Ontario Centres of Excellence

Ontario Centres of Excellence, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization based in Toronto, Canada, dedicated to enhancing the Ontario economy through the commercialization of innovative research. Established in 1987, it focuses on accelerating industry research and development by investing in collaborative projects between academia and industry. The organization provides early-stage seed financing to startups, supports the commercialization of academic research through licensing and spin-off companies, and promotes skills development for a skilled workforce. Its investment arm specializes in seed, startup, and early-stage investments primarily in sectors such as energy and environment, advanced manufacturing, advanced health technologies, and information and communications technologies. Ontario Centres of Excellence aims to drive economic growth by fostering innovation and supporting the success of emerging companies in Ontario.

Claudia Krywiak

Vice President, Corporate Planning and Development

Past deals in Ontario

Epineuron

Grant in 2020
Epineuron Technologies, Inc. is a medical device company based in Hamilton, Canada, established in 2016. It specializes in developing innovative treatment strategies for peripheral nerve injuries through bioelectronic medicine. The company focuses on creating a suite of surgical solutions aimed at enhancing the repair and regeneration of peripheral nerves. Epineuron's flagship product is an electroceutical device that delivers targeted electrical stimulation to accelerate the natural healing processes of injured nerves. By leveraging this technology, Epineuron aims to set a new standard of care in the field of nerve injury treatment, aspiring to become a leader in bioelectronic nerve care.

Clean Works

Grant in 2020
Clean Works is at the forefront of pioneering decontamination solutions that set the industry standard. With a legacy dating back to 1799 in the Niagara Peninsula in Ontario, Canada, we bring a deep-rooted expertise in farming and a commitment to excellence that has stood the test of time. From pre-harvest to post-harvest solutions, our award-winning gas-phase homogenous technology has been rigorously tested and has consistently demonstrated its effectiveness in eliminating up to 99.99% of pathogens and food-spoiling organisms, ensuring your produce is safe and fresh. We have successfully commercialized our technology in six countries, making a global impact. Our solutions offer rapid, chemical-free decontamination, setting new benchmarks for efficiency, effectiveness, and sustainability. Harnessing the power of science and technology, we're committed to a world where contamination is no longer a threat. Discover how Clean Works is transforming the produce industry: www.https://cleanworkscorp.com

Medstack

Seed Round in 2019
Founded in 2015, Medstack operates an end-to-end cloud platform designed specifically for healthcare application developers. Its services streamline development processes by offering automated security measures, pre-written compliance policies, and a scalable DevOps platform. This enables digital health companies to meet privacy, security, and interoperability expectations efficiently.

Luminari

Seed Round in 2019
Luminari Talent Inc. is a career management platform dedicated to Chartered Professional Accountants (CPAs) and CPA candidates in Canada. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Toronto, the company operates an online job portal that aggregates job opportunities for both candidates and employers. Luminari offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to facilitate the professional development of CPAs, including job listings, continuing professional development (CPD) resources, mentorship programs, and various networking events. The platform has supported thousands of Canadian CPAs in advancing their careers. Luminari collaborates with several notable organizations, including Xero, CPA Ontario, and CIBC, to enhance the accounting profession and provide valuable resources to its users.

Acumyn

Seed Round in 2018
Acumyn Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in developing radiology software for the medical equipment sector. Founded in 2014, Acumyn focuses on creating solutions that enhance quality assurance processes in radiotherapy departments. Its flagship product, AQUA, is a web-based quality assurance management software designed to streamline workflows and reduce the resources needed for QA protocols. The platform automates and standardizes testing procedures, ensuring clinics can run tests efficiently and maintain high confidence in their equipment. AQUA features out-of-the-box test protocols and flexible scripting options, making it adaptable to the specific needs of various clinics. As of July 2018, Acumyn operates as a subsidiary of Elekta AB, further integrating its innovative solutions within the radiotherapy landscape.

GoWrench

Seed Round in 2018
GoWrench Inc., established in 2015 and headquartered in Hamilton, Canada, specializes in mobile automotive maintenance and repair services. The company operates an online booking platform, through which customers can request services and receive quotes. GoWrench's offerings include mobile tire swaps, fleet services, diagnostics, and various maintenance tasks such as oil changes, windshield wiper replacement, and rustproofing. The company's unique value proposition lies in its convenience, allowing customers to have their vehicles serviced at their location, saving them time and effort.

House of Anesi

Seed Round in 2018
House of Anesi is a Toronto-based lingerie brand that designs, manufactures, and sells bras for women, primarily through online channels. Founded in 2016, the company combines comfort with technology, offering bras that employ cooling gel straps, a three-dimensional metal-free underwire, and elastically differentiated fabrics that adapt to the body as it changes. The brand aims to support comfort, body positivity, and confidence through innovative, well fitting designs.

FPrimeC Solutions

Seed Round in 2018
FPrimeC Solutions is an infrastructure analysis and testing firm that develops and provides non-destructive testing and structural health monitoring solutions for bridges and reinforced concrete elements. It designs wireless testing devices, including i.Pile, to assess pile consistency and detect defects such as cracks and voids. The company offers services such as bridge inspection, corrosion monitoring, foundation and pile testing, concrete imaging and scanning, and structural engineering, along with durability assessments, concrete tanks testing, parking garage condition surveys, and trunk sewer inspections. Based in Oshawa, Canada, FPrimeC Solutions focuses on enabling owners and public-works teams to monitor seismic performance and overall integrity of concrete structures, supported by digital inspection capabilities and ongoing engineering solutions. Founded in 2015, the company positions itself as a knowledge-based provider of infrastructure testing and monitoring for both new and aging structures.

EntreLaunch

Seed Round in 2018
EntreLaunch Inc. is a Canadian corporation focused on empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs, particularly youth aged 15 to 35, to combat global youth unemployment and underemployment. Founded in 2015, the company has developed a fully online global pre-accelerator program that offers free access to entrepreneurial education, complemented by a microfunding initiative that provides small grants to help youth test and validate their business ideas. EntreLaunch also organizes the Impact Cup, a 48-hour experiential challenge designed to equip participants with essential soft skills for career success. The company is committed to social impact, delivering its programs to rural and remote areas where access to entrepreneurial resources is limited. It aims to support at-risk youth and those outside traditional educational pathways, creating tailored solutions for diverse communities. In addition to its existing offerings, EntreLaunch plans to develop a microcredit program to provide low-interest loans, further facilitating the entrepreneurial journeys of young innovators.

