Nuro Corp, founded in 2017 and based in Waterloo, Canada, specializes in developing neurologically-powered communication software designed to assist doctors and patients. The company offers a range of products under its Neural Operating System (NUOS), which enables instant communication and computing through brain signals, eliminating the need for invasive procedures. Key offerings include NUOS ALS for ALS patients, NUOS TRAUMA for individuals with tetraplegia, and NUOS STROKE for stroke victims. Additionally, NUOS AI provides immediate access to insights derived from neurological and behavioral data, facilitating enhanced communication for incapacitated patients in various healthcare settings, including post-surgery, intensive care units, nursing homes, and rehabilitation facilities.
Syngli Inc. (formerly known as NeuRecall Inc.) is an educational technology start-up, with offices in Kitchener-Waterloo (Canada) and Berkeley (US). We are developing an online platform for increasing teaching and learning efficiency, with applications ranging from language learning to standardized test preparation within medicine and other professions. Our system includes software inspired by cognitive neuroscience and machine learning, and a uniquely-structured knowledge base grown online by users. The platform tracks each learner’s level of understanding, and uses such data to extract relevant information from the knowledge base and then generate novel questions.
Epineuron Technologies, Inc. is a medical device company based in Hamilton, Canada, that specializes in developing innovative treatment strategies for peripheral nerve injuries. Incorporated in 2016, the company focuses on bioelectronic medicine and aims to establish a new standard of care for nerve repair and regeneration. Epineuron is working on a range of surgical solutions designed to repair and treat peripheral nerve injuries, with the goal of becoming a leader in bioelectronic nerve care through its neuroregenerative therapy.
Syngli Inc. (formerly known as NeuRecall Inc.) is an educational technology start-up, with offices in Kitchener-Waterloo (Canada) and Berkeley (US). We are developing an online platform for increasing teaching and learning efficiency, with applications ranging from language learning to standardized test preparation within medicine and other professions. Our system includes software inspired by cognitive neuroscience and machine learning, and a uniquely-structured knowledge base grown online by users. The platform tracks each learner’s level of understanding, and uses such data to extract relevant information from the knowledge base and then generate novel questions.
Pond Technologies Holdings Inc. is a Canadian technology company that specializes in producing microalgal biomass by utilizing carbon dioxide emissions from industrial sources. The company has developed a scalable carbon capture and utilization technology that allows for the rapid growth of algae in confined vessels. This innovative approach not only helps in reducing carbon emissions but also generates high-quality algae biomass. The resulting algae are transformed into various products, including nutraceuticals, superfoods, and animal feeds, as well as materials for biofoams and other algae-derived products. Additionally, Pond Technologies is involved in the terrestrial plant and cannabis industries, further diversifying its market applications. The company's operations are designed to be modular and scalable, with minimal land and water requirements, effectively closing the carbon loop and contributing to sustainable practices in industrial settings.
Aurrigo Group specializes in transport technology solutions, focusing on autonomous and semi-autonomous systems for various industries including aviation, ground handling, and cargo. The company designs, engineers, and manufactures original equipment manufacturer (OEM) products as well as autonomous vehicles tailored for urban environments, shopping malls, airports, and university campuses. Aurrigo's self-driving pods enhance first and last mile transportation, seamlessly integrating with traditional transport options like taxis and buses. The company also develops Aurrigo Connect, a comprehensive autonomous fleet management system that includes a customer booking app and backend control systems, ensuring efficient and safe deployments in urban settings. Aurrigo operates as a division of RDM Group.
Flosonics is a medical device company that focuses on developing non-invasive sensors to improve the management of critically ill patients.
Flosonics's flagship smart-bandage product, the FloPatch, addresses unmet clinical needs of critically ill patients and the physicians, nurses, and paramedics who care for them in the ambulance, emergency department, operating room, and intensive care unit.
Xanadu Quantum Technologies Inc. is a Canadian company based in Toronto that specializes in developing photonic quantum computers. Founded in 2016, Xanadu integrates quantum silicon photonic chips into existing hardware to create a comprehensive quantum computing system. The company aims to provide quantum computing resources on demand, enabling significant computational advancements over traditional methods to address complex real-world challenges. Xanadu offers several platforms, including PennyLane, a Python library for quantum machine learning and hybrid quantum-classical computations, and Strawberry Fields, an open-source programming language for quantum applications. By combining academic research with industry expertise, Xanadu is positioned to drive innovation in the field of quantum technology.
