DMZ welcomes Incubator Cohort 9 companies

We’re proud to welcome the newest cohort of startups joining the DMZ Incubator: a bold mix of founders building solutions that challenge the status quo and push innovation forward.

Handpicked from hundreds of global applicants, these companies stood out for their vision, traction, and potential to disrupt industries.

Some highlights of this cohort: 

• Proudly Canadian: Every startup is Canadian-built, with at least one founder based in Toronto, showcasing our continued commitment to supporting homegrown innovation.
• Women-led excellence: Several companies are led or co-led by women founders, reinforcing our focus on backing diverse leadership in tech.
• AI-powered disruption: Many companies in this group are leveraging AI to transform traditional sectors — from hiring and enterprise automation to music marketing and parking infrastructure.
• Industry diversity: This cohort spans a wide range of sectors, including real estate, HR tech, music marketing, parking infrastructure, and enterprise SaaS, proving that Canadian innovation is anything but one-dimensional.

Over 18 months, these startups will receive tailored support to scale their products and grow their customer base, along with guidance to navigate global market entry. Founders will benefit from one-on-one mentorship with experienced entrepreneurs and operators and gain access to a trusted network of investors, legal experts, and professional advisors.

Meet the startups shaping the future of tech: 

ARKI is an AI-powered system of record that utilizes internal data to accelerate future construction projects.

NextGen Sound is an automated marketing platform that allows creators and teams to automate ads, build mini-sites, collect fan data, and run SMS/Email campaigns — all in one place.

Lighthouse uses advanced AI and NLP to instantly screen thousands of resumes, helping you to identify top candidates in seconds. Say goodbye to manual sorting and hello to faster, smarter hiring.

Loop Parking is revolutionizing the urban parking experience with the power of AI. Loop Parking uses real-time detection technology to identify parking occupancy and violations—streamlining enforcement, reducing traffic congestion, and driving smarter, more sustainable city living.

EZOFIS simplifies complex business workflows through an AI-infused, low-code platform that automates processes, accelerates innovation, and drives efficiency. We empower businesses to move beyond traditional limitations and turn ideas into outcomes—faster and smarter.

Get to know more about our Spring ‘25 cohort of startups by visiting DMZ’s Current Startups page. Are you an early-stage tech founder interested in growing your business? Learn more about how DMZ’s Incubator can help here.