Real Ventures

Real Ventures is a Montreal-based venture capital firm established in 2007, specializing in early-stage investments across various sectors, including internet software, agtech, fintech, and health technology. The firm primarily focuses on seed stage, incubation, and growth capital investments, typically committing between $0.25 million and $1.15 million per investment, while aiming for a minimum 5% equity stake in its portfolio companies. Real Ventures prioritizes investments in Quebec-based companies but also extends its reach to other regions in Canada, particularly the Toronto-Waterloo corridor. In addition to providing financial support, the firm is dedicated to fostering the development of tech ecosystems by connecting entrepreneurs with local and national resources, thereby enhancing the growth potential of the companies it backs.

Jean-Sebastian Cournoyer

Partner

JS Cournoyer

Board Partner

Laura Easton

Associate

Mohamed Elabshihy

Associate

Richard Fefergrad

Director, Finance

Phil G. Joseph

Associate

Madison Wright

Partner Associate

Past deals in Quebec

Dcbel

Venture Round in 2023
dcbel's mission is to deliver energy that lets people live a life without compromise. dcbel™ (formerly known as Ossiaco) sits at the nexus of residential solar power, electric vehicle charging, the smart home, and customer-centric utilities. The dcbel team has a proven history of rethinking energy distribution for everything from large utility customers to distributed energy resource providers. dcbel's AI-driven sustainable technologies enable people to leverage solar energy to power their cars, their homes, and their lifestyles. dcbel has numerous worldwide patents in power electronics and power conversion and is backed by a number of globally respected investors.

Axya

Seed Round in 2022
Axya, formerly known as GRAD4 Inc., is a Montreal-based company that has developed an artificial intelligence platform aimed at automating industrial operations. The platform offers a software as a service (SaaS) solution that connects small and medium-sized manufacturing shop owners with suppliers, streamlining the subcontracting process for computer numerical control (CNC) machining, sheet metal, and parts manufacturing. Additionally, Axya provides contract management, quotation receipt, tender approval, and data analysis services, all designed to enhance efficiency in the manufacturing sector. Established in 2019, the company's marketplace standardizes and centralizes the subcontracting process, making it easier for users to access necessary services and materials.

Wrk

Series A in 2022
Developer of an integration and delivery platform designed to fulfill the company's work at exactly the scale they need. The company's platform is expertly engineered to handle tasks ranging from simple data entry and research tasks to complex internal processes like generating custom reports or configuring entire websites, enabling clients to automate and scale any business process.

Nectar

Seed Round in 2021
Nectar is a company focused on enhancing the health of honey bees and supporting beekeepers through a specialized apiary management platform. This platform utilizes sensors and artificial intelligence to optimize beekeeping operations, allowing beekeepers to provide timely and appropriate care for their colonies. By facilitating communication between bees and beekeepers, Nectar aims to strengthen the relationship between the two, ultimately improving the effectiveness of honey bee pollination on crops. The technology offers key measurements that help beekeepers minimize losses, save time, and cultivate robust apiaries, contributing to sustainable beekeeping practices.

Simplyk

Seed Round in 2021
Simplyk develops an online platform that allows organizations to receive donations or other types of payment online with no transaction fees for non-profit organizations. The company also allows individuals to find organizations to volunteer for them. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Montreal, Canada.

Simplyk

Seed Round in 2021
Simplyk develops an online platform that allows organizations to receive donations or other types of payment online with no transaction fees for non-profit organizations. The company also allows individuals to find organizations to volunteer for them. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Montreal, Canada.

Gallea

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Gallea is an online art gallery based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, focused on promoting local artists to a global audience. It provides a platform for artists to showcase their work through virtual exhibitions, allowing them to create portfolios and share their artistic methods with potential buyers and exhibition venues. By facilitating these connections, Gallea aims to enhance artists' sales opportunities and establish itself as a significant player in the art distribution network worldwide. As one of Canada's fastest-growing online art marketplaces, Gallea is dedicated to elevating the visibility of emerging talent in the art community.

xpertSea

Series B in 2021
XpertSea Solutions Inc. is a Canadian technology company focused on enhancing the aquaculture industry by providing innovative tools for counting and analyzing aquatic organisms. Established in 2009 and based in Quebec, XpertSea offers XperCount, a device that enables users to count, size, and image small aquatic organisms. The company also features a comprehensive platform that generates, stores, and analyzes data related to aquatic populations. By integrating smart aquaculture equipment with a farm management system, XpertSea delivers insights powered by artificial intelligence, helping farmers optimize feed efficiency, reduce environmental waste, and implement disease prevention measures. With a presence in over 50 countries, XpertSea connects shrimp buyers and farmers through a data-driven marketplace that facilitates secure transactions and promotes sustainable practices in seafood farming.

Botpress

Series A in 2021
Botpress, Inc. is a company that specializes in designing and developing an open-source chatbot development platform. Founded in 2016 and based in Newark, Delaware, Botpress provides software that enables the creation of various types of chatbots, including scripted, artificial intelligence, and application-based options. The platform is widely used by developers, organizations, and individuals, facilitating the building, deployment, and management of chatbots. Key features include a conversational flow management system and natural language understanding, allowing businesses to create customizable conversational experiences. Additionally, the platform is designed to be manageable by non-developers after deployment, making it accessible for a broader audience to enhance their conversational strategies.

Axya

Seed Round in 2021
Axya, formerly known as GRAD4 Inc., is a Montreal-based company that has developed an artificial intelligence platform aimed at automating industrial operations. The platform offers a software as a service (SaaS) solution that connects small and medium-sized manufacturing shop owners with suppliers, streamlining the subcontracting process for computer numerical control (CNC) machining, sheet metal, and parts manufacturing. Additionally, Axya provides contract management, quotation receipt, tender approval, and data analysis services, all designed to enhance efficiency in the manufacturing sector. Established in 2019, the company's marketplace standardizes and centralizes the subcontracting process, making it easier for users to access necessary services and materials.

My Intelligent Machines

Seed Round in 2021
My Intelligent Machines (MIMs) is a Montreal-based software-as-a-service (SAAS) company founded in June 2016 by Sarah Jenna, Mickaël Camus, and Abdoulaye Baniré Diallo. The company specializes in developing AI-powered systems biology software tailored for biopharma and agtech sectors. MIMs aims to enhance the development of personalized medicine and agriculture through its advanced software solutions, which focus on population stratification, therapeutic target selection, and biomarker discovery. By utilizing open and explainable AI, MIMs enables life-science companies to effectively harness their big data, ultimately maximizing efficiency in food and drug production.

