Creative Destruction Lab

The Creative Destruction Lab (CDL) is a seed-stage acceleration program founded in 2012 at the Rotman School of Management in Toronto, Canada. It is dedicated to supporting massively scalable, science- and technology-based ventures by providing a unique coaching process focused on specific objectives. CDL connects startups with experienced entrepreneurs and leading scientists across various sectors, including artificial intelligence, healthcare, quantum computing, blockchain, energy, and cleantech. The program has expanded its reach, operating in six cities: Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Montreal, Halifax, and New York City, and emphasizes the commercialization of scientific and technological advancements.

Malcolm Fraser

Associate

Dennis Kavelman

Founding Partner

Anthony Lacavera

Founding Partner

Past deals in AgTech

Milk Moovement

Seed Round in 2021
Milk Moovement is a Developer of a dairy supply chain management platform designed to track milk pick-ups and monitoring milk production. The company's platform is a comprehensive tool that tracks dairy production and quality by using a cloud-based web and mobile solution, giving users access to key information in real-time, enabling all supply chain stakeholders (producers, processors, transporters, testing labs, and cooperatives) to have access to milk performance metrics and in-depth information on current production, quality, and historical data right at their fingertips.

Orbillion Bio

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Orbillion Bio, Inc., a food-tech company, develops cultured meat products using a small tissue sample from heritage cattle breeds. It develops premium cell-based meat products from heritage cell lines that are directly sourced from farmers. The company was incorporated in 2019 and is based in Fremont, California.

Aegiq

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Aegiq Ltd. specializes in the development of semiconductor-based quantum photonic chips, utilizing III-V materials such as Gallium, Indium, and Arsenic. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Sheffield, United Kingdom, the company focuses on creating technology that supports various applications, including broadband quantum communication, imaging, and scalable quantum computing. Aegiq's innovative platform employs a hybrid integrated photonics approach, facilitating economies of scale for quantum technology while enabling multi-million qubit operations. This positions Aegiq to offer a comprehensive range of products and systems in quantum cybersecurity, networking, and computing, significantly enhancing reliability and security compared to traditional silicon-based solutions.

LGN

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
LGN Innovations, Inc. specializes in developing artificial intelligence-based perception systems aimed at achieving human-level perception for autonomous systems. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in London and Zagreb, the company offers products such as LGN Auto-Calibrate, which integrates AI with sensor arrays, and LGN Intelligent Select, designed to efficiently filter and compress data. LGN's technology enhances the resolution and imaging capabilities of electronic devices, making it applicable across various sectors, including automotive, retail, and satellite industries. By optimizing data capture and processing, LGN's solutions reduce costs and power consumption while enabling high-level autonomy even with lower-cost sensors.

SafetyNet Technologies

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
SafetyNet Technologies Ltd manufactures light-emitting bycatch-reduction technology electronic devices for the fishing industry. Its product Pisces is a kit of lights that you attach to your fishing gear which uses artificial light technology to alter the behavior of fish and other marine species to catch particular species. SafetyNet Technologies Ltd was incorporated in 2011 and is based in London, United Kingdom.

Legit Fish

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Legit Fish Company develops software tools and mobile applications for seafood products traceability and management. The company offers vessel hail and electronic vessel trip report (EVTR) applications, dealer/offloader system, and product verification labeling system. The company’s products provides third party product verification, traceability, and reporting services to ensure that the product meets all specifications and certifications associated with it. It serves seafood supply chain industry. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts.

Lucent Biosciences

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Lucent Biosciences specializes in the development of innovative biofertilizers aimed at enhancing agricultural sustainability. The company offers a unique class of micronutrient fertilizers that promote higher crop yields and nutrient levels while being environmentally friendly. Their products are designed to improve soil health and sequester carbon, contributing to climate-positive farming practices. By utilizing sustainable bioactive crop nutrition, Lucent Biosciences enables farmers to cultivate nutrient-dense crops without polluting groundwater, thereby supporting regenerative agriculture and reducing overall costs per hectare.

Ascribe Bioscience

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Ascribe Bioscience develops products that enable farmers to combat crop pathogens without negative impacts on the environment. The company is currently developing a seed treatment product that acts by boosting crops’ natural defenses.

AIKO

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Aiko develops and commercializes algorithms based on Artificial Intelligence to increase the autonomy of satellite missions.

