Killick Capital

Killick Capital Inc. is a private equity firm founded in 2004 and headquartered in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador. The firm specializes in acquisitions, restructurings, and investments in undervalued companies, with a particular focus on the aerospace sector and private businesses located in Atlantic Canada. Killick Capital aims to partner with its portfolio companies, often taking board membership to enhance collaboration and drive growth. The firm provides capital for expansion and acquisition financing, positioning itself as a key player in supporting the development of businesses within its targeted regions.

Joe McKenna

Partner and Vice President, Investments

Tom Williams

Vice President, Investments and Partner

47 past transactions

Mysa

Series B in 2024
Mysa is a developer of advanced smart thermostats designed to optimize home heating and reduce energy expenses. Its high-voltage thermostat features smart learning capabilities that can lead to approximately 15% savings on energy bills. The device allows users to remotely control their home's heating through a smartphone from anywhere in the world. Mysa's thermostats are Wi-Fi enabled and can track and display current room temperatures, detect when appliances are mistakenly left on in vacant homes, and generate detailed energy reports that provide insights into daily usage and potential utility costs. Additionally, Mysa's products integrate seamlessly with popular smart home platforms such as Amazon Alexa, Google Home, and Apple HomeKit, enhancing convenience for homeowners seeking efficient energy consumption.

Sparrow BioAcoustics

Seed Round in 2024
Sparrow BioAcoustics ,developers of a smartphone stethoscope designed to gather and collaborate on medical-grade cardiac and pulmonary data.

QuickFacts

Seed Round in 2024
QuickFacts is a software platform designed to enhance the operations and efficiencies of insurance brokerages. By providing a single search-engine interface, the platform organizes personal lines information in accordance with brokerage agreements with insurance carriers. This functionality allows teams to easily access and compare insurance carriers, thereby reducing search time and facilitating smooth operational workflows across different departments. Additionally, QuickFacts aims to minimize errors and omissions in insurance claims, ultimately improving productivity and streamlining training for staff within the brokerages.

CoLab Software

Series B in 2024
CoLab Software Inc. is a Canadian company based in St. John's that specializes in developing Gradient, a cloud-based platform designed for issue tracking and management aimed at mechanical design teams. Founded in 2017, the platform facilitates the viewing of 3D files, gathering feedback from stakeholders, and tracking project issues within a shared cloud environment. By providing real-time collaboration tools, CoLab's solution helps manufacturing teams enhance productivity, reduce communication-related project delays, and ultimately shorten development cycles while minimizing manufacturing defects.

QuickFacts

Seed Round in 2023
QuickFacts is a software platform designed to enhance the operations and efficiencies of insurance brokerages. By providing a single search-engine interface, the platform organizes personal lines information in accordance with brokerage agreements with insurance carriers. This functionality allows teams to easily access and compare insurance carriers, thereby reducing search time and facilitating smooth operational workflows across different departments. Additionally, QuickFacts aims to minimize errors and omissions in insurance claims, ultimately improving productivity and streamlining training for staff within the brokerages.

QuickFacts

Seed Round in 2023
QuickFacts is a software platform designed to enhance the operations and efficiencies of insurance brokerages. By providing a single search-engine interface, the platform organizes personal lines information in accordance with brokerage agreements with insurance carriers. This functionality allows teams to easily access and compare insurance carriers, thereby reducing search time and facilitating smooth operational workflows across different departments. Additionally, QuickFacts aims to minimize errors and omissions in insurance claims, ultimately improving productivity and streamlining training for staff within the brokerages.

Frenter

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Frenter is a comprehensive platform designed for the rental industry, offering a robust technical infrastructure that enables businesses to make informed decisions and minimize risks. The company provides a suite of tools for fleet management, incorporating telematics, usage data, and equipment health insights. Frenter's software facilitates real-time monitoring of equipment, utilizing cellular and satellite GPS to track assets even in remote locations. With features such as asset management, GPS tracking, fleet analytics, maintenance scheduling, and logistics tracking, Frenter equips rental businesses with the necessary insights to optimize operations and reduce downtime.

