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Félix & Paul studios is focused on the creation of cinematic virtual reality experiences. Led by directors and visual artists Félix Lajeunesse and Paul Raphaël, the Montreal-based studio has developed an industry-leading technology platform for virtual reality filming and a unique, pioneering and in-depth approach to the new art of virtual reality storytelling. The studio’s creations set the highest quality standards in the field and offer viewers a fully immersive sense of presence, time and space yet to be achieved on any other media platform. In 2006, the two directors first joined creative forces to produce award-winning stereoscopic 3D films, multimedia installations and commercials across the globe. Today, Félix and Paul, alongside a fully-operating team of artists, software developers and engineers, have developed a proprietary 3D 360º camera with accompanying software, which set the industry standard for the highest-quality VR filmmaking. As producers of both original content or in collaboration with existing intellectual properties—audiences are invited into intimate, visceral and emotive cinematic experiences. This new kind of storytelling offers viewers a fully immersive sense of presence, time and space yet to be achieved on any other media platform. Recently, the studio announced a content creation partnership with Oculus, and directed and co-produced Jurassic World: Apatosaurus with Universal Studios and Inside the Box of Kurios alongside Cirque du Soleil Media. Félix & Paul Studios launched in 2013as a two-person venture and has since grown into a fully-operating team of twenty artisans.

Breathe Life Inc. is a Montreal-based company that designs and develops a software platform specifically for the life insurance industry. Founded in 2017, it offers an enterprise Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution that facilitates the digital distribution of life and health insurance policies, eliminating the need for traditional brokers. The platform features a streamlined, single-session quote creation and application process, allowing consumers to independently explore financial products, identify their needs, and complete purchases online. By providing an end-to-end system, Breathe Life enhances the speed of policy delivery and helps insurers reduce operational costs, thereby improving overall efficiency in the distribution of financial security products.

Aquantix is a technology company based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, founded in 2017 by Steven Fortier and Toby Messier. The company specializes in location-based analytics that quantifies climate risks for asset managers and owners. By leveraging artificial intelligence, satellite, and geographic data, Aquantix's platform estimates the potential impact on asset valuation, including possible losses and the likelihood of adverse effects. The company also provides data visualizations to support analysis, enabling portfolio managers to assess the long-term risks associated with their assets effectively.

Moka (previously Mylo) is Canada’s #1 saving and investing app and we're on a mission to help people around the world achieve their financial goals. Moka makes it easy to save more, spend less, and invest smarter. The Moka app automatically rounds up your everyday purchases and invests the spare change, which makes it possible for everyone to start investing with no minimum investment, lifestyle change or financial knowledge required. Since launching in 2017, the app has been downloaded by 750,000 Canadians and earned thousands of 5-star reviews. In 2020, the company rebranded from Mylo to Moka and expanded to France to make it possible for more people to round up —but investing spare change is just the first Moka feature designed to help people save more, spend less, and invest smarter. Moka is developing new products driven by AI and human expertise that will reduce expenses, accelerate debt repayment, provide financial coaching, deliver valuable cashback rewards, and ultimately empower everyone to make the most of their money.

Dialogue Health Technologies operates a comprehensive virtual care platform that provides employee wellness and health solutions for Canadian employers. Founded in 2016 and based in Montreal, the company offers a variety of services aimed at enhancing employee engagement and health. Its platform allows employees to interact with healthcare professionals, including nurses and doctors, for support in physical and mental health. Additionally, the platform facilitates care navigation, medication delivery, and referrals to specialists. By empowering employees to take charge of their health, Dialogue Health Technologies helps businesses create a healthier workforce, leading to increased productivity and overall employee satisfaction.