Tag.bio

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Tag.bio is a data analytics startup. It combines sophisticated statistical analysis methods with the organic intelligence of its users to find insights in any dataset. Individuals can use its point and click system to perform analysis and share results from enterprise and public datasets. It allows its users to make their own custom protocols to enterprise and public datasets. The platform is available for operations through iOS and Android applications. Tag.bio is a U.S.-based company that was founded in 2013 by Tom Covington and Jesse Paquette.

Salo Sciences

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Salo Sciences is focused on addressing climate change and biodiversity loss through innovative technology. The company develops a climate technology platform that employs high-resolution remote sensing and artificial intelligence to monitor ecosystem health across vast areas at a low cost. By utilizing satellite data, Salo Sciences enables environmental stakeholders to track forest changes, quantify carbon stocks, and assess wildfire risks. This comprehensive monitoring capability allows organizations to improve land stewardship and implement effective conservation and restoration strategies. Ultimately, Salo Sciences aims to enhance sustainability efforts and promote climate resilience, making a significant contribution to the natural climate system.

Shiok Meats

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Shiok Meats is a cellular aquaculture and cell-based meat company, the first of its kind in Singapore and South-East Asia.Their mission is to bring delicious, clean and healthy meats and seafood by harvesting from cells instead of animals. Shiok Meats will bring cell-based crustacean meats to your table.Their meats are animal-, health- and environment-friendly with the same taste, texture, more nutrients and no cruelty.

EV Biotech

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
EV Biotech B.V., founded in 2018 and headquartered in Groningen, the Netherlands, specializes in the development of microbial cell factories. The company utilizes computational models of microorganisms and research databases to identify enzymes, enabling the creation of prototype organic compounds through genetic engineering. By developing proof of concept microbial cell factories, EV Biotech aims to produce various molecules and precursors for applications in the flavor and fragrance, biomaterial, agriculture, and pharmaceutical industries. The company is focused on transitioning the chemical feedstock market from petrochemical-based production to a more sustainable, bio-based approach, supporting the evolution of a bio-based economy.

Applikate Technologies

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Applikate Technologies is a hardware and software company that develops a fully automated histology platform with integrated digital imaging. The platform automates the pathology workflow, reducing processing time, lowering cost, and improving image quality, which reduces the risk of misdiagnosis.

AWE Technologies

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
AWE Technologies develops wave-science-based, non-invasive sensors to characterize, measure, and manipulate objects and fluids. Active Wave Engineering (AWE) Technologies focuses on non-invasively identifying & characterizing fluids + materials as well as manipulating objects by specially adapting wave energies that intersect the spectrum from acoustics to electromagnetics for solving challenging technical problems.

ALT TEX

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
ALT TEX is creating sustainable textiles regenerated from post-industrial waste.

UMAMI Bioworks

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Umami Meats develops cultured seafood based on a proprietary, low-cost, and sustainable formulation of growth factors.

Index Biosystems

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Index Biosystems is a genetic food system traceability solutions provider specializing in source-of-origin traceability and identity preservation. By guaranteeing sub-population level source-of-origin identification, we empower a TraceForward approach to traceability. Index’s core technology involves inserting an inert genetic construct into food system products - a Nuclid™. This includes inputs, feed, seed, food and additives. Identification can be accurately achieved within a few hours independent of packaging (even in co-mingled or transformed products), greatly reducing the impacts of any recall. Our solution works in concert with legacy systems and expands the scope of what is traceable - from seed to waste, including post-digestion. Because this solution provides simple identification, there are many use-cases. Some use cases that we’ve identified include: Recall scope reduction Operational insights GMO identification Fraud identification Feed and seed security IP tracking Food system certification Waste tracking

Aquark Technologies

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Aquark Technologies specializes in the development of compact cold-atom systems aimed at advancing quantum applications such as atomic clocks, sensors, and navigation systems. The company employs a unique laser geometry technique, stemming from over a decade of proprietary research at the University of Southampton, to miniaturize these systems to the size of a matchbox. This innovation enables the creation of plug-and-play quantum devices that offer portability and support the integration of quantum technologies into everyday life, paving the way for the next generation of quantum sensing and computing solutions.

