HIH Member Companies

8 Bit Cortex

The average Canadian company loses $3,800/year/employee to burnout and 1 in 3 Canadians are struggling with mental health. To address this, We have gamified corporate burnout risk assessments and are building predictive analytics to manage burnout before it becomes a problem. We aim to make the culture of workplace wellness data-driven and fun. Experience our “Wellness Sprints” through our app and the relief of knowing your workplace is happy, healthy, and more productive.

A-BaVi Protec Inc.

A-BaVi Protec Inc. has incorporated to commercialize a first-of-its-kind, salt-coated antimicrobial filter technology to prevent transmission of respiratory diseases. Products of A-BaVi Protec Inc. represent the antimicrobial face masks, air filters, and personal protective equipment (PPE).

Advanced Sensor Research Inc.

MedWatch Technologies is focused on developing innovative, non-invasive wearable devices for continuous glucose monitoring, aiming to transform the management of diabetes and pre-diabetic conditions. Recognizing the challenges and discomfort associated with traditional glucose monitoring methods—such as finger-pricking (self-monitoring of blood glucose) and subcutaneous needle-based continuous glucose monitors—the company is dedicated to providing a painless, safe, and accurate alternative.

AllSeeing Corp.

AllSeeing is revolutionizing skin cancer diagnosis by repurposing its high-resolution imaging RADAR, made as a lunar-gateway sensor, into a non-invasive inner tissue imager. Unlike dermatologist visual inspection and biopsies, our technology provides early, fast, accurate, reliable, and pain-free tissue diagnostics, without the risk of disfigurement or scarring via spectrum imaging. 30% of diagnosed cancer is skin related, as such, our solution aids the early-stage care of millions of patients.

Atom Health – Geodesic Innovations Inc.

Atom Health is a digital Health ID bridging the data gap between in-person care and telemedicine. Atom is a secure encrypted file that contains your vital health information, and can be shared for one-time view-only access with an attending physician.

BACKSNR

Scoliosis Evaluation and Treatment using Surface Topography.

Baüne

Baüne’s NÜPA Wearable Technology enables granular tracking and data fusion of behavioral, physiological, and social signals relevant to mental health. We enable efficient clinical decision-making in mental health care. Specifically, help identify and visualize personalized early-warning signs from complex multimodal signals, which could lead to effective intervention strategies and better preemptive care.

BAWSE

Braving ADHD Within Supportive Ecosystems (BAWSE) is a student-led startup that strives to improve post-pandemic mental health support for students living with ADHD. We aim to develop an online platform that will allow students living with ADHD to find and/or create communities based on their common goals (e.g. finishing their thesis, exercise goals, finding people to study with), as well as have the opportunity to debrief with an ADHD specialized mental health professional.

Become Health

We are a health technology company that specializes in the prevention, assessment and management of mental health disorders. Our main goal is to help people and organizations to achieve their full potential. We embraces the importance of an early and accurate diagnosis, that leads to personalized treatments, and facilitates functional recovery. We developed the EarlyDetect technolgy to facilitate precision mental health diagnosis and prevention.

Bio-Stream Diagnostics Inc.

Bio-Stream Diagnostics Inc. has developed a novel health detection platform based on Organic Electrochemical Transistor (OECT) technology. It provides extremely accurate and fast test results that health professionals and patients can trust. Researchers and test manufacturers have a new way to build and deliver point-of-care diagnostic tests. A blood or saliva sample can be used to find biomarkers for diabetes, cardiovascular disease, pathogens and more.

blueBell Village Ltd.

blueBell Village stands as a catalyst for change in dementia care, driven by our team’s firsthand experiences with the current system’s limitations. Witnessing the challenges and gaps in traditional care, our dedicated team is resolute in its commitment to be architects of a transformative shift in dementia care.

Rooted in our visionary dementia village and powered by blueBell Connect, our technological tool, we address communication deficiencies and empower caregivers with personalized strategies. Our existence is defined by our vision of Restoring the Personhood and Independence of those living with Dementia™

blueBell Village invites you to be part of this transformative journey. Together, we strive to be the catalyst that propels dementia care into a new era of understanding, support, and compassion.

