Sustainable Development Technology Canada

Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) is a venture capital investment firm based in Ottawa, established in 2001. The organization focuses on funding and supporting Canadian cleantech projects, helping companies advance innovative technologies to market. SDTC's investments span various sectors, including agriculture, energy efficiency, green buildings, transportation, and waste management. By fostering the growth of these companies, SDTC aims to create jobs, stimulate economic growth, and generate export opportunities while delivering environmental and health benefits to Canadians. Operating independently, SDTC collaborates with a diverse network of partners from private industry, academia, and government, both domestically and internationally, to enhance the impact of its initiatives. The organization receives funding from the Government of Canada to further its mission.

Leah Lawrence

President and CEO

Timon LeDain

Vice President, Operations

Vicky J. Sharpe

President and CEO

Leo Bever Ph.D

Investment Director

293 past transactions

Progressive Planet Solutions

Grant in 2025
Progressive Planet Solutions Inc. is a junior mineral exploration company based in Vancouver, Canada, focused on the acquisition and exploration of mineral properties, primarily zeolite minerals. Incorporated in 2006, the company’s flagship asset is the Z1 Zeolite mine, located northeast of Cache Creek, British Columbia. Progressive Planet Solutions was previously known as Ashburton Ventures Inc. before rebranding in June 2018. The company is dedicated to exploring and developing its mineral properties to leverage the potential of zeolite in various applications.

Solaires Entreprises

Debt Financing in 2025
Solaires Entreprises Inc, based in Victoria, BC, is a Canadian cleantech company dedicated to advancing solar technology. Comprising a team of 23 professionals, including scientists and engineers, Solaires focuses on developing next-generation solar cells that utilize perovskite materials instead of traditional silicon. This innovative approach not only aims to enhance energy conversion efficiency but also promotes a sustainable manufacturing process, making solar photovoltaics more affordable. The company's technology is designed to generate electricity from both indoor light and sunlight, with applications that include light-emitting diodes. Solaires' advancements are positioned to support the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy, delivering high power conversion efficiency and stability while allowing processing in ambient environments.

Niricson

Series A in 2023
Niricson is a technology company that specializes in developing an AI-based predictive analytics platform focused on infrastructure asset management. The company's offerings include the AUTOSPEX platform and DRONIC, which provide asset managers and civil engineers with essential insights and multi-defect layer visualization regarding the condition of their assets. By enabling users to gather valuable insights, Niricson's solutions allow for proactive planning of asset repairs, effective budget management, and enhanced safety assurance for critical structures, such as hydro dams. This technology aims to improve the accuracy and cost-effectiveness of maintenance and management efforts for engineering consulting firms and asset owners.

Marine Thinking

Grant in 2023
Marine Thinking is dedicated to transforming the marine industry through the integration of artificial intelligence and robotic technologies. The company specializes in the development of remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) that are designed to collect data from various marine environments and fish farms. By employing advanced deep neural network AI models, Marine Thinking analyzes this data to enhance understanding and management of marine ecosystems. Through its innovative approach, the company aims to improve operational efficiencies and decision-making within the marine sector.

ZeroIN

Grant in 2023
ZeroIN is a food-tech company focused on developing innovative sugar reduction technologies. The company produces natural sweeteners designed to counteract the negative effects of excessive sugar consumption. Its flagship product, Sweet Fiber, is a scalable and cost-effective sugar substitute that meets consumer demand for healthier options. By providing drop-in sugar replacements derived from natural sources, ZeroIN caters to the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries, helping them incorporate healthier sugar alternatives into their offerings.

Oneka Technologies

Grant in 2023
Oneka Technologies Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Sherbrooke, Canada, specializes in the development of innovative wave-powered desalination systems that convert ocean water into potable water. The company addresses the challenges of traditional desalination methods, which are often costly and environmentally damaging, by utilizing wave energy to drive the desalination process. This technology enables the production of fresh water with zero greenhouse gas emissions and minimal land use. Oneka's modular units are designed for water-scarce regions, offering a sustainable and affordable solution that can reduce water costs by up to 75%. The company has successfully demonstrated its technology in ocean settings and aims to make the oceans a primary source of drinking water for private islands and coastal communities while ensuring low maintenance and significant cost savings.

VueReal

Grant in 2023
VueReal Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in the development of innovative technologies for micro-LED displays. Founded in 2016 and based in Waterloo, VueReal's core offering is its microSolid printing platform, which facilitates the integration of millions of semiconductor devices into large-area substrates, enabling the creation of advanced smart systems across various applications. The technology is particularly relevant for automotive and aerospace industries, addressing challenges related to electric vehicles and autonomous systems. VueReal's displays are characterized by high transparency, brightness, reliability, and low power consumption, making them suitable for diverse applications, including consumer electronics like smartwatches and augmented reality displays. The company collaborates with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to develop customized products and is working on a turnkey solution to enhance the accessibility of its printing technology. By licensing its technology and providing production printers and semiconductor cartridges, VueReal aims to support both large corporations and smaller enterprises in developing tailored electronic solutions. The company has strengthened its leadership team and advisory board to advance its strategic goals and foster partnerships in the industry.

VISUAL DEFENCE | CITYROVER

Grant in 2023
Visual Defence | CityRover is a security convergence company based in Richmond Hill, Ontario, founded in 2000. It specializes in delivering integrated security solutions over IP networks for a diverse clientele, including government agencies, airports, public transportation systems, and commercial enterprises. The company offers advanced safety and security services by utilizing digital audio-visual signals transmitted via wireless and physical networks. Its solutions enable the capture of data from various sources, such as cameras, microphones, and sensors, enhancing public safety and operational effectiveness. Visual Defence focuses on providing customizable and scalable solutions that align with specific business objectives, helping organizations reduce risk while maximizing return on investment through efficient management of existing security infrastructure.

Arolytics

Grant in 2023
Arolytics is a software company that provides a data management platform tailored for the energy sector, focusing on emissions management and regulatory compliance. The platform is designed to optimize emission reduction strategies by integrating and synthesizing data from various emissions sensors. It automates the generation of regulatory compliance reports and offers actionable recommendations for reducing pollution. Arolytics enables energy companies to gain valuable insights into methane measurement data, facilitating more effective management of emissions while reducing associated costs.

Synergraze

Grant in 2023
Synergraze is a company focused on developing and manufacturing innovative cattle feed additives aimed at reducing methane emissions produced by livestock. Their natural feed additive is designed to minimize enteric methane emissions, thereby aiding farmers in adopting sustainable agricultural practices. By improving agricultural productivity and lowering the environmental impact associated with cattle farming, Synergraze contributes to advancing sustainability in the agricultural sector.

ZS2 Technologies

Grant in 2023
ZS2 Technologies specializes in the creation and production of advanced building technologies, particularly prefabricated structural panels and cementitious building materials. The company is dedicated to enhancing building performance through its innovative construction solutions, which include fire-rated, non-toxic, and low-carbon materials. By focusing on research and the acceleration of construction technology adoption, ZS2 Technologies aims to help its customers reduce operating costs and shorten construction timelines.

