CIBC Innovation Banking

Nanoprecise Sci Corp specializes in condition monitoring systems that leverage Internet of Things technology and artificial intelligence to enhance predictive maintenance across various industries. The company has developed RotationLF, a comprehensive hardware and software solution that integrates physics, material science, and data analytics to identify issues in machinery and predict the remaining time to failure. The RotationLF sensors are capable of capturing critical data such as RPM, vibration, sound, temperature, and humidity. This innovative solution is applicable to a wide range of machinery, including pumps, motors, and turbines, serving sectors like petrochemicals, utilities, manufacturing, HVAC, oil and gas, mining, and infrastructure. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Edmonton, Canada, with an additional office in Bangalore, India, Nanoprecise has gained recognition for its ability to deliver cost-effective and scalable monitoring solutions that enhance operational reliability and efficiency.

MediaValet Inc. is a provider of enterprise cloud-based digital asset management (DAM) software, designed to help organizations manage high-value media assets efficiently. The company offers a comprehensive platform built on Microsoft Azure, ensuring robust security, reliability, and scalability, and operates in over 140 countries with a significant global presence. MediaValet’s solutions include Creative Spaces, a hybrid desktop application that facilitates the production of creative assets while syncing with its cloud-based DAM. Additionally, it provides mobile applications and integrates with various third-party tools such as Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office 365. The company caters to a diverse array of sectors, including healthcare, education, manufacturing, retail, and technology, supporting businesses of all sizes from small to enterprise-level. Originally incorporated in 1993 as VRX Worldwide Inc., MediaValet rebranded in 2014 and is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.

Q4 Inc. is a cloud-based platform that specializes in providing investor relations (IR) and capital market solutions to public companies globally. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with additional offices in New York, Chicago, and Copenhagen, Q4 offers a comprehensive suite of tools designed to enhance communication and engagement between organizations and their investors. Their flagship product, Q4 Desktop, serves as an all-in-one IR solution that equips clients with the necessary insights and information for effective decision-making. The company designs and develops corporate websites, provides audio and video webcasting services, and delivers analytics and reporting tools that track trading activities and investor behavior. Q4 aims to improve the effectiveness of investor relations through innovative website solutions and a strong focus on storytelling, making it a trusted partner for over 2,200 prominent brands. Their services are delivered primarily on a subscription basis, utilizing a software-as-a-service model to support the diverse needs of their clients in the capital markets.

Payapps is a leading provider of subcontractor payment management solutions within the construction industry, offering a cloud-based platform that facilitates collaboration between main contractors and subcontractors. The software streamlines the preparation, submission, assessment, valuation, and certification of payment applications, making online payments more efficient and reducing reliance on cumbersome paperwork. With a global customer base exceeding 25,000, including asset owners, developers, general contractors, and subcontractors, Payapps is focused on revolutionizing payment management practices and enhancing operational performance across the construction sector. The company is headquartered in Fortitude Valley, Australia, and maintains operations in North America, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Europe.

DealMaker is an equity crowdfunding platform founded in 2018 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with additional offices in Austin, Texas, and Tampa, Florida. The company offers a digital platform that simplifies the capital-raising process, enabling founders to secure funding from their communities through effectively marketed campaigns. DealMaker provides a comprehensive suite of solutions for primary issuance and shareholder management, including investor ranking algorithms and data analytics tools. The platform is designed to empower brands and founders to manage their fundraising efforts in a centralized system, catering to a diverse range of companies, from small startups to large enterprises. With a proven track record of facilitating $2 billion in investments, DealMaker is a leader in the online capital-raising industry.

