Nanoprecise
Series C in 2025
Nanoprecise Sci Corp is a Canadian company specializing in condition monitoring systems that leverage the Internet of Things and artificial intelligence. Founded in 2015 and based in Edmonton, with an additional office in Bangalore, India, the company offers RotationLF, an innovative hardware and software solution. This system integrates principles from physics and material science with advanced data analytics to diagnose machinery issues and predict remaining time to failure. The RotationLF sensors uniquely capture multiple data points, including RPM, vibration, sound, temperature, and humidity. The accompanying software utilizes AI algorithms to analyze this data, enabling anomaly detection, fault characterization, and predictive maintenance. Nanoprecise's solutions are applicable across various sectors, including petrochemical, utilities, manufacturing, HVAC, oil and gas, mining, and infrastructure, providing industries with a cost-effective means to enhance asset reliability and prevent failures.
Hyperlume
Seed Round in 2025
Hyperlume Inc., based in Ottawa, Canada, specializes in developing advanced optical connectivity solutions. The company focuses on high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, and high-end processors, aiming to enhance data transfer speeds and enable scalable optical interconnects for edge computing platforms.
Quadshift
Venture Round in 2025
Quadshift is a venture builder firm established in 2017 and based in Toronto, Canada. The company specializes in acquiring and developing B2B software companies within niche vertical markets. By leveraging its expertise in finance, sales, marketing, creative, engineering, and management, Quadshift aims to create new opportunities and enhance customer value. The firm is dedicated to transforming commerce across various industries through the provision of world-class SaaS solutions.
LSL Pharma Group
Post in 2024
LSL Pharma Group is a manufacturing company that innovates and manufactures life sciences products. Formed to integrate the operations of its Canadian subsidiaries, each boasting over two decades of expertise, LSL Pharma Group excels as a niche manufacturer in the life science industry. The company offers turnkey formulation, development and manufacturing services.
MultiCloud Decentralized Applications
Debt Financing in 2024
Headquartered in Montreal, Canada, MultiCloud Decentralized Applications Inc. is revolutionizing the cloud storage industry with secure, scalable, and cost-effective solutions powered by decentralized infrastructure. Our flagship product, Cloud Libertas, is a cutting-edge storage platform that offers up to 50% cost savings compared to AWS S3, eliminates data transfer fees, and ensures end-to-end encryption, unlimited API calls, and seamless multi-cloud compatibility. MultiCloud’s expertise spans major cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform, allowing us to design architectures that prevent vendor lock-in while optimizing performance and scalability. Beyond storage, we also develop decentralized applications (DApps) to empower businesses with enhanced privacy, security, and resilience. We are committed to advancing Web 3.0 technologies and providing innovative solutions to meet the growing demands of the digital economy. Seeking Strategic Investors MultiCloud Decentralized Applications is actively seeking angel and institutional investors to accelerate our growth and expand our transformative offerings. Join us in building the future of decentralized cloud storage and infrastructure. For investment opportunities or to discuss strategic partnerships, please reach out via LinkedIn or through the contact form on our official website.
Cardinal Energy
Post in 2024
Cardinal Energy Ltd. is an oil and natural gas company based in Calgary, Canada, focused on the acquisition, exploration, and production of these resources primarily in Alberta and Saskatchewan. Established in 2010, Cardinal Energy operates several key properties, including Bantry, Mitsue, House Mountain, Grande Prairie, Wainwright, and Midale. The company specializes in producing low decline light, medium, and heavy quality oil, contributing to the energy landscape of Western Canada.
KOHO Financial Inc. is a financial technology company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada. The company offers a digital banking platform that provides low-cost banking services through a prepaid, reloadable Visa-backed debit card and a user-friendly mobile application. This platform enables customers to conduct day-to-day banking operations and includes features such as financial goal setting, cash flow projections, group spending management, and detailed spending insights. By equipping users with these tools, KOHO aims to simplify money management and enhance the overall banking experience for its customers.
EverGen Infrastructure
Post in 2023
EverGen Infrastructure is a Canadian company dedicated to combating climate change by developing a Renewable Natural Gas Infrastructure Platform, primarily on the West Coast in British Columbia. The company operates three organic waste facilities and two renewable natural gas facilities, which convert organic materials into renewable natural gas. This initiative not only helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions but also supports communities in their transition to a more sustainable future. Through its operations, EverGen Infrastructure aims to promote the use of renewable energy and contribute to a carbon-free future.
Philer AI has been approved by the Law Society of Ontario as part of the Access to Innovation program, becoming the second technology platform in Ontario given the green light to deliver legal services to the end consumers.
Northstar Clean Technologies
Post in 2023
Northstar Clean Technologies, established in 2017 and headquartered in Delta, British Columbia, specializes in the recycling of single-use asphalt shingles. The company employs proprietary process technology to extract and recover valuable components such as asphalt cement, fiberglass, and mineral aggregates. These recovered materials are then repurposed for use in asphalt pavement, shingle manufacturing, and various construction products, contributing to environmentally-friendly reprocessing solutions. Operating primarily within Canada, Northstar Clean Technologies is dedicated to promoting sustainability in the construction and industrial sectors through its innovative recycling efforts.
Healthybud
Debt Financing in 2023
Healthybud is a Canadian pet wellness brand dedicated to improving the health and longevity of dogs through innovative nutrition solutions. The company specializes in producing nutrient-based healing foods made from purely natural, human-grade ingredients without additives or artificial preservatives. Their product offerings incorporate powerful components such as ashwagandha, blueberries, reishi, and hormone-free meats, designed to bolster immune systems and promote overall wellness in dogs. Collaborating with veterinarians, nutritionists, and prominent universities, Healthybud aims to revolutionize the pet pantry by providing pet owners with access to healing ingredients and superfoods that help prevent common diseases and health issues in their canine companions.
Vive Crop Protection
Series C in 2023
Vive Crop Protection, Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in the development and marketing of crop protection products, including fungicides, insecticides, and nematicides. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario, the company also operates in Boston, Massachusetts, and Calgary, Canada. Vive Crop Protection focuses on creating effective and sustainable pesticides for both organic and non-organic farming. Utilizing its innovative Allosperse Delivery System, the company enhances the targeting and performance of pesticide active ingredients, allowing farmers to achieve higher crop quality and yields while using fewer resources. Its products are designed to integrate seamlessly with liquid fertilizers and other chemicals, effectively controlling diseases in crops such as sugarbeets, dry beans, alfalfa, potatoes, and corn, thereby promoting increased productivity and sustainability in agriculture.
Royal Helium Ltd. is a helium exploration and development company based in Saskatoon, Canada, with a focus on primary helium production in southern Saskatchewan and southeastern Alberta. The company holds helium leases and permits that have been thoroughly evaluated for their helium potential over a period of two years, with assessments conducted by experts in geology and engineering. Royal Helium has established a strategic collaboration with The Saskatchewan Research Council to advance the development of a helium facility. Its projects benefit from proximity to established oil and gas infrastructure, as well as accessibility via highways and roads, enhancing the feasibility of its operations.