Gibli

Venture Round in 2022
Gibli Tech, founded in 2019 and based in Halifax, Canada, specializes in developing aerodynamic sensors designed to enhance athletic performance. The company offers a real-time sensor that enables cyclists and triathletes to assess and validate their equipment and positioning changes, optimizing their aerodynamics. This technology provides athletes with immediate feedback during training or racing, allowing them to adjust their riding positions for significant gains in efficiency without the need for additional equipment or extended training time. Gibli Tech aims to be a crucial resource for athletes seeking to unlock their full performance potential.

Rayleigh Solar Tech

Private Equity Round in 2022
Rayleigh Solar Tech specializes in the development of perovskite solar cells aimed at promoting the widespread adoption of sustainable solar energy. The company focuses on creating multi-junction solar cells that utilize large-scale production methods and materials. This approach allows Rayleigh Solar Tech to provide clients with low-cost, versatile, and efficient solar cell technologies, contributing to the advancement of renewable energy solutions.

Landwash Brewery

Venture Round in 2022
Landwash Brewery is a craft brewery that specializes in producing a variety of beers, including blonde ale, New England IPA, and sour ale infused with Newfoundland sea salt. The brewery features a taproom and a retail store, providing a space for friends and family to enjoy drinks and food in a relaxed environment. By offering a diverse selection of craft beers, Landwash Brewery aims to create an inviting atmosphere for customers looking to unwind and socialize.

Frenter

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Frenter is a comprehensive platform designed for the rental industry, offering a robust technical infrastructure that enables businesses to make informed decisions and minimize risks. The company provides a suite of tools for fleet management, incorporating telematics, usage data, and equipment health insights. Frenter's software facilitates real-time monitoring of equipment, utilizing cellular and satellite GPS to track assets even in remote locations. With features such as asset management, GPS tracking, fleet analytics, maintenance scheduling, and logistics tracking, Frenter equips rental businesses with the necessary insights to optimize operations and reduce downtime.

Mysa

Series B in 2021
Mysa is a developer of advanced smart thermostats designed to optimize home heating and reduce energy expenses. Its high-voltage thermostat features smart learning capabilities that can lead to approximately 15% savings on energy bills. The device allows users to remotely control their home's heating through a smartphone from anywhere in the world. Mysa's thermostats are Wi-Fi enabled and can track and display current room temperatures, detect when appliances are mistakenly left on in vacant homes, and generate detailed energy reports that provide insights into daily usage and potential utility costs. Additionally, Mysa's products integrate seamlessly with popular smart home platforms such as Amazon Alexa, Google Home, and Apple HomeKit, enhancing convenience for homeowners seeking efficient energy consumption.

Swiftsure Innovations

Seed Round in 2021
Swiftsure Innovations provides registered nurses with the tools required to improve patient outcomes. It develops a medical device that enhances oral care for patients on life support with the aim of decreasing the incidence of ventilator-acquired pneumonia, length of mechanical ventilation, and length of hospital stay. Creative Destruction Labs supports the company.

Sparrow Biologic

Seed Round in 2021
Sparrow is leading a new generation of computational health companies. We use our proprietary technology to process biological sounds and build powerful diagnostic models of disease. Our goal is to help healthcare providers offer early detection and monitoring of progressive conditions like cardiovascular disease to broader populations, especially those without equal access to medical care. Our approach targets the costs, speed and barriers to access currently causing millions of people to go under-serviced or undiagnosed. This will lead to fewer hospital readmissions, fewer unnecessary tests and better, more proactive care paths for people.

Coloursmith Labs

Seed Round in 2021
Coloursmith Labs Inc. is an optical filtering technology company based in Halifax, Canada, founded in 2018. The company specializes in developing advanced optical filters for contact lenses that enhance color saturation and assist individuals with color vision deficiencies. By integrating materials science with vision science, Coloursmith Labs aims to create innovative, tint-free products that provide protection against harmful light while improving visual experiences. The company serves the healthcare sector, focusing on enhancing the capabilities of human vision to improve the quality of life for its users.

