve parametric yield, and increase productivity by optimizing simulations and identifying design sensitivities. Solido's proprietary algorithms underpin its technology, making it a leader in the field of variation-aware design. In 2017, the company became a subsidiary of Siemens Product Lifecycle Management Software Inc.
Solido Design Automation Inc. specializes in providing variation analysis and design software solutions for custom integrated circuits, including systems-on-a-chip. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Saskatoon, Canada, with additional offices in California, Asia, and Europe, the company offers a range of innovative tools such as Fast PVT, Fast Monte Carlo, High-Sigma Monte Carlo, DesignSense, and Cell Optimizer. These solutions help designers in the semiconductor industry enhance design performance, improve parametric yield, and increase productivity by optimizing simulations and identifying design sensitivities. Solido's proprietary algorithms underpin its technology, making it a leader in the field of variation-aware design. In 2017, the company became a subsidiary of Siemens Product Lifecycle Management Software Inc.
Opalis Software, Inc. provides information technology (IT) process automation software products for the enterprises. The company offers Opalis Integration Server, Opalis Integration Packs, and Opalis Process Catalogs products, which orchestrate, integrate, and automate IT processes, such as incident, problem, configuration, and change management in the IT infrastructure. It also provides disaster recovery, IT consolidation, ITIL/ITSM, provisioning, run book automation, security, and virtualization solutions. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Mississauga, Canada.
Opalis Software, Inc. provides information technology (IT) process automation software products for the enterprises. The company offers Opalis Integration Server, Opalis Integration Packs, and Opalis Process Catalogs products, which orchestrate, integrate, and automate IT processes, such as incident, problem, configuration, and change management in the IT infrastructure. It also provides disaster recovery, IT consolidation, ITIL/ITSM, provisioning, run book automation, security, and virtualization solutions. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Mississauga, Canada.