Industrial Innovation, De-risked.

Access Canada's premier hardtech ecosystem. We bridge the gap between ambitious startups and industrial scale, providing a structured path to validated technology adoption.

Pilot Programs

De-risk your R&D with structured validation pilots. We manage the process from definition to delivery, ensuring clear metrics and IP security.

Milestone-based validation framework

We structure every pilot with clear KPIs, milestones, and deliverables. No endless PoCs—just clear, actionable validation data.

Pre-negotiated IP terms

Standardized agreements that protect your IP while giving startups the freedom to innovate.

Dedicated project management

Our team acts as the bridge, managing communication and keeping the project on track.

Risk-mitigated deployment

From initial scoping to final report, we ensure the pilot delivers value to both your organization and the startup.

Risk MitigationSeamless Integration

Manufacturing Powerhouse

Scale without friction. Leverage our network of 60+ specialized manufacturing partners across Canada for rapid prototyping and industrial production.

60+
Vetted Partners
100%
Canadian Based
  • Canada-wide coverage
  • Priority prototyping access
  • Industry-specific testing facilities
  • Startup-friendly approach
CNC Milling
Precision Machining
Robotic Arm
Automation
Clean Room
Electronics Assembly
Material Testing
Material Testing

Strategic Scouting

Don't just watch the market—shape it. Access a curated pipeline of high-potential hardtech startups, rigorously vetted through our GRL framework.

MedTech & Bio-devices

Aerospace & Defense

CleanTech & Energy

Advanced Materials

Industrial Robotics

AgTech & Food Innovation

Become an Anchor Partner

Join the leaders shaping the future of Canadian hardtech. Secure priority access to breakthrough technologies and define the next generation of industrial standards.

First-look access to deal flow
Direct influence on technology development
Exclusive co-investment rights
Brand leadership in innovation
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