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Aksys Networks has created KONNECT, the world's best telephone system for small offices. It is easy to install and use, works with traditional landlines as well as emerging VOIP services. It does not require a server, PBX or hosted service yet delivers the powerful features that a small office needs.

The Bioactive Oils

The Bioactive Oils Program features an exceptional interdisciplinary team of biochemists, molecular biologists, processing scientists, breeders and nutritionists. The program aims to produce a flax oil that can be converted into bioactive omega-3 fatty acids and to reduce unhealthy trans-fats in processed canola oil.

BioNeutra is a private company founded in 2003 to move science-based processes into the commercial product marketplace. From its head office and manufacturing base in Edmonton, BioNeutra focuses on providing consistent, quality functional food ingredients for formulators and manufacturers.

BioLipids

BioLipids is a health sciences company founded to commercialize therapeutics formulated to treat and prevent intestinal disease. BioLipids Inc has exclusive rights to use gangliosides isolated from milk in prevention and treatment of:

  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
  • Diarrhea caused by Giardia
  • Cholesterol absorption

The company mandate is to include gangliosides in supplements or as a fortifier into existing foods, such as infant formulas, baby foods, yogurts, cereal bars, bottled water or other drinks.

Botaneco is the global developer and marketer of innovative oleosome-based ingredients to the personal care and OTC topical markets. With two facilities in North America, we are committed to developing groundbreaking ingredients based on our patented oleosome technology, and offering multifunctional, tangible and documented benefits to formulators and consumers alike

Business Infusions' flagship product, Hospital & Veterinarian Management System [HVMS] is a powerful, integrated practice management solution that gives veterinarians new levels of control over practice operations. By enabling the integration of lab and imaging modalities, and by increasing workflow capabilities, practices can proactively manage operations that drive profitability. Business Infusions has implemented our enterprise software platform in some of the largest and most complex operating environments in the world and continues to grow our customer base and market share as we enter in new vertical market segments.

Cadillac Coatings Canada Inc. will revolutionalize the wood finishing industry. Our paintline equipment will modernize the industry giving our customers the ability to offer the finest furniture finish that all consumers demand today. In turn, this equipment will become the most popular for quality, financial benefits, and "green" technology in the marketplace today. All furniture and wood finishers will have the ability to offer the quality and durability they have been seeking in comparison to the metal industry finishes now available.

duJour Bakery Inc

duJour Bakery Inc is the creator of a line of all natural, healthy and delicious baked goods to fulfill the increasing consumer needs for better alternative snack foods to promote healthier lifestyle choices. These trans fat free cookies can be found in several Calgary health food stores and Federated Co-Op locations.

The Growing Power Group develops and commercializes renewable energy technologies and projects. Our core technology is the world's only anaerobic digestion system capable of treating materials that competing technologies can't handle, such as feedlot manure, MSW and food industry waste; other technologies include integrated solutions for the production of biofuels with superior net energy balances.

IntelliView is a front technology leader in providing Video Analytics (i.e. intelligent scene analysis) products and solutions. Their applications range from security, asset protection, traffic management to mobile fleet management as well as store and parking lot management.

Kinnikinnick Foods Incis a manufacturing firm that specializes in the production of gluten free/dairy free items for customers with Celiac Disease or those affected by Autistic Spectrum Disorders (ASD) or other allergy conditions. The company's products are sold throughout both Canada and the USA in specialty, health food and mass market stores as well as on the internet.

LesLee Creations Ltd

LesLee Creations Ltd is a well established Alberta company specializing in the production and distribution of high quality gourmet foods to the specialty and gift food marketplace. LesLee Creations Ltd produces products such as Thomson's Pride No Sugar Added Ketchup, a variety of Country Spice Collection seasoning blends, and trans fat free Urban Blends hot chocolate mixes. LesLee Ceations Ltd also offers distribution of products of selected Canadian food processors such as The Garlic Box, Zinter Brown Taste Treats, Distinctly Tea and Glenlochar Kitchens.

The Rhodiola rosea Commercialization Team

The Rhodiola rosea Commercialization Team is developing a "field to medicine cabinet" approach to build the foundation for cultivation, processing and commercialization of Rhodiola rosea in Alberta.

The project outcome is to have an Alberta grown and processed Rhodiola rosea product and/or ingredient available to the marketplace supported by Standards of Evidence accepted by Health Canada.

SciMed Technologies Inc. is developing and commercializing specialized diagnostic kits for the food industry and human/animal health and nutrition. SciMed's lead products are immunoassay kits: VitaKit ATM and VitaKit DTM are used to determine vitamin A & D content in dairy products.

SemBioSys uses plants as a solar factory for the production of bio-pharmaceuticals and protein drugs. SemBioSys' first products are human insulin for diabetes and apo lipo protein AI, a drug used to prevent atherosclerosis and cardio vascular disease.

Sinoveda is the next generation of Nutraceutical innovators. It represents a fusion of nature and science. We use advanced pharmaceutical techniques to realize the full potential of herbal supplements. This means the greatest potency, the highest consistency, and the finest quality natural supplements for you, our customer.

Soil Less Growing Systems Inc. (SGS) is an innovative company that is transforming the way crops are grown by developing high intensity indoor Aeroponic growing in enclosed insulated buildings called "Plant Factories." These Plant Factories result in low cost production and a very high level of fresh, pesticide free, traceable, locally grown, safe produce.

TTS provides its services of applied product and technology development to primary and secondary biofibre processors as outlined below:

  • Product development
  • Technology development
  • Process improvement
  • Incubator facility
    • semi-commercial production
    • Pre-Commercialization

TTS services extend to manufacturers and distributors/users who are looking for GREEN and SUSTAINABLE alternatives.

Tynt aids in the evolution of the social web letting people express and share relevant web content with trusted friends and groups, anytime. Tynt goes with you anywhere on the web making it more participatory and personalized and transforming browsing into a social experience. Tynt helps people create commentary, conversation and community... all in context anywhere on the web.

"Userful is a web-service that lets you manage and multiply your desktop computers using existing PC hardware. Userful is the world's greenest approach to desktop computing reducing both the environmental impact and cost of computers by over 80%. With over 65,000 seats installed around the world, Userful software is a proven solution for schools, call-centers, hotels, libraries, & health-care and many other applications."