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Fondaction

Fondaction is a Montreal-based investment firm established in 1996, specializing in both direct and fund of fund investments, primarily in small and medium-sized enterprises across various sectors, with a strong emphasis on clean energy and agri-food. The firm engages in private equity and venture capital investments, targeting companies at various stages, including seed, startup, and later-stage transactions, primarily within Quebec. Fondaction's direct investments range from CAD 0.5 million to CAD 10 million, while fund investments typically fall between CAD 0.5 million and CAD 75 million per transaction. With a commitment to socially responsible finance, Fondaction integrates sustainable development principles into its investment strategy, supporting over 1,050 SMEs and contributing to job creation in the region. The organization manages assets exceeding one billion dollars, derived from retirement savings of more than 131,000 shareholders. Fondaction is recognized for its transparency in sustainable development practices and compliance with international reporting standards.

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Éric Baron

Portfolio Manager

Marc Benoît

Portfolio Director

Marc-André Binette

Deputy Head, Real estate, Funds and Co-Investments

Claire Bisson

Deputy Chief Investment Officer

Geneviève Bouthillier

Deputy Chief investment Officer

Richard Buies

Portfolio Director

Pierre B. Lafrenière

Director

Luc Lapointe

Portfolio Manager

Bruno Masson

Portfolio Director

Stephan Morency

Chief Investment Officer

Genevieve Morin

Chief Investment Officer

Johanne Provost-Mitchell

Associate

Marie-Josée Rioux

Portfolio Manager

Nataly-Claude Simard

Portfolio Manager

Roxanne Turcotte

Portfolio Director

Paul Villemaire

Senior Portfolio Manager

Luc Villeneuve

Senior Portfolio Manager, Funds and Real Estate

126 past transactions

MY01

Series A in 2023
MY01 offers real-time, accurate muscle pressure measurement that allows users to take timely action. MY01 capitalizes on clinically proven sensitivity and specificity for diagnosing Acute Compartment Syndrome (ACS). The company was founded in 2015 and based in Montréal, Quebec, Canada.

Libro

Venture Round in 2023
Libro makes the online reservation process easier for restaurant owners and diners.

Lithion

Series A in 2022
Lithion is a company focused on the environmentally responsible and economically viable management of lithium-ion batteries. It offers a recycling platform that employs a combination of hydro- and electrometallurgy-based extraction processes. This innovative approach results in a low-carbon recycling method that generates zero effluent, making it a sustainable option for clients and government entities looking to recycle batteries. Lithion aims to facilitate the efficient recovery of valuable materials from used batteries while minimizing environmental impact.

Nectar Technologies

Seed Round in 2021
Nectar's mission is to ensure the health of honey bees by helping beekeepers apply the right care at the right time through bee-friendly and human technology. They aim to bring bees and beekeepers closer together by enabling communication between two species.w

Sofiac

Debt Financing in 2021
OFIAC helps commercial and industrial sector businesses to increase their profitability and competitiveness through the development, financing, and implementation of energy efficiency projects. SOFIAC’s innovative business model enables its clients to benefit immediately from a portion of the savings generated by reduced energy consumption, thereby enabling them to save without spending.

La Coop fédérée

Venture Round in 2020
La Coop fédérée is an agri-food federation of cooperatives that represent agricultural producers and consumers. It represents more than 60,000 members grouped into close to 70 cooperatives in multiple Canadian provinces. La Coop fédérée employs more than 13,000 employees and has a revenue of $6.3 billion. Its activities are divided into three divisions: Olymel S.E.C (under the Olymel, Flamingo and Lafleur banners, the Agri-business division (under the La Coop, Élite, Agrocentre, Agrico and Agromart banners), and the BMR Group (under the BMR, Unimat and Potvin & Bouchard banners). La Coop fédérée was founded on 1922 and is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec in Canada.

Hardware Agencies

Acquisition in 2020
Hardware Agencies Ltd. operates as a wholesale distributor of security hardware. The company's products include locks, padlocks, safes, exit devices, electronic hardware, keys and accessories as well as tools. The company was founded in 1951 and is based in Toronto, Canada. As of December 2, 2012, Hardware Agencies Ltd. operates as a subsidiary of Shanahan's Limited Partnership.