CARM&A Health Inc.

CARM&A Health Inc. is an Edmonton, Alberta-based company. This health-focused venture aims to collect, analyze and respond to multi-platform data using machine learning and artificial intelligence for proactive detection of at-risk adults and trigger appropriate interventions to support functional ability and healthy aging. This digital solution will enhance quality, accessibility and efficiency of care delivery and make medicine more personalized and precise.

Chromacare Labs Inc.

Chromacare Labs is developing novel wellness tests that can be read with any smartphone.

Ciba Health

Ciba Health is revolutionizing the care and treatment of chronic and metabolic disease conditions, through a patient-centered, root cause approach and a value-based care delivery model. We provide full spectrum integrated care and convenient access to multi-disciplinary care team, leveraging cutting edge technology AI/ML to implement each patient’s personalized and whole-person care treatment plan.

Click&Push Accessibility Inc.

Click&Push Accessibility is a wearable device company that enables users to engage with their community without the fear of difficult terrain. Our activity monitor, Sagitta for both wheelchairs and bikes, coupled with our phone application, The Atlas, allow cyclist and wheelchair users to assess how difficult it would be to travel from point A to B. Our device is highly accurate but easy to use, luxurious yet not over-the-top, affordable but not any less durable.

CliniSonix

CliniSonix is pioneering next-generation 2D arrays for better and faster 3D ultrasound imaging.

ConnectPT

ConnectPT is a community-focused clinic equipped for all stages of movement work—from injury rehab to performance training. Working as a team, we help individuals, athletes, and sports teams recover from injuries, regain mobility, improve their quality of life, increase their athletic ability, and achieve their goals.

Curvy Spine Inc.

Our vision is the world where everyone living with scoliosis, kyphosis, and other spinal disorders receives a specialized treatment given their condition and specific needs. We exist to fill in the gap in the healthcare, so that those living with these conditions have access to a specialized non-operative treatment. We provide treatment for patients and official internationally recognized certification courses for therapists.

Decipher MedTech Inc.

We are a health technology company that specializes in the prevention, assessment and management of mental health disorders. Our main goal is to help people and organizations to achieve their full potential. We embraces the importance of an early and accurate diagnosis, that leads to personalized treatments, and facilitates functional recovery. We developed the EarlyDetect technolgy to facilitate precision mental health diagnosis and prevention.

Emprss

Emprss is a state-of-the-art electronic data collection system and service team whose goal is to improve patient outcomes and generate health-system efficiencies by providing real-time, relevant quality metrics to clinicians. Emprss uses customizable data collection tools to enable clinicians to capture, synthesize and receive reports pertaining to quality metrics on medical procedures

Entos Pharmaceuticals

Entos Pharmaceuticals develops next generation nucleic acid-based therapies using our Fusogenix genetic medicines delivery platform. Fusogenix uses a novel mechanism of action to deliver nucleic acids, intact and unmodified, directly into the cytosol of target cells. The technology is applicable to a wide range of genetic medicines.

FentaGone Inc.

Our mission is to innovate cutting-edge, user-friendly fentanyl detection solutions that reduce the risk of opioid overdoses. We are committed to providing reliable tools that empower individuals and communities to proactively identify and prevent fentanyl-related harms. Through continuous research, collaboration, and community engagement, FentaGone strives to contribute significantly to public health and safety, while raising awareness about the risks associated with opioid use.

Fringe Field Technologies

Fringe Field Technologies breakthrough Non-Invasive AI-Driven Microwave Glucose-Sensing technology enables the user to continuously track glucose levels and other biometrics with the accuracy of conventional diagnostics. WAIVsense™ needle-free system with digital twin companion app will integrate into wearable devices or a smart-watch. WAIVsense™is a game-changer for the diabetic community and public generally, facilitating better, personalized, AI-informed lifestyle choices.

