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Dispersa develops eco-friendly biosurfactants, made from food waste rather than food-grade sources. These palm- and petroleum-free surfactants aim to improve the sustainability and affordability of the biosurfactant market.

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Queva is a technology company that specializes in the development of AI-powered smart collars for dogs. These collars monitor the pet's health in real-time, enabling early detection of diseases, and track activities such as walking, playing, and sleep quality. The data collected is analyzed by veterinarians, providing pet owners with expert advice to improve their dog's daily condition. Additionally, the collars offer GPS tracking to ensure pet safety.

Vega Bioimaging is a company focused on enhancing cancer diagnostics to ensure that patients receive tailored treatments, ultimately improving their survival rates and quality of life. It has developed a novel immunolabeling technology that employs nanobeads of various colors to target specific proteins, leading to more quantitative and precise biopsy analysis. This advanced approach facilitates better stratification of cancer patients and more accurate assessments of their eligibility for precision therapies. The Vega solution comprises three core components: a protein detection kit, a slide digitizing system that seamlessly integrates with existing microscopy platforms, and quantification software powered by artificial intelligence. Through these innovations, Vega Bioimaging aims to provide deeper insights into diseases and support the development of more effective cancer treatments.

Asepha is a technology company that develops artificial intelligence infrastructure for the pharmacy and life science sectors. Its primary product is a contextual search tool that helps healthcare professionals quickly and accurately access relevant information from trusted medical databases, including drug monographs, treatment guidelines, drug interactions, diagnostic support, titration schedules, and dosing. This tool enables automation and personalization in pharmacies, enhancing efficiency and patient care.

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EmergConnect provides a centralized digital platform for emergency care that supports patient self-assessment, registration, and individualized wait-time predictions. The platform guides patients through understandable questions, uses artificial intelligence with natural-language processing to collect information, and automates clinical documentation to improve throughput and outcomes. Its AI features include predicting clinical risk, flagging high-risk patients, and forecasting wait times, enabling faster triage and more efficient emergency department operations. The mobile platform supports on-site registration and triage and delivers personalized wait-time estimates, helping clinicians allocate resources more effectively. Overall, EmergConnect aims to enhance patient experience, increase ER efficiency, and reduce costs through data-driven decision-making.

Maket empowers homeowners with AI-driven generative design software for residential floor plans. Its platform enables users to create and visualize project designs quickly and affordably, streamlining the architectural process.

FTEX is a Montreal-based developer of next-generation smart, connected drive systems for light electric vehicles. The company provides the electronics, software and applications that control vehicle motors, all connected in real time over cellular networks to FTEX's cloud platform. Its EVionics mobile operating system enables features such as location tracking, diagnostics, security, remote locking, collision detection, service and theft insurance. FTEX aims to accelerate adoption of personal electric vehicles by delivering smart motor controllers that enhance performance, range and user experience through novel technology and standards.

SquareFeet.ai is an innovative real estate platform that leverages artificial intelligence to assist developers and landlords in optimizing property pricing and management. By offering tools to monitor the sales, rentals, and overall management of residential projects, it aims to enhance revenue generation in alignment with current market demand. The platform focuses on improving the financial performance of properties, allowing landlords to achieve higher rental income while maintaining stable tenancies. Through its solutions, SquareFeet.ai seeks to transform how real estate professionals approach the launch and management of condo and rental projects, ultimately increasing net profits for property owners.

EncephalX, a Canadian startup, specializes in the development, certification, and commercialization of innovative surgical devices. Its flagship product is a dynamic cranial implant, designed to enhance the treatment of patients with traumatic brain injuries, stroke, or subdural hematoma. This implant reduces the risk of complications by allowing the skull to expand as the brain heals, potentially minimizing the need for repeat surgeries. By improving patient outcomes and lowering healthcare costs, EncephalX aims to provide neurosurgeons with a superior solution for cranial reconstruction.

LSK Technologies Inc. is a Canadian company that specializes in the development of PLUM, an advanced analyzer for testing infectious diseases, including COVID-19. This device detects viral RNA, proteins, and immune responses, and is capable of analyzing commercial assays in various formats, such as microplates and gels. LSK Technologies aims to create a compact and efficient "lab in a box" for use in medical offices and workplaces, leveraging computer vision technology to enhance disease testing. The company is also conducting field trials for the Zika virus in Latin America. With a focus on providing precise, real-time diagnostic results at low costs, LSK Technologies serves medical professionals and scientists, and has received over $100,000 in pre-orders for its innovative testing solutions. Incorporated in 2020 and headquartered in Toronto, LSK Technologies is positioned to make significant contributions to the field of diagnostic testing.

Aeroflux is engaged in the design, development, and manufacture of magnetic brakes for business, commuter, and commercial aircraft. Their patent-pending brake technology enables completely contactless, wear-free braking of even large passenger jets.

