Desjardins

Desjardins Group is a financial services cooperative that provides a comprehensive array of personal and business services. For individuals, it offers products such as credit and prepaid cards, personal and auto loans, insurance, and investment options. Businesses benefit from services that include financing solutions, insurance, payroll management, and international cash management. Additionally, Desjardins Securities provides a full suite of securities brokerage services, catering to both individual investors and institutional clients through various investment products and advisory services. Its venture capital division manages a range of funds, including Desjardins Venture Capital and Capital régional et coopératif Desjardins, aiming to support businesses with financial resources and expertise. Through these diverse offerings, Desjardins Group plays a significant role in the financial ecosystem, addressing the needs of both personal and commercial clients.

Marie-Claude DesRoches

Director of Credit

Christian Duceppe

VP and Co-CIO of Public Markets

Charles Martel

Investment Manager

229 past transactions

K92 Mining

Post in 2022
K92 Mining Inc. is engaged in the exploration, development, and mining of mineral deposits in Papua New Guinea, focusing primarily on the Kainantu Gold Mine. This property, covering approximately 410 square kilometers in the Eastern Highlands province, was previously mined by Highlands Pacific and Barrick Gold between 2006 and 2009. K92 Mining aims to advance the Kainantu project towards production while expanding known mineralization areas and exploring high-priority targets. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, and is led by a team of industry professionals with extensive expertise in mining, production startups, and mineral exploration. K92 Mining produces gold, copper, and silver, contributing to the region's mining landscape.

Potloc

Series B in 2022
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.

Artis REIT

Post in 2022
Artis is a diversified Canadian real estate investment trust investing in industrial and office properties in Canada and the United States. Since 2004, Artis has executed an aggressive but disciplined growth strategy, building a portfolio of commercial properties in select markets in Canada and the United States. As of September 30, 2020, Artis' commercial property comprises approximately 23.8 million square feet of leasable area.

Superior Plus

Post in 2022
Superior Plus Corp. is a Canadian company engaged in the energy distribution and specialty chemicals sectors, with operations in Canada, the United States, and Chile. The company operates through three primary segments: U.S. Propane, Canadian Propane, and Wholesale Propane, with the majority of its revenue derived from the U.S. Propane segment, which distributes propane gas and liquid fuels across the Eastern U.S., Midwest, and California. The Canadian Propane segment focuses on retail operations throughout Canada. In addition, Superior Plus supplies specialty chemicals, including sodium chlorate for the pulp and paper industries, as well as potassium and chlor-alkali products. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Toronto, Superior Plus aims to deliver long-term stable dividends and premium returns to its shareholders through value-based growth in its core assets.

GoGold Resources

Post in 2022
GoGold Resources Inc. is a Canadian mineral resource company focused on the exploration, development, and production of gold and silver, primarily in Mexico. The company is actively developing the Parral Tailings project, which spans 141 hectares in Chihuahua, Mexico, and is currently in the construction phase of a heap leach facility to process the tailings. Additionally, GoGold holds an option to acquire full concessions for the Los Ricos project, which encompasses approximately 22,000 hectares across 42 concessions in Jalisco State, Mexico. Headquartered in Halifax, Canada, GoGold is committed to advancing its mineral projects in the region.

WALO

Seed Round in 2022
WALO is on a mission to ensure the financial well-being of future generations. The WALO app teaches young people the value of money while providing parents with a simple tool to turn allowances into practical money lessons.

LeddarTech

Debt Financing in 2022
LeddarTech Inc. is a developer of advanced detection and ranging systems utilizing time-of-flight measurement technology with infrared LEDs. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Quebec City, Canada, the company offers a range of products, including smart sensor modules for various applications, such as traffic management and industrial use. LeddarTech specializes in environmental sensing platforms, particularly for autonomous vehicles and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), enabling customers to address key sensing and perception challenges. Its LeddarVision™ sensor-fusion platform and the LeddarEngine™ for LiDAR development support automotive system integrators in creating comprehensive sensing solutions applicable across multiple mobility sectors, including autonomous shuttles and delivery vehicles. The company holds numerous patents that contribute to innovations in automotive sensing technologies. LeddarTech also provides interconnected sensor solutions for urban infrastructure, public safety, navigation, and agriculture, and sells its products online.

RenoRun

Series B in 2022
RenoRun is building the world's largest single source platform for general contractors to purchase materials. Their mobile-friendly platform is a one-stop-shop when it comes to construction material supply. This app is revolutionizing the construction industry by maximizing productivity, saving contractors wasted run-around hours, and allowing their clients to leave their competition in the dust. Their trained runners will collect and deliver the desired materials to the job site. RenoRun was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with offices in Toronto and Austin, Texas.