Summit Nanotech
Series A in 2023
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.
Royal Helium Ltd. is a helium exploration and development company based in Saskatoon, Canada, with a focus on primary helium production in southern Saskatchewan and southeastern Alberta. The company holds helium leases and permits that have been thoroughly evaluated for their helium potential over a period of two years, with assessments conducted by experts in geology and engineering. Royal Helium has established a strategic collaboration with The Saskatchewan Research Council to advance the development of a helium facility. Its projects benefit from proximity to established oil and gas infrastructure, as well as accessibility via highways and roads, enhancing the feasibility of its operations.
Foodtastic
Debt Financing in 2022
Foodtastic is a Quebec-based franchisor that operates a diverse portfolio of restaurant concepts, including La Belle et La Boeuf, Carlos & Pepe's, Souvlaki Bar, Nickels, and Bacaro. With over 900 restaurants in its system generating more than $830 million in sales, Foodtastic is a prominent player in the restaurant industry. The company provides a variety of culinary styles and beverages, creating entertaining dining experiences for its customers. Additionally, Foodtastic is expanding its reach internationally, boasting over 100 restaurants outside of Canada.
Entosystem
Venture Round in 2022
Entosystem is a Canadian company based in Sherbrooke, founded in 2016, that specializes in the production of entomological proteins and flour derived from insects. The company employs innovative insect farming technologies to convert food waste from grocery stores into high-value insect protein products aimed at the animal nutrition market. Entosystem's offerings include dried larvae and live larvae, which are designed to provide nutritional benefits for livestock, such as fish and poultry. By focusing on sustainable practices, Entosystem positions itself as a key player in the circular agriculture economy, contributing to the reduction of food waste while supporting a more sustainable agri-food sector. The company currently employs a small team to support its operations.
Dozr Inc. is an online platform based in Kitchener, Canada, that connects equipment renters with lenders, facilitating the rental of various equipment types. Established in 2015, Dozr aims to transform the equipment rental industry, which has traditionally been underserved by technology, into a more efficient e-commerce model. The platform allows renters to search for, find, and book equipment, including earth-moving machinery, agricultural tools, trucks, and aerial work platforms. Lenders can list their idle equipment, generating income from assets that would otherwise remain unused. Dozr serves a diverse clientele, ranging from multinational construction firms to small owner-operators and farmers. Recently, the company launched WebStores, enabling rental companies to create personalized e-commerce storefronts, further advancing its mission to digitize the North American equipment rental market.
KOHO Financial Inc. is a financial technology company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada. The company offers a digital banking platform that provides low-cost banking services through a prepaid, reloadable Visa-backed debit card and a user-friendly mobile application. This platform enables customers to conduct day-to-day banking operations and includes features such as financial goal setting, cash flow projections, group spending management, and detailed spending insights. By equipping users with these tools, KOHO aims to simplify money management and enhance the overall banking experience for its customers.
Sierra Wireless
Post in 2022
Sierra Wireless, Inc. is a provider of device-to-cloud Internet of Things (IoT) solutions, primarily operating in North America, Europe, and the Asia Pacific. The company is structured into two main segments: IoT Solutions and Embedded Broadband. The IoT Solutions segment delivers recurring connectivity services, cloud management software, and cellular modules and gateways, while the Embedded Broadband segment focuses on high-speed cellular embedded modules used in various applications, including automotive and mobile computing. Sierra Wireless serves a diverse clientele, including enterprises, industrial firms, and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), utilizing both direct and indirect distribution channels such as distributors and mobile network operators. Founded in 1993 and headquartered in Richmond, Canada, Sierra Wireless has established itself as a key player in the wireless communication equipment sector, addressing the needs of industrial, commercial, and public safety markets.
Nicoya Lifesciences
Series A in 2021
Nicoya Lifesciences Inc. is a Canadian company based in Kitchener that specializes in developing advanced sensor products for the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Founded in 2012, Nicoya creates instruments designed to analyze biomolecular interactions, including proteins, antibodies, DNA, RNA, and small molecules. Their product lineup includes surface plasmon resonance (SPR) instruments, spectrophotometers, sensor chips, reagents, and accessories, as well as the OpenSPR, a personal label-free biomolecular analysis instrument. In addition to hardware, Nicoya offers software solutions for real-time kinetic analysis, instrument control, and optical peak tracking, enhancing the capabilities of their analytical tools.
Vosker
Debt Financing in 2021
Vosker provides remote area monitoring technology using solar power and artificial intelligence for cutting-edge surveillance solutions. It offers mobile security cameras that operate on 4G/LTE networks and are powered by solar energy, providing surveillance capabilities. These cameras are primarily used in various industries. Vosker was founded in 2018, and headquartered in Victoriaville, Quebec.
General Fusion
Series E in 2021
General Fusion Inc., established in 2002 and headquartered in Burnaby, Canada, specializes in developing commercial Magnetized Target Fusion (MTF), a hybrid fusion method combining magnetic confinement and inertial confinement principles. The company focuses on creating utility-scale fusion power using its patent-pending MTF concept, which has the potential to provide clean, safe, and economical energy. General Fusion develops key subsystems such as plasma injectors, acoustic drivers, and liquid metal vortex compression tests to advance its MTF technology. Backed by a global syndicate of investors, industry leaders, and technology pioneers, General Fusion aims to demonstrate and commercialize its innovative fusion power plants by the end of the decade.
Booxi is a Montreal-based retail technology company that specializes in appointment booking software tailored for retailers. Its platform enhances the customer experience by simplifying appointment scheduling and management. Booxi's software includes features such as Customer Relationship Management (CRM), online payment processing, and staff calendar management, allowing businesses to efficiently manage their operations related to events and appointments. By streamlining these processes, Booxi enables retailers to focus on improving service delivery and customer satisfaction.
MSP Corp
Funding Round in 2021
MSP Corp is a Canadian-American business that acquires and partners with top-performing Managed Service Providers (MSPs) in North America. It provides resources, technology, and operational support to enhance the capabilities of these MSP teams, focusing on cloud computing, cybersecurity, and IT support services. The company offers hardware and software solutions alongside financial management assistance to empower its partner MSPs.
Hydrostor
Venture Round in 2021
Hydrostor Inc. is a Canadian company based in Toronto that specializes in developing and operating advanced compressed air energy storage systems. Founded in 2010, the company provides solutions designed to meet the electricity system's needs for dispatchable capacity, renewable integration, and transmission deferral. Its technology enables low-cost, long-duration energy storage, which can support hundreds of megawatts for periods ranging from 4 to over 24 hours. Hydrostor's emission-free systems are particularly suitable for use in remote applications, including mines and large industrial operations, and can repurpose retired fossil fuel plants and utilize existing mining infrastructure. The company serves clients across the United States, Australia, and Canada and has established a strategic partnership with AECOM to enhance its offerings.
