News Summary

Lime Health, a Quebec-based B Corp certified company, has successfully raised $1 million in funding from private investors, Desjardins’ Startup in Residence program, and the Business Development Bank of Canada. The funds will be used to accelerate the commercialization of their mobile app, Emilia, which helps patients remember, understand, and share information from medical consultations. The app has been adopted by thousands of users in Canada and internationally, significantly impacting patient care and understanding. Lime Health plans to expand Emilia’s reach by deploying it on a larger scale in Canada and strengthening partnerships with healthcare institutions. Interest in the app has been shown by institutions in Belgium, Switzerland, the United States, and the United Kingdom, where it aims to enhance health literacy and patient empowerment.