Innovation Accelerator Program

The Valence InVent Xtend™ is an adjustable valve enclosure and ventilator multiplexor designed to address critical ventilator shortages. This innovative patent-pending device enables multiple patients to share a single ventilator while providing highly individualizable ventilator pressures for each patient. It’s a powerful tool in disaster or pandemic scenarios where ventilator capacity is limited.

Voyce, of Toronto, ON, is a medical interpretation service which provides on-demand access to professionally qualified medical interpreters of more than 240 languages and dialects. Voyce connects patients and medical professionals in an average of under 30 seconds, ensuring that the right treatment is provided with understanding and dignity.

P-Stik, of Aldergrove, BC, has designed an innovative device to collect urine samples in hospitals, care facilities, community labs, and medical offices while maintaining patient dignity. Made from lightweight, 100% recyclable plastic, the P-Stik is a cost-effective tool that makes the collection of clean urine samples easier for patients, family caregivers, and healthcare staff.

CANADAMASQ, of Richmond Hill, ON, is the first and only 100Pa certified respirator made in Canada with children's sizes available. We have entered a supply agreement for the “Q100” (XS) – the only CSA Certified CA-N95 Respirator in extra small size. This mask is designed to fit small adult faces. It exceeds the highest level of breathability in the new CSA Standards, achieving the 100 Pa / 100 Pa level.

DermGENTM is a unique and advanced regenerative tissue matrix derived from human skin from a certified tissue bank. Its natural composition and structure is recognized by patient cells, stimulating an optimal regenerative healing process.

Protective film designed to prevent Grade 2 and 3 acute Radiation Dermatitis and desquamation for breast cancer patients.

Yewtwist is an IV grip distributed by Nipro Canada, of Lindsay, ON. This innovative device was created by a Registered Nurse (RN) and is designed to grip IV lines quickly, safely, and efficiently for the purpose of disconnecting the line without any damage.

Silverlon® Antimicrobial Silver Plated Burn Dressings by Argentum Medical LLC of Geneva, IL. These unique burn dressings with “Antimicrobial Silver-plating Technology" deliver silver ions without releasing silver particles into the wound bed.