BreatheSuite

Seed Round in 2021
BreatheSuite Inc., based in Saint John's, Canada, specializes in developing an innovative inhaler attachment and accompanying software designed for patients with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This device connects to smartphones via Bluetooth, enabling users to receive real-time feedback on their inhaler technique and medication dosage. By eliminating the need for separate training devices, BreatheSuite helps patients use their inhalers correctly, ensuring they adhere to their treatment plans effectively. The data collected can be shared with healthcare professionals, enhancing patient care and promoting better management of respiratory conditions.

Mysa

Venture Round in 2020
Mysa is a developer of advanced smart thermostats designed to optimize home heating and reduce energy expenses. Its high-voltage thermostat features smart learning capabilities that can lead to approximately 15% savings on energy bills. The device allows users to remotely control their home's heating through a smartphone from anywhere in the world. Mysa's thermostats are Wi-Fi enabled and can track and display current room temperatures, detect when appliances are mistakenly left on in vacant homes, and generate detailed energy reports that provide insights into daily usage and potential utility costs. Additionally, Mysa's products integrate seamlessly with popular smart home platforms such as Amazon Alexa, Google Home, and Apple HomeKit, enhancing convenience for homeowners seeking efficient energy consumption.

SucSeed

Venture Round in 2020
SucSeed is a socially-driven hydroponics company. They sell their grow tanks and accessories to households across Canada. Their at-home hydroponic systems are built by Choices For Youth, an organization that supports and employs youth facing barriers to work and housing.

Spellbook

Equity Crowdfunding in 2019
Spellbook is a legal software startup that specializes in developing a generative artificial intelligence tool for contract drafting aimed at legal professionals. Its technology harnesses advanced language models to enhance contracting performance, utilizing extensive legal datasets. The platform automates document creation and streamlines routine legal tasks, allowing law firms to draft and review contracts more efficiently. Additionally, Spellbook supports online collaboration, enabling law firms to maintain clients' minute books in a shared workspace, thereby improving client intake processes and overall service delivery.

Rallynow

Venture Round in 2019
Rally is a web app where users can manage their contracts and company’s legal documents in a frictionless manner and entirely on the cloud. Rally gives its users an extensive library of contract and corporate templates and provides an innovative customization process that makes generating documents easier than ever. On Rally you create, customize, and collaborate with your team on documents, as well as negotiate your deals with counterparties before e-signing them and storing them in an active repository that tracks important actions and obligations from both parties.

CoLab Software

Seed Round in 2019
CoLab Software Inc. is a Canadian company based in St. John's that specializes in developing Gradient, a cloud-based platform designed for issue tracking and management aimed at mechanical design teams. Founded in 2017, the platform facilitates the viewing of 3D files, gathering feedback from stakeholders, and tracking project issues within a shared cloud environment. By providing real-time collaboration tools, CoLab's solution helps manufacturing teams enhance productivity, reduce communication-related project delays, and ultimately shorten development cycles while minimizing manufacturing defects.

Coloursmith Labs

Seed Round in 2019
Coloursmith Labs Inc. is an optical filtering technology company based in Halifax, Canada, founded in 2018. The company specializes in developing advanced optical filters for contact lenses that enhance color saturation and assist individuals with color vision deficiencies. By integrating materials science with vision science, Coloursmith Labs aims to create innovative, tint-free products that provide protection against harmful light while improving visual experiences. The company serves the healthcare sector, focusing on enhancing the capabilities of human vision to improve the quality of life for its users.

Harbr

Venture Round in 2019
Harbr Inc. is a Canadian company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence (AI) software tailored for the construction management sector. Founded in 2016 and based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Harbr's software solutions aim to organize and manage project data effectively, ensuring that construction projects stay on schedule. The company offers a range of products, including a construction super schedule that features daily logs for user protection, tools for team connectivity on job sites, and enterprise solutions that link multiple job sites and teams together. Additionally, Harbr provides an embedded credit onboarding platform designed for lenders and credit bureaus, which simplifies the collection and transformation of unstructured business credit and payment data. This comprehensive approach streamlines the qualification process through document evaluation, data extraction, and decision insights, enhancing cost-effectiveness and scalability for businesses.