Nano One

Grant in 2023
Nano One Materials Corp. is a Canadian technology company focused on developing and producing high-performance cathode materials for lithium-ion batteries. Headquartered in Burnaby, the company serves various sectors, including energy storage, consumer electronics, aerospace, and pharmaceuticals. Nano One has established a strategic agreement with Pulead Technology Industry Co., Ltd. to enhance the production of lithium iron phosphate cathode materials. The company employs a novel three-stage process that utilizes commonly available industrial equipment, aiming for high-volume production and rapid commercialization. With a strong focus on innovation, Nano One has several patents pending, reflecting its commitment to advancing battery technology and materials science.

Future Fields

Grant in 2023
Future Fields is a Canadian company based in Edmonton, founded in 2018, that specializes in producing sustainable components for scientific applications through insect biotechnology. Utilizing its innovative EntoEngine™ platform, the company harnesses the genetic capabilities of fruit flies to generate environmentally friendly and economically viable biomolecules. Future Fields focuses on developing insect-based recombinant proteins, which serve as essential growth components for cell culture. By doing so, the company aims to reduce the environmental impact associated with traditional protein production while enhancing social benefits. Its work supports the agriculture industry in producing cost-effective cell-based foods, contributing to a more sustainable future.

Aurora Hydrogen

Grant in 2023
Aurora Hydrogen is focused on advancing clean hydrogen production technology that harnesses efficient microwave energy. The company's innovative approach aims to decarbonize transportation and industrial processes by providing a highly scalable solution. Its technology can be implemented in various settings, ranging from small fueling stations to large industrial applications, all while producing no carbon dioxide emissions and without consuming water. This capability positions Aurora Hydrogen to significantly contribute to reducing global carbon dioxide emissions, potentially lowering them by over five hundred million tonnes annually.

BrainBox AI

Grant in 2023
BrainBox AI Inc. is a Montreal-based company that designs and develops artificial intelligence-driven technology to optimize building heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. Founded in 2017, the company utilizes cloud-based computing and deep learning algorithms to create an autonomous solution that enables buildings to operate continuously with maximum energy efficiency. BrainBox AI’s platform automaps HVAC control points and analyzes data to generate predictive maintenance modules, providing building operators with valuable fault detection diagnostics. By optimizing existing HVAC systems, BrainBox AI helps clients significantly reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions, leading to cost savings and enhanced sustainability in building management.

Seneca experts-conseils

Grant in 2023
Seneca is a private engineering and consulting engineering company that offers professional services for investment projects and introduced new technologies in transformation processes.

Next Hydrogen Solutions

Grant in 2023
Next Hydrogen Solutions, established in 2007 and headquartered in Mississauga, Canada, specializes in the design and manufacture of electrolyzers. These devices convert water into clean hydrogen using electricity from renewable sources. The company offers a range of services including installation, maintenance, training, and consulting, along with electrolytic hydrogen production for end users. Next Hydrogen Solutions aims to reduce clean hydrogen generation costs from renewable energy, facilitating its widespread adoption to decarbonize the global economy.

Cyclic Materials

Grant in 2023
Cyclic Materials specializes in recycling services that focus on recovering rare earth elements from landfill-bound products. The company aims to minimize the need for new mining operations and facilitate the transition to electric mobility and cleaner energy solutions. By implementing an innovative process to reclaim critical metals used in high-performance magnets, Cyclic Materials supports industries such as wind turbines, electric vehicles, and electronics. This approach not only helps reduce carbon dioxide emissions but also enhances local supply chains by reintroducing these materials back into the manufacturing process.

New School Foods

Grant in 2023
New School Foods is a producer of plant-based seafood alternatives that aims to provide consumers with products replicating the texture, flavor, nutritional benefits, and cooking experience of traditional seafood. Their flagship offering is a plant-based filet designed to resemble wild salmon, catering to the growing demand for sustainable food options. By focusing on creating whole-muscle seafood substitutes, New School Foods seeks to contribute to a more compassionate and sustainable food system, appealing to a global market of consumers interested in healthier and environmentally friendly dietary choices.

Provision Analytics

Grant in 2023
Provision Analytics Inc., founded in 2018 and headquartered in Calgary, Canada, specializes in cloud-based solutions for food safety management. The company provides software designed for food processors and manufacturers, streamlining food safety processes by automating data input and recall procedures. This technology connects detailed process data with production outcomes, enabling the generation of analytics that help minimize food loss and improve quality control. By enhancing traceability and tracking throughout the supply chain, Provision Analytics supports the food industry in ensuring safety and compliance.

3E Nano

Grant in 2023
3E Nano Inc. is a Canadian company based in Kitchener that specializes in the development and commercialization of diamond-like carbon coatings designed to control heat and light emission. Founded in 2006, the company produces optically and thermally tunable solar control coatings that can be applied to various transparent media, including windows, windshields, greenhouses, and solar modules. These low-cost coatings enable manufacturers to create energy-efficient products that help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, making them suitable for a wide range of applications in both residential and commercial sectors.

Hortau

Grant in 2023
Hortau Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in the design and manufacture of wireless and web-based irrigation management systems. Founded in 2002 by Dr. Jean Caron and Jocelyn Boudreau, the company integrates proprietary soil sensing technologies with advanced information systems to optimize irrigation practices. Hortau’s product offerings include the WEB-TX4 Field Monitoring Stations, which transmit key soil and weather data to a cloud-based platform, and the 1k Extended Range Sensor, a tensiometer that helps growers manage deficit irrigation and monitor plant health. Additionally, the company provides various sensors that measure soil tension, temperature, and humidity, as well as comprehensive weather stations that track environmental conditions. Their cloud-based software, Irrolis, captures and analyzes real-time data, supporting agricultural managers in enhancing crop production and resource efficiency. With operations in Canada and the United States, Hortau aims to reduce water use, energy consumption, and nutrient loss while improving crop yield and productivity.

Carbonova

Grant in 2023
Carbonova is a company focused on the development of carbon nanofibers, leveraging a proprietary chemical process to convert carbon dioxide and waste heat from power plants into high-strength carbon fiber. This innovative technology not only enhances performance across various applications but also promotes sustainability by transforming greenhouse gas emissions into valuable solid commodities. By utilizing waste feedstocks, Carbonova aims to address environmental challenges while providing industries with economically viable solutions for their material needs.

Aurea Technologies

Grant in 2023
Aurea Technologies is a technology solutions company. Its technology enhances the marketing cycle to enable its users to understand their customer profiles and contexts and measure the impact of their campaigns. The company’s intelligent context and location technologies enable the construction of complete Omni-channel solutions, integrating the intelligence gained through digital channels and payment with physical environments. The company offers technology solutions such as beacon enterprise technology, virtual perimeters zillions, and enterprise integration SDKs and APIs. Additionally, the company offers retargeting and custom communication intelligence. Aurea Technologies was founded by Rodrigo Mazzilli in 2014 and is headquartered in Porto Alegre, Brazil.

Picketa Systems

Grant in 2023
Picketa Systems Precision specializes in developing a leaf-evaluated-nutrient system for real-time plant tissue analysis. The company's platform eliminates the delay typically associated with analyzing plant samples, empowering growers to make timely, data-driven decisions without disrupting their workflow. By tracking field performance and assessing the impact of various crop varieties, fertilizer products, and techniques over multiple seasons, Picketa Systems helps farmers optimize their practices. Additionally, the technology scans nutrient concentrations in both plant tissue and soil, providing detailed information on nutrient data, local weather conditions, and fertilizer application history. This enables farmers to manage fertilizer usage efficiently and gather accurate insights to enhance crop yield.