ECOncrete

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
ECOncrete Tech LTD. is a company based in Tel-Aviv, Israel, that specializes in developing and manufacturing innovative concrete products aimed at enhancing the ecological and biological value of coastal and marine infrastructures. The company's offerings include precast units, concrete additives, and ecological armoring units designed to protect against sea wave forces. Additionally, ECOncrete provides tide pools that mimic natural water ponds, enhanced sea walls that integrate with coastal infrastructure, ecological pile encapsulation as an alternative to standard methods, and bio-active walls that promote rapid plant growth on buildings. These products not only contribute to environmental sustainability but also offer structural benefits, increasing stability and longevity while reducing maintenance costs.

AdaViv

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Urban (controlled) agriculture is on the rise! Vertical and Container farms are popping up here and there and there is increasing need to make urban agriculture more sustainable. AdaViv is a hardware-enabled, predictive agriculture company. Keeping “24/7 eyes on the plants”, our sensing and AI + computer vision uncovers hidden plant biometrics and translates data into actionable insights for growers. From disease prevention to rapid experimentation, improving yields and quality optimization, AdaViv helps producers grow smarter. Founded by an interdisciplinary team of MIT researchers and alumni, AdaViv recently emerged from MIT Delta V, the capstone entrepreneurship accelerator at MIT , and the MIT DesignX accelerator. In 2018, AdaViv was selected as one of the first grantees of Microsoft AI for Earth.

AQT

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
AQT specializes in the development of quantum computer technology aimed at processing information through innovative methods. The company utilizes electric fields and single charged atoms trapped in vacuum chambers to create its quantum systems. Each quantum bit, or qubit, is represented by an ion and is manipulated and measured using precisely timed laser pulses. This technology provides clients with a clear pathway toward large-scale quantum computing solutions, ranging from scalable ion-trap processors to photonic networks that interconnect quantum computers. AQT's advancements position it at the forefront of the quantum computing landscape, offering significant potential for future applications.

Blue Ocean Gear

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Blue Ocean Gear’s team of world-class submarine and rocket scientists designs and builds GPS tracking buoys capable of surviving the brutal operational demands of the modern fixed gear fisher. Our patented SmartBuoy product suite allows fishers to track and monitor data from their gear anytime and anywhere, enhancing operational efficiency and profitability by reducing both fuel costs and lost gear. Our products also directly address the environmental impacts of lost gear and entanglements.

FTEX

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
FTEX Develops next-generation GaNFET based Electric Vehicle (EV) powertrains that extend the range and power of EVs by up to 30%.

ucrop.it

Seed Round in 2020
ucrop.it operates as a blockchain farming and crops traceability platform that delivers certainty across crop cycles. It connects medium-sized growers with corporate stakeholders from the agro value chain to agree on farming objectives for sustainable crop production, competitive financing, quality crops sourcing, amongst value drivers to achieve improved gross margins for them all. The company was founded in 2018 by Diego Hoter, Matias O’Keefe and Marcos Botta.

NXT Farm

Pre Seed Round in 2020
NXT Farm provides industry-first algorithms for processing satellite imagery which help a farmer optimize their inputs and maximize their yields.

WEAV3D

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
WEAV3D Inc. is a company based in Norcross, Georgia, that specializes in the development of composite forming technology. Founded in 2017, it commercializes a unique composite forming machine that integrates weaving and composite consolidation into an automated, continuous process. This innovative technology significantly reduces waste, cycle time, and material handling costs. By utilizing techniques such as continuous lamination, D-LFT compression molding, and injection molding, WEAV3D Inc. enables the fabrication of composite parts that can lower production costs by up to 75% compared to traditional carbon fiber composite methods. The company's technology was initially developed at the Georgia Institute of Technology, showcasing its roots in advanced research and innovation.

Aquaai

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Aquaai Corporation, established in 2014 and located in San Diego, California, specializes in the development of biomimetic fishlike drones designed for monitoring marine environments. The company leverages artificial intelligence, robotics, and machine learning to enhance the aquaculture industry. By offering innovative solutions, Aquaai aims to assist fish farmers in saving time and reducing costs while increasing fish production to meet growing demand. Additionally, Aquaai's technology promotes the delivery of healthier seafood and contributes to the preservation of ocean ecosystems.