Mysa

Seed Round in 2018
Mysa is a developer of advanced smart thermostats designed to optimize home heating and reduce energy expenses. Its high-voltage thermostat features smart learning capabilities that can lead to approximately 15% savings on energy bills. The device allows users to remotely control their home's heating through a smartphone from anywhere in the world. Mysa's thermostats are Wi-Fi enabled and can track and display current room temperatures, detect when appliances are mistakenly left on in vacant homes, and generate detailed energy reports that provide insights into daily usage and potential utility costs. Additionally, Mysa's products integrate seamlessly with popular smart home platforms such as Amazon Alexa, Google Home, and Apple HomeKit, enhancing convenience for homeowners seeking efficient energy consumption.

CoLab Software

Pre Seed Round in 2018
CoLab Software Inc. is a Canadian company based in St. John's that specializes in developing Gradient, a cloud-based platform designed for issue tracking and management aimed at mechanical design teams. Founded in 2017, the platform facilitates the viewing of 3D files, gathering feedback from stakeholders, and tracking project issues within a shared cloud environment. By providing real-time collaboration tools, CoLab's solution helps manufacturing teams enhance productivity, reduce communication-related project delays, and ultimately shorten development cycles while minimizing manufacturing defects.

Radient360

Seed Round in 2017
Radient360 Solutions Inc. is a technology company based in Saint John's, Canada, focused on the energy sector. Founded in 2012, it specializes in providing a range of operational solutions that include in-field inspection, maintenance and auditing services, process safety, knowledge management, and logistics. The company has developed a workflow management platform that enhances real-time execution in the field and offers real-time metrics for office operations. By delivering data accuracy and asset visibility, Radient360 enables clients to achieve effective reactive and predictive management of their critical infrastructure.

HeyOrca

Venture Round in 2017
HeyOrca Inc. is a company that develops cloud-based social media planning and approval software aimed at enhancing the workflow of marketing agencies and their clients. The software includes features such as a Social Media Calendar for managing content creation, editing, approval, and scheduling, and supports direct publishing to major platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. It allows for real-time collaboration and communication among team members and external parties. Users can capture media using smartphones, preview live posts, and schedule GIFs and videos with full functionality. The software also includes a Social Media Audit Trail to track content changes and approvals, providing transparency throughout the lifecycle of a social media post. Based in Saint John's, Canada, HeyOrca serves over 300 companies globally, streamlining the production workflow from ideation to distribution.

Mysa

Seed Round in 2017
Mysa is a developer of advanced smart thermostats designed to optimize home heating and reduce energy expenses. Its high-voltage thermostat features smart learning capabilities that can lead to approximately 15% savings on energy bills. The device allows users to remotely control their home's heating through a smartphone from anywhere in the world. Mysa's thermostats are Wi-Fi enabled and can track and display current room temperatures, detect when appliances are mistakenly left on in vacant homes, and generate detailed energy reports that provide insights into daily usage and potential utility costs. Additionally, Mysa's products integrate seamlessly with popular smart home platforms such as Amazon Alexa, Google Home, and Apple HomeKit, enhancing convenience for homeowners seeking efficient energy consumption.

Seaformatics Systems

Venture Round in 2017
Seaformatics Systems designs and manufactures power harvesting and wireless communication products for the ocean monitoring industry.

HeyOrca

Seed Round in 2016
HeyOrca Inc. is a company that develops cloud-based social media planning and approval software aimed at enhancing the workflow of marketing agencies and their clients. The software includes features such as a Social Media Calendar for managing content creation, editing, approval, and scheduling, and supports direct publishing to major platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. It allows for real-time collaboration and communication among team members and external parties. Users can capture media using smartphones, preview live posts, and schedule GIFs and videos with full functionality. The software also includes a Social Media Audit Trail to track content changes and approvals, providing transparency throughout the lifecycle of a social media post. Based in Saint John's, Canada, HeyOrca serves over 300 companies globally, streamlining the production workflow from ideation to distribution.