2Keys

Grant in 2017
2Keys Corporation is a Canadian company based in Ottawa and Toronto, specializing in security solutions for public sector entities, financial institutions, and commercial enterprises. Founded in 1998, the company is dedicated to enhancing secure digital experiences through the design, deployment, and operation of Digital Identity Platforms and Cyber Security Platforms. 2Keys provides a comprehensive range of services, including security consulting, systems integration, technical reviews, threat and risk assessments, disaster recovery planning, and managed security services. Additionally, the company offers professional services in areas such as project management, IT security policies, vulnerability assessments, and custom application development. 2Keys also features Root of QAOS, a cybersecurity solution that delivers trusted and certified entropy for enterprise, cloud providers, and mobile application developers. As a national leader in the security sector, 2Keys emphasizes the principles of Confidentiality, Availability, Integrity, and Privacy to enhance and secure the digital business value of its clients.

APX Building & Onsite Data Solutions

Grant in 2017
APX Building & Onsite Data Solutions, based in Ottawa, Canada, specializes in providing pre-incident planning software designed to enhance safety for first responders. The company offers several key applications: SmartCapture, which accelerates the creation and data collection of tactical pre-incident plans; SmartView, enabling first responders to access and share information captured in SmartCapture across various devices; SmartTrainer, allowing first responders to familiarize themselves with their city through enriched pre-incident plans; and SmartInspect, facilitating quick completion of fire inspections with accurate and instant data access. APX has established itself as a leader in Smart City infrastructure by focusing on manageable and accessible data sharing.

Korah

Grant in 2017
Korah Limited is an IT consulting firm specializing in innovative digital solutions and automation for businesses across various sectors, including advertising, finance, and telecommunications. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Markham, Canada, with an additional office in North Point, Hong Kong, the company offers a range of services, including application development and technology integration. Korah has developed several notable products, such as ccRobot, a cloud-based customer care platform that automates inquiries; ERP Bizsoln, which integrates business information management; and Kato TV, a cloud application for launching campaigns across signage networks. The firm focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and user experiences through scalable AI-driven solutions and conversational process automation, leveraging a customer-centric approach to optimize interactions across multiple digital touchpoints. With a team of experienced IT professionals, Korah is committed to delivering effective and cost-efficient strategies for both public and private sectors.

Suncayr

Grant in 2017
Suncayr Inc., based in Mississauga, Canada, specializes in innovative sun protection technology. The company has developed a color-changing sticker known as "SPOT," which is designed to indicate when sunscreen is no longer effective in blocking ultraviolet rays. Users apply the sticker directly to their skin before applying sunscreen. While the sunscreen provides adequate protection, the sticker remains clear; however, it changes to purple when UV exposure occurs, signaling that reapplication of sunscreen is necessary. This product aims to enhance safety and confidence for individuals and families enjoying outdoor activities in the sun.

Green Story

Seed Round in 2017
Green Story is a leading sustainability intelligence platform dedicated to the fashion industry. Based in Toronto, Canada, it provides visual storytelling solutions that help green companies connect with their customers by delivering precise insights into a product's environmental footprint. The company partners with prominent brands worldwide, offering tools for supply chain data augmentation and collaboration, product footprinting, impact visualization, and mitigation.

Meet Auto

Seed Round in 2017
Meet Auto Inc. is an online automotive marketplace based in Ottawa, Canada, founded in 2016. The company provides a platform that facilitates the buying and selling of new and used motor vehicles, including cars, trucks, SUVs, and minivans. Through its website, MeetAuto.ca, users can manage notifications, messages, and test drive requests, as well as compare prices and search for vehicles. The platform aims to modernize the car purchasing process by offering a user-friendly experience for both buyers and sellers in the Canadian market.

Parlay Ideas

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Parlay Ideas Inc. is an educational technology company that operates a platform designed to facilitate meaningful and inclusive class discussions between teachers and students. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, the platform offers various features, including topic overviews, online discussions, case studies, and instructional templates. It enables teachers to gauge both the quantity and quality of student contributions, providing measurable insights into engagement and learning. By fostering critical thinking and enhancing communication skills, Parlay Ideas aims to equip students with essential abilities that extend beyond the classroom.

BioRender

Seed Round in 2017
Founded in 2017, BioRender is a Toronto-based company that develops a science visualization platform. Its tool enables scientists to create and share professional scientific figures accurately and efficiently using cloud services and a library of icons.

Fintros

Seed Round in 2017
Founded in Toronto, Canada in 2016, Fintros is an innovative recruitment platform designed to connect accounting and finance professionals with career opportunities. Its platform enables users to discover roles anonymously, promoting fairness and diversity in hiring.

Distributed ID

Seed Round in 2017
Distributed ID Inc. is a Toronto-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in developing a platform for data governance infrastructure focused on the financial services sector. The company's technology facilitates data matching, mapping, and auditing, providing a comprehensive toolkit for big data companies to improve data exchange, governance, and collaboration. Its platform serves as a data gateway, enabling transparent auditing and tracing of transactions while ensuring privacy and compliance. This allows clients to share financial data safely without relying on traditional methods like logins or screen scraping, thereby enhancing the overall integrity and security of data movement within the industry.

Smats Traffic Solutions

Seed Round in 2017
Smats Traffic Solutions Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Ottawa, Canada, specializes in the development of advanced vehicle detection software aimed at optimizing traffic flow on roadways and at key transportation hubs such as ports and borders. The company offers a comprehensive traffic management solution that includes travel time measurement, origin-destination pattern analysis, and traffic signal optimization. Additionally, it provides queue management solutions tailored for various environments, including borders, port management, work zones, and rail yards. Smats Traffic Solutions employs hardware sensors alongside machine learning and artificial intelligence to deliver actionable traffic analytics, facilitating improved monitoring and management of congestion. The company also manufactures portable traffic tools, including tablets and specialized traffic boxes, ensuring efficient data collection and analysis for effective decision-making.

MediSeen

Seed Round in 2017
MediSeen Inc. is a healthcare service provider based in North York, Canada, specializing in home care through a cloud-based digital platform. Founded in 2016, the company enables a wide range of healthcare professionals, including physicians, physiotherapists, psychologists, and nurses, to deliver care directly to patients' homes or through virtual appointments. MediSeen's user-friendly software allows patients to easily browse and book services from various health and wellness providers, ensuring more accessible and affordable care options. By facilitating both in-home and mobile healthcare services, MediSeen enhances the ability of practitioners to reach their communities effectively, thereby improving overall patient care.