MEDIAVORE interactive

Seed Round in 2021
Mediavore Interactif Inc., a web agency, develops websites, e-commerce sites, web applications, and management tools. It undertakes projects that focus on clean design, intuitive customer experience (UX), and innovative management tools to improve the performance of businesses. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Laval, Canada.

BrainBox AI

Series A in 2021
BrainBox AI Inc. designs and develops an artificial intelligence (AI) based automapping tool that maps building HVAC control points. The company amalgamates and analyzes generated data to produce predictive maintenance modules that provide building operators with fault detection diagnostics. BrainBox AI Inc. was founded in 2017 and is based in Montreal, Canada.

Optina Diagnostics

Series A in 2021
Optina Diagnostics Inc. develops a technology for the early detection of Alzheimer’s disease through hyperspectral imaging of the eye. Its Optina Diagnostic retinal imaging test serves the healthcare industry. The company was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Montréal, Canada.

Pathway Medical

Seed Round in 2021
Pathway is a health tech company working on helping clinicians and patients access important medical information more effectively throughout the care journey. We leverage AI and big data to create a medical knowledge graph and software solutions that drive evidence-based medicine into clinical practice.

Homee

Series B in 2021
Homee, Inc. provides a mobile application that connects enterprises, customers, and service providers in a home service transaction. Its technology platform allows users to find and hire handyman, plumbers, electricians, HVAC service providers, and others. The company serves homeowners, renters, and property managers. Homee, Inc. was founded in 2017 and is based in Tampa, Florida.

Angel Host

Seed Round in 2021
Angel Host is a data-driven, tech-enabled rental-maximization company. Angel Host creates and integrates advanced tech solutions and proprietary revenue algorithms coupled with a genuine human connection to deliver outstanding results.

Kraken Robotics

Post in 2021
Kraken Robotics is a marine technology company engaged in the design, development, and marketing of advanced sonar and acoustic velocity sensors for Unmanned Underwater Vehicles used in military and commercial applications. Over the last two years, the company has earned a reputation as world leaders in Synthetic Aperture Sonar - a revolutionary underwater imaging technology that dramatically improves seabed surveys by providing ultra-high resolution imagery at superior coverage rates. Kraken’s series of SAS products called AquaPix® leverages nearly two decades of R&D conducted by NATO’s Undersea Research Centre and millions of dollars in funding support from NATO government sponsors. AquaPix® offers comparable performance to existing high-end military systems at less than 20% of the cost. Kraken is currently engaged in various stages of technology validation and teaming agreements with leading laboratories and strategic industry partners including Defence Research and Development Canada, U.S. Navy’s Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA); the UK Ministry of Defence; Northrop Grumman; ECA Robotics and others. Kraken is located in beautiful, Conception Bay South, Newfoundland.

Axya

Seed Round in 2021
Axya, formerly known as GRAD4 Inc., is a Montreal-based company that has developed an artificial intelligence platform aimed at automating industrial operations. The platform offers a software as a service (SaaS) solution that connects small and medium-sized manufacturing shop owners with suppliers, streamlining the subcontracting process for computer numerical control (CNC) machining, sheet metal, and parts manufacturing. Additionally, Axya provides contract management, quotation receipt, tender approval, and data analysis services, all designed to enhance efficiency in the manufacturing sector. Established in 2019, the company's marketplace standardizes and centralizes the subcontracting process, making it easier for users to access necessary services and materials.

My Intelligent Machines

Seed Round in 2021
MIMs, a Montreal-based SAAS company was founded in June 2016 by Sarah Jenna (CEO), Mickaël Camus (CTO) and Abdoulaye Baniré Diallo (CSO). MIMs mission is to provide Biopharma and Agtech companies with AI-powered systems biology software for population stratification, target and biomarker discovery to help them develop a more efficient and personalized medicine and agriculture.

Deeplite

Seed Round in 2021
Deeplite is a Montreal-based company specializing in AI-driven optimization software for deep learning applications. Its flagship product, Neutrino, utilizes a proprietary design space exploration approach to automatically optimize deep neural networks (DNNs), making them smaller, faster, and more energy-efficient. This technology addresses common challenges faced by deep learning models, such as their large size, slow processing speeds, and high energy consumption, which can hinder deployment on compact hardware. Deeplite's solutions cater to various sectors, including automotive, smartphones, smart cameras, and IoT devices, enabling the efficient integration of AI technologies in everyday applications. By focusing on scalability and performance, Deeplite aims to make advanced AI accessible and practical for a wide range of users.

Brim Financial

Series B in 2021
Brim Financial Inc. issues non-banking credit cards. The company offers reward cards, credit cards, and travel cards to customers. The company was formerly known as KREDITShare Inc. and changed its name to Brim Financial Inc. in September, 2017. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Toronto, Canada.