Sequence Bio

Seed Round in 2016
Sequence Bio is a biotechnology company focused on enhancing drug discovery and development by leveraging the genetic diversity found in isolated populations, particularly in Newfoundland. The company aims to improve the treatment of complex and inherited diseases through its genome therapy platform, which involves collecting DNA and health information from these unique populations. By understanding the genetic factors that contribute to disease, Sequence Bio seeks to identify better drug targets and create more effective medicines, ultimately addressing the high failure rate of drug candidates and expediting the delivery of much-needed therapies to patients.

Clockwork Fox

Private Equity Round in 2016
Clockwork Fox Studios is a digital gaming and educational technology studio based in St. John's, Canada, established in 2009. The company specializes in creating and developing interactive games and learning resources aimed at enhancing educational outcomes, particularly in early math education. Clockwork Fox focuses on game-based learning systems that leverage innovative technologies, including meditative puzzle games and augmented reality experiences. Through its commitment to improving classroom experiences, the studio seeks to transform traditional learning methods and engage students in a more interactive and effective manner.

Sequence Bio

Pre Seed Round in 2015
Sequence Bio is a biotechnology company focused on enhancing drug discovery and development by leveraging the genetic diversity found in isolated populations, particularly in Newfoundland. The company aims to improve the treatment of complex and inherited diseases through its genome therapy platform, which involves collecting DNA and health information from these unique populations. By understanding the genetic factors that contribute to disease, Sequence Bio seeks to identify better drug targets and create more effective medicines, ultimately addressing the high failure rate of drug candidates and expediting the delivery of much-needed therapies to patients.

Celtx

Venture Round in 2015
Celtx is a comprehensive media pre-production platform designed to streamline the workflow for film, video, theatre, animation, radio, and new media projects. By transitioning from traditional paper-based methods to a digital format, Celtx offers tools that facilitate the creation of scripts, storyboards, shot lists, scene breakdowns, and crew reports. This automated planning and collaboration software enhances the efficiency and simplicity of the pre-production process, allowing users to manage and organize their productions more effectively.

PathFactory

Venture Round in 2015
PathFactory Inc. operates a content marketing automation platform designed to enhance the efficiency of the B2B buying process. Founded in 2012 and based in Toronto, Canada, the company enables marketers to deliver relevant content experiences that guide buyers through their unique journeys. By facilitating the binge consumption of content, PathFactory reduces friction and accelerates the buying process. The platform leverages data insights to optimize content delivery across various channels, allowing marketers to provide hyper-relevant, real-time content recommendations. This approach not only helps in generating qualified leads but also shortens sales cycles and increases marketing's contribution to revenue. PathFactory was previously known as LookBookHQ Inc. before rebranding in May 2018.

Max

Venture Round in 2013
Max offers active and healthy programs such as athletics and arts for families.

CT Aerospace

Venture Round in 2011
CT Aerospace is a supplier of aerospace engines, engine parts, and related services. The company specializes in the sale, lease, and exchange of various aerospace components, particularly focusing on Pratt & Whitney Canada engines, including the JT15D, PT6, and PW100 models. Over the years, CT Aerospace has built a reputation for providing reliable and high-quality products to its customers in the aerospace industry.

Prime Turbines

Venture Round in 2011
Prime Turbines Inc. specializes in aircraft engine repair, maintenance, and overhaul services, primarily serving the aerospace and defense sectors. Founded in 1984 and headquartered in Hyannis, Massachusetts, the company operates facilities in Dallas, Texas; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Wynne, Arkansas; and Frankfurt, Germany. Its service offerings include engine overhaul, repair, hot section inspection, fuel nozzle servicing, bleed valve exchange, and engine testing. Additionally, Prime Turbines provides a variety of engine parts such as fuel nozzle sets, bleed valves, and starter gear assemblies, along with installation and inspection kits. The company also caters to corporate and agricultural turboprop engines, helping clients manage maintenance costs while enhancing engine performance. As of early 2020, Prime Turbines operates as a subsidiary of PTB Group Limited.

