Nouveau Monde Graphite
Post in 2024
Nouveau Monde Graphite Inc. is a mineral exploration company focused on the acquisition, exploration, evaluation, and development of graphite properties in Quebec, Canada. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Saint-Michel-des-Saints, the company owns the Matawinie property, which consists of 319 mining claims covering 17,585 hectares located north of Montreal. Nouveau Monde Graphite is dedicated to developing a natural graphite-based anode material aimed at supplying the lithium-ion battery industry, thereby targeting the growing North American market for battery-grade materials. The company emphasizes environmentally responsible practices in its operations, aligning with the increasing demand for sustainable and low-impact sources of natural graphite for battery manufacturers. Its projects include the Matawinie Mine and the Battery Material Plant, positioning Nouveau Monde Graphite as a key player in the green energy transition.
Theratechnologies
Post in 2024
Theratechnologies Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapeutic products primarily for HIV patients. Founded in 1993 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, the company utilizes proprietary technologies such as Long Acting Peptides to enhance the stability of therapeutic proteins. Its lead product, tesamorelin, has completed phase III clinical trials for HIV-associated lipodystrophy and is undergoing phase II trials for mild cognitive impairment and growth hormone deficient abdominal obesity. Theratechnologies also has a preclinical product for acute kidney injury. The company markets two approved products: EGRIFTA in Canada and the United States, and Trogarzo, which is also approved for the U.S. market. It engages in various collaborations and licensing agreements, including partnerships with PDC Biotech GmbH and EMD Serono, to address additional medical needs related to HIV. The company's primary revenue source comes from RxCrossroads, a U.S.-based customer.
Founded in 2020, Nurau is headquartered in Montreal, Canada. It develops a managerial platform that uses artificial intelligence to provide insights into employee needs and engagement levels, aiming to improve overall organizational performance.
Epitopea
Seed Round in 2024
Epitopea is a transatlantic biotechnology company focused on developing immunotherapies that target a novel class of tumor‑specific antigens. Using a proprietary pipeline that combines immunopetidomics, mass spectrometry, genomics and bioinformatics, the company identifies conserved, aberrantly expressed antigens hidden in cancer’s ‘junk’ DNA. These Cryptigen TSAs are shared across patients with the same cancer indication, allowing therapies to selectively eliminate malignant cells while sparing healthy tissue, with the goal of providing durable, low‑side‑effect treatments.
LeddarTech develops advanced detection and ranging systems using infrared LEDs and algorithms. It offers off-the-shelf smart sensor modules for various applications such as traffic management, autonomous vehicles, smart homes, and agriculture. The company provides interconnected sensor solutions for infrastructure, pollution monitoring, mobility, and traffic management in cities.
Cultures Gen V
Venture Round in 2024
Cultures Gen V is a producer of diversified greenhouse vegetables, operating primarily in Quebec, Ontario, and the United States. The company focuses on cultivating a variety of conventional and organic produce, including lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, and mini cucumbers. Committed to sustainable practices, Cultures Gen V emphasizes respect for both people and the environment in its operations.
LeddarTech develops advanced detection and ranging systems using infrared LEDs and algorithms. It offers off-the-shelf smart sensor modules for various applications such as traffic management, autonomous vehicles, smart homes, and agriculture. The company provides interconnected sensor solutions for infrastructure, pollution monitoring, mobility, and traffic management in cities.
Cycle Momentum
Grant in 2023
Cycle Momentum is a Montreal-based accelerator established in 2014 that focuses on supporting cleantech startups. It is dedicated to working with entrepreneurs who develop and commercialize innovative clean technologies, aiming to cultivate globally competitive companies. The accelerator provides a tailored program that includes training workshops, networking opportunities, and access to experienced mentors. Additionally, Cycle Momentum connects these startups with investors to enhance their growth potential. By concentrating on seed-stage, early-stage, and later-stage companies, particularly in B2B, commercial transportation, energy, and cleantech sectors, Cycle Momentum plays a crucial role in fostering the development of promising Canadian ventures in the clean technology arena.
Local Logic
Series B in 2023
Local Logic is a location intelligence platform based in Montreal, Quebec, that focuses on digitizing the built environment to make location data understandable and actionable for various stakeholders, including consumers, investors, developers, and governments. The platform harnesses artificial intelligence, geospatial data, and user-generated information to offer insights into lifestyle and location characteristics. With proprietary insights derived from over 75 billion data points, Local Logic provides predictive and precise analytics that inform decision-making in the real estate sector, which impacts the vast real estate market in the US and Canada. The company's services cater to commercial real estate, urban planning, and other location-based industries, assisting major developers and investors in shaping sustainable and equitable urban environments.