Future Fields

Future Fields is committed to producing sustainable ingredients for science through insect biotechnology. Its EntoEngine™ platform is the first to harness the genetic prowess of fruit flies to produce Earth’s most environmentally and economically sustainable biomolecules. Founded in 2018, Future Fields is headquartered in Edmonton, Canada, and proudly supported by investors such YCombinator, Bee Partners, and Pioneer Fund.

Glyco Biologics Inc.

Our technologies are based on glycopolymers for drug and gene medicines and hydrogels for cell and tissue engineering

Heal-Me

HEAL-ME is a digital solution for patients with chronic disease.

HealthGauge

Health Gauge’s mission is to address the growing areas of personal precision health and wellness monitoring and analysis; our solutions include a unique wearable device, artificial intelligence/ machine learning tools, cloud services, with historical and predictive analytics. Health Gauge’s initial focus has been on monitoring cardiovascular conditions, but as technology advances and more data sets become available, we are expanding to serve other complex conditions.

Hermay Labs Corp.

Hermay Labs Corporation is a chemistry-based research company dedicated to improving the environment, human health and quality of life through our innovative technologies and our creative products. Hermay Labs’ invention provides for the synthesis of novel derivatives of Vitamin E analogues. Hermay Labs also developed a technology for the extraction and purification Vitamin E compounds from the by-products of biofuel production and from bi-products of canola oil refining processes.

I Can Play 2 Foundation

I can play 2’s Accessibility Hub was created to help families caring for children with adaptive needs connect with community resources, information and support. Knowing the difficulties involved with navigating the “special needs system” the Hub will bridge the gaps where families tend to struggle the most. The Accessibility HUB is the umbrella for all things “child disability” related available in one place.

KarmaLife

KarmaLife offers Dna testing services along with DNA personal health and fitness application coaching services.

Kheprion Inc.

Kheprion is commercializing a novel platform to address chronic, site-specific inflammation and infection. Millions currently suffer from complications of viral pneumonia, health-care associated infections and chronic wounds, leading to unnecessary pain, over-prescription, surgery and death. Our broad-spectrum therapeutics enables breakthrough anti-inflammatory and anti-infective products at the site of inflammation.

Lab Chip Technologies Corp.

Lab Chip Technologies Corporation is focused on the design and development of integrated devices used in cellular and molecular analysis, biology, medical diagnostic and environmental testing. Lab Chip Tech is currently focused on building portable Lab in the Box flow cytometers. Using microfabrication techniques and a proprietary detection methodology we are in a unique position for the development of a flow cytometer that is small, portable and inexpensive.

Lumiio Inc.

Lumiio specializes in real-world data collection services that drive health outcomes. We connect stakeholders in health communities by aligning interests, and working towards the common goal of improving solutions for diagnostics, treatment, and care. At Lumiio, the social science leads the data science by combining classical research methods with innovative digital strategies. We put people first and work to instill trust in those we serve.

Medfair

Medfair is an exclusive medical marketplace for healthcare providers. We use predictive intelligence combined with industry knowledge from our growing provider network to optimize medical device fittings

Morning Lily

Morning Lily has engineered an innovative Nitinol-based Daisy Hernia System for hernia surgical repairs.

Mosaic Sensors

Mosaic Sensors is commercializing patented etalon-based sensing technology that can be used to detect and quantify myriad species of interest (analytes) to have an impact on human health and the environment. The technology is inexpensive, easy to use, and capable of multiplexing, which means that multiple analytes can be detected with a single test.

My Viva Inc.

My Viva built a digital health program called My Viva Plan, a CBT based SaaS digital health program that engages customers in self-care. It was created by a team of registered healthcare professionals using evidence-based recommendations. Using robust algorithms, My Viva Plan created customized care plans using Customers’ initial baseline information. The program’s foundation is built on the three main pillars of health: nutrition, mental wellness and fitness.

Naiad Lab Inc.

MedROAD provides an advanced data analytics-driven virtual clinic for effective monitoring of the general public to contain the COVID-19 spread and flatten the curve. We have centralized and integrated the tool for the public to receive personalized oversight by health professionals for their health status. MedROAD expedites the management of assessment, triage, and monitoring. MedROAD enables data gathering, feedback, and reporting to health organizations for efficient tracking of COVID-19.

