We’re excited to share that Cheelcare is a 2022 Startup Global Pitch Competition top 10 finalist. Startup Canada announced their 2022 Finalists and special prize winners in an October 6th press release.

Startup Global is a program that connects entrepreneurs who want to build globally-competitive businesses with a network of support, resources, and partners dedicated to their success.

This year, Cheelcare was selected among 100 semi finalists to compete in the Startup Global pitch competition. As a Semi Finalist, Cheelcare was given 90 seconds to present our pitch in front of a panel of judges.

Introducing the Top 10 Finalists

Cheelcare will take the stage, along with the 9 other Top-Ten Finalists to compete at the Grand Finale in Ottawa on October 20th at Startup Day 2022, to win $30,000 (1st place), $15,000 (2nd place), and $10,000 (3rd place) to grow our business. 

This year’s finalists span all across Canada and across a variety of different industries. Meet our fellow finalists: 

  1. Allex Laurin, Cheelcare, striking assistive devices that facilitate independence for people with limited abilities.
  2. Nancy Wingham, Nuez Acres, an Indigenous and woman owned brand creating pecan oil beauty products for your skin, hair, and body. 
  3. Julia St. Amand, RetinaLogik, a revolutionary eye exam technology that creates access to proactive vision screening.
  4. Sang Le, Peko Produce, a mystery box containing a mix of conventional and organic produce.
  5. Jessica Yang, Tochtech Technologies Ltd, a technology that eliminates the risk and sense of disconnect for seniors, especially those living independently.
  6. Michael W. Palmer, Solves Strips, thin, dissolvable strips that contain vitamins, supplements or medications for those who don’t like swallowing pills.
  7. Edouard Romeus, Buyer Folio Inc, a digital home buying assistant.
  8. Joey Hébert, MOS, an innovative car transport accessory that makes the lives of outdoor enthusiasts a lot easier.
  9. Stephanie Tien, Arbre, sustainable, innovative, and inclusive SPF products.
  10. Bronwyn Bridges, PragmaClin, which helps patients with Parkinson’s disease monitor their condition with the use of a flagship software, PRIMS.

 

The Grand Finale

The Grand Finale will be taking place at Startup Day 2022 in Ottawa at the Shaw Centre on October 20th. Register today here.

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