Founded in 2015, MY01 specializes in developing digital medical devices for accurate real-time muscle pressure measurement. Its flagship product is designed to enhance the diagnosis of Acute Compartment Syndrome (ACS) by providing timely and precise measurements.
FemTherapeutics
Seed Round in 2023
FemTherapeutics is a Montreal-based medical device company dedicated to personalizing therapeutics in women’s health. It uses artificial intelligence and patient data to design customized gynecological prosthetics, initially focusing on improving the management of Pelvic Floor Disorders.
Equisoft
Private Equity Round in 2023
Equisoft Inc. is a global provider of innovative digital solutions tailored for the life insurance and wealth management industries. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with an additional office in Sydney, Australia, the company specializes in delivering a comprehensive ecosystem of services. Its offerings include SaaS policy administration, customer relationship management, financial planning tools, and solutions for asset allocation and portfolio analysis. Equisoft also provides financial advisors with tools for wealth management proposals, as well as software for quotes, illustrations, and agency management systems. The company is recognized as a leading partner for Oracle's insurance policy administration platform, leveraging extensive expertise in data migration and integration. Through its diverse range of services, Equisoft aims to empower clients to navigate the complexities of digital transformation in the financial sector.
NorthStar Earth & Space
Series C in 2023
NorthStar Earth & Space provides a global environmental information platform built on satellite-based earth observation and space object tracking. The company collects and analyzes surface chemistry data to deliver earth observation information across forestry, environment and water, agriculture, energy and natural resources, and urban planning, including forest monitoring, water security, crop management, resource exploration, and land-use insights. It also tracks and catalogs resident space objects to deliver precise collision warnings, space object identification, and de-orbit change detection, supporting safe operations and scientific research. Founded in 2015 and based in Montreal, the company aims to enable sustainable management of Earth's natural resources through data-driven analytics and timely information for decision making across industries.
Prompt is a non-profit organization based in Montreal, Canada, dedicated to enhancing research and development capabilities within the information and communications technology (ICT) sector. By facilitating business alliances, Prompt supports Quebec-based companies and institutional projects through its AI innovations grant program. The organization funds a wide range of initiatives in both software and hardware development, focusing on areas such as cybersecurity, optics-photonics and microelectronics, wireless technologies, artificial intelligence, big data, the Internet of Things (IoT), intelligent transportation, immersive technologies and virtual reality, as well as media technologies. Through these efforts, Prompt aims to foster innovation and collaboration in the ICT market.
FTEX is a Montreal-based developer of next-generation smart, connected drive systems for light electric vehicles. The company provides the electronics, software and applications that control vehicle motors, all connected in real time over cellular networks to FTEX's cloud platform. Its EVionics mobile operating system enables features such as location tracking, diagnostics, security, remote locking, collision detection, service and theft insurance. FTEX aims to accelerate adoption of personal electric vehicles by delivering smart motor controllers that enhance performance, range and user experience through novel technology and standards.
FemTherapeutics
Grant in 2022
FemTherapeutics is a Montreal-based medical device company dedicated to personalizing therapeutics in women’s health. It uses artificial intelligence and patient data to design customized gynecological prosthetics, initially focusing on improving the management of Pelvic Floor Disorders.
Potloc Inc. is a Montreal-based company that operates an online consumer insights platform, which was founded in 2014. The platform specializes in providing businesses with market insights through various survey methodologies, including web panels, phone surveys, and geo-targeted surveys utilizing social networks. This innovative approach allows Potloc to gather authentic consumer feedback and data on purchasing habits, helping companies predict customer retention and acquisition. Trusted by numerous leading brands and organizations, Potloc's platform enables retailers and businesses to effectively connect with their target audiences globally. With offices in Toronto, Paris, and Geneva, Potloc has established itself as a key player in the market research industry, delivering high-quality data insights that meet the specific needs of its clients.
WeCook - Repas WeCook
Series C in 2022
Founded in 2013, WeCook Meals (formerly Nutrition Fit Plus) is a leader in home meal delivery, offering a wide range of tasty, balanced and personalized healthy meals made with fresh produce and meat, and healthy snacks. Subscribers can order from a diversified weekly menu. The Dorval-based company has over 450 employees serving Québec and Ontario.
Talent.com
Series B in 2022
Talent.com is a platform that centralizes jobs available on companies' career websites, staffing agencies, or job boards. The company was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
Produits métalliques A.T. inc. (Les)
Debt Financing in 2022
Founded in 1973, Les Produits métalliques A.T. is a Matane-based manufacturer specializing in snow removal equipment for customers in Eastern Canada. The company employs approximately 40 individuals and offers a range of products, including snow scratchers, spreaders, and harnesses, as well as gravel dumpsters and trailers. These machines are designed to aid in the efficient removal of snow, gravel, and other materials from roadways, contributing to improved safety and accessibility during winter conditions.