Skaldyr

Grant in 2023
Skaldyr upcycles seafood waste into ingredients for food, animal feed, and fertilizer.

Next Hydrogen Solutions

Grant in 2022
Next Hydrogen Solutions, established in 2007 and headquartered in Mississauga, Canada, specializes in the design and manufacture of electrolyzers. These devices convert water into clean hydrogen using electricity from renewable sources. The company offers a range of services including installation, maintenance, training, and consulting, along with electrolytic hydrogen production for end users. Next Hydrogen Solutions aims to reduce clean hydrogen generation costs from renewable energy, facilitating its widespread adoption to decarbonize the global economy.

KorrAI

Grant in 2022
KorrAI is a technology company focused on addressing the challenges posed by climate change through advanced monitoring solutions. The company has developed a satellite-based platform that utilizes cloud computing and artificial intelligence to detect and analyze ground motion, allowing for the identification of minute changes in the earth's surface, such as land subsidence. By assessing the physical integrity of critical infrastructure, including bridges, dams, and highways, KorrAI provides clients with accurate risk maps that inform engineering and maintenance decisions. This innovative approach aims to promote resilient infrastructure and support better business decisions in the face of evolving environmental conditions.

KorrAI

Pre Seed Round in 2022
KorrAI is a technology company focused on addressing the challenges posed by climate change through advanced monitoring solutions. The company has developed a satellite-based platform that utilizes cloud computing and artificial intelligence to detect and analyze ground motion, allowing for the identification of minute changes in the earth's surface, such as land subsidence. By assessing the physical integrity of critical infrastructure, including bridges, dams, and highways, KorrAI provides clients with accurate risk maps that inform engineering and maintenance decisions. This innovative approach aims to promote resilient infrastructure and support better business decisions in the face of evolving environmental conditions.

Peak Power

Grant in 2022
Peak Power Inc. is a Toronto-based energy storage services provider established in 2015, with operations extending to New York and various regions in the United States. The company specializes in intelligent software and project solutions aimed at reducing electricity costs and enhancing energy efficiency for utilities and building owners. Its flagship product, Peak Synergy, is a versatile energy management platform that optimizes battery energy storage systems, grid-interactive buildings, and electric vehicles. This software enables commercial real estate and industrial clients to lower operational expenses, decrease emissions, and participate effectively in electricity markets. Peak Power's innovative projects have been deployed across over 13 million square feet of real estate, with approximately 150 megawatt-hours of battery and electric vehicle capacity under contract. The company's mission is to facilitate a sustainable energy transition by unlocking financial benefits and improving grid resilience for its customers.

Green Graphite Technologies

Grant in 2022
Green Graphite Technologies specializes in the development of a sustainable process to purify graphite, primarily targeting applications in electric vehicles. The company focuses on converting natural flake graphite and production scrap into battery-grade graphite suitable for lithium-ion batteries. By employing an environmentally friendly method, Green Graphite Technologies aims to address the significant supply gap in the graphite market, facilitating the adoption of electric vehicles while promoting sustainability within the industry.

ZeroIN

Grant in 2022
ZeroIN is a food-tech company focused on developing innovative sugar reduction technologies. The company produces natural sweeteners designed to counteract the negative effects of excessive sugar consumption. Its flagship product, Sweet Fiber, is a scalable and cost-effective sugar substitute that meets consumer demand for healthier options. By providing drop-in sugar replacements derived from natural sources, ZeroIN caters to the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries, helping them incorporate healthier sugar alternatives into their offerings.

Drinkable

Grant in 2022
Drinkable is a water technology company focused on promoting water autonomy by providing individuals with the tools to assess their drinking water quality. The company has developed the world's first portable, handheld water testing device that allows users to detect contamination with a simple press of a button. This device offers an intuitive thumbs up/down display, providing immediate feedback on water safety. For a more comprehensive analysis, users can connect the device to their smartphones to access detailed contamination reports, risk profiles, and personalized treatment plans. Drinkable's innovative approach aims to empower individuals to manage their water quality and enhance awareness of potential contaminants in their drinking water.

OceanSync

Grant in 2022
OceanSync is a company that specializes in developing advanced weather data gathering systems. It has created ship-based automated weather stations capable of capturing real-time environmental data from a fleet of ocean-going vessels. This innovative platform enables the collection and transfer of significant amounts of offshore weather information, allowing businesses to monitor and respond to changing weather conditions effectively. By leveraging its technology, OceanSync aims to enhance the availability and accuracy of environmental data for various applications in maritime and related industries.

Plaex

Grant in 2022
Plaex Building Systems is dedicated to addressing the significant waste generated by the construction industry through innovative solutions. The company specializes in transforming various types of recycled waste, including agricultural, marine, and municipal plastics, into a unique composite material known as PLAEXcrete, which consists of over 90% recycled content. This sustainable material is used to manufacture modular construction blocks that eliminate the need for cutting or mortar, thereby streamlining the building process and reducing costs for builders. By focusing on waste management and the conversion of thermal plastic waste into durable building materials, Plaex Building Systems offers a practical approach to sustainable construction practices.

Reusables

Seed Round in 2022
Reusables.com is a company focused on reducing plastic waste by facilitating the transition from single-use packaging to reusable options for restaurants, cafes, and grocery stores. Through its innovative container tracking platform, Reusables provides businesses with the tools needed to implement a circular economy. The platform utilizes IoT-enabled technology to track reusable containers, allowing for real-time visibility and connectivity among end-users, restaurants, cleaning services, and logistics partners. Reusables offers a zero-waste container-sharing service featuring durable stainless steel containers that can be used, returned, sanitized, and reused up to a thousand times before being recycled. The company's mission is to replace single-use packaging with sustainable alternatives, aiming for a future with zero waste.

Anodyne Chemistries

Grant in 2022
Anodyne Chemistries is a Vancouver-based company focused on the sustainable production of critical chemicals. Utilizing innovative biochemistry, Anodyne employs enzymes and renewable electricity to convert carbon dioxide and other bio-based feedstocks into valuable industrial chemicals, materials, and fuels. The company's breakthrough technology not only eliminates emissions but also transforms CO2 into products traditionally derived from fossil fuels, thereby addressing climate change and promoting carbon utilization. By engineering novel enzymes and developing bioelectric pathways, Anodyne aims to maximize carbon efficiency in chemical production, enabling clients to reduce costs and improve competitiveness in the market. Through its mission, Anodyne Chemistries seeks to create a climate-positive world by reimagining how emissions are recycled into useful products.

Intelligent City

Series A in 2022
Intelligent City Inc. is a Vancouver-based company founded in 2008 that specializes in the design and construction of urban housing. The company has developed a fully integrated, technology-enabled building platform focused on delivering multi-family housing to address pressing urban challenges such as affordability and sustainability. Utilizing mass timber construction, Intelligent City merges design, engineering, and fabrication processes through a customized approach that balances personalization with the efficiency of mass production. The platform employs principles of passive house performance and automated manufacturing, combined with proprietary parametric software, to offer products that provide significant advantages in affordability, longevity, and environmental sustainability, ultimately catering to the needs of urban residents.