ARIX Technologies

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
ARIX Technologies is a robotics and data analytics company founded in 2017 and headquartered in Jackson, Louisiana, with an engineering office in Houston, Texas. The company specializes in designing and developing crawling robots specifically for the inspection of pipelines in the oil and gas industry. By integrating advanced data analytics with robotic technology, ARIX Technologies enhances the detection and analysis of corrosion within manufacturing plants. This innovation not only improves safety and sustainability but also enables significant cost savings for manufacturing companies by optimizing the monitoring and maintenance of pipeline assets.

Altis Labs

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Altis Labs is a clinical information company located in Toronto, where it leverages expertise in artificial intelligence and medicine. The company focuses on developing AI-powered software designed to predict drug efficacy and accelerate clinical development. By utilizing deep learning-based imaging biomarkers and proprietary real-world imaging data combined with clinical context, Altis Labs enables biopharma companies to measure treatment effects more accurately and earlier in the clinical trial process. This innovative approach aims to enhance the speed and success rate of late-stage trials, ultimately guiding personalized treatment and facilitating therapeutic research and development.

Strella Biotechnology

Seed Round in 2020
Strella Biotechnology, Inc. designs and manufactures sensors based device that maximizes the freshness of fresh produce throughout the supply chain. The company provides an ethylene-detection device that determines ripeness by calculating the ethylene gas produced by fruit and maximizes freshness and reduces spoilage of fruit. Strella Biotechnology, Inc. was founded in 2018 and is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Plantible Foods

Seed Round in 2020
Plantible Foods, Inc. is a food technology company based in Bay Harbor Islands, Florida, founded in 2016. The company specializes in developing and producing plant-based protein by extracting flavors from lemna, a type of aquatic plant. Plantible Foods focuses on creating functional and versatile protein alternatives, catering primarily to business-to-business clients in the food industry.

Provision Analytics

Grant in 2020
Provision Analytics creates practical and precise software for food processors and manufacturers. Its software package automates food safety processes, greatly reducing time spent on data input and recall procedures; this data links granular process data with production results, generating analytics that reduces food loss and quality deviations.

Synergia Biotech

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Synergia Biotech is a cleantech venture that uses a community of microbes to remove CO2 from the atmosphere and produce a natural, vibrant blue pigment (phycocyanin) that can replace chemical coloring additives in the food and cosmetic industries. Synergia Biotech’s technology is backed by years of cutting-edge scientific research in ecology, microbiology, and engineering. Blue is one of the rarest colors found in nature and phycocyanin has emerged as the most viable source to replace chemical and synthetic versions in industry. From removing carbon dioxide in the atmosphere to recycling nutrients and water in our system, Synergia Biotech is poised to be a global leader in climate-positive technology.

G2V Optics

Seed Round in 2019
G2V's founding mission is to develop and commercialize technology that will enable food production for a growing population while significantly reducing fresh water and land use. We do this by improving yield, quality, and operating costs for commercial growers by providing efficient 'engineered sunlight'​. Our advanced technology provides greenhouses, vertical farms, and home growers with multi-zone lighting and plant monitoring, allowing a grower to keep tabs on their entire crop. We are obsessed with using new technology to make a difference and continue to develop some of the most dynamic and innovative new products for the horticulture market.

SucSeed

Grant in 2019
SucSeed is a socially-driven hydroponics company. They sell their grow tanks and accessories to households across Canada. Their at-home hydroponic systems are built by Choices For Youth, an organization that supports and employs youth facing barriers to work and housing.

StratumAI

Pre Seed Round in 2019
StratumAI specializes in advanced mining technology aimed at optimizing resource modeling for hard rock mining. The company employs deep learning techniques to enhance the accuracy of predictions regarding mineral deposits, particularly gold, by improving the traditional method of statistical interpolation used to estimate the quantity of resources between drill holes. This innovative approach not only identifies the most promising drilling locations but also provides a clearer picture of the mineral concentration in the surrounding areas. StratumAI's technology is versatile, demonstrating effectiveness across various metals, including base metals like copper. Current pilot projects indicate that the implementation of their technology could generate approximately $10 million in annual value for the average mining operation, thereby offering significant improvements in operational efficiency and resource management.