NONA Vegan produces a line of rich and creamy vegan sauces. The sauces are gluten-free and dairy-free with soy-free options and are ideal for those looking for a healthier alternative to familiar comfort foods.
QuantWave provides faster, cheaper, and simpler pathogen detection for drinking water and food suppliers. QuantWave Technologies is dedicated to providing optimal technologies and solutions for pathogen detection in food and drinking water. QuantWave is dedicated to providing a real-time, more cost-effective, easy-to-use and more environmental-friendly solution that will reduce contamination risk, enhance quality operation, and generate cost savings for food and drinking water manufacturing industries, and ultimately better protect public health.
Steadiwear is a company focused on developing innovative solutions for individuals suffering from hand tremors, particularly those with Parkinson's disease. Its flagship product, the Steadi-One, is the world's first battery-free glove designed to intelligently reduce tremors. This lightweight and compact glove employs a smart fluid mechanism that provides resistance against hand tremors, allowing users to regain independence and enhance their quality of life. The Steadi-One is classified as a Class I medical device and has received FDA registration. It became available for pre-order in August 2019, with the first batch of units delivered in December 2019, followed by a full-scale launch planned for March 2020.
Venture For Canada's mission is to provide opportunities for the best and brightest to create dynamic companies for themselves and others, to restore entrepreneurship as a career path for elite young grads and to assist great companies through providing sharp young minds to help them grow.
Pond Technologies Holdings Inc. is a Canadian technology company that specializes in producing microalgal biomass by utilizing carbon dioxide emissions from industrial sources. The company has developed a scalable carbon capture and utilization technology that allows for the rapid growth of algae in confined vessels. This innovative approach not only helps in reducing carbon emissions but also generates high-quality algae biomass. The resulting algae are transformed into various products, including nutraceuticals, superfoods, and animal feeds, as well as materials for biofoams and other algae-derived products. Additionally, Pond Technologies is involved in the terrestrial plant and cannabis industries, further diversifying its market applications. The company's operations are designed to be modular and scalable, with minimal land and water requirements, effectively closing the carbon loop and contributing to sustainable practices in industrial settings.
Pathcore specializes in creating advanced digital pathology solutions aimed at enhancing productivity in research environments. The company offers a web-based image management platform that allows research teams to efficiently manage whole slide pathology and radiology images. This platform facilitates the creation, analysis, and sharing of cases, enabling users to work collaboratively from any location at any time. By streamlining digital workflows, Pathcore supports enterprises in optimizing their pathology processes.
2Keys was founded in 1998 on the security principles of Confidentiality, Availability, Integrity and Privacy. Based in Ottawa and Toronto, Canada, 2Keys is a private employee owned company. We are a national leader in enabling secure digital experiences for Canadian governments, financial institutions and commercial clients. 2Keys designs, deploys and operates Digital Identity Platforms and Cyber Security Platforms through Managed Service and Professional Service engagements. 2Keys engagements focus on Confidentiality, Availability, Integrity and Privacy as the best way to enhance and secure digital business value for our clients.
SSIMWAVE Inc. is a video software company specializing in solutions for video quality monitoring, diagnosis, and perceptual video compression. Founded in 2013 and based in Waterloo, Canada, the company offers several products including Video QoE Monitor, which measures video quality for on-demand services, and Video QoE Monitor Live, designed for real-time monitoring of live broadcasts. Additionally, the Perceptual Stream Optimizer enhances video encoding to ensure consistent quality of experience (QoE), while Smart Video Streaming employs a QoE-driven approach to optimize adaptive video streaming. These tools are tailored for the media, communication, and entertainment industries, helping clients reduce bandwidth costs and manage quality across various platforms and networks. SSIMWAVE serves prominent broadcast and streaming operators in Canada and the United States.
OTTO Motors, a subsidiary of Clearpath Robotics Inc., specializes in designing and developing autonomous mobile robots for material handling in manufacturing facilities and warehouses. Founded in 2015 and based in Kitchener, Canada, the company offers two primary products: the OTTO 100, which handles human-scale payloads like boxes and carts, and the OTTO 1500, designed for larger loads such as pallets and racks. These self-driving vehicles utilize infrastructure-free navigation to ensure safe and efficient transportation in dynamic production environments, with applications spanning various industries, including automotive, medical devices, aerospace, and logistics. OTTO Motors combines proprietary hardware, software, and services to enhance operational excellence for its customers.