Nexus Robotics

Grant in 2022
Nexus Robotics, established in 2017 and headquartered in Halifax, Canada, specializes in developing autonomous robots for the agriculture industry. Their primary product is a weeding robot that effectively removes weeds while preserving crops, using a camera system and AI to differentiate between the two. This robot not only extracts weeds but also provides farmers with crop health data, enabling more informed decision-making.

ZEN Electric Bikes

Grant in 2022
ZEN Electric Bikes is focused on manufacturing electric bikes designed to promote the adoption of electrified transportation. The company emphasizes the efficiency and environmental benefits of e-bikes as sustainable alternatives to traditional modes of transport. By reducing carbon footprints and supporting both mental and physical well-being, ZEN Electric Bikes aims to contribute positively to the health of the planet and its inhabitants. The company offers a variety of electric bikes in multiple colors at competitive prices, making sustainable mobility more accessible to a wider audience.

Tengiva

Grant in 2022
Tengiva is a pioneering company that has developed a comprehensive B2B marketplace and e-commerce solution aimed at transforming the $1.8 trillion textile supply chain. Its innovative platform integrates a Supply Chain Manager and Product Information Manager, enabling brands and suppliers to mitigate risks, reduce costs, and expedite product development. Unlike traditional systems, Tengiva's approach utilizes a unified, structured database, allowing merchants to execute global distribution strategies efficiently from a single interface. The company's software centralizes access to data on in-stock textile products and curated fabrics from worldwide suppliers, promoting transparency and optimizing resource usage throughout the supply chain. By facilitating improved practices across textile manufacturers, industry associations, governmental organizations, and apparel brands, Tengiva is set to revolutionize interactions and transactions within the global textile industry.

Sollum

Grant in 2022
Sollum Technologies Inc., established in 2015 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, specializes in designing and manufacturing innovative lighting systems. The company's core product is a smart LED lighting solution that dynamically replicates the full spectrum of natural sunlight, optimizing growth conditions for crops and animals. Sollum works closely with greenhouse producers, tailoring light recipes to match the growth cycles of various plants, regardless of their native climate or greenhouse location. This adaptive technology not only enhances energy efficiency and productivity but also improves produce quality, all while minimizing environmental impact.

SPARK Microsystems

Grant in 2022
SPARK Microsystems is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in ultra-low power wireless communication technologies for the Internet of Things (IoT). The company develops a high-performance wireless transceiver that significantly enhances energy efficiency and reduces latency, achieving faster data rates compared to existing solutions. SPARK Microsystems' patented technology extends the battery life of electronic devices, enabling the possibility of battery-less operation for wireless devices. This innovation is poised to play a crucial role in the advancement of IoT applications, facilitating more efficient and sustainable wireless communication.

Pulse Industrial

Grant in 2022
Pulse Industrial is a California-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing advanced monitoring solutions for industrial plants. The company focuses on creating sensors and devices that provide a comprehensive view of common valves and steam traps, which are critical components of steam generation processes. Pulse Industrial's flagship product, QALM, utilizes artificial intelligence to detect and monitor steam leaks by analyzing vibration and acoustic behavior. This innovative technology enables real-time alerts to maintenance personnel, facilitating timely interventions and enhancing operational safety. By leveraging low power wide area communication, Pulse Industrial's solutions aim to optimize energy efficiency and reduce fuel consumption across various industrial applications.

Chinova Bioworks

Funding Round in 2022
Chinova Bioworks Inc. is a Canadian company established in 2016, specializing in the development of natural antimicrobials for the beverage industry. Based in Fredericton, the company utilizes a chitosan polymer derived from fungal-sourced technology, specifically natural fibers from mushrooms. This innovative antimicrobial offers broad-spectrum protection against spoilage, effectively enhancing the shelf life of fresh juices and other products. Chinova's preservative is recognized for being a natural and healthy ingredient, making it suitable for use not only in foods and beverages but also in cosmetics and personal care items. By providing solutions that improve quality and freshness while reducing food waste, Chinova Bioworks aims to increase consumer satisfaction and support manufacturers in their efforts to deliver premium products.

SolarSteam

Seed Round in 2022
SolarSteam is a hardtech startup focused on developing innovative renewable concentrated solar technology to tackle the challenges of rising heat generation costs and high carbon emissions. The company aims to provide renewable heat energy systems for hard-to-abate industries, including cement, steel, chemical processes, food and alcohol production, and mining. These industries typically depend on high-temperature heat generated from carbon-intensive sources for their operations. By offering alternative energy solutions, SolarSteam enables companies to lower their carbon footprint and reduce operational costs, contributing to a more sustainable future.

Enedym

Grant in 2022
Enedym is a technology company focused on developing advanced magnet-free switched reluctance motors (SRMs), ePowertrains, and motor controls. Founded as a start-up from McMaster University, the company is located at the McMaster Innovation Park in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. Enedym holds over 50 patents and pending patent applications stemming from research conducted by Dr. Ali Emadi and his team at the McMaster Automotive Resource Centre. The company aims to significantly reduce the cost of electric propulsion motors and facilitate a transformative shift in the electric motor industry through innovative SRM drive technologies. Enedym's electric motors are designed for high efficiency at elevated speeds, capable of fault-tolerant operation, and are suitable for harsh environments and high-temperature conditions, providing clients with cost-effective, efficient, and robust electric technologies.

Wyvern

Grant in 2022
Wyvern is a company specializing in hyperspectral earth observation satellites designed to capture high-resolution imagery across numerous narrow spectral bands. By utilizing advanced hyperspectral sensors on its Dragonette satellites, Wyvern enables the identification of unique chemical and physical properties of the Earth's surface. This capability provides valuable data applicable to various industries, including agriculture, forestry management, and environmental monitoring. The smaller size of Wyvern's satellites does not compromise their spatial resolution or spectral content, making high-quality imagery accessible at competitive prices. This innovative approach allows users to make informed decisions more rapidly, thereby enhancing site monitoring, mapping, and geospatial intelligence applications.

Promise Robotics

Grant in 2021
Promise Robotics is a construction technology company focused on transforming the building industry through industrialized robotics and artificial intelligence. By providing ready-to-deploy robotic systems and Software as a Service (SaaS) production management services, the company aims to facilitate the construction of NetZero-ready timber buildings. Promise Robotics accelerates manufacturing times and mitigates uncertainties in the building process, enabling real estate developers to utilize advanced automation for more efficient and sustainable construction. Through its innovative approach, the company seeks to make affordable building solutions more accessible while promoting environmentally friendly practices in the construction sector.

Prairie Robotics

Seed Round in 2021
Prairie Robotics is focused on developing artificial intelligence solutions aimed at improving waste management and recycling processes. The company creates IoT-based systems that assist municipalities by equipping recycling vehicles with cameras, GPS, and onboard computers to identify contaminants at the household level. This technology enables better sorting and estimation of the types and weights of waste, ultimately helping to eliminate residential contamination in recycling streams. Additionally, Prairie Robotics offers targeted education platforms to equip municipalities and waste management companies with the necessary resources for effective outreach and contamination reduction initiatives. Through these innovations, the company seeks to enhance recycling efficiency and promote sustainable waste practices.

