ABOUT US
Caribou Makes Care Agencies World-Class Employers
Our Story
Caribou was founded by Alex Oosterveen and Christian Alaimo, classmates at Queen’s University, who each experienced the caregiver shortage in deeply personal ways. Alex saw it through his mother, a frontline caregiver; Christian lived it while supporting his grandmother throughout her care journey. Both came to the same realization: caregivers shape outcomes for patients, yet receive little recognition for their impact.
Years later, drawing on their shared experiences, they launched Caribou with a clear mission: end the caregiver shortage. As they listened to agencies, caregivers, and families, one truth stood out: the entire ecosystem is interconnected. When agencies thrive, they can invest more in recognition and innovation. And when caregivers feel valued, agencies perform better. The result? Better patient care.
Our vision remains the same today: a world where no person goes without the care they need—and no caregiver goes without the recognition they deserve.
Our Mission
Caribou elevates care agencies to world-class employer status. By making caregivers feel truly seen and valued, we help agencies improve retention, recruitment, compliance, and performance—all while reducing back-office work through impactful automation. The result? Happier caregivers for patients, better outcomes for your business.
Our technology integrates seamlessly with existing systems, automating recognition and rewards in real time. But Caribou is more than software—we’re your partner in growth. With expert guidance, data-driven insights, and a relentless focus on outcomes, we help agencies prove just how powerful it is to care.