Heyday AI

Seed Round in 2021
Heyday Technologies Inc. specializes in developing a conversational artificial intelligence and messaging application tailored for e-commerce and retail brands. Founded in 2017 and based in Montreal, Canada, the company offers a product that facilitates seamless communication between sales and support teams and their AI assistant. Heyday’s application connects with customers, managing chat interactions to enhance the overall customer experience. By leveraging Conversational AI, Heyday enables retailers to provide instant, personalized service at scale, transforming how businesses engage with their clientele. The company's solutions are particularly beneficial for industries such as sporting goods, cosmetics, and furniture, where delivering a VIP experience to every customer is a priority.

WeCook Meals

Series B in 2021
WeCook Meals produces and delivers home cooked fast food. Its online sales platform allows users to select from a range of meals, meats, and snacks; choose delivery location; and receive order. WeCook Meals was formerly known as Nutrition Fit Plus and changed its name to WeCook Meals. The company was incorporated in 2010 and is based in Dorval, Canada.

Qohash

Series A in 2021
Qohash Inc. is a Canadian company based in Quebec City, established in 2018, that specializes in data security solutions. Its primary offering, the Qostodian platform, focuses on data discovery, classification, and integrity assurance, enabling organizations to monitor and protect their critical data effectively. The platform is designed to serve various professionals, including chief information officers, chief information security officers, system administrators, auditors, risk advisors, and security analysts, providing them with the tools needed for comprehensive data management and security. Through its modern approach to data security, Qohash aims to enhance the protection of valuable business processes and sensitive information across enterprises.

Microbrasserie Le Bockale

Venture Round in 2020
Microbrasserie Le Bockale produces and sells non-alcoholic microbrewery beers. It offers flavored beers without alcohol. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is based in Drummondville, Canada.

nomad

Post in 2020
Nomad is a Japan-based company specializing in the management of shared office spaces. In addition to offering flexible work environments, Nomad also focuses on investment and support for start-up companies, helping them navigate the early stages of business development. By creating collaborative workspaces, Nomad fosters a community that encourages innovation and networking among entrepreneurs. The company's commitment to providing both physical infrastructure and business support positions it as a key player in the evolving landscape of modern work solutions in Japan.

DMB Distribution Alimentaire

Venture Round in 2020
DMB Distribution Alimentaire specializes in the distribution of perishable goods to supermarkets and large grocery stores in Québec. The company operates a substantial fleet of trucks that facilitates efficient deliveries, ensuring timely access to essential products. In addition to its transportation services, DMB Distribution Alimentaire provides warehousing solutions at its own facilities, allowing clients to benefit from secure and cost-effective storage options. This comprehensive approach supports the logistical needs of its customers, enhancing the overall supply chain for food distribution in the region.
Fronsac Real Estate Investment Trust (the Trust) is a Canada-based open-ended real estate investment trust. The Trust owns and rents commercial real estate properties. The Trust's segments include Major canadian oil and gas company, International fast-food company, International convenience store company, and Others. The Trust operates in the commercial real estate market. The Trust holds approximately 20 investment properties, which are located in the province of Quebec and the province of Ontario. The Trust's properties are occupied by tenants, including fast food chains, oil/gas companies, and convenience store chains. The Trust's properties include Les Coteaux, Rivieres-du-Loup, Saint-Jean-sur-le-Richelieu, Trois-Rivieres, Val-David, Cap-de-la-Madeleine, Louiseville, Levis, Cornwall, 1901 Raymond Blais, 2000 Leonard de Vinci, 2050 Leonard de Vinci, 2051 Nobel and 4200 Bernard-Pilon.

Local Logic

Series A in 2020
Local Logic focuses on collecting, cleaning, and combining data to help travelers, home buyers, and consumers make better, more informed decisions when it comes to location. Co-founded in 2014 by urban planners turned data scientists, Local Logic™ focuses on collecting, cleaning, and combining data to help travellers, home buyers, and consumers make better, more informed decisions when it comes to location. Location in a city determines your experience. The location of your hotel determines what you can do on your vacation. The location of your restaurant determines the ambiance of your night out. And the location of your home determines how you will commute every single day. They want to enable people to harness the power of location to live great experiences.

Conformit

Venture Round in 2020
CONFORMiT is a complete business solution that allows companies to reduce their risk of accidents for nearly 30 years. Operating in all corners of the world, CONFORMiT is a global and centralized management software that provides companies with compliance with applicable standards and laws (OSHA, OHSAS, ANSI, CSA) and t an increase in their productivity.

Versaprofiles Products

Venture Round in 2020
Versaprofiles Products manufactures a variety of PVC and polyethylene pipes and tubing for the liquids, solids and gas transportation markets, geothermal and maple products industries, as well as specialized engineered custom shapes for a wide range of customers. With over 50 years of experience in thermoplastic extrusion, the company is currently the largest supplier of geothermal loops in Canada and for the natural gas distribution sector. During peak periods, the company has a headcount of close to 140 at its two sites in Saint-Lazare-de-Bellechasse and Sainte-Claire.

