BuildDirect Technologies Inc. operates an online marketplace that connects homeowners and home improvement professionals in North America with global suppliers of building materials. Founded in 1999 and based in Vancouver, Canada, the company offers a wide range of products, including flooring, decking, tiles, and other building materials. Its platform facilitates the buying and selling of these materials, enhancing accessibility for consumers and professionals alike. BuildDirect's services also include BuildDirect Gateway, a global supply chain platform that provides third parties with access to advanced warehousing and logistics solutions, streamlining the shipping process from manufacturing to last-mile delivery. The company generates the majority of its revenue from its primary platform in the United States.
MaRS Discovery District
Grant in 2024
MaRS Discovery District is a non-profit organization based in Toronto, Canada, dedicated to fostering high-growth companies within the knowledge economy. Established in 2000, it serves as an urban innovation hub that brings together a diverse community of approximately 2,500 individuals from various sectors, including life sciences, information technology, clean technology, and healthcare. MaRS provides support to entrepreneurs through advisory services, market intelligence, and access to capital, as well as facilitating connections to talent and customers. By partnering with researchers, businesses, and government entities, MaRS aims to accelerate the development of innovative solutions and drive economic growth in Canada.
Doman Building Materials Group
Post in 2024
Doman Building Materials Group is a prominent Canadian wholesale distributor specializing in building materials, home renovation products, and hardware. The company serves various sectors, including new home construction, home renovation, and the industrial market, supplying a diverse range of products to retailers, lumberyards, and home improvement centers. Doman's extensive product line includes structural, exterior, interior, and specialty items designed to meet the needs of builders and homeowners engaged in new construction, repair, and remodeling projects. Additionally, the company is involved in timber ownership and manages private timberlands and forest licenses, offering services such as agricultural post-peeling and wood pressure treating. Doman Building Materials Group operates primarily in Canada and the United States, emphasizing quality and value across all its offerings.
TFI International
Post in 2024
TFI International Inc is a transportation and logistics company based in Canada, operating across North America through four primary segments: package and courier, less-than-truckload, truckload, and logistics. Established in 1957 and headquartered in Saint Laurent, Quebec, TFI International offers a comprehensive range of services, including the transportation and delivery of goods, which caters to various industries such as insurance, optical, financial, travel, dental, and legal sectors. The company's package and courier segment manages a significant volume of deliveries, while the less-than-truckload and truckload segments handle varying sizes of shipments, utilizing specialized trucks for different needs. Additionally, TFI International provides general logistics services, enhancing its operational efficiency and creating value for shareholders through strategic acquisitions and a robust network of wholly-owned subsidiaries. The majority of its revenue is generated from Canadian operations, with a notable presence in the United States.
Cipher Pharmaceuticals
Post in 2023
Cipher Pharmaceuticals is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on developing improved formulations of existing drugs. The company targets specific markets to in-license products that utilize currently marketed molecules combined with innovative drug delivery technologies to enhance performance. Cipher's expertise lies in identifying product opportunities and managing the associated clinical and regulatory development processes. Its product portfolio includes dermatology products, hospital acute care products, and specialty medicines, among others. The company operates primarily in Canada and the United States and generates revenue by out-licensing its products to partners, thereby creating royalty streams.
Foodtastic
Debt Financing in 2022
Foodtastic is a Quebec-based franchisor that operates a diverse portfolio of restaurant concepts, including La Belle et La Boeuf, Carlos & Pepe's, Souvlaki Bar, Nickels, and Bacaro. With over 900 restaurants in its system generating more than $830 million in sales, Foodtastic is a prominent player in the restaurant industry. The company provides a variety of culinary styles and beverages, creating entertaining dining experiences for its customers. Additionally, Foodtastic is expanding its reach internationally, boasting over 100 restaurants outside of Canada.
TradeLogiq
Secondary Market in 2022
TradeLogiq is an operator and developer of an alternative trading system to serve the Canadian exchange-listed equities. It is an agile technology-driven company that operates state-of-the-art trading systems and delivers superior marketplace solutions that provide access to valuable liquidity. The company also provides market data and analytics to enable its clients to analyze their business more effectively to achieve suitable execution for investors and market participants.
Tealbook, Inc. is an online supplier knowledge management and procurement platform headquartered in Toronto, Canada. Founded in 2014, the company provides a centralized system that consolidates credible and up-to-date information about suppliers, enabling procurement teams to identify and connect with qualified suppliers. The platform offers a comprehensive view of supplier data, including company details, product offerings, diversity status, and client recommendations. It also integrates with various enterprise resource planning systems and procurement tools, enhancing the visibility and knowledge of preferred suppliers. Tealbook's innovations have garnered industry recognition, such as being included in the CIX Top 20 and the Gartner Cool Vendor list. Through its services, Tealbook aims to improve buyer-supplier relations and streamline the procurement process for enterprises.
