The Velocity Fund is a grant program for startups that offers $390,000 in equity-free funding each year to local startups through its Velocity Fund $25K and Velocity Fund $5K programs at the University of Waterloo. The Velocity Garage incubator is home base to 75+ early-stage startups building technology-based businesses in the heart of Waterloo Region. Velocity Start is workspace on-campus at the University of Waterloo for people who want to learn about entrepreneurship and collaborate with like-minded people. Resources include lounge and workspace, booking space, weekly workshops, and startup coaching. Velocity Science is a partnership between Velocity and the University of Waterloo Faculty of Science, providing students interested in building a science startup with the right tools and resources to initiate and develop world-class science companies. The Velocity Residence provides aspiring entrepreneurs living in Waterloo Residences with the opportunity to collaborate and work on projects they are passionate about.
BeBlended is an online marketplace that connects black women with freelance hairstylists and tailored hair products. BeBlended’s SaaS platform provides scheduling and appointment management for hairstylists while facilitating hair product delivery.
Bridgit Inc., founded in 2014 by civil engineer Lauren Lake and entrepreneur Mallorie Brodie, specializes in construction project management solutions. Headquartered in Kitchener, Canada, the company offers two primary products: Bridgit Bench and Bridgit Field. Bridgit Bench is a construction resource planning and workforce management tool designed to streamline the management of construction resources, eliminating the need for cumbersome spreadsheets. Bridgit Field focuses on enhancing communication, accountability, and visibility on construction sites, making project management more efficient and straightforward. By leveraging modern technology, Bridgit aims to simplify the complexities of construction projects, helping contractors and developers complete their work more effectively and on time.
Maple Precision supplies affordable GNSS positioning solutions. Their aim is to provide farmers with data that will increase confidence when it comes to making big decisions on the field. They have redefined what is possible for farmers, surveyors, explorers, and artists by providing a low-cost solution. It was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Waterloo, Ontario.
Audesse is a company that provides IoT electronic units that can be installed in public transit vehicles for all device management systems which are not limited to reducing costs, operational costs and other maintenance issues. They offer complimentary product services with high quality in delivering objects with advanced activity technologies. They collaborate with consumers and heavy industries for stock deliveries ensuring high quality.
Emergency Response Africa (ERA) is a health technology company focused on transforming emergency medical care in Africa. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria, with a presence in Kitchener, Canada, ERA provides emergency medical services to individuals, families, businesses, and communities. The company utilizes an advanced technology platform that employs intelligent dispatch and communication systems to ensure timely and effective responses to medical emergencies. By connecting patients with a vast network of first responders, emergency vehicles, and hospitals, ERA facilitates immediate care and efficient transfer to appropriate medical facilities. This innovative approach aims to enhance the management of medical emergencies across the continent.
Aurelius' core technology combines artificial intelligence, sensor fusion, and state-of-the-art wearable systems to introduce a new set of capabilities to leaders operating at the front lines of high-risk, mission-critical environments. We focus on applying our technology to defense, first responders, and protecting critical infrastructure. Our first product, Sentio, is a discrete vital monitoring system that provides leaders and operators in mission-critical scenarios with unprecedented amounts of real-time information regarding operator health status and large-scale operational readiness. We are focused on applying this technology to warfighters operating at the front lines of the battlefield, first responders risking their lives to keep us safe, and security teams protecting critical infrastructure.
TagBull is a dataset labeling platform that provides training data by utilizing crowd consensus and HCI research. It combines experience in machine learning, computer vision, game development, and scalable software systems at companies like Google, Apple, Facebook, Snap, and Microsoft to assure that datasets are in capable hands.
Pulse Industrial is a California-based company specializing in the development of advanced monitoring technologies for industrial applications. The company focuses on creating sensors that provide a comprehensive overview of valves and steam traps in industrial plants, enabling predictive maintenance and failure alerts. Its flagship product is an artificial intelligence-powered steam trap monitoring device that utilizes vibration and acoustic analysis to detect steam leaks. By employing low power wide area communication, the device efficiently alerts maintenance personnel to potential issues, thereby enhancing safety and reducing fuel consumption in industrial settings. Through these innovations, Pulse Industrial aims to improve operational efficiency and reliability in steam generation processes.
