Export Development Canada

Export Development Canada (EDC) is a Crown corporation established in 1944 and headquartered in Ottawa, Ontario. It serves as an export credit agency focused on supporting Canadian businesses of all sizes in their international endeavors. EDC offers a range of services to facilitate global trade, including financial solutions, trade financing, export credit insurance, and risk management tools. The organization aims to enhance Canada's export trade by providing businesses with the necessary resources, such as industry knowledge and connections, to pursue international market opportunities confidently. In addition to its core services, EDC supports small and medium-sized enterprises through secured loans and other financial products, thereby fostering growth and development in the Canadian economy.

Hozefa Abbas

Investment Partner

Lissa Bjerkelund

Vice President, Investments and Mid-Market Lending

Erik Brien-Wright

Partner

Sean Brownlee

Director

Carl Burlock

Executive Vice President and Chief Business Officer

Guillermo Freire

Senior Vice President, Mid-Market

Dan Mancuso

Senior Vice President, Financing and Investments

Isabela Murillo

Investment Manager

Richard Pinnock

Chief Diversity Officer and Director

Julie Pottier

senior Vice President

Eric Siegel

COO

Gabriel Sirois

Partner

Stephen Wilhelm

Regional Vice President

Past deals in Ontario

Vidyard

Venture Round in 2024
Vidyard is a video platform designed to assist businesses in enhancing communication and driving revenue through online video. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Kitchener, Ontario, Vidyard goes beyond simple video hosting and management by enabling organizations to engage viewers more effectively, track individual viewing activities, and convert those views into actionable outcomes. The platform supports businesses in creating interactive and personalized video experiences, helping them expand their content usage and ultimately turn viewers into customers. Major global companies, including Honeywell, LinkedIn, and Citibank, utilize Vidyard to enhance their video content strategies.

Maple Leaf Foods

Post in 2023
Maple Leaf Foods Inc. is a prominent consumer protein company that offers a diverse range of high-quality food products. Its portfolio includes well-known brands such as Maple Leaf, Maple Leaf Prime, Maple Leaf Natural Selections, Schneiders, and Lightlife, among others. The company specializes in prepared meats, ready-to-cook meals, value-added fresh pork and poultry, as well as plant-based protein products. With a workforce of approximately 11,500 employees, Maple Leaf Foods operates primarily in Canada, the United States, Japan, and China. Headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario, it is recognized for its commitment to innovation and quality in the food industry.

Vive Crop Protection

Series C in 2023
Vive Crop Protection, Inc. is a Canadian company that develops and markets a range of crop protection products, including fungicides, insecticides, and nematicides. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario, with additional operations in Boston and Calgary, the company focuses on creating effective and sustainable pesticides for both organic and non-organic farming. Vive Crop Protection employs its innovative Allosperse Delivery System, which enhances the targeting and performance of pesticide active ingredients. This technology allows farmers to optimize their use of pesticides, improving crop quality and yields while promoting increased productivity and sustainability on farms. The company's products are designed to integrate easily with liquid fertilizers and other chemicals, aiding in the control of diseases affecting various crops, including sugar beets, dry beans, alfalfa, potatoes, and corn.

Symend

Series C in 2022
Symend Inc. is a company that specializes in debt recovery solutions through its innovative software platform. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Calgary, Canada, with additional offices in Toronto and Denver, Symend focuses on enhancing the debt collection process by utilizing automation, predictive analytics, and behavioral science. The platform aims to minimize debt delinquency while ensuring a positive experience for all stakeholders. It offers tools for treatment planning, campaign management, and self-service options, allowing businesses in sectors such as financial services, telecommunications, and utilities to engage customers effectively. By creating personalized interactions, Symend empowers individuals to manage their debts through flexible repayment options, ultimately fostering better financial outcomes and strengthening customer relationships.