ClearRisk
Debt Financing in 2021
ClearRisk, Inc. specializes in providing cloud-based software solutions tailored for the insurance industry in North America. Founded in 2006 and based in St. John's, Canada, the company offers three main products: ClearRisk Manager, an online platform that helps organizations develop and implement risk management plans; ClearRisk Tracker, designed for mid-market municipalities to manage insurance claims, exposures, incidents, and policies; and ClearRisk Underwriter, a web application that facilitates automation and collaboration for insurance brokers and underwriters. ClearRisk's solutions enable insurance professionals, including brokers and risk managers, to efficiently organize, analyze, and automate their risk and claims data, ultimately enhancing their risk management capabilities. The company was previously known as Livyer Enterprises Ltd. before rebranding in August 2008.
Dalriada Therapeutics
Grant in 2020
Dalriada Therapeutics Inc. is a Canadian company based in Mississauga, established in 2016. It specializes in the development of novel small molecule inhibitors targeting various medical conditions, including oncology, pain modulation, and neurodegenerative and neuroinflammatory disorders. The company employs a TURN-KEY model that integrates research and development with business strategy and intellectual property management, thereby supporting global innovators in the pharmaceutical industry.
Checkfront
Series A in 2020
Checkfront, Inc. is a cloud-based booking management and e-commerce platform designed for tour providers, accommodation managers, and rental businesses globally. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Victoria, Canada, with an additional office in Vancouver, Checkfront serves over 45,000 customers across 120 countries. The platform enables users to efficiently manage various aspects of their operations, including activities, tours, accommodations, events, and rentals, while also facilitating reservations and customer tracking. Operating on a Software as a Service model, Checkfront offers a fully managed solution that includes automated updates, backups, and robust security, ensuring high-speed and reliable service for its clients.
WayPay
Acquisition in 2019
WayPay Inc. is an online payment platform based in Burlington, Canada, established in 2014. The company specializes in simplifying accounts payable for businesses by integrating with various financial institutions and credit card accounts. Its platform automates the reconciliation of payments made to both local and international suppliers, catering primarily to small and medium enterprises. By streamlining the payment process, WayPay enables businesses to manage their expenses more efficiently and cost-effectively. As of July 2019, WayPay operates as a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada.
Drop is a personalized commerce platform that enhances consumer experiences by connecting users with over 400 partner brands to earn rewards for their purchases. The platform utilizes machine learning to tailor offers and recommendations, ensuring that consumers receive relevant rewards at optimal times. With a focus on serving Millennials and Generation Z, Drop facilitates a seamless shopping experience, allowing users to earn points on both online and offline transactions, as well as through survey completions. Headquartered in Toronto, Drop has expanded its reach to over 4 million members across North America and the UK, aiming to improve everyday consumer lives through its innovative e-commerce and fintech solutions.
Composites Vci
Venture Round in 2018
Composites Vci is a transportation environmental consulting company located in Saint-lin-laurentides.
Home Capital Group
Post in 2018
Home Trust is a federally regulated trust company offering residential and non-residential mortgage lending, securitization of insured residential mortgage products, consumer lending and credit card services. In addition, Home Trust offers deposits via brokers and financial planners, and through its direct to consumer deposit brand, Oaken Financial. Home Trust also conducts business through its wholly owned subsidiary, Home Bank. Licensed to conduct business across Canada, Home Trust has offices in Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia, Nova Scotia, Quebec and Manitoba.
CoPower
Venture Round in 2017
CoPower Inc., founded in 2013 and based in Canada, operates an online platform that facilitates clean energy investing. The company provides a crowdfunding service that allows investors to easily place capital into energy efficiency and renewable energy generation projects, which not only yield solid financial returns but also deliver measurable environmental benefits. Since late 2014, CoPower has successfully facilitated over $2.5 million in clean energy loans. As a Certified B Corporation, CoPower emphasizes its commitment to social and environmental performance. The platform aims to make impact investing accessible and straightforward for those interested in supporting sustainable energy initiatives.
Assent Compliance Inc. specializes in providing compliance software and data management solutions aimed at assisting manufacturers with product compliance, trade compliance, and sustainability management. Its offerings include a suite of tools such as Global Product Regulatory Software, Environmental Compliance Software, and Custom Compliance Survey Software, which facilitate the management of compliance portfolios, environmental regulations, and supplier communication. The company also features Inspection Software that enables the creation of custom compliance forms. Additionally, Assent provides services like regulatory compliance consulting, data procurement, and support for ethical supply chain initiatives. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, Assent is dedicated to helping businesses navigate complex regulatory environments while promoting responsible and sustainable practices within their supply chains.
Wave makes running a small business better by providing free accounting, invoicing, affordable credit card processing (payments) and payroll. Over 3 million small business owners, in more than 200 countries around the world, rely on WaveApps to run their business. Wave was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
Next AI
Venture Round in 2017
Next AI is a world-class founder and venture development acceleration network for AI-enabled startups. Founders can be part of the ecosystem from anywhere in Canada, following the program remotely or in-person from the Toronto or Montreal sites. Taking advantage of a renowned network of AI and business experts, Next AI provides support on both AI product development and market commercialisation. Each year, we identify the top early-stage teams developing ambitious AI-powered solutions and we provide them with the mentorship, education and network to have a global impact.
