Propel Announces Graduates of Its Latest Traction & Growth Cohort

Halifax, NS — December 19, 2025 — Propel is proud to announce the companies graduating from its most recent Traction & Growth cohort, recognizing a group of founders who have demonstrated strong momentum and are actively scaling innovative businesses across a range of sectors.

The Traction & Growth cohort is designed for later-stage companies with demonstrated traction, providing hands-on support to help founders accelerate revenue, refine strategy, and prepare for their next phase of growth. Through tailored coaching, expert mentorship, and peer learning, participating companies strengthened their foundations and sharpened their path forward.
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Graduating Companies

The companies graduating from Propel’s latest Traction & Growth cohort include:‍

AgroGene Solutions (New Brunswick) - An agri-biotechnology company developing advanced genetic solutions to improve crop productivity and sustainability through comprehensive honeybee hive diagnostics. AgroGene Founder Pascale Michaud was also named “Emerging Innovator” at this year’s InnovateNB awards.‍

Atlantiq AI Automation Solutions Ltd. (Newfoundland and Labrador) - Through an AI platform for ship design teams, AtlantiqAI helps marine vessel design/engineering firms compress project timelines, reduce rework, bid on more projects, and scale QA/QC activities.‍

Bubbles Haircare for Kids (New Brunswick) - Bubbles Haircare for Kids is a child-focused hair salon in Saint John designed to make haircuts fun, comfortable, and stress-free for kids.‍

CakeyHand Dessert Factory Inc. (Newfoundland and Labrador) - A specialty dessert company offering handcrafted baked goods with a focus on quality, creativity, and memorable experiences.‍

Dispension Industries Incorporated (Nova Scotia) - A technology company delivering automated dispensing solutions designed to improve accuracy, safety, and efficiency across industries.‍

ImmigrateAI Global (Nova Scotia) - An AI-driven platform simplifying immigration processes by providing accessible, data-informed guidance for newcomers and professionals.‍

NutraForge Technologies Inc. (Newfoundland and Labrador) – A health and nutrition technology company developing innovative solutions to support wellness and performance.‍

Stellar RHL Inc. (Nova Scotia) – Stellar Futures is a technology platform that uses environmental data to improve proactive public alerting and climate-risk analytics.‍

SudDrop Laundry (Nova Scotia) – A consumer services company offering convenient, on-demand laundry solutions designed for modern lifestyles.

Weevva Systems Ltd. (Newfoundland and Labrador) – A software company building systems to help organizations better manage operations, data, and decision-making.

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“These founders entered the Traction & Growth cohort with ambition and momentum, and they leave with greater clarity, stronger execution, and a clear focus on what’s next,” comments Elaine McKinnon, Interim CEO, Propel. “We’re proud to support this group and excited to continue following their growth.”

“Propel helped bring real discipline to how I was building Weevva. The coaching pushed me to slow down, validate my assumptions, and stay focused on the real problems Weevva’s customers are trying to solve, rather than trying to be everything at once. That clarity helped me double down on the features that truly matter. I am really looking forward to this next phase of Weevva and grateful for everything I am taking away from the Propel experience,” comments Matt Creese, Founder and CEO, Weevva.

Through a series of cohorts throughout the year, Propel offers tailored programming and coaching for pre-revenue and revenue generating companies. Last year the program celebrated its 20th year of supporting startups and playing a lead role in fostering the tech ecosystem in Atlantic Canada.
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About Propel‍

Propel is Atlantic Canada’s leading virtual accelerator, built for founders ready to move faster, think bigger, and scale smarter. With over 1,000 startups supported, we’ve helped entrepreneurs validate product-market fit, land repeatable customers, and raise the capital they need to grow. Our 100% virtual model means you don’t need to relocate or hit pause on your business. You’ll get direct access to world-class coaches, a proven founder-focused curriculum, and a global network of mentors, all without leaving your community.

If you're serious about building a scalable tech company, Propel will meet you where you are and push you where you need to go. Learn more about upcoming cohorts, programming, and how to apply on the Propel website.

Media contact:‍

Tara Wickwire, Marketing Lead
Tara@propelict.com
902.403.6391

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