Gallea is an online art gallery based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, recognized as the fastest growing in the country. The company focuses on showcasing local talent on a global scale, with the ambition of becoming the largest art distribution network worldwide. Gallea's platform enables artists to create portfolios, host virtual exhibitions, and present their artistic approaches to potential buyers and exhibition venues. By facilitating these connections, Gallea empowers artists to enhance their sales and visibility in the art market.

Rokulo is a developer of AI-enabled camera systems aimed at optimizing processing operations within the mining and construction sectors. The company's technology employs non-invasive cameras positioned above conveyor belts to continuously scan and analyze rock fragments. This system delivers real-time operational intelligence by providing data on particle size distribution and identifying potentially harmful foreign objects like metal, rubber, or plastic. By utilizing Rokulo's continuous machine vision system, mining operations can significantly enhance productivity, profit margins, and energy efficiency, making it a critical partner in the industry's effort to improve operational performance.

Axya is a startup that offers an online platform designed to connect small and medium-sized shop owners with suppliers in the manufacturing sector. The company provides a user-friendly marketplace that standardizes and centralizes the subcontracting process, addressing the complexities faced by buyers and suppliers. Through its innovative platform, Axya enables users to make informed decisions by providing valuable insights, streamlining the outsourcing process in the manufacturing industry.

Spectra Plasmonics develops portable technology for rapid drug component identification. Their core product, Amplifi ID, enables chemical analysis without complex lab steps, offering a high-performance solution for detecting drugs and toxic additives like fentanyl.

Nomic is a bioengineering company developing the nELISA platform for measuring proteins at scale and high throughput. They offer protein profiling solutions empowering scientists to decide experiment scope and scale.

Founded in 2016, Merinio designs and develops cloud-based workforce automation software. Its platform streamlines labor forecasting, shift fulfillment, scheduling validation, compliance management, and communication to enhance operational efficiency, minimize costs, and improve employee satisfaction.

CHK PLZ operates as a technology company specializing in digital payment solutions for the restaurant industry. It offers a point-of-sale integrated mobile application that facilitates QR-based touchless payments, online ordering, table reservations, and commission-free delivery services. By utilizing this platform, restaurants can enhance their operational efficiency through increased table turnover, while customers enjoy convenient, contactless payment options.

Civalgo is a Montreal‑based technology company that offers an AI‑powered operations management platform for the heavy civil construction sector. The platform streamlines the entire project lifecycle—from estimating and planning through field execution and project control—by providing real‑time visibility into personnel, material, and budget data. It enables construction leaders to compare planned schedules and costs with actual performance, identify inefficiencies, and make data‑driven decisions that improve productivity and reduce risk. By fostering transparency and collaboration across teams, departments, and offices, Civalgo helps specialty contractors such as concrete, paving, and bridge builders manage large jobs more efficiently and maintain control over their operations.

Reaction Dynamics is a pioneering rocket company developing breakthrough launch technology based on hybrid propulsion. Its innovative approach significantly reduces environmental impact compared to current technologies, aiming for regular and low-cost access to space.

Founded in 2016, Merinio designs and develops cloud-based workforce automation software. Its platform streamlines labor forecasting, shift fulfillment, scheduling validation, compliance management, and communication to enhance operational efficiency, minimize costs, and improve employee satisfaction.

Pelcro Inc. is a Montreal-based company that specializes in a content subscription platform aimed at publishers, blogs, and various websites seeking to monetize their digital content through subscriptions. Founded in 2016, Pelcro offers a range of solutions, including a dynamic paywall that adjusts pricing and discounts based on user behavior and location, enabling effective conversion strategies. The platform also provides data analytics tools that allow businesses to monitor key performance indicators in real time, alongside customer service software for managing subscribers. Additionally, Pelcro utilizes machine learning algorithms to enhance user engagement and drive revenue for content creators. The company supports a variety of subscription models, including digital memberships and subscription boxes, and offers robust APIs and SDKs for seamless integration across web and mobile platforms.

Korbit Technologies, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, specializes in developing Korbi, an artificial intelligence tutor designed to enhance the learning experience for students globally. The AI-driven platform offers interactive exercises and conversations that adapt to individual learning profiles, delivering personalized pedagogical support such as definitions, explanations, examples, and visual aids. Korbi's features include hands-on exercises, quizzes, visual diagrams, and performance tracking, all aimed at improving learning outcomes and motivation. The company serves a diverse audience, including students, teachers, publishers, and corporations, and has successfully trained nearly 20,000 learners in data science and AI. Korbit Technologies is committed to democratizing education by providing high-quality, personalized learning experiences at an accessible cost, and it has gained recognition as one of the top AI startups globally, receiving positive media coverage from prominent publications.