MONTREAL, February 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Mecademic Inc., a leader in compact, high-precision industrial robotics, has raised $21 million CAD (approximately $15.3 million US). This investment was led by Investissement Québec (IQ), with additional participation from Export Development Canada (EDC) and the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC).
Strategic growth and global reach
“We are entering a period of rapid growth for automation,” said Philippe Beaulieu, CEO of Mecademic. “This financing allows us to expand our product range, strengthen our global presence and continue to be a leader in the field of micro-automation. We are proud to support the world’s most prestigious brands, wherever they operate.
The capital will drive product innovation and international scale, while also funding a new headquarters to meet growing global demand. This expansion follows a period of robust performance, during which Mecademic consistently outperformed the industry average. The company plans to capitalize on this momentum by investing heavily in the US, European and Asia-Pacific markets.
Precision automation for high-tech sectors
“Mecademic is a key Quebec leader in precision automation,” said Bicha Ngo, President and CEO of Investissement Québec. “Our investment supports their international expansion, helps increase production and strengthens their governance as they enter this next phase of growth.
Demand for Mecademic’s microautomation solutions is increasing in industries such as electronics, optics, medical devices and biotechnology. Its ultra-compact robotic arms allow manufacturers and laboratories to integrate precise and rapid automation into confined spaces where traditional robots cannot fit.
Strengthened leadership
Since 2022, Mecademic has become a global organization focused on growth. Governance has been strengthened with the appointment of Dominique Jodoin as Chairman of the Board and David Massé as Chief Financial Officer, who bring extensive experience in strategic finance. The founding team continues to lead core operations:
- Jonathan Coulombe (CTO): Technological innovation.
- Éric Boutet (VP R&D): Product development.
- Philippe Jacôme (COO): Global Operations.
- Ilian Bonev: Senior advisor in robotics.
About Mécademic
Based in Montreal, Canada, Mecademic designs and manufactures the most compact and precise industrial robots in the world. With an open architecture and standards-compliant design, Mecademic robotic arms enable manufacturers and machine builders to automate complex processes in tight spaces without sacrificing performance or reliability.
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