HINT History

HINT participated in the Consortium’s Demo Day at Invest-Tech 2025 in Ax-C, pitching its project alongside innovative startups from the ACET, Centech Mtl, Health Technology Catalyst (CTS), and Zú ecosystem.
 

HINT was present at the DEL Accelerator Demo Day, alongside a dozen innovative companies from the South Shore. We had the opportunity to pitch on stage, meet numerous visitors, and showcase our latest developments. 
 

Founder Lab is designed to help women founders gain the knowledge, tools, and network they need to approach fundraising with confidence. Pauline Boisbouvier, CEO and co-founder of HINT, is proud to officially be part of this program with Movement51.

HINT participated as an exhibiting startup in the first edition of the Rendez-vous Numérique in Québec, organized by Capitale Numérique, connecting with industry leaders and showcasing its innovative approach to the digital ecosystem.

 Our CEO and co-founder, Pauline Boisbouvier, took part in the panel "Innovation and Growth: The Power of Partnerships between SMEs, Startups, and Investors" during the PME-Startups Networking Tour – Montérégie Edition. 

Aimed at startups seeking a master’s-level intern to help advance an AI innovation project, HINT is proud to be announced as one of the 10 selected projects for this initiative in 2025! 
 

Pauline Boisbouvier of HINT among the 20 founders selected by Movement 51 to embark on a fundraising journey with confidence. The program includes hands-on workshops, expert advice, and meetings with investors — all leading up to an exclusive Demo Day in June in front of Canada’s top investors.

This edition of RDV Innov by DELagglo is an event focused on new knowledge in the fields of sustainable development, innovation, and digital transformation. RDV Innov is aimed at business visionaries who are not afraid of change. HINT is pleased to be a among the exhibiting startups of this event.

HINT is honored to be featured once again in the Startup Innovation Zone at the Émergence Summit, organized by Zú and presented by TELUS. The event spotlighted innovation and entrepreneurship, reinforcing the importance of supporting Québec’s startup ecosystem and future-focused founders.
 

Showcasing the best of local innovation, HINT was selected as one of the top 100 AI startups in Canada — and chosen among the top 20 to pitch on stage at the country’s largest AI event
 

 The NEXT AI 2024 cohort, made up of over 75 innovative entrepreneurs from various sectors, is showcased during Demo Day in Montréal. HINT was selected as one of the 10 featured startups from the 2024 cohort. 

Presented at the Collision Conference in Toronto, HINT also took part in the pitch competition and ranked among Investissement Québec’s top 10 startups. 

The companies supported by the NEXT AI Montreal team were showcased at the recent Venture Reveal by NEXT AI Canada, with HINT officially part of the 2024 cohort. 

Following the announcement by the Guy Laliberté Foundation, HINT is taking part in the 2024 Influence Summit: Technology and Responsible Creativity organized by Zú. 
 

HINT is proud to be named a finalist for the Guy Laliberté Foundation Grant in the Women in Entrepreneurship category, recognizing its commitment to responsible innovation and leadership.

Montreal is a thriving ecosystem for AI, inspiring many creators and entrepreneurs — including Pauline Boisbouvier and Patrick Fauquembergue of HINT. 
 

Pauline Boisbouvier and Patrick Fauquembergue both have extensive experience in media production. They began exploring artificial intelligence while working on the production of "AI: To Be or Not to Be" 

NEXT Canada’s mission is to identify and support the country’s top entrepreneurial talent. HINT is honored to be part of the 2024 cohort, alongside a group of ambitious founders shaping the future of innovation.
 

The startups from the Zú delegation at SXSW had the privilege of an exclusive meeting with Quebec’s Minister for the Economy, Mr. Christopher Skeete, MBA, Adm.A. 
 

 The 4th edition of the Demo Day by the Quebec Consortium of High-Tech Incubators brought together nearly 200 people to watch pitches from 22 startups ready to kick off new funding rounds. 

 Zú’s #incubation program, lasting a minimum of one year and renewable, stands out for its flexibility, offering personalized support tailored to the various growth stages of startups. 

HINT highlighted at the landmark gathering to where the city's most promising emerging startups are showcased. HINT announced as a winner at Grand-messe Startup Montréal !