Breathe Life

Series A in 2020
Breathe Life Inc. designs and develops a software platform for insurance companies and assists them in conducting business online. The company's platform uses tools and analytics for the digital distribution of life insurance policies and eliminates the requirement of brokers. It also features a single-session quote creation and application process which enables consumers to purchase products on their own. It caters to life and health insurers, distribution organizations, and advisors. The company was incorporated in 2017 and is based in Montreal, Canada.

DuProprio

Acquisition in 2020
DuProprio is a online fixed-fee agency. ComFree/DuProprio Network ("CFDP"), a leader in connecting home sellers and buyers in Canada

Purplebricks.ca

Acquisition in 2020
Purplebricks is a full-service real estate brokerage providing Canadian home sellers and buyers with the best REALTOR® expertise and customer service, supported by cutting-edge technology. Sellers save tens of thousands of dollars using our fixed fee service, rather than paying a commission based on the value of their home, and home buyers receive thousands in cash back.

Café Cambio, coopérative de travail

Product Crowdfunding in 2020
Café Cambio cooperative de travail is an environmentally responsible company that includes a micro roastery, a restaurant and a live entertainment venue. Café Cambio promotes and markets fair and environmentally friendly regional products and healthy meals, while hosting a space for civic and cultural exchange. Founded in 2005, this Chicoutimi company employs about 20 people.

PreVu3D

Seed Round in 2020
PreVu3D inc develops cloud-based interactive 3D visualization and modelling software. The company’s software enables users to create, edit, and collaborate on 3D replicas of real-life environments. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Montreal, Canada.
Latéral Innovations Inc. specializes in the development and implementation of RFID solutions for waste materials management. Established in 2008 and based in Québec, Canada, the company designs and manufactures software for the collection of residential and industrial solid waste. By utilizing Radio Frequency Identification technology, Latéral Innovations installs transponders on waste bins to collect data that enhances the efficiency of waste collection, treatment, and management. This innovative approach aims to optimize operations while reducing environmental impact, reflecting the company's commitment to environmental protection.

Dose Juice

Venture Round in 2020
Founded in 2013, Dose Juices creates and markets cold pressed juices, organic smoothies and nut milks distributed in leading supermarket chains in Québec and Ontario. The company’s products are also available online. Headquartered in Saint-Hyacinthe, Dose has about 30 employees.

Kraken Laboratories

Seed Round in 2020
Founded in 2020, Kraken Laboratory is an artificial intelligence firm that develops innovative products and formulates tailored solutions to challenges facing businesses and their clients. With a workforce of about 20 at the start of the year, the Brossard-based business has been continuously hiring new talent ever since.

Deeplite

Seed Round in 2020
Deeplite is a Montreal-based company specializing in AI-driven optimization software for deep learning applications. Its flagship product, Neutrino, utilizes a proprietary design space exploration approach to automatically optimize deep neural networks (DNNs), making them smaller, faster, and more energy-efficient. This technology addresses common challenges faced by deep learning models, such as their large size, slow processing speeds, and high energy consumption, which can hinder deployment on compact hardware. Deeplite's solutions cater to various sectors, including automotive, smartphones, smart cameras, and IoT devices, enabling the efficient integration of AI technologies in everyday applications. By focusing on scalability and performance, Deeplite aims to make advanced AI accessible and practical for a wide range of users.

HALEO Clinic

Seed Round in 2020
HALEO Preventive Health Solutions Inc. develops tele-psychotherapy software and mobile application that offers healthcare programs for sleep and mental disorders. It offers guidance for treatment of sleep disorders and insomnia therapy through video conferencing with doctors, therapists, and experts. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Montréal, Canada.

BrainBox AI

Series A in 2020
BrainBox AI Inc. designs and develops an artificial intelligence (AI) based automapping tool that maps building HVAC control points. The company amalgamates and analyzes generated data to produce predictive maintenance modules that provide building operators with fault detection diagnostics. BrainBox AI Inc. was founded in 2017 and is based in Montreal, Canada.
A global leader of innovative solutions for portable and stationary grain handling, storage.

Garage Gilmyr inc

Venture Round in 2020
Founded in 1993, Garage Gilmyr specializes in full truckload (TL) and less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, roadside assistance, and maintenance and repair of heavy vehicle and trailer fleets. Garage Gilmyr also offers transport, storage and handling logistics services. Headquartered in Montmagny, the business employs close to 320 across its locations.

Stornoway Diamonds

Post in 2020
Stornoway Diamond Corporation is a Canadian company focused on the mining, acquisition, and exploration of diamond properties. Established in 1986 and headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec, its principal asset is the Renard mine, located in north-central Quebec. This project, which is currently under construction, is set to become the first diamond mine in the province. Stornoway aims to leverage its world-class asset in a favorable mining jurisdiction to drive growth and contribute to the diamond industry.

