News Summary

Deloitte Canada has acquired Vancouver-based Pocketed, a startup known for its innovative grant and tax-credit matching program, for an undisclosed amount. Pocketed’s platform utilizes artificial intelligence to connect businesses with eligible grants and tax credits, facilitating the application process. This acquisition will integrate Pocketed’s capabilities into Deloitte’s suite of products, expanding its offerings in grants and the Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) tax incentive program. Pocketed, launched in 2020, has helped over 17,000 businesses access more than $200 million in grants and incentives. With the acquisition, Pocketed will continue to operate independently under the brand ‘Pocketed, a Deloitte business,’ joining Deloitte’s Gi3 practice focused on research and development and sustainability incentives. The entire Pocketed team, including co-founders Brianna Blaney and Aria Hahn, will join Deloitte Canada.