Novamera Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in the mining of gold, copper, and other ores by employing innovative drilling techniques to extract resources from steeply dipping, narrow vein deposits. These deposits are often deemed uneconomic with conventional extraction methods. Novamera has developed a unique approach called Sustainable Mining by Drilling, which integrates high-resolution subsurface imaging with directional drilling in a two-pass process. This method allows for precise identification of the vein's physical shape, enabling more efficient and environmentally friendly mining practices. The company combines proprietary software and hardware with standard mining equipment to improve the efficiency and flexibility of mining operations, ultimately unlocking value in mineral deposits that were previously inaccessible. Headquartered in Mississauga, Canada, Novamera also has an office in Baie Verte, Canada.
Paper, Inc., established in 2014 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with an additional office in Santa Monica, California, is a remote tutoring company. It designs an educational support system platform that offers live help, essay review, real-time feedback, and intervention tools for students and teachers. The platform aims to provide personalized learning support, connecting students with certified educators who can provide contextualized feedback and guide them towards a deeper understanding of academic concepts.
Introhive
Series C in 2021
Introhive, Inc. is a Canadian technology company based in Fredericton, New Brunswick, that specializes in developing contact mining software applications. Founded in 2012 by Jody Glidden and Stewart Walchli, the company offers a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform designed to enhance revenue generation and improve customer experience management. Introhive's platform integrates relationship intelligence into customer relationship management (CRM) systems, utilizing data automation to accelerate sales processes. The company's enterprise relationship management solution provides valuable insights into client and prospect relationships, streamlining tasks such as sales hiring, prospecting, territory assignment, renewals, and lead scoring. By transforming disorganized data into actionable insights, Introhive aims to boost productivity and facilitate CRM adoption for its clients.
The GIST
Debt Financing in 2021
The GIST is a media company based in Toronto, Ontario, that focuses on providing sports content, experiences, and community specifically for women. Founded in 2017, The GIST curates and contextualizes sports news to empower and engage underserved sports fans who often feel excluded from mainstream conversations. The company offers a variety of platforms, including e-newsletters, social media content, a dedicated website, and GIST Viewing Parties, fostering a sense of community among its audience. By addressing the lack of diversity in the sports industry, The GIST aims to create a more inclusive environment where all fans can connect and engage with sports culture.
Neurescence
Debt Financing in 2021
Neurescence Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Toronto, Canada, focused on developing assessment tools for brain diseases and effective therapeutics. Established in 2014, the company specializes in biological optical imaging, offering innovative products such as its Quartet, a miniature fluorescence microscope designed for neuronal calcium imaging. This device allows for the simultaneous monitoring of neuronal activity across multiple regions of the brain and spinal cord in freely behaving subjects. Neurescence also provides GRIN lenses that facilitate imaging by transmitting fluorescence signals from neurons to a CMOS sensor, enabling healthcare providers to gain insights into brain function and localize areas for potential intervention in conditions such as Alzheimer's, epilepsy, and depression.
Solvera Solutions
Debt Financing in 2021
Solvera Solutions is a provider of IT consulting services focused on delivering innovative and value-driven business solutions throughout western Canada. The company specializes in developing integrated enterprise systems and mobile applications, utilizing proven processes, platforms, and open-source technologies. Their offerings include intranet solutions, business analytics, and project management, allowing organizations to receive customized applications and software integration tailored to their specific needs.
Deeplite
Seed Round in 2021
Deeplite is a Montreal-based company that specializes in AI-driven optimization software for deep neural networks (DNNs) designed for deployment on both cloud servers and edge devices. The company's flagship product, Neutrino, utilizes a unique multi-objective design space exploration approach to automatically optimize DNN models, making them smaller, faster, and more energy-efficient. This technology addresses the challenges associated with deploying deep learning models on limited hardware, ensuring that they can operate effectively in real-time applications without compromising performance or battery life. Deeplite's solutions cater to various sectors, including automotive, smartphones, smart cameras, and IoT devices, ultimately enabling the integration of advanced AI capabilities into everyday technology.
Exact Imaging
Venture Round in 2021
Exact Imaging is a Canadian company based in Markham that specializes in developing high-resolution micro-ultrasound systems for urological applications, particularly in the diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer. The flagship ExactVu system operates at 29 MHz, providing exceptional imaging resolution that allows for the visualization and targeting of suspicious regions within the prostate. This technology facilitates both targeted and systematic TRUS biopsies, enhancing the accuracy of prostate cancer diagnostics. Additionally, Exact Imaging offers the FusionVu application, which integrates micro-ultrasound with MRI data to further improve imaging and biopsy guidance. Founded in 2003 and originally named Imagistx, Inc., the company rebranded to Exact Imaging in March 2015.
ClearRisk
Debt Financing in 2021
ClearRisk, Inc. is a provider of cloud-based software solutions tailored for the insurance industry in North America. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in St. John's, Canada, the company develops tools aimed at improving risk management practices. Its flagship products include ClearRisk Manager, an online platform designed for creating and implementing risk management plans; ClearRisk Tracker, which assists municipalities and mid-market businesses in managing insurance claims, incidents, and policies; and ClearRisk Underwriter, a web application that facilitates collaboration for insurance brokers and underwriters on program and group business. ClearRisk’s solutions are designed to help insurance professionals, including brokers, underwriters, and risk managers, enhance their ability to analyze, organize, and manage risk and claims data efficiently. The company was previously known as Livyer Enterprises Ltd. before rebranding to ClearRisk, Inc. in 2008.
Budge Studios
Venture Round in 2021
Budge Studios Inc. is a Montreal-based company that specializes in developing and publishing children's applications for smartphones and tablets. Founded in 2010, the company offers a diverse portfolio of apps that includes original and branded content, featuring popular characters such as Barbie, Thomas & Friends, Strawberry Shortcake, and Hello Kitty. Budge Studios focuses on creating engaging and educational games that adhere to safety and age-appropriateness standards, allowing children to explore their creativity while enjoying interactive entertainment. Additionally, the company provides the Budge Playgroup program, which enables parents or guardians to participate in the app creation process, fostering a collaborative environment for innovation.
ZenHub is a project management software company founded in 2014 in Vancouver, British Columbia, by Matthew Butler. The software is specifically designed to assist developers in enhancing the software development lifecycle by facilitating project planning directly within GitHub. ZenHub automates workflows to eliminate redundancies, streamline processes, and reduce delays associated with hand-offs. By utilizing live data, it helps organizations identify risks and bottlenecks, while also providing a real-time roadmap for projects. This allows clients to focus more on coding and less on managing their work, ultimately improving overall productivity in software development.
Peak Power
Series A in 2021
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.
Borrowell
Series C in 2021
Borrowell Inc. is a financial technology company based in Toronto, Canada, founded in 2014. It specializes in offering a range of financial products and services, including personal loans, credit cards, and free credit scores. Borrowell operates an online marketplace-lending platform that provides Canadians with access to borrowing options and unsecured consumer loans. The company is dedicated to enhancing financial prosperity for its users by offering tools for credit education, personalized credit coaching, and AI-driven recommendations for financial products. By delivering resources such as credit monitoring and tailored options from marketplace partners, Borrowell aims to help customers secure low-interest loans and improve their overall financial well-being.
