University of Toronto secures services from Treepz, the newly debuted Canadian company, as its initial client.
Treepz Expands Global Reach with Canadian Launch
African mobility startup Treepz has made a significant move by launching operations in Canada, establishing its global headquarters in Brampton, Ontario. This marks a milestone in the company's global ambitions, as it aims to address cross-border corporate travel needs[1][5].
Founded in Nigeria in 2019, Treepz now operates in 25 cities across five countries - Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Uganda, and Canada. The company has served over 6 million customers to date and is poised to meet the growing demand for efficient commuting and business travel in Canada, where millions commute daily and millions travel internationally annually[1].
Treepz's entry into Canada was facilitated by partnerships with local organizations, including the Mayor of Brampton Patrick Brown, the Black Entrepreneurship Alliance’s World Trade Center TAP program, and the Brampton Entrepreneurs program. The company also participated in the Techstars Toronto accelerator in 2021[1][4][5].
One of Treepz's first Canadian corporate clients is the African Impact Initiative at the University of Toronto, reflecting its focus on serving corporate travel clients with cross-border mobility needs between Africa and Canada[1][2]. The partnership with the African Impact Challenge will manage corporate travel logistics for participants traveling to South Africa, Kenya, Ghana, and Rwanda.
Treepz is positioning itself as a tech-driven alternative for business travel logistics in North America. With its expansion to Canada, the company aims to target more corporate clients across the country, leveraging its innovative African mobility solutions to streamline corporate travel[1][2][5].
The 2-year partnership will include arrangements for flights, accommodations, and ground transport, making Treepz an attractive option for businesses seeking seamless corporate travel solutions. The launch was hosted at Brampton City Hall, with Mayor Patrick Brown publicly endorsing Treepz's move[1].
Erica Henry-Jackman, Brampton's Manager for Investment Attraction, expressed excitement about Treepz's expansion and personal connections to the company. She noted that Treepz's success in Africa and its strategic entry into Canada will bring significant economic benefits to Brampton[1].
In 2024, over 38.7 million Canadians traveled abroad, presenting a substantial market for Treepz's services. With its Canadian launch, Treepz is well-positioned to capitalize on this demand and continue its global growth[1].
[1] - https://www.treepz.com/news/treepz-expands-to-canada [2] - https://www.thestar.com/business/2022/05/24/african-startup-treepz-launches-operations-in-canada-with-brampton-headquarters.html [3] - https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/treepz-launches-operations-in-canada-to-address-cross-border-corporate-travel-needs-894499484.html [4] - https://www.techstars.com/programs/toronto/2021/cohort/treepz [5] - https://www.brampton.ca/en/news-and-events/news/2022/may/24/treepz-launches-operations-in-canada-to-address-cross-border-corporate-travel-needs
Treepz, with its expansion into Canada, is poised to leverage technology and innovative African mobility solutions to penetrate the North American business market, particularly the finance and corporate travel sectors. The entry into Canada's finance-driven industry represents a significant venture for Treepz, aiming to streamline travel logistics for corporate clients and tap into the extensive market of millions of annual international travelers.
