Vancouver-based Leasey.AI has been named one of just two finalists selected for the prestigious Desjardins Startup in Residence program, a coveted eight-month initiative designed to support high-growth Canadian PropTech startups.

The selection follows a highly competitive process that saw nearly 40 applications from across the real estate technology space. Backed by Desjardins Lab and Startup in Residence, the program provides $15,000 in non-dilutive funding, tailored mentorship, and access to Desjardins experts—with the potential for up to $250,000 in follow-on investment.

Leasey.AI offers a comprehensive leasing automation platform for residential property managers, streamlining tasks like listing syndication, tenant screening, and renters insurance through embedded services and automation.

“Leasey.AI was built to simplify the leasing experience through automation and embedded services—this partnership gives us a unique opportunity to collaborate with one of Canada’s most innovative financial institutions,” said Carlos Leal, Co-Founder of Leasey.AI.

CEO and Co-Founder Juan Leal added that the residency will help strengthen Leasey’s product offering for both property managers and renters.

Participation in the program places Leasey.AI in an elite group of real estate tech innovators and culminates in a pitch to Desjardins leadership and investor partners. The announcement follows Leasey’s recent pitch at Web Summit Vancouver and its recognition as a finalist at the CanadianSME Small Business Awards, underscoring the startup’s growing momentum in Canada’s PropTech sector.