Founded in Quebec City, Canada in 2015, Prehos is a technology company dedicated to enhancing patient care through innovative solutions for paramedical and extra-hospital services. Its platform optimizes prehospital care tasks by integrating cartography, real-time traffic conditions, and emergency department status.
LeddarTech
Series D in 2022
LeddarTech develops advanced detection and ranging systems using infrared LEDs and algorithms. It offers off-the-shelf smart sensor modules for various applications such as traffic management, autonomous vehicles, smart homes, and agriculture. The company provides interconnected sensor solutions for infrastructure, pollution monitoring, mobility, and traffic management in cities.
RenoRun Inc. is a construction materials delivery company that caters to the needs of the construction industry. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, the company offers a wide range of products, including beams, bricks, and concrete mixes. RenoRun has developed a mobile-friendly platform that allows general contractors to place orders easily, streamlining the process of procuring materials. This innovative service minimizes wasted time and effort for contractors by providing efficient delivery directly to job sites, with trained runners ensuring timely collection and drop-off of materials. In addition to its Montreal headquarters, RenoRun operates in Toronto, Canada, and Austin, Texas, positioning itself as a significant player in the construction supply market.
Sonoscope
Funding Round in 2021
Sonoscope, founded in 2010 and based in Quebec, Canada, specializes in the development of innovative medical technologies and devices, particularly in the field of ultrasound equipment for critical care settings. The company focuses on creating next-generation monitoring devices that enhance point-of-care ultrasound applications in resuscitation and acute care medicine. By enabling clinicians to deliver rapid diagnoses and immediate treatment, Sonoscope aims to improve patient outcomes while reducing in-patient costs. In addition to its technological advancements, Sonoscope also provides medical training through its program, "echo guided life support," to further support the effective implementation of its innovations in the healthcare sector.
Scandium Canada
Grant in 2021
Scandium Canada is a Canadian mineral exploration company focused on discovering and developing deposits of copper-zinc, gold, and technology metals across various projects in Canada.
Explorance
Venture Round in 2021
Explorance empowers organizations worldwide with Journey Analytics solutions. It specializes in gathering and analyzing feedback from students and employees to drive informed decisions and improve experiences. With products like Blue suite for feedback collection and analysis, and Metrics That Matter for learning effectiveness, Explorance serves over 750 clients across 45 countries, including Fortune 100 companies and top higher education institutions.
Booxi is a Montreal-based retail technology company that specializes in appointment booking software tailored for retailers. Its platform enhances the customer experience by simplifying appointment scheduling and management. Booxi's software includes features such as Customer Relationship Management (CRM), online payment processing, and staff calendar management, allowing businesses to efficiently manage their operations related to events and appointments. By streamlining these processes, Booxi enables retailers to focus on improving service delivery and customer satisfaction.
Oxio is a connectivity platform based in Quebec, Canada, that was founded in 2017 by Marc-André Campagna and Francis Careau. The company operates as an internet service provider, offering customized internet packages designed to meet the diverse needs of its users. Oxio provides services with no contracts, including free installation, stable internet speeds, and the provision of necessary equipment such as modems and routers. By focusing on affordability and flexibility, Oxio aims to change the way individuals connect with their internet service provider, enhancing the overall customer experience in the telecommunications sector.
AlayaCare
Series D in 2021
AlayaCare is a start-up based in Montréal, Quebec, that offers a comprehensive home health care software platform and hardware ecosystem. Founded in 2014 by Adrian Schauer and Neil Grunberg, the company aims to modernize the home care industry, which often relies on outdated software and inefficient processes. AlayaCare's platform integrates various functions, including planning, clinical documentation, remote patient monitoring, and mobile care worker capabilities, enabling home care agencies to operate more effectively and efficiently. By providing mixed telehealth and in-person health solutions, AlayaCare empowers patients to improve their quality of life while simultaneously reducing care costs. The company promotes an open culture that encourages team members to voice dissent while maintaining a focus on overarching goals. Additionally, AlayaCare collaborates with NGOs in the developing world, offering its solution at no cost to enhance mobile technology's impact on underserved communities.
Visao is a prominent Quebec-based company that specializes in delivering advanced sales and marketing solutions for manufacturers. Its innovative platform transforms computer-aided design (CAD) files into interactive three-dimensional and augmented reality models, significantly enhancing the way manufacturers present their products. By enabling manufacturers to showcase their offerings through immersive experiences, Visao allows customers to interact with products in a highly personalized manner, facilitating a deeper understanding of their dimensions and configurations. This technology accelerates the sales process by providing an engaging alternative to traditional images and videos. Committed to exceptional client satisfaction, Visao offers outstanding customer service and support, empowering manufacturers with the necessary tools to thrive in a competitive market. Through its cutting-edge solutions, Visao is poised to revolutionize the manufacturing industry's approach to product marketing.