Gastrograph

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Gastrograph, developed by Analytical Flavor Systems, Inc., is an artificial intelligence platform designed for the food and beverage industry. Founded in 2010 and based in New York, the platform enables companies to gather real-time flavor data, detect and predict production flaws, and assess market fit. By moving beyond traditional tasting panels, Gastrograph employs a predictive flavor profile engine to evaluate how new products are likely to perform across various markets and demographic segments. This capability is particularly valuable in an industry characterized by high failure rates, as it helps food companies adapt to rapidly changing consumer preferences and optimize their product development processes. Through its innovative approach, Gastrograph supports packaged food companies in navigating the complexities of the modern marketplace.

TasteGuru

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Developer of an AI-based software intended to offer a personalized shopping experience. The company's software helps consumers find their favorite food and drinks based on personal taste preferences using artificial intelligence technology, enabling retailers and brands to increase product trial, customer experience, consumer engagement, product awareness, target marketing and localize assortment.

Electric Sky

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Grid energy on-the-go. The grid holds vast, clean, low-cost energy. Until now, there's been no practical method to tap the grid while moving at high speed. Electric Sky is changing that, developing new techniques for transmitting higher energy over longer distances. We're exploring power-hungry applications like space launch, electric aircraft, UAMs (Urban Air Mobility vehicles), UAVs (drones), electric trucks & cars, UUVs (Unmanned Underwater Vehicles), robotics, handheld power tools, and portable consumer electronic devices. Our customers will appreciate lower costs; the planet will appreciate zero emissions.

AI SpaceFactory

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Integrated Architecture and Technology

Sankoya Technologies

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Sankoya Technologies develops a next-generation toilet that processes human excreta into pathogen-free ash. The company is currently using an IP-licensing strategy to incorporate its off-the-grid sanitation technology into sanitation solutions that stand to serve more than 2.5B people around the world who do not have access to basic toilet infrastructure and sanitation applications where access to resources is constrained.

Grain Discovery

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Grain Discovery is an online marketplace based in Toronto, Ontario, that utilizes blockchain technology to enhance the efficiency, transparency, and security of transactions in the agricultural sector. Founded in 2018, the company addresses key challenges in the global commodity supply chain, such as loss of provenance and market opacity. By ensuring proof of origin and employing smart contracts, Grain Discovery facilitates secure title transfers and payments while improving communication and data flow across supply chain software. This innovative approach allows farmers to differentiate their products, track their supply chains effectively, and potentially command premium prices. Through its platform, Grain Discovery aims to strengthen the connections between farmers and buyers, transforming the way agricultural commodities are traded.

Tag Innovation

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Tag is a Loyalty Innovation Lab supporting loyalty programs and their partners. With expertise in software development, analytics, blockchain, and message gateways, Tag is currently focused on supporting the travel industry both directly and via partnerships with preferred vendors in the space. They are currently looking for opportunities to apply emergent tech to enhance and facilitate cross program partnerships.

Agnostiq

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Agnostiq Inc. is a Toronto-based enterprise technology startup that specializes in security software for quantum cloud computing. Founded in 2018, the company offers solutions designed to ensure the privacy of data and algorithms while enabling users to experiment with quantum processors over the cloud. Agnostiq's software is compatible with current quantum hardware, allowing users to adjust security levels based on their specific needs. By integrating with existing software development kits, Agnostiq provides cross-platform solutions that cater to various cloud service providers. This innovative approach allows privacy-sensitive users to leverage the advantages of quantum computing without compromising their proprietary information.

eggXYt

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
eggXYt is a biotechnology company that enables sex detection of chick embryos immediately after the eggs are laid. eggXYt is developing a technology which identifies the sex at early stage of incubation, saves these chicks from being hatched, avoids their incubation and keeps the eggs within the food industry.

Savormetrics

Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Savormetrics makes smart sensor-driven foodlife extenders optimizes the environment in which food is stored by using sensors to monitor air quality and artificial intelligence to remove harmful contaminants from the air. Their technology is non-chemical based.

Local Roots Farms

Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Local Roots Farms is forging the food system of the future! They’re boldly developing technologies to feed the planet healthy and delicious food in an environmentally responsible way. Every day they innovate agriculture in ways that others think impossible, and they’re crafting a scalable business that delivers social impact on a mass scale. their goals are absurdly audacious, and they have the opportunity to positively impact the future of humanity. To do that, they need the most talented people on the planet.