Nfinite Nanotech

Seed Round in 2021
Nfinite Nanotechnology is an advanced materials company specializing in open-air atomic layer deposition (ALD) technology to produce functional nanomaterials. The company focuses on enabling innovations in various sectors, including sustainable packaging, batteries, and photovoltaics. Nfinite has developed a rapid open-air nanocoating system that delivers large-area, high-quality ultrathin films at speeds up to 100 times faster than traditional ALD methods, significantly reducing costs. This technology sets new industry standards by providing packaging manufacturers with the ability to create cost-effective, sustainable packaging solutions that are fully compostable, recyclable, and capable of preserving product freshness and shelf life. Through its innovative approach, Nfinite aims to accelerate the development and commercialization of transformative technologies for a sustainable future.

One Silicon Chip Photonics

Grant in 2021
One Silicon Chip Photonics Inc. is a Montreal-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in the design, development, and production of advanced navigation sensors for autonomous vehicles. The company focuses on creating Micro-Opto-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MOEMS) components, which are integrated on Silicon-On-Insulator substrates to produce high-performance sensors. One Silicon Chip Photonics is known for its innovative optical-integrated gyroscopes and 6-axis Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs), which deliver superior performance in challenging environments. These sensors are significantly smaller, more power-efficient, and cost-effective compared to traditional fiber-optic gyroscope solutions, while also outpacing conventional low-cost MEMS-based IMUs in terms of reliability and environmental resilience. By offering advanced motion sensing technologies, One Silicon Chip Photonics aims to enhance the capabilities of the autonomous vehicle and drone markets.

Open Ocean Robotics

Grant in 2021
Open Ocean Robotics is a company that specializes in collecting ocean data using solar-powered autonomous boats. Founded in 2018 and based in Victoria, British Columbia, the company operates unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) equipped with sensors, cameras, and communication devices. These boats can gather real-time information from various locations across the ocean, providing valuable insights for environmental protection and sustainability. Their data collection capabilities are instrumental in monitoring ocean traffic, detecting illegal fishing activities, studying marine mammals, and understanding the effects of climate change. By offering a safe, efficient, and cost-effective alternative to traditional crewed vessels, Open Ocean Robotics contributes to the preservation of marine ecosystems and the promotion of responsible ocean management.

Cobric Chemicals

Grant in 2021
Cobric Chemicals specializes in clean-tech solutions, focusing on the development and implementation of innovative recycling technologies. The company has created a proprietary high-temperature metal recovery process designed to extract zinc from secondary sources, enhancing efficiency in by-product management. Cobric collaborates with established waste management firms to develop its waste recycling market, aiming to mitigate risks and expedite profitability. By commercializing and demonstrating its clean-tech solutions, Cobric enables clients to license these technologies for specific applications, thereby promoting sustainable practices within the recycling industry.

Polar Sapphire

Grant in 2021
Polar Sapphire Ltd. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in the manufacture and sale of high-purity aluminum oxide powder, also known as alumina. The company produces alumina in various purity levels, ranging from 3N to 6N, and offers it in multiple particle size distributions tailored for diverse applications. Polar Sapphire's alumina serves as feedstock for the production of sapphire ingots, which are essential for making substrates in the LED lighting industry. Additionally, the company's high-purity alumina is utilized in high-performance engineered ceramics, polishing applications, and abrasion-resistant coatings. With a proprietary production method, Polar Sapphire aims to provide low-cost, high-quality alumina to meet the growing demands of its market.

Red Leaf Pulp

Grant in 2021
Red Leaf's process is an environmentally conscious pulping method that will revolutionize the paper industry. Pulp generated from non-wood fibres has physical characteristics that are comparable to hardwood and superior to recycled fibre.

Mikro-Tek

Grant in 2021
Mikro-Tek is an environmental biotechnology company based in Timmins, Ontario, specializing in carbon project development and the supply of carbon offset credits. Since its establishment in 2003, the company has focused on generating offset credits through innovative land use projects, particularly in forestry. Mikro-Tek has successfully planted new forests on over 7,500 hectares of unproductive land in Chile and has implemented reforestation initiatives in the Canadian boreal forest. These projects have collectively produced approximately 1.4 million carbon offset credits, which are available to industries seeking to fulfill their emission reduction commitments in an environmentally sustainable manner. Additionally, Mikro-Tek develops naturally occurring soil micro-organisms, specifically mycorrhizal fungi, to enhance soil health and support sustainable agricultural practices.

Polystyvert

Grant in 2021
Polystyvert Inc. is a Canadian company founded in 2011, specializing in polystyrene recycling services. Based in Anjou, the company employs innovative dissolution technology to efficiently collect and recycle polystyrene, restoring it to its original quality. By focusing on recycling, Polystyvert aims to reduce the volume of polystyrene waste in landfills and minimize fossil fuel consumption, thereby contributing to environmental preservation. The company's services enhance the product life cycle of polystyrene, offering a sustainable solution for clients seeking to mitigate their environmental impact.

Validere

Grant in 2021
Validere Technologies Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in providing critical information about liquids through innovative measurement, reporting, and verification solutions. Founded in 2015, Validere develops portable devices, including the Validere Identifier, which assesses the hazardous nature of liquids by referencing a comprehensive library. Additionally, the company offers EDGE Connect, a platform that facilitates secure connections between buyers and sellers, enabling the discovery of arbitrage opportunities. Validere's main focus is on liquid fingerprinting, industrial process monitoring, and optimizing logistics within the energy sector. By delivering accessible and verifiable testing data, Validere aids organizations in making informed business decisions and enhances the accuracy of crude oil testing, ensuring accountability and quality across operations. The company's expertise in emissions management and tracking further positions it as a valuable partner for energy companies seeking to improve their financial and environmental performance.

SENTRY

Grant in 2021
SENTRY is a Canadian company that specializes in biological monitoring solutions for the water and wastewater treatment industry. It has developed a bio-electrode sensor technology that provides real-time insights into microbial performance within both anaerobic and aerobic treatment systems. By monitoring microbial metabolic activity, SENTRY's platform enables operators to make immediate adjustments to optimize treatment processes and minimize adverse effects on water system performance. With a focus on enhancing operational efficiency, SENTRY serves a global customer base, addressing the critical needs of water management in various settings.

Milk Moovement

Grant in 2021
Milk Moovement is a computer software company specializing in the dairy supply chain, established in 2018 and headquartered in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. The company offers a cloud-based platform that connects all participants in the dairy supply chain, providing features such as transportation monitoring, production tracking, quality monitoring, and producer payment. This comprehensive milk management system serves as an Enterprise Resource Platform (ERP), allowing users to track milk pick-ups and production while facilitating the identification of process improvements. By delivering actionable intelligence and access to vital performance metrics, Milk Moovement aims to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and maximize profitability for stakeholders throughout the dairy supply chain.