Kegshoe

Seed Round in 2017
Kegshoe Inc. is a technology company based in Ottawa, Canada, that specializes in developing keg tracking software for the brewing industry. Founded in 2015, Kegshoe offers a comprehensive application that enables breweries, beverage producers, and distributors to efficiently track their keg inventory throughout various stages, including production, storage, sales, and delivery. The software is designed to help these businesses reduce keg loss, enhance inventory turnover, and gain valuable insights into their keg fleet and sales performance. By utilizing Kegshoe's solutions, clients can streamline their operations and improve overall efficiency in managing their keg assets.

Little Robot Friends

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Little Robot Friends Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in designing and creating connected toys and apps aimed at introducing children to code and electronics. The company's product lineup includes the Little Robot Friends App, which teaches coding concepts and allows for robot customization; LRF Blocks, which explore programming fundamentals like loops and conditionals; and LRF for Arduino, enabling users to write and program codes on robots. Additionally, Little Robot Friends offers activity guides and conducts workshops to enhance learning experiences. Their platform features a 3D printer for character creation, drag-and-drop customization tools, and coding functionalities that make learning interactive and engaging through fun toys.

Salient Energy

Seed Round in 2017
Salient Energy is focused on commercializing an innovative zinc-ion battery developed from research at the University of Waterloo. This battery technology is designed for efficient electricity storage in the power grid, boasting a proprietary cathode that incorporates zinc within its crystal lattice, rather than merely reacting on the surface. This unique approach results in a battery with a relatively high energy density, making it a competitive alternative to traditional lithium-ion batteries. Salient Energy's batteries are not only safer and longer-lasting but also compatible with existing manufacturing processes, allowing for production in current battery factories worldwide. The company's goal is to provide the electric industry with sustainable and reliable energy storage solutions.

Ulula

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Ulula LLC is a human rights technology and analytics company based in Toronto, Canada, with an additional office in New York. Founded in 2013, the company develops a software and analytics platform that provides organizations with tools to monitor human rights risks and improve working conditions across various sectors, including agriculture, mining, manufacturing, and electronics. Ulula's platform employs mobile technologies such as SMS, USSD, and IVR, facilitating direct engagement with workers and communities in real time. This multi-channel stakeholder engagement approach allows organizations to gather accurate and timely insights, ensuring that stakeholders can provide feedback safely and securely, regardless of their network connectivity or digital literacy. By creating sustainable feedback loops, Ulula aims to help companies address social, environmental, and governance challenges effectively.

Medstack

Angel Round in 2017
Founded in 2015, Medstack operates an end-to-end cloud platform designed specifically for healthcare application developers. Its services streamline development processes by offering automated security measures, pre-written compliance policies, and a scalable DevOps platform. This enables digital health companies to meet privacy, security, and interoperability expectations efficiently.

Peak Power

Seed Round in 2017
Founded in 2015, Peak Power is a cleantech company specializing in intelligent energy management solutions. Headquartered in Toronto with operations across North America, the company offers Peak Synergy, an AI-powered software platform that optimizes energy use and maximizes revenues from battery storage systems, grid-interactive buildings, and electric vehicles for commercial real estate and industrial customers.

FIBOS

Grant in 2017
FIBOS Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in developing advanced optical measurement technology for the industrial sensing industry. The company's product line includes the optical gauge amplifier (OGA-01) and optical gauge sensors designed to measure strain with high precision. FIBOS aims to disrupt traditional electrical sensors by offering solutions for load sensing, pressure sensing, vibration sensing, and temperature sensing. These solutions are targeted at industries such as oil and gas, energy, and test and measurement, providing innovative alternatives to conventional sensing methods.

Dateva

Seed Round in 2017
Dateva Inc., founded in 2016 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, specializes in developing a platform for integrating, analyzing, and reporting health data. The company serves organizations, doctors, and individuals globally by pooling and analyzing health information from diverse sources. Dateva's platform provides tools to search specific categories, filter datasets based on various criteria such as data type, gender, age group, condition, location, and data provider, and facilitates the purchase and download of data. This enables users to gain valuable health insights and predictions.

Wearatec

Seed Round in 2017
Wearatec Inc. is a Canadian company based in Waterloo, established in 2013, specializing in the design and development of wearable computing devices. The company is known for its innovative technology-enabled watch clasps and buckles, which incorporate advanced functionalities for the watch market. Its flagship products include the Link, a smart clasp that provides push notifications, messaging capabilities, fitness tracking, and chronograph solutions, as well as the Smart-Clasp. These devices utilize encrypted near field communication (NFC) technology to facilitate payment access and connect watches to smartphones. Wearatec aims to enhance the functionality of traditional watches by integrating electronics and features that allow users to receive notifications, control music playback, and monitor fitness metrics, all while maintaining the classic aesthetic of existing timepieces.

Setter

Seed Round in 2017
Setter Inc. is a Toronto-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in connecting homeowners with personal home managers through its application. The platform enables users to easily book a variety of home maintenance and repair services, including window cleaning, landscaping, furnace installation, and countertop replacement. By providing personalized recommendations and managing all aspects of home improvement, Setter aims to simplify the process of maintaining and enhancing residential properties. As of November 2020, Setter operates as a subsidiary of Thumbtack, Inc., further expanding its reach in the professional services market.

WinterLight Labs

Seed Round in 2017
WinterLight Labs Inc. is a Toronto-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in developing a speech-based platform for the detection and monitoring of cognitive and mental diseases, including dementia and Alzheimer's disease. The company's innovative AI technology analyzes natural speech samples to quantify various speech and language patterns, enabling the accurate assessment of cognitive health. By utilizing a brief one-minute speech sample, WinterLight's platform can characterize aspects such as lexical diversity, syntactic complexity, semantic content, and articulation, effectively capturing the speaker's cognitive state. This diagnostic tool has significant applications across clinical trials, long-term care, primary care, and speech-language pathology, facilitating the early detection of cognitive impairment and tracking disease progression.

Suncayr

Grant in 2017
Suncayr Inc., based in Mississauga, Canada, specializes in innovative sun protection technology. The company has developed a color-changing sticker known as "SPOT," which is designed to indicate when sunscreen is no longer effective in blocking ultraviolet rays. Users apply the sticker directly to their skin before applying sunscreen. While the sunscreen provides adequate protection, the sticker remains clear; however, it changes to purple when UV exposure occurs, signaling that reapplication of sunscreen is necessary. This product aims to enhance safety and confidence for individuals and families enjoying outdoor activities in the sun.

Peekapak

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Peekapak Inc. is a Toronto-based company founded in 2013 that specializes in a digital language arts-based character education program aimed at children. The platform focuses on enhancing social-emotional learning by providing educators and parents with engaging tools to teach essential skills such as empathy, teamwork, and self-regulation. Peekapak's award-winning resources include digital stories and lessons that align with educational standards, making it easier for teachers to integrate character education into their classrooms. The program is designed to foster compassionate and empathetic behavior in children, helping them develop into successful individuals. By combining educational expertise with innovative technology, Peekapak offers a unique and effective approach to character education for both in-class and at-home learning environments.