Vive Crop Protection

Series C in 2022
Vive Crop Protection, Inc. is a Canadian company that develops and markets a range of crop protection products, including fungicides, insecticides, and nematicides. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario, with additional operations in Boston and Calgary, the company focuses on creating effective and sustainable pesticides for both organic and non-organic farming. Vive Crop Protection employs its innovative Allosperse Delivery System, which enhances the targeting and performance of pesticide active ingredients. This technology allows farmers to optimize their use of pesticides, improving crop quality and yields while promoting increased productivity and sustainability on farms. The company's products are designed to integrate easily with liquid fertilizers and other chemicals, aiding in the control of diseases affecting various crops, including sugar beets, dry beans, alfalfa, potatoes, and corn.

iRestify

Seed Round in 2022
iRestify Inc. is a Toronto-based company that provides cleaning, disinfecting, and maintenance services to property managers across Canada. Founded in 2015, iRestify operates an enterprise-level facilities management platform designed to enhance productivity for property managers while improving tenant experiences. The platform connects customers with trusted service providers, streamlining communication and operations in the property management sector. By leveraging digital workflows, iRestify simplifies the management of cleaning services, enabling property managers to efficiently deliver high-quality service to their tenants.

LeddarTech

Series D in 2022
LeddarTech Inc. specializes in advanced detection and ranging systems using time-of-flight measurement technology with infrared LEDs. The company offers a range of smart sensor modules, including single-element and multi-element systems tailored for various applications, such as industrial, traffic management, and smart home solutions. LeddarTech's technology is particularly focused on enhancing advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving by providing perception solutions that integrate data from various sensor types, including cameras and radar. Their flagship platform, LeddarVision™, facilitates the creation of comprehensive 3D environmental models, addressing critical challenges in environmental sensing and perception. With over 140 patents granted or pending, LeddarTech is committed to innovation in the automotive sector, serving original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and automotive suppliers to accelerate development cycles and improve time-to-market. Founded in 2007 and based in Quebec City, Canada, the company also maintains a research and development office in Toronto.

RenoRun

Series B in 2022
RenoRun is building the world's largest single source platform for general contractors to purchase materials. Their mobile-friendly platform is a one-stop-shop when it comes to construction material supply. This app is revolutionizing the construction industry by maximizing productivity, saving contractors wasted run-around hours, and allowing their clients to leave their competition in the dust. Their trained runners will collect and deliver the desired materials to the job site. RenoRun was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with offices in Toronto and Austin, Texas.

Nicoya Lifesciences

Series A in 2021
Nicoya Lifesciences Inc. is a Canadian company based in Kitchener that specializes in developing advanced sensor products for the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Founded in 2012, Nicoya creates instruments designed to analyze biomolecular interactions, including proteins, antibodies, DNA, RNA, and small molecules. Their product lineup includes surface plasmon resonance (SPR) instruments, spectrophotometers, sensor chips, reagents, and accessories, as well as the OpenSPR, a personal label-free biomolecular analysis instrument. In addition to hardware, Nicoya offers software solutions for real-time kinetic analysis, instrument control, and optical peak tracking, enhancing the capabilities of their analytical tools.

Swift Medical

Series B in 2021
Swift Medical Inc. is a Toronto-based company specializing in digital wound care technology aimed at enhancing the prevention, treatment, and management of wounds. Its flagship product, a mobile application called Swift, enables healthcare providers to accurately measure and document wound progression through advanced imaging and real-time image sharing. The application employs artificial intelligence to assess wound characteristics, including circumference and type, facilitating comprehensive analysis for wound specialists. By providing standardized and accessible wound care solutions, Swift Medical aims to improve patient outcomes and support healthcare providers in delivering effective wound management.

P&P Optica

Series B in 2021
P&P Optica Inc. is a food processing solutions company based in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, founded in 1995. The company specializes in developing Smart Imaging Systems that leverage patented hyperspectral imaging combined with artificial intelligence to analyze and sort food in real time. Its technology assesses various qualities of food, including tenderness, moisture, and fat content, while also identifying foreign materials such as plastics that traditional systems may miss. By providing detailed insights into food composition, P&P Optica aims to enhance food safety and quality, ultimately benefiting businesses within the food processing industry and similar sectors.

Peak Power

Series A in 2021
Peak Power Inc. is a Toronto-based energy storage services provider established in 2015, with operations in New York, New England, and California. The company specializes in intelligent software solutions, notably its flagship platform, Peak Synergy, which optimizes energy management for commercial real estate and industrial clients. By focusing on battery energy storage systems, grid-interactive buildings, and electric vehicles, Peak Power helps customers minimize operational costs, reduce emissions, and participate in energy markets by selling energy back to the grid. The software is designed to enhance existing revenue streams and adapt to evolving market conditions, while the company's services encompass project development, construction, operation, financing, and maintenance. Peak Synergy has been deployed across over 13 million square feet of real estate, managing approximately 150 MWh of combined battery and electric vehicle capacity.