VEERUM Inc. is an Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) company based in Calgary, Canada, that specializes in developing an artificial intelligence-driven platform for asset visualization and management. Founded in 2014, VEERUM's software utilizes digital twin technology to create digital replicas of physical assets, allowing stakeholders in capital-intensive industries to visualize and optimize project outcomes throughout the design, fabrication, and construction phases. The platform aggregates asset data within a 3D model, providing users with a secure, cloud-based solution that enhances data transparency and enables effective collaboration. By improving productivity and ensuring business continuity, VEERUM supports clients in their transition to digital asset ownership, ultimately aiding in the maintenance and development of critical infrastructure.
Tealbook, Inc. is an enterprise software company that operates an online supplier knowledge management and procurement platform. Founded in 2014 and based in Toronto, Canada, Tealbook provides a centralized system for up-to-date and credible supplier information, enabling procurement teams to identify qualified suppliers and enhance collaboration with stakeholders. The platform consolidates various types of supplier data, including company details, product offerings, diversity status, client recommendations, and insights from industry peers. Additionally, it captures internal supplier performance metrics, thereby improving visibility and knowledge of existing suppliers. Tealbook's platform integrates seamlessly with various enterprise resource planning systems and procurement tools, facilitating effortless analytics and informed decision-making in the procurement process. The company's innovations in buyer-supplier relations have garnered recognition, including placements in the CIX Top 20 and the Gartner Cool Vendor list.
Aifred Health
Seed Round in 2020
Aifred Health Inc. is a Montreal-based company that specializes in developing a deep-learning clinical decision support tool aimed at enhancing personalized medicine in psychiatry. Founded in 2017, Aifred Health addresses the challenges associated with the traditional trial-and-error approach to treatment selection for mental health, particularly in depression, which is a leading cause of medical impairment worldwide. The company's application software provides features such as treatment prediction, interpretability, and patient data tracking, enabling physicians to make informed decisions tailored to individual patients. By processing de-identified data, Aifred Health's AI model facilitates personalized therapeutic choices, thereby improving the likelihood of effective treatment outcomes for patients who often do not respond to initial interventions.
Aya Payments is a Canadian company based in Toronto, founded in 2018. It specializes in developing payment tools and programs tailored for employee benefits packages, focusing on simplifying medical payments. The company's healthcare payment platform facilitates the access, management, and monitoring of healthcare costs. By offering a range of services, including payment, deposit, lending, and investment products, Aya Payments aims to enhance financial flexibility and provide a seamless experience for users in managing their healthcare-related expenses.
Local Logic
Series A in 2020
Local Logic is a location intelligence platform based in Montreal, Quebec, that focuses on digitizing the built environment to make location data understandable and actionable for various stakeholders, including consumers, investors, developers, and governments. The platform harnesses artificial intelligence, geospatial data, and user-generated information to offer insights into lifestyle and location characteristics. With proprietary insights derived from over 75 billion data points, Local Logic provides predictive and precise analytics that inform decision-making in the real estate sector, which impacts the vast real estate market in the US and Canada. The company's services cater to commercial real estate, urban planning, and other location-based industries, assisting major developers and investors in shaping sustainable and equitable urban environments.
Busbud, Inc. offers an online platform for booking intercity bus travel, enabling users to search, compare, and purchase tickets across various destinations in Canada and internationally. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, the company provides extensive travel information, including schedules, prices, reviews, and amenities, through its website and mobile application. Busbud aggregates bus schedules from over 10,463 cities in 89 countries, allowing travelers to plan their trips in multiple languages and currencies. The platform aims to simplify the travel experience by helping users find the best prices and options that suit their needs, while also providing customer support to enhance the booking experience.
Effenco is an autotech company focused on the electrification of heavy-duty vehicles and connected mobility solutions for the transport industry. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Montréal, Quebec, Canada, Effenco develops its Active-Stop-Start electric hybrid technology, which enhances the energy efficiency of heavy goods vehicles and reduces greenhouse gas emissions by up to 30%. The company's innovative system utilizes an ultracapacitor-based technology to electrify both propulsion and on-board equipment of vocational trucks. This technology allows the engine to shut down when vehicles are stationary, providing electric power to essential systems such as heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. By leveraging extensive operating data and proprietary AI algorithms, Effenco aims to lower operational costs and promote sustainability in the heavy-duty vehicle sector while also expanding its operations in the United States and Europe.
BinSentry
Series A in 2020
BinSentry Inc is an agricultural technology company based in Kitchener, Canada, founded in 2017. It specializes in developing innovative Internet of Things (IoT) solutions for feed mills and livestock producers. BinSentry offers solar-powered sensors that monitor feed-bin inventory, enabling efficient tracking of on-farm supplies. The company's platform integrates predictive technology and artificial intelligence, facilitating automated inventory management and logistics tracking. This technology allows users to optimize their operations, improve efficiency, and reduce supply disruptions by enabling effective scheduling of trucking routes. Through its solutions, BinSentry aims to enhance the overall profitability and operational effectiveness of livestock and grain management.
Preciseley Microtechnology
Private Equity Round in 2020
Preciseley Microtechnology Corporation is a fabless manufacturer specializing in micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS), particularly in the development of micro-mirror devices for telecommunications, data communications, and 3D sensing applications. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Edmonton, Canada, the company offers a diverse range of products, including MEMS tilting, scanning, and piston mirrors, as well as linear and matrix mirrors, optical shutters, and packaged MEMS mirror array chips. Additionally, Preciseley provides MEMS driver evaluation boards and custom design services to meet specific client needs. The company's technology is crucial for various applications, enhancing optical and display systems through advanced micro-optical solutions.
Sol Cuisine
Private Equity Round in 2020
Sol Cuisine Inc. is a Canadian company founded in 1980 and headquartered in Mississauga, specializing in the manufacture of vegetarian and vegan meat alternatives. The company offers a diverse range of products, including frozen and fresh options that are halal, gluten-free, and organic. Its product lineup features items such as fattoush salad, various aioli dips, vegan maki, ultimate vegan poutine, and savory morning swirls. Sol Cuisine aims to provide high-quality, animal-friendly nutritional alternatives that are both delicious and health-conscious, utilizing local and environmentally sustainable ingredients in its production processes.
Flyscan
Venture Round in 2020
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.
D-Box Technologies
Post in 2020
D-BOX Technologies Inc. is a Canadian company that specializes in designing, manufacturing, and commercializing advanced motion systems for the entertainment, simulation, and training markets globally. The company creates motion effects that synchronize with visual content, delivered through systems integrated into platforms, seats, or various equipment. D-BOX offers a range of products, including motion systems for commercial theaters, home entertainment setups, and industrial applications in sectors such as automotive, defense, and wellness. Its D-BOX Motion Code technology enhances the viewing experience by encoding motion effects for theatrical and commercial use. Additionally, D-BOX provides motion controllers, electronic interfaces, and actuators to resellers and original equipment manufacturers. The company is headquartered in Longueuil, Canada, and serves a diverse international customer base.