Microbrasserie Le Bockale
Venture Round in 2020
Microbrasserie Le Bockale, established in 2014 and located in Drummondville, Canada, specializes in the production and sale of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beers. The microbrewery is known for its diverse selection of flavorful and innovative beverages, including a variety of non-alcoholic options aimed at consumers seeking alternatives to traditional beers. In addition to its beer offerings, Le Bockale also crafts mocktail syrups, enhancing its product range and catering to a broad audience. The company emphasizes quality and creativity in its brewing process, making it a notable player in the craft beverage market.
Zetane Systems
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Zetane Systems is a Montreal-based software company specializing in commercial applications of artificial intelligence (AI). It offers a proprietary AI development engine that provides a visual, intuitive, and collaborative environment for businesses to build AI solutions. The company aims to make AI development more accessible, explain complex neural networks, increase stakeholder buy-in, reduce time to market, and mitigate risks prior to deployment. Additionally, Zetane Systems offers consulting services to facilitate the adoption of AI in diverse industries.
Geomega Resources
Debt Financing in 2020
GéoMégA, which owns 100% of both the Montviel lanthanides/niobium project and the Anik gold exploration project, is a mineral exploration and development company focused on the discovery and sustainable development of economic deposits in Québec. GéoMégA is committed to meeting Canadian mining industry standards and distinguishing itself with its innovative engineering, stakeholder’s engagement and its dedication to local transformation benefits.
Founded in 2006, Effenco is an autotech company specializing in heavy-duty vehicle electrification. Headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with operations in the U.S. and Europe, it develops Active-Stop-Start electric hybrid technology for vocational trucks. This system improves energy efficiency by 30% and reduces greenhouse gas emissions when vehicles are stationary.
Breathe Life
Series A in 2020
Breathe Life Inc. is a Montreal-based company established in 2017 that specializes in providing a software platform for the life insurance industry. This enterprise Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution facilitates the digital distribution of life insurance policies, effectively removing the need for brokers. Breathe Life's platform enables insurers, distribution organizations, and advisors to enhance business operations by streamlining the policy delivery process and lowering operational costs. With features that allow consumers to create quotes and complete applications in a single session, the platform empowers users to independently purchase financial security products. Overall, Breathe Life aims to modernize and optimize how insurance companies engage with clients and manage their offerings.
Dose Juices
Debt Financing in 2020
Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Saint-Hyacinthe, Dose Juices specializes in the production and distribution of cold-pressed juices, organic smoothies, and nut milks. The company markets its products through leading supermarket chains in Québec and Ontario, as well as through online channels. With a commitment to providing natural and healthy beverage options, Dose Juices aims to offer these products at competitive prices, making them accessible to a broader audience. The company employs approximately 30 individuals dedicated to its operations.
Nesto Inc. is a Montreal-based mortgage broker founded in 2017. The company focuses on providing financial and mortgage advice, covering various aspects of property-related lending, including help-to-buy, buy-to-let, and affordable housing schemes. Nesto aims to deliver a transparent and empowering property financing experience by utilizing advanced technology to quickly screen the market for affordable mortgage options. Its commission-free experts offer unbiased support throughout the entire process, helping homebuyers make informed financing and property decisions. Through its innovative approach, Nesto seeks to simplify the mortgage process from start to finish.
Hopper
Venture Round in 2020
Founded in 2007, Hopper is a Montreal-based company that develops a mobile application using big data to predict and analyze airfares and accommodations. It provides travel recommendations and notifies users when prices are at their predicted lowest points.
Nouveau Monde Graphite
Debt Financing in 2020
Nouveau Monde Graphite Inc. is a mineral exploration company focused on the acquisition, exploration, evaluation, and development of graphite properties in Quebec, Canada. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Saint-Michel-des-Saints, the company owns the Matawinie property, which consists of 319 mining claims covering 17,585 hectares located north of Montreal. Nouveau Monde Graphite is dedicated to developing a natural graphite-based anode material aimed at supplying the lithium-ion battery industry, thereby targeting the growing North American market for battery-grade materials. The company emphasizes environmentally responsible practices in its operations, aligning with the increasing demand for sustainable and low-impact sources of natural graphite for battery manufacturers. Its projects include the Matawinie Mine and the Battery Material Plant, positioning Nouveau Monde Graphite as a key player in the green energy transition.