FEM in STEM is all about providing high school girls with the fundamentals for self-growth and career development- specifically in STEM fields. they are a female empowerment movement focused on making opportunities accessible across Ontario. With the continuous shift forward in bridging the gender gap in STEM, this platform acts as a catalyst to take it one step further.
Oleotech
Grant in 2018
Oleotech is using oleophilic properties of fiber from waste tires to remove hydrocarbons in stormwater runoff.
Intelline Inc. is a Canadian company that specializes in the manufacturing of innovative diesel generators designed to enhance efficiency and sustainability in power production. Established in 2017 and based in Kitchener, it offers a range of products, including the Modular Linear Generator (MLG), which directly converts combustion energy into electricity, and the Reconfigurable Linear Electric Motor (RLEM), utilized in the production of linear motors. Intelline's generators boast a 40 percent improvement in fuel efficiency compared to conventional diesel engines, leading to significant cost savings, particularly for industries such as mining. Additionally, the company is focused on facilitating the transition to sustainable fuels, allowing customers to utilize various fuel types, including natural gas, biofuels, synthetic fuels, and hydrogen. This versatility helps mitigate the impact of fuel price fluctuations while promoting a more eco-friendly approach to energy generation.
Brink Bionics Inc. is a Canadian company based in Waterloo, founded in 2018, that specializes in the development of advanced bionic technologies. The company's flagship product, the Axo Hand, is a myo-electric prosthesis designed for adults with below-elbow limb differences, offering six degrees of freedom for enhanced functionality. In addition to its focus on prosthetics, Brink Bionics integrates machine learning and brain-computer interfaces to create innovative solutions for the gaming industry, including a product called Impulse that enhances interaction with gaming mice. Through its cutting-edge technology, Brink Bionics aims to improve the quality of life for individuals with limb differences while also advancing the gaming experience.
HITCH is a locally-relevant platform for African schools that catalyzes potential by intelligently curating the best educational videos, automatically aligning them with local curricula and textbooks, and storing them on battery-powered video hotspots for convenient student and teacher access offline, via WiFi or local networks.
HITCH goes beyond traditional educational resources, technology literacy barriers, and local power and internet infrastructure, to find and deliver world-class educational resources for the vanguard of Africa's knowledge revolution.
At Nebula Labs, they are developing a system to provide accessible clean water through fog harvesting. They are doing this by using advanced nano materials which are engineered to harvest fog and filter water for safe use.
OcuBlink Inc. develops and offers in vitro eye models to test vision and ophthalmic products. It provides various eye models for ophthalmic product testing that ranges from determining tear deposition on contact lenses and wear-and-tear of devices on the eye to complex studies, such as measuring tear-break up time and pharmacokinetic drug profiles. The company serves research centers, pharmaceutical companies, and ophthalmic companies. OcuBlink Inc. was founded in 2014 and is based in Waterloo, Canada.
Intelline Inc. is a Canadian company that specializes in the manufacturing of innovative diesel generators designed to enhance efficiency and sustainability in power production. Established in 2017 and based in Kitchener, it offers a range of products, including the Modular Linear Generator (MLG), which directly converts combustion energy into electricity, and the Reconfigurable Linear Electric Motor (RLEM), utilized in the production of linear motors. Intelline's generators boast a 40 percent improvement in fuel efficiency compared to conventional diesel engines, leading to significant cost savings, particularly for industries such as mining. Additionally, the company is focused on facilitating the transition to sustainable fuels, allowing customers to utilize various fuel types, including natural gas, biofuels, synthetic fuels, and hydrogen. This versatility helps mitigate the impact of fuel price fluctuations while promoting a more eco-friendly approach to energy generation.
Zergo, operating under the name SannTek Labs Inc., is a Canadian company founded in 2018 and headquartered in Kitchener. The company specializes in manufacturing cannabis breathalyzers, which utilize nanotechnology-based sensors designed to accurately measure marijuana intoxication levels. By focusing on innovative technology, SannTek aims to provide reliable tools for assessing cannabis impairment, contributing to safety and regulatory compliance in environments where cannabis use is prevalent.