GHGSat

Grant in 2021
GHGSat is a pioneering company in the field of remote sensing, specializing in the monitoring of greenhouse gas emissions, air quality gases, and other trace gases from industrial sources worldwide. Launched in June 2016, GHGSat introduced the first high-resolution satellite capable of measuring emissions of carbon dioxide and methane from any industrial facility globally. Utilizing proprietary technology, GHGSat delivers accurate emissions data and services at a significantly reduced cost compared to traditional methods, enabling facility owners to monitor emissions in near-real-time. By improving access to emissions information, the company aids industries in measuring, controlling, and ultimately reducing their greenhouse gas emissions. GHGSat has expanded its capabilities with additional satellites and also employs its technology on aircraft to enhance resolution for specific markets, including shale operations. Furthermore, the company is developing applications to monitor air quality and other trace gases, addressing diverse environmental concerns across various sectors.

Pani Energy

Seed Round in 2021
Pani helps optimize water treatment plants, accelerating the water sector toward net zero. Current product: a cloud-based machine learning software platform that can elevate the efficiency of industrial and city scale desalination and wastewater treatment plants, without any retrofits or disruption to operations. Pani's award-winning AI Coach™ aggregates and ingests data from the plant, then analyzes, visualizes, and instructs operators how to optimize their plant's performance, saving time, resources, and the environment.

Azzera

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Azzera is a provider of a comprehensive software solution dedicated to emissions management and regulatory compliance in the aviation sector. In late 2023, the company launched its platform, Celeste, which has quickly gained traction by supporting over 500 aircraft and 40 operators in adhering to various emissions regulations, such as the EU ETS, UK ETS, Swiss ETS, CORSIA, and EU ReFuel. Celeste streamlines the management of sustainability initiatives, including Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), by facilitating physical SAF procurement and the book and claim process. As operators navigate an increasingly complex regulatory landscape, Azzera's platform enables them to monitor emissions, offset their carbon footprint, and manage competing requirements efficiently from a single interface. In addition to compliance management, Azzera also offers services related to the brokerage, sale, and trade of carbon credits, further supporting clients in their sustainability efforts.

Viridis Terra

Venture Round in 2021
Viridis Terra International is an environmental service company dedicated to the restoration of degraded ecosystems, lands, and soils. It specializes in the formulation, implementation, and sustainable management of large-scale reforestation, afforestation, and agroforest landscape restoration projects. Utilizing advanced biotechnologies, Viridis Terra enhances the survival and productivity of trees on degraded lands. The company addresses the pressing issue of land degradation while providing nature-based solutions for carbon removal and promoting nature-positive commodity supplies. Through its initiatives, Viridis Terra aims to improve the quality of life for landholders and contribute positively to the environment.

HaiLa

Grant in 2021
HaiLa Technologies Inc., established in 2017, specializes in developing wireless connectivity platforms for remote data capture and management devices. Based in Montreal, Canada, with offices in Copenhagen, Denmark, and San Francisco, California, the company offers sensors and software that enable Internet of Things (IoT) devices to transmit data using ambient waves, reducing power consumption and extending battery life. HaiLa's solutions cater to diverse applications such as smart homes, agriculture, industry, wearables, and medical devices, aiming to facilitate wide-scale IoT deployment while promoting sustainability.

RainStick

Grant in 2021
RainStick is a company that has developed a WiFi-enabled shower system designed to significantly reduce water and energy consumption while maintaining a luxurious shower experience. Their innovative product recirculates and filters water, allowing users to save up to 80% in both water and energy usage. Additionally, the shower system includes features that track real-time water and energy savings, providing users with insights into their consumption patterns. By focusing on sustainability and advanced shower technology, RainStick aims to transform traditional showering practices into an eco-friendly experience.

Eavor

Venture Round in 2021
Eavor Technologies Inc., established in 2017 and headquartered in Calgary, Canada, specializes in generating industrial-scale electricity using innovative geothermal technology. The company's proprietary system, Eavor-Loop™, harnesses heat from deep within the earth, utilizing wells to produce brine from a subsurface aquifer. This heat is then employed for commercial heating applications and power generation. Eavor's technology mitigates challenges faced by traditional geothermal solutions, offering a clean, carbon-neutral, and scalable baseload power source. The company operates the Eavor-Lite™ Demonstration Project, a prototype of its technology suite, to validate and refine its innovative approach.

Giatec

Grant in 2021
Giatec Scientific Inc., founded in 2010, specializes in developing smart technologies for the concrete industry. The company offers wireless sensors and mobile apps that monitor concrete properties in real-time during various stages of construction, enabling contractors to make informed decisions and optimize mix designs. Additionally, Giatec provides advanced non-destructive testing (NDT) technologies for assessing concrete infrastructure durability and condition, helping engineers manage civil infrastructure more efficiently.

Oneka Technologies

Grant in 2021
Oneka Technologies Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Sherbrooke, Canada, specializes in the development of innovative wave-powered desalination systems that convert ocean water into potable water. The company addresses the challenges of traditional desalination methods, which are often costly and environmentally damaging, by utilizing wave energy to drive the desalination process. This technology enables the production of fresh water with zero greenhouse gas emissions and minimal land use. Oneka's modular units are designed for water-scarce regions, offering a sustainable and affordable solution that can reduce water costs by up to 75%. The company has successfully demonstrated its technology in ocean settings and aims to make the oceans a primary source of drinking water for private islands and coastal communities while ensuring low maintenance and significant cost savings.

Flyscan

Grant in 2021
Flyscan Systems Inc. is a Québec-based company established in 2015, specializing in the development of airborne technology for detecting oil leaks in pipelines. The company's innovative platform automates the identification of small oil leaks and offers various visual inspection functions tailored for the energy sector. By utilizing industrial optics and photonics systems mounted on airborne vehicles, Flyscan provides remote detection services that enable clients to monitor underground pipelines effectively. This technology helps clients promptly address any leakages, thereby mitigating potential environmental damages.

Axine Water Technologies

Grant in 2021
Axine Water Technologies Inc. is a Vancouver-based company specializing in innovative wastewater treatment solutions. Established in 2010, the firm focuses on developing chemical-free systems designed to address high concentrations of complex and toxic organic pollutants, including phenols, pharmaceuticals, and ammonia, in industrial wastewater. Utilizing proprietary electrolytic oxidation technology, Axine's systems effectively treat various pollutants in a single step without the need for chemicals or the production of sludge. The company's solutions cater to a diverse range of industries, including oil and gas, petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, textiles, and waste management, helping clients reduce costs and enhance the performance of their wastewater management processes.

Optel Group

Grant in 2021
Optel Group specializes in traceability systems primarily for the pharmaceutical and medical device sectors. The company offers solutions that ensure the quality of consumer health products and combat counterfeiting. By providing comprehensive traceability of product distribution, Optel helps organizations achieve regulatory compliance while enhancing supply chain intelligence. Its technologies enable clients to identify, verify, and track individual products, which fosters trust with suppliers and customers. Additionally, Optel is expanding its expertise to other industries, including health-related sectors and smart manufacturing, to promote end-to-end traceability and operational efficiencies. This adaptability positions Optel as a crucial partner in ensuring product safety and maximizing resource utilization across various markets.

Terramera

Grant in 2021
Terramera, founded in 2009 and based in Vancouver, Canada, specializes in developing and manufacturing plant-based pesticides and fertilizers as alternatives to conventional chemical products. The company offers solutions such as Proof for bed bug and dust mite control, Actigate as an organic pesticide, and Rango for pest control and crop protection. Terramera's technology platforms integrate artificial intelligence, science, and nature to promote sustainable farming practices, aiming to create a healthy and safe environment free from toxic chemicals. This approach supports farmers in achieving improved yields and profits through organic and sustainable methods.

