Export Development Canada

Export Development Canada (EDC) is an export credit agency established in 1944 and headquartered in Ottawa, Ontario. The organization is dedicated to supporting and enhancing Canada's export trade by facilitating international business opportunities for Canadian companies, both large and small. EDC offers a range of financial services, including trade financing, export credit insurance, and secured loans, specifically designed to assist Canadian exporters, investors, and their international buyers. Additionally, EDC engages in private equity and venture capital investments, further contributing to the growth and competitiveness of Canadian businesses in the global market.

Hozefa Abbas

Investment Partner

Erik Brien-Wright

Partner

Sean Brownlee

Director

Carl Burlock

Executive Vice President and Chief Business Officer

Isabela Murillo

Investment Manager

Richard Pinnock

Chief Diversity Officer and Director

Julie Pottier

senior Vice President

Eric Siegel

COO

Gabriel Sirois

Partner

Stephen Wilhelm

Lead Investment Manager, Equity

Past deals in Electric Vehicle

Peak Power

Series A in 2021
Peak’s AI-powered software enables intelligent energy in smart cities by optimizing synthetic, stationary, and mobile batteries to act as grid resources. Peak’s solutions reduce operating costs and the environmental footprint of our clients while decreasing strain on the grid.

Peak Power

Venture Round in 2021
Peak’s AI-powered software enables intelligent energy in smart cities by optimizing synthetic, stationary, and mobile batteries to act as grid resources. Peak’s solutions reduce operating costs and the environmental footprint of our clients while decreasing strain on the grid.

FLO

Series C in 2020
FLO operates an electric vehicle charging network to provide smart charging services. Its platform helps to overcome climate change and accelerate EV adoption through a vertically integrated business model.

SWTCH

Seed Round in 2020
SWTCH Energy Inc. provides electric vehicle (EV) charging and energy management solutions tailored for high-density urban environments. Founded in 2016 and based in Toronto, Canada, the company focuses on facilitating the transition to electric mobility by offering services for multi-residential, workplace, commercial, retail, and residential settings. Its innovative platform optimizes charger usage through features such as intelligent load management, real-time usage analytics, and seamless integration with existing electrical systems. SWTCH is dedicated to improving EV charging accessibility, thereby supporting the growing demand for electric vehicles and promoting sustainability. By enhancing charging infrastructure, the company aims to attract eco-conscious tenants, employees, and customers while delivering economic and environmental benefits associated with widespread EV adoption.

OTTO Motors

Series C in 2020
OTTO Motors, a subsidiary of Clearpath Robotics Inc., specializes in designing and developing autonomous mobile robots for material handling in manufacturing facilities and warehouses. Founded in 2015 and based in Kitchener, Canada, the company offers two primary products: the OTTO 100, which handles human-scale payloads like boxes and carts, and the OTTO 1500, designed for larger loads such as pallets and racks. These self-driving vehicles utilize infrastructure-free navigation to ensure safe and efficient transportation in dynamic production environments, with applications spanning various industries, including automotive, medical devices, aerospace, and logistics. OTTO Motors combines proprietary hardware, software, and services to enhance operational excellence for its customers.

Stromcore

Grant in 2019
Stromcore Energy Inc. is a manufacturer based in Mississauga, Canada, specializing in lithium-ion battery systems for industrial applications, particularly large forklifts. Founded in 2016, the company designs and produces a variety of UL-listed battery configurations tailored to meet specific needs, ensuring durability and compatibility with different forklift models. Stromcore's cutting-edge Battery Management System (BMS) allows for continuous updates and remote monitoring of individual battery modules, which helps maintain optimal operating conditions. Their products are noted for their fast charge rates, extended run times, active heating capabilities for cold environments, and superior cycle life, all contributing to energy efficiency in industrial settings.

EnergyPal

Seed Round in 2018
EnergyPal is a multinational company specializing in solar and battery energy solutions for residential and commercial properties. Founded in 2016 and based in Toronto, Canada, EnergyPal focuses on providing high-quality solar panel installations while assessing various factors including property specifics, energy modeling, and financial considerations. The company aims to deliver value and support to home and business owners by offering a range of industry-leading energy products and services. Through its innovative platform, EnergyPal facilitates customer choice and financial savings by leveraging lower pricing and efficient operational practices.

Orbitless

Grant in 2018
ORBITLESS™ is the first novel drivetrain technology in generations. The patent pending ORBITLESS™ Drive can be used in a variety of applications from Motion Control, Robotics, Electric vehicles, Wind Power or really anywhere gear motors are used . It can be an alternative to a Planetary Drives, Harmonic (strain-wave) or Spur Gearsets, or used in combination to derive the desired ideal gearbox. Available in single stage, multi-stage, high and low ratio configurations, the possibilities are endless. We work with leading innovative gearhead, power transmission, and gearmotor companies that are looking to maintain their competitive edge. Our company provides a technical consultancy service and a support network, to offer external clients transmission design, analysis, build and test engineering.

Corvus Energy

Debt Financing in 2017
Corvus Energy Ltd. engages in the research, development, manufacture, and supply of energy storage solutions for marine, oil and gas, and port applications. The company offers energy storage systems for hybrid and electric propulsion. Its services include technical support, spare parts, extended warranty, recycling, field service, training, consulting, upgrades, and concierge service agreement. The company serves cruise and ferry, offshore, fishing and aquaculture, tugs and workboats, subsea, merchant, and port markets. Corvus Energy Ltd. was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Richmond, Canada.

Encycle

Venture Round in 2016
Encycle Corporation specializes in wireless electrical demand management and automated demand response solutions tailored for commercial and industrial facilities. The company provides wireless controllers that optimize electrical demand across various equipment, including electric vehicle chargers. Its products are applicable in a diverse range of settings such as retail spaces, offices, theaters, schools, and warehouses. Encycle's technology enables users to manage and reduce energy consumption by coordinating the operation of electrical loads like heaters, fans, and chillers. Founded in 2005 and based in Toronto, Canada, with additional locations in California and the United Kingdom, Encycle also offers its solutions through distributors in California and New York. The company has established a strategic partnership with Ayla Networks and was previously known as REGEN Energy Inc. before rebranding in 2015.

Encycle

Series B in 2014
Encycle Corporation specializes in wireless electrical demand management and automated demand response solutions tailored for commercial and industrial facilities. The company provides wireless controllers that optimize electrical demand across various equipment, including electric vehicle chargers. Its products are applicable in a diverse range of settings such as retail spaces, offices, theaters, schools, and warehouses. Encycle's technology enables users to manage and reduce energy consumption by coordinating the operation of electrical loads like heaters, fans, and chillers. Founded in 2005 and based in Toronto, Canada, with additional locations in California and the United Kingdom, Encycle also offers its solutions through distributors in California and New York. The company has established a strategic partnership with Ayla Networks and was previously known as REGEN Energy Inc. before rebranding in 2015.
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