Korah Limited is an IT consulting firm based in Markham, Canada, with an additional office in North Point, Hong Kong. Founded in 2011, the company specializes in application development services that cover the entire process from inception to deployment. Korah Limited has developed several proprietary solutions, including ccRobot, a cloud-based customer care application that automates customer inquiries; ERP Bizsoln, an integrated ERP solution designed to streamline business information; and Kato TV, a platform for launching campaigns across signage networks. The firm serves a diverse clientele across various sectors, including advertising, finance, and telecommunications, leveraging the expertise of its team in technology integration, legacy modernization, system architecture design, application development, quality assurance, and project management.
APX Building and Onsite Data Solutions has fully embraced and revolutionized the concept of Smart City infrastructure. APX knows that manageable and accessible data that can be easily and securely shared with any organization and individual is essential for success in the modern age. It is for this reason that APX has become the unequivocal North American leader in Smart City Building and Onsite Data Solutions.
NERv Technology Inc. develops an implantable biochip with biosensors to detect post-operative complications, such as internal bleeding, leakage of bodily fluids, and infection within the abdominal cavity. The biosensor collects data and identifies the complications as it develops and informs both patient and physician in real-time. It also detects changes in the levels of biomarker. The company serves physicians, surgeons, hospitals, and patients. NERv Technology Inc. was founded in 2014 and is based in Kitchener, Canada.
QuantWave provides faster, cheaper, and simpler pathogen detection for drinking water and food suppliers. QuantWave Technologies is dedicated to providing optimal technologies and solutions for pathogen detection in food and drinking water. QuantWave is dedicated to providing a real-time, more cost-effective, easy-to-use and more environmental-friendly solution that will reduce contamination risk, enhance quality operation, and generate cost savings for food and drinking water manufacturing industries, and ultimately better protect public health.
The Corporation is in the business of producing a proprietary activated charcoal like material (SulfaCHAR), which can be used to removed hydrogen sulfide from various gas streams (focusing on methane-rich and odourous air). The SulfaCHAR, once used for the gas cleaning application, has further use as a sulfur-enriched biochar for agricultural purposes (saleable soil amendment product).
Suncayr Inc., located in Mississauga, Canada, has developed an innovative colour-changing sticker called "SPOT" designed to enhance sun safety. This sticker is applied directly to the skin before sunscreen is used. While the sunscreen effectively blocks ultraviolet (UV) rays, the sticker remains clear; however, once the sunscreen's protective qualities diminish and UV exposure occurs, the sticker changes to purple. This simple yet effective tool provides users with clear visual feedback on their sunscreen's effectiveness, allowing families to enjoy outdoor activities with greater confidence in their sun protection.
Altus Assessments Inc. provides online applicant screening services for academic programs admissions departments. The company offers CASPer, an online, video-scenario based situational judgement test for applicants. The company was founded in 2010 and is based in Hamilton, Canada.
NERv Technology Inc. develops an implantable biochip with biosensors to detect post-operative complications, such as internal bleeding, leakage of bodily fluids, and infection within the abdominal cavity. The biosensor collects data and identifies the complications as it develops and informs both patient and physician in real-time. It also detects changes in the levels of biomarker. The company serves physicians, surgeons, hospitals, and patients. NERv Technology Inc. was founded in 2014 and is based in Kitchener, Canada.
FreshSpoke, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in food distribution through its innovative application. Founded in 2016 and based in Barrie, Canada, FreshSpoke operates a platform that facilitates direct transactions between food producers, wholesale buyers, and delivery drivers, eliminating the need for intermediaries. The platform is accessible via mobile and web applications, allowing restaurants, retailers, and institutions to place orders efficiently. FreshSpoke also utilizes a shared delivery system, optimizing existing delivery capabilities and enabling drivers, including local producers, to generate additional income. The entire process is paperless, with features for dispatch, routing, and notifications integrated into the driver’s smartphone. FreshSpoke is actively operational in both Canada and the USA, offering a comprehensive suite of applications, including tools for buyers, drivers, and consumers that promote local food sourcing.