Nanostics Inc.

Nanostics is an Alberta-based, privately held start-up company focused on the development and commercialization of more accurate, minimally invasive diagnostic tests to eliminate invasive testing and provide clarity to healthcare decisions and generate savings to the health-care system.

Neursantys

Neurophysiological health determines how well multiple physiological systems in the body work together, which in turn affects balance and movement in many ways. NEURSANTYS innovations in non-invasive neurostimulation and wearable sensing of microscopic changes in balance and movement enable powerful new diagnostic and therapeutic solutions for neurophysiological disruptions.

NovusTX Devices Inc.

We are building a medical device for neurostimulation and brain mapping for diagnosis and treatment of brain disorders using ultrasound.

NutideBio

We are developing innovative point-of-care diagnostic techniques with particular attention to nucleotide-based lateral flow assays (n-LFA), focusing on detecting genetic mutations associated with inherited disease and cancer in the clinical samples. This technology is designed to be user-friendly and relatively low-cost. This technology platform enhances diagnostic precision and pave the way for personalized medicine and targeted therapies.

Nyah Health

Nyah Health are menopause experts. At our core, we provide virtual menopause solutions that include 1:1 assessment with a regulated and specialized health care practitioner, optional follow up care including further consultations, subscription-based digital wellness programs tailored to help improve overall health,
manage symptoms, and decrease health risks. Geographically, we offer our assessment services in Canada, and our digital wellness programmes around the world.

Oral Spring

Oral hygiene plays a vital role in health and well-being. It improves quality of life by preventing diseases, and by boosting confidence and self-esteem. Oral Spring Limited is aimed at developing oral health care products for both therapeutic and everyday uses. The company is determined to make your smile as fresh and as beautiful as spring.

Outbreaker Solutions

Outbreaker Solutions is researching and developing the world’s fastest-acting antimicrobial touch surface — antimicrobial compressed sodium chloride (CSC). Antimicrobial CSC can be applied to anything frequently touched by hands and is effective at eliminating bacteria, fungi and viruses.

Pacylex Pharmaceuticals

Pacylex is a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, targeting hematologic and solid cancers with orally bioavailable NMT inhibitors. Zelenirstat is the lead drug in a new class of NMT inhibitors, enabling Pacylex to exploit NMTs as new clinical targets for cancer treatment. Pacylex is conducting two multi-center Phase 2a studies in Canada in patients with relapsed/refractory NHL and refractory metastatic colorectal cancer.

PanTHERA Cryosolutions Inc.

PanTHERA CryoSolutions is a Canadian corporation that designs and manufactures products for use in the cryopreservation of cells, tissues and organs used in human and veterinary therapies. This technology is also used for the long-term preservation of cells and tissues for drug development and research applications.

Proholistic Discovery Inc.

We are a computational drug discovery specialists, focus on providing two services, Bi-specific modalities design and Information-driven Pharmacokinetics (PK)/Pharmacodynamics (PD)/Quantitative Systems Pharmacology (QSP) modeling and simulations. Our goal is to work with customers to efficiently design optimal candidates that have strong clinical relevance and assist them in decision making in the early discovery phase.

ProteinHall

Developed a recombinant protein expression system that provides a more sustainable alternative production methods

Pulmvita Inc.

Pulmvita Inc. is developing a new nasal interface to improve supplemental oxygen delivery. Supplemental oxygen is a common treatment for people with a pulmonary disease from pollution, nicotine addiction and/or genetic disorders. By developing this new device, the quality of life for many oxygen patients, respiratory therapists, and other medical staff will be improved. Also, the cost of oxygen therapy could be significantly reduced for healthcare providers or governments.

PulseMedica Corp.

PulseMedica is developing a proprietary 3D retina imaging medical device for the purpose of revolutionizing retinal laser surgery.

Q Boost Inc.

Q Boost Inc. is a progressive consultancy built to provide effective quality solutions for lab needs. We provide advice, software and training, to make any lab achieve the highest level of quality management. We perform audits to develop custom-made solutions that reflect our clients’ aspirations.The team is comprised of innovative Quality Systems Professionals and software Development specialists. We are committed to help build a compliant lab and take your research to the next level.