Chickapea

Venture Round in 2019
Chickapea is a producer of healthy food products headquartered in Collingwood, Ontario, Canada. Founded in 2015, the company specializes in pasta made entirely from organic chickpeas and lentils, offering a nutritious, gluten-free, and vegan alternative to traditional pasta. Chickapea's products are designed to be rich in protein, fiber, iron, and essential nutrients, catering to families facing time constraints, picky eaters, allergies, and health issues. Additionally, the company provides a food service line for restaurants, schools, and hospitals. By focusing on plant-based proteins, Chickapea aims to promote healthier eating while contributing to environmental sustainability by reducing greenhouse gas emissions, conserving water, and minimizing deforestation. Their mission is to simplify healthy eating by reinventing comfort foods with only nutritious, organic ingredients.

Influitive

Venture Round in 2019
Influitive Corporation specializes in advocate marketing software solutions for business-to-business (B2B) software and technology firms globally. Its flagship product, AdvocateHub, facilitates the creation of advocate communities where customers, partners, and employees engage in activities such as referrals, reference calls, and product reviews. This platform enhances marketing and sales efforts by harnessing customer enthusiasm and integrating with Salesforce to track participants' activities. In addition to its software, Influitive offers consulting services that provide coaching and training for organizations looking to implement or enhance their advocate marketing strategies. The AdvocateHub software can be accessed via a web portal, integrated into client websites, or used on mobile through the Maven app. Founded in 2010 and based in Toronto, Canada, with additional offices in Menlo Park, California, and Boston, Massachusetts, Influitive aims to help companies build trust and commitment across various communication channels.

SOL Cuisine

Venture Round in 2018
Sol Cuisine Inc. is a Canadian company based in Mississauga, established in 1980, that specializes in the production of vegetarian, vegan, halal, gluten-free, and organic frozen and fresh meat alternatives. The company's product range includes items such as fattoush salad, various aioli sauces, vegan maki, vegan poutine, and savory morning swirls. Sol Cuisine aims to create high-quality, delicious foods using local and environmentally sustainable ingredients, providing consumers with nutritious and animal-friendly options that are designed to be superior to both meat-based products and other plant-based alternatives.

Vive Crop Protection

Debt Financing in 2018
Vive Crop Protection, Inc. is a Canadian company that develops and markets a range of crop protection products, including fungicides, insecticides, and nematicides. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario, with additional operations in Boston and Calgary, the company focuses on creating effective and sustainable pesticides for both organic and non-organic farming. Vive Crop Protection employs its innovative Allosperse Delivery System, which enhances the targeting and performance of pesticide active ingredients. This technology allows farmers to optimize their use of pesticides, improving crop quality and yields while promoting increased productivity and sustainability on farms. The company's products are designed to integrate easily with liquid fertilizers and other chemicals, aiding in the control of diseases affecting various crops, including sugar beets, dry beans, alfalfa, potatoes, and corn.

ecobee

Series C in 2018
ecobee, Inc. is a Canadian company based in Toronto that specializes in manufacturing Wi-Fi enabled smart thermostats and light automation equipment for both residential and commercial use. Founded in 2007, ecobee offers a range of products including the SmartThermostat with voice control, ecobee3 lite, SmartSensor, and ecobee Switch+. These devices allow users to customize temperature settings and manage their energy consumption remotely via a mobile application available on various platforms such as iOS and Android. By providing intelligent energy management solutions, ecobee aims to enhance comfort while promoting energy conservation, thus enabling customers to understand and reduce their energy usage effectively. The company sells its products primarily through online channels.

Muse

Series B in 2017
Muse, developed by InteraXon, is a neurotechnology company that produces a headband designed to provide real-time feedback on brain activity during meditation. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, the company specializes in brain-computer interfaces, utilizing research-grade ambulatory electroencephalograms and EEG sensors. Muse’s technology captures brainwaves and translates them into digital signals, which are then processed to deliver insights on mental activity, heart rate, breathing, and body movements. This data enables users to enhance their meditation practices and mindfulness, fostering a deeper connection with their mental and physical states. Through its innovative hardware and software platform, Muse aims to support users in achieving greater mental clarity and well-being.