Fuzzbuzz is a security platform that protects various software from digital hacks or attacks. It integrates fuzzing into DevOps workflow by automating away complex infrastructure management and setup and connecting with tools. The platform gives alerts when bugs are found, deduplicates, and categorizes them to cut out the noise and false positives, and allows them to easily analyze them via the web UI.
Fuzzbuzz was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Redwood City, California.
Freewheel
Grant in 2018
Freewheel is an accessible, affordable retrofit system for walking devices.
ShiftRide, Inc. designs and develops a mobile application which allows users to find near by available cars for hire. It allows users to list their cars for hire, which other users can book as per their requirement. The application is available on the iOS ecosystem. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Kitchener, Canada.
Tabnex Inc. develops an artificial intelligence platform that provides integrated intelligence on candidates to decrease the costs of hiring, and improve the quality of talent pipeline. The company offers data-driven decisions, event-based automation, and enhanced time to hire. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Kitchener, Canada.
Zergo, operating under the name SannTek Labs Inc., is a Canadian company founded in 2018 and headquartered in Kitchener. The company specializes in manufacturing cannabis breathalyzers, which utilize nanotechnology-based sensors designed to accurately measure marijuana intoxication levels. By focusing on innovative technology, SannTek aims to provide reliable tools for assessing cannabis impairment, contributing to safety and regulatory compliance in environments where cannabis use is prevalent.
Business Summary: In the multi-billion dollar waste disposal & cleaning industry, their focus is the production & distribution of absorbents & cleaning products that work exceedingly better than the competition. Their 1st brand is GreenSorb, which absorbs all fuels, all oils, paints, solvents, bodily fluids, food products, and numerous others. The market is huge and the competition beyond the market leading brand is fragmented. GreenSorb is sold through large distributors that sell to thousands of dealers across the US market. They plan expand their product line to include “best-of-breed” environmentally oriented cleaning products in 2014. Customer Problem: Safe disposal of waste is a growing expense. The U.S. EPA is increasing its inspections of businesses and levying fines for improper waste disposal. The market leading product has been used for decades, but it’s an old solution. There is no "front-running" Green product/brand in the market today. Target Market: Aerospace, Environmental Services, Chemical, Industrial, Oil & Gas, Janitorial-Sanitation (Jan-San), Home-Recreation, Automotive – Commercial Fleet, Office Facilities, and Government (DOD), HAZMAT, Municipalities. Sales & Marketing Strategy: Focused effort in specific, high-return target markets. Recruit large distributors, dealer networks, large customers, & REP groups in multiple industries and allow those companies to sell to their customers. Business Model: Build a large customer base of repeat users by market segment that purchase through industry-known distribution-dealer channels. Their gross margins range from 30-60% based on . Use of Funds: Their concept is proven and they have sales - now they need to increase their customer base to maximize revenues. They plan to increase sales, marketing & advertising expense in targeted markets.
Pulse Industrial is a California-based company specializing in the development of advanced monitoring technologies for industrial applications. The company focuses on creating sensors that provide a comprehensive overview of valves and steam traps in industrial plants, enabling predictive maintenance and failure alerts. Its flagship product is an artificial intelligence-powered steam trap monitoring device that utilizes vibration and acoustic analysis to detect steam leaks. By employing low power wide area communication, the device efficiently alerts maintenance personnel to potential issues, thereby enhancing safety and reducing fuel consumption in industrial settings. Through these innovations, Pulse Industrial aims to improve operational efficiency and reliability in steam generation processes.
NanoCnet Ltd. is a Waterloo-based startup company established in 2016 to manufacture silver nanostructure ink and transparent conductive film. NanoCnet introduces a new generation of nanomaterials for flexible transparent electrodes. Highly transparent electrodes with high electrical conductivity and thermal stability can be fabricated using NanoCnet’s silver based ink. Compared to typical silver nanowire, synthesis process of NanoCnet’s nanomaterial is faster and happens at room temperature which is essential for low-cost manufacturing. The material cost of NanoCnet’s electrodes is 30% lower than typical silver nanowires and 50% lower than ITO films. The unique properties of NanoCnet’s electrodes make them a suitable option for device applications such as touch panels, solar cells, displays, and smart windows.