Bestar

Venture Round in 2020
Bestar is designing and manufacturing ready-to-assemble (RTA) furniture.

Lexop

Seed Round in 2020
Lexop Solutions Inc. develops a software that automates account collection and legal communication. It offers an email technology that enables account collection teams to monitor and optimize customer outreach, payment experience, and collection rates. The company enables property managers and landowners to send notices to their tenants; manage communication with tenants; and schedule admin tasks. Lexop Solutions Inc. allows law firms to serve and share legal documents electronically. It also enable users to request, collect, and sort documents online. In addition, it offers e-signature solution to law firms. Lexop Solutions Inc. was incorporated in 2012 and is based in Montreal, Canada.
Fronsac Real Estate Investment Trust (the Trust) is a Canada-based open-ended real estate investment trust. The Trust owns and rents commercial real estate properties. The Trust's segments include Major canadian oil and gas company, International fast-food company, International convenience store company, and Others. The Trust operates in the commercial real estate market. The Trust holds approximately 20 investment properties, which are located in the province of Quebec and the province of Ontario. The Trust's properties are occupied by tenants, including fast food chains, oil/gas companies, and convenience store chains. The Trust's properties include Les Coteaux, Rivieres-du-Loup, Saint-Jean-sur-le-Richelieu, Trois-Rivieres, Val-David, Cap-de-la-Madeleine, Louiseville, Levis, Cornwall, 1901 Raymond Blais, 2000 Leonard de Vinci, 2050 Leonard de Vinci, 2051 Nobel and 4200 Bernard-Pilon.

WeCook Meals

Venture Round in 2020
WeCook Meals produces and delivers home cooked fast food. Its online sales platform allows users to select from a range of meals, meats, and snacks; choose delivery location; and receive order. WeCook Meals was formerly known as Nutrition Fit Plus and changed its name to WeCook Meals. The company was incorporated in 2010 and is based in Dorval, Canada.

Domaine Élie-Raphaël inc

Seed Round in 2020
Domaine Élie-Raphaël is an intermediate resource residence for seniors who are not fully independent. This 30-room seniors’ residence caters to individuals with a cognitive disability or a predominantly physical problem. Domaine Élie‑Raphaël offers a safe environment better suited to the specific conditions of its residents. Some fifteen employees work in this residence built in 2018.

FjordAl Aluminum Inc

Venture Round in 2020
FjordAl Aluminium inc. produces premium quality aluminum rods for mechanical, welding, electrical and other applications, mainly in the metallurgical sector. Founded in 2017, FjordAl has about 20 employees at its Saguenay plant.

La Voie Maltée

Venture Round in 2020
La Voie Maltée is a microbrewery based in Jonquière, Canada, with additional locations in Chicoutimi and Quebec. Founded in 2002, the establishment specializes in a diverse range of craft beers, including several signature brews such as the Bra, Graincheuse, Criminal, and Polissonne, along with innovative fruit-infused options. In addition to its beer offerings, La Voie Maltée operates a restaurant that features a menu with starters, main dishes, and desserts, prepared in an open kitchen format. The Chicoutimi location, which opened in September 2017, includes a reception room with seating for 70, designed to accommodate both casual dining and special events. The microbrewery aims to provide a unique dining experience that highlights beer cuisine, making it a popular destination for beer enthusiasts and diners alike.
Founded in 2019, as a continuation of Plan Unique inc., Collaboration Québec, Coop de Solidarité en Ingénierie et Construction provides professional services in maintenance and engineering, plan and specification design and review, construction project supervision and management, as a general contractor. Specializing in sustainable development, the Sorel-Tracy-based business employs six full-time employees, and up to 15 part-time employees depending on project volume.
Crombie REIT is one of Canada's leading real estate investment trusts. We believe in building high-quality, sustainable real estate that enhances local communities for the long term. We invest in welcoming, convenient properties where people want to live, work, shop and play. With more than 280 properties nation-wide, we’re proud of how we’re helping shape Canada.

Journal de Lévis

Venture Round in 2019
Founded in 2001, coopérative de solidarité Journal de Lévis has more than 500 members. The cooperative publishes a weekly newspaper for the city of Lévis, as well as for the municipalities of Beaumont, St-Michel, St-Anselme, St-Henri and St-Lambert with about 70,000 copies distributed for free.

Groupe Canva

Venture Round in 2019
Canva Group is a dynamic holding company in the identification and visual communications field with 9 complementary companies acquired over the last 15 years. Operating with 3 different autonomous business units under the names of Idenco Canada (Boucherville), Decalcomanie Artistic (Montreal) and Mirazed in (St-Hubert), the 200-employee company serves more than 4,000 customers with its complementary serigraphy and digital printing services. Their goal is to create the best customer experience.

