Seneca Polytechnic
Grant in 2025
Seneca Polytechnic provides a range of degree, diploma, and certificate programs, available in both full- and part-time formats, offered both online and on-campus in the Greater Toronto area.
MaRS Discovery District
Grant in 2024
MaRS Discovery District is a non-profit organization based in Toronto, Canada, established in 2000. It operates an urban innovation hub housing over 2,500 individuals from various sectors of the innovation ecosystem. MaRS focuses on supporting entrepreneurs and startups in life sciences, health care, information technology, clean tech, advanced materials, energy, and social impact initiatives. It provides services such as business assistance, risk capital management, strategic solutions, global market access, and connects these sectors with investors, talent, and customers.
Royal Bank of Canada
Acquisition in 2022
Founded in 1864, Royal Bank of Canada is a global financial institution headquartered in Toronto. It offers a wide range of services including personal and commercial banking, wealth management, insurance, investor services, capital markets, and venture capital through its subsidiaries like RBC Ventures and RBCx.
Tealbook develops a cloud-based platform that connects buyers and suppliers in procurement. Founded in 2014, it centralizes supplier information, facilitates collaboration, and integrates with various ERP systems. Recognized as a Gartner Cool Vendor.
TouchBistro
Series E in 2019
TouchBistro, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing iPad-based point-of-sale (POS) solutions tailored for the food and beverage industry, including restaurants, cafes, bars, and food trucks. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in New York, with an additional office in Toronto, TouchBistro provides various POS systems, such as Restaurant POS, Food Truck POS, and Bar POS, which streamline order management and payment processing. Its innovative system allows servers to take orders directly at the table, reducing the need for multiple trips to a terminal and minimizing errors. Additionally, TouchBistro offers features like TouchBistro Reservations for guest management, cloud-based reporting and analytics, and customer-facing displays, enhancing both operational efficiency and customer experience. The company's products are available through the Apple App Store in the United States and internationally.
Drop is a consumer rewards platform that uses machine learning to match shoppers with over 400 partner brands, enabling them to earn points, discounts, and cashback on purchases. The service encourages repeat shopping by offering instant rewards and personalized offers. Headquartered in Toronto, Drop serves more than 4 million members across North America and the UK, aiming to improve everyday consumer experiences through its personalized commerce platform.
McEwen Mining
Post in 2018
McEwen Mining is a diversified precious metals mining company focused on exploration, development, and production across North America and Argentina. It operates mines in Nevada, Canada, Mexico, and Argentina, with principal assets including the San José mine in Argentina, El Gallo complex in Mexico, Gold Bar project in Nevada, and Los Azules copper deposit in Argentina.
Wave is a financial management company that specializes in providing online software solutions for small businesses. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Wave offers a comprehensive suite of services including accounting, invoicing, payroll, and payment processing. With over 3 million users in more than 200 countries, Wave is dedicated to enhancing the operational efficiency of micro and small businesses by helping them manage their finances effectively. The platform enables business owners to improve cash flow and streamline financial tasks, allowing them to focus on growth and sustainability.
Next AI
Venture Round in 2017
NextAI is an accelerator and founder development program based in Montréal and Toronto, designed for early-stage AI-enabled startups. It targets exceptional teams and individuals from around the globe who aim to commercialize AI research and establish global enterprises. As an innovation hub, NextAI leverages Canada's strong position in artificial intelligence to provide these startups with essential resources, including capital, mentorship, education, and a robust network of business leaders and entrepreneurs. Participating teams can access up to $200,000 in funding, guidance from renowned faculty and scientists, and state-of-the-art AI tools, all aimed at fostering disruptive innovation in various industries.
Big Viking Games
Debt Financing in 2016
Big Viking Games is a prominent developer of free-to-play social and mobile games, focusing on HTML5 technology to create a unified gaming experience across various platforms, including iOS, Android, Facebook, and mobile web. Founded in 2011 by serial entrepreneur Albert Lai and industry veteran Greg Thomson, the company has expanded to employ over 100 individuals in its Toronto and London offices. Big Viking Games has achieved profitability and is recognized for its exceptional workplace culture, consistently being listed among the top employers in Canada. The company aims to enable game enthusiasts to easily access and enjoy its titles through direct downloads from application stores.
INEA Corporation
Series B in 2004
INEA Corporation is a privately held company based in Toronto, Ontario, founded in 1992. It specializes in providing performance management software solutions tailored for the financial services industry. The company's integrated platform offers a range of functionalities including enterprise planning, forecasting, modeling, profitability analytics, and management and regulatory reporting. INEA Corporation serves large and complex organizations with diverse lines of business and operational needs, ensuring they can effectively manage their performance. Additionally, the company offers enterprise rollout, technical support, and training services. INEA has sales operations in North America and the United Kingdom, catering to a global clientele.
Baylin Technologies is a global wireless technology company headquartered in Toronto that focuses on the research, design, development, manufacture, and sale of passive and active radio frequency and satellite communications products. Its portfolio includes transceivers, pulse amplifiers, outdoor frequency converters, set-top boxes, routers, and multi-beam antennas, marketed under the Galtronics and Advantech Wireless brands. Baylin supplies both off-the-shelf antennas and custom engineered solutions for mobile, broadband, and wireless infrastructure applications. The company generates most of its revenue in the United States and maintains a presence in markets such as China, Thailand, Canada and Indonesia.