EPOCH automates social impact programs for HR teams, empowering employees to be happier and more productive. We partner exclusively with top community organizations, personally curates relevant opportunities to employees, and handles logistics end-to-end to put together an event for the workplace. This reduces a 10+ hour process to 0 hours for HR teams. Our vision is to eliminate the hassle of event planning at the workplace for any activity and every employee.
Envoi Technologies Inc. is a Canadian company based in Waterloo, founded in 2017. It offers a mobile application and web-based technology platform designed to connect consumers and retail stores with independent contractor couriers. This innovative platform enables same-day delivery services, allowing retailers to efficiently meet consumer demand. By bypassing the traditional courier model, Envoi enhances the speed and visibility of delivery services, providing a more effective solution for retailers and improving the overall customer experience.
The Altius Ergonomic Tool provides health and safety departments with a fast, easy to use and objective data driven solution (hardware + software) to identify and prevent expensive workplace musculoskeletal injuries (MSDs). We utilize proprietary computer vision algorithms to objectively capture 3D human motion without requiring any tracking markers or wearable devices. Our customers can film workers as they perform their job tasks where our software automatically analyzes the 3D motion data inputs to calculate postures, durations/repetitions and joint forces in near real time. This is used to characterize job task demands as part of a physical demands analysis and identify MSD risk factors based on industry standard ergonomic assessments.
QuantWave provides faster, cheaper, and simpler pathogen detection for drinking water and food suppliers. QuantWave Technologies is dedicated to providing optimal technologies and solutions for pathogen detection in food and drinking water. QuantWave is dedicated to providing a real-time, more cost-effective, easy-to-use and more environmental-friendly solution that will reduce contamination risk, enhance quality operation, and generate cost savings for food and drinking water manufacturing industries, and ultimately better protect public health.
Vena Medical develops a forward viewing imaging microcatheter which allows physicians to see inside patient blood vessels. It offers a microcatheter for performing interventional procedures. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Kitchener, Canada.
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.
EMAGIN Clean Technologies Inc. operates an operational intelligence platform named HARVI, designed for municipal organizations managing water and wastewater treatment facilities. Founded in 2016 and based in Kitchener, Canada, the company leverages artificial intelligence to integrate data management systems, analyze historical data, and predict the impacts of operational decisions. HARVI provides real-time insights, enabling facility operators to monitor system performance and make informed decisions, ultimately supporting cost reduction, enhancing reliability, and preparing for emergencies. Since December 2019, EMAGIN has functioned as a subsidiary of Innovyze, Inc.
Serenity is improving the production and performance of protein-based therapeutics. Serenity Bioworks has large plans for the pharmaceutical industry. Their overall aim is to actualize innovative ideas that will improve the healthcare system for all parties involved. Serenity's first offering is a novel stabilization platform for biologics, called CargoTek. CargoTek has a great potential to enhance the long-term efficacy and safety profiles for biologics, resulting in safe and longer-lasting treatments for patients.
Terrene Inc. operates a charity management platform which enables communication between those who donate and
those who need donations. The company is based in Kitchener, Canada.
LabsCubed Inc. manufactures material automated testing systems. It loads in tensile samples and plastic materials into the machine for the numerical simulation. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Kitchener, Canada.
NERv Technology Inc. develops an implantable biochip with biosensors to detect post-operative complications, such as internal bleeding, leakage of bodily fluids, and infection within the abdominal cavity. The biosensor collects data and identifies the complications as it develops and informs both patient and physician in real-time. It also detects changes in the levels of biomarker. The company serves physicians, surgeons, hospitals, and patients. NERv Technology Inc. was founded in 2014 and is based in Kitchener, Canada.
Para
Grant in 2017
Para is a cloud-based application that guides adults in creating a comprehensive estate and end-of-life plan. Users document their wishes and personal information in one place, eliminating paper files, and allowing them to share their information with people of their choosing.
Rugelach, Roswell and Rufus
Grant in 2017
Rugelach, Roswell and Rufus has created a novel EMS spine board to more accurately weigh children in paediatric emergencies, and provide information on drug dosage/voltage for resuscitation.
Marlena Books Inc. is a company dedicated to providing therapeutic recreation products specifically designed for individuals with Alzheimer's, dementia, and other cognitive disorders. Founded in 2017 and based in Hamilton, Canada, Marlena Books publishes literature that offers cognitive stimulation and meaningful leisure activities. The company focuses on delivering mature content at an appropriate reading level, enabling individuals to engage with reading while preserving their dignity. Through its offerings, Marlena Books aims to enhance the social and mental well-being of its customers, supporting them in their journey with cognitive challenges.
ShiftRide, Inc. designs and develops a mobile application which allows users to find near by available cars for hire. It allows users to list their cars for hire, which other users can book as per their requirement. The application is available on the iOS ecosystem. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Kitchener, Canada.
Gamelynx Inc. develops digital gaming platform that allows users to play board games or cards without using physical items. The company is based in Waterloo, Canada.
ChefHero Inc. is a technology company that operates a mobile and web application designed for businesses in the food service industry to efficiently order wholesale restaurant supplies. Founded in 2015 and based in Toronto, Canada, ChefHero connects restaurants, bars, coffee shops, food trucks, and caterers with regional suppliers. By streamlining the ordering process, the platform allows culinary professionals to focus more on their craft rather than the logistics of supply procurement. ChefHero aims to enhance the operational efficiency of food service businesses through its user-friendly interface and dedicated supplier network.
Ubiq enables individuals and organizations to give wireless presentations. It offers a modern meeting room solution that allows its users to wirelessly project any content from their tablets or laptops to an existing projector or TV.
The company offers its services to the education and government, financial services, manufacturing, marketing and advertising, retail, hospitality, and technology sectors.
Ubiq was founded in 2015.
Mirage VR provides multiplayer, free-movement, highly interactive virtual reality experiences. Mirage VR is bringing your imagination into reality with a full-body tracking virtual reality experience.
Avro Life Science is a Canadian company focused on developing transdermal drug delivery systems, specifically medicated skin patches designed for the pediatric and elderly populations. Utilizing a novel biopolymer as a platform, Avro's technology enables passive delivery of small molecules and drugs directly into the bloodstream, allowing for a slow-release mechanism. This innovative approach aims to enhance medication accessibility while minimizing the impact on the liver, ultimately improving health outcomes and quality of life for its patients.
Curiato Inc. develops a monitoring device that enables clinicians to remotely monitor and manage patients at risk of developing pressure related injuries. Its technology detects pressure, humidity, and temperature and visually relays that information in the form of insights, recommendations, and visualizations to caregivers on a device. Curiato Inc. was incorporated in 2016 and is based in Kitchener, Canada.
Chasr Athletics
Grant in 2016
Chasr Athletics is dedicated to supplying smart athletic cones that provide automatic time and pacing data to athletes and coaches during training. The Chasr Cone is a small device that simply times and paces athletes through their drills. It connects to your smartphone or tablet and automatically detects athletes as they run past, timing them to the nearest 5/100ths of a second.
Penta Medical, Inc. develops wearable cold laser therapy system that purports to relieve muscle and joint pain, increase circulation, and relieve muscle spasms. It also tracks injury data, provides coaches and healthcare providers with visual representations and range of motion trends. The company’s products include Penta VO a mobile enabled, portable cold laser device which automatically populates the Web app with data. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Kitchener, Canada.
UpGrain uses low frequency electro-magnetic field stimulation of seeds to increase overall yield of various crops by 20 percent. They use advanced mathematical algorithms to calculate the most suitable time to maximize treatment effects on seeds.