Serrubec

Acquisition in 2020
Serrubec Inc. operates as a wholesale distributor of security hardware. The company's products include locks, padlocks, safes, exit devices, electronic hardware, keys and accessories as well as tools. The company was founded in 1970 and is based in Dorval, Canada. As of December 2, 2012, Serrubec Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Shanahan's Limited Partnership.

McGregor Hardware

Acquisition in 2020
McGregor Hardware Distribution is a locksmith wholesaler in Canada, and in the United States. Over the years the name has been shortened to be affectionately known as MHD. McGregor Hardware is a division of distribution of the SECCAN group, with Hardware Agencies in Ontario, and Serrubec in Quebec.

InEdge

Venture Round in 2020
InEdge is a consultancy specialized in Business Intelligence (BI) and Analytics for the Insurance industry. InEdge uses its experience and expertise to help their clients gather and understand large amounts of data from various sources to make real-time decisions in a more cost-effective, efficient, and reliable manner. It aligns its clients’ business strategies while creating their corporate-level programs for implementing Business Intelligence and Analytics. InEdge aslo shares with its clients its Business Intelligence Accelerators; intellectual property assets developed to help significantly decrease implementation time, costs, and risks.

Eddyfi

Private Equity Round in 2020
Eddyfi Technologies, a label designed to maximize the potential of multiple NDT inspection technology brands. The transaction aims to strengthen the group’s position in the oil & gas industry, and brings an additional portfolio of products and technologies to the company.

La Coop fédérée

Venture Round in 2019
La Coop fédérée is an agri-food federation of cooperatives that represent agricultural producers and consumers. It represents more than 60,000 members grouped into close to 70 cooperatives in multiple Canadian provinces. La Coop fédérée employs more than 13,000 employees and has a revenue of $6.3 billion. Its activities are divided into three divisions: Olymel S.E.C (under the Olymel, Flamingo and Lafleur banners, the Agri-business division (under the La Coop, Élite, Agrocentre, Agrico and Agromart banners), and the BMR Group (under the BMR, Unimat and Potvin & Bouchard banners). La Coop fédérée was founded on 1922 and is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec in Canada.

Munvo

Private Equity Round in 2019
Munvo Solutions Inc. is a consulting firm based in Montreal, Canada, that specializes in enhancing clients' marketing capabilities. Founded in 2005, the company provides a range of services, including marketing data management, marketing operations services, and the implementation of marketing solutions. Additionally, Munvo offers MarTech assessment and roadmap services to help organizations optimize their marketing technology strategies. Through its expertise, Munvo aims to assist businesses in effectively managing their marketing efforts and achieving better results.

Côté Jardin

Private Equity Round in 2019
Aménagement Côté Jardin is an urban development company working mainly in the commercial, public and institutional sectors.

Art Massif

Debt Financing in 2019
MASSIVE ART STRUCTURE OF WOOD INC. designs and manufactures glued-laminated timber structures for businesses, restaurants, sporting goods, libraries, houses, and gymnasiums. It offers products, such as glue laminated decking, frames for public and commercial buildings, portico, porch, arbor, carport, and sculpted beam. The company was founded in 2010 and is based in Saint-Jean-Port-Joli, Canada.

Finitec

Venture Round in 2019
Groupe Finitec is a manufacturer that develops, produces, and markets a diverse range of flooring accessories aimed at enhancing and restoring floors. Their product offerings include acoustics, adhesives, varnishes, and cleaning solutions, alongside tools for finishing and restoration. Additionally, they provide ventilation grilles, contributing to comprehensive floor maintenance. The company distributes its products through a wide network of retail channels, including hardware stores, paint shops, and specialized wooden flooring outlets, as well as online platforms, ensuring accessibility to a broad customer base.

Cbci Telecom

Private Equity Round in 2019
Cbci Telecom is a telecommunications video company located in Lachine.