Nanoprecise Sci Corp specializes in condition monitoring systems that leverage Internet of Things technology and artificial intelligence to enhance predictive maintenance across various industries. The company has developed RotationLF, a comprehensive hardware and software solution that integrates physics, material science, and data analytics to identify issues in machinery and predict the remaining time to failure. The RotationLF sensors are capable of capturing critical data such as RPM, vibration, sound, temperature, and humidity. This innovative solution is applicable to a wide range of machinery, including pumps, motors, and turbines, serving sectors like petrochemicals, utilities, manufacturing, HVAC, oil and gas, mining, and infrastructure. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Edmonton, Canada, with an additional office in Bangalore, India, Nanoprecise has gained recognition for its ability to deliver cost-effective and scalable monitoring solutions that enhance operational reliability and efficiency.

d1g1t Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in developing a digital wealth management platform aimed at professional advisers and their individual investors. The platform utilizes advanced analytics and risk management tools to deliver transparent portfolio management services. Key features include client management, business growth monitoring, historical performance analysis, future risk assessment, onboarding solutions, and portfolio tracking. By offering these comprehensive tools, d1g1t enhances the adviser-client relationship through personalized interaction and supports advisers in effectively managing their business growth and investment strategies.

WellnessLiving Systems Inc is a Canadian company founded in 2012, specializing in the design and development of business management software tailored for the health and wellness sector, including spas, salons, fitness centers, and yoga studios. Their comprehensive platform provides features such as real-time appointment scheduling, class management, point of sale capabilities, email marketing, customer review management, and rewards programs. By offering an all-in-one software solution, WellnessLiving aims to streamline operations and enhance customer engagement within the wellness industry. The company is headquartered in Richmond Hill, Ontario.

DealMaker is an equity crowdfunding platform founded in 2018 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with additional offices in Austin, Texas, and Tampa, Florida. The company offers a digital platform that simplifies the capital-raising process, enabling founders to secure funding from their communities through effectively marketed campaigns. DealMaker provides a comprehensive suite of solutions for primary issuance and shareholder management, including investor ranking algorithms and data analytics tools. The platform is designed to empower brands and founders to manage their fundraising efforts in a centralized system, catering to a diverse range of companies, from small startups to large enterprises. With a proven track record of facilitating $2 billion in investments, DealMaker is a leader in the online capital-raising industry.

Sierra Wireless, Inc. is a provider of device-to-cloud Internet of Things (IoT) solutions, primarily operating in North America, Europe, and the Asia Pacific. The company is structured into two main segments: IoT Solutions and Embedded Broadband. The IoT Solutions segment delivers recurring connectivity services, cloud management software, and cellular modules and gateways, while the Embedded Broadband segment focuses on high-speed cellular embedded modules used in various applications, including automotive and mobile computing. Sierra Wireless serves a diverse clientele, including enterprises, industrial firms, and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), utilizing both direct and indirect distribution channels such as distributors and mobile network operators. Founded in 1993 and headquartered in Richmond, Canada, Sierra Wireless has established itself as a key player in the wireless communication equipment sector, addressing the needs of industrial, commercial, and public safety markets.

Tealbook, Inc. is an online supplier knowledge management and procurement platform headquartered in Toronto, Canada. Founded in 2014, the company provides a centralized system that consolidates credible and up-to-date information about suppliers, enabling procurement teams to identify and connect with qualified suppliers. The platform offers a comprehensive view of supplier data, including company details, product offerings, diversity status, and client recommendations. It also integrates with various enterprise resource planning systems and procurement tools, enhancing the visibility and knowledge of preferred suppliers. Tealbook's innovations have garnered industry recognition, such as being included in the CIX Top 20 and the Gartner Cool Vendor list. Through its services, Tealbook aims to improve buyer-supplier relations and streamline the procurement process for enterprises.

PitchPoint Solutions Inc. specializes in developing and deploying web-based automation solutions tailored for the financial services sector, particularly in fraud prevention and data validation. The company offers an on-demand platform, Promptu, which streamlines data entry and report management for loan processing, allowing clients to validate key data from diverse databases. Its services include a range of data validation solutions such as borrower ID verification, risk assessment reports for identity, property, and income, as well as ongoing vendor monitoring. Additionally, PitchPoint provides an Application Data Validation Package that alerts clients to potential risks associated with loan data. The ID Red Flag service helps identify discrepancies in credit bureau reports, while Expert Services offers mortgage data validation and compliance support. Based in Toronto, Canada, PitchPoint Solutions aims to help lenders reduce operational effort, ensure compliance with regulations, and minimize fraud risk through comprehensive and objective data reviews.