Salient Energy is focused on the commercialization of a novel zinc-ion battery developed from research at the University of Waterloo. This innovative battery technology is designed for electricity storage in the grid, offering a safer and more sustainable alternative to conventional lithium-ion batteries. Salient Energy's proprietary cathode materials uniquely incorporate zinc into their crystal lattice, resulting in a relatively high energy density. This advancement allows for the use of traditional battery designs compatible with existing manufacturing processes, making it feasible to produce these batteries in current facilities worldwide. Consequently, Salient Energy's products provide a cost-effective, long-lasting solution for energy storage, catering to the needs of electric industry stakeholders.
Chisel.ai specializes in artificial intelligence solutions tailored for the insurance industry, both in Canada and internationally. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Toronto, the company utilizes natural language processing and named entity recognition to analyze various digital document formats, including Word, PDF, and Excel. Chisel.ai's technology enables the extraction of critical data from both structured and unstructured text, allowing for tasks such as data extraction, errors and omissions checks, submission prioritization, claims triage, and quote comparison. The company's services cater to insurers, reinsurers, and brokers, providing them with the capability to derive insights from previously inaccessible information and enhance operational efficiency.
CubeXLab Technologies Inc. is a company founded by a team of mechanical and electrical engineers with backgrounds in research and development as well as executive roles in various industries. The company specializes in providing advanced automated inspection solutions aimed at enhancing production performance and ensuring quality assurance for its clients. CubeXLab offers innovative turnkey automated inspection machines designed to serve as universal solutions for multi-product inspections, thereby helping customers improve their market position and product offerings.
CubeXLab Technologies Inc. is a company founded by a team of mechanical and electrical engineers with backgrounds in research and development as well as executive roles in various industries. The company specializes in providing advanced automated inspection solutions aimed at enhancing production performance and ensuring quality assurance for its clients. CubeXLab offers innovative turnkey automated inspection machines designed to serve as universal solutions for multi-product inspections, thereby helping customers improve their market position and product offerings.
Salient Energy is focused on the commercialization of a novel zinc-ion battery developed from research at the University of Waterloo. This innovative battery technology is designed for electricity storage in the grid, offering a safer and more sustainable alternative to conventional lithium-ion batteries. Salient Energy's proprietary cathode materials uniquely incorporate zinc into their crystal lattice, resulting in a relatively high energy density. This advancement allows for the use of traditional battery designs compatible with existing manufacturing processes, making it feasible to produce these batteries in current facilities worldwide. Consequently, Salient Energy's products provide a cost-effective, long-lasting solution for energy storage, catering to the needs of electric industry stakeholders.
UpGrain uses low frequency electro-magnetic field stimulation of seeds to increase overall yield of various crops by 20 percent. They use advanced mathematical algorithms to calculate the most suitable time to maximize treatment effects on seeds.
MycoCup
Grant in 2016
MycoCup is a sustainable take-out cup made of agricultural waste and mycelium.
Avro Life Science is a Canadian company focused on developing transdermal drug delivery systems, specifically medicated skin patches designed for the pediatric and elderly populations. Utilizing a novel biopolymer as a platform, Avro's technology enables passive delivery of small molecules and drugs directly into the bloodstream, allowing for a slow-release mechanism. This innovative approach aims to enhance medication accessibility while minimizing the impact on the liver, ultimately improving health outcomes and quality of life for its patients.
Fiix operates an online platform that provides on-demand auto repair services across various locations in Ontario, including Toronto and its surrounding areas. The company specializes in a wide range of services such as tire changes, oil changes, brake replacements, general inspections, and diagnostics for various vehicle systems, including engines and transmissions. Fiix distinguishes itself by offering these services at the convenience of customers' homes or offices. Founded in 2015 by Zain Manji and Arif Bhanji, Fiix has established a strong presence in the automotive repair market and is known for its customer-centric approach. As of late 2019, Fiix operates as a subsidiary of Wrench, Inc.
Gamelynx Inc. develops digital gaming platform that allows users to play board games or cards without using physical items. The company is based in Waterloo, Canada.
Moocow Unicycles is a Canadian company dedicated to providing the unicyclist community with strong, ergonomic parts. Here at Moocow Unicycles, we believe that the passionate, dedicated unicyclists of the world deserve quality parts that have a long lifespan. That is our goal when producing our products.