Dcbel

Venture Round in 2021
dcbel's mission is to deliver energy that lets people live a life without compromise. dcbel™ (formerly known as Ossiaco) sits at the nexus of residential solar power, electric vehicle charging, the smart home, and customer-centric utilities. The dcbel team has a proven history of rethinking energy distribution for everything from large utility customers to distributed energy resource providers. dcbel's AI-driven sustainable technologies enable people to leverage solar energy to power their cars, their homes, and their lifestyles. dcbel has numerous worldwide patents in power electronics and power conversion and is backed by a number of globally respected investors.

QuoteMachine

Seed Round in 2021
QuoteMachine is a sales software platform aimed at assisting local retailers in converting in-store conversations into online sales. When a customer leaves the store without making a purchase, the sales associate can send them a personalized microsite featuring the products discussed during their visit. This approach allows customers to conveniently order items when they are ready, resulting in a high conversion rate of 70% for the microsites. Additionally, QuoteMachine's platform enhances the sales experience for retailers, wholesalers, and manufacturers by streamlining quoting, ordering, invoicing, and payment processes. The platform also includes a live engagement tracker, which helps clients expedite negotiations and improve conversion rates.

Livescale

Seed Round in 2021
Through their multicloud SaaS platform, Livescale allows to create LiveShopping events on any web environment, providing live video streaming, engagement modules (chat/quizz/survey/...) and instant checkout, directly connected to your eCommerce platform. Get data, audience ownership & improved revenues by creating personal, authentic & experiential livestreaming events.

Livescale

Seed Round in 2021
Through their multicloud SaaS platform, Livescale allows to create LiveShopping events on any web environment, providing live video streaming, engagement modules (chat/quizz/survey/...) and instant checkout, directly connected to your eCommerce platform. Get data, audience ownership & improved revenues by creating personal, authentic & experiential livestreaming events.

SPARK Microsystems

Private Equity Round in 2021
SPARK Microsystems International Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company based in Montréal, Canada, specializing in ultra-low power wireless communication technologies for the Internet of Things. Founded in 2016, the company develops a wireless transceiver known as SPARK Radio, which is designed to provide reduced latency and extended battery life for short-range wireless communications. This technology enables devices to operate using energy harvesting techniques, significantly enhancing energy efficiency and performance. By leveraging patented innovations, SPARK Microsystems aims to deliver high-performance wireless solutions that outperform competing technologies in terms of power consumption and data rates, facilitating the advancement of battery-less operations in wireless devices.

Eli

Seed Round in 2020
Eli is a company focused on empowering women to manage their health by providing insights into their hormone profiles. It has developed an at-home device that monitors hormones using saliva samples, allowing for daily tracking of hormonal changes. Alongside the device, Eli offers an app that delivers personalized insights based on the collected data. The primary aim of Eli is to offer women a reliable and effective means to take charge of their fertility and contraception choices, thereby enhancing their overall health and well-being.

Paper

Funding Round in 2020
Improve student achievement and teacher effectiveness with the leading Educational Support System. Leading school districts make Paper part of their strategic plan. Whether you need to support a high ELL population, improve math/English proficiency, reduce teacher turnover, or address opportunity gaps in a diverse socio-economic community, Paper helps you reach your district goals. Educational Equity Like Never Before Paper is the first comprehensive Educational Support System (ESS) featuring live help and writing feedback for students paired with real-time feedback and intervention tools for teachers.

Chef Jasper

Seed Round in 2020
Chef Jasper operates a business focused on robotic automation in the food industry, specifically through the development of automated robotic kitchens. Based in Montreal, Canada, the company aims to enhance accessibility to gourmet food by utilizing advanced technologies such as robotics, artificial intelligence, and computer vision. Its robotic workstations are designed to prepare a wide variety of dishes using fresh ingredients, ensuring consistent quality at a lower cost. Targeting food restaurants and arenas, Chef Jasper's innovative approach allows for efficient meal preparation, contributing to the growing trend of small-scale automation in culinary practices. Founded in 2016, the company is committed to making quality food more accessible to consumers through its cutting-edge food kiosks.

Omnirobotic

Seed Round in 2020
Omnirobotic Inc. develops autonomous industrial robots aimed at addressing manpower shortages in manufacturing. Founded in 2016 and based in Laval, Canada, the company specializes in creating robots that utilize 3D vision and artificial intelligence to see, plan, and execute tasks on a variety of products without manual programming. Its flagship product, the Omnipainter, is a vision-guided robotic system designed to enhance flexibility, scalability, and customization in coating and painting applications. This technology enables the transformation of traditional industrial robots into autonomous systems suitable for high-mix, low-volume manufacturing, a sector larger than the existing industrial robot market. Omnirobotic installed its first autonomous robot in 2019, following seed funding received in late 2017.

Breathe Life

Series A in 2020
Breathe Life Inc. designs and develops a software platform for insurance companies and assists them in conducting business online. The company's platform uses tools and analytics for the digital distribution of life insurance policies and eliminates the requirement of brokers. It also features a single-session quote creation and application process which enables consumers to purchase products on their own. It caters to life and health insurers, distribution organizations, and advisors. The company was incorporated in 2017 and is based in Montreal, Canada.

Vention

Series B in 2020
Vention Inc. is a digital manufacturing platform based in Montreal, Canada, that specializes in the design and ordering of custom machines. Founded in 2016, the company offers a cloud-based solution called MachineBuilder 3D™, which allows engineers and manufacturing professionals to design, order, and assemble factory equipment quickly and efficiently. The platform features a comprehensive library of modular parts, enabling users to create automated equipment, robot cells, tooling, and conveyors. Additionally, Vention integrates artificial intelligence to facilitate the design process, allowing for the simulation and commissioning of automated systems within a single digital environment. By streamlining the machine design and ordering process, Vention makes industrial automation more accessible to a wider range of users.

Sollum

Series B in 2020
Sollum Technologies Inc. designs and manufactures lighting systems. Its lighting systems include LED hardware and programmable platform to provide the right light at various stages of crop growth; and a natural circadian rhythm to animals. The company was incorporated in 2015 and is based in Montreal, Canada.

Axya

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Axya, formerly known as GRAD4 Inc., is a Montreal-based company that has developed an artificial intelligence platform aimed at automating industrial operations. The platform offers a software as a service (SaaS) solution that connects small and medium-sized manufacturing shop owners with suppliers, streamlining the subcontracting process for computer numerical control (CNC) machining, sheet metal, and parts manufacturing. Additionally, Axya provides contract management, quotation receipt, tender approval, and data analysis services, all designed to enhance efficiency in the manufacturing sector. Established in 2019, the company's marketplace standardizes and centralizes the subcontracting process, making it easier for users to access necessary services and materials.