EZ Texting, founded in 2006 and acquired by CallFire in 2012, is a prominent provider of business texting solutions in the U.S. and Canada, having served over 210,000 customers. The company offers a cloud-based platform that includes features such as bulk texting, multimedia messaging, delivery reports, reminder campaigns, and text polls. Its services are designed to enhance customer service, streamline communication, and improve marketing efforts for businesses of all sizes. By enabling real-time alerts and event promotions, EZ Texting assists organizations in engaging their audiences effectively through mobile devices, ultimately driving higher revenues. In 2018, CallFire consolidated its brands under the EZ Texting name, reinforcing its commitment to delivering robust messaging solutions.

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.

Sensibill Inc., founded in 2012 and based in Toronto, Canada, operates a cloud-based application that simplifies receipt management for users. The company's platform allows consumers to track their spending and manage their finances effectively by capturing both paper and electronic receipts. This digital receipt management solution empowers financial institutions to provide personalized insights, helping customers develop healthier financial habits. By analyzing SKU-level data and purchase behavior, Sensibill unlocks valuable insights that support revenue growth for these institutions. The technology has reached over 60 million users across North America and the U.K., facilitating easier reconciliation of bank statements, returns, exchanges, expenses, taxes, and accounting.

Q4 Inc. is a cloud-based platform that specializes in providing investor relations (IR) and capital market solutions to public companies globally. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with additional offices in New York, Chicago, and Copenhagen, Q4 offers a comprehensive suite of tools designed to enhance communication and engagement between organizations and their investors. Their flagship product, Q4 Desktop, serves as an all-in-one IR solution that equips clients with the necessary insights and information for effective decision-making. The company designs and develops corporate websites, provides audio and video webcasting services, and delivers analytics and reporting tools that track trading activities and investor behavior. Q4 aims to improve the effectiveness of investor relations through innovative website solutions and a strong focus on storytelling, making it a trusted partner for over 2,200 prominent brands. Their services are delivered primarily on a subscription basis, utilizing a software-as-a-service model to support the diverse needs of their clients in the capital markets.

Semios specializes in providing crop management solutions for the agricultural industry. It offers a proprietary system of in-crop wireless networks coupled with remote sensors, pest monitoring, and variable rate biological pest control. This information is provided to the grower in an interface that allows the grower to reduce agricultural inputs and increase the quality of the crop produced. The company was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Otodata is the largest Internet of Things network operator in Canada, specializing in the design, development, manufacturing, and distribution of proprietary products and technologies. The company focuses on creating remote monitoring and asset tracking systems for various markets, including residential and commercial fuels, as well as industrial gas. Otodata's offerings include wireless telemetry systems and services specifically tailored for industrial tank applications, utilizing various wireless technologies. With an emphasis on ultra-low hardware costs, the company serves diverse sectors, ranging from automotive to agriculture, ensuring efficient and reliable connectivity for its clients.

Invixium Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in biometric solutions aimed at enhancing access control, workforce management, and visitor screening for various industries. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Markham, Canada, Invixium designs a range of innovative products, including the Ixm Mycro, Ixm Touch, IXM Titan, IXM Merge, and Ixm Sense, which cater to both residential and industrial environments. These products incorporate advanced technologies such as face recognition, fingerprint tracking, and temperature detection to ensure security and health in workplaces. Invixium's fully integrated hardware and software solutions provide valuable analytics that improve safety and productivity. With a management team boasting over 200 years of collective experience in the biometric access control sector, Invixium's products have been deployed in diverse sectors, including government, healthcare, and education, across more than 60 countries. The company's commitment to quality is reflected in its manufacturing process, with all products proudly made in Canada.

ContactMonkey Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in providing a contact cloud solution aimed at enhancing communication for businesses and individuals. Founded in 2011, the company offers a platform that integrates with existing email services like Outlook and Gmail, allowing users to create, send, and track employee emails and newsletters. Its features include email tracking, analytics, and the ability to measure individual employee email engagement. The platform also facilitates the sharing of contact information through various export methods and provides tools to monitor profile page visitors and download activity. Additionally, ContactMonkey supports access via multiple smartphone operating systems and offers a white label solution, catering to the needs of internal communication professionals and sales teams.