PyroGenesis

Grant in 2021
PyroGenesis Canada Inc. specializes in the design, development, manufacturing, and commercialization of advanced plasma processes and systems. The company offers a range of innovative solutions for various industries, including metallurgical, mining, oil and gas, and environmental sectors. Key products include the DROSRITE process for enhancing metal recovery from dross, plasma atomized metal powders, and the PUREVAP process for producing high purity silicon. Additionally, PyroGenesis provides plasma torches for applications in waste treatment, nanotechnology, and advanced materials production, as well as systems for plasma arc gasification and waste destruction. The company is recognized for its engineering and manufacturing expertise, operating from a significant facility in Montréal, Canada, and serving clients across multiple countries.

Ecoation Innovative Solutions

Grant in 2021
Ecoation Innovation Solutions specializes in providing greenhouse growers with advanced tools for the early detection of pests, diseases, and nutrient deficiencies that can impact crop value. By harnessing proprietary artificial intelligence and plant signal data, Ecoation's system delivers daily updates on crop health directly to growers through desktop and smartphone applications. This technology empowers growers to take prompt actions that enhance crop value, lower operating costs, and minimize pesticide usage. Based in Canada, Ecoation's innovative platform integrates elements of biology, automation, sensing, and robotics, aiming to transform agricultural practices and improve overall crop productivity. The company is currently conducting paid field trials in British Columbia greenhouses to demonstrate the effectiveness of its solutions.

Hydrogen Optimized

Grant in 2021
Hydrogen Optimized is a company focused on the development and commercialization of advanced large-scale green hydrogen production systems. Its flagship technology, the RuggedCell™ high-current water electrolysis system, is engineered to deliver cost-effective green hydrogen suitable for the largest industrial applications. By utilizing renewable energy, the company's innovative solutions enable industries to produce hydrogen economically, facilitating the transition to sustainable energy sources. Hydrogen Optimized targets high-growth markets, positioning itself as a leader in hydrogen technology and promoting the adoption of green hydrogen across various sectors.

Environmental Material Science

Grant in 2021
EMS is a technological solution. They are dedicated to solving the environmental management and sustainability challenges faced by their customers.Their services include pipelines, consulting groups, pipeline service companies, refineries, small town municipalities, agricultural companies, and mining companies.

Molded Precision Components

Grant in 2021
MPC address the automotive industry need for a responsive prototype molding shop, specializing in high quality plastic parts such as gears and complex assemblies. MPC are a mid-size, hands-on, owner-operated business with a fully engaged and highly motivated work force who all take pride in maintaining our reputation for uncompromising product quality and customer service.

Lorama Group

Grant in 2021
Lorama Group is both a manufacturer of Colour Dispersions & Bio-based Additives, as well as an international distributor of Specialty Chemicals and Functional Extenders. Through our entrepreneurial spirit and with deep expertise in global regulatory and raw material requirements, Lorama has grown to service a multitude of markets across over 90 countries.

QEA Tech

Grant in 2021
QEA Tech is a software company that combines AI, drone technology, and thermal imaging to provide insights into the building envelope. They process thousands of images using its proprietary software, transforming each pixel into a comprehensive 3D model of the building for quantifiable data and insights. Using 10,000+ high-resolution drone images, proprietary QEA Tech software converts each pixel into quantifiable data and a comprehensive 3D model before uploading each image to the cloud-based dashboard for 24/7 access. The QEA System identifies where and how much energy is being wasted in a building's envelope, allowing you to prioritize repairs and calculate payback and ROI. The QEA Solution calculates Negawatt (NKwh), which quantifies energy gushers (heat and cool air escaping) through the walls, windows, doors, and roof of the building.

Precision AI

Grant in 2021
Precision AI is a company dedicated to revolutionizing agriculture through advanced artificial intelligence technologies. Based in North America, the firm develops AI-powered drones that enhance crop protection and farming practices. These drones enable precise, plant-level decision-making for crop production, reducing reliance on bulkier traditional technology. By integrating with existing sprayers and using drones to apply chemicals more efficiently, Precision AI helps farmers minimize chemical overuse and broadcast spraying. This approach aims to create healthier, more profitable farms while addressing global agricultural challenges.

Maxen

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Maxen is a Montreal-based company focused on reducing the environmental footprint of buildings by enhancing energy efficiency and operational management. The company develops management systems that allow building managers to optimize their operations and energy processes. Maxen's platform facilitates equipment audits compatible with computerized maintenance management systems, integrating seamlessly with clients' building management systems. This approach enables businesses to achieve centralized, structured, and accessible operations management, ultimately promoting sustainable practices within the built environment.

Argentum

Seed Round in 2020
Argentum Electronics, Inc. designs and manufactures advanced Smart Power over Ethernet Controllers (S.P.E.C), which utilize Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) technologies for efficient power delivery and management. Their product line includes cloud-managed PoE splitters and power combiners aimed at high-power PoE applications, primarily servicing commercial and industrial sectors such as LED lighting and fan speed control. The company also focuses on modular DC power distribution systems, intelligent building automation, and wireless multi-sensor networks to help clients reduce electricity demand and enhance overall energy performance within buildings. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Argentum caters to a diverse clientele that includes building owners, architects, engineers, and construction firms.

Nord Quantique

Seed Round in 2020
Nord Quantique is a company that specializes in the development of advanced quantum processors utilizing second-generation technology. It focuses on creating superconducting circuits that effectively reduce errors at the individual qubit level, thereby addressing significant challenges within the quantum computing field. By enhancing the reliability and performance of quantum processors, Nord Quantique aims to unlock the full potential of quantum computing applications. This innovative approach facilitates a quicker transition to fault-tolerant quantum computers, ultimately providing businesses with improved capabilities in harnessing quantum technologies.

Pani Energy

Grant in 2020
Pani helps optimize water treatment plants, accelerating the water sector toward net zero. Current product: a cloud-based machine learning software platform that can elevate the efficiency of industrial and city scale desalination and wastewater treatment plants, without any retrofits or disruption to operations. Pani's award-winning AI Coach™ aggregates and ingests data from the plant, then analyzes, visualizes, and instructs operators how to optimize their plant's performance, saving time, resources, and the environment.

Hifi Engineering

Grant in 2020
HiFi Engineering Inc. specializes in the development of advanced fiber optic sensing systems, hardware, and visualization software designed for downhole and pipeline applications. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Calgary, Canada, the company offers a range of products, including its HDS MiCro tool for downhole flow monitoring and the HDS MaCro system for permanent pipeline and reservoir monitoring. HiFi Engineering’s systems are tailored for oil and gas service companies in North America, focusing on critical applications such as reservoir monitoring, well integrity assessment, and leak detection. The company’s technology is supported by over 33 patents, showcasing its commitment to innovation in the field. With a team of experienced electrical and software engineers, HiFi Engineering emphasizes the delivery of high-quality data through its cutting-edge sensing technology and software platforms.

