ZeroIN is a food-tech company focused on developing innovative sugar reduction technologies. The company produces natural sweeteners designed to counteract the negative effects of excessive sugar consumption. Its flagship product, Sweet Fiber, is a scalable and cost-effective sugar substitute that meets consumer demand for healthier options. By providing drop-in sugar replacements derived from natural sources, ZeroIN caters to the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries, helping them incorporate healthier sugar alternatives into their offerings.
Provision Analytics
Grant in 2023
Provision Analytics Inc., founded in 2018 and headquartered in Calgary, Canada, specializes in cloud-based solutions for food safety management. The company provides software designed for food processors and manufacturers, streamlining food safety processes by automating data input and recall procedures. This technology connects detailed process data with production outcomes, enabling the generation of analytics that help minimize food loss and improve quality control. By enhancing traceability and tracking throughout the supply chain, Provision Analytics supports the food industry in ensuring safety and compliance.
New School Foods
Grant in 2023
New School Foods develops plant-based seafood products that mimic the texture, flavor, nutrition, and cooking experience of traditional seafood. Their initial product is a plant-based salmon filet, aiming to provide sustainable and healthier alternatives.
Skaldyr upcycles seafood waste into ingredients for food, animal feed, and fertilizer.
Picketa Systems
Grant in 2023
Picketa Systems develops a real-time plant tissue analysis platform. It enables growers to make timely data-driven decisions by eliminating turnaround time in sample analysis, tracking field performance, and measuring the impact of different varieties, fertilizers, and techniques.
ZeroIN is a food-tech company focused on developing innovative sugar reduction technologies. The company produces natural sweeteners designed to counteract the negative effects of excessive sugar consumption. Its flagship product, Sweet Fiber, is a scalable and cost-effective sugar substitute that meets consumer demand for healthier options. By providing drop-in sugar replacements derived from natural sources, ZeroIN caters to the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries, helping them incorporate healthier sugar alternatives into their offerings.
Chinova Bioworks
Funding Round in 2022
Chinova Bioworks develops natural antimicrobial solutions based on a chitosan polymer derived from fungal-sourced technology, offering broad-spectrum protection to extend the shelf life of juices and other products. The company targets the beverage industry and broader markets, including foods, cosmetics, and personal care items, with a natural preservative designed to reduce spoilage and waste. Founded in 2016 and based in Fredericton, Canada.
Milk Moovement
Grant in 2021
Founded in 2018, Milk Moovement is a Canadian software company specializing in dairy supply chain management. It offers a cloud-based platform that tracks milk pick-ups, monitors production, and provides actionable intelligence to optimize processes and maximize profitability.
Milk Moovement
Seed Round in 2020
Founded in 2018, Milk Moovement is a Canadian software company specializing in dairy supply chain management. It offers a cloud-based platform that tracks milk pick-ups, monitors production, and provides actionable intelligence to optimize processes and maximize profitability.
Aspire Food Group
Grant in 2020
Aspire Food Group USA, Inc. specializes in processing and packaging insects, particularly crickets, for human consumption under the brand name Aketta. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, the company is dedicated to creating sustainable protein sources that offer a lower environmental footprint compared to traditional meat. Aspire Food Group develops advanced infrastructure and employs innovative technologies, including robotics and automated data collection, to enhance insect farming practices. The company aims to position insects as a viable and nutritious alternative protein source for the future, emphasizing the importance of innovation and quality in its operations.
Swirltex
Seed Round in 2020
Swirltex Inc. is a Canadian company based in Calgary that specializes in the development and supply of custom wastewater treatment systems. Founded in 2015, the company utilizes a patented membrane technology that separates solids and liquids based on buoyancy. This innovative approach allows Swirltex to treat a variety of wastewater sources, including industrial applications such as dairy processing, mining wastewater, and beverage clarification. By manipulating the buoyancy of contaminants in the fluid, Swirltex's systems enhance filtration efficiency, reduce fouling on membrane surfaces, and ultimately produce high-quality effluent. The company's solutions enable clients to effectively manage wastewater while minimizing environmental impact and operational costs.
KSM specializes in the production of potassium-based fertilizers, including potassium sulfate (SOP) and potassium magnesium sulfate (SOPM). Utilizing a patented process, they convert abundant mine tailings into these products, along with hydrochloric acid as a byproduct.
E2metrix Inc. is a Canadian technology company focused on the design, development, manufacture, and commercialization of innovative wastewater and recirculated water treatment systems. Founded in 2010 and based in Sherbrooke, Québec, the company utilizes its proprietary electrolysis technology platform, ECOTHOR, to tackle wastewater challenges across various industries, including municipal water treatment, food processing, dairy processing, mining, and more. E2metrix specializes in providing solutions for phosphorus removal, ammonia reduction, and the recovery of resources, enabling clients to effectively manage and treat a broad range of contaminants in their wastewater.