Voilà is an Ed-Tech organization mandated by multiple school boards to create designed solutions for students and school boards Voilà uses Virtual Reality, apps, gamification and online homework help. Today, our organization is proud to use a human-centered design approach to answer the need of thousands of teachers, students, and parents. Our common goals: - to encourage students to do better, - to help parents meet the needs of their children, - and to help school boards offer after-school programs on-site and online.
Charity Republic Inc. is a Canadian social enterprise founded in 2010, based in Kitchener, that focuses on enhancing volunteerism and community engagement. The organization provides an online platform where volunteers can share their experiences with various charities and nonprofits, enabling prospective volunteers to read reviews before choosing where to contribute their time. Additionally, Charity Republic offers volunteer management software tailored specifically for charities, developed in collaboration with over 60 volunteer coordinators. This software allows users, including students and staff, to efficiently track and manage their volunteer hours, community service, internships, and other activities. By addressing the inefficiencies of traditional paper-based systems, Charity Republic aims to empower individuals and organizations to foster positive social change.
MyndTec, Inc. develops, distributes, and markets medical equipment. It offers MyndMove, a functional electrical stimulation (FES) therapeutic device, that aids to restore voluntary movement in people experiencing paralysis due to stroke, spinal cord injury, and traumatic brain injury. The company was formerly known as Simple Systems Inc. MyndTec, Inc. was incorporated in 2008 and is based in Mississauga, Canada.
FireRein Inc. manufactures water additive firefighting solutions. Its products include Eco-Gel, which is a water additive that prevents, protects, and extinguishes fires; Eco-Rinse that allows end users to clean equipment, pumps, and nozzles; and FireRein TPP, which helps to draft and control the thickness and viscosity of the Eco-Gel into firefighting water stream. The company also conducts training programs for the usage of Eco-Gel. FireRein Inc. was founded in 2012 and is based in Napanee, Canada.
FreshSpoke, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in food distribution through its innovative application. Founded in 2016 and based in Barrie, Canada, FreshSpoke operates a platform that facilitates direct transactions between food producers, wholesale buyers, and delivery drivers, eliminating the need for intermediaries. The platform is accessible via mobile and web applications, allowing restaurants, retailers, and institutions to place orders efficiently. FreshSpoke also utilizes a shared delivery system, optimizing existing delivery capabilities and enabling drivers, including local producers, to generate additional income. The entire process is paperless, with features for dispatch, routing, and notifications integrated into the driver’s smartphone. FreshSpoke is actively operational in both Canada and the USA, offering a comprehensive suite of applications, including tools for buyers, drivers, and consumers that promote local food sourcing.
FIBOS Inc. develops optical measurement technology for the industrial sensing industry. The company’s product line includes optical gauge amplifier (OGA-01), a single-channel industrial optical gauge amplifier intended to compete against a traditional strain gauge amplifier; and optical gauge sensor that measures strain. It offers solutions for load sensing, pressure sensing, vibration sensing, and temperature sensing in oil and gas, energy, and test and measurement industries. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Toronto, Canada.
Voilà is an Ed-Tech organization mandated by multiple school boards to create designed solutions for students and school boards Voilà uses Virtual Reality, apps, gamification and online homework help. Today, our organization is proud to use a human-centered design approach to answer the need of thousands of teachers, students, and parents. Our common goals: - to encourage students to do better, - to help parents meet the needs of their children, - and to help school boards offer after-school programs on-site and online.
NERv Technology Inc. develops an implantable biochip with biosensors to detect post-operative complications, such as internal bleeding, leakage of bodily fluids, and infection within the abdominal cavity. The biosensor collects data and identifies the complications as it develops and informs both patient and physician in real-time. It also detects changes in the levels of biomarker. The company serves physicians, surgeons, hospitals, and patients. NERv Technology Inc. was founded in 2014 and is based in Kitchener, Canada.
Hypercare operates a healthcare coordination platform designed to enhance clinical communication and collaboration among providers. This platform addresses the growing complexity of patient care, which often requires input from multiple providers across various departments and specialties. Traditional communication methods in hospitals, such as switchboards and pagers, have proven ineffective, resulting in delays in patient care and suboptimal outcomes. Hypercare's solution facilitates secure and efficient communication among healthcare professionals in diverse settings, including hospitals, long-term care facilities, and community care organizations. By enabling providers to connect quickly and effectively, Hypercare aims to minimize interruptions and improve patient-centered care while ensuring the protection of personal health information.