Invixium Inc., founded in 2012 and based in Markham, Canada, is a global provider of biometric solutions designed to enhance safety, health, security, and productivity for enterprises. The company offers a range of products including Ixm Mycro for personalized home environments, Ixm Touch for employee time tracking, IXM Titan for face recognition and edge computing, IXM Merge for indoor fingerprint tracking, and Ixm Sense for industrial installations. Invixium's solutions also include touchless biometric technologies with face recognition and temperature detection for access control, workforce management, and visitor screening. The company's products are deployed across various industries such as government, banking, healthcare, and education in over 60 countries.
Deeplite
Seed Round in 2020
Deeplite is a Montreal-based company that specializes in AI-driven optimization software for deep neural networks (DNNs) designed for deployment on both cloud servers and edge devices. The company's flagship product, Neutrino, utilizes a unique multi-objective design space exploration approach to automatically optimize DNN models, making them smaller, faster, and more energy-efficient. This technology addresses the challenges associated with deploying deep learning models on limited hardware, ensuring that they can operate effectively in real-time applications without compromising performance or battery life. Deeplite's solutions cater to various sectors, including automotive, smartphones, smart cameras, and IoT devices, ultimately enabling the integration of advanced AI capabilities into everyday technology.
Symend Inc., established in 2016, is a technology company based in Calgary, Canada, with offices in Toronto and Denver. It specializes in developing debt recovery solutions for enterprises across financial services, telecommunications, and utilities sectors. Symend's core product is a software platform that combines automation, predictive analytics, and positive collections tactics to reduce debt delinquency while enhancing customer experience. The platform offers features such as treatment planning, campaign planning, self-treatment toolkit, and business logic control, empowering businesses to optimize key metrics like recovery rates and liquidation rates. Symend's approach leverages applied behavioral science and AI to create personalized engagements that guide customers towards positive financial outcomes, fostering lasting customer relationships.
Paper
Venture Round in 2020
Paper, Inc., established in 2014 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with an additional office in Santa Monica, California, is a remote tutoring company. It designs an educational support system platform that offers live help, essay review, real-time feedback, and intervention tools for students and teachers. The platform aims to provide personalized learning support, connecting students with certified educators who can provide contextualized feedback and guide them towards a deeper understanding of academic concepts.
Zetane
Debt Financing in 2020
Zetane Systems is a software technology company based in the Montreal region, focused on the commercial applications of artificial intelligence. It offers a proprietary AI development engine that provides a visual and collaborative platform for businesses to create AI solutions based on machine learning models. The company aims to enhance the accessibility of AI development for teams, addressing concerns about the transparency of complex neural networks and facilitating stakeholder engagement. By reducing time to market and mitigating deployment risks, Zetane supports clients in high-risk industries through reliable AI automation. In addition to its software offerings, Zetane provides comprehensive consulting services to aid in the adoption of AI solutions across various sectors.
Tealbook
Seed Round in 2020
Tealbook, Inc. is an enterprise software company that operates an online supplier knowledge management and procurement platform. Founded in 2014 and based in Toronto, Canada, Tealbook provides a centralized system for up-to-date and credible supplier information, enabling procurement teams to identify qualified suppliers and enhance collaboration with stakeholders. The platform consolidates various types of supplier data, including company details, product offerings, diversity status, client recommendations, and insights from industry peers. Additionally, it captures internal supplier performance metrics, thereby improving visibility and knowledge of existing suppliers. Tealbook's platform integrates seamlessly with various enterprise resource planning systems and procurement tools, facilitating effortless analytics and informed decision-making in the procurement process. The company's innovations in buyer-supplier relations have garnered recognition, including placements in the CIX Top 20 and the Gartner Cool Vendor list.
WeCook - Repas WeCook
Venture Round in 2020
Founded in 2013, WeCook Meals (formerly Nutrition Fit Plus) is a leader in home meal delivery, offering a wide range of tasty, balanced and personalized healthy meals made with fresh produce and meat, and healthy snacks. Subscribers can order from a diversified weekly menu. The Dorval-based company has over 450 employees serving Québec and Ontario.
SuccessFinder
Venture Round in 2019
SuccessFinder, Inc. is a Montreal-based software as a service (SaaS) company that specializes in psychometric assessment and talent management solutions for employers. Founded in 2017, it offers a cloud-based platform that enables organizations to evaluate individuals throughout the employee lifecycle, from recruitment to development and succession planning. Utilizing advanced predictive analytics and algorithms, SuccessFinder helps employers make informed decisions by analyzing behavioral data and competencies to predict career satisfaction and performance. Its suite of solutions includes tools for performance prediction, self-assessment, talent identification, and career exploration, aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of hiring and managing talent.
General Fusion
Series E in 2019
General Fusion Inc., established in 2002 and headquartered in Burnaby, Canada, specializes in developing commercial Magnetized Target Fusion (MTF), a hybrid fusion method combining magnetic confinement and inertial confinement principles. The company focuses on creating utility-scale fusion power using its patent-pending MTF concept, which has the potential to provide clean, safe, and economical energy. General Fusion develops key subsystems such as plasma injectors, acoustic drivers, and liquid metal vortex compression tests to advance its MTF technology. Backed by a global syndicate of investors, industry leaders, and technology pioneers, General Fusion aims to demonstrate and commercialize its innovative fusion power plants by the end of the decade.
Intelligent City
Venture Round in 2019
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.
Altitude-Sports.com
Venture Round in 2019
Altitude-sports.com is a Canadian retailer specializing in outdoor apparel and footwear for men, women, and youth, along with a diverse range of gear including bags, ski equipment, sleeping mattresses, snowshoes, tents, and electronics. Founded in 1984 and headquartered in Mont-Tremblant, the company is recognized as the first online outdoor retailer in Canada. By offering a wide selection of niche products, Altitude-sports.com caters to customers seeking hard-to-find items often absent from traditional retail stores. The company has gained a reputation for providing large sizes, specialized mountaineering gear, and unique color options, thereby establishing itself as a go-to source for outdoor enthusiasts around the world.
Intelligent City
Debt Financing in 2019
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.
Lube City
Private Equity Round in 2019
Lube City Corp. is a Canadian company based in Edmonton, founded in 1990, specializing in oil change, fleet maintenance, and car filter services. The company provides a variety of vehicle maintenance solutions, including automatic oil changes, transmission fluid replacement, fuel treatments, and battery replacements. Additionally, Lube City offers services such as engine flushes, radiator coolant system maintenance, fuel system cleaning, tune-ups, and fuel filter replacements. With a focus on addressing the challenges posed by Alberta's severe driving conditions, Lube City aims to ensure that vehicles remain in optimal condition through comprehensive lubrication and maintenance services.
Nix Sensor
Venture Round in 2019
Nix Sensor Ltd. is a Canadian company that specializes in innovative color sensing technology. Founded in 2012 and based in Hamilton, Nix develops a portable color sensor and an accompanying application that allows users to scan objects and obtain precise color data. This technology enables users to save, share, and compare their favorite colors directly on their smartphones, facilitating a digital palette of preferred shades. The company's products cater to a wide range of professionals, including interior decorators, graphic designers, and artists, across various industries such as paints and coatings, cosmetics, and manufacturing. Nix's patented system offers a user-friendly alternative to traditional color measurement methods, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in color selection and management. The company has expanded its reach, selling its products in over 60 countries worldwide.