Cognibox

Private Equity Round in 2019
Cognibox develops a risk management and contractor compliance software. The company allows searching and selection of potential suppliers or subcontractors, to pre-qualification, evaluation, verification, monitoring and follow-up. It provides consulting, e learning training, file management and follow up, and contractor support. It serves Aerospace, Mining, Metallurgy, Agriculture and Food, and Forest and Paper industry. Cognibox was founded in 1972 and is headquartered in Shawinigan, Canada.

Morille

Debt Financing in 2019
Producer of non-timber forest food products intended to serve restaurants, food product distributors and processors and consumers. The company's products include mushrooms, boreal spices, small northern fruits, as well as sauces and ready-to-cook meals, enabling customers to enjoy wild cuisines sitting at home.

Enerkem

Corporate Round in 2019
Enerkem Inc., a development stage company, focuses on the development and production of renewable biofuels and chemicals from waste. The company primarily focuses on the commercial production of cellulosic ethanol. Its proprietary thermochemical process converts waste into biofuels and chemicals. The company has a strategic partnership with NOVA Chemicals Corporation. The company is based in Montreal, Canada.

Pierre du Moulin

Venture Round in 2019
Pierre Du Moulin, brings together entrepreneurs from the agricultural and agri-food sector wishing to revalue agricultural land in Charlevoix by setting up agricultural projects organic.

GRYB

Debt Financing in 2019
GRYB manufactures attachments for heavy machinery. Its products include buckets, concrete pulverizers, grapples, hydraulic thumbs, electromagnet attachments, and snow scrapers. GRYB also offers on-site turn-key installation services, refurbishment, and on-site repair services. The company caters to construction, excavation, demolition, recycling, handling and snow removal sectors. GRYB was formerly known as Groupe R.Y. Beaudoin Inc. and changed its name to GRYB in 2016. The company was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Victoriaville, Canada.

Hortau

Venture Round in 2019
Hortau specializes in wireless and web-based irrigation management. Hortau integrates proprietary soil sensing innovations with the latest information technologies to deliver the most advanced irrigation management solutions on the market. Hortau was founded in 2002, by Dr. Jean Caron, Agronomist, Ph.D in Soil Physics and Jocelyn Boudreau, agricultural engineer, M.Sc. in Soil Physics. Their expertise is in Agronomy, Soil Physics and Agricultural Engineering. Improving crop production is their focus.

Brault & Bouthillier

Private Equity Round in 2019
Brault & Bouthillier Inc. is a retailer based in Montreal, Canada, specializing in educational and curriculum-based products for children. Founded in 1944, the company offers a diverse range of items, including educational games, arts and crafts supplies, science and technology toys, furniture, physical education equipment, and teaching materials for subjects like math and French. In addition to its retail operations, Brault & Bouthillier provides training and consulting services for educators, teaching specialists, and parents, aimed at enhancing children's learning experiences. The company also hosts events such as Red Carpet Days for teachers, robotic training sessions, and arts and crafts workshops. With sales offices across Quebec, Ontario, and the Maritimes, Brault & Bouthillier is committed to supporting the educational community and fostering the development of children through quality products and services.

Edilex

Private Equity Round in 2019
Edilex is a developer of cloud-based legal software focused on simplifying legal transactions for organizations. The company's platform provides tools for drafting contracts, calls for tenders, and other legal documents, making legal processes more accessible and efficient. With features such as editorial automation, contract templates, and downloadable legal documents, Edilex aims to help legal professionals, businesses, and public entities enhance their control over legal tasks while minimizing risks. Through its commitment to leveraging legal technology, Edilex seeks to transform the way legal documentation is handled, ensuring that these processes are straightforward and affordable.

Les Viandes Biologiques de Charlevoix

Private Equity Round in 2018
Les Viandes biologiques de Charlevoix Inc. engages in production, processing and distribution of organic chicken and pork. Les Viandes biologiques de Charlevoix Inc. was founded in 2001 and is based in St-Urbain, Canada.

Kanuk

Private Equity Round in 2018
Kanuk Inc. is a Montreal-based company that specializes in designing, manufacturing, and selling winter clothing for both men and women. Established in 1974, Kanuk has built a reputation for creating high-quality winter coats, lightweight coats, and accessories specifically tailored to withstand the harsh Canadian winters. The company's origins stem from a desire to produce the best coat for extreme cold, leading to the development of essential outerwear that has become synonymous with protection against severe weather. With a focus on craftsmanship and a commitment to functionality, Kanuk continues to evolve its style while maintaining its dedication to providing effective winter apparel.