Halion Displays Inc. specializes in developing advanced display technology that mimics the appearance of print while enabling dynamic video playback. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Waterloo, Canada, the company focuses on creating low-power, daylight-visible displays suitable for portable devices like smartwatches and e-readers. Halion's innovative technology utilizes color-changing nanomaterials based on traditional printing inks—cyan, magenta, and yellow—that can rapidly switch colors to achieve high refresh rates. This enables a range of applications, including outdoor-visible displays and intelligent surfaces that can change color or patterns in response to user needs. By combining functionality with energy efficiency, Halion aims to establish a new global standard in display technology.
BioFlex Laser, a division of Meditech International Inc, is a company dedicated to using the healing power of light to alleviate the pain and negative impacts of many common diseases. They are committed to being a clinically proven, non-invasive, non-toxic and safe alternative and adjunct to other therapies, with excellent patient outcomes being our priority focus. They are clinician’s first, partnering with world class engineers, to create products that are incubated in their Meditech clinics, bringing you the best in class low level laser therapy solutions. Over the past 20 years, the company has developed the BioFlex Series of Laser Therapy Systems, the most advanced and effective devices available on a global basis. Incorporating basic research, scientific knowledge and clinical expertise, the company has developed protocols for a vast array of medical conditions.
HealthIM operates a mental health reporting platform designed to aid police in effectively managing crisis situations involving individuals with mental health challenges. The platform integrates seamlessly with existing police hardware and networks, standardizing the admissions process for mentally ill persons under police care. By providing an intelligence-driven system, HealthIM enables law enforcement agencies to proactively prevent crises and mitigate risks while supporting individuals in the community. Additionally, HealthIM fosters collaborative engagement between clients, community-based programs, and interagency activities, encouraging innovative approaches to assist those in need during mental health emergencies.
Finuvo deisgns and develops desktop sized automated hydrographics printer and station for personal use. It develops Finuvo Aqua which creates plastic parts by painting a variety of full-color patterns and textures to the surface of 3D printed parts. The company is based in the United States.
Hash App
Grant in 2015
Hash is an iPhone application that connects to your desktop device and web extensions in order to successfully authenticate several user accounts seamlessly using your fingerprint via touch ID. It is simple to use, secure and convenient when ever you need to access any of your accounts.
Lani is simple and straightforward to use, and is optimized for private prototyping as well as public printing.
At Lani, their mission is to bring effortless 3D printing to everyone. Whether you're a designer looking to print your creation, or a hobbyist looking for the hottest gadget to show off to your friends, Lani is your destination. They offer a simple and convenient way to upload, view, price and print your favourite models, as well as share them with the growing Lani community. You can also browse previously created models, and print your favourite objects! The goal is to bring simplicity to you. You choose the model and materials and they handle the rest.
Halion Displays Inc. specializes in developing advanced display technology that mimics the appearance of print while enabling dynamic video playback. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Waterloo, Canada, the company focuses on creating low-power, daylight-visible displays suitable for portable devices like smartwatches and e-readers. Halion's innovative technology utilizes color-changing nanomaterials based on traditional printing inks—cyan, magenta, and yellow—that can rapidly switch colors to achieve high refresh rates. This enables a range of applications, including outdoor-visible displays and intelligent surfaces that can change color or patterns in response to user needs. By combining functionality with energy efficiency, Halion aims to establish a new global standard in display technology.
Arylla Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in nanotechnology-based invisible ink designed for fraud detection in luxury goods. Founded in 2015 and based in Winnipeg, Arylla's ink assists resellers in verifying the authenticity of high-value items such as leather goods, footwear, and ready-to-wear clothing. The company collaborates with luxury brands, applying its ink during production and facilitating a revenue-sharing model that enables these brands to monetize the resale of their products while combating counterfeit sales. Additionally, Arylla offers a tiered security platform for printing invisible labels that support food authentication and develops scanners for verifying fluorescent signatures.
Arc Home designs and develops a smart vent system that integrates with smart thermostats and allows the customer to control the temperature of individual rooms in their home. It offers Breeze, a smart air register. The company is based in Canada.