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About us

Bug Mars makes sustainable alternative protein more affordable and accessible, for people and livestock. AI-powered insect farms reduce labour costs and livestock mortality rates, can reuse waste heat and reduce GHG emissions, and are the perfect circular economy complement to vertical plant farms in smart cities. Partnered with the USDA and Carleton University for R&D, Bug Mars is currently building a shipping container cricket farm to demonstrate their software product Hexapod with pilots at an established large insect farm, an academic institution, and multiple poultry farms.

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Leadership

Natalie Duncan

CEO, co-founder

Seth Hardy

CTO, co-founder

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15th annual LiONS LAIR Pitch Competition

Celebrate the 15th anniversary of the LiONS LAIR pitch competition!

Since 2011, we’ve helped over 160 startups launch and scale their businesses. This fall, network with 350+ entrepreneurs, investors, and leaders at a milestone evening where community, growth & collaboration meet innovation.

Meet the top 10 finalists, and watch as they pitch their innovations live to a panel of investors and experts for cash prizes!

When: September 25, 2025 | 5:00pm – 9:00pm 

Where: Oakville Banquet & Conference Centre |
2515 Wyecroft Rd, Oakville, ON L6L 6P8