Groupe SJM inc

Venture Round in 2019
Founded in 1978, SJM Group is a consortium of well-established Québec manufacturers specializing in such areas as the production of commercial equipment and heavy-duty storage systems (display shelving, industrial storage, etc.): Étalex inc. — Food industry and retail chain specialist Équipement Boni Inc. — Hardware store and drugstore specialist Produits de Fil et Métal Forma Fil inc. — manufacturer of wire mesh decking and heavy-duty storage system accessories.

Moka

Series A in 2019
Moka Financial Technologies Inc. is a Canadian company that operates a financial application designed to help users save and invest more effectively. Founded in 2015 and based in Montreal, Moka provides a unique service that automatically rounds up users' everyday purchases and invests the spare change, enabling individuals to start investing without requiring substantial financial knowledge or lifestyle changes. Since its launch in 2017, the app has gained significant popularity, with over 750,000 downloads and numerous positive reviews. In 2020, the company rebranded from Mylo to Moka and expanded its reach to France. Moka aims to enhance its offerings by leveraging artificial intelligence and human expertise to develop new features that assist users in managing expenses, accelerating debt repayment, and providing financial coaching, thereby empowering individuals to optimize their financial well-being.

La Coop fédérée

Venture Round in 2019
La Coop fédérée is an agri-food federation of cooperatives that represent agricultural producers and consumers. It represents more than 60,000 members grouped into close to 70 cooperatives in multiple Canadian provinces. La Coop fédérée employs more than 13,000 employees and has a revenue of $6.3 billion. Its activities are divided into three divisions: Olymel S.E.C (under the Olymel, Flamingo and Lafleur banners, the Agri-business division (under the La Coop, Élite, Agrocentre, Agrico and Agromart banners), and the BMR Group (under the BMR, Unimat and Potvin & Bouchard banners). La Coop fédérée was founded on 1922 and is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec in Canada.
A global leader of innovative solutions for portable and stationary grain handling, storage.

Élite Management SST

Venture Round in 2019
Élite Management SST helps customers and their subcontractors optimize their occupational health and safety due diligence while generating productivity gains. Founded in 2014, the company achieves this goal with its certification and project management solution, which has been tried and tested on construction, maintenance and repair projects, from construction sites to industry and within organizations. Elite Management and its sister company, Action SST, presently employ about ten people.

Sofdesk

Series B in 2019
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.

Voilà! Technologies

Seed Round in 2019
Voilà! Technologies is a workforce optimization software startup that focuses on automating various aspects of schedule management. The company provides tools that streamline personnel replacements and facilitate payroll preparation, all while helping businesses stay within their workforce budgets. By automating recall lists, Voilà! Technologies aims to enhance employee retention and improve overall operational efficiency for organizations.

My Intelligent Machines

Seed Round in 2019
MIMs, a Montreal-based SAAS company was founded in June 2016 by Sarah Jenna (CEO), Mickaël Camus (CTO) and Abdoulaye Baniré Diallo (CSO). MIMs mission is to provide Biopharma and Agtech companies with AI-powered systems biology software for population stratification, target and biomarker discovery to help them develop a more efficient and personalized medicine and agriculture.
A unique player in the lumber industry, Horisol is an adapted company specialised in wood planing, primarily for the production of fence boards according to their clients’ specifications. Founded on the cooperative business model in 1987 in St-Jean-Port-Joli, Horisol is proud to offer quality products and services while maintaining its social vocation and following sustainable development principles.

Congèlerie l'Héritier

Debt Financing in 2019
Established in 2018, Congèlerie l’Héritier packages and processes a diverse variety of fruit, mainly blueberries and frozen vegetables. The Normandin company is a regroupment of several agricultural producers and cooperatives. They employ around thirty workers.

Congèlerie l'Héritier

Venture Round in 2019
Established in 2018, Congèlerie l’Héritier packages and processes a diverse variety of fruit, mainly blueberries and frozen vegetables. The Normandin company is a regroupment of several agricultural producers and cooperatives. They employ around thirty workers.

Pit Caribou

Venture Round in 2019
Founded in 2007, the mission of the Pit Caribou microbrewery is to craft quality beers by tapping into the resources of the Gaspé region. They are located in L'Anse à Beaufils, a fishing harbour in the town of Percé on the Gaspé Peninsula, and operate pubs in Percé and Montreal. In addition to their production facilities, they have a shop for stocking up on their bottled products and a patio for enjoying their beers by the sea. The company currently has 37 employees.