Genecis

Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Genecis is an early-stage organic waste processing startup that uses biotechnology to convert waste into biodegradeable plastics and other high value materials. Genecis is headquartered in Scarborough, Canada.

Graphite Innovation & Technologies

Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Graphite Innovation & Technologies is a prominent Canadian materials engineering firm dedicated to advancing the use of graphene and nanomaterials. The company specializes in developing innovative applications for these materials, leveraging its proprietary "bottom up" production process to create high-quality graphene. By owning the intellectual property related to this process, Graphite Innovation & Technologies ensures that it can deliver customized engineered materials tailored to specific client needs. The firm focuses on reducing production costs while enhancing the properties of graphene, enabling businesses to integrate these advanced materials into their products. With expertise in dispersion and product integration, Graphite Innovation & Technologies provides comprehensive solutions that empower clients to enhance their offerings with the unique characteristics of graphene.

Advanced Intelligent Systems

Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Advanced Intelligent System is a leader in creating practical robots to automate tasks that are labour intensive or dangerous for humans to perform. AIS has created a proprietary library of hardware and software modules that can be used to significantly reduce the cost and time of product development. AIS's flagship autonomous robot, BigTop has been designed to move and space plant pots in nurseries and greenhouses. https://www.ai-systems.ca/custom-robotics-company/. AIS has a pipeline of products in various stages of development. The AIS library of assets are protected with patents and trade secrets. AIS performs market studies to understand the automation needs and find ways to address them by using robotics systems. AIS collaborates with universities, governmental organizations and industry.

Innovative Protein Technologies

Non Equity Assistance in 2017
IPT is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing bio-friendly products based on protein molecules found in nature for commercial and home use. Founded by recent graduates from the University of Guelph and University of Waterloo, Innovative Protein Technologies is a startup biotechnology company looking to reap the benefits of nature's vast diversity of protective strategies and the molecules behind the scenes that make them work. Focusing on crop protection, our flagship technology "Frost Armour" aims to provide a food-safe and environmentally friendly solution to shielding valuable crops from the devastating effects of frost damage.

Phenomic AI

Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Phenomic AI is a developer of a drug discovery platform designed to discovery and optimize therapeutics directly against phenotypic assays.The company's platform uses artificial intelligence to analyze phenotypes in complex disease models including high-content co-culture and 3D assays, enabling pharmaceutical companies to discover drugs in an easier way.

Elevated Signals

Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Elevated Signals Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Vancouver, Canada, offers a digital cultivation management platform designed to enhance controlled environment crop production. The platform utilizes wireless IoT sensors and data science to optimize cultivation processes. It includes features for seed-to-harvest compliance with Health Canada’s Good Production Practices and Good Manufacturing Practices, cultivar-specific workflow management, and high-resolution environmental monitoring linked to individual plant identifiers. Additionally, the platform provides reporting and analytics capabilities, enabling users to make informed decisions throughout the cultivation cycle.

Industrial Plankton

Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Industrial Plankton Inc. is a Canadian company based in Victoria, British Columbia, specializing in the design and manufacture of advanced algal bioreactors. Founded in 2010, the company introduced its flagship 1000L algae bioreactor in 2012, followed by a 100L research reactor in 2014 and a full LED 1250L reactor in 2016. The bioreactors are fully automated, self-sterilizing, and self-cleaning, equipped with integrated applications that streamline the algae cultivation process, reducing the time and skill needed for successful production. In addition to its algae-focused products, Industrial Plankton plans to launch an automated rotifer reactor, further diversifying its offerings in the aquaculture and biotechnology sectors. All equipment is manufactured in-house, ensuring high quality and reliability.

SomaDetect

Seed Round in 2017
SomaDetect Inc. is an agricultural technology company based in Fredericton, Canada, that focuses on providing dairy farmers with real-time analytics of milk components. Founded in 2016, the company has developed advanced sensor technology capable of measuring critical indicators such as fat content and somatic cell counts in milk. This innovative system enables farmers to conduct automated analysis without the need for chemicals or consumables, allowing them to identify issues early, manage herd health, and optimize milk quality. By delivering detailed insights during every milking, SomaDetect supports farmers in making informed decisions that enhance production while reducing unnecessary antibiotic use and ensuring high-quality milk enters the bulk supply.