Encycle

Venture Round in 2016
Encycle Corporation specializes in wireless electrical demand management and automated demand response solutions for commercial and industrial facilities. The company offers advanced demand management controllers that optimize the peak electrical demand of various building equipment, including electric vehicle chargers. Its products are applicable in a wide range of settings such as retail stores, offices, theaters, schools, and food processing plants. Encycle’s technology utilizes swarm-logic controllers that communicate with electrical loads to reduce demand effectively, enhancing energy efficiency. The company markets its solutions directly and through distributors in California and New York. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Encycle also has offices in San Marcos, California, and Taunton, United Kingdom. The company has established a strategic partnership with Ayla Networks to further enhance its offerings. Encycle was previously known as REGEN Energy Inc. before rebranding in November 2015.

PostBeyond

Series A in 2016
PostBeyond Inc. is a Toronto-based company that offers a social media engagement and advocacy platform, enabling employees to share approved corporate content through their personal networks. Founded in 2013, the company's software provides various solutions, including marketing tools that enhance brand visibility, sales solutions that support lead generation and target content delivery, and human resource solutions aimed at empowering employees and strengthening employer branding. By fostering knowledge sharing and breaking down organizational silos, PostBeyond's platform helps businesses adapt to the evolving workplace landscape. The company has established partnerships with notable organizations such as Molson Coors, Starbucks, and BMO, highlighting its commitment to facilitating effective communication and employee engagement.

Influitive

Series B in 2016
Influitive Corporation specializes in advocate marketing software solutions for business-to-business (B2B) software and technology firms globally. Its flagship product, AdvocateHub, facilitates the creation of advocate communities where customers, partners, and employees engage in activities such as referrals, reference calls, and product reviews. This platform enhances marketing and sales efforts by harnessing customer enthusiasm and integrating with Salesforce to track participants' activities. In addition to its software, Influitive offers consulting services that provide coaching and training for organizations looking to implement or enhance their advocate marketing strategies. The AdvocateHub software can be accessed via a web portal, integrated into client websites, or used on mobile through the Maven app. Founded in 2010 and based in Toronto, Canada, with additional offices in Menlo Park, California, and Boston, Massachusetts, Influitive aims to help companies build trust and commitment across various communication channels.

ScribbleLive

Series D in 2015
ScribbleLive is a content cloud provider headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, that specializes in helping companies manage their content lifecycle. Founded in 2008, the company offers a comprehensive platform designed to empower businesses to create premium content at scale. ScribbleLive's services include content strategy, creative services, implementation, integration, and IT support, enabling clients to effectively engage with their audiences. The platform features capabilities for liveblogging, real-time journalism, and on-the-fly storytelling, allowing organizations to leverage data and creativity for impactful content creation. Through its managed services, ScribbleLive provides program and campaign coverage, complete with dashboards and program reporting, ensuring clients can achieve predictable results in their content efforts.

Pagecloud

Seed Round in 2015
PageCloud Inc. is a cloud-based content management system based in Ottawa, Canada, founded in 2013. The company offers a browser-based platform that enables users to design, build, and launch websites and online stores. Its services include search optimization, marketing tool integration, and customizable forms to help businesses engage with their audiences effectively. PageCloud's collaborative tools facilitate a seamless website creation process, allowing designers and creators to customize their online presence according to their specific needs. This platform is tailored to support businesses in achieving success in the digital landscape.

Influicity

Seed Round in 2015
Influicity Corporation operates an influencer exchange and campaign management platform designed for marketers, agencies, and publishers. The platform offers data and insights on influencers, allowing users to search, book, measure, and collaborate with them across various social media channels, including YouTube, Twitter, and Instagram. This service enables advertisers to connect with influencers for product placements and other marketing initiatives. Additionally, Influicity supports collaboration among marketers, media buyers, advertising sales teams, production companies, publishers, and talent representatives, facilitating the engagement with content creators and distributors. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with an office in Los Angeles, Influicity aims to enhance brand marketing through technology, data analytics, and artificial intelligence, transforming influencer marketing into a measurable media operation.

Ranovus

Series B in 2014
Ranovus is a provider of advanced interconnect solutions for data centers and communications networks, focusing on multi-terabit capabilities. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Ottawa, Ontario, the company develops optoelectronics components and transceiver subsystems that utilize Quantum Dot Multi-Wavelength Laser technology in conjunction with digital and photonics integrated circuit technologies. This innovative approach aims to establish new industry standards for power efficiency, compactness, and cost-effectiveness in optical interconnect solutions, addressing the growing demands of the telecommunications sector for enhanced connectivity alternatives.

