LiORA was founded by Steven Siciliano in 2018.

Who are LiORA's investors?

LiORA's investors include BDC Sustainability Venture Fund, Co.Labs, Golden Opportunities Fund, Startup TNT, BDC Capital Corporation.

How much funding has LiORA raised?

LiORA has disclosed $5M raised across 1 round.

Where is LiORA headquartered?

LiORA is headquartered in Saskatoon, CA.

LiORA

Saskatoon, CA · Founded 2018 · 33 employees on LinkedIn · 9 known investors

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LiORA develops soil monitoring and remediation technology to help clients restore and repair contaminated soils using science-based instrumentation and data systems. The company serves environmental teams and organizations focused on soil remediation and environmental sustainability.

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Founders & leadership

LiORA was founded in 2018 by Steven Siciliano.

Steven SicilianoCEO & Co-FounderHe holds a research leadership position at the University of Saskatchewan focused on in situ remediation techniques.

Investors · 9

BDC Sustainability Venture Fundlisted by BDC Sustainability Venture FundMontréal

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Co.Labslisted by Co.LabsSaskatoon

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Golden Opportunities Fundlisted by Golden Opportunities FundSaskatoon

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Startup TNTlisted by Startup TNTEdmonton · $5K – $100K

BDC Capital CorporationreportedWakefield

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Also in the syndicate · 4

BDC Capital’s Sustainability Venture FundleadConexus Credit Union Venture Fund 2leadPIC Investment GroupWTC Investments LP

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$5M disclosed across 1 round · 2025

$5Mseed funding roundAug 2025 · 3 sources
BDC Capital’s Sustainability Venture Fund (lead), Conexus Credit Union Venture Fund 2 (lead), BDC Capital, Golden Opportunities Fund Inc., PIC Investment Group, WTC Investments LP
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Frequently asked questions

What does LiORA do?: LiORA develops soil monitoring and remediation technology to help clients restore and repair contaminated soils using science-based instrumentation and data systems. The company serves environmental teams and organizations focused on soil remediation and environmental sustainability.
Who founded LiORA?: LiORA was founded by Steven Siciliano in 2018.
Who are LiORA's investors?: LiORA's investors include BDC Sustainability Venture Fund, Co.Labs, Golden Opportunities Fund, Startup TNT, BDC Capital Corporation.
How much funding has LiORA raised?: LiORA has disclosed $5M raised across 1 round.
Where is LiORA headquartered?: LiORA is headquartered in Saskatoon, CA.