Assent Compliance Inc. specializes in providing compliance software and data management solutions aimed at assisting manufacturers with product compliance, trade compliance, and sustainability management. Its offerings include a suite of tools such as Global Product Regulatory Software, Environmental Compliance Software, and Custom Compliance Survey Software, which facilitate the management of compliance portfolios, environmental regulations, and supplier communication. The company also features Inspection Software that enables the creation of custom compliance forms. Additionally, Assent provides services like regulatory compliance consulting, data procurement, and support for ethical supply chain initiatives. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, Assent is dedicated to helping businesses navigate complex regulatory environments while promoting responsible and sustainable practices within their supply chains.
CoPower
Seed Round in 2015
CoPower Inc., founded in 2013 and based in Canada, operates an online platform that facilitates clean energy investing. The company provides a crowdfunding service that allows investors to easily place capital into energy efficiency and renewable energy generation projects, which not only yield solid financial returns but also deliver measurable environmental benefits. Since late 2014, CoPower has successfully facilitated over $2.5 million in clean energy loans. As a Certified B Corporation, CoPower emphasizes its commitment to social and environmental performance. The platform aims to make impact investing accessible and straightforward for those interested in supporting sustainable energy initiatives.
Neuromed Pharmaceuticals
Series E in 2007
Neuromed Pharmaceuticals is focused on the development, production, and marketing of pain therapies in Canada and the United States. Neuromed Pharmaceuticals was acquired by Zalicus in December 2009. Neuromed Pharmaceuticals was founded in 1998 and is based in Vancouver, Canada.
Neuromed Pharmaceuticals
Series D in 2006
Neuromed Pharmaceuticals is focused on the development, production, and marketing of pain therapies in Canada and the United States. Neuromed Pharmaceuticals was acquired by Zalicus in December 2009. Neuromed Pharmaceuticals was founded in 1998 and is based in Vancouver, Canada.
HighRoads
Series A in 2004
HighRoads, Inc. specializes in developing cloud-based benefits plan management and compliance solutions tailored for the health care market. Its flagship product, P2 Advance, is a SaaS-based enterprise solution that addresses the challenges faced by payers through comprehensive product and plan configuration, media management, and compliance document generation. The platform streamlines the entire product creation process, allowing clients to develop and launch new health care products quickly and efficiently, while ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements. By automating many manual processes, HighRoads enables payers to reduce administrative costs and focus on innovative offerings that meet customer demands. Founded in 1999 and originally named IE-Engine, Inc., HighRoads is headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts, with an additional office in Ottawa, Canada.
INEA Corporation
Series B in 2004
INEA Corporation is a private held company that provides performance management software solutions for the financial services industry. Its software offers enterprise planning, forecasting, modeling, profitability analytics, and management and regulatory reporting on a single integrated platform. The company also provides enterprise rollout, technical support, and training services. It has sales operations in North America and the United Kingdom. INEA Corporation is based in Toronto, Ontario and was founded in 1992.
Neuromed Pharmaceuticals
Series C in 2003
Neuromed Pharmaceuticals is focused on the development, production, and marketing of pain therapies in Canada and the United States. Neuromed Pharmaceuticals was acquired by Zalicus in December 2009. Neuromed Pharmaceuticals was founded in 1998 and is based in Vancouver, Canada.
Megawheels
Venture Round in 2001
Megawheels is a global technology solutions company that offers media platforms to the newspaper industry. The company offers custom branded market places for newspapers, magazines, cable companies, and television and radio stations and hosts national affiliate programs under its own brands. It also provides software solutions for the marketplace. Megawheels was founded in 1995 and is based in Alberta, Canada.
Xenon Pharmaceuticals
Venture Round in 2001
Xenon Pharmaceuticals Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Burnaby, Canada, focused on developing therapeutics for neurological disorders. The company's clinical pipeline includes several product candidates aimed at treating epilepsy, such as XEN496 and XEN1101, both Kv7 potassium channel modulators currently in Phase II trials, and XEN901, a selective Nav1.6 sodium channel inhibitor in Phase I trials. Additionally, Xenon is developing XEN007, a central nervous system-acting calcium channel modulator, also in Phase I trials. The company leverages insights from genetic research, particularly from families with severe phenotypes, to identify drug targets, which may extend beyond rare genetic disorders. Furthermore, Xenon has established a collaboration with Neurocrine Biosciences to advance the development of innovative epilepsy treatments.
Neuromed Pharmaceuticals
Series B in 2001
Neuromed Pharmaceuticals is focused on the development, production, and marketing of pain therapies in Canada and the United States. Neuromed Pharmaceuticals was acquired by Zalicus in December 2009. Neuromed Pharmaceuticals was founded in 1998 and is based in Vancouver, Canada.
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