International Test Pilots School
Venture Round in 2019
International Test Pilots School Ltd. (ITPS) specializes in providing comprehensive training courses for test pilots and flight test engineers. Established in 1986 and based in London, Canada, ITPS has built a solid reputation for delivering cost-effective flight test training to both military and civilian sectors globally. The school's curriculum is informed by extensive experience in flight testing various aircraft, including airplanes and helicopters, for manufacturers worldwide. With a team of highly qualified instructors, ITPS ensures that its training programs are current, effective, and affordable. The institution's innovative and responsive training methods incorporate a diverse range of technologies and operational concepts, enriching the educational experience and preparing students for the complexities of the flight testing profession.
Zymeworks Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Vancouver, Canada, focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of innovative biotherapeutics for cancer treatment. The company's lead candidates include ZW25, a bispecific antibody undergoing Phase I and II clinical trials for various tumors, including biliary tract and gastroesophageal adenocarcinomas, and ZW49, a bispecific antibody-drug conjugate in Phase I trials for advanced HER2-expressing cancers. Zymeworks employs a computational biotechnology approach, utilizing proprietary molecular modeling and simulation technologies to optimize therapeutic antibodies and other protein-based therapeutics. The company has established strategic partnerships with notable organizations such as Merck, Eli Lilly, and Bristol-Myers Squibb, as well as collaborations aimed at advancing antibody discovery and development. Founded in 2003, Zymeworks is dedicated to addressing unmet medical needs through its advanced therapeutic platforms and integrated drug development capabilities.
Sofdesk Inc. is a software company based in Montreal, Canada, specializing in sales acceleration solutions for the solar and roofing industries. Founded in 2013, Sofdesk develops intuitive web applications designed to help small to medium-sized companies enhance their infrastructure and streamline operations. Its primary products include SolarGraf, which assists solar installers in generating leads and proposals, and RoofGraf, which aids roofing companies in sourcing new business opportunities. By offering a comprehensive suite of tools for project management, automation, and advanced quoting, Sofdesk enables its clients to reduce operational costs and improve their overall efficiency in a competitive market.
Relogix Inc. is a Canadian company based in Ottawa that specializes in developing sensor-based devices for monitoring and tracking unused office spaces. Founded in 2010, it offers a comprehensive system called UtiLive, which incorporates advanced space tracking sensors and an analytics engine powered by machine learning for data analysis. The company employs a sensor-as-a-service pricing model, providing clients with initial floor planning, sensor deployment, and ongoing monitoring through a cloud-based application. Relogix serves large enterprises and commercial real estate portfolios, delivering insights that enable corporate real estate professionals to make informed, data-driven decisions to optimize their real estate strategies. The company's innovative approach leverages its extensive experience in corporate real estate and analytics to enhance the workplace experience and improve the efficiency of global real estate portfolios.
Element AI
Series B in 2019
Element AI Inc. is an artificial intelligence company based in Montreal, Canada, with an additional office in Toronto. Founded in 2016, Element AI specializes in providing AI solutions that help organizations identify opportunities for artificial intelligence and machine learning integration. The company operates an AI as a Service (AIaaS) platform, enabling businesses to launch and develop AI solutions in collaboration with large corporations. Its offerings span various industries, including insurance, banking, manufacturing, logistics, retail, and consumer packaged goods. Element AI emphasizes the operationalization of AI by delivering software products that enhance decision-making and improve business agility. The company also conducts research and development to advance AI technology and maintains partnerships with academic institutions to foster innovation. Through its systems integrator approach, Element AI assists organizations in implementing and commercializing AI solutions tailored to their specific needs.
Repare Therapeutics
Series B in 2019
Repare Therapeutics Inc. is a precision oncology company based in Montréal, Canada, that specializes in discovering and developing targeted therapeutics through a synthetic lethality approach. Utilizing its proprietary SNIPRx platform, which integrates genome-wide analysis and CRISPR technology, Repare systematically identifies and advances cancer therapies aimed at genomic instability, particularly in DNA damage repair. The company's lead candidate, RP-3500, is an oral small molecule inhibitor designed for solid tumors with specific genomic alterations related to DNA damage repair. In addition, Repare is developing innovative programs such as a CCNE1-SL inhibitor for tumors with CCNE1 amplification and a Polymerase Theta program targeting BRCA mutations and other genomic changes. Founded in 2016, Repare Therapeutics is focused on addressing the unique vulnerabilities of tumor cells in genetically defined patient populations to enhance cancer treatment outcomes.
CSS Group
Debt Financing in 2019
CSS Group is a newly formed holding company enagaged in providing field services to Canadian government organizations.
Nudge Rewards is a Toronto-based company that offers a team performance management platform designed for retailers, foodservice, and hospitality sectors. The platform includes a mobile solution that facilitates employee engagement, knowledge assessment, and performance monitoring for frontline workers, enabling brands to effectively motivate and reward their teams. Nudge's clientele features notable global brands such as Mercedes Benz, Rogers Communications, and Samsung, among others. The company, which was established in 2011 and rebranded from Greengage Mobile in 2014, has formed strategic partnerships with organizations like ReThink and BrandXP Ltd to enhance its offerings. Through its innovative app and content management system, Nudge Rewards aims to measurably improve frontline team performance and drive overall company success.
Pit Caribou
Venture Round in 2019
Pit Caribou is a microbrewery founded in 2007, located in L'Anse à Beaufils on the Gaspé Peninsula in Quebec. The brewery focuses on crafting quality beers by utilizing local resources from the Gaspé region. It offers a diverse selection of wheat and red beers in various flavors, catering to a wide range of customer preferences. In addition to its production facilities, Pit Caribou operates pubs in Percé and Montreal, where patrons can enjoy their offerings. The company also features a shop for customers to purchase bottled products and a patio that allows visitors to savor their beers by the sea. Currently, Pit Caribou employs 37 people.
ReelData AI
Seed Round in 2019
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.
Invixium Inc., founded in 2012 and based in Markham, Canada, is a global provider of biometric solutions designed to enhance safety, health, security, and productivity for enterprises. The company offers a range of products including Ixm Mycro for personalized home environments, Ixm Touch for employee time tracking, IXM Titan for face recognition and edge computing, IXM Merge for indoor fingerprint tracking, and Ixm Sense for industrial installations. Invixium's solutions also include touchless biometric technologies with face recognition and temperature detection for access control, workforce management, and visitor screening. The company's products are deployed across various industries such as government, banking, healthcare, and education in over 60 countries.
Nicoya Lifesciences
Venture Round in 2019
Nicoya Lifesciences Inc. is a Canadian company based in Kitchener that specializes in developing advanced sensor products for the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Founded in 2012, Nicoya creates instruments designed to analyze biomolecular interactions, including proteins, antibodies, DNA, RNA, and small molecules. Their product lineup includes surface plasmon resonance (SPR) instruments, spectrophotometers, sensor chips, reagents, and accessories, as well as the OpenSPR, a personal label-free biomolecular analysis instrument. In addition to hardware, Nicoya offers software solutions for real-time kinetic analysis, instrument control, and optical peak tracking, enhancing the capabilities of their analytical tools.