Paper

Venture Round in 2020
Improve student achievement and teacher effectiveness with the leading Educational Support System. Leading school districts make Paper part of their strategic plan. Whether you need to support a high ELL population, improve math/English proficiency, reduce teacher turnover, or address opportunity gaps in a diverse socio-economic community, Paper helps you reach your district goals. Educational Equity Like Never Before Paper is the first comprehensive Educational Support System (ESS) featuring live help and writing feedback for students paired with real-time feedback and intervention tools for teachers.

Unito

Series A in 2020
Unito Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Montréal, Canada, specializes in developing a project management integration tool that enhances collaboration across various teams and departments. The platform automatically synchronizes projects, tasks, and conversations between multiple work management applications, such as Trello, Asana, JIRA, GitHub, Wrike, Zendesk, and Hubspot. By allowing users to connect their existing tools without requiring them to learn new systems, Unito promotes seamless communication and improved workflow. The platform addresses the complexities of integrating disparate software applications, enabling businesses to boost productivity by minimizing the need to switch between different tools and providing flexible synchronization options for tasks and projects.

Wrk

Seed Round in 2020
Developer of an integration and delivery platform designed to fulfill the company's work at exactly the scale they need. The company's platform is expertly engineered to handle tasks ranging from simple data entry and research tasks to complex internal processes like generating custom reports or configuring entire websites, enabling clients to automate and scale any business process.

Botpress

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Botpress, Inc. is a company that specializes in designing and developing an open-source chatbot development platform. Founded in 2016 and based in Newark, Delaware, Botpress provides software that enables the creation of various types of chatbots, including scripted, artificial intelligence, and application-based options. The platform is widely used by developers, organizations, and individuals, facilitating the building, deployment, and management of chatbots. Key features include a conversational flow management system and natural language understanding, allowing businesses to create customizable conversational experiences. Additionally, the platform is designed to be manageable by non-developers after deployment, making it accessible for a broader audience to enhance their conversational strategies.

Simplyk

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Simplyk develops an online platform that allows organizations to receive donations or other types of payment online with no transaction fees for non-profit organizations. The company also allows individuals to find organizations to volunteer for them. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Montreal, Canada.

RenoRun

Series A in 2019
RenoRun Inc. is a construction materials delivery company that provides a wide range of products, including beams, bricks, and concrete mixes, primarily serving the construction industry. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, RenoRun operates in key markets such as Toronto, Canada, and Austin, Texas. The company offers a mobile-friendly platform that allows general contractors to efficiently order materials and receive timely deliveries directly to job sites, thereby enhancing productivity and reducing downtime. With a focus on streamlining the procurement process, RenoRun aims to be the largest single-source platform for construction materials, simplifying the supply chain for contractors and builders.

Guiker

Seed Round in 2019
Guiker Inc. is a Montreal-based company that specializes in developing an online property rental platform tailored for Chinese foreign students. Founded in 2016, Guiker's platform streamlines the property leasing process by offering services that connect tenants with landlords, facilitate communication, and allow for the sending and signing of documents. Additionally, it provides an online payment option, ensuring a seamless rental experience. By enabling digital interaction for browsing available units and executing lease agreements, Guiker optimizes property management for landlords while helping tenants find suitable living spaces efficiently.

InVivo AI

Pre Seed Round in 2019
InVivo AI is a Montreal-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in using artificial intelligence to enhance pharmaceutical research and development. The company primarily focuses on preclinical toxicology, aiming to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of drug development processes. By leveraging advanced AI technologies, InVivo AI seeks to transform traditional methodologies in the pharmaceutical industry, ultimately contributing to faster and more reliable outcomes in drug safety assessments.

Korbit Technologies

Seed Round in 2019
Korbit Technologies is focused on transforming education through its AI tutor, Korbi, which utilizes artificial intelligence to engage students in personalized learning experiences. The platform offers interactive exercises, conversations, quizzes, visual aids, and performance tracking tailored to individual learning profiles. Korbi aims to enhance educational outcomes by providing targeted pedagogical interventions and personalized feedback. In addition to its tutoring services, Korbit Technologies also offers a free machine learning course, catering to a broad audience that includes students, teachers, publishers, and companies. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, Korbit Technologies is committed to delivering high-quality, accessible education that supports learners in improving their socio-economic status.

Element AI

Series B in 2019
Element AI Inc. provides artificial intelligence solutions (AI) for organizations to identify opportunities to use artificial intelligence and machine learning and build AI solutions. It operates an AI as a Service (AIaaS) platform that enables businesses to launch and incubate AI solutions in partnership with large corporations. The company also operates a research and development laboratory that conducts research to deploy AI in computing infrastructure. It provides its products to insurance, banking and capital markets, manufacturing, logistics, retail, and consumer packaged goods industries. Element AI Inc. was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Montreal, Canada with an additional office in Toronto, Canada.

Element AI

Series B in 2019
Element AI Inc. provides artificial intelligence solutions (AI) for organizations to identify opportunities to use artificial intelligence and machine learning and build AI solutions. It operates an AI as a Service (AIaaS) platform that enables businesses to launch and incubate AI solutions in partnership with large corporations. The company also operates a research and development laboratory that conducts research to deploy AI in computing infrastructure. It provides its products to insurance, banking and capital markets, manufacturing, logistics, retail, and consumer packaged goods industries. Element AI Inc. was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Montreal, Canada with an additional office in Toronto, Canada.

Eli

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Eli is a company focused on empowering women to manage their health by providing insights into their hormone profiles. It has developed an at-home device that monitors hormones using saliva samples, allowing for daily tracking of hormonal changes. Alongside the device, Eli offers an app that delivers personalized insights based on the collected data. The primary aim of Eli is to offer women a reliable and effective means to take charge of their fertility and contraception choices, thereby enhancing their overall health and well-being.

My Intelligent Machines

Seed Round in 2019
My Intelligent Machines (MIMs) is a Montreal-based software-as-a-service (SAAS) company founded in June 2016 by Sarah Jenna, Mickaël Camus, and Abdoulaye Baniré Diallo. The company specializes in developing AI-powered systems biology software tailored for biopharma and agtech sectors. MIMs aims to enhance the development of personalized medicine and agriculture through its advanced software solutions, which focus on population stratification, therapeutic target selection, and biomarker discovery. By utilizing open and explainable AI, MIMs enables life-science companies to effectively harness their big data, ultimately maximizing efficiency in food and drug production.

Nectar

Seed Round in 2019
Nectar is a company focused on enhancing the health of honey bees and supporting beekeepers through a specialized apiary management platform. This platform utilizes sensors and artificial intelligence to optimize beekeeping operations, allowing beekeepers to provide timely and appropriate care for their colonies. By facilitating communication between bees and beekeepers, Nectar aims to strengthen the relationship between the two, ultimately improving the effectiveness of honey bee pollination on crops. The technology offers key measurements that help beekeepers minimize losses, save time, and cultivate robust apiaries, contributing to sustainable beekeeping practices.