Lumago

Seed Round in 2016
Lumago Inc. is a Canadian company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Hamilton. It specializes in the development of aquaponics technology, specifically through its product, StudyPonics, which is a portable aquaponics system aimed at enhancing experiential learning and improving food literacy. This innovative system integrates aquaculture and hydroponics into a symbiotic farming practice, serving as an educational tool for subjects such as social sciences, natural sciences, and business. Lumago Inc. seeks to bridge the gap between technological advances and traditional farming methods, thereby supporting clients in the greenhouse industry.

Blanc Labs

Venture Round in 2016
Blanc Labs Inc. is a technology consulting firm based in Toronto, Canada, that specializes in developing custom digital solutions for various industries, including financial services, healthcare, telecommunications, and emerging technologies. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on digital transformation and automation, offering services such as cloud enablement, application development and integration, decision-making support, and data intelligence. Blanc Labs also addresses specific challenges in the lending business through financial technology and product engineering, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and innovation. Their solutions include banking automation, business process improvement, and artificial intelligence integration, aimed at helping clients maintain a competitive edge in an evolving digital landscape.

Good Food For Good

Seed Round in 2016
Good Food For Good Inc. is a social enterprise based in Markham, Canada, that specializes in manufacturing food products free from gluten, soy, corn, refined sugars, and preservatives. Founded in 2013, the company offers a variety of items, including BBQ sauces, ketchups, cooking sauces, and turmeric teas, which are available through a network of retail stores and online. Good Food For Good is dedicated to its mission of promoting healthy eating while addressing food insecurity; for every product sold, the company donates a meal to someone in need. By providing nutritious food options and supporting underprivileged communities, Good Food For Good aims to make healthy eating accessible to everyone.

FlexCap Energy

Seed Round in 2016
FlexCap Energy Ltd., founded in 2016 and based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in developing lightweight energy storage solutions. The company's portfolio features flexible thin-film supercapacitors and alkaline battery products designed for a variety of applications, particularly in wearable technology. FlexCap Energy focuses on delivering continuous power for devices such as smart textiles, active RFID tags, low-energy Bluetooth transmitters, and various sensors. Its key offerings include the Jupiter Flexible Thin-Film Primary Batteries and Nepthune Water-Activated Thin-Film Batteries, which cater to the growing demand for efficient and compact energy solutions in the electronics sector.

Stromcore Energy

Seed Round in 2016
Stromcore Energy Inc., established in 2016 and headquartered in Mississauga, Canada, specializes in designing and manufacturing advanced Lithium-Ion battery systems for large industrial forklifts. The company's core product, the Stromcore Battery Management System (BMS), oversees lithium battery modules, providing real-time updates and diagnostics to the cloud. This enables remote monitoring and control of individual modules, ensuring optimal and stable operating conditions. Stromcore's offerings include a range of UL-listed batteries, tailored for diverse forklift truck models, and feature rapid charge rates, extended run times, active heating for cold environments, and industry-leading cycle life and energy efficiency.

FlexCap Energy

Grant in 2016
FlexCap Energy Ltd., founded in 2016 and based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in developing lightweight energy storage solutions. The company's portfolio features flexible thin-film supercapacitors and alkaline battery products designed for a variety of applications, particularly in wearable technology. FlexCap Energy focuses on delivering continuous power for devices such as smart textiles, active RFID tags, low-energy Bluetooth transmitters, and various sensors. Its key offerings include the Jupiter Flexible Thin-Film Primary Batteries and Nepthune Water-Activated Thin-Film Batteries, which cater to the growing demand for efficient and compact energy solutions in the electronics sector.

FleetRover

Seed Round in 2016
FleetRover Inc., established in 2015 and based in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, specializes in providing fleet tracking solutions. The company designs and develops web-based software that enables real-time monitoring of fleets and deliveries through a mobile application platform. FleetRover caters to the trucking industry, focusing on delivery services, GPS technology, and information technology to enhance operational efficiency.

Law Scout

Pre Seed Round in 2016
Law Scout is an online platform that connects small businesses to lawyers at the upfront and fixed fees. It’s an online service that makes it faster and easier for businesses to find and hire lawyers. They are not a law firm, and they do not provide legal services, legal advice or lawyer referral services. They do not provide or participate in any legal representation. Law Scout was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Mosaic Manufacturing

Seed Round in 2016
Founded in 2014, Mosaic Manufacturing specializes in developing hardware and software solutions for multi-material 3D printing. Its patented technology enables industries to create high-quality products on-demand, reducing reliance on traditional manufacturing methods.

Blue Salt Digital Media

Seed Round in 2016
Blue Salt Digital Media, founded in 2013 and based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in providing digital marketing products and services. The company develops HDTV digital signage, marketing products, and multi-platform applications, including mobile site construction services. Its offerings are designed to help businesses enhance their branding and gain a competitive edge in mature markets, ultimately increasing market share and profitability through improved brand exposure.

TranQool

Seed Round in 2016
TranQool Inc. is a Toronto-based company established in 2015 that offers an e-mental health platform designed to provide personalized therapy solutions. As a subsidiary of HumanaCare, TranQool connects users with qualified therapists through secure video calls, facilitating online counseling services. The platform focuses on matching users with the appropriate mental health professionals, including psychologists and registered social workers, to support their emotional well-being. By offering a convenient and accessible approach to therapy, TranQool empowers individuals to engage in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) from the comfort of their homes, making mental health resources more affordable and easier to access.

FIBOS

Seed Round in 2016
FIBOS Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in developing advanced optical measurement technology for the industrial sensing industry. The company's product line includes the optical gauge amplifier (OGA-01) and optical gauge sensors designed to measure strain with high precision. FIBOS aims to disrupt traditional electrical sensors by offering solutions for load sensing, pressure sensing, vibration sensing, and temperature sensing. These solutions are targeted at industries such as oil and gas, energy, and test and measurement, providing innovative alternatives to conventional sensing methods.

Finaeo

Seed Round in 2016
Finaeo develops a digital insurance software platform that connects life and health insurance carriers, brokers, and clients globally. Its marketplace accelerates policy fulfillment and streamlines distribution, empowering independent brokers to enhance efficiency.