Medicago Inc. is a biotechnology company headquartered in Quebec City, Canada, specializing in the research, development, and commercialization of vaccines. The company employs proprietary plant-based manufacturing and virus-like particle (VLP) technologies to create innovative vaccines and therapeutics for infectious diseases. Its notable product candidates include a VLP vaccine for the H5N1 pandemic influenza, which has successfully completed Phase I clinical trials, as well as an H1N1 VLP vaccine aimed at the Influenza A/California/04/09 virus and various seasonal influenza vaccines. Medicago has established collaboration agreements with organizations such as Viridis S.A. and Genopole biopark for the production of pandemic and seasonal influenza vaccines, alongside a partnership with Philip Morris International for developing a therapeutic protein with a human-compatible glycosylation pattern. Founded in 1997, Medicago is dedicated to addressing emerging public health challenges through its advanced vaccine technologies.
Geomega Resources
Post in 2020
GéoMégA, which owns 100% of both the Montviel lanthanides/niobium project and the Anik gold exploration project, is a mineral exploration and development company focused on the discovery and sustainable development of economic deposits in Québec. GéoMégA is committed to meeting Canadian mining industry standards and distinguishing itself with its innovative engineering, stakeholder’s engagement and its dedication to local transformation benefits.
WeCook - Repas WeCook
Venture Round in 2020
Founded in 2013, WeCook Meals (formerly Nutrition Fit Plus) is a leader in home meal delivery, offering a wide range of tasty, balanced and personalized healthy meals made with fresh produce and meat, and healthy snacks. Subscribers can order from a diversified weekly menu. The Dorval-based company has over 450 employees serving Québec and Ontario.
AlayaCare
Series C in 2020
AlayaCare is a start-up based in Montréal, Quebec, that offers a comprehensive home health care software platform and hardware ecosystem. Founded in 2014 by Adrian Schauer and Neil Grunberg, the company aims to modernize the home care industry, which often relies on outdated software and inefficient processes. AlayaCare's platform integrates various functions, including planning, clinical documentation, remote patient monitoring, and mobile care worker capabilities, enabling home care agencies to operate more effectively and efficiently. By providing mixed telehealth and in-person health solutions, AlayaCare empowers patients to improve their quality of life while simultaneously reducing care costs. The company promotes an open culture that encourages team members to voice dissent while maintaining a focus on overarching goals. Additionally, AlayaCare collaborates with NGOs in the developing world, offering its solution at no cost to enhance mobile technology's impact on underserved communities.
H2O Innovation
Post in 2019
H2O Innovation Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in integrated water treatment solutions utilizing membrane filtration technology. It operates through three primary segments: Water Technologies and Services, Specialty Products, and Operation and Maintenance Services. The Water Technologies and Services segment focuses on providing systems for drinking and industrial process water, as well as water reclamation, desalination, and wastewater treatment. The company also manufactures and supplies a range of membrane filtration systems, spare parts, and specialty reverse osmosis chemicals. Its Specialty Products segment includes a variety of consumables, such as membrane cleaners and coagulants, alongside maple syrup production equipment. The Operation and Maintenance Services segment offers public works services, construction for water infrastructure, and containerized treatment systems. Additionally, H2O Innovation provides technical support and software solutions for monitoring water treatment processes. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Quebec City, the company has established itself as a leader in the water treatment industry, continuously expanding its market presence.
Stradigi AI
Series A in 2019
Founded in Montreal in 2005, Stradigi AI develops an AI-based SaaS platform that accelerates time-to-value for data-driven decisions across all business functions. Its Kepler AI business platform enables business users to access automated machine learning workflows, creating a project lifecycle that speeds and scales AI deployment.
Pit Caribou
Venture Round in 2019
Pit Caribou is a microbrewery founded in 2007, located in L'Anse à Beaufils on the Gaspé Peninsula in Quebec. The brewery focuses on crafting quality beers by utilizing local resources from the Gaspé region. It offers a diverse selection of wheat and red beers in various flavors, catering to a wide range of customer preferences. In addition to its production facilities, Pit Caribou operates pubs in Percé and Montreal, where patrons can enjoy their offerings. The company also features a shop for customers to purchase bottled products and a patio that allows visitors to savor their beers by the sea. Currently, Pit Caribou employs 37 people.
Potloc Inc. is a Montreal-based company that operates an online consumer insights platform, which was founded in 2014. The platform specializes in providing businesses with market insights through various survey methodologies, including web panels, phone surveys, and geo-targeted surveys utilizing social networks. This innovative approach allows Potloc to gather authentic consumer feedback and data on purchasing habits, helping companies predict customer retention and acquisition. Trusted by numerous leading brands and organizations, Potloc's platform enables retailers and businesses to effectively connect with their target audiences globally. With offices in Toronto, Paris, and Geneva, Potloc has established itself as a key player in the market research industry, delivering high-quality data insights that meet the specific needs of its clients.