Nomic

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Nplex Biosciences is a biotechnology company based in the United States that specializes in proteomic technology. The company has developed a platform that utilizes DNA nanotechnology to understand, detect, and treat diseases. Nplex offers a range of instruments and automation tools for measuring multiple proteins from blood samples, providing cost-effective solutions for protein data analysis. Its technology integrates seamlessly with industry-standard cytometers, enabling high-throughput analysis and the development of custom protein panels. Nplex aims to enhance existing instruments and workflows while facilitating automation in proteomic research and applications.

Bus.com

Series B in 2019
Bus.com is a bus rental platform that allows its clients to plan and book group transportation online. Its web app makes it easy to organize, book, join and enjoy bus trips. T The company was founded by travel industry veterans and built with startup hustle. Its headquarters is located at Montreal, Quebec.

Livescale

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Through their multicloud SaaS platform, Livescale allows to create LiveShopping events on any web environment, providing live video streaming, engagement modules (chat/quizz/survey/...) and instant checkout, directly connected to your eCommerce platform. Get data, audience ownership & improved revenues by creating personal, authentic & experiential livestreaming events.

Thorasys

Venture Round in 2019
Thorasys Thoracic Medical Systems Inc. is a Canadian medical device start-up specializing in respiratory diagnostics. The company has developed tremoFlo, an advanced Airwave Oscillometry System that measures lung function effortlessly by applying a gentle multi-frequency airwave to the patient's respiratory airflow. This innovative technology assists healthcare professionals in diagnosing and monitoring lung diseases, such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, through a unique pulmonary function testing method known as forced oscillation. By enabling accurate lung capacity measurements for patients of all types, Thorasys aims to facilitate early detection and management of respiratory conditions. The company is headquartered in Halifax, Canada, and leverages cutting-edge research and technology in its product development.

Optina Diagnostics

Seed Round in 2019
Optina Diagnostics Inc. is a Canadian company based in Montréal, established in 2010, that focuses on the early detection of Alzheimer’s disease through advanced ocular imaging technology. The company has developed a retinal imaging test that utilizes hyperspectral imaging to identify key biomarkers associated with Alzheimer’s, including beta-amyloid plaques. In addition to Alzheimer’s detection, its imaging systems also aid in diagnosing age-related macular degeneration and ocular diabetic retinopathy. By providing a simple eye exam, Optina's technology enables healthcare professionals to detect and address the underlying causes of memory loss, thereby contributing to improved patient care and outcomes in neurodegenerative diseases.

My01

Seed Round in 2019
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.

Spinologics

Venture Round in 2019
Spinologics Inc develops and manufactures spinal care products. It offers products, such as Scolioscreen, a device that allows phones to be used to screen for spinal deformities; Scolioscreen APP, a software that can be combined with Scolioscreen device for measuring angle of trunk rotation; and Cervision, a tool to maintain patient’s shoulders and arms to reduce surgery time and to provide x-rays of the cervical spine. The company also operates Biomechanics Numerical Lab that provides biomechanics to design medical devices and consulting services. Spinologics Inc was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Montréal, Canada.

Locketgo

Seed Round in 2019
Locketgo Inc. is a Montreal-based company that provides an online platform and application for locker rental services at events such as concerts, conventions, and festivals. Founded in 2016, Locketgo offers a comprehensive solution that includes the delivery and installation of lockers, management of event staff, and after-sales services. Their innovative lockers are equipped with radio-frequency identification (RFID), digital PIN codes, and USB charging ports for mobile devices. In addition to event services, Locketgo has developed a smart locker network to facilitate secure, contactless parcel and food deliveries in urban areas, ensuring accessibility to residents and merchants around the clock. Through its technology, Locketgo enables users to secure their belongings conveniently while enhancing the overall event experience.

DropGenie

Seed Round in 2019
DropGenie is a biotechnology company founded in 2018 and based in Montreal, Canada. The company focuses on developing connected hardware that automates gene editing processes, thereby enhancing the efficiency of genetic engineering. Its platform streamlines liquid handling and experimental conditions, which helps scientists reduce costs while improving the standardization and reproducibility of their work. By generating standardized and compatible scientific information, DropGenie aims to accelerate the pace of discovery in the field of genetics, making advancements in gene editing more accessible to researchers.

DropGenie

Seed Round in 2019
DropGenie is a biotechnology company founded in 2018 and based in Montreal, Canada. The company focuses on developing connected hardware that automates gene editing processes, thereby enhancing the efficiency of genetic engineering. Its platform streamlines liquid handling and experimental conditions, which helps scientists reduce costs while improving the standardization and reproducibility of their work. By generating standardized and compatible scientific information, DropGenie aims to accelerate the pace of discovery in the field of genetics, making advancements in gene editing more accessible to researchers.

Breathe Life

Seed Round in 2019
Breathe Life Inc. designs and develops a software platform for insurance companies and assists them in conducting business online. The company's platform uses tools and analytics for the digital distribution of life insurance policies and eliminates the requirement of brokers. It also features a single-session quote creation and application process which enables consumers to purchase products on their own. It caters to life and health insurers, distribution organizations, and advisors. The company was incorporated in 2017 and is based in Montreal, Canada.

RenoRun

Seed Round in 2019
RenoRun Inc. is a construction materials delivery company that provides a wide range of products, including beams, bricks, and concrete mixes, primarily serving the construction industry. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, RenoRun operates in key markets such as Toronto, Canada, and Austin, Texas. The company offers a mobile-friendly platform that allows general contractors to efficiently order materials and receive timely deliveries directly to job sites, thereby enhancing productivity and reducing downtime. With a focus on streamlining the procurement process, RenoRun aims to be the largest single-source platform for construction materials, simplifying the supply chain for contractors and builders.

Vention

Series A in 2019
Vention Inc. is a digital manufacturing platform based in Montreal, Canada, that specializes in the design and ordering of custom machines. Founded in 2016, the company offers a cloud-based solution called MachineBuilder 3D™, which allows engineers and manufacturing professionals to design, order, and assemble factory equipment quickly and efficiently. The platform features a comprehensive library of modular parts, enabling users to create automated equipment, robot cells, tooling, and conveyors. Additionally, Vention integrates artificial intelligence to facilitate the design process, allowing for the simulation and commissioning of automated systems within a single digital environment. By streamlining the machine design and ordering process, Vention makes industrial automation more accessible to a wider range of users.