Encycle

Series B in 2014
Encycle Corporation specializes in wireless electrical demand management and automated demand response solutions for commercial and industrial facilities. The company offers advanced demand management controllers that optimize the peak electrical demand of various building equipment, including electric vehicle chargers. Its products are applicable in a wide range of settings such as retail stores, offices, theaters, schools, and food processing plants. Encycle’s technology utilizes swarm-logic controllers that communicate with electrical loads to reduce demand effectively, enhancing energy efficiency. The company markets its solutions directly and through distributors in California and New York. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Encycle also has offices in San Marcos, California, and Taunton, United Kingdom. The company has established a strategic partnership with Ayla Networks to further enhance its offerings. Encycle was previously known as REGEN Energy Inc. before rebranding in November 2015.

ScribbleLive

Series C in 2014
ScribbleLive is a content cloud provider headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, that specializes in helping companies manage their content lifecycle. Founded in 2008, the company offers a comprehensive platform designed to empower businesses to create premium content at scale. ScribbleLive's services include content strategy, creative services, implementation, integration, and IT support, enabling clients to effectively engage with their audiences. The platform features capabilities for liveblogging, real-time journalism, and on-the-fly storytelling, allowing organizations to leverage data and creativity for impactful content creation. Through its managed services, ScribbleLive provides program and campaign coverage, complete with dashboards and program reporting, ensuring clients can achieve predictable results in their content efforts.

ScribbleLive

Series B in 2013
ScribbleLive is a content cloud provider headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, that specializes in helping companies manage their content lifecycle. Founded in 2008, the company offers a comprehensive platform designed to empower businesses to create premium content at scale. ScribbleLive's services include content strategy, creative services, implementation, integration, and IT support, enabling clients to effectively engage with their audiences. The platform features capabilities for liveblogging, real-time journalism, and on-the-fly storytelling, allowing organizations to leverage data and creativity for impactful content creation. Through its managed services, ScribbleLive provides program and campaign coverage, complete with dashboards and program reporting, ensuring clients can achieve predictable results in their content efforts.

Solantro Semiconductor

Series A in 2012
Solantro Semiconductor Corp. is a semiconductor company based in Ottawa, Canada, specializing in the design and manufacture of integrated circuits for grid applications, particularly in the renewable energy sector. Founded in 2009, the company develops advanced power management chipsets, including analog power managers, maximizer DC controllers, and micro-inverter controllers. These chipsets enhance the functionality of solar panels, transforming them into integrated power generators. Solantro's products support applications such as DC-AC micro-inverters, DC-DC power optimizers, and intelligent photovoltaic (PV) module safety disconnects. In addition to hardware, the company offers software development tools to facilitate the integration of its semiconductor solutions into power electronics and smart grid systems. Solantro serves various clients in the renewable energy and power electronics industries, leveraging its expertise in system architecture and power conversion to promote scalable and efficient energy solutions.

Liquid Computing

Series B in 2006
Liquid Computing Corp. develops converged communications and computing platforms. It designs and develops LiquidIQ, a computing infrastructure that offers IT infrastructure and data centers management, and software-based control of servers, as well as storage and networking resources. The company was founded in 2003 and is based in Ottawa, Canada with an additional office in Stamford, Connecticut.

Liquid Computing

Series A in 2005
Liquid Computing Corp. develops converged communications and computing platforms. It designs and develops LiquidIQ, a computing infrastructure that offers IT infrastructure and data centers management, and software-based control of servers, as well as storage and networking resources. The company was founded in 2003 and is based in Ottawa, Canada with an additional office in Stamford, Connecticut.

Nakina Systems

Series B in 2005
Nakina Systems Inc. develops network integrity management software solutions for the global telecommunications industry. The company's product lineup includes NI-Guardian, a security solution that centralizes access control and security policy enforcement; NI-Collector, which discovers and reconciles physical and logical inventory from managed devices; NI-Controller, designed for automated software audits against established standards in diverse network environments; and NI-DEFENDER, a cybersecurity tool that helps service providers identify and mitigate network security threats. Nakina also offers the Nakina Adapter SDK for creating and debugging device adapters, along with various services such as installation, custom development, integration, network operations outsourcing, and training. These solutions enable service providers to efficiently launch new services and expand their networks by automating equipment discovery, inventory reconciliation, software auditing, and centralized security management. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, Nakina Systems operates as a subsidiary of Nokia Corporation.
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