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THANK
YOU
Shoutout to our alumni
who have done their part
to battle against COVID-19
Despite an incredibly challenging couple of months, we’ve been
blown away by our alumni and ventures who have really gone above
and beyond to help others and provide resources for those on the
front lines of the COVID-19 crisis. Even as they fight to stabilize their
own businesses, we want to recognize their altruism and the power
of the collaborative Canadian startup community as they work hard to
support others in need.
The initiatives, support and resources outlined below are further proof of
the resilience of our Canadian entrepreneurs - we can’t wait to see what
they build next.
CleanSlateUV’s CEO Taylor Mann is experiencing overwhelming interest in their
UV phone and tablet cleaning product in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. See
how his team is minimizing the spread of germs here.
Comfable has developed a coronavirus spread simulator which illustrates the
effect of social distancing on slowing the spread of the virus and flattening the
curve. Get the Google Chrome extension here.
RockMass has joined Mosaic Manufacturing, ReDeTec, and Glia to help fight the
COVID-19 crisis by manufacturing 50,000 face shields to help keep front line
medical workers safe. Learn more
Sampler has launched ComeTogetherTO, an initiative that leverages the sewing
powers of their community to crowdsource the creation of 20,000 masks that will
help protect Canadians. Learn more
Tia-Health has launched a Canada-wide partnership with Rexall and will handle
all of Rexall's virtual care service for patients to help relieve the current burden on
the healthcare system, specifically emergency rooms and hospitals. Read More
Avail has made their well-being, resilience and support assistant app free to
download so everybody can access the most relevant care resources. Download
the app
MakerKids brings its STEM programs to students via MakerKids Virtual, a live,
virtual classroom experience that promotes social interaction and important tech
skills, while learning about Robotics, Coding and Minecraft. Learn more
Envoi’s driver team is bringing health supplements, vhand sanitizers, clothes,
shoes, baby formula, essentials to our doorsteps so we don't risk bringing in
pathogens by going outside ourselves. Learn more
AccessNow launched a new “Access from Home” feature. Recognizing that people
may not be able to leave their homes, they are working to identify, validate and
promote businesses that offer services to people at home. Learn more
Tribe is offering their community platform for free to organizations with a mission
to help people during COVID-19. Learn more
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