BIOS

Seed Round in 2018
BIOS Health is a company based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, that specializes in developing a neural interface platform aimed at treating chronic health conditions. Founded in 2015, BIOS integrates advances in hardware, big data, and machine learning to create solutions that decode and encode neural signals from the body. The company also focuses on the development of prosthetic connectors, which standardize the connection between bionic devices and the body’s neural and soft-tissue systems. These implanted medical devices are designed to link nerve activity to specific conditions, facilitating precise communication and control for patients using prosthetics. BIOS operates an additional research and development office in Montreal, Canada.

Transit

Series B in 2018
Transit is a mobile app intended to help its users navigate their cities. Transit simplifies local travel in 125 cities worldwide. Upon launch, the bright, intuitive interface shows all nearby transportation options and departures. Users can plan trips, set reminders, and get notifications about disruptions. Plus, Transit also integrates other sustainable transport modes -- bike sharing, car sharing and Uber -- so users can determine the best way to get from A to B. With millions of active users in the US and Canada, Transit has emerged as the leading urban transit app in North America. The company is based in Montreal, Quebec.

Plotly

Series B in 2018
Plotly, Inc. is a data science and AI company based in Montreal, Canada, that offers an online platform for data analysis and visualization. Its tools are designed for a diverse audience, including scientists, students, engineers, and analysts, allowing them to analyze, simulate, and graph various data formats such as Excel spreadsheets, CSV, TSV, and Matlab files. Plotly simplifies the creation and sharing of interactive web applications and visualizations, enabling users to leverage these capabilities across different programming languages. The company aims to integrate data science into business applications, making advanced analytics accessible and practical for a wider range of users.

HumanFirst

Seed Round in 2018
HumanFirst is a conversational artificial intelligence that helps companies in their transactions. It helps companies leverage their B2C conversations by transforming their raw conversational data into high-quality labelled data at scale to create business value. HumanFirst integrates with platforms like Zendesk, Intercom, Drift, Live Chat, Front, SMS, WhatsApp, messenger to name a few. It was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec.

Paladin AI

Seed Round in 2018
Paladin AI Inc. is a Canadian company that specializes in developing software solutions aimed at optimizing pilot training through data mining and machine learning. Founded in 2013 and based in Montreal, the company offers InstructIQ, a comprehensive dashboard that provides adaptive training methodologies. This platform is flight simulator agnostic and employs proprietary algorithms to automatically detect patterns in pilot competency, allowing for customized, competency-based training recommendations. Paladin AI collaborates with flight simulator manufacturers, airlines, and approved training organizations to enhance training efficiency while minimizing operational disruptions. By leveraging data science, the company focuses on objectively assessing pilots' strengths and weaknesses, identifying knowledge gaps, and tailoring training experiences that ensure safety and reliability in aviation.

Return Magic

Seed Round in 2018
Return Magic is an e-commerce return platform designed to streamline the returns process for online merchants. The platform allows retailers to create branded return portals that facilitate the management of incoming returns. It offers services such as auto-generating shipping labels, processing refunds, and sending automated communications to customers, all while providing analytics through a user-friendly dashboard. Additionally, Return Magic enables merchants to customize their return policies to suit their specific requirements. This efficient system not only enhances the shopping experience for consumers but also helps merchants foster customer loyalty.

Omnirobotic

Seed Round in 2018
Omnirobotic Inc. develops autonomous industrial robots aimed at addressing manpower shortages in manufacturing. Founded in 2016 and based in Laval, Canada, the company specializes in creating robots that utilize 3D vision and artificial intelligence to see, plan, and execute tasks on a variety of products without manual programming. Its flagship product, the Omnipainter, is a vision-guided robotic system designed to enhance flexibility, scalability, and customization in coating and painting applications. This technology enables the transformation of traditional industrial robots into autonomous systems suitable for high-mix, low-volume manufacturing, a sector larger than the existing industrial robot market. Omnirobotic installed its first autonomous robot in 2019, following seed funding received in late 2017.

Chef Jasper

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Chef Jasper operates a business focused on robotic automation in the food industry, specifically through the development of automated robotic kitchens. Based in Montreal, Canada, the company aims to enhance accessibility to gourmet food by utilizing advanced technologies such as robotics, artificial intelligence, and computer vision. Its robotic workstations are designed to prepare a wide variety of dishes using fresh ingredients, ensuring consistent quality at a lower cost. Targeting food restaurants and arenas, Chef Jasper's innovative approach allows for efficient meal preparation, contributing to the growing trend of small-scale automation in culinary practices. Founded in 2016, the company is committed to making quality food more accessible to consumers through its cutting-edge food kiosks.

MotorLeaf

Seed Round in 2018
MotorLeaf is an agriculture technology company based in Sutton, Canada, that specializes in providing hardware and software solutions for greenhouse growers. Founded in 2015, the company develops artificial intelligence tools designed to enhance greenhouse production through data-driven insights. Its offerings include a plug-and-play hardware system that allows users to control, monitor, and automate various aspects of their growing operations. Additionally, MotorLeaf provides an Operating System compatible with multiple devices, enabling offline and online access to essential data. The company employs advanced machine learning algorithms to optimize plant health and forecast harvests with significantly improved accuracy compared to traditional methods. MotorLeaf’s technology can reduce harvest forecasting errors by 50% to 70%, making it a valuable resource for commercial greenhouse operations seeking to maximize yield and minimize costs.

Unito

Seed Round in 2018
Unito Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Montréal, Canada, specializes in developing a project management integration tool that enhances collaboration across various teams and departments. The platform automatically synchronizes projects, tasks, and conversations between multiple work management applications, such as Trello, Asana, JIRA, GitHub, Wrike, Zendesk, and Hubspot. By allowing users to connect their existing tools without requiring them to learn new systems, Unito promotes seamless communication and improved workflow. The platform addresses the complexities of integrating disparate software applications, enabling businesses to boost productivity by minimizing the need to switch between different tools and providing flexible synchronization options for tasks and projects.

Algolux

Series A in 2018
Algolux is a Canadian AI software company specializing in advanced perception technology for vision systems across various sensor types and challenging conditions. Founded by a team of recognized researchers led by Dr. Felix Heide, Algolux develops machine learning tools that enhance the performance and safety of vision systems while reducing costs and time-to-market. Their flagship product, Eos, offers superior accuracy in complex scenarios, enabling advanced multi-sensor fusion and serving as a cost-effective alternative to Lidar when paired with depth-sensing cameras. Additionally, their Atlas solution automates camera tuning, streamlining the process of achieving optimal image quality for computer vision tasks. By leveraging deep perception technology and computational imaging, Algolux provides clients with improved capabilities in camera design and image processing, addressing challenges in various environments, including extreme lighting and adverse weather.