Lynx Equity
Venture Round in 2019
Lynx Equity Limited is a private equity firm founded in November 2007 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with additional offices in San Diego, California, and Calgary, Canada. The firm specializes in management buyouts, recapitalizations, and growth capital investments in small to medium-sized enterprises, primarily targeting companies in North America, particularly in Ontario and Western Canada. Lynx Equity focuses on sectors such as manufacturing, business services, financial services, industrial products, food, clean energy, and consumer products. The firm typically invests between CAD $200,000 and CAD $8 million per transaction in companies with enterprise values ranging from CAD $1 million to CAD $10 million and revenues not exceeding CAD $25 million. Lynx Equity usually seeks to acquire a 100% stake in its portfolio companies, holding investments for three to five years, and structures its investments as a combination of debt and equity. The firm emphasizes transactions involving retiring entrepreneurs looking to transition their businesses.
Pixel Union Design
Venture Round in 2019
Pixel Union Design Ltd. is a design company based in Victoria, Canada, specializing in creating custom themes for websites and online stores. Founded in 2009, the company develops tailored solutions for various platforms, including Shopify, WordPress, Bigcommerce, and Tumblr. Its offerings encompass a diverse portfolio of themes, such as Sugar, Grid, Pacific, and Titan, aimed at enhancing the online presence of brands and businesses globally. In addition to theme design, Pixel Union provides a range of web services, including building custom websites and stores, catering to the needs of e-commerce applications and theme agencies, thereby supporting the growth of online retail brands.
Cognibox
Private Equity Round in 2019
Cognibox is a leading company in risk management and contractor compliance, specializing in software solutions for supplier qualification and contractor management. Founded in 1972 and headquartered in Shawinigan, Canada, Cognibox offers a comprehensive online system that facilitates the entire qualification process, including the search and selection of potential suppliers and subcontractors, as well as pre-qualification, evaluation, verification, monitoring, and ongoing follow-up. The company also provides consulting services, e-learning training, file management, and contractor support. Its solutions cater to various industries, including aerospace, mining, metallurgy, agriculture and food, and forest and paper, ensuring that organizations can maintain a high standard of compliance and risk management.
Eigen Innovations
Series A in 2019
Eigen Innovations Inc. is a company that specializes in developing quality inspection and process control solutions for industrial manufacturers. Founded in 2012 and based in Fredericton, Canada, Eigen Innovations provides the Intellexon vision analytics platform, which utilizes artificial intelligence and industrial Internet of Things technology to optimize machine settings based on operator needs. The company's solutions capture and analyze video and sensor data from manufacturing processes, facilitating automated inline inspections and generating standardized digital inspection records. These records enable factory teams to analyze data and identify the causes of defects, contributing to reduced reoccurrence. Eigen's software is applicable across various industries, including automotive, food processing, construction materials, and mining/smelting, helping manufacturers enhance operational efficiency and improve product quality.
Strato Automation
Venture Round in 2019
Strato Automation, established in 2010 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, specializes in developing and manufacturing building automation systems. Their product portfolio includes a range of controllers for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, as well as sensors and software solutions for system management. The company's mission is to create simple, open, and smart building control products, benefiting both building owners and occupants. They cater to light commercial systems and enterprise-level building automation, serving diverse sectors such as retail, manufacturing, education, medical, and hospitality.
Avidbots, established in 2014 and headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, specializes in developing and manufacturing autonomous commercial floor cleaning robots. Their flagship product, NEO, uses laser mapping technology to efficiently clean and maintain large spaces in various industries, including airports, retail malls, hospitals, and warehouses. NEO operates alongside human cleaning crews, allowing them to focus on higher-value tasks while the robot handles repetitive floor scrubbing. The company's mission is to integrate robots into everyday life to enhance human potential.
ClaroNav
Venture Round in 2019
ClaroNav is a medical device company based in Toronto, Canada, with additional offices in Europe and East Asia. Founded in 2001, ClaroNav specializes in developing software solutions for medical image processing and surgical navigation. Their flagship product, MicronTracker, detects and tracks the location and orientation of specially marked objects. The company also offers applications like Navident for dental implantation, Navient for general surgeries, NaviX as a surgical navigation platform, and ClaroBot for robotic tool guidance. Additionally, ClaroNav provides services in algorithmic development for image acquisition and calibration, serving diagnostic imaging companies, medical device manufacturers, and medical centers.
Hortau
Venture Round in 2019
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.
Paper
Venture Round in 2019
Paper, Inc., established in 2014 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with an additional office in Santa Monica, California, is a remote tutoring company. It designs an educational support system platform that offers live help, essay review, real-time feedback, and intervention tools for students and teachers. The platform aims to provide personalized learning support, connecting students with certified educators who can provide contextualized feedback and guide them towards a deeper understanding of academic concepts.
Nuvyyo Inc. is a technology company based in Kanata, Ontario, Canada, founded in 2010 with the aim of transforming the home media experience for consumers in North America. The company is best known for its flagship product, Tablo, which launched in 2014 as the first app-enabled digital video recorder (DVR) designed for Over-the-Air (OTA) TV. Tablo allows users to discover, watch, and record free television content from their antenna across various devices, providing flexibility and convenience. In addition to Tablo, Nuvyyo offers JetStreamHD, a mobile media solution that streams live TV, videos, songs, and photos to iPads, along with the JetStreamHD Mobile Media Adapter, which connects users to their home network. Nuvyyo distributes its products online and through application stores, catering to an audience seeking easy access to media content.
k-eCommerce
Seed Round in 2019
k-eCommerce is a company that specializes in providing integrated ecommerce solutions tailored for Microsoft Dynamics and SAP platforms. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Laval, Canada, the company offers a comprehensive range of services, including online payment processing and design services. Its solutions cater to both B2B and B2C markets, featuring capabilities such as customer service, sales portals, online marketing, and content management. These tools are designed to streamline and automate business processes, enhance online sales, and improve search engine visibility. k-eCommerce delivers its offerings on demand or on-premise and serves a diverse clientele across various countries, including Germany, Australia, and Britain. The company, previously known as kCentric Technologies, Inc., rebranded to k-eCommerce in November 2013 and currently operates as a subsidiary of Mediagrif Interactive Technologies Inc.
NanoXplore Inc. is a graphene company that specializes in the manufacture and supply of high-volume graphene powder for industrial applications. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Montréal, Canada, the company operates production facilities in both Canada and Switzerland. NanoXplore offers a variety of graphene-based solutions, including GrapheneBlack powder and heXo-G graphene-plastic masterbatch pellets, as well as customized graphene-enhanced plastic and composite products. These offerings cater to various sectors such as transportation, packaging, and electronics. With a strong foundation in carbon chemistry, NanoXplore aims to enhance the performance of its customers' products through innovative graphene technologies.