ITI

Debt Financing in 2018
Informatique Procontact is an information technology company based in Laval that specializes in network hardware and IT consulting services. The company serves a diverse clientele, including government entities, healthcare organizations, educational institutions, large corporations, and small to medium-sized enterprises. Its offerings encompass a wide range of services, such as analysis, architecture, network design, deployment, support, and procurement for information and communications technologies. By focusing on cost-effective business solutions, Informatique Procontact aims to meet the unique needs of both public and private sector clients.

Fiducie

Venture Round in 2018
Fiducie promotes the expansion and development of collective enterprises by improving access to financing and ensuring better capitalization of social economy enterprises.

Electrobac

Seed Round in 2018
ELECTROBAC INC. develops a smart bin for disposing electronic waste. It provides recovery and repackaging of small electronics. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Montreal, Canada.

Big Bang

Private Equity Round in 2018
Big Bang ERP Inc. is a consulting firm based in Montreal, Canada, specializing in the implementation of cloud-based enterprise resource planning, customer relationship management, and business management software. Established in 2013, the company focuses on helping organizations optimize and streamline their processes by developing digital strategies and deploying tailored business solutions. Big Bang offers a range of services, including development, migration, integration, support, and training, to enhance organizational efficiency and expertise. With a commitment to creating tangible value, the firm serves a diverse clientele across various industries worldwide, including locations in France, Mauritius, and the United States.

ESI Technologies

Private Equity Round in 2018
ESI Technologies contribue à propulser les compagnies québécoises depuis 1994, en reliant les domaines critiques de la transformation des données en information. La mission d’ESI est de proposer les solutions des meilleurs manufacturiers de l’industrie pour gérer, protéger et transformer les données générées par les activités des entreprises. ESI offre son expertise technologique de pointe et sa grande compréhension des enjeux d’affaires afin de tirer une véritable valeur ajoutée des volumes de données,

BCI Foods

Private Equity Round in 2018
Producer of canned soups and sauces based in Saint-Hyacinthe, Québec. The company offers a wide range of savory soups, ready-to-serve soups, broths, sauces and ready-to-eat pasta and meals in packets as well as luxury recipes and health positioning, thereby enabling customers to enjoy exquisitely flavored soup.

Incursion Voyages

Debt Financing in 2018
Incursion Voyages is a travel agency that organizes cruises and trips for travellers.

AtmanCo

Post in 2018
AtmanCo is the publisher of a scientifically validated psychometric test. Through the HR cloud platform or the application program interface (API), the results allow the companies to optimize the talents of their human capital by improving the recruiting and organizational development success rate. AtmanCo's solutions also enable impacting the major consumer market by easily integrating them with our partners' technological solutions.

Action 500

Debt Financing in 2018
Operator of recreation and entertainment centers designed to organize sports activities. The company's centers offer karting with fully electric cars, along with a new laser concept, escape games that integrate the intellect with X-Cape games as well as state-of-the-art VIP rooms for groups, enabling gaming enthusiasts to engage in adventurous karting activities.

Cisolift

Debt Financing in 2018
Cisolift Distribution Inc. offers new and used lift equipment. It provides tele handlers, boom lifts, scissor lifts, and trailers. Its service includes workshop, parts, mobile service units, and manuals. It offers services to industry, construction, rental centres, and individuals. The company was founded in 2002 and is based in Saint-Germain-de-Grantham, Canada.

Arsenal Media

Private Equity Round in 2018
Arsenal Media is 15 regional radio stations and 4 re-transmitters across Quebec, an online store, production studios for visual and sound content as well as a dozen information and entertainment platforms.

Derco Horticulture

Seed Round in 2018
Derco Horticulture Inc. manufactures and distributes horticulture and garden products. The company's products include gardening tools, equipment for irrigation, lighting, ponds, and landscaping. The company was incorporated in 2017 and is based in Saint-Germain-de-Grantham, Canada.