See-Through Scientific

Non Equity Assistance in 2017
See-Through Scientific

C3bio

Non Equity Assistance in 2017
C3bio

Mangrove Water Technologies

Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Mangrove Water Technologies Ltd. manufactures wastewater desalination system. Its technology is used for the treatment and purification of contaminated well water and converts saline waste-water and waste-gases into desalinated water and oil and gas field chemicals for on-site utilization. The company was incorporated in 2017 and is based in Vancouver, Canada.
For greenhouse growers of high value crops, Ecoation Innovation Solutions provides the earliest possible detection of pests, diseases and deficiencies that affect crop value. We collect data on plant state directly from plant signals and predict crop health use proprietary AI software systems. Our system brings crop status to a Grower’s desktop or smart phone daily. With our system, Growers can take immediate actions that increase crop value, reduce operating costs and reduce pesticide use. Our made in Canada technology is available now with paid field trials underway in BC greenhouses.

Acerta Analytics

Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Acerta Systems Analytics Inc. specializes in providing machine intelligence solutions that convert raw machine data into actionable insights. The company's primary offering, Acerta CHECK, employs a combination of statistical methods, data mining algorithms, and machine learning techniques to identify critical issues and anomalies in machine behavior. Targeting the automotive sector, Acerta's solutions cater to OEMs, parts suppliers, and vehicle testing equipment providers, enhancing vehicle health monitoring and data acquisition. Additionally, the company's algorithms are utilized in the aerospace industry for airplane health management and engine testing. By detecting anomalies and predicting equipment failures, Acerta supports manufacturers in optimizing their processes and improving product quality. Founded in 2014 and based in Waterloo, Canada, Acerta is committed to transforming quality control in the automotive industry through advanced artificial intelligence applications.

HAVEN IAQ

Non Equity Assistance in 2016
TZOA (pronounced 'zoa')is the creator of Haven, the complete solution to indoor air quality in your home (residential) or building (commercial).

AmacaThera

Seed Round in 2016
AmacaThera Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Toronto, Canada, founded in 2016. The company specializes in developing and commercializing an innovative injectable hydrogel platform technology designed for various medical applications. This technology aims to enhance therapeutic delivery and improve patient outcomes across multiple healthcare sectors.

UDIO

Non Equity Assistance in 2015
UDIO utilizes data science and machine-learning technology to optimize the farm operations and gain higher yields

Grobo

Non Equity Assistance in 2015
Grobo develops fully automated grow boxes for home use. Our IoT grow boxes leverage AI and ML to increase yields and decrease grow times.

Preteckt

Non Equity Assistance in 2015
Preteckt, Inc. develops a cloud-based platform that specializes in predicting and prescribing maintenance diagnostics for vehicles. The company offers vehicle prognostics-as-a-service (VPaaS), connecting manufacturers of connected and autonomous vehicles with service providers. Preteckt utilizes its proprietary real-time automotive data architecture to integrate artificial intelligence, deep learning, and machine learning algorithms, enabling efficient management of automotive data. This innovative approach provides a significant speed advantage over traditional big data solutions, allowing for real-time processing with zero false positives. The platform is designed to scale seamlessly with existing connected vehicles and fleets, serving a diverse clientele that includes municipalities, telematics service providers, and original equipment manufacturers in the automotive sector. Established in 2015, Preteckt is headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, with an additional location in Hamilton, Canada.

Algocian

Non Equity Assistance in 2015
Algocian Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in developing image recognition video analytics software. Founded in 2015, Algocian's technology enables real-time person detection for a variety of applications, including security and automotive sectors. The software is designed to work with both digital and analog cameras, enhancing video monitoring capabilities for businesses. By leveraging advanced image recognition technology, Algocian aims to provide innovative solutions that improve safety and efficiency in monitoring environments.

AccSys Diagnostics

Non Equity Assistance in 2014
AccSys Diagnostics

Atomwise

Non Equity Assistance in 2012
Atomwise Inc. is a deep learning AI technology for structure-based small molecule drug discovery. Atomwise performs hundreds of projects per year in partnership with some of the world’s largest pharmaceutical and agrochemical companies, as well as more than 200 universities and hospitals in 40 countries. Its speed and accuracy make it the most advanced technology for small molecule binding affinity prediction. AtomNet, its AI platform built for drug discovery contains more than 16 billion molecules for virtual screening.