Did you attend the Startup Open House event in Montreal last October?
If so, you know that it is one of the coolest ways to learn about innovative startups and what they have to offer. But in case you missed it, here are four promising startups that took part in the event.
Bike riders and cycling fanatics, this one is for you! SmartHalo consists of a small device to install on your bicycle, and which connects to your smartphone to provide you with the directions you need to get to your destination as soon as possible, as shown by @thescoutlife on Instagram.
Basically, your bike also becomes a GPS. What’s great about SmartHalo is that its simple design makes it very user-friendly. But what’s even cooler is that you can even configure its settings so that your bike only tells you how close you are to your final destination, hence giving you the freedom to discover the area without ever worrying about getting lost. The SmartHalo app even remembers where you parked!
© @thescoutlife
Numerous athletes and fitness addicts already own some Hexoskin activewear, as does Teisha Lowry. Hexoskin’s collection of fitness clothing aims to provide you with significant data about your health and physical performance. Using health sensors hidden inside the outfit, the Hexoskin app collects data, such as your heartbeat frequency and running cadence, and organizes the information in a clear way so that you can easily assess your results. It is the perfect gift for people who closely watch their health and physical performance, or who simply enjoy maintaining a very active lifestyle.
© @teishalowry
Most probably the most avant-garde startup mentioned in this article, Hexa Foods makes insect-based food products. Insects have the advantage of taking less space and energy, as well as producing significantly less greenhouse gas emissions than animal sources of protein. Bug Bites bite-sized energy snacks are their first and only product for the moment, and it is for dogs only! Give it to your dog for a nutritious, protein-rich and environmentally friendly treat! You’ll see, he’ll love them.
© Alex Godbout-Simard
Do you remember playing with Lego® as a kid? Well, MakerBloks is like the innovative, stimulating, and technologically advanced version of it. But don’t get caught up, the concept is rather simple : different types of blocks, when assembled, create an electrical circuit. Since the game is purposefully conceived for kids to learn about the world of electricity, the set of blocks comes with an electronic book that acts as a guide throughout the game. Possibly the most ingenious thing about MakerBloks is their unisex design, specifically aimed at encouraging young girls as much as young boys to develop a liking for science. An innovative concept that responds well to current social issues!
© @makerbloks
To learn more about these startups and be updated on their most recent offers, don’t hesitate to navigate their websites, and like their Facebook page! You may also visit this website to learn more about other amazing startups in Montreal.
By : Maha Khalil
Curious and insatiable, Maha loves everything that rhymes with innovation, creativity and social issues. Even if she’s interested in everything, she has a special place in her heart for art and culture, especially theatre! Always looking for new adventures, Maha likes to stay current about startups, because they are full of surprises and new challenges.
