Founded in Quebec then transferred to New Brunswick, Joel & Nanz Inc. is an AI consultancy helping small and mid-sized organizations across Canada adopt artificial intelligence in a practical, responsible way. Led by founder Joel Gathercole — who brings more than 36 years of programming experience and over 26 years in server administration — the company blends deep technical expertise with a strong focus on real-world business impact.
Joel & Nanz specializes in building voice and chat agents, workflow automation, and private large language model (LLM) deployments, particularly for industries with strict privacy requirements such as healthcare, legal, and finance. Their work is grounded in a commitment to keeping sensitive data secure and within Canadian infrastructure.
At the core of their offering is MapleWorkSuite, a modular SaaS platform featuring AI receptionists, virtual assistants, and secure document signing (MapleSecure) — all designed and hosted in Canada. Built with SOC 2 and HIPAA-aligned controls and designed around Canadian privacy law (PIPEDA, including provincial health-privacy requirements), the platform enables organizations to leverage advanced AI capabilities without compromising data privacy or compliance. In practice, that can mean AI receptionists that answer calls and book appointments for clinics and property managers, freeing teams to focus on higher-value work.
Beyond product development, Joel & Nanz partners closely with clients on AI strategy, custom integrations, and training — helping teams understand not just what AI can do, but where it adds the most value. Their philosophy is clear: AI should enhance human expertise, not replace it.
By making AI more accessible, secure, and trustworthy, Joel & Nanz is helping organizations across Atlantic Canada and beyond confidently navigate the future of technology.
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