Elocity

Seed Round in 2020
Elocity is a cleantech company based in Toronto, Canada, specializing in intelligent and connected platforms for smart electric vehicle (EV) charging. Founded in 2018, Elocity leverages artificial intelligence and Internet of Things technologies to offer HIEV, a digital platform that aids utilities in managing EV charging demand and integrating electromobility into existing electricity grid infrastructure. The company serves a diverse clientele, including power utilities, local distribution companies, municipalities, and EV charging network operators in North America and internationally. Elocity’s solutions are designed to support the electrification of transportation, helping clients manage EV charging efficiently while contributing to cleaner and more sustainable energy systems. Additionally, the company has sales offices in Cypress, Texas; Dubai, United Arab Emirates; and Noida, India, along with an engineering location in Bengaluru, India.

ReelData AI

Seed Round in 2020
ReelData AI specializes in developing artificial intelligence software tailored for the aquaculture industry. Based in Halifax, Canada, the company offers advanced monitoring solutions for fish farms, utilizing feed cameras to measure key metrics such as biomass, sea lice presence, and overall fish health in real-time. This technology enables fish farms to optimize their operations by providing crucial insights into weight distributions, feeding patterns, and growth analysis. By improving the efficiency of feed usage and enhancing fish health, ReelData AI aims to support aquaculture businesses in maximizing their productivity and sustainability. The company was established in 2019.

Freshr Sustainable Technologies

Seed Round in 2020
Freshr Sustainable Technologies specializes in the development of compostable active packaging materials aimed at enhancing the shelf life of fresh foods, with an initial focus on fresh fish. The company's innovative packaging solutions are crafted from naturally derived resources, which help maintain the texture and moisture content of fish while effectively targeting harmful bacteria. This approach not only extends the freshness of seafood but also enables fish processing companies to minimize waste, contributing to more sustainable practices in the food industry and reducing reliance on traditional plastics.

Summit Nanotech

Seed Round in 2020
Summit Nanotech Corporation is a cleantech company based in Calgary, Canada, focused on revolutionizing lithium extraction to support the global energy transition. Founded in 2018, the company specializes in a patented direct lithium extraction (DLE) technology that aims to provide sustainable and economically viable solutions for lithium producers. By collaborating with mining companies and lithium asset owners in regions such as Chile and Argentina, Summit Nanotech seeks to optimize operations and conserve natural resources while minimizing environmental impact. The company's innovative approach positions it as a leader in developing cost-effective solutions for the growing demand for battery-grade lithium.

Hydra Energy

Seed Round in 2020
Hydra Energy Corporation is a Canadian company based in Delta that specializes in providing clean combustion solutions through hydrogen as a service for fleet operators. Founded in 2012, the company retrofits diesel-powered heavy-duty vehicles to operate partially on hydrogen, thereby reducing fuel expenditures and lowering carbon emissions. Hydra Energy's innovative business model includes partnerships that facilitate hydrogen supply and fueling, allowing fleet operators to benefit from dual-fuel systems that can utilize both hydrogen and gasoline. This approach not only enhances operational efficiency but also supports the transition to cleaner transportation without imposing additional costs on the fleets it serves.

OneFeather

Seed Round in 2020
OneFeather is an indigenous technology company focused on enhancing access to indigenous rights and protecting community data. The company provides an online platform that facilitates connections among members, leaders, and Nations, thereby fostering stronger communities. Its service offerings include digital voting, status card renewal, and online banking, which empower clients to affirm their identities and address essential membership data management challenges. By delivering these capabilities through everyday devices, OneFeather aims to create opportunities that align with the unique needs of indigenous communities.

Solid State of Mind

Seed Round in 2020
Solid State of Mind is a developer of advanced artificial cognitive architectures that enable systems to adapt in real-time to changing environments. The company specializes in Deep Meaning™, a pioneering form of truly autonomous artificial intelligence. Its interdisciplinary team comprises experts from diverse fields, including cognitive psychology, neuroscience, engineering, physics, and robotics. This expertise allows Solid State of Mind to deliver innovative artificial general intelligence technology, which empowers clients to create robotic systems designed to reduce carbon dioxide emissions.

Evercloak

Seed Round in 2020
Evercloak Inc., founded in 2018 and based in Waterloo, Canada, specializes in the manufacturing of ultra-thin graphene and other two-dimensional nanomaterial films tailored for cleantech applications. The company employs an advanced, cost-effective manufacturing process that produces continuous coatings of single-layer nanomaterials. This innovative approach is designed to facilitate the development of disruptive clean technologies aimed at reducing costs, energy consumption, and greenhouse gas emissions across various sectors, including oil and gas, nuclear, energy, mining, and agri-food. Evercloak's vision centers on enhancing indoor comfort while minimizing energy usage and environmental impact, particularly in the context of building cooling solutions.

Omniply

Seed Round in 2020
Omniply Technologies Inc., established in 2018 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, specializes in manufacturing thin film electronic devices. The company's core products include sensors, displays, and memory, catering to diverse sectors such as lighting, wearables, packaging, solar cells, automotive, and screen displays. Omniply's innovative platform leverages substrate delamination methods, enabling the fabrication of large-area transparent displays, integrated sensors, and display systems. This technology allows for the creation of flexible, comfortable electronic devices that can be easily integrated into various environments, reducing the need for bulky, rigid electronics.

SeeO2 Energy

Seed Round in 2020
SeeO2 Energy is a company dedicated to converting carbon dioxide and water into marketable, clean value-added products through its innovative reversible fuel cell technology. The company specializes in developing efficient reversible solid oxide cells (RSOFCs) that utilize a high-performance catalyst material to facilitate the electrochemical conversion processes. These processes enable the generation of gases such as hydrogen, carbon monoxide, and oxygen on-site, allowing for reliable production. By transforming greenhouse gas emissions into valuable assets, SeeO2 Energy supports customers in reducing their carbon footprint while simultaneously storing excess carbon electricity in the form of fuels and chemicals for future use.

Calogy Solutions

Seed Round in 2020
Calogy Solutions specializes in developing advanced thermal management technologies tailored for electric transportation applications. The company offers a range of solutions including thermal and CFD calculations for electronics thermal management, custom-designed compact liquid cooling systems, heat pipes, vapor chambers, and comprehensive thermal characterization, testing, and validation services. These services involve exposing microelectronic components to various temperature conditions to help clients identify and address thermal challenges in their products, ultimately enhancing safety, increasing component lifetime, and reducing initial costs of vehicles.

One Silicon Chip Photonics

Seed Round in 2020
One Silicon Chip Photonics Inc. is a Montreal-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in the design, development, and production of advanced navigation sensors for autonomous vehicles. The company focuses on creating Micro-Opto-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MOEMS) components, which are integrated on Silicon-On-Insulator substrates to produce high-performance sensors. One Silicon Chip Photonics is known for its innovative optical-integrated gyroscopes and 6-axis Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs), which deliver superior performance in challenging environments. These sensors are significantly smaller, more power-efficient, and cost-effective compared to traditional fiber-optic gyroscope solutions, while also outpacing conventional low-cost MEMS-based IMUs in terms of reliability and environmental resilience. By offering advanced motion sensing technologies, One Silicon Chip Photonics aims to enhance the capabilities of the autonomous vehicle and drone markets.
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