Stay22

Seed Round in 2018
Stay22 is a travel technology company that focuses on enhancing the accommodation experience for event attendees. It addresses the significant market for event-related lodging, which accounts for a substantial portion of the $295 billion annual spending on hotels and short-term rentals. By partnering with event organizers, Stay22 transforms the traditionally overlooked aspect of attendee accommodations into a potential revenue stream. The company utilizes advanced digital solutions, including artificial intelligence and machine learning, to streamline the booking process, allowing travelers to easily find accommodations that suit their needs and budgets. This innovative approach not only simplifies the travel experience but also empowers event organizers to monetize the travel intent of their audiences, ultimately improving the overall event experience for attendees.

Instant Financial

Series A in 2018
Instant Financial Inc. is a financial wellness platform based in Vancouver, Canada, with an additional location in Montreal. Founded in 2015, the company offers a mobile application that allows employees to access their earned pay immediately after each shift, enhancing their financial control without any associated fees. The platform integrates with existing human capital management and payroll systems, facilitating a real-time cash flow solution that boosts employee engagement and retention. In addition to providing immediate access to earned wages, the application allows users to manage their finances, view balances, and track purchases. Employers benefit from reduced payroll administration costs and improved employee satisfaction. Instant Financial also offers a prepaid MasterCard for online purchases, further enhancing the convenience for users.

Keatext

Seed Round in 2018
Keatext Inc. is a Montreal-based company founded in 2010 that offers a cloud-based solution designed to enhance business performance by analyzing customer feedback. Its primary product, Keatext, synthesizes unstructured data from various sources, including surveys, online reviews, chat logs, and social media, to provide actionable insights. This enables businesses to understand customer preferences and respond promptly to their needs. By delivering these insights on a comprehensive custom dashboard, Keatext helps organizations cultivate meaningful relationships with their customers and improve overall customer experience management.

xpertSea

Series A in 2018
XpertSea Solutions Inc. is a Canadian technology company focused on enhancing the aquaculture industry by providing innovative tools for counting and analyzing aquatic organisms. Established in 2009 and based in Quebec, XpertSea offers XperCount, a device that enables users to count, size, and image small aquatic organisms. The company also features a comprehensive platform that generates, stores, and analyzes data related to aquatic populations. By integrating smart aquaculture equipment with a farm management system, XpertSea delivers insights powered by artificial intelligence, helping farmers optimize feed efficiency, reduce environmental waste, and implement disease prevention measures. With a presence in over 50 countries, XpertSea connects shrimp buyers and farmers through a data-driven marketplace that facilitates secure transactions and promotes sustainable practices in seafood farming.

Unsplash

Series A in 2018
Unsplash, Inc. is a photography community platform founded in 2013 and based in Montreal, Canada. It offers a collection of high-resolution photographs that are freely available for various uses, supported by a community of users who share their images under the Unsplash License. The platform allows users to upload their photos, which are then curated by a team of photo editors to ensure quality. Unsplash aims to create an open creative ecosystem, providing individuals and businesses with access to copyright-free images that can be utilized for purposes such as album art, advertisements, and product design.

Busbud

Series B in 2018
Busbud, Inc. is an online platform that specializes in inter-city bus travel booking services. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, the company allows travelers to search, compare, and book bus tickets for various destinations both domestically and internationally. Busbud aggregates schedules, prices, and amenities from numerous bus operators, providing valuable travel information through its website and mobile application. Users can explore over 10,000 cities in 89 countries, with options available in multiple languages and currencies. The platform aims to enhance the travel experience by offering comprehensive details about bus services, including reviews and service classes, while ensuring customer support is available around the clock.

Wisk

Seed Round in 2018
Wisk Solutions Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in developing and selling software designed to manage alcoholic operations. Founded in 2014, Wisk's software facilitates inventory management, consumption analysis, product pricing, and the optimization of purchase orders. Its clients include a variety of establishments such as hotels, clubs, restaurants, and bars. The software aims to enhance operational efficiency by reducing the time required for inventory counting and data compilation, thereby providing users with a more accurate and precise inventory solution.

Soko

Seed Round in 2018
Developer of a marketing platform designed to offer a new source of revenue for publishers. The company's platform allows publishers to recapture some of the dollars being spent on social media websites by helping advertisers add custom audiences to their remarketing lists, enabling publishers to maximize the performance of their campaigns by targeting the right people.

Vention

Seed Round in 2018
Vention Inc. is a digital manufacturing platform based in Montreal, Canada, that specializes in the design and ordering of custom machines. Founded in 2016, the company offers a cloud-based solution called MachineBuilder 3D™, which allows engineers and manufacturing professionals to design, order, and assemble factory equipment quickly and efficiently. The platform features a comprehensive library of modular parts, enabling users to create automated equipment, robot cells, tooling, and conveyors. Additionally, Vention integrates artificial intelligence to facilitate the design process, allowing for the simulation and commissioning of automated systems within a single digital environment. By streamlining the machine design and ordering process, Vention makes industrial automation more accessible to a wider range of users.

Keatext

Seed Round in 2018
Keatext Inc. is a Montreal-based company founded in 2010 that offers a cloud-based solution designed to enhance business performance by analyzing customer feedback. Its primary product, Keatext, synthesizes unstructured data from various sources, including surveys, online reviews, chat logs, and social media, to provide actionable insights. This enables businesses to understand customer preferences and respond promptly to their needs. By delivering these insights on a comprehensive custom dashboard, Keatext helps organizations cultivate meaningful relationships with their customers and improve overall customer experience management.

Dcbel

Venture Round in 2018
dcbel's mission is to deliver energy that lets people live a life without compromise. dcbel™ (formerly known as Ossiaco) sits at the nexus of residential solar power, electric vehicle charging, the smart home, and customer-centric utilities. The dcbel team has a proven history of rethinking energy distribution for everything from large utility customers to distributed energy resource providers. dcbel's AI-driven sustainable technologies enable people to leverage solar energy to power their cars, their homes, and their lifestyles. dcbel has numerous worldwide patents in power electronics and power conversion and is backed by a number of globally respected investors.

Peerio

Seed Round in 2017
Peerio Inc. is a Montreal-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in employee communication software, offering messaging and file sharing services. The platform focuses on providing a secure and private workspace for teams, featuring real-time collaboration and secure cloud storage. Peerio emphasizes user privacy with its end-to-end encryption technology, which protects sensitive information from data breaches and unauthorized access. The software is utilized by major media organizations to safeguard confidential communications. Peerio's code is open-source and undergoes independent audits to ensure security and transparency. In 2019, Peerio became a subsidiary of WorkJam, Inc., further expanding its reach and capabilities in the realm of secure communication technologies.