Suncayr Inc., located in Mississauga, Canada, has developed an innovative colour-changing sticker called "SPOT" designed to enhance sun safety. This sticker is applied directly to the skin before sunscreen is used. While the sunscreen effectively blocks ultraviolet (UV) rays, the sticker remains clear; however, once the sunscreen's protective qualities diminish and UV exposure occurs, the sticker changes to purple. This simple yet effective tool provides users with clear visual feedback on their sunscreen's effectiveness, allowing families to enjoy outdoor activities with greater confidence in their sun protection.
FlexCap Energy Ltd. develops and delivers lightweight energy storage solutions. Its portfolio includes flexible thin-film supercapacitors and alkaline battery solutions. It focuses on providing continuous power in enabling products ranging from wearables to embedded smart textiles. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Toronto, Canada.
ReUp is a digital platform that allows business owners to build a branded loyalty program.
Chisel.ai specializes in artificial intelligence solutions tailored for the insurance industry, both in Canada and internationally. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Toronto, the company utilizes natural language processing and named entity recognition to analyze various digital document formats, including Word, PDF, and Excel. Chisel.ai's technology enables the extraction of critical data from both structured and unstructured text, allowing for tasks such as data extraction, errors and omissions checks, submission prioritization, claims triage, and quote comparison. The company's services cater to insurers, reinsurers, and brokers, providing them with the capability to derive insights from previously inaccessible information and enhance operational efficiency.
Argentum Electronics, Inc. designs and manufactures advanced Smart Power over Ethernet Controllers (S.P.E.C), which utilize Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) technologies for efficient power delivery and management. Their product line includes cloud-managed PoE splitters and power combiners aimed at high-power PoE applications, primarily servicing commercial and industrial sectors such as LED lighting and fan speed control. The company also focuses on modular DC power distribution systems, intelligent building automation, and wireless multi-sensor networks to help clients reduce electricity demand and enhance overall energy performance within buildings. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Argentum caters to a diverse clientele that includes building owners, architects, engineers, and construction firms.
Furnishr Inc. is an online platform that specializes in providing customized furnishing solutions in Canada and the United States. Founded in 2015 and based in New York City, with an additional office in Toronto, Furnishr offers a unique and efficient approach to interior design. The company enables customers to purchase complete room designs through its website, ensuring that all furniture and accessories are delivered and assembled in a single day. This turnkey service simplifies the furnishing process, making it accessible and affordable for individuals looking to decorate their empty homes.
NanoQuan Inc. is a Kitchener, Canada-based company specializing in the development of nano-composite materials and processing technologies applicable to various sectors, including electronics, automotive, and aerospace. As a spin-off from the University of Waterloo, NanoQuan leverages a leadership team with extensive experience in nanomaterial innovation, particularly in water and air filtration, as well as porous membrane and separation technologies. The company's unique dispersion-mixing technology integrates nano-fillers into diverse host materials, resulting in products with exceptional electrical, mechanical, optical, and thermal properties. NanoQuan's achievements in innovation and commercialization are supported by a robust portfolio of intellectual property, with seven patents and numerous peer-reviewed publications. The company has attracted interest from prominent industry partners, reflecting its significant impact in the field of advanced materials.
TeleHex designs, manufactures, markets, and sells its state-of-the-art mechanism, which automatically selects the correct wrench size when the user inserts the tool into a hex socket. TeleHex significantly reduces the bulk and the time required to select a hex wrench from a conventional set.
Altus Assessments Inc. provides online applicant screening services for academic programs admissions departments. The company offers CASPer, an online, video-scenario based situational judgement test for applicants. The company was founded in 2010 and is based in Hamilton, Canada.
GaitTronics is a company focused on the development and distribution of robotic rehabilitation products aimed at enhancing patient mobility and safety. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Ontario, the company offers the SoloWalk, a robotic patient handling device that assists caregivers in lifting and supporting patients during movement. This innovative technology is designed to facilitate effortless mobility for disabled individuals, thereby improving the safety and efficiency of patient care in hospitals and other healthcare settings. GaitTronics serves a variety of stakeholders, including patients, caregivers, and healthcare institutions, with the goal of optimizing rehabilitation processes and enhancing the overall quality of care.