RJH Biosciences Inc.

RJH Biosciences is a biotechnology company whose focus is to realize the full potential of nucleic acids for human health. We develop novel transfection reagents and delivery systems to transport nucleic acids to a range of human cells. The company develops value-added products in two commercial segments, as transfection reagents for biomedical R&D enterprise and as nucleic acid delivery agents for preclinical and clinical applications.

RNARevive Therapeutics

RNARevive is advancing self-amplifying RNA (saRNA) technology to revolutionize bone health treatment. Our lead product, DenosRevive, targets osteoporosis with long-acting, lower-dose therapies that reduce side effects and enhance therapeutic efficacy

Scribeberry Ltd.

Scribeberry is an AI-powered medical application that enhances patient care and clinical decision-making. Our technology accurately documents patient encounters in real-time, allowing healthcare providers to focus on delivering personalized, high-quality care. Scribeberry improves patient outcomes by allowing them to access insights into their care, optimizes clinical workflows, and empowers healthcare professionals to make data-driven decisions.

Solidified Inc.

Solidified Inc. is a health device development company that looks to create a tissue engineered heart valve that provides increased durability without the need for anti-coagulation.

Sonance AI

Medical imaging – the ability to see inside the body – has revolutionized patient care, but is only available in large tertiary hospitals and specialty clinics in big cities. Sonance believes imaging should be available to every patient, everywhere. Ultrasound — safe, non-invasive, and inexpensive — can accomplish that mission. With the help of modern hardware, AI, and cutting edge software, Sonance is bringing the promise of medical imaging to the smallest and most remote medical clinics.

SpectraCann Ltd.

SpectraCann is building the world’s first rapid onsite THC screening test, with unmatched speed, accuracy, reliability, and accessibility.

StaffingCall

StaffingCall was developed to address the issue of absenteeism and short staffing in health-care institutions that can be highly impacted by these occurrences. While these last-minute issues are an unavoidable reality, the very nature of last minute calls means that environments are left with very little time with which to find solutions. StaffingCall, a mobile and web-interface SaaS has been designed to be programmed to address institutional needs to tackle this relentless problem today.

Synapsis Medical Inc.

Synapsis Medical is building software and system for real-time cardiovascular health parameters monitoring.

Synchomix Plus

Synchomix is a Bio and Chemical R&D company, focusing on health-related product development. Our under-development products depict very strong antibacterial/Antiviral property, economic renderability along with highly VOC adsorption capability makes them the best option as air filters. Other application as wound dressing is under early investigation. Synchomix is also planning to produce custom made polymers for Pharmaceutical R&D collaborative projects with academia and industry.

Team CarePal

The healthcare system is supported by millions of unpaid family caregivers who are at an increased risk of burnout, depression, and financial insecurity. Team CarePal transforms the caregiving experience, sends customized resources tailored to their needs and connects families with care organizations across Canada. This improves communication, care quality, strengthens family relationships, and enhances caregivers’ health and well-being.

Tennis Elbow R&D Ltd.

The ArmLock brace is a new therapy used in the treatment of chronic tennis elbow. It is clinically proven and approved by Health Canada. The brace is designed to be worn for half an hour a day to provide a gentle stretch to the affected tissues. This prolonged gentle tension stretches out the affected muscles/knots and provides a strong cellular stimulus for healing. Just as bones require compression to get stronger, tendons require the stimulus of tension.

Thaumi-Rx

We’re on a mission to modernize health-related businesses and institutions, with a targeted focus on revolutionizing pharmacy services. Our primary product enables pharmacists to generate crucial, high-quality documentation at a fraction of the time (under 3 minutes) it would take normally (up to 30 minutes), thereby giving pharmacists more time for patient care and providing essential health services.

Theragraph

Theragraph is a medical data visualization platform that helps pharmaceutical companies with biologic medications, attract prescribers, improve treatment results and reduce costs of supporting patients on their drugs. Simultaneously, we help healthcare providers navigate increasingly complex health data in order to make better decisions in less time. We do this through an innovative, visual, data display, that summarizes the entirety of a patient’s relevant history in a single visual.