G2MC

Private Equity Round in 2018
G2MC Group brings together the Jardin de Ville, Maison Corbeil, La Galerie du Meuble and MUST banners.

Taxelco

Venture Round in 2018
Taxelco is dedicated to providing ecological taxi transport solutions in Montreal. The company aims to consolidate the interests of the taxi industry for the benefit of stakeholders and citizens alike. By focusing on fully electric vehicles, Taxelco seeks to create operational synergies and leverage information technologies to enhance efficiency. A pilot project launched in November 2015 involved 50 electric taxis, designed to optimize performance in Montreal's challenging weather conditions. This initiative not only promotes sustainable transportation but also positions Montreal as a leader in green urban mobility, aligning with the city's cultural and innovative identity. Through its efforts, Taxelco contributes to responsible economic and social development within the community.

Enerkem

Private Equity Round in 2018
Enerkem Inc., a development stage company, focuses on the development and production of renewable biofuels and chemicals from waste. The company primarily focuses on the commercial production of cellulosic ethanol. Its proprietary thermochemical process converts waste into biofuels and chemicals. The company has a strategic partnership with NOVA Chemicals Corporation. The company is based in Montreal, Canada.

Enerkem

Corporate Round in 2018
Enerkem Inc., a development stage company, focuses on the development and production of renewable biofuels and chemicals from waste. The company primarily focuses on the commercial production of cellulosic ethanol. Its proprietary thermochemical process converts waste into biofuels and chemicals. The company has a strategic partnership with NOVA Chemicals Corporation. The company is based in Montreal, Canada.

LB Laser

Seed Round in 2018
LB Laser Inc. is a Canadian company based in Saint-Romuald, established in 2015. It specializes in providing laser cutting and sheet metal folding services to commercial clients. In addition to these core offerings, the company also provides welding services and hardware optimization, allowing clients in the production sector to customize sheet metal according to their specific requirements.

BOW

Debt Financing in 2017
Bow Plastics, Ltd. manufactures plastic pipe and fittings for the residential and commercial construction industry in North America. The company offers drainage and pressure plumbing products in various plastic materials; and copper solder and insert fittings for the plumbing market. It also serves professional and do-it-yourself market in Canada, the United States, Central and South America. The company markets its products through sales representatives, distributors, and warehouses. Bow Plastics, Ltd. was founded in 1939 and is based in Montreal, Canada.

SAIS Interconnexion

Private Equity Round in 2017
Provider of installation services of structured fiber optic cabling intended to serve data centers. The company offers the establishment of telecommunications infrastructure, infrastructure management and emergency service after installation, enabling clients to facilitate cable distribution for communication.

CoPower

Venture Round in 2017
CoPower Inc., founded in 2013 and headquartered in Canada, operates as an online platform focused on clean energy investing. It facilitates investments in energy efficiency and renewable energy generation projects, aiming to provide financial returns while also delivering measurable environmental benefits. Since late 2014, CoPower has successfully placed over $2.5 million in clean energy loans. The company is recognized as a Certified B Corporation, reflecting its commitment to social and environmental responsibility.

Brandon Manufacturing

Private Equity Round in 2017
Brandon Manufacturing Inc., based in Saint-Gabriel-de-Brandon, Canada, specializes in the manufacturing of dump trucks and replacement trailers. Founded in 1985, the company originally started as a small family-owned welding facility and has since grown to employ nearly 100 people. Brandon Manufacturing produces a diverse range of products, including hook lift bodies, trailer tubs, and custom-made bodies, as well as various truck parts such as mounting kits, hydraulic tanks, hoists, and accessories. The company serves sectors including municipalities and disaster relief, catering to a wide array of market needs.

Daoust

Private Equity Round in 2017
Daoust is expert in ecological cleaning. With over 30 years of experience, customers textiles are treated with care and solvent-free.

Au Coin du Pédaleur

Debt Financing in 2017
Au Coin du Pédaleur inc. manufactures and distributes orthopedic and industrial bicycles, tricycles, and running equipment. The company’s products include bike, such as route, hybrid, mountain, electric, and fatbike; and running equipment, such as compressport, and on running. It provides mechanics courses, including toolkits. It offers its products to physiotherapists, and occupational therapists, and individuals. The company was founded in 1970 and is based in Repentigny, Canada.