AlayaCare
Series C in 2019
AlayaCare is a start-up based in Montréal, Quebec, that offers a comprehensive home health care software platform and hardware ecosystem. Founded in 2014 by Adrian Schauer and Neil Grunberg, the company aims to modernize the home care industry, which often relies on outdated software and inefficient processes. AlayaCare's platform integrates various functions, including planning, clinical documentation, remote patient monitoring, and mobile care worker capabilities, enabling home care agencies to operate more effectively and efficiently. By providing mixed telehealth and in-person health solutions, AlayaCare empowers patients to improve their quality of life while simultaneously reducing care costs. The company promotes an open culture that encourages team members to voice dissent while maintaining a focus on overarching goals. Additionally, AlayaCare collaborates with NGOs in the developing world, offering its solution at no cost to enhance mobile technology's impact on underserved communities.
Founded in Quebec City, Canada in 2015, Prehos is a technology company dedicated to enhancing patient care through innovative solutions for paramedical and extra-hospital services. Its platform optimizes prehospital care tasks by integrating cartography, real-time traffic conditions, and emergency department status.
Alethia Biotherapeutics
Debt Financing in 2019
Alethia Biotherapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Montreal, Canada, founded in 2002. It specializes in the discovery and development of monoclonal antibody-based therapeutics aimed at treating various forms of cancer, particularly focusing on cancer-associated epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition, ovarian cancer, and cancer-induced bone loss. The company's product portfolio includes Isogranulatimide, a G2 checkpoint inhibitor that enhances the effectiveness of DNA-damaging chemotherapy agents; sCLU, a glycoprotein linked to multiple malignancies; AB-0447, which targets a specific antigen prevalent in over eighty-five percent of ovarian cancer cases; and AB-0440, a protein involved in osteoclast differentiation associated with bone loss. Alethia Biotherapeutics employs patented STAR discovery technology to develop therapeutics that address clinically relevant disease-specific targets, thereby aiding healthcare professionals in managing cancer and its complications.
Enerkem
Corporate Round in 2019
Enerkem transforms non-recyclable waste into renewable biofuels and chemicals. Its proprietary thermochemical process converts municipal solid waste into biofuels like ethanol, addressing oil dependence and waste disposal challenges.
Nouveau Monde Graphite
Debt Financing in 2018
Nouveau Monde Graphite Inc. is a mineral exploration company focused on the acquisition, exploration, evaluation, and development of graphite properties in Quebec, Canada. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Saint-Michel-des-Saints, the company owns the Matawinie property, which consists of 319 mining claims covering 17,585 hectares located north of Montreal. Nouveau Monde Graphite is dedicated to developing a natural graphite-based anode material aimed at supplying the lithium-ion battery industry, thereby targeting the growing North American market for battery-grade materials. The company emphasizes environmentally responsible practices in its operations, aligning with the increasing demand for sustainable and low-impact sources of natural graphite for battery manufacturers. Its projects include the Matawinie Mine and the Battery Material Plant, positioning Nouveau Monde Graphite as a key player in the green energy transition.
Founded in 2006, Effenco is an autotech company specializing in heavy-duty vehicle electrification. Headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with operations in the U.S. and Europe, it develops Active-Stop-Start electric hybrid technology for vocational trucks. This system improves energy efficiency by 30% and reduces greenhouse gas emissions when vehicles are stationary.
H2O Innovation
Post in 2018
H2O Innovation Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in integrated water treatment solutions utilizing membrane filtration technology. It operates through three primary segments: Water Technologies and Services, Specialty Products, and Operation and Maintenance Services. The Water Technologies and Services segment focuses on providing systems for drinking and industrial process water, as well as water reclamation, desalination, and wastewater treatment. The company also manufactures and supplies a range of membrane filtration systems, spare parts, and specialty reverse osmosis chemicals. Its Specialty Products segment includes a variety of consumables, such as membrane cleaners and coagulants, alongside maple syrup production equipment. The Operation and Maintenance Services segment offers public works services, construction for water infrastructure, and containerized treatment systems. Additionally, H2O Innovation provides technical support and software solutions for monitoring water treatment processes. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Quebec City, the company has established itself as a leader in the water treatment industry, continuously expanding its market presence.
Founded in 2007, Hopper is a Montreal-based company that develops a mobile application using big data to predict and analyze airfares and accommodations. It provides travel recommendations and notifies users when prices are at their predicted lowest points.
Composites Vci
Venture Round in 2018
Composites Vci is a transportation environmental consulting company located in Saint-lin-laurentides.
Les Industries Amisco ltée
Venture Round in 2018
Les Industries Amisco ltée is a family-owned business established in 1954, specializing in the design, manufacture, and marketing of modern home furniture. Operating from two plants in Québec, the company produces a variety of residential furniture, including beds, chairs, stools, tables, benches, and desks, all crafted from steel, wood, and upholstery. Amisco distinguishes itself in the market with its stylish designs that cater to consumer preferences, emphasizing durability and an extensive customization program for finishes and coatings. The company's products are available at over a thousand retail locations across Canada and the United States, ensuring a broad reach within the furniture market.
