Export Development Canada

Export Development Canada (EDC) is an export credit agency established in 1944 and headquartered in Ottawa, Ontario. The organization is dedicated to supporting and enhancing Canada's export trade by facilitating international business opportunities for Canadian companies, both large and small. EDC offers a range of financial services, including trade financing, export credit insurance, and secured loans, specifically designed to assist Canadian exporters, investors, and their international buyers. Additionally, EDC engages in private equity and venture capital investments, further contributing to the growth and competitiveness of Canadian businesses in the global market.

Hozefa Abbas

Investment Partner

Erik Brien-Wright

Partner

Sean Brownlee

Director

Carl Burlock

Executive Vice President and Chief Business Officer

Isabela Murillo

Investment Manager

Richard Pinnock

Chief Diversity Officer and Director

Julie Pottier

senior Vice President

Eric Siegel

COO

Gabriel Sirois

Partner

Stephen Wilhelm

Lead Investment Manager, Equity

Past deals in Montreal

Koïos Intelligence

Seed Round in 2023
Koios Intelligence is focused on transforming the financial and insurance sectors through the use of AI-powered conversational systems. By developing advanced chatbots and virtual assistants, the company streamlines processes and enhances customer experiences across various stages, including pre-sales, sales, and post-sales. These solutions automate interactions and facilitate data collection, allowing organizations to reduce costs, improve operational efficiency, and deliver high-quality customer service. Through its innovative technology, Koios Intelligence aims to empower the financial industry by providing tools that enhance communication and operational effectiveness.

Busbud

Venture Round in 2022
Busbud, Inc. is an online platform that specializes in inter-city bus travel booking services. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, the company allows travelers to search, compare, and book bus tickets for various destinations both domestically and internationally. Busbud aggregates schedules, prices, and amenities from numerous bus operators, providing valuable travel information through its website and mobile application. Users can explore over 10,000 cities in 89 countries, with options available in multiple languages and currencies. The platform aims to enhance the travel experience by offering comprehensive details about bus services, including reviews and service classes, while ensuring customer support is available around the clock.

RenoRun

Series B in 2022
RenoRun Inc. is a construction materials delivery company that provides a wide range of products, including beams, bricks, and concrete mixes, primarily serving the construction industry. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, RenoRun operates in key markets such as Toronto, Canada, and Austin, Texas. The company offers a mobile-friendly platform that allows general contractors to efficiently order materials and receive timely deliveries directly to job sites, thereby enhancing productivity and reducing downtime. With a focus on streamlining the procurement process, RenoRun aims to be the largest single-source platform for construction materials, simplifying the supply chain for contractors and builders.

Fody

Venture Round in 2020
Fody Food creates a delicious, gut-friendly, low FODMAP foods. They believe that nothing should hinder freedom – especially not food. Through their delicious low FODMAP foods and recipes, they provide people much-needed relief from their IBS symptoms. Fody Food was in 2016 and is based in Montreal, Quebec.

Busbud

Series C in 2020
Busbud, Inc. is an online platform that specializes in inter-city bus travel booking services. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, the company allows travelers to search, compare, and book bus tickets for various destinations both domestically and internationally. Busbud aggregates schedules, prices, and amenities from numerous bus operators, providing valuable travel information through its website and mobile application. Users can explore over 10,000 cities in 89 countries, with options available in multiple languages and currencies. The platform aims to enhance the travel experience by offering comprehensive details about bus services, including reviews and service classes, while ensuring customer support is available around the clock.

Rithmik Solutions

Grant in 2019
Rithmik Solutions Ltd. develops and operates software solution for mining industry. The company offers Asset Health Analyzer, an artificial intelligence (AI) based solution that analyze mining equipment and provides indicator for equipment issues. Its solution tracks equipment health and helps to reduce maintenance. Rithmik Solutions Ltd. was founded in 2017 and is based in Montreal, Canada.

OMsignal

Series B in 2016
OMsignal Inc. is a Montreal-based company specializing in bio-sensing clothing that integrates advanced sensor technology to monitor vital health metrics. Founded in 2011, the company produces apparel such as the OMbra, a sports bra that captures detailed body signals, and the OMshirt, which tracks heart rate and breathing patterns. These garments connect to mobile devices, allowing users to access real-time biometric data through the OMsignal app. The app provides insights into heart rate, breathing rhythms, calorie expenditure, and other activity metrics, facilitating comprehensive health tracking. OMsignal's innovative approach aims to empower individuals to maintain their fitness and well-being through the seamless integration of technology into everyday life. The company's products are available for purchase online.

Beyond the Rack

Series B in 2011
Beyond the Rack is a Montreal-based private shopping club that offers exclusive discounts of up to 80% on a wide range of products, including apparel, accessories, fragrances, home goods, and electronics for men, women, and children. With around 15 million active members across Canada and the United States, the platform features limited-quantity flash sales that typically last 48 to 72 hours or until the merchandise sells out. Beyond the Rack collaborates with over 3,000 major fashion brands to provide these deals without involving a retail middleman. Members receive tailored notifications about upcoming sales based on their preferences, and the site conducts 15 to 25 sales daily, depending on demand. Membership is free, with several easy sign-up options, and Beyond the Rack is known for its responsive customer service and efficient shipping. The company has gained recognition for its growth, having been named the fastest-growing internet retailer in 2011, and has generated substantial sales revenue.
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