NanoXplore Inc. is a graphene company that specializes in the manufacture and supply of high-volume graphene powder for industrial applications. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Montréal, Canada, the company operates production facilities in both Canada and Switzerland. NanoXplore offers a variety of graphene-based solutions, including GrapheneBlack powder and heXo-G graphene-plastic masterbatch pellets, as well as customized graphene-enhanced plastic and composite products. These offerings cater to various sectors such as transportation, packaging, and electronics. With a strong foundation in carbon chemistry, NanoXplore aims to enhance the performance of its customers' products through innovative graphene technologies.
Verdant Environmental Technologies
Venture Round in 2019
Verdant Environmental Technologies, Inc. is a manufacturer of innovative energy management systems primarily designed for the hospitality industry, as well as for commercial and institutional buildings. Founded in 2008 and based in Lachine, Canada, the company develops products that significantly enhance energy efficiency, such as the VX SERIES thermostat, which features built-in occupancy sensors and various energy-saving presets. These products utilize patented motion and thermal sensing technologies to monitor occupancy and automatically adjust heating and cooling, achieving energy savings of over 40% without compromising guest comfort. Verdant also offers a range of accessories, including wireless sensors and remote management tools, to support its energy management solutions. The company markets its products through original equipment manufacturer partners in North America and operates as a subsidiary of Emerson International Holding Company Limited.
Orium
Venture Round in 2019
North America’s leading composable commerce consultancy and systems integrator, we work with best-in-class technology partners to set strong composable commerce foundations today that can support how brands serve their customers across channels in the future. Orium was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Toronto, Ontario.
Groupe JLD Laguë
Private Equity Round in 2019
Groupe JLD Laguë is a distributor of farm machinery and heavy equipment based in Quebec and Ontario. The company specializes in providing a wide range of equipment for agricultural, landscaping, snow removal, and commercial maintenance activities. Its product offerings include tractors, mowers, forage harvesters, combine harvesters, balers, snowblowers, mini-excavators, skid steer loaders, and utility vehicles. In addition to equipment distribution, Groupe JLD Laguë also offers financing services, assisting clients in meeting their heavy truck and related equipment needs. The company distinguishes itself from competitors by focusing on innovative technological advancements to enhance its product lineup and services.
H2O Innovation
Post in 2018
H2O Innovation Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in integrated water treatment solutions utilizing membrane filtration technology. It operates through three primary segments: Water Technologies and Services, Specialty Products, and Operation and Maintenance Services. The Water Technologies and Services segment focuses on providing systems for drinking and industrial process water, as well as water reclamation, desalination, and wastewater treatment. The company also manufactures and supplies a range of membrane filtration systems, spare parts, and specialty reverse osmosis chemicals. Its Specialty Products segment includes a variety of consumables, such as membrane cleaners and coagulants, alongside maple syrup production equipment. The Operation and Maintenance Services segment offers public works services, construction for water infrastructure, and containerized treatment systems. Additionally, H2O Innovation provides technical support and software solutions for monitoring water treatment processes. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Quebec City, the company has established itself as a leader in the water treatment industry, continuously expanding its market presence.
Angiochem
Series C in 2018
Angiochem Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Montreal, Canada, specializing in the discovery and development of peptide drug conjugates aimed at treating neurological diseases. The company focuses on creating innovative therapies that can effectively cross the blood-brain barrier, addressing significant medical needs associated with central nervous system disorders. Angiochem's portfolio includes ANG1005, a taxane derivative designed to enter cancer cells via the low density lipoprotein receptor-related protein 1 (LRP-1), and ANG4043, an anticancer therapy targeting breast cancer metastases in the brain. Additionally, the company develops peptide antibody conjugates, antibody-drug conjugates for targeted tumor treatment, and neurotensin derivatives for managing post-surgical and cancer-related pain. Angiochem's proprietary EPiC platform enables the design of Engineered Peptide Compounds that leverage receptor-based mechanisms to facilitate drug delivery across the blood-brain barrier. The company was founded in 2003 and remains committed to advancing therapies for a range of CNS diseases, including primary brain cancer, lysosomal storage diseases, and others.
TouchBistro
Series D in 2018
TouchBistro, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing iPad-based point-of-sale (POS) solutions tailored for the food and beverage industry, including restaurants, cafes, bars, and food trucks. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in New York, with an additional office in Toronto, TouchBistro provides various POS systems, such as Restaurant POS, Food Truck POS, and Bar POS, which streamline order management and payment processing. Its innovative system allows servers to take orders directly at the table, reducing the need for multiple trips to a terminal and minimizing errors. Additionally, TouchBistro offers features like TouchBistro Reservations for guest management, cloud-based reporting and analytics, and customer-facing displays, enhancing both operational efficiency and customer experience. The company's products are available through the Apple App Store in the United States and internationally.
ecobee, Inc. is a Toronto-based company founded in 2007 that specializes in manufacturing Wi-Fi enabled smart thermostats and light automation equipment for both residential and commercial applications. The company’s product lineup includes the SmartThermostat with voice control, ecobee3 lite, SmartSensor, and ecobee Switch+, all designed to enhance energy conservation and provide customizable temperature settings. These devices allow users to manage their home or office environments remotely via a mobile application compatible with various platforms, including iOS, Android, and BlackBerry. Ecobee's offerings aim to empower consumers to monitor and reduce their energy consumption while maintaining comfort in their spaces. The company sells its products primarily through online channels.
Keatext
Seed Round in 2018
Keatext Inc. is a Montreal-based company founded in 2010 that specializes in AI-powered text analytics. It offers a cloud-based platform designed to synthesize and analyze customer feedback from various sources, including surveys, online reviews, chat logs, and social media. By utilizing deep learning and natural language processing, Keatext enables businesses to uncover actionable insights from large volumes of unstructured data. The platform helps organizations understand customer sentiment and intent, allowing them to respond effectively to customer needs. With its comprehensive dashboard, Keatext aims to enhance customer experience management and foster meaningful relationships between businesses and their clients.
REPerformance
Seed Round in 2018
REPerformance is a fitness platform designed to provide custom health plans and resources that promote athleticism and well-being. Catering to youth, the company aims to address the high dropout rates in sports by offering tools and support that empower individuals to excel in both sport and life. REPerformance features workout builders, analytics, self-assessments, and yoga information, equipping users with the knowledge needed to achieve their health and fitness goals. In addition to its digital offerings, the company fosters a strong workplace culture centered around fitness, as employees—including developers, marketers, and leadership—actively participate in sports and exercise together. Located within a university recreation center in Canada, REPerformance embodies a commitment to helping others pursue their best selves through fitness.
Trip Ninja
Pre Seed Round in 2017
Trip Ninja Inc., established in 2015 and based in Halifax, Canada, specializes in multi-destination flight booking solutions. Its core product is a web-based application that enables users to search for optimized travel routes worldwide at the lowest cost. Trip Ninja caters to both consumers via its website and businesses through its API, serving as a comprehensive tool for travel agencies seeking affordable and efficient trip planning.