InterRent REIT

Post in 2019
InterRent REIT is a real estate investment trust focused on enhancing Unitholder value through the acquisition and ownership of multi-residential properties across Canada. The organization aims to expand its portfolio in markets with stable vacancies and sufficient available units to facilitate effective management. InterRent's primary goals include providing Unitholders with stable and growing cash distributions from a diversified property portfolio, enhancing asset value through active management, and increasing distributable income via strategic acquisitions. Revenue is generated from rental income as well as ancillary services such as parking and laundry. The company emphasizes a conservative payout ratio to maintain a healthy balance sheet while pursuing growth.

Neomed Institute

Venture Round in 2019
NEOMED is a not-for-profit organization pioneering a new approach to drug development as a public-private partnership with government and biopharmaceutical companies. NEOMED is a response to the changing pharma R&D business model: in view of the considerable gap between basic research and later-stage drug development, we seek to create a bridge. We provide expertise and funding for academic labs and early biotechs, assisting them in bringing emerging therapeutic approaches to the stage of human proof of concept; at which point these de-risked projects will have gained significant value for NEOMED’s downstream partners.

Potloc

Series A in 2019
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.

Heyday AI

Seed Round in 2019
Heyday Technologies Inc. specializes in developing a conversational artificial intelligence and messaging application tailored for e-commerce and retail brands. Founded in 2017 and based in Montreal, Canada, the company offers a product that facilitates seamless communication between sales and support teams and their AI assistant. Heyday’s application connects with customers, managing chat interactions to enhance the overall customer experience. By leveraging Conversational AI, Heyday enables retailers to provide instant, personalized service at scale, transforming how businesses engage with their clientele. The company's solutions are particularly beneficial for industries such as sporting goods, cosmetics, and furniture, where delivering a VIP experience to every customer is a priority.

Fruit d'Or

Venture Round in 2019
Fruit d'Or Inc. is a prominent Canadian producer and processor of organic cranberries and wild blueberries, established in 1999. The company specializes in a variety of products, including fresh, dried, and frozen fruits, as well as fruit juices and concentrates. With its operations centered in four facilities, primarily located in Villeroy and Plessisville, Fruit d'Or employs over 250 individuals. The company serves various markets, including food, nutraceuticals, cosmetics, and retail, offering both organic and conventional ingredients. Through its commitment to quality and sustainability, Fruit d'Or aims to provide fresh products while upholding environmental and social values.

Qohash

Seed Round in 2019
Qohash Inc. is a Canadian company based in Quebec City, established in 2018, that specializes in data security solutions. Its primary offering, the Qostodian platform, focuses on data discovery, classification, and integrity assurance, enabling organizations to monitor and protect their critical data effectively. The platform is designed to serve various professionals, including chief information officers, chief information security officers, system administrators, auditors, risk advisors, and security analysts, providing them with the tools needed for comprehensive data management and security. Through its modern approach to data security, Qohash aims to enhance the protection of valuable business processes and sensitive information across enterprises.

Emovi

Series C in 2019
Emovi is dedicated to providing the highest quality, most technologically advanced products for knee joint assessment to restore patient quality of life. they are a company of knowledgeable, dedicated team members committed to innovation in healthcare.

Osblock inc

Venture Round in 2019
Founded in 2016, Osblock offers an innovative and revolutionary construction concept by manufacturing ready-to-install insulated structural walls. Ease of installation and eco-friendly build are key advantages of this original material for LEED-dedicated construction. The Sainte-Monique company has some 15 employees.

Entosystem

Venture Round in 2019
Entosystem is a Canadian company based in Sherbrooke that specializes in producing entomological proteins and flour derived from insects. Founded in 2016, the company uses innovative insect farming technologies to convert food waste, particularly grocery waste, into high-value insect protein products. These products, which include dried and live larvae, are aimed primarily at the animal nutrition market. Entosystem's ecologically responsible approach positions it as a key player in the circular agriculture economy, emphasizing sustainability and the recuperation of nutritional value from waste. The company currently employs a small team of six people.

Signalisation Prosign Québec inc

Venture Round in 2019
Specializing in road signage, Signalisations Prosign Québec inc. aims to ensure maximum safety on Québec’s road network. The company also manages traffic on road construction sites and offers a “signalling equipment rental” option to its clients. Founded in 2016, Signalisations Prosign Québec is based in Gatineau and has some 20 employees.

XCCommerce

Seed Round in 2019
XCCommerce Inc. develops web based software solutions for the retail industry. The company offers a cross channel promotion and coupon management suite of products, Promotion Solution Suite, which provides promotion execution, continuity, management, and coupon module browser based applications. The company also allows the users to create, manage, and track coupons at e-commerce sites, kiosks, and point-of-sale (POS) devices. In addition, the company provides support and implementation services. The company was incorporated in 2010 and is headquartered in Montreal, Canada.

