Business Development Bank of Canada
The Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) is a government-owned financial institution established in 1944, headquartered in Montreal. It aims to foster economic growth and job creation by providing financial products and services primarily to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Canada. BDC offers a range of services, including business loans, subordinate financing, venture capital, and consulting support in areas such as strategic planning and human resource management. The bank serves various industries, including aerospace, automotive, construction, food and beverage, manufacturing, mining, oil and gas, technology, and tourism. With a network of over 100 offices, BDC operates in both official languages, ensuring access to its services for a diverse clientele nationwide.
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Spring Loaded Technology is changing the way the world moves. We're a company that thrives at the interface of research and development to build and deliver breakthrough technologies that can change and improve lives. Our flagship product, LevitationTM is the world’s first compact and powerful bionic knee brace capable of enhancing the power output of the leg muscles. For athletes, our braces offer reduced fatigue, heightened endurance, and increased performance. For individuals with a knee injury or mobility impairment, our braces function to restore mobility, reduce joint compression, and reduce pain. Whether it’s new heights of athletic performance or a return to the lifestyle you are accustomed to, Spring Loaded Technology is building a brace for you.
Voltera is a manufacturer of circuit board printers designed to expedite hardware development for engineers. By enabling rapid prototyping of circuit boards within minutes, Voltera addresses the challenges associated with traditional fabrication processes, which often involve significant costs and lengthy lead times. This innovative technology allows organizations to iterate on circuit layouts quickly, drastically reducing the time and expense typically associated with outsourcing board fabrication. As a result, the development cycle can be shortened from months to days, empowering companies to bring new products to market more efficiently and effectively.