Bartesian Inc. manufactures a cocktail machine that makes cocktails from capsules in home. It offers Bartesian, a robotic bartender that uses pre-mixed ingredient cups with different alcoholic choices to get a homemade martini or cosmo at the press of a button. The company was formerly known as MaxMixology Inc. and changed its name to Bartesian Inc. in January 2015. Bartesian Inc. was incorporated in 2014 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
We believe that chronic care will transition from the hospital environment into the home in response to an aging population and increase in healthcare demands. Our objective is to build the infrastructure and solutions that will promote self-care by leveraging innovative technologies and processes.
Acumyn Inc., established in 2014 and based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in developing radiology software for medical equipment. The company's primary product, AQUA, is a web-based quality assurance management software designed to optimize QA workflows in radiotherapy departments. By automating and standardizing processes, AQUA reduces the resources required for quality assurance protocols, enabling clinics to conduct tests efficiently and maintain full confidence in their equipment. The software features pre-configured test protocols, such as TG142, and offers flexibility for tailored test scripting to meet the specific needs of various healthcare facilities. As of mid-2018, Acumyn operates as a subsidiary of Elekta AB.
H2Sorber is a green chemical products company whose primary offering is a safe, efficient and environmentally friendly sulfur scavenger treatment of the highly toxic and corrosive gas H2S. H2Sorber is a green product that can quickly and easily remove H2S. The product has applications in oil and gas, water treatment, agriculture, and odour control. H2Sorber can be misted in the air, added to ponds, and injected into hydrocarbons. H2Sorber can also be applied without personal protective equipment (PPE).
Syngli Inc. (formerly known as NeuRecall Inc.) is an educational technology start-up, with offices in Kitchener-Waterloo (Canada) and Berkeley (US). We are developing an online platform for increasing teaching and learning efficiency, with applications ranging from language learning to standardized test preparation within medicine and other professions. Our system includes software inspired by cognitive neuroscience and machine learning, and a uniquely-structured knowledge base grown online by users. The platform tracks each learner’s level of understanding, and uses such data to extract relevant information from the knowledge base and then generate novel questions.
Finn AI provides AI-powered conversational banking technology for personal banking and finance. It puts a personal banker in every bank customer’s pocket, helping them to manage their money wherever they are, whatever they need via a simple, natural conversation. The Finn AI team of data scientists, engineers, and financial industry experts helps banks and credit unions transform customer engagement and increase financial literacy while delivering the convenience and savings of a digital-first experience. It has public deployments in three languages with a growing global customer base that includes ATB Financial, Bank of Montreal (BMO), Banpro Grupo Promerica, and Commonwealth Bank. The company was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia.
Vive Crop Protection, Inc. is a Canadian company based in Mississauga, with additional operations in Boston and Calgary. Founded in 2006, the company develops and markets innovative crop protection products, including fungicides, insecticides, and nematicides. Vive utilizes its proprietary Allosperse Delivery System, a groundbreaking nanotechnology, to enhance the effectiveness of its products and provide new solutions for farmers. This technological advancement positions Vive at the forefront of agricultural innovation, enabling the company to meet the evolving needs of the agricultural sector.
TrendMD provides article recommendations for doctors. They partner with scientific publishers such Elsevier and Oxford University Press and have them add a line of their JavaScript code to their journal websites so that they can show 10 similar article links at the bottom of each page.
Their mission is to accelerate the rate at which humanity's knowledge advances, by matching readers with the right articles. They serve 500 million recommendations to more than 60 million readers per month and are nearing profitability after recently graduating from Y Combinator -- the startup accelerator that incubated Reddit, Dropbox, and Airbnb.
Edusight’s mission is to understand how students learn. Through its analytics and digital portfolio product, Edusight has impacted over 300,000 K-12 students across 40 countries. Edusight received venture capital funding from Imagine K12, the education vertical within Y Combinator.
Chalk.com Education Inc. specializes in providing online tools for lesson planning, assessment, and collaboration aimed at K-12 schools and districts. Founded in 2010 and based in Kitchener, Canada, the company offers several key products, including Planboard, which assists teachers in planning classes and tracking educational standards, and Markboard, which enables effective monitoring of student progress. Additionally, Chalk.com features Campus, a collaboration platform that fosters knowledge sharing among school staff. The company's solutions cater to a diverse range of educational institutions, from small independent schools to larger national networks, helping them align their curriculum and instructional strategies with established standards. This integrated approach supports educators in delivering effective teaching and enhancing student learning outcomes.