Stratly

Seed Round in 2016
Stratly is a provider of cloud-based fundraising software tailored for nonprofits, focused on enhancing operational efficiency and user experience. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with an additional office in Santa Monica, California, the company offers a comprehensive suite of tools that includes donation processing, donor engagement, event management, membership management, and email marketing. By offering a dynamic CRM solution, Stratly aims to empower small and mid-sized nonprofits, helping them automate their processes and streamline their operations. The platform facilitates secure donation processing and data visualization, allowing organizations to effectively engage with donors and supporters across multiple channels from a single unified interface. Stratly's mission is to level the playing field for nonprofits, enabling them to grow and thrive in a competitive fundraising landscape.

Better Current

Seed Round in 2016
Better Current Inc., based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in the development of innovative solar-powered products aimed at enhancing renewable energy usage. The company is known for its Better ReCharge kiosks, which provide solar-powered phone charging solutions for public spaces and serve a variety of clients, including marketing and event companies at venues such as golf tournaments and music festivals. Additionally, Better Current designs and builds energy storage products, including solar electric vehicle charging stations that support both Level 2 and Level 3 DC fast charging. Through its offerings, Better Current aims to facilitate the transition to efficient and clean energy solutions for both commercial and public use.

Oxilight

Seed Round in 2016
Oxilight Inc. is a medical device company based in Toronto, Canada, founded in 2015. The company specializes in designing and manufacturing wound imaging devices specifically for diabetic foot ulcers and peripheral vascular disease. Oxilight's technology aims to make the diagnosis of diabetic foot ulcers more accessible for frontline healthcare professionals and patients, facilitating earlier interventions that can reduce healthcare costs and improve patient outcomes. The company's devices provide critical physiological information without the need for specialized vascular labs, empowering healthcare providers to assess wound status and triage patients more effectively. Through its innovations, Oxilight strives to enhance the management of wound care, ultimately aiming to save limbs and lives.

erplain

Seed Round in 2016
erplain is an online inventory management platform designed for small businesses. Based in Toronto, Canada, the platform provides a web-based, integrated solution to manage customers, sales, and inventory, enabling centralization of stock tracking, automation of sales processes, and real-time purchase optimization. It also offers tools for inventory management, sales tracking, purchase optimization, and B2B e-commerce integration, helping businesses streamline order processing, reduce data entry errors, and improve sales operations.

Petal

Seed Round in 2016
Petal Incorporated is a Toronto-based start-up dedicated to revolutionizing the consumer appliance market with innovative and environmentally-friendly products. Founded in 2015 by two aerospace engineers, the company operates with a lean structure that allows for agility and minimal overhead costs. Petal has developed an energy-efficient device designed to eliminate foul odors and prevent the spread of germs by freezing its contents, effectively halting food decay and maintaining an odor-free environment. The product features a sleek, hands-free design and includes a removable 5-gallon bin that accommodates standard kitchen trash bags, ensuring convenience and cost-effectiveness for users.

Neutun Labs

Seed Round in 2016
Neutun Labs Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in developing tracking software specifically designed for individuals with epilepsy. Established in 2014, Neutun Labs offers a non-invasive seizure tracking tool that operates on existing smartwatches and wearable devices, such as Pebble and Apple Watch. The software provides continuous passive tracking, medication reminders, and progress recording services, enabling users to monitor their condition more effectively. While the company does not diagnose epilepsy, it focuses on delivering accessible technology that enhances the quality of life for people living with the condition.

Sojo

Seed Round in 2016
Sojo is a Toronto-based company, founded in 2014, that provides an online platform designed to facilitate entrepreneurship training and monitor the progress of businesses. The platform enables users to share content through a library of social entrepreneurship training modules, manage projects, and track activities effectively. In addition to its core platform, Sojo offers workshops, program and content development, and advisory services to support entrepreneurs. The company's focus is on empowering social entrepreneurship as a sustainable model for the future of business.

Bark 'n Yapp

Seed Round in 2016
Find | Research | Locate | Review | Share Bark 'n Yapp is a vertical digital marketing solution for the dog industry that brings together dog owners, information and resources to create an engaged community based on trust and peer reviewed contributions, then connects dog retailers directly to this community so they can increase marketing ROI efforts and gain more effective and efficient access to their target market. Bark 'n Yapp is your virtual dog park, a place where dog lovers meet new people, make friendships and most of all, develop their network of advisors for dog related information. We are Dog's Best Friend! Now available in Canada From Vancouver to Ontario

Kepler Communications

Pre Seed Round in 2016
Kepler Communications designs, develops, and operates satellite networks for global connectivity. It specializes in Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites, PolarConnect for extreme environments, Global Data Service for large data transfers, and everywhereIOT for IoT devices. Serving industries such as maritime, natural resources, research, defense, and logistics.

Marble

Seed Round in 2016
Marble is a technology company that operates a cloud-based platform designed to facilitate access to patient-consented health data through an API. Founded in 2014 and based in Toronto, Canada, Marble connects to an extensive health data network, serving various industries including legal, consumer health, insurance, and life sciences. Its solutions enable businesses to retrieve and manage healthcare records, thereby enhancing the sharing and utilization of medical information. The company's offerings include a range of documents, such as legal, hospital, clinical, and research materials, aimed at improving the efficiency and accessibility of health data for both providers and patients.

Rna Diagnostics

Angel Round in 2016
Rna Diagnostics Inc. is a Toronto-based cancer diagnostics company established in 2010. It specializes in developing innovative medical diagnostic tools aimed at improving cancer management and patient outcomes. The company's flagship product, the RNA Disruption Assay, provides oncologists with a means to evaluate the effectiveness of chemotherapy by measuring the degree of ribosomal RNA disruption, a biomarker indicative of impending cell death. This assessment allows healthcare providers to determine whether the current cancer treatment is beneficial, thereby enabling them to avoid unnecessary side effects and consider alternative therapies that could enhance survival rates. Rna Diagnostics serves a diverse clientele, including patients, healthcare systems, and clinical research centers across Canada, Europe, and the United States, with its laboratory located in Ontario, Canada.

Good Green Earth

Seed Round in 2016
Good Green Earth Company, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Barrie, Canada, specializes in the production of organic compost system products and organic soil fertilizers. The company's product lineup includes offerings such as Bokashi Plus, Compost Systempet, Compost Kitbokashi, and Pro-Gro. Good Green Earth is committed to fostering sustainability and environmental health by developing natural and organic solutions that are free from toxins and pesticides. Through ongoing research and innovation, the company aims to create products that contribute positively to the planet, promoting a healthier ecosystem for future generations.

Chickapea

Seed Round in 2016
Founded in 2015, Chickapea produces organic, plant-based pasta made from chickpeas and lentils. Their products cater to various dietary needs, including gluten-free and vegan options, while promoting sustainability by reducing greenhouse gas emissions, conserving water, and minimizing deforestation.

