Venture builder transforming academic health innovations into commercial ventures
Supporting researchers at Toronto’s top universities in commercializing medical device inventions; Advising academic teams on de-risking novel therapeutic concepts; Funding early-stage digital health AI innovations; Connecting biotech startups with investors and industry partners; Accelerating technology transfer from lab to market for digital health solutions
Launched over 70 companies since 2008; Raised over $1B in private investment; Created over 1,000 jobs; Serves member institutions including University of Toronto, Toronto Western Hospital, and University of Waterloo; Recognized as a key driver of Ontario’s life sciences sector growth