SPARK Microsystems

Seed Round in 2017
SPARK Microsystems International Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company based in Montréal, Canada, specializing in ultra-low power wireless communication technologies for the Internet of Things. Founded in 2016, the company develops a wireless transceiver known as SPARK Radio, which is designed to provide reduced latency and extended battery life for short-range wireless communications. This technology enables devices to operate using energy harvesting techniques, significantly enhancing energy efficiency and performance. By leveraging patented innovations, SPARK Microsystems aims to deliver high-performance wireless solutions that outperform competing technologies in terms of power consumption and data rates, facilitating the advancement of battery-less operations in wireless devices.

Netlift

Seed Round in 2017
Netlift Inc. is a transportation service provider based in Montreal, Canada, founded in 2012. The company operates a mobile application that facilitates ride-sharing by matching passengers with drivers who have available seats in their vehicles. This service is designed to assist daily commuters by offering an efficient and cost-effective solution for traveling between home and work, while also integrating with the city's public transit network. Netlift's platform enhances mixed-mode commuting by proposing optimal route options that meet users' travel requirements, making it easier for individuals to connect and share rides.

Transit

Series A in 2017
Transit is a mobile app intended to help its users navigate their cities. Transit simplifies local travel in 125 cities worldwide. Upon launch, the bright, intuitive interface shows all nearby transportation options and departures. Users can plan trips, set reminders, and get notifications about disruptions. Plus, Transit also integrates other sustainable transport modes -- bike sharing, car sharing and Uber -- so users can determine the best way to get from A to B. With millions of active users in the US and Canada, Transit has emerged as the leading urban transit app in North America. The company is based in Montreal, Quebec.

Element AI

Series A in 2017
Element AI Inc. provides artificial intelligence solutions (AI) for organizations to identify opportunities to use artificial intelligence and machine learning and build AI solutions. It operates an AI as a Service (AIaaS) platform that enables businesses to launch and incubate AI solutions in partnership with large corporations. The company also operates a research and development laboratory that conducts research to deploy AI in computing infrastructure. It provides its products to insurance, banking and capital markets, manufacturing, logistics, retail, and consumer packaged goods industries. Element AI Inc. was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Montreal, Canada with an additional office in Toronto, Canada.

Automat

Series A in 2017
Automat.ai is a Canadian company that specializes in developing a platform for brands and influencers to engage with their customers, fans, and employees through mobile messaging and artificial intelligence. Based in Montreal, Automat employs chatbot technology to create personalized messaging experiences that significantly enhance customer interactions compared to traditional digital marketing methods. The company's focus on security, data privacy, scalability, and robust functionality sets it apart from other vendors, allowing businesses to better understand and serve their customers. By leveraging AI, Automat aims to facilitate meaningful one-on-one conversations, enabling companies to deliver tailored communication that meets the unique needs of each individual.

Instant Financial

Seed Round in 2017
Instant Financial Inc. is a financial wellness platform based in Vancouver, Canada, with an additional location in Montreal. Founded in 2015, the company offers a mobile application that allows employees to access their earned pay immediately after each shift, enhancing their financial control without any associated fees. The platform integrates with existing human capital management and payroll systems, facilitating a real-time cash flow solution that boosts employee engagement and retention. In addition to providing immediate access to earned wages, the application allows users to manage their finances, view balances, and track purchases. Employers benefit from reduced payroll administration costs and improved employee satisfaction. Instant Financial also offers a prepaid MasterCard for online purchases, further enhancing the convenience for users.

Lexop

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Lexop Solutions Inc. is a Montreal-based company that specializes in developing software to automate account collection and legal communication. The company provides a platform that streamlines the debt collection process, allowing account collection teams to enhance customer outreach, optimize payment experiences, and improve collection rates. Lexop's technology enables property managers and landowners to effectively communicate with tenants, manage notifications, and schedule administrative tasks. Additionally, it offers law firms the capability to electronically serve and share legal documents, as well as tools for document collection and e-signatures. Founded in 2012, Lexop has gained recognition for its customer-centric approach to collections, participating in prestigious accelerator programs and receiving multiple awards for its innovative solutions.

Bus.com

Series A in 2017
Bus.com is a bus rental platform that allows its clients to plan and book group transportation online. Its web app makes it easy to organize, book, join and enjoy bus trips. T The company was founded by travel industry veterans and built with startup hustle. Its headquarters is located at Montreal, Quebec.

Vention

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Vention Inc. is a digital manufacturing platform based in Montreal, Canada, that specializes in the design and ordering of custom machines. Founded in 2016, the company offers a cloud-based solution called MachineBuilder 3D™, which allows engineers and manufacturing professionals to design, order, and assemble factory equipment quickly and efficiently. The platform features a comprehensive library of modular parts, enabling users to create automated equipment, robot cells, tooling, and conveyors. Additionally, Vention integrates artificial intelligence to facilitate the design process, allowing for the simulation and commissioning of automated systems within a single digital environment. By streamlining the machine design and ordering process, Vention makes industrial automation more accessible to a wider range of users.

Sollum

Series A in 2017
Sollum Technologies Inc. designs and manufactures lighting systems. Its lighting systems include LED hardware and programmable platform to provide the right light at various stages of crop growth; and a natural circadian rhythm to animals. The company was incorporated in 2015 and is based in Montreal, Canada.

Oohlala Mobile

Series A in 2016
Ready Education's mission is to help higher ed institutions improve the student experience. Their product extends to all aspects of student life, and strives to reduce the complexity of campus life into a simplified user experience that facilitates student success. As an education technology company, their mission is to provide both a valuable product to students and insightful data for administrators to improve efficacy. Their vision is shared by 350+ institutions they partner with across the world, each of whom has worked alongside us and helped us craft the best experience possible for students.

Oohlala Mobile

Series A in 2016
Ready Education's mission is to help higher ed institutions improve the student experience. Their product extends to all aspects of student life, and strives to reduce the complexity of campus life into a simplified user experience that facilitates student success. As an education technology company, their mission is to provide both a valuable product to students and insightful data for administrators to improve efficacy. Their vision is shared by 350+ institutions they partner with across the world, each of whom has worked alongside us and helped us craft the best experience possible for students.

Delve Labs

Seed Round in 2016
Delve Laboratories, Inc. is a cybersecurity company based in Montreal, Canada, founded in 2014. It specializes in developing vulnerability assessment and management solutions aimed at enhancing the efficiency of cybersecurity and IT teams. The company offers a unified platform that automates key processes such as asset discovery, vulnerability scanning, identification, prioritization, and remediation. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Delve's solutions prioritize vulnerabilities in a contextual manner, allowing organizations to focus their remediation efforts effectively. This approach reduces the manual workload typically associated with vulnerability management, streamlining operations and minimizing risk. Delve Laboratories operates as a subsidiary of SecureWorks Corp.

