In the spring of 2023, we reported on a sustainable food waste separation device.
The smart under-sink composter technology was developed by Victoria-based startup Sepura Home, which had that April secured seed financing for a product that separates more than 99% of solid waste going down the drain while allowing liquids to flow through, leaving a sealed and odourless container of food waste.
In 2025, the B.C. company iterated its technology, launching a new automated version called Root.
To secure capital for the launch of Root, Sepura Home turned to the Kickstarter platform, where the campaign reached its goal $14,000 in four minutes—ultimately raising nearly $200K.
TELUS this month announced the winners of its sixth annual #StandWithOwners contest for small businesses in Canada—and Sepura is among them.
Since 2020, TELUS has invested over $6 million through the #StandWithOwners program, providing funding, technology, and exposure to help businesses thrive in a digital world.
“The thousands of applications we reviewed this year told remarkable stories of businesses that have truly Made It in Canada,” stated Katherine Emberly, President of Small and Medium Business at TELUS.
“It’s the perfect time to highlight our #StandWithOwners winners who embody the spirit of Canadian entrepreneurship while making a meaningful difference in their communities,” Emberly said.
The grand prize winners each receive a $200,000 prize package from TELUS, including $75,000 in direct funding, $80,000 in advertising and business exposure, $35,000 in technology, and $10,000 in TELUS Health wellbeing support.
Victoria’s Sepura Home is aiming to revolutionize kitchen waste management with its IoT-enabled system. Through an integrated mobile app, Sepura provides users with enhanced control, environmental impact insights, and over-the-air software updates.
Sepura was founded in 2018 by chief executive officer Victor Nicolov.
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