VueReal Inc. specializes in developing technologies for micro-LED displays, enabling mass integration of micro-devices into large-area substrates for various applications such as smartphone/laptop displays, automotive/aerospace industries, and consumer electronics. Founded in 2016, the company is headquartered in Waterloo, Canada.
Sollum Technologies Inc., established in 2015 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, specializes in designing and manufacturing innovative lighting systems. The company's core product is a smart LED lighting solution that dynamically replicates the full spectrum of natural sunlight, optimizing growth conditions for crops and animals. Sollum works closely with greenhouse producers, tailoring light recipes to match the growth cycles of various plants, regardless of their native climate or greenhouse location. This adaptive technology not only enhances energy efficiency and productivity but also improves produce quality, all while minimizing environmental impact.
Polar Sapphire
Grant in 2021
Polar Sapphire Ltd. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in the manufacture and sale of high-purity aluminum oxide powder, also known as alumina. The company produces alumina in various purity levels, ranging from 3N to 6N, and offers it in multiple particle size distributions tailored for diverse applications. Polar Sapphire's alumina serves as feedstock for the production of sapphire ingots, which are essential for making substrates in the LED lighting industry. Additionally, the company's high-purity alumina is utilized in high-performance engineered ceramics, polishing applications, and abrasion-resistant coatings. With a proprietary production method, Polar Sapphire aims to provide low-cost, high-quality alumina to meet the growing demands of its market.
Argentum
Seed Round in 2020
Argentum Electronics, Inc. designs and manufactures advanced Smart Power over Ethernet Controllers (S.P.E.C), which utilize Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) technologies for efficient power delivery and management. Their product line includes cloud-managed PoE splitters and power combiners aimed at high-power PoE applications, primarily servicing commercial and industrial sectors such as LED lighting and fan speed control. The company also focuses on modular DC power distribution systems, intelligent building automation, and wireless multi-sensor networks to help clients reduce electricity demand and enhance overall energy performance within buildings. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Argentum caters to a diverse clientele that includes building owners, architects, engineers, and construction firms.
Omniply
Seed Round in 2020
Omniply Technologies Inc., established in 2018 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, specializes in manufacturing thin film electronic devices. The company's core products include sensors, displays, and memory, catering to diverse sectors such as lighting, wearables, packaging, solar cells, automotive, and screen displays. Omniply's innovative platform leverages substrate delamination methods, enabling the fabrication of large-area transparent displays, integrated sensors, and display systems. This technology allows for the creation of flexible, comfortable electronic devices that can be easily integrated into various environments, reducing the need for bulky, rigid electronics.
Sollum Technologies Inc., established in 2015 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, specializes in designing and manufacturing innovative lighting systems. The company's core product is a smart LED lighting solution that dynamically replicates the full spectrum of natural sunlight, optimizing growth conditions for crops and animals. Sollum works closely with greenhouse producers, tailoring light recipes to match the growth cycles of various plants, regardless of their native climate or greenhouse location. This adaptive technology not only enhances energy efficiency and productivity but also improves produce quality, all while minimizing environmental impact.
G2V Optics
Seed Round in 2020
Founded in 2015, G2V Optics specializes in manufacturing LED solar simulators and commercial lighting automation products for scientific research, vertical farming, and industrial applications. Its product offerings include horticulture lighting systems designed to improve yield, quality, and operating costs.
JDRF Electromag
Grant in 2019
JDRF Electromag offers a self-configuring smart lighting solution. JDRF Electromag's Autonomy System eliminates every financial, technical, and operational barrier to the adoption of smart lighting. It enables smart lighting's energy-saving potential by making it affordable and accessible to virtually any commercial building. JDRF Electromag's comprehensive suite of advanced smart lighting features requires no design, programming, or maintenance.
VueReal Inc. specializes in developing technologies for micro-LED displays, enabling mass integration of micro-devices into large-area substrates for various applications such as smartphone/laptop displays, automotive/aerospace industries, and consumer electronics. Founded in 2016, the company is headquartered in Waterloo, Canada.
Nanoleaf Limited is a technology company based in Canada that specializes in innovative smart home lighting solutions. Founded in 2012 by three engineers, the company aims to revolutionize the lighting industry through products that combine thoughtful design with advanced technology. Nanoleaf offers a variety of products, including light bulbs and thermal water bottles, which are available to customers in North America, Asia, Scandinavia, and the Middle East. The company sells its offerings through various channels, including retailers and online platforms. With a commitment to personalization and user experience, Nanoleaf operates globally, with offices in cities such as Toronto, Shenzhen, Paris, Hong Kong, and the Philippines. Its diverse team focuses on creating smarter, more engaging environments for users.