C. Laganière

Private Equity Round in 2017
Le Groupe C. Laganière Inc. offers soil and water decontamination solutions. The company was founded in 1962 and is headquartered in Montreal, Canada.

Coopérative Forestière de Petit Paris

Private Equity Round in 2017
Coopérative Forestière de Petit Paris, the Cooperative of Workers of Petit Paris offers integrated forestry services ranging from management to wood processing including the valuation of fiber and the production of by-products.

Meglab

Private Equity Round in 2017
Meglab is a web platform that collects information related to the location of workers and vehicles in an underground mine.

C2 Enterprise

Private Equity Round in 2016
C2 Enterprise is an IT service management software company.

Ficodis

Venture Round in 2016
Founded in 2010 and based in Montréal, Ficodis is a multi-specialized industrial supply distribution group providing services, technical expertise and products to manufacturing companies and SMEs.

Fresche Solutions

Venture Round in 2016
Fresche Solutions Inc. is a legacy management company specializing in the modernization of business-critical applications. Founded in 1976 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with additional offices worldwide, the company offers a range of software solutions, including the X-Analysis suite for managing the IBM i lifecycle, iModernize for transforming AS/400 RPG and COBOL applications into modern architectures, and the Newlook suite focused on IBM i applications. Fresche also provides consulting and technical support services, along with tools for business intelligence and application modernization. Their services encompass planning and analysis, ongoing application support, and project management, allowing clients to navigate the complexities of IT modernization while reducing operational costs. With a commitment to client satisfaction and a proven track record, Fresche serves a diverse international clientele, helping organizations future-proof their IT strategies. The company was previously known as Fresche Legacy Inc. and rebranded in April 2017.

Le Devoir

Private Equity Round in 2016
Independent newspaper founded in 1910, Le Devoir is an information reference. Account powered by the Duty of Web team.

Alasko

Private Equity Round in 2016
The Alasko global supply network reaches over 60 agri-food producers, in 20 countries. All facilities are federally inspected and satisfy all of the H.A.C.C.P. program requirements. We import, prepare and distribute over 80 million pounds of frozen foods. Our distribution network currently utilizes 7 warehouses across North America and offers optimal efficiency and control of the cold chain: frozen food requires constant follow-up. Our internal quality assurance program provides for constant monitoring of all products to ensure the highest safety and quality standards are respected throughout the cold chain. Our Montreal facility is certified by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (C.F.I.A) and has recently received a GFTC gold rating. We also have received organic certification by Ecocert Canada.

Spectra Premium

Venture Round in 2016
Spectra Premium Industries Inc. designs, manufactures, and distributes automotive parts to OEM and aftermarket sectors. Its products include A/C accumulators, A/C compressors, A/C evaporators, charge air coolers, classic car parts, cam and crank angle sensors, cam shaft synchronizers, complete radiators, condensers, cooling fan assemblies, electrical and mechanical fuel pumps, filler necks, fuel injection pumps, fuel pump assemblies, fuel pump strainers, fuel tanks assemblies, fuel tanks, heaters, heavy duty truck radiators, ignition distributors, ignition coils, mass air flow sensors, oil pans, oxygen sensors, and turbochargers. The company markets its products through a distribution network worldwide. Spectra Premium Industries Inc. was founded in 1989 and is based in Boucherville, Canada.

Chlorophylle

Debt Financing in 2016
Chlorophylle is a Canadian manufacturer and retailer of high end, specialized products for outdoor sports. Each product is designed to reach the highest standards of durability, performance and esthetics.

Agropur

Venture Round in 2015
Founded in 1938 in Québec, Agropur dairy cooperative is joining the FoodBytes! family in 2018, bringing 80 years of dairy sector leadership and expertise. Agropur which is amongst the top 20 dairy leader players in the world, never stops innovating and sees innovation as a guiding principle within the organization.

Nubik

Debt Financing in 2015
Nubik is a cloud data services marketing automation company located in Montreal.