Neurescence

Seed Round in 2015
Founded in 2014, Neurescence Inc. specializes in developing innovative assessment tools for brain diseases. The company offers GRIN lenses for neural imaging and Quartet, a miniature fluorescence microscope optimized for neuronal calcium imaging.

Akira

Seed Round in 2015
Akira Medical Ltd. is a Toronto-based company that develops a virtual healthcare application aimed at transforming how Canadians access medical services. Founded in 2015, the application enables users to connect with doctors through secure text and video consultations, allowing for features such as prescription writing, lab test ordering, and specialist referrals. Patients also have access to their clinical notes and lab results, enhancing transparency and control over their health data. The mobile application is compatible with both iOS and Android devices, ensuring accessibility for a wide range of users. As of July 2019, Akira operates as a subsidiary of TELUS Health Solutions GP, reflecting its integration into a larger healthcare ecosystem.

Loop Lab

Seed Round in 2015
Loop Lab Inc. is a Canadian company founded in 2014 that develops smart air vents aimed at providing efficient and customizable temperature control for individual rooms. Its products enable users to manage room temperatures remotely through a mobile application available on iOS and Android platforms. By connecting to popular smart thermostats, Loop Lab's devices, such as the Loop Vent and Loop Hub, facilitate automated climate control within homes. The company's offerings are available in a variety of designs and colors, catering to different aesthetic preferences while enhancing comfort and energy efficiency. Located in Kitchener, Canada, Loop Lab aims to improve home environments through innovative technology.

Yirego

Seed Round in 2015
Yirego Corp. is a Toronto-based product design company founded in 2013, specializing in sustainable household solutions through innovative design. The company is best known for its flagship product, the DRUMI, a foot-powered washing machine that simplifies laundry tasks while promoting eco-friendliness. This compact and portable device operates without electricity and uses minimal water, making it particularly beneficial for users in water-scarce urban areas. By focusing on ethical and environmentally conscious products, Yirego aims to enhance everyday living and provide practical solutions for common household challenges, thereby reducing carbon footprints and encouraging sustainable practices.

StakUp

Seed Round in 2015
StakUp Inc., founded in 2014 and based in London, Canada, specializes in developing software tailored for the trucking industry. The company is known for its innovative online performance benchmarking platform, inGauge, which is utilized by the TCA Profitability Program to facilitate the comparison of financial and operational performance among its users. StakUp Inc. provides solutions that enable performance benchmarking, decision-making, forecasting, goal setting, project management, and data aggregation through standardized data surveys and metrics. Operating as a subsidiary of FreightWaves since June 2019, StakUp Inc. aims to enhance operational efficiency and profitability within the trucking sector.

SkyWatch

Seed Round in 2015
SkyWatch is a company that offers a digital infrastructure for the distribution of Earth observation data and derived intelligence. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Waterloo, Ontario, it has developed a satellite data intelligence platform that aims to make satellite data accessible to a wide range of users. The platform enables developers to integrate Earth observation data into their applications and workflows efficiently, supporting various applications such as crop monitoring, market prediction, tracking of ships and airplanes, and measuring global warming. By providing tools for data analysis and access to remote sensing datasets, SkyWatch empowers users to leverage satellite data for diverse purposes.

GaitTronics

Grant in 2015
Founded in 2012, GaitTronics develops and distributes robotic rehabilitation products. Its flagship product, SoloWalk, is a patient handling robot designed to assist caregivers in lifting patients and enabling safe mobility for disabled individuals. The company serves patients, caregivers, and hospitals.

GoFish Cam

Pre Seed Round in 2015
GoFish Cam, Inc. is a Toronto-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in the development and manufacturing of a wireless underwater action camera specifically designed for anglers. This innovative camera is designed to sit on a fishing line, allowing users to capture high-quality underwater footage of their fishing experiences. Its stabilized and waterproof design ensures that the camera records without wobbling, providing a clear view of the action. Integrated with a mobile application, the GoFish Cam enables anglers to gain insights into their fishing activities, review and edit their videos, and share content on social media, enhancing the overall fishing experience.

VIV Life Group

Seed Round in 2015
VIV Life Group Inc. operates a mobile application that helps users discover and enjoy local dining and nightlife options. Launched in August 2014 by Anthony Rinella, Adrian Kostic, and Tim Finlayson, and based in Waterloo, Ontario, the app allows individuals to explore curated restaurants and bars in their area. Users can invite friends to join them, access maps for navigation, and find transportation options like rideshares. Through its platform, VIV Life aims to facilitate meaningful social experiences by connecting users with new eateries and activities tailored to their preferences.

Acumyn

Grant in 2015
Acumyn Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in developing radiology software for the medical equipment sector. Founded in 2014, Acumyn focuses on creating solutions that enhance quality assurance processes in radiotherapy departments. Its flagship product, AQUA, is a web-based quality assurance management software designed to streamline workflows and reduce the resources needed for QA protocols. The platform automates and standardizes testing procedures, ensuring clinics can run tests efficiently and maintain high confidence in their equipment. AQUA features out-of-the-box test protocols and flexible scripting options, making it adaptable to the specific needs of various clinics. As of July 2018, Acumyn operates as a subsidiary of Elekta AB, further integrating its innovative solutions within the radiotherapy landscape.

Crowdbabble

Seed Round in 2015
Founded in 2013, Crowdbabble operates a SaaS-based platform that enables global marketers to measure, benchmark, and optimize social media performance. Its platform helps tie social media activities to business outcomes by managing social accounts and providing analytics.

HELM App

Pre Seed Round in 2015
HELM App provides grant-funded childcare support to ontario-based women entrepreneurs.

Betterfrost Technologies

Seed Round in 2015
Founded in 2014, Betterfrost Technologies specializes in developing ultra-low energy de-icing and defrosting solutions. Their innovative technology controls heat propagation to efficiently remove ice from surfaces in electric vehicles, refrigeration systems, and other applications.

World of Angus

Seed Round in 2015
World of Angus Inc. is a Toronto-based company founded in 2015, specializing in designing, manufacturing, and selling premium lifestyle products for dogs. It offers a range of items including apparel, grooming products, dog beds, shampoos, blankets, and more. The company caters to style-conscious dog owners through its direct-to-consumer and retail sales channels, providing a seamless online shopping experience. In addition to its product offerings, World of Angus engages consumers by creating original media content that connects with dog owners and enhances their lifestyle.

Heliolytics

Seed Round in 2015
Heliolytics Inc. is a Canadian company based in Toronto that specializes in aerial inspection and analytics services for solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. Founded in 2014, Heliolytics employs proprietary aircraft-based sensors to capture high-definition infrared and visual images of solar installations. This technology allows the company to provide detailed maps of fault locations and definitions, facilitating the detection of current failures and the analysis of potential failure modes. Heliolytics offers a range of services including regular preventative maintenance scans, reactive troubleshooting scans, commissioning or asset transfer services, and portfolio analysis and reporting. Their clientele includes system owners, engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contractors, insurance providers, and independent engineers, all seeking to enhance the performance and management of renewable power assets.

PhenoTips

Seed Round in 2015
Founded in 2014, PhenoTips is a Canadian software company specializing in clinical genetics. It offers user-friendly solutions that integrate with existing electronic health records to streamline phenotyping and human phenotype ontology.

Validere

Seed Round in 2015
Validere Technologies Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in providing critical information about liquids through innovative measurement, reporting, and verification solutions. Founded in 2015, Validere develops portable devices, including the Validere Identifier, which assesses the hazardous nature of liquids by referencing a comprehensive library. Additionally, the company offers EDGE Connect, a platform that facilitates secure connections between buyers and sellers, enabling the discovery of arbitrage opportunities. Validere's main focus is on liquid fingerprinting, industrial process monitoring, and optimizing logistics within the energy sector. By delivering accessible and verifiable testing data, Validere aids organizations in making informed business decisions and enhances the accuracy of crude oil testing, ensuring accountability and quality across operations. The company's expertise in emissions management and tracking further positions it as a valuable partner for energy companies seeking to improve their financial and environmental performance.

Algocian

Seed Round in 2015
Algocian Inc. is a Toronto-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in image recognition video analytics software. Its technology enables real-time person detection for both security and automotive applications, allowing any camera—whether digital or analog—to enhance its monitoring capabilities. Algocian focuses on advancing the field of video monitoring through innovative solutions that improve safety and operational efficiency in various environments.

Datenight Babysitting

Pre Seed Round in 2015
Datenight Babysitting is a mobile- and web- app that connects parents with experienced, local babysitters. With hundreds of pre-interviewed babysitters in both Toronto and Ottawa, Datenight allows parents to register, see a list of great babysitters and schedule interviews with them quickly and easily. Datenight Babysitting's sky-high parent-approval rate makes makes it simple to connect with great babysitters that your family will love and makes booking and paying for babysitting a breeze.

Aterlo Networks

Seed Round in 2015
Aterlo Networks Inc. is a Canadian company that specializes in developing networking solutions for internet and streaming media users. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Kitchener, Ontario, the company provides a managed service called NightShift, which shifts streaming media consumption from peak to off-peak hours to alleviate network congestion. Aterlo Networks serves a diverse clientele that includes internet service providers (ISPs), content providers, and industries such as maritime, energy, mining, and work camps. The company's innovative approach extends content delivery networks into household networks, enhancing the efficiency of media streaming and improving user experience.

Sojourn Labs

Seed Round in 2015
Sojourn Labs designs and manufactures electric pedal-powered vehicles that combine the safety and comfort of a car with the environmental and cost benefits of a bicycle. Based in Toronto, Canada, the company focuses on green, healthy, and convenient urban mobility by delivering a vehicle with car-like storage, safety and comfort features at a low cost, enabling people to move around towns with ease.

Adrenalease

Pre Seed Round in 2015
Adrenalease Inc. is a Toronto-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in designing and selling posture performance shirts aimed at alleviating neck and shoulder pain associated with daily activities. The company offers scientifically engineered ergonomic apparel that incorporates adjustable posture reflex elastic straps, allowing users to maintain an upright posture and reduce stress on muscle groups from prolonged positions. Adrenalease's products cater to both men and women and are available for purchase online, serving customers in Canada and internationally.

KOHO

Seed Round in 2015
KOHO Financial Inc. is a financial technology company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada. The company offers a digital banking platform that provides low-cost banking services through a prepaid, reloadable Visa-backed debit card and a user-friendly mobile application. This platform enables customers to conduct day-to-day banking operations and includes features such as financial goal setting, cash flow projections, group spending management, and detailed spending insights. By equipping users with these tools, KOHO aims to simplify money management and enhance the overall banking experience for its customers.

GridCure

Seed Round in 2015
GridCure Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in advanced metering infrastructure solutions for the power utility sector. The company provides tools that enable users to monitor both bulk and individual power usage with high granularity. This capability facilitates in-depth analysis of various aspects of power data, including grid health, energy balancing, load distribution, and peak load detection. GridCure's expertise extends to grid health analysis, consumption signal processing, fraud detection, and automated communication and alert systems, which can also be utilized for automated billing. By leveraging big data concepts, GridCure addresses the challenges of smart-grid analytics, enhancing the operational efficiency and reliability of power utilities.

Sound Options Tinnitus Treatment

Seed Round in 2015
Sound Options Tinnitus Treatments Inc. is a health technology company based in Ancaster, Canada, specializing in the development of software for tinnitus management. Founded in 2012, the company offers clinically tested, individually tailored sound therapy designed to alleviate the symptoms of tinnitus, a challenging hearing disorder that affects approximately ten percent of the population. Utilizing advanced computational neuroscience and tinnitus research, the company's software creates customized treatment plans based on each client's audiogram and tinnitus profile. The effectiveness of Sound Options' approach has been validated through studies conducted at McMaster University. The company has also formed partnerships with various independent and franchised hearing clinics across Canada to enhance accessibility for tinnitus patients and hearing healthcare professionals.

Sensibill

Seed Round in 2015
Sensibill Inc., established in Toronto, Canada in 2012, operates a cloud-based application that helps users manage and track their spending via receipts. The company's AI-powered platform enables end-users to easily monitor their financial habits while providing financial institutions with personalized insights to assist customers in building healthier finances. Sensibill has reached over 60 million users across North America and the U.K., transforming SKU-level data into actionable insights for both consumers and institutions.

Limelight Platform

Seed Round in 2015
Limelight Platform, Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in providing a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform designed for automated, data-driven live marketing campaigns. The platform offers a comprehensive suite of tools that includes live strategy, activation tools, consumer communication, social amplification, and real-time data analysis, enabling businesses to effectively manage their live marketing initiatives. Limelight Platform caters to various marketing needs, including mall tours, contests and surveys, events, experiential marketing, in-store experiences, kiosks, samplings, sponsorships, and test drives. Founded in 2014 by Jonah Midanik and Russ Armstrong, the company focuses on enhancing consumer engagement through innovative marketing solutions.

TritonWear

Seed Round in 2015
TritonWear is a Canadian wearable technology company based in Kitchener that develops performance wearables and companion software to help coaches and athletes track performance in real time. Its waterproof wearable, paired with mobile and web applications, delivers real-time and post-workout metrics, AI-powered analytics, video motion analysis, and cloud storage, enabling swim teams, coaches, and athletes to monitor progress, identify improvement areas, and make data-driven training decisions.

iMerciv Mobility Tools

Seed Round in 2015
iMerciv Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in developing innovative assistive technology solutions for individuals who are blind, deaf-blind, or visually impaired. Founded in 2014, the company is renowned for its flagship product, BuzzClip, a discreet wearable device that utilizes ultrasound technology to detect obstacles in a user's path. This device alerts users through intuitive vibrations, enhancing their ability to navigate safely. In addition to BuzzClip, iMerciv is advancing its mission to improve pedestrian navigation with its app, MapinHood. This app leverages crowdsourcing and artificial intelligence to provide personalized and accessible navigation tailored specifically for pedestrians, addressing factors such as safety, accessibility, and real-time conditions. The app includes features that help users avoid crowds and find the safest routes based on various data points. iMerciv's commitment to empowering vulnerable communities is further underscored by its participation in programs like Microsoft’s AI for Accessibility grant and the Next AI accelerator. The company has operations in Toronto and New Delhi, reflecting its global outreach.

Majik Systems

Seed Round in 2014
MAJiK Systems Inc. is a Canadian company that specializes in manufacturing execution systems, offering a real-time production monitoring solution that connects directly to existing factory information systems and capital equipment. Founded in 2013 and based in Kitchener, the company enables manufacturers to monitor key performance indicators, analyze operations, and optimize production without the need for additional hardware installations. By leveraging the existing IT infrastructure of factories, MAJiK Systems allows for quick adjustments to production schedules based on real-time plant conditions, helping to reduce equipment downtime, eliminate bottlenecks, and minimize waste. The platform provides manufacturers with essential alerts and insights, facilitating informed decision-making and ultimately enhancing profit margins.

LiveGauge

Seed Round in 2014
Founded in 2012, LiveGauge is headquartered in Toronto with offices in New York City. The company specializes in developing portable sensors and analytics applications for experiential marketing. Their products measure engagements, impressions, visit durations, and other metrics to provide tangible ROI on marketing initiatives across various segments such as tradeshows, retail sampling, sponsorships, and out-of-home advertising.

Loopio

Seed Round in 2014
Founded in 2014, Loopio develops software as a service for streamlining proposal management. Its platform enables enterprises to efficiently respond to RFPs, RFIs, and security questionnaires by organizing content, facilitating collaboration, and integrating with Salesforce.

Vive Crop Protection

Grant in 2014
Founded in 2006, Vive Crop Protection develops and markets sustainable crop protection products, including fungicides, insecticides, and nematicides. The company's Allosperse Delivery System enhances the targeting and performance of these products, enabling farmers to increase crop yields while using fewer resources.

Qoints

Seed Round in 2014
Qoints offers a cloud-based platform that collects and analyzes digital marketing campaign data from consumer marketers worldwide. It provides real-time competitive intelligence, performance benchmarking, and actionable insights to help brand marketers and agencies optimize their campaigns and maximize ROI.

Dreamqii

Seed Round in 2014
DreamQii Inc., established in 2012 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, specializes in creating advanced hardware, software, firmware, and web applications for consumer electronics, industrial, and military uses. The company aims to simplify complex technologies to enhance user capabilities and inspire creativity. DreamQii entered the consumer electronics market with its flagship product, PlexiDrone X8, a rugged and elegant camera drone known for its modular design, retractable landing gear, customizable payload clip, and voice communication features. These innovations have set new standards in the drone market for modularity, safety, and industrial design.

Edusight

Grant in 2014
Edusight, Inc. is a company that develops tools for K-12 educators to enhance classroom management and facilitate data-driven decision making. Founded in 2014 and based in Toronto, Canada, Edusight provides a platform that allows teachers to document student learning through various formats, including grades, notes, photos, audio, and video. This platform enables educators to tag evidence to educational standards and share student progress with parents, fostering greater engagement. Key offerings include a mobile app for capturing real-time classroom activities and a web interface for tracking grades and visualizing student progress. Edusight's solutions have positively impacted over 300,000 students across 40 countries, emphasizing its commitment to understanding and improving how students learn. The company operates as a subsidiary of Nelson Education Ltd.

InDanio Bioscience

Grant in 2014
InDanio Bioscience Inc. is a privately-held drug discovery company based in Toronto, Canada, specializing in the development of new chemical entities targeting nuclear receptor protein families. Established in 2008, the company utilizes a proprietary Ligand Trap system featuring 48 transgenic zebrafish lines, each expressing one of the human nuclear receptors, to facilitate the simultaneous evaluation of drug delivery, stability, specificity, tissue selectivity, and toxicity. This innovative approach enables the identification, extraction, and characterization of new hormonal regulators, as well as the discovery of tissue-selective drugs and their associated mechanisms of action. Through its advanced screening techniques, InDanio Bioscience aims to enhance the drug development process and contribute to the advancement of therapeutic options in the pharmaceutical industry.

Acumyn

Grant in 2014
Acumyn Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in developing radiology software for the medical equipment sector. Founded in 2014, Acumyn focuses on creating solutions that enhance quality assurance processes in radiotherapy departments. Its flagship product, AQUA, is a web-based quality assurance management software designed to streamline workflows and reduce the resources needed for QA protocols. The platform automates and standardizes testing procedures, ensuring clinics can run tests efficiently and maintain high confidence in their equipment. AQUA features out-of-the-box test protocols and flexible scripting options, making it adaptable to the specific needs of various clinics. As of July 2018, Acumyn operates as a subsidiary of Elekta AB, further integrating its innovative solutions within the radiotherapy landscape.

QReserve

Seed Round in 2014
QReserve is a platform that helps organizations manage, promote, and share resources such as meeting rooms, equipment, and facilities. It provides analytics tools to track utilization rates, revenues, capacity, and performance. The platform enables users to discover, access, and book these resources, serving notable clients like SickKids, UBC Okanagan, and McMaster University.

VISR

Seed Round in 2014
VISR Inc., based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in AI-driven solutions for online child safety. It analyzes vast amounts of social media interactions to identify and alert parents about potential issues such as bullying or mental health concerns. The company's key products include a Context Processing Engine for understanding conversational text tone and patterns, FORENSICS for detecting problematic content, and child safety applications. As of May 31, 2018, VISR operates as a subsidiary of SafeToNet Limited.
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