Kansas Aviation of Independence

Venture Round in 2011
Kansas Aviation of Independence LLC specializes in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) of aircraft, focusing on oil, air, and fuel-related engine accessories. The company provides comprehensive repair and maintenance services for corporate and regional jet aircraft engines, ensuring high standards of safety and efficiency. In addition to its repair services, Kansas Aviation also supplies parts essential for the operation and upkeep of these aircraft engines and their accessories.

Killick Aerospace

Debt Financing in 2011
Killick Aerospace Limited is a prominent company engaged in the buying, selling, exchanging, and leasing of commercial aircraft, jet engines, airframes, and related components. Established in 2009 and headquartered in Cloghran, Ireland, the company serves airlines and Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) providers globally. Killick Aerospace specializes in supplying commercial engine, airframe, and rotable parts, facilitating the maintenance, repair, and upgrade of aircraft, particularly those operating turboprop engines. Additionally, it offers inventory management services to MRO shops, ensuring the efficient operation and upkeep of commercial jet engines.

Carta Worldwide

Venture Round in 2011
Carta Worldwide Inc. is a transaction processing platform based in Canada that specializes in payment technologies and services. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Oakville, with additional offices in London, Charlottetown, and Racine, the company provides a cloud-based payment infrastructure that includes host card emulation, tokenization, and various consumer engagement solutions such as digital offers and loyalty programs. Carta's platform supports diverse applications including payroll, expense management, and mobile payment solutions, enabling financial institutions, merchants, and program managers to enhance user experiences and transaction security. As a certified Third Party Processor, Carta ensures compliance with industry standards, offering end-to-end transaction solutions that emphasize reliability and efficiency in the evolving fintech landscape.

Verafin

Venture Round in 2009
Verafin Inc. is a provider of cloud-based software solutions focused on fraud detection and anti-money laundering for financial institutions in North America. The company's flagship platform offers a comprehensive range of tools that enable banks and credit unions to identify potential money laundering or terrorist financing activities through advanced analytics and monitoring of customer transactions. With its capabilities in big data intelligence, visual storytelling, and collaborative investigations, Verafin helps institutions reduce false positive alerts and streamline compliance with regulations. The software also includes features for managing high-risk customers, vendor relationships, and reporting suspicious activities. Verafin is utilized by over 2,600 financial institutions and has established partnerships with various banking associations across the United States. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Saint John's, Canada, Verafin continues to support financial institutions in their efforts to combat financial crime.

Verafin

Private Equity Round in 2007
Verafin Inc. is a provider of cloud-based software solutions focused on fraud detection and anti-money laundering for financial institutions in North America. The company's flagship platform offers a comprehensive range of tools that enable banks and credit unions to identify potential money laundering or terrorist financing activities through advanced analytics and monitoring of customer transactions. With its capabilities in big data intelligence, visual storytelling, and collaborative investigations, Verafin helps institutions reduce false positive alerts and streamline compliance with regulations. The software also includes features for managing high-risk customers, vendor relationships, and reporting suspicious activities. Verafin is utilized by over 2,600 financial institutions and has established partnerships with various banking associations across the United States. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Saint John's, Canada, Verafin continues to support financial institutions in their efforts to combat financial crime.

Turbine Engine Specialists

Venture Round in 2004
Turbine Engine Specialists, Inc. is a provider of aviation maintenance services focused on business aircraft engines. Founded in 2001 and based in Fort Worth, Texas, the company offers a range of on-call, on-site services including engine maintenance, repair, field service, troubleshooting, and pre-buy inspections. Additionally, they provide services such as engine management, rental and exchange units, and borescope inspections. Turbine Engine Specialists operates crews that can travel globally to meet both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance needs for aircraft. Their offerings also encompass parts services and technical support, ensuring comprehensive solutions for the private aviation market.

Air Parts & Supply Company

Venture Round in 2004
Air Parts & Supply Company, Inc. is a supplier specializing in the distribution of aircraft parts, focusing on ignition and fuel control components. The company caters to the aerospace industry, providing essential parts such as starter generators and associated components for both aircraft turbine engines and industrial gas turbine engines used in power generation. By delivering high-quality products, Air Parts & Supply Company plays a critical role in supporting the operational efficiency and safety of aviation and energy sectors.
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