BCI Foods
Private Equity Round in 2018
BCI Foods is a producer of canned soups and sauces located in Saint-Hyacinthe, Québec. The company specializes in a diverse range of products, including savory soups, ready-to-serve soups, broths, sauces, and ready-to-eat pasta and meals in packets. BCI Foods emphasizes innovation in the food industry, aiming to enhance store brand growth while ensuring that their offerings provide a wonderful dining experience that reflects the company’s core principles. Additionally, they focus on luxury recipes and health-oriented options, enabling customers to enjoy exquisitely flavored soup and meal solutions.
Camping Coop des Érables de Montmagny
Venture Round in 2018
Camping Coop des Érables de Montmagny, established in 1983, operates a campsite offering 270 rental sites, with approximately 60% occupied by seasonal workers. The facility provides a range of recreational activities, including a heated pool, health services, and an amusement park, alongside games such as roller skating, mini-golf, volleyball, and basketball. The campsite employs around fifteen staff members, ensuring a variety of services and experiences for its customers.
Mnubo Inc. is a Montreal-based company that specializes in smart data management and analytics for the Internet of Things (IoT). Founded in 2012, Mnubo provides a cloud platform that enables original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to connect, collect, analyze, and act on data from their products. The company's solutions include data collection, aggregation, and management services tailored for real-time IoT data streams. Mnubo's offerings cater to various sectors, including wearables, industrial, automotive, building, and healthcare, helping manufacturers gain insights to enhance product usage, boost customer engagement, and reduce operational costs. The platform is designed for rapid deployment, allowing manufacturers and service providers to quickly implement IoT solutions without extensive IT resources or lengthy roll-out plans. Mnubo operates as a subsidiary of Aspen Technology, Inc. as of July 2019.
Founded in 2007, Hopper is a Montreal-based company that develops a mobile application using big data to predict and analyze airfares and accommodations. It provides travel recommendations and notifies users when prices are at their predicted lowest points.
H2O Innovation
Post in 2016
H2O Innovation Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in integrated water treatment solutions utilizing membrane filtration technology. It operates through three primary segments: Water Technologies and Services, Specialty Products, and Operation and Maintenance Services. The Water Technologies and Services segment focuses on providing systems for drinking and industrial process water, as well as water reclamation, desalination, and wastewater treatment. The company also manufactures and supplies a range of membrane filtration systems, spare parts, and specialty reverse osmosis chemicals. Its Specialty Products segment includes a variety of consumables, such as membrane cleaners and coagulants, alongside maple syrup production equipment. The Operation and Maintenance Services segment offers public works services, construction for water infrastructure, and containerized treatment systems. Additionally, H2O Innovation provides technical support and software solutions for monitoring water treatment processes. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Quebec City, the company has established itself as a leader in the water treatment industry, continuously expanding its market presence.
Agropur
Venture Round in 2015
Agropur is a dairy cooperative founded in 1938 in Québec, recognized as one of the top 20 dairy producers worldwide. The company specializes in producing a wide range of dairy products, including ice cream, cheese, yogurt, milk, and other milk-derived items, serving retail, food service, and industrial sectors globally. Agropur emphasizes sustainable practices in its operations, reflecting a commitment to innovation as a core principle of its business strategy. With over 80 years of experience in the dairy industry, Agropur continues to leverage its expertise to meet the evolving needs of its clients and to maintain its leadership position in the market.
Prevtec Microbia
Venture Round in 2015
Prevtec Microbia Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Montreal, Canada, specializing in the development, manufacturing, and marketing of products aimed at preventing bacterial infections and enhancing performance in food animal production. Founded in 2003 by Dr. John M. Fairbrother and Dr. Eric Nadeau, the company originated as a spin-off from the Faculté de médecine vétérinaire at the Université de Montréal. Prevtec Microbia is known for its flagship product, Coliprotec, a live vaccine designed to prevent post-weaning diarrhea in pigs caused by F4 (K88)-positive E. coli bacteria. The company operates primarily in Canada and Europe, focusing on sustainable solutions that improve animal health and food safety, thereby increasing production performance in the agri-food sector. As of 2019, Prevtec Microbia operates as a subsidiary of Elanco Canada Limited.
Congebec
Private Equity Round in 2015
Congebec Inc., established in 1974, is a Canadian-based provider of refrigerated storage services, operating across Canada and the United States. It offers a range of temperature-controlled public storage solutions, including freezing and blast freezing, cross-docking, import/export services, bonded storage, trichinella treatments, order preparation, and distribution. Additionally, Congebec provides warehouse management systems and temperature control technologies. Its diverse client base comprises food chain operations such as producers, processors, wholesalers, retailers, brokers, carriers, restaurant chains, and government organizations. With locations in major cities across Canada, including Québec, Montréal, Winnipeg, Calgary, Saskatoon, and Toronto, Congebec ensures efficient and reliable storage solutions tailored to the unique needs of its clients within the food industry.