Enerkem Inc. is a cleantech company based in Montreal, Canada, specializing in the production of renewable biofuels and chemicals derived from waste materials. The company utilizes a proprietary thermochemical process to convert non-recyclable municipal solid waste into cellulosic ethanol and other renewable chemicals. Over a decade of research has validated Enerkem's technology, which addresses issues related to oil dependence and waste disposal. The company operates advanced facilities that support its business model of producing biofuels profitably from a diverse range of feedstocks. Enerkem is majority-owned by a mix of institutional and clean-technology investors, including various venture capital firms and industrial investors. With a workforce of approximately 170 employees across Canada and the United States, Enerkem is committed to transforming waste into sustainable energy solutions.

NestReady Inc. is a real estate technology company that creates an integrated marketplace for mortgage lenders and homebuyers, enhancing the home buying experience. Founded in 2012 and based in Montreal, Canada, NestReady's platform connects all stages of the home buying journey, allowing lenders to build relationships with clients and track their progress effectively. By combining mortgage services with real estate, the platform simplifies the process for users, facilitating better understanding of client needs. This integration helps mortgage lenders reduce customer acquisition costs while improving conversion rates and retention on renewals. NestReady's white-label, plug-and-play solution enables lenders to offer a comprehensive home buying service directly on their own websites.

Fresche Solutions Inc. is a legacy management company that specializes in modernizing business-critical applications. It provides a comprehensive suite of tools and services, including the X-Analysis software for managing the IBM i lifecycle, iModernize for transforming AS/400 RPG and COBOL applications into modern architectures like Microsoft and Java, and the Newlook suite aimed at enhancing traditional IBM i systems. Additionally, the company offers business intelligence and development tools, as well as HP e3000 modernization solutions. Fresche Solutions also delivers consulting and technical support services, focusing on application and database modernization, project management, and ongoing application support. With a commitment to strategy and productivity, the company serves a diverse clientele in Canada and internationally. Founded in 1976 and based in Montreal, Canada, Fresche Solutions has expanded its operations with offices in several locations, including the United States, Australia, India, and the United Kingdom. Previously known as Fresche Legacy Inc., the company rebranded in April 2017.

Dialogue Health Technologies operates a comprehensive virtual care platform that provides employee wellness and health solutions for Canadian employers. Founded in 2016 and based in Montreal, the company offers a variety of services aimed at enhancing employee engagement and health. Its platform allows employees to interact with healthcare professionals, including nurses and doctors, for support in physical and mental health. Additionally, the platform facilitates care navigation, medication delivery, and referrals to specialists. By empowering employees to take charge of their health, Dialogue Health Technologies helps businesses create a healthier workforce, leading to increased productivity and overall employee satisfaction.

Falco Resources Ltd. is a junior resource exploration company based in Montreal, Canada, focused on the acquisition and exploration of mineral properties, particularly in the Rouyn-Noranda mining camp in Québec. The company holds approximately 74,000 hectares of land, which constitutes about 70% of the camp, and includes the significant Horne 5 Project located in the historical Horne mine complex. Falco Resources employs advanced data mining techniques to leverage over 80 years of historical mining data, which has facilitated the rediscovery of the Horne 5 deposit. This deposit has an inferred mineral resource estimate of 2.15 million ounces of gold (equivalent to 2.8 million ounces of gold) and includes significant quantities of copper and zinc. The company is dedicated to exploring for base and precious metals, including gold, silver, copper, and zinc, within its extensive property holdings.

Element AI Inc. is an artificial intelligence company that provides solutions for organizations seeking to leverage AI and machine learning technologies. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with an additional office in Toronto, the company operates an AI as a Service (AIaaS) platform, allowing businesses to launch and incubate AI solutions in collaboration with large corporations. Element AI focuses on delivering AI software products that enhance decision-making and operational efficiency across various sectors, including insurance, banking, manufacturing, logistics, retail, and consumer packaged goods. The company emphasizes research and development, maintaining strong ties to academia, and engages in policy discussions regarding the societal impacts of technology. Through its offerings, Element AI aims to help clients unlock insights, accelerate the adoption of AI, and improve overall business performance with explainable solutions.