Nature ALU

Venture Round in 2019
Founded in 2016, Nature ALU produces state-of-the-art, high-quality purified aluminum, primarily for the chemical and aerospace industries. Based in Chicoutimi, the company employs about 20 people

Propulsa Innovations inc

Venture Round in 2019
Founded in Chicoutimi in 2016, Propulsa Innovations inc. is developing a unique self-cleaning filter system, Epura, for controlling air pressure in operator cabins and combustion engines. This patented, eco-friendly system eliminates the need to replace filters, while improving the performance of current filtration systems.

Inno-3B

Seed Round in 2018
Inno-3B Inc. specializes in developing innovative artificial intelligence software and automated vertical farming systems designed to address environmental challenges in agriculture. Founded in 2014 and based in Saint-Pacôme, Canada, the company offers a range of products, including the Yield Factory, which features environmental control chambers for plant and insect production, a patented lighting system, and built-in pest control. Inno-3B's fully automated and scalable growing systems cater to a variety of sectors, including food production, pharmaceuticals, and research, allowing users—from small-scale growers to large multinational producers—to cultivate organic produce, berries, and herbs locally. The company aims to provide cost-effective and eco-friendly solutions while supporting users in managing their growing processes effectively.

Texelis

Venture Round in 2018
TEXELIS SAS designs, develops, manufactures, and sales high-performance axles and power transmission systems for use in heavy-duty vehicles. The company offers rigid axles and independent suspension axles for use in trucks, buses, and specialty vehicles; driven and non-driven axles for use in metros, tramways, and tram-trains; other components, such as reducers, drop boxes, and transfer cases; and mechanical, cylindrical, and prismatic parts. It serves customers in public transportation, defense vehicle, rescue vehicle, and construction equipment markets worldwide. The company was founded in 1939 and is based in Limoges, France.

LeddarTech

Debt Financing in 2018
LeddarTech Inc. is a developer of advanced detection and ranging systems utilizing time-of-flight measurement technology with infrared LEDs. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Quebec City, Canada, the company offers a range of products, including smart sensor modules for various applications, such as traffic management and industrial use. LeddarTech specializes in environmental sensing platforms, particularly for autonomous vehicles and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), enabling customers to address key sensing and perception challenges. Its LeddarVision™ sensor-fusion platform and the LeddarEngine™ for LiDAR development support automotive system integrators in creating comprehensive sensing solutions applicable across multiple mobility sectors, including autonomous shuttles and delivery vehicles. The company holds numerous patents that contribute to innovations in automotive sensing technologies. LeddarTech also provides interconnected sensor solutions for urban infrastructure, public safety, navigation, and agriculture, and sells its products online.

Laserax

Venture Round in 2018
Laserax Inc. manufactures and delivers laser systems for industrial applications. It offers laser marking, cutting, and welding systems; and laser process development, laser safety, and on-site support services. The company also specializes in the manufacture of custom laser solutions. Its products are used in various applications, such as laser marking and traceability, laser marking by materials, marking label type, laser cutting, laser welding, and laser cleaning. The company serves aluminum, steel, die casting, extrusion, manufacturing, and converting industries. Laserax Inc. was founded in 2010 and is based in Québec, Canada.

Optina Diagnostics

Seed Round in 2018
Optina Diagnostics Inc. develops a technology for the early detection of Alzheimer’s disease through hyperspectral imaging of the eye. Its Optina Diagnostic retinal imaging test serves the healthcare industry. The company was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Montréal, Canada.
Kintavar Exploration Inc. is a natural resource corporation focused on the acquisition, exploration, and development of gold and base metal mineral properties in Canada, particularly in Quebec. The company's flagship project is the Mitchi copper property, which spans approximately 30,000 hectares in the Grenville geological province. Kintavar also holds the Anik gold property, covering 6,700 hectares in southeast Chapais, and the Riviere à l’aigle project, comprising 161 claims over 9,026 hectares in the Chapais-Chibougamau region. The company aims to identify and develop underexplored properties in both traditional and non-traditional geologically favorable environments, with a strategic focus on the Abitibi gold district and the Grenville geological province. Kintavar Exploration is based in Boucherville, Canada.

Composites Vci

Venture Round in 2018
Composites Vci is a transportation environmental consulting company located in Saint-lin-laurentides.

Alice POS

Venture Round in 2018
Alice POS is a new-generation cloud based point-of-sale software package that launches merchants into the modern high-tech era. Developer of a point of sale software intended to modernize the retail trade. The company's software offers a smart cross-selling tool that effectively guides employees so that no sale slips between their fingers, enabling merchants to have access at all times and from everywhere, to their point-of-sale and all their management tools.

Les Industries Amisco ltée

Venture Round in 2018
A family business since 1954, Amisco designs, manufactures and markets modern home furniture crafted from steel, wood and upholstery in its two Québec plants. Distributed in more than a thousand points of sale across Canada and the United States, Amisco products stand out from the competition with their trendy look tailored to consumer needs, their durability and their extensive customization program for finishes and coatings.