Acumyn Inc., established in 2014 and based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in developing radiology software for medical equipment. The company's primary product, AQUA, is a web-based quality assurance management software designed to optimize QA workflows in radiotherapy departments. By automating and standardizing processes, AQUA reduces the resources required for quality assurance protocols, enabling clinics to conduct tests efficiently and maintain full confidence in their equipment. The software features pre-configured test protocols, such as TG142, and offers flexibility for tailored test scripting to meet the specific needs of various healthcare facilities. As of mid-2018, Acumyn operates as a subsidiary of Elekta AB.
InDanio Bioscience Inc. operates as a vivo drug discovery company. The company develops new chemical entities for the pharmaceutically important nuclear protein families. The company offers assessment of nuclear receptor lead compound properties, invivo screening, De novo screen for new NG ligands with ligand trap system. The company was incorporated in 2008 and is based in Toronto, Canada.
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.
Kapplex Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, and markets point-of-care diagnostic platforms suitable for use in retail clinics, doctor’s offices, urgent care units, and ERs. The company specializes in the diagnosis of common infectious diseases. It delivers instruments and consumables for diagnostic markets. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Toronto, Canada.
Kinetica Dynamics Inc. specializes in designing and implementing advanced damping, isolation, and vibration control technologies to protect structures from wind and earthquake loads. The company offers innovative solutions such as Viscoelastic Coupling Dampers and Viscoelastic Material, which serve to enhance the serviceability of structures in windy conditions and provide seismic protection. Kinetica Dynamics also provides specialized services for the design of tall buildings, including peer reviews of high-rise designs, high-performance system design, and nonlinear modeling for complex structures. Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, the company has an additional office in San Francisco, California, and focuses on advanced dynamic analysis and vibration mitigation for various infrastructures, including buildings, bridges, and industrial installations.
BlueDot Inc. specializes in data analytics solutions aimed at tracking and managing infectious diseases. Founded in 2008 and based in Toronto, Canada, the company utilizes a combination of human expertise and artificial intelligence to analyze a wide range of data, including disease outbreaks, healthcare facilities, population demographics, and environmental factors. By integrating these datasets with proprietary algorithms, BlueDot provides critical insights that help governments, healthcare organizations, and businesses protect their populations and mitigate the risks associated with infectious diseases. The company's early warning system is designed to anticipate disease threats and support effective responses, addressing an increasingly urgent public health challenge.
Eve Medical Inc., a medical device company, designs and manufactures medical products for healthcare needs of women. It offers HerSwab that enables women to take control of their own sexual health through self-sampling for sexually transmitted infections screening that have an impact on the reproductive well-being conditions, including cervical cancer, pelvic inflammatory disease, and infertility. Eve Medical Inc. was incorporated in 2010 and is based in Toronto, Canada.
GaitTronics is a company focused on the development and distribution of robotic rehabilitation products aimed at enhancing patient mobility and safety. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Ontario, the company offers the SoloWalk, a robotic patient handling device that assists caregivers in lifting and supporting patients during movement. This innovative technology is designed to facilitate effortless mobility for disabled individuals, thereby improving the safety and efficiency of patient care in hospitals and other healthcare settings. GaitTronics serves a variety of stakeholders, including patients, caregivers, and healthcare institutions, with the goal of optimizing rehabilitation processes and enhancing the overall quality of care.
Sciventions is an online platform for scientists to trade their ideas and innovative solutions. Sciventions offers specialty products made in research laboratories around the world, ranging from chemicals and lab gadgets to instruments and characterization services. Scientists and researchers can sell ideas, products and services that are in development or otherwise too small in volume to be sold separately.
Encycle Therapeutics is a biotechnology company based in Toronto, Canada, specializing in the development of drug-like macrocycles and membrane-permeable nacellins through its innovative platform technology. This unique approach allows for the rapid synthesis of nacellins, which are designed to effectively target intracellular protein-protein interactions that are typically difficult to address with conventional small molecules and biologics. Encycle's nacellins offer the potential to serve as cost-effective, oral alternatives to existing biologics, such as monoclonal antibodies. The company has established collaborations with various pharmaceutical firms to create a screening library of nacellins, many of which exhibit desirable drug-like properties. Currently, Encycle is advancing the independent development of nacellins aimed at integrin alpha-4-beta-7, with a focus on creating orally bioavailable inhibitors that are safer and less immunogenic compared to existing biologics targeting the same protein, as well as addressing conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease and fibrosis.