Breather

Series C in 2016
Breather Products Inc. is a provider of on-demand private workspaces designed for productivity, allowing clients to reserve and unlock spaces through its web and mobile applications. Founded in 2012 and based in Montreal, Canada, the company has established a network of hundreds of locations across major cities, including New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Boston, Chicago, Washington, Toronto, Montreal, and London. Breather offers flexible workspace solutions available by the hour, day, or month, catering to businesses seeking comfortable and private environments. Each space is equipped with technology that facilitates seamless work experiences, enabling users to engage in meetings or video conferences without delay.

Transit

Seed Round in 2016
Transit is a mobile app intended to help its users navigate their cities. Transit simplifies local travel in 125 cities worldwide. Upon launch, the bright, intuitive interface shows all nearby transportation options and departures. Users can plan trips, set reminders, and get notifications about disruptions. Plus, Transit also integrates other sustainable transport modes -- bike sharing, car sharing and Uber -- so users can determine the best way to get from A to B. With millions of active users in the US and Canada, Transit has emerged as the leading urban transit app in North America. The company is based in Montreal, Quebec.

OMsignal

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

Paper

Seed Round in 2016
Improve student achievement and teacher effectiveness with the leading Educational Support System. Leading school districts make Paper part of their strategic plan. Whether you need to support a high ELL population, improve math/English proficiency, reduce teacher turnover, or address opportunity gaps in a diverse socio-economic community, Paper helps you reach your district goals. Educational Equity Like Never Before Paper is the first comprehensive Educational Support System (ESS) featuring live help and writing feedback for students paired with real-time feedback and intervention tools for teachers.

Smooch

Seed Round in 2016
Smooch Technologies Inc. develops a cloud messaging platform for SMB and enterprise clients. The company offers a unified multi-channel messaging solution that allows startups and companies around the world to engage with customers from messaging apps, SMS, Websites, and mobile apps. Its features include cross-channel messaging, live Web messaging, in-app messaging, social messaging, programmable SMS, rich messaging, messaging developer API, chatbot connectors, and integrations. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Montreal, Canada. As of May 14, 2019, Smooch Technologies Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Zendesk, Inc.

Automat

Seed Round in 2016
Automat.ai is a Canadian company that specializes in developing a platform for brands and influencers to engage with their customers, fans, and employees through mobile messaging and artificial intelligence. Based in Montreal, Automat employs chatbot technology to create personalized messaging experiences that significantly enhance customer interactions compared to traditional digital marketing methods. The company's focus on security, data privacy, scalability, and robust functionality sets it apart from other vendors, allowing businesses to better understand and serve their customers. By leveraging AI, Automat aims to facilitate meaningful one-on-one conversations, enabling companies to deliver tailored communication that meets the unique needs of each individual.

MotorLeaf

Pre Seed Round in 2016
MotorLeaf is an agriculture technology company based in Sutton, Canada, that specializes in providing hardware and software solutions for greenhouse growers. Founded in 2015, the company develops artificial intelligence tools designed to enhance greenhouse production through data-driven insights. Its offerings include a plug-and-play hardware system that allows users to control, monitor, and automate various aspects of their growing operations. Additionally, MotorLeaf provides an Operating System compatible with multiple devices, enabling offline and online access to essential data. The company employs advanced machine learning algorithms to optimize plant health and forecast harvests with significantly improved accuracy compared to traditional methods. MotorLeaf’s technology can reduce harvest forecasting errors by 50% to 70%, making it a valuable resource for commercial greenhouse operations seeking to maximize yield and minimize costs.

AmpMe

Series A in 2016
AmpMe is a music application that allows users to create a synchronized multi-speaker setup using their smartphones. The app enables individuals to play music in perfect sync across multiple devices, effectively transforming smartphones and Bluetooth speakers into a powerful sound system. Users can host or join parties by sharing a party code, allowing friends to connect their devices and become part of the audio experience. The host can select songs, artists, albums, or playlists, and once playback begins, synchronization occurs automatically. AmpMe is compatible with both Android and iOS devices, as well as various Bluetooth speakers, and currently integrates music from platforms like SoundCloud, with plans for additional services in the future. This innovative approach makes it easy to enhance social gatherings with amplified sound.

Immunio

Series A in 2016
Immunio is a developer of a real-time web security platform that provides automatic detection and protection against application security vulnerabilities. The platform is designed to help companies efficiently release software into production while minimizing risks associated with security threats. By offering timely alerts for significant security events, Immunio enables developers and IT operations teams to block attacks in real time. Additionally, it provides insights into the nature of vulnerabilities, the methods used to mitigate them, and the necessary steps to address any identified issues, thus enhancing overall application security.

Unito

Seed Round in 2016
Unito Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Montréal, Canada, specializes in developing a project management integration tool that enhances collaboration across various teams and departments. The platform automatically synchronizes projects, tasks, and conversations between multiple work management applications, such as Trello, Asana, JIRA, GitHub, Wrike, Zendesk, and Hubspot. By allowing users to connect their existing tools without requiring them to learn new systems, Unito promotes seamless communication and improved workflow. The platform addresses the complexities of integrating disparate software applications, enabling businesses to boost productivity by minimizing the need to switch between different tools and providing flexible synchronization options for tasks and projects.

Bus.com

Seed Round in 2016
Bus.com is a bus rental platform that allows its clients to plan and book group transportation online. Its web app makes it easy to organize, book, join and enjoy bus trips. T The company was founded by travel industry veterans and built with startup hustle. Its headquarters is located at Montreal, Quebec.

Algolux

Convertible Note in 2016
Algolux is a Canadian AI software company specializing in advanced perception technology for vision systems across various sensor types and challenging conditions. Founded by a team of recognized researchers led by Dr. Felix Heide, Algolux develops machine learning tools that enhance the performance and safety of vision systems while reducing costs and time-to-market. Their flagship product, Eos, offers superior accuracy in complex scenarios, enabling advanced multi-sensor fusion and serving as a cost-effective alternative to Lidar when paired with depth-sensing cameras. Additionally, their Atlas solution automates camera tuning, streamlining the process of achieving optimal image quality for computer vision tasks. By leveraging deep perception technology and computational imaging, Algolux provides clients with improved capabilities in camera design and image processing, addressing challenges in various environments, including extreme lighting and adverse weather.

Instant Financial

Seed Round in 2016
Instant Financial Inc. is a financial wellness platform based in Vancouver, Canada, with an additional location in Montreal. Founded in 2015, the company offers a mobile application that allows employees to access their earned pay immediately after each shift, enhancing their financial control without any associated fees. The platform integrates with existing human capital management and payroll systems, facilitating a real-time cash flow solution that boosts employee engagement and retention. In addition to providing immediate access to earned wages, the application allows users to manage their finances, view balances, and track purchases. Employers benefit from reduced payroll administration costs and improved employee satisfaction. Instant Financial also offers a prepaid MasterCard for online purchases, further enhancing the convenience for users.
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