SVG Ventures|THRIVE announces it’s 2023 Canada Accelerator Cohort

SVG Ventures|THRIVE continues to support high-potential agrifood tech companies through the second iteration of its THRIVE Canada Accelerator program. Following a rigorous selection process, 15 companies with innovative ground-breaking solutions have been selected to participate in the award-winning program that accelerates sustainability, innovation, and technology across the industry.

THRIVE is uniquely positioned to support Canadian entrepreneurs by connecting them with their extensive ecosystem and global network of investors, mentors and corporations. Over the course of the 3 month program companies will refine their go-to-market strategy, connect live with investors and mentors in Silicon Valley and Canada, and build a solid foundation for scalable growth.

Companies were selected for their potential to disrupt traditional farming practices, promote industry sustainability and reduce environmental impact while giving farmers the tools to increase yields and productivity.

″This cohort highlights the strength of Canada’s agrifood industry. We continue to see Canada punch above its weight in innovation and technology in the sector and this cohort is no exception.″ said John Cassidy, Managing Director Canada, SVG Ventures|THRIVE, ″These companies have the potential to be global leaders some day and we are thrilled to support them along their journey.″

″Alberta Innovates is pleased to partner with SVG Ventures|THRIVE. There is a strong showing of Alberta companies in this latest cohort and that speaks to a powerful ecosystem, supporting small and medium-sized businesses right across our province, says Laura Kilcrease, CEO, Alberta Innovates. With the help of the SVG Ventures|THRIVE Accelerator, we’re working to create a more resilient, vibrant, and richer community of agri-food businesses in Alberta.″

The 15 companies originate from across Canada representing a total of six provinces and all regions of Canada’s agrifood landscape.

The THRIVE II Canada Accelerator Cohort is comprised of:

• AgGene: Calgary, Alberta

• AgriPlay Ventures: Calgary, Alberta

• Annelida Organics: Nisku, Alberta

• Canadian Rockies Hemp Corp.: Bruderheim, Alberta

• Earthli Plant Powered Superfoods: Halifax, Nova Scotia

• Growcer: Ottawa, Ontario

• HempAlta: Calgary, Alberta

• Highpoint Ag Bedding: Abbotsford, British Columbia

• Knead Technologies: Calgary, Alberta

• Nexus Robotics: Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville, Quebec

• OneCup AI: Calgary, Alberta

• Picketa Systems: Frederickton, New Brunswick

• Pure Life Carbon: Red Deer, Alberta

• Sentire: Vancouver, British Columbia

• Soilgenic: Calgary, Alberta

The program kicks off in Silicon Valley in March where the companies will have multiple opportunities to meet with THRIVE’s extensive ecosystem of corporates, investors  and mentors.  The program culminates with a ‘live pitch’ Demo Day in July.