Singspiel is an incredibly easy way to learn music on your own and figure out if you're improving. It is like a virtual music teacher that provides you realtime feedback on how you play. Singspiel is the music learning equivalent for what Duolingo is for language learning. Using our product, Students can self-sufficiently develop their performance, aural and theory skills in music.
Vital Biomedical Technologies explores, designs, and develops MRI-compatible phantom motion stages and MRI compatible surgical robots. Currently, their prime research focus is on developing MRI-compatible mechatronics devices without compromising image quality, safety, or system performance. Their technology allows consumers to build custom-designed manipulators for use within the MRI bore or for other applications requiring real-time control.
Granata's software platform provides real-time optimization and scenario analysis capabilities for large-scale, data-driven marketing problems and group/organizational decision-making. Companies use the technology to amplify the value of machine learning and analytics by distilling the insights produced by multiple analyses and focusing on the factors relevant to global enterprise objectives.
ScarX Therapeutics Inc., a biotechnology company, discovers and develops treatments for dermal scarring (fibrosis). It develops SCX-001, a topical prescription cream to treat and prevent post-surgical scarring; and Nefopam active drug substance in SCX-001, a small molecule that inhibits the production of catenin, the protein associated with hypertrophic (excessive) scarring in animals and humans. The company serves customers worldwide. ScarX Therapeutics Inc. was founded in 2012 and is based in Toronto, Canada.
Giatec Scientific Inc. designs and manufactures sensor based testing products for the construction industry. It develops mobile applications to monitor concrete strength. The company’s products include SmartRock, a wireless concrete sensor; Smart Concrete, an application to monitor concrete; BlueRock 2, a concrete humidity sensor; SmartBox, a wireless resistance monitoring device; iCor, a wireless non-destructive testing tool; Xcell, a corrosion mapping device; Perma 2, an electrical resistance measurement device; Rcon 2, a non-destructive electrical resistivity measurement device; and Surf, a surface electrical resistivity measurement device. The company was founded in 2010 and is based in Ottawa, Canada.
LDD is an innovative provider of in-process quality monitoring and control solutions for laser-based welding applications. LDD’s proprietary inline coherent imaging (ICI) technology is the first industrial solution to enable direct measurement of weld penetration depth with high precision and in real time by adding a near-infrared measurement beam to the welding head.
Bedside Clinical Systems (BCS) facilitates the deployment of innovations in healthcare supporting clinicians in providing safer and more effective care.
Client Outlook Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in Waterloo, Canada, focused on providing IT solutions for health professionals. The company offers eUnity, a server-based universal viewer that allows healthcare providers to access, manipulate, and collaborate on medical images in real-time through any browser. Additionally, eUnity Mobile extends these capabilities to mobile devices, facilitating on-the-go access for healthcare professionals. Client Outlook aims to enhance the healthcare experience for doctors, nurses, and patients by developing practical and secure technology solutions. The company has formed strategic alliances with GNAX Health and Acuo Technologies, LLC. As of July 2020, Client Outlook operates as a subsidiary of Mach7 Technologies Limited.
GaN Systems Inc., a semiconductor company, develops and manufactures a range of gallium nitride power switching transistors. The company offers 650 V E-HEMT and 100 V E-HEMT transistors and wireless power amplifiers. Its products are used in consumer, enterprise, industrial, solar/wind/smart grid, and transportation power conversion applications. The company serves consumer brand and enterprise equipment manufacturers in Japan, Taiwan, China, and internationally. The company was incorporated in 2008 and is based in Ottawa, Canada with additional offices in Aichi-ken, Japan; Shanghai, China; and München, Germany.
Miovision Technologies Inc. specializes in traffic data collection and management solutions for transportation networks. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Kitchener, Canada, with an additional office in Cologne, Germany, the company offers a range of products including Miovision Central for project management, Scout Video Collection Unit for traffic counting, and Miovision Traffic Data for data processing and analysis. Its Spectrum solution enhances signal connectivity for intelligent transportation systems, while Teal facilitates goal-setting and progress tracking for teams. Miovision's hardware offerings include interfaces, smart links, cameras, and antennas, complemented by customer support services. The company serves a diverse clientele, including traffic data collection firms, engineering firms, and government agencies, reaching over 17,000 municipalities globally. Through its advanced technology, Miovision aims to improve the transportation experience for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians while addressing the challenges of modern transportation networks.