Telecon

Private Equity Round in 2015
Telecon Group, based in Trois-Rivières, Québec, offers engineering, design, construction, and implementation services for both wireless and wireline telecommunications networks. The company operates primarily in major urban centers across Québec and Ontario, catering to a diverse clientele that includes prominent players in the telephony, cable, and Internet service sectors, as well as communication network operators. With a workforce of 1,140 employees, the majority based in Québec, Telecon specializes in various aspects of telecommunications, including the installation and maintenance of networks, as well as the engineering and advisory services related to underground utilities and cable systems.

Koncas

Seed Round in 2015
Operator of a recycling company based in Canada. The company offer recycling services for building materials, renovation and demolition.The company offer recycling services for building materials, renovation and demolition.

Quartz Co.

Private Equity Round in 2015
Quartz Co. designs and manufactures insulated winter coats. It offers winter coats for women and men; accessories, such as scarf, woolen hat, and bags; and stockists. It sells its products to customers in France, Germany, Japan, Russia, Hong Kong, Korea, Norway, the United States, Canada, and Switzerland. The company was formerly known as Quartz Nature Inc. and changed its name to Quartz Co. in 2015. Quartz Co. was founded in 1997 and is based in Montreal, Canada.

Atis Group

Private Equity Round in 2015
Atis Group is a manufacturer and distributor specializing in windows and doors, focusing on high-performance, energy-efficient products for the construction sector as well as residential and commercial renovations. The company offers a diverse range of solutions, including aluminum, PVC, and wooden windows, as well as entrances, curtains, window walls, and storefronts. By providing products tailored to meet various budgetary needs, Atis Group aims to enhance both the energy efficiency and value of homes and commercial properties.

Congebec

Private Equity Round in 2015
Congebec, Inc. provides refrigerated storage services in Canada and the United States. It offers temperature controlled public storage services, such as freezing and blast freezing, cross-docking, import and export services, sufferance and bonded storage, trichinella treatments, and order preparation and distribution. The company also provides warehouse management, and temperature and control systems. It serves clients in food chain operations, including producers, processors, slaughterhouses, wholesalers, retailers, brokers, carriers, restaurant chains, and government organizations. The company was founded in 1974 and is based in Québec, Canada with locations in Québec, Terrebonne, Boucherville, Sainte-Julie, Montréal, Manseau, Winnipeg, Calgary, Saskatoon and Toronto, Canada.

Embrionix Design

Private Equity Round in 2015
Embrionix is a manufacturer who will help you do your IP transition smoothly and will allow you to bring your infrastructure to a more scalable, format agnostic, power and footprint optimised one with the use of COTS equipment. Embrionix allows you to migrate to IP in steps and provides you with tools to do it efficiently. All your SDI equipment can be directly connected to a Top Of Rack (TOR) switch with the use of our gateway and once you are all IP those gateways can be reconfigured for more advanced IP functionalities like Network Address Translation (NATing) and much more to come. By using Embrionix gateways, you will reduce footprint, power consumption along with less cabling than with any other gateway vendors on the market. Our emSET facilitates the configuration and upgrades of the gateway in a large-scale environment.

RAD Technologies

Private Equity Round in 2015
Manufacturer of industrial equipment and attachments intended for snow removal.The company provides attachments for sub-compact tractors, grain handling equipment, self-propelled and pull-type sprayers and forestry equipment.

Agropur

Venture Round in 2014
Founded in 1938 in Québec, Agropur dairy cooperative is joining the FoodBytes! family in 2018, bringing 80 years of dairy sector leadership and expertise. Agropur which is amongst the top 20 dairy leader players in the world, never stops innovating and sees innovation as a guiding principle within the organization.

Energere

Private Equity Round in 2014
Energere is an energy real estate company located in Montreal.

bluenove

Private Equity Round in 2014
Bluenove SAS provides open innovation consulting services for large, small, and medium enterprises. Its services include discovery of innovative partners, the launch and animation of innovation communities, organization of competitions for internal and external ideas, and open data strategy. The company also offers collective intelligence and smart-sourcing services. It serves clients from the business world, public sector, and civil society. The company was founded in 2008 and is based in Boulogne-Billancourt, France.