Agropur
Venture Round in 2014
Agropur is a dairy cooperative founded in 1938 in Québec, recognized as one of the top 20 dairy producers worldwide. The company specializes in producing a wide range of dairy products, including ice cream, cheese, yogurt, milk, and other milk-derived items, serving retail, food service, and industrial sectors globally. Agropur emphasizes sustainable practices in its operations, reflecting a commitment to innovation as a core principle of its business strategy. With over 80 years of experience in the dairy industry, Agropur continues to leverage its expertise to meet the evolving needs of its clients and to maintain its leadership position in the market.
Beyond the Rack
Series C in 2013
Beyond the Rack is a Montreal-based online private shopping club that specializes in offering exclusive deals on a wide range of products, including apparel, accessories, fragrances, furniture, home goods, and electronics. With approximately 15 million active members in Canada and the United States, the company provides access to limited-quantity flash sales featuring discounts of up to 80% on designer and fast fashion merchandise. Beyond the Rack collaborates with over 3,000 prominent fashion brands to deliver these deals. The platform typically hosts 15 to 25 sales daily, each lasting 48 to 72 hours or until the featured items sell out. Members receive advance notifications of upcoming sales tailored to their preferences. Joining Beyond the Rack is free and can be done through the website, marketing partner promotions, or referral links from current members. The company is recognized for its efficient customer service and prompt shipping, solidifying its reputation as a leading retailer in the online fashion space.
Altasciences
Venture Round in 2013
Altasciences is a mid-sized contract research organization based in Laval, Quebec, specializing in preclinical and clinical pharmacology services for pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. The company provides a comprehensive range of services, including preclinical safety testing, clinical pharmacology, drug formulation, manufacturing, bioanalysis, medical writing, biostatistics, and clinical monitoring. By offering integrated and customizable solutions, Altasciences supports sponsors in making informed decisions throughout early drug development. The company's focus is on accelerating the clinical research process to help bring effective drugs to market more rapidly, ultimately improving access for patients in need.
Audiokinetic
Venture Round in 2007
Audiokinetic Inc. is a Montreal-based company founded in 2000 that specializes in cross-platform audio solutions for the interactive media and gaming industries. The company is best known for its flagship product, Wwise, an integrated audio authoring middleware that enables sound designers and audio programmers to create sophisticated and immersive audio experiences. Wwise features an optimized sound engine, an event-based audio authoring tool, and a comprehensive audio pipeline solution. In addition to Wwise, Audiokinetic offers a range of innovative products, including SoundSeed, a family of interactive sound generators, and Wwise Motion, which allows real-time simulation and editing within the Wwise application. The company also provides consulting services, including custom tool development, project support, and sound engine integration. With a commitment to advancing audio production technology, Audiokinetic has established itself as a leader in the industry, helping developers create engaging soundscapes for video games and interactive media.
Ltrim Technologies
Series B in 2003
LTRIM Technologies is a development-stage fabless semiconductor company, engaged in the design and development of high-performance analog integrated circuit products. It was founded in October 1998 by Physics Engineer Yves Gagnon, Professor Yvon Savaria PhD, and Professor Michel Meunier PhD.
The company was conceived to commercialize the results of a three-year R & D project carried out by the founders at the École Polytechnique of Montréal (one of Canada's leading post-secondary engineering institutions) between January 1998 and May 2000.
Octasic, founded in 1998, is a semiconductor and technology company based in Montreal, Canada. It specializes in two key markets: wireless base stations and media gateways. The company's mission is to help customers bring products to market swiftly, with reduced investment and risk. Octasic achieves this by developing connectivity products that ensure high voice quality for network equipment providers in the wireless, VoIP, and TDM segments of the telecommunications industry. These products enable equipment manufacturers to lower system costs while maintaining reliable performance in terms of density and power consumption. With over two decades of experience, Octasic has established strategic partnerships with many leading Tier-1 telecommunications and government OEMs globally.
Hyperchip
Debt Financing in 2002
Hyperchip (www.Hyperchip.com) is the Petabit Routing Company. Founded in
1997, Hyperchip is a privately held company funded by Siemens, Argo Global
Capital (backed by the worlds leading telcos) and TechnoCap, Montreal's
leading net-focused venture fund. The company is headquartered in Montreal.
All financial figures included in this press release are cited in Canadian
dollars.
Hyperchip and the Petabit Routing Company are trademarks of Hyperchip
Inc. Other trademarks identified in this release are the property of their
respective companies.