Thoth Biosimulations Inc.

Thoth Biosimulations is a start-up company leveraging generative AI to explore new chemical frontiers and design innovative therapies. Specializing in computational drug discovery, focusing on optimizing drug interactions and expediting the drug discovery process.

Tiny HeartsCan Foundation

Congenital Heart Defects (CHDs) are the most common type of birth defect, affecting 1 in 100 infants. Unfortunately, only half of all heart defects are discovered during pregnancy despite the ability to detect many more. 1in100 Hearts Foundation aims to increase prenatal detection of CHD through specialized sonography training programs, raising public awareness, advocating for positive change, and creating a community for these amazing heart warriors.

TraceCure

Development of tumor-seeking agents for diagnostics and therapeutic internal Alpha and Beta Irradiation of tumors (Theranostics) using positron emitters for PET diagnostics and alpha and beta emitters for therapeutics and a proprietary click-chemistry platform for individualized radiosynthesis (precision medicine).

Tricca Technologies Inc.

Tricca is building metabolomic biosensor platforms based on research being done at the U of A. These platforms are made to be inexpensive, easy to use, and portable. We are developing a number of applications for these sensors in diagnostics and disease screening, and work with partners to develop new applications for our technology.

Trigger Tracker

It’s a food diary app for those struggling with IBD. It records the meals you eat to the symptoms you may be experience, and correlates your symptoms to your food diary. IBD is very difficult to manage because each person has their own unique triggers, so this app can help ease your experiences with IBD.

True Angle Medical Technologies Inc.

True Angle is reshaping care for people with swallowing disorders. We took a costly, inconvenient, and inaccessible clinical intervention that retrains swallowing muscles, and miniaturized and mobilized it. The Mobili-T consists of a small wireless sensor that is supported by “smart” software to provide custom exercise targets and feedback. It’s like giving the patient a virtual coach that they can keep in their pocket.

Unbounded Thinking

The rate of change we’re facing today requires businesses now more than ever to think on their feet, adapt, or close their doors. Businesses understand this and the importance of innovating and most say that they are, but very few are happy with their innovation efforts and performance.

At Unbounded, we shift the discussion to HOW you’re innovating through a human-centered and scientific approach to Innovation Management.

It’s in our nature to innovate. Unbounded help’s you nurture it.

Vibrome Ltd.

Vibrome Ltd. is a Med-tech startup that has developed a breakthrough technology platform that offers superhuman hearing for early, rapid, accurate, and affordable diagnostics. Vibrome’s fundamental physics technology platform harvests low amplitude vibrations and electric potential/electromagnetic signals beyond human/instrument perception that are commonly undetected, discarded, or ignored as “noise” to detect and monitor human, animal, equipment/machinery, and structural health.

VR Pathways Inc.

Clinically endorsed on-demand, mental wellness solutions. 1) VR Brain™; a VR app combining sensory immersion, neurolinguistics, and nature, with CBT strategies, interrupting detrimental thinking patterns while promoting new positive thought pathways. 2) Pocket Brain™; a mobile app offering similar content as the VRBrain™, enhancing self-awareness, conceptional reasoning and emotional balance. Designed to work together or independently, when needed- at home, work or with therapist support.

Wound³

Wound³ is working to empower wound patients to begin tracking their healing progression using a smartphone. Wound³ has developed an app that doctors, nurses, and patients can use to scan their wounds. The app produces a 3D model of the wound to help patients track if their wound is healing or not.

WWiKY Biosciences Inc.

WWiKY Biosciences Inc. shares a passion for a cancer-free future. We are developing a spectrum of cancer theranostics (both therapy and diagnostics) that strike at the core of treatment failure. Our products exploit hypoxia, a condition that leads to metastatic progression and therapy resistance in cancer, to identify eligible patients (imaging) and then treat them with the same or similar drug, thus providing a personalized approach to image and kill therapy-resistant hypoxic solid tumors.