Proof of Usefulness Report

The Canadian Seltzer Company

Analysis completed on 2/18/2026

+46
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The Canadian Seltzer Company is a verifiable contract beverage manufacturer and brand owner based in Calgary, Alberta. While the business has tangible real-world utility in the food and beverage sector with products in local distribution (verified via Liquor Connect), the submission suffers from poor quality and hyperbolic claims (e.g., 'most people have used my product', 'audience reach: everyone'). The reported 'all time marketcap: 2500000' likely refers to a valuation or cumulative revenue of $2.5M CAD, placing it in the small business category (<$1M annual revenue). The project lacks significant technical innovation typical of high-scoring technology submissions, and its reach is regionally limited rather than global. The low score reflects the disconnect between the submission's exaggerated claims and the reality of a standard, albeit functional, local manufacturing business.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+17.5
Audience Reach Impact+2.0
Technical Innovation+2.25
Evidence Of Traction+12.5
Market Timing Relevance+5.0
Functional Completeness+0.5
Subtotal+39.75
Usefulness Multiplierx1.15
Final Score+46

Project Details

Description
The Canadian Seltzer Company provides end-to-end service for existing producers and new entrants in the Vodka, Soda, Seltzer, and Alcoholic ready-to-drink category while actively participating in the category with stand-alone, owned brands.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Growing utility with room for optimization
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline