UNITED
STATES
SECURITIES
AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington,
D.C. 20549
FORM
10-Q
☒
QUARTERLY
REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For
the quarterly period ended November 30, 2024
OR
☐
TRANSITION
REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For
the transition period from to
Commission
File Number 001-41738
PINEAPPLE
FINANCIAL INC.
(Exact
name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Canada
Not
applicable
(State
or other jurisdiction
of
incorporation or organization)
(I.R.S.
Employer
Identification
No.)
Unit
200 , 111 Gordon Baker Road
North
York , Ontario M2H 3R1
(Address
of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)
Registrant’s
telephone number, including area code: (416) 669-2046
Indicate
by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange
Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2)
has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes ☒ No ☐
Indicate
by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule
405 of Regulation S-T (§ 232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant
was required to submit such files). Yes ☒ No ☐.
Indicate
by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting
company, or an emerging growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,”
“smaller reporting company,” and “emerging growth company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.
Large
accelerated filer
☐
Accelerated
Filer
☐
Non-accelerated
filer
☒
Smaller
reporting company
☒
Emerging
Growth Company
☒
If
an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying
with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐
Indicate
by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act) Yes ☐ No ☒
Securities
registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title
of each class
Trading
symbol
Name
of each exchange on which registered
Common
Shares, no par value
PAPL
NYSE
American
The
number of shares of the registrant’s common stock issued and outstanding, as of January 20, 2025 was 8,808,019 .
PINEAPPLE
FINANCIAL INC.
TABLE
OF CONTENTS FOR FORM 10-Q
PART
I.
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Item
1.
Financial Statements
Consolidated Balance Sheets (unaudited)
3
Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss(unaudited)
4
Consolidated Statements of Shareholders’ Equity (unaudited)
5
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (unaudited)
6
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)
7
Item
2.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
20
Item
3.
Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
30
Item
4.
Controls and Procedures
30
PART
II.
OTHER INFORMATION
Item
1.
Legal Proceedings
30
Item
1A.
Risk Factors
30
Item
2.
Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds
30
Item
3.
Defaults Upon Senior Securities
31
Item
4.
Mine Safety Disclosures
31
Item
5.
Other Information
31
Item
6.
Exhibits
31
SIGNATURES
32
i
FORWARD-LOOKING
STATEMENTS
This
report contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, or the “Securities
Act,” and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 or the “Exchange Act.” These forward-looking statements
are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from historical results or anticipated
results.
In
some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terms such as “may,” “intend,” “might,”
“will,” “should,” “could,” “would,” “expect,” “believe,” “anticipate,”
“estimate,” “predict,” “potential,” or the negative of these terms. These terms and similar expressions
are intended to identify forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements in this report are based upon management’s
current expectations and beliefs, which management believes are reasonable. In addition, we cannot assess the impact of each factor on
our business or the extent to which any factor or combination of factors, or factors we are aware of, may cause actual results to differ
materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking
statements. These statements represent our estimates and assumptions only as of the date of this report. Except to the extent required
by federal securities laws, we undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances after
the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.
You
should be aware that our actual results could differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements due to a number
of factors, including:
●
the
timing of the development of future services,
●
projections
of revenue, earnings, capital structure and other financial items,
●
statements
regarding the capabilities of our business operations,
●
statements
of expected future economic performance,
●
statements
regarding competition in our market, and
●
assumptions
underlying statements regarding us or our business.
Other
risks and uncertainties include such factors, among others, as market acceptance and market demand for our products and services, pricing,
the changing regulatory environment, the effect of our accounting policies, industry trends, adequacy of our financial resources to execute
our business plan, our ability to attract, retain and motivate key personnel, and other risks described from time to time in periodic
and current reports we file with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, or the “SEC.” You should consider
carefully the statements under this report, which address additional factors that could cause our actual results to differ from those
set forth in the forward-looking statements and could materially and adversely affect our business, operating results and financial condition.
All subsequent written and oral forward-looking statements attributable to us or persons acting on our behalf are expressly qualified
in their entirety by the applicable cautionary statements.
1
Pineapple
Financial Inc.
Condensed
Interim Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)
For
the three month period ended November 30, 2024
(Expressed
in US Dollars)
2
Pineapple
Financial Inc.
Condensed
Interim Consolidated Balance Sheets - Unaudited
(Expressed
in US Dollars)
As at:
November
30, 2024
August
31, 2024
Assets
Current assets
Cash
$ 619,581
$ 580,356
Trade and other receivables
Note 13
182,526
155,224
Prepaid expenses and deposits
154,983
157,911
Total current assets
957,090
893,491
Investment
Note 4
9,671
10,042
Right-of-use asset
Note 10
765,643
828,674
Property and equipment
Note 5
125,665
152,610
Intangible assets
Note 6
2,279,083
2,211,775
Total Assets
$ 4,137,152
$ 4,096,592
Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity
Current liabilities
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
$ 1,091,800
$ 1,125,477
Deferred revenue
45,683
111,921
Short term loan
Note 17
490,958
-
Current portion of lease liability
Note 10
158,259
161,508
Total current liabilities
1,786,700
1,398,906
Deferred government incentive
Note 13
446,015
491,251
Lease liability
Note 10
743,624
815,599
Warrant liability
Note 8
8,911
41,520
Total liabilities
$ 2,985,250
$ 2,747,276
Shareholders’ Equity
Common shares, no par value; unlimited authorized; 8,808,020 issued and outstanding shares as of November 30, 2024 and 8,425,353 as at August 31, 2024.
Note 7
8,727,906
8,559,856
Additional paid-in capital
Note 8,9
3,519,725
2,955,944
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
( 680,861 )
( 408,510 )
Accumulated deficit
( 10,414,868 )
( 9,757,974 )
Total stockholders’
equity
1,151,902
1,349,316
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’
EQUITY
$ 4,137,152
$ 4,096,592
Description
of business (note 1)
Contingencies
and commitments (note 15)
Subsequent
events (note 18)
Approved
on behalf of Board of Directors
“Shuba
Dasgupta”
“Drew
Green”
The
accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited condensed interim consolidated financial statements
3
Pineapple
Financial Inc.
Condensed
Interim Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss - Unaudited
(Expressed
in US Dollars)
For the period ended
November
30, 2024
November
30, 2023
Three Months Ended
For the period ended
November
30, 2024
November
30, 2023
(Unaudited)
(Unaudited)
Revenue
Note 16
$ 766,074
$ 569,355
Expenses
Selling, general and administrative
Note 11
417,406
560,151
Advertising and Marketing
273,009
133,470
Salaries, wages and benefits
436,365
644,273
Interest expense and bank charges
174,505
21,407
Depreciation and amortization
Note 5,6,10
185,523
137,427
Government Incentive
Note 13
( 27,219 )
( 51,047 )
Total expenses
$ 1,459,589
$ 1,445,681
Loss from operations
( 693,515 )
( 876,326 )
Foreign exchange gain (loss)
5,089
( 10,691 )
Gain on change in fair value of warrant liability
Note 8
31,532
( 10,740 )
Loss before income taxes
$ ( 656,894 )
$ ( 897,757 )
Net loss
( 656,894 )
( 897,757 )
Foreign currency translation adjustment
( 272,351 )
24,578
Net loss and comprehensive loss
$ ( 929,245 )
$ ( 873,179 )
Loss per share - basic and diluted
$ ( 0.13 )
$ ( 0.14 )
Weighted average number of common shares outstanding - basic and diluted
7,145,939
6,566,594
The
accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited condensed interim consolidated financial statements
4
Pineapple
Financial Inc.
Condensed
Interim Consolidated Statements of Changes in Shareholders’ Equity - Unaudited
(Expressed
in US Dollars)
Additional
Accumulated
Common
Paid in
other
Accumulated
Total
Shares
Capital
comprehensive
(deficit)
shareholders’
(note 7)
(note 8 and 9)
loss
earnings
equity
$
$
$
$
$
Balance, August 31, 2023
4,903,031
2,955,944
( 417,727 )
( 5,655,315 )
1,785,933
Shares issued on Initial Public offering on November 3, 2023
2,751,937
-
-
-
2,751,937
Warrants issued related to Initial Public Offering
( 48,283 )
-
-
-
( 48,283 )
Foreign exchange translation
-
-
24,578
-
24,578
Net loss
-
-
-
( 897,757 )
( 897,757 )
Balance, November 30, 2023
7,606,685
2,955,944
( 393,149 )
( 6,553,072 )
3,616,408
Balance, August 31, 2024
8,559,856
2,955,944
( 408,510 )
( 9,757,974 )
1,349,316
Balance
8,559,856
2,955,944
( 408,510 )
( 9,757,974 )
1,349,316
Shares issued against S3
168,050
-
-
168,050
Shares against pre-funded warrants
563,781
-
-
563,781
Foreign exchange translation
-
-
( 272,351 )
-
( 272,351 )
Net loss
-
-
-
( 656,894 )
( 656,894 )
Balance, November 30, 2024
8,727,906
3,519,725
( 680,861 )
( 10,414,868 )
1,151,902
Balance
8,727,906
3,519,725
( 680,861 )
( 10,414,868 )
1,151,902
The
accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated unaudited condensed interim financial statements
5
Pineapple
Financial Inc.
Condensed
Interim Consolidated Statements of Cash Flow - Unaudited
(Expressed
in US Dollars)
November 30, 2024
November 30, 2023
Three Months Ended
November 30, 2024
November 30, 2023
For the period ended:
(Unaudited)
(Unaudited)
$
$
Cash provided by (used for) the following activities
Operating activities
Net loss for the three months
( 656,894 )
( 897,757 )
Adjustments for the following non-cash items:
Depreciation of property and equipment
Note 5
21,618
15,067
Amortization of intangible assets
Note 6
131,030
89,483
Depreciation on right of use asset
Note 10
32,874
32,877
Interest expense on lease liability
Note 10
13,921
( 16,179 )
Change in fair value of warrant liability
( 31,532 )
( 10,740 )
Foreign exchange gain (loss)
( 5,089 )
( 10,691 )
Net changes in non-cash working capital balances:
Trade and other receivables
( 27,302 )
( 112,290 )
Prepaid expenses and deposits
2,928
11,974
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
( 33,677 )
( 124,526 )
Deferred government incentive
( 45,236 )
-
Deferred revenue
( 66,238 )
-
Net cash used in operating
activities
( 663,597 )
( 1,022,782 )
Financing activities
Share capital issuance
Note 7
168,050
2,731,658
Additional share capital issued
563,781
-
Proceed from loan
Note 17
525,000
87,369
Repayment of loan
( 15,196 )
-
Repayment of lease obligations
Note 10
( 53,599 )
( 40,633 )
Net cash provided by financing
activity
1,188,036
2,778,394
Investing activities
Additions to intangible assets
Note 6
( 282,298 )
( 266,825 )
Additions to property and equipment
Note 5
-
( 2,032 )
Net cash used in investing
activity
( 282,298 )
( 268,857 )
Net change in cash
242,141
1,486,755
Effect of changes in foreign exchange rates
( 202,916 )
134,418
Cash, beginning of period
580,356
720,365
Cash, end of the period
619,581
2,341,537
The
accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited condensed interim consolidated financial statements
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Pineapple
Financial Inc.
Notes
to the Condensed Interim Consolidated Financial Statements for period ended November 30, 2024 - Unaudited
(Expressed
in US Dollars)
1.
Description of business
Pineapple
Financial Inc. (the” Company”) is a leader in the Canadian mortgage industry, breaking the mold by focusing on both the
long-term success of agents and brokerages, as well as the overall experience of homeowners. With over 600 brokers within the network,
the Company utilizes cutting-edge cloud-based tools and AI-driven systems to enable its brokers to help Canadians realize their ultimate
dream, owning a home.
The
Company was incorporated in 2006, under the Ontario Business Corporations Act. The Company’s head office is located at 200-111
Gordon Baker Road, Toronto, Ontario, M2H 3R1 Canada and its securities are publicly listed on the New York Stock Exchange American (NYSEAmerican)
under ticker “PAPL”. The Company completed an Initial Public Offering on October 31, 2023 for gross proceeds of $ 3,500,000
and the first day of trading was November 1, 2023.
Impact
from the global inflationary pressures leading to higher interest rates
During the first quarter of 2025, inflationary pressures were eased to
a greater extent, and central banks worldwide started decreasing their interest rates. However, interest rates are still high compared
to the year 2022. The real estate market has started showing some improvement, but inflation is down from the year 2022 but still not
as per target. This led to uncertainty around the business. The Company determined that there were no material expectations of increased
credit losses and no material indicators of impairment of long-term assets.
Going
Concern
The
Company continues to focus its efforts predominantly on research and development activities. During this process, it has incurred significant
operating losses, a trend expected to persist for the foreseeable future. As of November 30, 2024, the Company reported an accumulated
deficit of $ 10,414,868 compared to $ 9,757,974 as of August 31, 2024. Negative cash flows from operating activities amounted to $ 663,597
during the three months ended November 30, 2024, down from $ 1,022,782 in the prior corresponding period.
To
sustain its operations during the three month period end November 30, 2024, the Company raised grossly $ 0.230
million through issuance of common shares, $ 0.771 million through pre-funded warrants before and short term loan of $ 0.525
million. It is also exploring additional capital and financing sources such as director’s loan while managing existing working
capital resources. However, the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern is subject to its capacity to achieve future
profitability and secure the necessary funding to meet obligations as they arise. The uncertainty surrounding its ability to raise
financial capital and generate profitable operations raises substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going
concern.
These
condensed interim consolidated financial statements do not include adjustments that might be necessary should the Company be unable
to continue as a going concern. For further details on financing raised raised after quarter end, see Note 20.
The consolidated financial statements were authorized for issue by the Board of Directors on January 20, 2025
2.
Significant accounting policies
Basis
of preparation, functional and presentation currency
The
condensed interim consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with GAAP applicable to a going concern, which
contemplates the realization of assets and the satisfaction of liabilities in the normal course of business on the historical cost
basis except for certain financial instruments that are measured at fair value. Historical cost is generally based on the fair value
of the consideration given in exchange for assets.
All financial information is presented in US Dollars (“USD”) as the Company’s presentation currency
and functional currency is in Canadian Dollars (“CAD”). The interim financial statements are condensed and should be read
in conjunction with the Company’s latest annual year-end consolidated financial statements for the year ended August 31, 2024. It
is management’s opinion that all adjustments necessary for a fair statement of the results for the interim period has been made,
and all adjustments are of a recurring nature or a description of the nature of and any amount of any adjustments other than normal recurring
nature has been stated. Sufficient disclosures have been so as to not make the interim financial information misleading. There are no
prior-period adjustments in these condensed interim consolidated financial statements.
Operating
segments
The
Company determines its reporting units in accordance with the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Accounting Standards
Codification (“ASC”) 280, Segment Reporting. The Company evaluates a reporting unit by first identifying its operating segments
under ASC 280. The Company operates as one operating segment which is reported in a manner consistent with the internal reporting provided
to the chief operating decision-makers. The chief operating decision-makers are responsible for the allocation of resources and assessing
the performance of the operating segment and have been identified as the CEO and CFO of the Company.
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Pineapple
Financial Inc.
Notes
to the Condensed Interim Consolidated Financial Statements for period ended November 30, 2024 - Unaudited
(Expressed
in US Dollars)
2. Significant accounting policies (continued from previous page)
Basis
of consolidation
The
condensed interim consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Company, and its wholly owned subsidiary, Pineapple Insurance
Inc and Pineapple National Inc. All transactions with the subsidiaries and any intercompany balances, gains or losses have been eliminated
upon consolidation. The subsidiaries have a USD presentation currency, and the functional currency is in CAD, and accounting policies
have been applied consistently to the subsidiaries.
Recently
issued and adopted accounting standards :
As
an “emerging growth company,” the Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act (“JOBS Act”) allows the
Company to delay adoption of new or revised accounting pronouncements applicable to public companies until such pronouncements are made
applicable to private companies. The Company has elected to use this extended transition period under the JOBS Act. The adoption dates
discussed below reflects this election.
Recently
Adopted
In
July 2023, the FASB issued 2023-03 — Presentation of Financial Statements (Topic 205), Income Statement — Reporting Comprehensive
Income (Topic 220), Distinguishing Liabilities from Equity (Topic 480), Equity (Topic 505), and Compensation — Stock Compensation
(Topic 718): Amendments to SEC Paragraphs Pursuant to SEC Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 120, SEC Staff Announcement at the March
24, 2022, EITF Meeting, and Staff Accounting Bulletin Topic 6.B, Accounting Series Release 280 — General Revision of Regulation
S-X: Income or Loss Applicable to Common Stock (SEC Update). The adoption of this standard on August 1, 2023, did not result in amended
disclosures in the Company’s consolidated financial statements, nor did this standard have a material impact the Company’s
results of operations.
In
March 2024, the FASB issued ASU 2023-07 — Segment Reporting (Topic 280): Improvements to Reportable Segment Disclosures. The
update enhances disclosures by requiring entities to provide more detailed information about significant segment expenses, other
segment items, and measures of segment profit or loss used by the chief operating decision maker (CODM). The guidance also requires
qualitative descriptions of the methods used to determine segment profit/loss and asset measurement. The adoption of this standard
did not have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements but resulted in expanded disclosures within
the segment reporting footnotes.
Not
Yet Adopted
In
December 2023, the FASB issued ASU 2023-09 - Income Taxes (Topic 740): Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures. This standard modifies
the rules on income tax disclosures to require entities to disclose specific categories in the rate reconciliation, the income or
loss from continuing operations before income tax expense or benefit, and income tax expense or benefit from continuing operations.
ASU 2023-09 also requires entities to disclose their income tax payments to international, federal, state, and local jurisdictions.
The ASU is effective for years beginning after December 15, 2024, but early adoption is permitted. This ASU should be applied on
a prospective basis, although retrospective application is permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of this standard
on its financial statements and disclosures.
In
March 2024, the FASB issued ASU 2024-01 - Compensation—Stock Compensation (Topic 718): Scope Application of Profits Interest
and Similar Awards. This standard clarifies whether profits interest and similar awards fall within the scope of stock-based compensation
guidance as defined in ASC Topic 718, introducing examples to demonstrate this. The ASU includes scenarios where profits interest
awards are classified as equity instruments or liability awards and situations where they fall outside ASC Topic 718, being accounted
for under ASC Topic 710. The ASU is effective for years beginning after December 15, 2024, but early adoption is permitted. This
ASU should be applied on a prospective basis, although retrospective application is permitted. The Company is currently evaluating
the impact of this standard on its financial statements and disclosures.
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Pineapple
Financial Inc.
Notes
to the Condensed Interim Consolidated Financial Statements for period ended November 30, 2024 - Unaudited
(Expressed
in US Dollars)
3.
Significant accounting judgments, estimates and assumptions
The
preparation of condensed interim consolidated financial statements requires the directors and management to make judgments,
estimates and assumptions that affect the application of policies and reported amounts of assets and liabilities, and revenue and
expenses. Actual results may differ from these estimates. The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis.
Revisions to accounting estimates are recognized in the period in which the estimate is revised if the revision affects only that
period or in the period of the revision and future periods if the revision affects both current and future periods.
The following
are the critical estimates and judgments applied by management that most significantly affect the Company’s condensed interim consolidated
financial statements . Uncertainty about these assumptions
and estimates could result in outcomes that require a material adjustment to the carrying amount of assets or liabilities affected in
future periods.
Investments
(level 3)
Where
the fair values of financial assets and financial liabilities recorded on the condensed interim consolidated statements of financial
position, cannot be derived from active markets, they are determined using a variety of valuation techniques. The inputs to these
models are derived from observable market data where possible; where observable market data is not available, Management’s
judgment is required to establish fair values.
Share
based compensation
Management
is required to make certain estimates when determining the fair value of stock options awards, and the number of awards that are expected
to vest. These estimates affect the amount recognized as stock-based compensation in the statements of income and comprehensive income
based on estimates of volatility, forfeitures and expected lives of the underlying stock options which are at a maximum of 36 months
vesting period.
Warrant
Liability:
The
Company accounts for warrants as either equity-classified or liability-classified instruments based on an assessment of the warrant’s
specific terms and applicable authoritative guidance in ASC 480 and ASC 815. The assessment considers whether the warrants are freestanding
financial instruments pursuant to ASC 480, meet the definition of a liability pursuant to ASC 480, and whether the warrants meet all
of the requirements for equity classification under ASC 815, including whether the warrants are indexed to the Company’s own ordinary
shares, among other conditions for equity classification. This assessment, which requires the use of professional judgment, is conducted
at the time of warrant issuance and as of each subsequent quarterly period end date while the warrants are outstanding.
For
issued or modified warrants that meet all of the criteria for equity classification, the warrants are required to be recorded as a component
of additional paid-in capital at the time of issuance. For issued or modified warrants that do not meet all the criteria for equity classification,
the warrants are required to be recorded as liabilities at their initial fair value on the date of issuance, and each balance sheet date
thereafter. Changes in the estimated fair value of the warrants are recognized as a non-cash gain or loss on the consolidated statements
of operations and comprehensive loss.
The
warrants are not precluded from equity classification and are accounted for as such on the date of issuance and will be on each consolidated
balance sheet date thereafter. As the warrants are equity classified, they are initially measured at fair value (or allocated value).
Derivative
Financial Instrument:
The
Company evaluates its financial instruments to determine if such instruments are derivatives or contain features that qualify as embedded
derivatives in accordance with ASC Topic 815, Derivatives and Hedging (“ASC 815”). For derivative financial instruments
that are accounted for as liabilities, the derivative instrument is initially recorded at its fair value on the grant date and is then
re-valued at each reporting date, with changes in the fair value reported in the consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive
loss. For derivative instruments that are classified as equity, the derivative instruments are initially measured at fair value (or allocated
value), and subsequent changes in fair value are not recognized as long as the contracts continue to be classified in equity.
Use
of estimates:
The
preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates, judgments and assumptions
that affect the amounts reported in the condensed interim consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes. The
Company’s management believes that the estimates, judgment and assumptions used are reasonable based upon information
available at the time they are made. These estimates, judgments and assumptions can affect the reported amounts of assets and
liabilities at the dates of the consolidated financial statements, and the reported amount of expenses during the reporting periods.
Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Going
Concern
Preparation
of the condensed interim consolidated financial statement on a going concern basis, which contemplates the realization of assets and
payments of liabilities in the ordinary course of business. Should the Company be unable to continue as a going concern, it may be
unable to realize the carrying value of its assets, including its intangible assets and to meet its liabilities as they become
due.
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Pineapple
Financial Inc.
Notes
to the Condensed Interim Consolidated Financial Statements for period ended November 30, 2024 - Unaudited
(Expressed
in US Dollars)
3.
Significant accounting judgments, estimates and assumptions (continued)
Useful
life of Assets
Significant
judgement is involved in determination of useful life for the property plant and equipment and intangible assets. Management assesses
the reasonability of the useful life on an annual basis to record the depreciation of the intangibles and property plant and equipment.
The
intangible assets were initially assigned a useful life of 5 years. However, in June 2024, based on a reassessment of the software’s
expected utility, the Company revised its estimate of the useful life to 7 years.
4.
Investment
During
the year ended August 31, 2021, the Company purchased an investment in a private company. The Company holds a 5 % interest with no significant
influence. The investment is recorded at FVTPL using level 3 inputs. As at November 30, 2024, the Company recognized a $ Nil change in fair
value (2024- $ Nil ). Change in fair value during the current period due to foreign exchange translation.
5.
Property and equipment
The
Company’s property and equipment consist of equipment, furniture, IT equipment, leasehold improvements and laptops.
Schedule of property and equipment
Property and equipment
Cost
Balance, August 31, 2023
$ 349,283
Additions
4,991
Translation adjustment
569
Balance, August 31, 2024
$ 355,576
Translation adjustment
( 13,145 )
Balance, November 30, 2024
$ 342,431
Accumulated depreciation
Balance, August 31, 2023
$ 107,192
Depreciation
87,803
Translation adjustment
7,971
Balance, August 31, 2024
$ 202,966
Depreciation
21,618
Translation adjustment
( 7,818 )
Balance, November 30, 2024
$ 216,766
Net carrying value
November 30, 2024
$ 125,665
August 31, 2024
$ 152,610
10
Pineapple
Financial Inc.
Notes
to the Condensed Interim Consolidated Financial Statements for period ended November 30, 2024 - Unaudited
(Expressed
in US Dollars)
6.
Intangible assets
During
the current period, the Company capitalized development costs related to internally generated software classified as intangible assets.
Schedule of cost and accumulated depreciation
Intangible assets
Cost
Balance, August 31, 2023
$ 2,057,525
Additions
1,112,399
Translation adjustment
( 1,794 )
Balance, August 31, 2024
$ 3,168,130
Additions
282,298
Translation adjustment
( 121,214 )
Balance, November 30, 2024
$ 3,329,214
Accumulated amortization
Balance, August 31, 2023
$ 338,571
Amortization
616,532
Translation adjustment
1,252
Balance, August 31, 2024
$ 956,355
Amortization
131,030
Translation adjustment
( 37,254 )
Balance, November 30, 2024
$ 1,050,131
Net carrying value
November 30, 2024
$ 2,279,083
August 31, 2024
$ 2,211,775
11
Pineapple
Financial Inc.
Notes
to the Condensed Interim Consolidated Financial Statements for period ended November 30, 2024 - Unaudited
(Expressed
in US Dollars)
7.
Share capital
Authorized
share capital
The
authorized share capital of the Company consists of an unlimited number of common shares with no par value.
Schedule of authorized share capital
#
$
Balance, August 31, 2023
6,306,979
4,903,031
Issuance of Common Shares on Initial Public Offering
875,000
3,500,000
Issuance of Common Share against Conversion Note
501,875
465,680
Issuance of Common Shares on Equity Purchase Agreement
741,499
487,491
Share Issuance Costs
-
( 748,063 )
Warrants issued
-
( 48,283 )
Balance, August 31, 2024
8,425,353
8,559,856
Issuance of Common Shares against S3
382,667
232,708
Shares Issuance Costs
-
( 64,658 )
Balance, November 30, 2024
8,808,020
8,727,906
During
the period the Company issued 382,667
common shares through S3 and 1,284,000
pre-funded warrants. These warrants are convertible into common shares at the price of $ 0.0001
per share and are included in the additional paid in capital of the Company.
We also offered to each purchaser whose purchase of Shares in this offering would otherwise result in the purchaser,
together with its affiliates and certain related parties, beneficially owning more than 4.99% (or, at the election of the holder, 9.99%)
of our outstanding common shares immediately following the consummation of this offering , the opportunity to purchase, if the purchaser
so chooses, pre-funded warrants to purchase up to 1,240,000 common shares (the “Pre-Funded Warrants”), in lieu of common shares,
pursuant to this prospectus supplement and accompanying prospectus. Each Pre-Funded Warrant will be exercisable for one Share.
Our common shares are listed on the NYSE American under the symbol “PAPL.” On November 12, 2024, the
last reported sale price of our common shares was $ 0.78 per share.
As of November 12, 2024, the aggregate market value of our outstanding common shares held by non-affiliates was approximately
$ 3.98 million, calculated at a price per share of $ 0.81 , the last reported sale price of our common shares on September 19, 2024, and
based on 8,425,352 common shares outstanding, of which aggregate outstanding common shares, 4,912,531 shares are held by non-affiliates.
Pursuant to General Instruction I.B.6 of Form S-3, in no event will we sell securities in a public primary offering with a value exceeding
one-third of the aggregate market value of our common shares held by non-affiliates in any 12-month period, so long as the aggregate market
value of our outstanding common held by non-affiliates remains below $ 75 million.
12
Pineapple
Financial Inc.
Notes
to the Condensed Interim Consolidated Financial Statements for period ended November 30, 2024 - Unaudited
(Expressed
in US Dollars)
8.
Warrants
a)
Common
Share purchase warrant
Schedule of common
share purchase warrant
#
$
Balance, August 31, 2024
1,652,988
2,955,944
Balance, November 30, 2024
1,652,988
2,955,944
b)
Pre-funded warrant
Schedule
of Pre-funded Warrant
Pre-funded warrant issued
1,284,000
780,697
Direct cost
-
( 216,916 )
Balance, November 30, 2024
1,284,000
563,781
c)
Warrant
Liability
As
noted in Note 7 above on November 3, 2023, the Company issued 26,250 warrants at an exercise price of $ 4 with an expiry date of October
31, 2028 and on May 10, 2024 the Company entered into a convertible debt transaction and also issued 1,000,000 warrants at
an exercise price of $ 5 with an expiry date of February 10, 2025 . As per ASC 815 the instruments did not meet the criteria to be classified
as equity instruments as such were classified as a financial liability. Below is the continuity of the warrant liability valuation.
The
warrants issued on November 3, 2023 were valued using the Black-Scholes method with the share price of $ 1.86 , exercise price of $ 4 , term
of 5 years, risk free rate of 3.79 % and volatility of 142 % at issuance and share price of $ 1.15 , exercise price of $ 4 , term of 4.42 years,
risk free rate of 3.79 % and volatility of 142 % as at November 30, 2024.
The
warrants issued in May 2024 were valued using the Black-Scholes method with the share price of $ 1.29 , exercise price of $ 5 , term of 6
months, risk free rate of 3.79 %, credit spread of 31.46 % and volatility of 104 % at issuance and share price of $ 1.94 , exercise price
of $ 4 , term of 6 months, risk free rate of 4.79 %, credit spread of 31.55 % and volatility of 104 % as at November 30, 2024.
we have agreed to sell to a certain purchaser common share warrants to purchase up to 1,666,667 common shares in connection with this
offering. These common share warrants shall be exercisable six months from the issuance at an exercise price of $ 0.60 per share and will
expire 5.5 years from the date of issuance. The warrants will only be sold pursuant to an effective registration statement under the Securities
Act and are not being offered pursuant to this prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus.
The purchase price of each Pre-Funded Warrant is $ 0.5999 , which is equal to the price per share at which the Shares
are being sold, minus $ 0.0001 , the exercise price of each Pre-Funded Warrant. The Pre-Funded Warrants will be immediately exercisable
and may be exercised at any time until all of the Pre-Funded Warrants are exercised in full. This prospectus supplement also relates to
the common shares issuable upon exercise of any Pre-Funded Warrants.
Schedule of warrant liability
#
$
Balance at August 31, 2024
1,026,250
41,520
Issuance of warrants
-
-
Issuance of warrants related to the convertible debt
-
-
Change in fair value of warrant liability
( 31,532 )
Translation adjustment
( 1,077
)
Fair Value of Warrants at November 30, 2024
1,026,250
8,911
As
at November 30, 2024, the warrants have no intrinsic value (August 31, 2024 – nil ).
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Pineapple
Financial Inc.
Notes
to the Condensed Interim Consolidated Financial Statements for period ended November 30, 2024 - Unaudited
(Expressed
in US Dollars)
9.
Share-based benefits reserve
The
Company has a share option plan (the “Plan”) to attract, retain and motivate qualified directors, officers, employees and
consultants whose present and future contributions are important to the success of the Company by offering them an opportunity to participate
in the Company’s future performance through the award of share options.
Each
share option converts into one common share of the Company on exercise. No amounts are paid or payable by the recipient on receipt of
the option. The options carry neither rights to dividends nor voting rights. Options may be exercised at any time from the date of vesting
to the date of their expiry.
In
2017, the Plan was amended such that the total number of common shares reserved and available for grant and issuance pursuant to the
Plan is to equal 10 % of the issued and outstanding common shares of the Company.
Options
granted on June 14, 2021, vest over a 2-year period whereby 25% of the options granted vested on the date of grant, and the remaining
unvested options vest in equal instalments every 6-months thereafter . The fair value of stock options granted was $ 1,317,155 . A total
stock-based compensation expense was recognized of $ Nil for the three months period ended November 30, 2024 (August 31, 2024 - $ Nil ).
The
following reconciles the options outstanding at the beginning and end of the period that were granted to eligible participants pursuant
to the Plan:
Schedule of options outstanding granted
November 30, 2024
August 31, 2024
Number of Options
Weighted Average Exercise Price
Number of Options
Weighted Average Exercise Price
#
$
#
$
Balance, beginning of period
565,689
3.61
565,689
3.72
Forfeited during the period
-
-
-
-
Balance as at period end
565,689
3.61
565,689
3.61
Exercisable as at period end
565,689
3.61
565,689
3.61
As
at November 30, 2024, the options have no
intrinsic value (August 31, 2024 – nil ). As at November 30, 2024, all options are exercisable with a weighted average remaining life of 1.6 years
(August 31, 2024 – 1.8 years)
14
Pineapple
Financial Inc.
Notes
to the Condensed Interim Consolidated Financial Statements for period ended November 30, 2024 - Unaudited
(Expressed
in US Dollars)
10.
Right-of-use asset and lease liability
The
Company leases all its office premises in Ontario and British Columbia, Canada. The total lease area is 13,262 sq. ft. The Company
acquired a 1,454 square feet premise lease in British Columbia commencing August 1, 2023 and expiring on July 31, 2028. The Company
recognized a right-of-use asset and corresponding lease liability in respect of this lease. The lease liability was measured at the
present value of the remaining lease payments, discounted using the Company’s estimated incremental borrowing rate as at
September 1, 2017 (date of initial application), estimated to be 6%. The right-of-use asset was measured at an amount equal to the
lease liability, adjusted by the amount of any prepaid or accrued lease payments relating to that lease recognized in the
balance sheet immediately before the date of initial application .
The
following schedule shows the movement in the Company’s right-of-use asset:
Schedule of right-of-use asset
Right-of-use asset
Cost
Balance, August 31, 2023
$ 1,177,721
Translation adjustment
( 42,737 )
Balance, August 31, 2024
1,134,984
Translation adjustment
( 35,706 )
Balance, November 30, 2024
$ 1,099,278
The
right-of-use asset is being depreciated on a straight-line basis over the remaining lease term.
Accumulated Depreciation
Balance, August 31, 2023
$ 217,344
Depreciation
134,508
Translation adjustment
( 45,543 )
Balance, August 30, 2024
$ 306,310
Depreciation
32,874
Translation adjustment
( 5,549 )
Balance, November 30, 2024
$ 333,635
Carrying Amount
November 30, 2024
$ 765,643
August 31, 2024
$ 828,674
15
Pineapple
Financial Inc.
Notes
to the Condensed Interim Consolidated Financial Statements for period ended November 30, 2024 - Unaudited
(Expressed
in US Dollars)
10.
Right-of-use asset and lease liability (continued)
The
following schedule shows the movement in the Company’s lease liability during the period:
Schedule of lease liability
November 30, 2024
August
31, 2024
Balance, beginning of period
$ 977,107
$ 1,107,961
Interest Expense
13,921
62,604
Lease payments
( 53,599 )
( 196,703 )
Translation Adjustment
( 35,546 )
3,245
Balance, end of period
$ 901,883
$ 977,107
Current
158,259
161,508
Non-Current
743,624
815,599
$ 901,883
$ 977,107
The
following table provides a maturity analysis of the Company’s lease liability. The amounts disclosed in the maturity analysis are
the contractual undiscounted cash flows before deducting interest or finance charges:
Schedule of maturity lease liability
2025
209,596
2026
210,950
2027
211,015
2028
220,773
2029
196,920
2030
82,050
Total
Lease liability
$ 1,131,304
16
Pineapple
Financial Inc.
Notes
to the Condensed Interim Consolidated Financial Statements for period ended November 30, 2024 - Unaudited
(Expressed
in US Dollars)
11.
Expenses
The
following table provides a breakdown of the selling, general and administrative:
Schedule of selling, general and administrative expenses
November 30, 2024
November 30, 2023
Three months ended
November 30, 2024
November 30, 2023
$
$
Software Subscription
219,908
180,920
Office and general
45,571
68,121
Professional fees
29,275
-
Dues and Subscriptions
31,600
40,031
Rent
31,610
45,745
Consulting fees
9,679
166,313
Travel
20,589
39,177
Donations
652
476
Lease expense
1,045
16,104
Insurance
27,477
3,264
Selling,
general and administrative
417,406
560,151
12.
Related party transactions and balances
Compensation
of key management personnel includes the CEO, COO, CSO, and CFO:
Schedule of related party transactions
November 30, 2024
November 30, 2023
$
$
Salaries, Wages and benefits
176,000
201,729
Share-based compensation
-
28,989
17
Pineapple
Financial Inc.
Notes
to the Condensed Interim Consolidated Financial Statements for period ended November 30, 2024 - Unaudited
(Expressed
in US Dollars)
13.
Deferred government grant
The
Company was eligible for the Government of Canada Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SRED) program up to November 3,
2023. The Company has accrued $ 92,745 of SRED receivable as at November 30, 2024, which is recognized in trades and
other receivables in the consolidated balance sheet. A portion of the funds received is related to costs that have been capitalized for
the development of internally generated software recognized as intangible asset in Note 6. As at November 30, 2024, $ 27,219 , (November
30, 2023 $ 51,047 ) was recognized as recovery of operating expenses in the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive
loss.
14.
Risk management arising from financial instruments
a)
Credit
risk
Credit
risk is the risk of loss associated with a counterparty’s inability to fulfill its payment obligations. The Company’s principal
financial assets that expose it to credit risk are cash and trade receivables. The Company mitigates this risk by monitoring the credit
worthiness of its customers and holding cash at financial institutions.
The
maximum credit exposure at November 30, 2024 is the carrying amount of cash and trade receivables. The Company’s exposure to credit
risk is considered to be low, given the size and nature of the various counterparties involved and their history of performance.
The
Company has not historically incurred any significant credit loss in respect of its trade receivables. Based on consideration of all
possible default events over the assets’ contractual lifetime, the expected credit loss in respect of the Company’s trade
receivables was minimal as at November 30, 2024 and August 31, 2024.
b)
Interest
rate risk
Interest
rate risk is the risk that the fair value or future cash flows of a financial instrument will fluctuate due to changes in market interest
rates. The Company does not have any variable interest-bearing debt.
c)
Liquidity
risk
Liquidity
risk is the risk that the Company will not be able to meet its financial obligations as they become due. The Company’s approach
in managing liquidity is to ensure, to the extent possible, that it will have sufficient liquidity to meet its liabilities when due,
by continuously monitoring actual and forecasted cash flows, refer to Going Concern in Note 1.
d)
Management
of capital
The
Company’s objective of managing capital, comprising of shareholders’ equity, is to ensure its continued ability to operate
as a going concern. The Company manages its capital structure and makes changes to it based on economic conditions.
Management
and the Board of Directors review the Company’s capital management approach on an ongoing basis and believe this approach, given
the relative size of the Company, is reasonable. The Company is not subject to externally imposed capital requirements. The Company’s
capital management objectives, policies and processes have remained unchanged during the period ended November 30, 2024.
18
Pineapple
Financial Inc.
Notes
to the Condensed Interim Consolidated Financial Statements for period ended November 30, 2024 - Unaudited
(Expressed
in US Dollars)
15.
Commitments and contingencies
In
the ordinary course of operating, the Company may from time to time be subject to various claims or possible claims. Management believes
that there are no claims or possible claims that if resolved would either individually or collectively result in a material adverse impact
on the Company’s financial position, results of operations, or cash flows. These matters are inherently uncertain, and management’s
view of these matters may change in the future.
See
note 10 related to lease commitments.
16.
Disaggregation of revenue
Schedule of disaggregation of revenue
November 30, 2024
November 30, 2023
Three months ended
November 30, 2024
November 30, 2023
$
$
Gross Billing
4,405,908
3,873,320
Commission expense
3,991,626
3,600,073
Revenue
414,282
273,247
Subscription revenue
182,180
183,245
Other revenue
51,005
70,757
Sponsorship revenue
91,264
-
Underwriting revenue
27,343
42,106
Total revenue
766,074
569,355
17.
Loan
The
Company entered into a loan on October 22, 2024 for short term loan of $ 525,000 .
The loan is unsecured and the repayable by May 08, 2025. The loan is repayable at the multiple of 1.44 .
18.
Subsequent events
Company’s
directors are committed to contribute towards the working capital and uptill now CA$ 850,000 were already deposited into company’s
accounts. This is unsecured short-term loan, carries interest at the rate of 12 percent per annum.
Company has repaid the loan obtained on October 22, 2024 with interest on Dec 27, 2024.
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Item
2 Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
MANAGEMENT’S
DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITIONS AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS.
Please
read the following management’s discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations, along with our
condensed interim consolidated financial statements and the related notes and other information included in this Quarter Report on
Form 10-Q. It is important to note that this discussion and analysis contain forward-looking statements with certain risks and
uncertainties. These risks and uncertainties could cause our results to differ materially from anticipated in these forward-looking
statements. You can find more information about these risks and uncertainties under the heading “Special Note Regarding
Forward-Looking Statements” in Part I and elsewhere in this Form 10- Q.
Special
Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This
Form 10-Q includes forward-looking statements that entail potential risks and uncertainties. These statements are usually identified
by the use of specific terminology such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “could,” “estimate,”
“expect,” “intend,” “may,” “plan,” “potential,” “predict,” “project,”
“should,” “target,” “will,” “would” and other comparable terminology. All the statements
in this Form 10-Q that are not about historical facts, including those related to our future operations, financial position, Revenue,
projected costs, strategy, plans, management objectives, and expected market growth, are forward-looking. While reading this Form 10-Q,
you should know that these statements do not guarantee our performance or results. They include known and unknown risks, uncertainties,
and assumptions, as mentioned under the “Risk Factors” section in this Form 10-Q. We believe that these forward- looking
statements are based on reasonable assumptions. Still, you must be aware that many factors, including those mentioned under the “Risk
Factors” section in this Form 10-Q, could affect our financial results or operations and cause actual results to differ from those
stated in the forward-looking statements. These statements were made as of the date of this Form 10-Q, and we are not obligated to update
or revise any forward-looking statements made here to reflect any change in our expectations or any change in events, conditions, or
circumstances on which these statements are based. All written or oral forward-looking statements made by us or on our behalf are qualified
by the cautionary statements mentioned in this Form 10-Q.
Objective
In
this section, we provide an analysis of the Company’s financial condition, cash flows, and results of operations from
management’s perspective. We recommend you read this with the condensed interim consolidated financial statements and notes in
Part II, Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10Q.
Executive
Summary
We
are a fintech company based in Ontario, Canada. Our tech-driven businesses focus on mortgages and insurance. Our goal is to provide clients
with an industry-leading experience through our trusted digital solutions, which are simple and fast.
Recent
Developments
Business
Trends
During
2022 and 2023, the Bank of Canada raised the prime rate multiple times to combat inflationary pressures, resulting in a significant rise
in mortgage interest rates. However, starting in mid-2024, the Bank of Canada reduced the policy rate by 1.75% to stabilize the economy
and improve affordability. Despite this adjustment, high mortgage rates and ongoing economic uncertainty continued to suppress demand
for mortgage originations in 2024. Although the market is beginning to show signs of recovery due to renewed consumer confidence, the
overall mortgage origination market remains constrained compared to levels seen before 2022.
Summary
of the three months Ended November 30, 2024.
During
the three-month period ending November 30, 2024, we generated $424.076 million in residential mortgage loans, an increase from $386.777
million in the previous three months ending November 30, 2023. This amount reflects an increase of $37.299 million, or 9.64%, compared
to the same period ending November 30, 2023. Our net loss was $0.657 million for the three months ending November 30, 2024, compared
to a loss of $0.898 million recorded in the corresponding period ending November 30, 2023.
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Key
Performance Indicators
As
part of our business operations, we closely track several key performance indicators (KPIs) that help us measure our performance. For
example, we can evaluate our ability to generate revenue by monitoring our loan production KPIs and comparing our performance to that
of the mortgage origination market. Additionally, we use KPIs related to our technology setup and underwriting processes to assess our
performance further.
Three months period Ended November 30,
2024
2023
2022
Mortgage volume
424,076,207
381,987,099
386,777,717
Gross billing
4,405,908
3,873,320
4,308,609
Commission expense
3,991,626
3,570,110
3,654,284
Net sales revenue
414,282
303,210
654,325
Underwriting revenue
27,343
42,106
49,813
Subscription revenue
182,180
183,245
187,886
Other income
142,269
70,758
-
Our
revenue sources include lender commissions, underwriting revenue, membership fees from mortgage agents, and other income.
Gross
Billing Revenue:
Gross
billing revenue refers to commissions collected from financial institutions with which the Company has contracts. The Company’s
gross billing is based on a percentage of the mortgage amount funded between individuals referred by the Company and the financial institutions
providing the mortgage. We serve as an agent in these transactions by offering a platform for other parties to deliver services to the
end-user. For each contract with a customer, the Company identifies the contract, recognizes the performance obligations, determines
the transaction price for each distinct performance obligation based on the relative stand-alone selling price of the goods or services
to be delivered, and acknowledges revenue when each performance obligation is fulfilled in a manner that reflects the transfer of goods
or services promised to the customer. The Company recognizes revenue when: there is a contract with a lender party and agent broker,
the contract specifies the use of the platform service to finalize a mortgage deal, the mortgage deal is completed with the lending financial
institution, and commissions are paid by the lending institution based on various criteria of the mortgage deal, including but not limited
to interest rates available at that time, term, seasonality, collateral, income, purpose, and so forth. Revenue is measured at the fair
value of the consideration received or receivable, representing amounts due for services provided in the normal course of business. Revenue
is recognized at the end of the transaction upon the completion of all the actions listed above. A typical transaction incurs a commission
fee payable to Pineapple Financial Inc.
Subscription
Revenue:
Users
can access and use our technology platform, MyPineapple, for a flat monthly service fee of $117. In exchange for this fee, MyPineapple
users gain access to a network management system that enables them to perform back-office procedures more efficiently and effectively.
This platform allows them to process the previously mentioned deal, prepare it, and complete the package for submission to the financial
institution for funding. We have a robust user base that has experienced significant growth since our inception. Revenue is recognized
at the beginning of the month when users are invoiced and pay the fee.
Underwriting
Fee:
Users
can optionally use our expert risk pre-assessment service, which assists them in pre-underwriting their loans before submission to a
lender for approval and funding. This service significantly reduces the time for the lender partners’ assessment of the deal. For
mortgages of $390,000 and less, we charge an underwriting fee of $273; for mortgages greater than $300,000, the Company charges an underwriting
fee of $390. The Company has undertaken a special program to educate and inform users of this service in further detail. Approximately
40% of the deals originated by users are using this service. This program is intended to further increase the number of deals and improve
the services offered.
Other
Income:
Other
income includes a technology setup fee and sponsorship fee.
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Components
of operating expenses
Our
operating expenses, as presented in the statement of operations data, include salaries, commissions and team member benefits, general
and administrative expenses, marketing and advertising expenses, and others.
Salaries
and commissions and team member benefits
All
payroll expenses include our team members’ salaries, commissions, and benefits.
Selling,
general and administrative expenses
Selling,
general and administrative expenses include software subscriptions, license fees, professional services, marketing expenses, and other
operating expenses.
Share-based
compensation
Share-based
compensation comprises equity awards and is measured and expensed accordingly under Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”)
718 Compensation—Stock Compensation.
Comparison
of the three months years ended November 30, 2024 and 2023
Period Ended
November 30, 2024
($)
November 30, 2023
($)
Increase/
(Decrease)
($)
Increase/
(Decrease)
%
Gross Billing
4,791,402
4,560,981
230,421
5.05
Commission
4,025,328
3,991,626
33,702
0.84
Revenue
766,074
$ 569,355
196,719
34.55
Expenses
Selling, general and administrative
417,406
560,151
(142,745 )
(25.48 )
Advertising and Marketing
273,009
133,470
139,539
104.55
Salaries, wages and benefits
436,365
644,273
207,908
(32.27 )
Interest expense and bank charges
174,505
21,407
153,098
715.18
Depreciation
185,523
137,427
48,096
35.00
Government Incentive
(27,219 )
(51,047
23,828
(46.68 )
Total expense
1,459,588
$ 1,445,681
13,908
0.96
Loss from operations
(693,513 )
(876,326 )
(182,811 )
(20.86 )
Foreign exchange gain (loss)
(5,089 )
(10,691 )
(5,602 )
(52.40 )
Gain(loss) on change in fair value of warrant liability
(31,532 )
(10,740 )
20,792
193.59
Loss before income taxes
(656,894 )
$ (897,757 )
240,863
26.83
Loss after income taxes
(656,894 )
(897,757 )
Revenue
Gross
billings increased from $4.560 million for the three-month period ending November 30, 2023, to $4.791 million for the three-month period
ending November 30, 2024, reflecting a year-over-year rise of 5.05%. To address high inflation, the Bank of Canada raised its policy
rate from 2.5% on September 1, 2022, to 5.0% by August 31, 2023. However, starting June 5, 2024, the Bank of Canada began to cut rates,
decreasing the policy rate by 175 basis points to 3.25%. While this reduction may boost consumer confidence, the real estate market remains
sluggish, resulting in fewer real estate transactions and a decline in mortgage activity.
Revenue
for the three-month period ending November 30, 2024, increased to $766,074 from $569,355 in the three-month period ending November 30,
2023, representing a 34.55% growth quarter-over-quarter. This increase is primarily driven by the Company’s strategic focus on
enhancing profit margins by onboarding high-margin agents. These agents contributed to a favorable shift in the revenue mix, resulting
in improved profitability. Moreover, the Company’s efforts to optimize its software offerings have supported customer satisfaction
and retention, allowing the business to grow steadily despite challenges in the broader mortgage origination market. This growth underscores
the Company’s ability to prioritize high-margin opportunities while maintaining operational resilience.
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Cost
of gross billing
The
cost of revenue rose to $4.025 million for the three months ended November 30, 2024, compared to $3.992 million for the same period ended
November 30, 2023. This increase corresponds with gross billing growth and reflects higher transaction volumes. Furthermore, the cost
increase results from the company’s strategic emphasis on utilizing high-volume agents to drive business. These agents usually
operate at lower margins but produce higher transaction volumes, leading to increased variable costs.
Selling,
General and Administrative Expenses.
The
breakdown of selling, general and administrative expenses are as follows:
Three
months period ended
Period
Ended
November
30, 2024
($)
November
30, 2023
($)
Increase/
(Decrease)
($)
Increase/
(Decrease)
%
Software
subscription
219,908
180,920
39,988
21.55
Office
and general
45,571
68,121
(22,550)
(33.10
)
Professional
fee
29,275
-
29,275
100.00
Dues
and subscription
31,600
40,031
(8,431
)
(21.06
)
Rent
31,610
45,745
(14,135
)
(30.90
)
Consulting
fee
9,679
166,313
(156,634
)
(94.18
)
Travel
20,589
39,177
(18,588
)
(47.45
)
Donations
652
476
176
36.97
Lease
expense
1,045
16,104
(15,059
)
(93.51
)
Insurance
27,477
3,264
)
24,213
741.82
417,406
560,151
(142,745
)
(25.48
)
Selling,
general, and administrative expenses decreased by $142,745 (25.48%) , from $560,151 for the three months ending November
30, 2023, to $417,406 for the three months ending November 30, 2024. This reduction reflects the Company’s targeted efforts
to control costs and optimize resource allocation in response to challenging economic conditions. By maintaining essential operational
expenditures while streamlining non-critical spending, the Company demonstrates its commitment to financial discipline and efficiency,
ensuring ongoing support for core business functions and strategic growth initiatives.
Software
subscription expenses increased by $39,988 (21.55%) , from $180,920 during the three months ended November 30, 2023, to
$219,908 during the three months ended November 30, 2024. This increase was primarily driven by the Company’s ongoing efforts
to enhance its proprietary software, which required the integration of third-party subscription tools to ensure compliance with industry
standards and meet client expectations. These external subscriptions have played a pivotal role in supporting the development process.
As the proprietary software nears completion, the reliance on third-party tools is expected to diminish, resulting in long-term cost
optimization and increased operational efficiency.
Office
and general expenses decreased by $22,550 (33.10%) , from $68,121 during the three months ended November 30, 2023, to $45,571
during the three months ended November 30, 2024. This reduction reflects the Company’s proactive measures to streamline administrative
expenses and mitigate the impact of inflationary pressures. These cost-control efforts have allowed the Company to maintain operational
efficiency while optimizing resource allocation.
Professional
fees increased by $29,275 (100.00%) , from $Nil during the three months ended November 30, 2023, to $29,275 during
the three months ended November 30, 2024. This increase is primarily driven by post-IPO-related expenses following the Company’s
listing on November 3, 2023. The rise in costs reflects higher legal, accounting, and advisory fees incurred to meet public company compliance
requirements and support the Company’s ongoing regulatory and operational obligations.
Dues
and subscriptions decreased by $8,431 (21.06%) , from $40,031 during the three months ended November 30, 2023, to $31,600
during the three months ended November 30, 2024. This decline reflects the Company’s efforts to optimize membership costs and
reduce non-essential subscription expenses, ensuring a more efficient allocation of resources.
Consulting
fees saw a significant reduction of $156,634 (94.18%) , decreasing from $166,313 during the three months ended November
30, 2023, to $9,679 during the three months ended November 30, 2024. This sharp decline is primarily a result of the completion
of IPO-related projects in the prior year, which required considerable external consulting support. Additionally, the Company has strategically
shifted toward relying on internal resources for post-IPO activities, aligning with its broader objective of streamlining recurring costs
and enhancing long-term financial efficiency.
Travel
expenses declined by $18,588 (47.45%) , from $39,177 during the three months ended November 30, 2023, to $20,589
during the three months ended November 30, 2024. This decrease reflects the Company’s efforts to streamline travel-related activities,
focusing on cost optimization and leveraging virtual meetings where possible to minimize expenses while maintaining operational effectiveness.
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Expenses
Three months period ended
Period Ended
November
30, 2024
($)
November
30, 2023
($)
Increase/
(Decrease)
($)
Increase/
(Decrease)
%
Advertising and marketing
273,009
133,470
139,539
104.55
Salaries, wages and benefits
436,365
644,273
(207,908 )
(32.27 )
Interest expense and bank charges
174,505
21,407
153,098
715.15
Depreciation
185,523
137,427
48,096
35.00
Government incentive
(27,219 )
(51,047 )
(23,828 )
(46.68 )
Advertising,
marketing, and promotional expenses increased by $139,539 (104.55%) , rising from $133,470 for the three months ended November
30, 2023, to $273,009 for the three months ended November 30, 2024. This rise was driven by the Company’s strategic initiatives
aimed at enhancing agent retention and maintaining sales performance in the face of challenging economic and real estate market conditions.
The Company also ramped up efforts to boost brand recognition and cultivate stronger connections with key stakeholders to safeguard market
share during this time of economic uncertainty. These investments are expected to facilitate future growth as market dynamics stabilize
and improve.
Salaries,
wages, and benefits fell by $207,908 (32.27%) , from $644,273 for the three months ending November 30, 2023, to $436,365
for the three months ending November 30, 2024. This drop reflects the Company’s strategic initiative to optimize workforce
costs while maintaining essential operations and critical functions. The adjustment aligns compensation structures with current economic
conditions and supports long-term financial sustainability. Despite this reduction, the Company remains dedicated to retaining top talent
and providing competitive benefits, which are crucial for ensuring business continuity and fostering future growth.
Depreciation
Pineapple
Financial remains focused on advancing its proprietary software to enhance its capabilities and align with evolving market needs. During
the three months ended November 30, 2024, the Company capitalized $0.351 million as intangible assets, primarily consisting of
salaries, wages, and benefits for employees directly involved in the software development process. This intentional investment reflects
the Company’s commitment to driving innovation and sustaining long-term growth. The increase in intangible assets has also resulted
in higher amortization expenses, illustrating the ongoing integration of these investments into the Company’s operations to deliver
enhanced value to its clients and stakeholders.
Government
based incentive
During
the fiscal year ending August 31, 2023, the Company successfully claimed and received Scientific Research and Experimental Development
(SR&ED) tax credits from the CRA for the fiscal years ending August 31, 2022, and August 31, 2021. These claims provided a valuable
source of non-dilutive funding to support the Company’s innovation initiatives. However, following our IPO completion on November
3, 2023, the Company no longer qualifies for SR&ED tax credits under CRA regulations, leading to a decrease in credit recognition
for the three months ending November 30, 2024. This change reflects the Company’s transition to publicly traded status, and we
are actively exploring alternative funding opportunities to support ongoing research and development efforts.
Liquidity
and Capital Resources
Our
primary liquidity needs include working capital and capital expenditures, particularly those related to technological enhancements, investments
in skilled personnel, and marketing services. These three categories have represented a significant share of our liquidity and capital
resource demands throughout the year. We primarily rely on cash on hand and cash flows generated from our operations to satisfy these
needs.
The
following table summarizes our cash flows from operating, investing and financing activities:
Three months period ended
Year Ended
November 30, 2024
($)
November 30, 2023
($)
Increase/
(Decrease)
($)
Cash (used) provided in operating activities
(663,597 )
(1,022,782 )
356,185
Cash (used) provided by financing activities
1,188,033
2,778,394
1,590,361
Cash (used) provided in investing activities
(282,298 )
(268,857 )
13,441
Cash at the end of the period
619,581
2,341,537
(1,721,956 )
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Net
cash flow from (used in) operating activities
Three months period ended
Description
November 30, 2024
($)
November 30, 2023
($)
Operating activities
Net loss
(656,894 )
(897,757 )
Adjustments for the following non-cash items:
Depreciation of property and equipment
21,618
15,067
Amortization of intangible assets
131,030
89,483
Depreciation on right of use asset
32,874
32,877
Interest expense on lease liability
13,921
(16,179
Change in fair value of warrant liability
(31,532 )
-
Foreign exchange gain (loss)
(5,089 )
(10,691
Net changes in non-cash working capital balances:
Trade and other receivables
(27,302 )
(112,291 )
Prepaid expenses and deposits
2,928
11,974
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
(33,677 )
(124,526 )
Deferred government incentive
(45,236 )
-
Deferred revenue
(66,238 )
-
(663,597 )
(1,022,782 )
Our
primary source of cash flow comes from our core business operations.
During
the three months period ended November 30, 2024, the Company reported a significant improvement in its financial performance. Net cash
used in operating activities decreased to $663,597, compared to $1,022,782 in the prior corresponding period ended November 30, 2023.
This reduction in cash outflows was primarily driven by lower operating expenses, as the Company implemented measures to streamline costs
and optimize resource allocation.
In
addition, revenue for the year saw a notable increase, reflecting the Company’s ability to attract new clients and retain existing
ones through enhancements to its service offerings and operational efficiency. These combined efforts demonstrate the Company’s
focus on achieving sustainable growth while maintaining disciplined cash management practices.
Net
cash flow from (used in) financing activities
During
the three months period ended November 30, 2024, the Company raised $1.00 million through the issuance of shares and pre-funded warrants
under an S-3 registration statement. In addition, the Company secured a short-term loan of $525,000 from a private party to further strengthen
its financial position.
These
financing activities have provided critical capital to support the Company’s strategic initiatives, including investments in proprietary
software development, expansion of operational capabilities, and enhancing shareholder value. The successful execution of these funding
measures positions the Company to pursue its growth objectives and capitalize on emerging opportunities in the market.
Net
cash flow from (used in) investing activities
During
the three months ended November 30, 2024, the Company allocated $282,298 toward the development of proprietary software aimed at enhancing
the efficiency and accuracy of mortgage application processing for field agents. This strategic investment underscores the Company’s
dedication to leveraging technology to drive operational improvements and strengthen its competitive position in the mortgage industry.
By offering a streamlined and user-friendly platform, the enhanced software is expected to attract new mortgage agents while improving
retention rates, thereby positioning the Company for long-term growth in a highly competitive market.
As
of November 30, 2024, the Company’s cash balance stood at $619,581, representing a decrease from $2,341,537 as of November 30,
2023. This reduction reflects the Company’s strategic investments in proprietary software development and ongoing efforts to optimize
operations.
The
Company’s capital structure consists of contributed common shares, accumulated deficit, additional paid-in capital, and other comprehensive
losses. Its primary sources of liquidity are cash generated through operations and capital raised from investors through the issuance
of common shares. The Company remains committed to meeting all financial and operational obligations as they come due, maintaining a
disciplined approach to liquidity management.
Future
capital requirements will depend on several factors, including planned investments in technology, market expansion initiatives, and overall
growth trajectory. While the Company continues to actively manage controllable factors, external variables such as interest rates and
real estate market conditions remain potential challenges. By aligning its financial strategies with operational priorities, the Company
is well-positioned to navigate these uncertainties and achieve sustainable long-term growth.
The
following table presents our liquidity:
As at:
November
30, 2024
($)
August
31, 2024
($)
Cash
619,581
580,356
Trade and other receivables
182,526
155,224
Prepaid expenses and deposit
154,983
157,911
957,090
893,491
As
of November 30, 2024, Pineapple Financial maintained a strong liquidity position, with $957,090 in cash, complemented by trade
and other receivables, prepaid expenses, and deposits. This reflects the Company’s ability to fulfill its short-term obligations
effectively. Cash increased by $39,225 compared to August 31, 2024, primarily driven by higher revenue generation, disciplined
expense management, and additional financing activities.
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In
the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), home sales increased for the month of October and November 2024 by more than 40 percent
year-over-year.
Despite
these positive developments, Pineapple Financial continues to prioritize prudent financial management, focusing on optimizing resource
allocation to sustain growth initiatives while maintaining adequate liquidity to meet ongoing operational and strategic commitments.
Critical
Accounting Policies and Significant Judgments and Estimates
This
management’s discussion and analysis of the financial condition and results of operations is based on our financial statements,
which have been prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP. The preparation of these financial statements requires us to make estimates and
assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of
the financial statements, and the reported amounts of Revenue and expenses during the reported period. Per U.S. GAAP, we base our estimates
on historical experience and various other assumptions we believe to be reasonable under the circumstances. Actual results may differ
from these estimates if conditions differ from our assumptions. While our significant accounting policies are more fully described in
Note 2 in the “Notes to Financial Statements,” we believe the following accounting policies are critical to making effective
judgments and estimates in preparing our financial statements.
Revenue
Recognition
The
Company has adopted ASC 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers, which provides a single comprehensive model for revenue recognition.
The core principle of the standard is that Revenue should be recognized when goods or services are transferred to customers at an amount
that reflects the consideration to which the entity expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods or services. The standard introduced
a new contract- based revenue recognition model with a measurement approach that is based on an allocation of the transaction price.
It establishes a five-step model to account for Revenue arising from contracts with customers. Under this standard, Revenue is recognized
at an amount that reflects the consideration to which an entity expects to be entitled in exchange for transferring goods or services
to a customer. The standard requires entities to exercise judgement, taking into consideration all of the relevant facts and circumstances
when applying each step of the model to contracts with customers. Additionally, the standard specifies the accounting for incremental
costs of obtaining a contract and the costs directly related to fulfilling a contract.
When
the Company transfers goods or services to a customer, Revenue is recognized at an amount that reflects the consideration expected to
be received.
The
Company operates an online platform powered by Salesforce, that enables brokers and agents to efficiently close deals.
The
Company’s subsidiary, Pineapple Insurance Inc., generates Revenue by charging premiums for insurance policies and services. Pineapple
Insurance is affiliated with a major insurance company, from which it earns commissions for providing services, primarily mortgage insurance.
Mortgage insurance is a requirement for each mortgage. Pineapple Insurance acts as the agent that supplies insurance services to the
consumer and is paid a commission from the premiums collected by the insurance company whose products and services it provides to the
end consumer. Additionally, Pineapple Insurance has adopted ASC 606.
Basis
of presentation, functional and presentation currency
The
Company’s headquarters is in Ontario, Canada, and the functional currency is in Canadian Dollars (CAD) with the presentation currency
being US Dollars (USD). The Company’s subsidiaries have a functional currency of CAD and presentation currency of USD which have
been applied consistently.
There
will be a foreign currency translation undertaken to report under US GAAP which will be the basis of presentation.
Lease
Accounting
The
relevant criteria applicable is ASC 842. We assess at contract inception whether a contract is, or contains, a lease. That is, if the
contract conveys the right to control the use of an identified asset for a period of time in exchange for consideration. We apply a single
recognition and measurement approach for all leases, except for short-term leases and leases of low-value assets. We recognize lease
liabilities to make lease payments and right-of- use assets representing the right to use the underlying assets.
At
the commencement date of the lease, we recognize lease liabilities measured at the present value of lease payments to be made over the
lease term. Lease payments include fixed payments (including in-substance fixed payments) less any lease incentives receivable, variable
lease payments that depend on an index or a rate, and amounts expected to be paid under residual value guarantees. Lease payments also
include the exercise price of a purchase option reasonably certain to be exercised by us and payments of penalties for terminating the
lease, if the lease term reflects us exercising the option to terminate. Variable lease payments that do not depend on an index or a
rate are recognized as expenses in the period in which the event or condition that triggers the payment occurs. In calculating the present
value of lease payments, we use our incremental borrowing rate at the lease commencement date because the interest rate implicit in the
lease is not readily determinable. After the commencement date, the amount of lease liabilities is increased to reflect the accretion
of interest and reduced for the lease payments made. In addition, the carrying amount of lease liabilities is remeasured if there is
a modification, a change in the lease term, a change in the lease payments (e.g., changes to future payments resulting from a change
in an index or rate used to determine such lease payments) or a change in the assessment of an option to purchase the underlying asset.
We
recognize right-of-use assets at the commencement date of the lease (i.e., the date the underlying asset is available for use). Right-of-use
assets are measured at cost, less any accumulated depreciation and impairment losses, and adjusted for any remeasurement of lease liabilities.
The cost of right-of-use assets includes the amount of lease liabilities recognized, initial direct costs incurred, and lease payments
made at or before the commencement date less any lease incentives received. Right-of-use assets are depreciated on a straight-line basis
over the shorter of the lease term and the estimated useful lives of the assets.
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Investments
We
invested in MCommercial, a commercial mortgage firm based in Montreal and Toronto, Canada, representing 5% of the total issued and outstanding
shares. This strategic partnership allows Pineapple residential mortgage agents to access a leading commercial mortgage firm and experts,
which will expand their product offerings, service levels, and corporate Revenue through increased transactions.
The
Company entered into a share purchase agreement with 9142-2964 Quebec Inc., pursuant to which it acquired five Class A Shares of 7326904
Canada Inc. (doing business as Mortgage Alliance Corporation) (“Alliance”), representing 5% of the total issued and outstanding
shares of Alliance. Alliance is a mortgage brokerage firm based in Ontario, Canada, with locations in Calgary, Vancouver, and Halifax.
The
total value of both investments was recorded at fair value, and any impairment loss is recognized in the profit and loss account.
Share
Based Compensation
Stock-based
compensation is accounted for based on the requirements of the Share-Based Payment Topic of ASC 718, “Compensation — Stock
Compensation” (“ASC 718”), which requires recognition in the financial statements of the cost of employee, non-employee
and director services received in exchange for an award of equity instruments over the period the employee, non-employee or director
is required to perform the services in exchange for the award (presumptively, the vesting period). ASC 718 also requires measurement
of the cost of employee, non- employee, and director services received in exchange for an award based on the grant-date fair value of
the award.
The
Company has a share option plan (the “Plan”) to attract, retain and motivate qualified directors, officers, employees, and
consultants whose present and future contributions are important to the success of the Company by offering them an opportunity to participate
in the Company’s future performance through the award of share options.
Each
share option converts into one common share of Pineapple Financial Inc. on exercise. No amounts are paid or payable by the recipient
on receipt of the option. The options carry neither right to dividends nor voting rights. Options may be exercised at any time from the
date of vesting to the date of their expiry.
In
2017, the Plan was amended such that the total number of common shares reserved and available for grant and issuance pursuant to the
Plan is to equal 10% of the issued and outstanding common shares of the Company.
Options
granted on June 14, 2021, vest over a 2-year period whereby 25% of the options granted vested on the date of grant, and the remaining
unvested options vest in equal instalments every 6-months thereafter. The fair value of stock options granted was $1,317,155. These options
were fully vested in year ended August 31, 2023.
On
July 6, 2023, we completed a 1-for-3.9 reverse stock split, or the Reverse Split, effective immediately. Consequently, all the share
numbers, shares prices, and exercise prices have been retroactively adjusted in these condensed interim consolidated financial statements
for all periods presented.
Controls
and Procedures
While
the Company is not currently required to maintain an effective internal controls system, we recognize the importance of strong internal
controls and have proactively initiated steps to establish and enhance our control environment. These measures include:
●
Employing
skilled staff in financial, accounting, and external reporting roles, focusing on segregation of duties.
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●
Conducting
regular reconciliations to ensure accurate recording, correct classification, and balanced books.
●
Ensuring
timely and accurate recording of expenses, liabilities, and other accounting entries in accordance with the matching principle.
●
Maintaining
a detailed fixed assets register to track users, departments, and assets.
●
Requiring
internal review and approval of accounting transactions by at least two independent personnel.
●
Documenting
processes, assumptions, and conclusions related to significant estimates.
●
Establishing
comprehensive documentation of accounting policies and procedures.
As
of November 30, 2024, under the supervision and with the participation of management, including our principal executive officer and principal
financial officer, we conducted an evaluation of the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting. Based on this assessment,
management concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of November 30, 2024.
Improvements
made during the year include carrying out independent reviews, establishing approval processes for transactions and reconciliations,
and hiring additional personnel to enhance our control environment. Plans are in place to further improve controls by segregating duties
and refining processes, thus ensuring robust and effective internal controls that uphold the integrity of our financial reporting.
Financial
Instruments
As
of November 30, 2024, the Company’s financial instruments include cash, trade and other receivables, investments, accounts payable,
and accrued liabilities.
As
per ASC 820, Fair value measurement establishes a fair value hierarchy based on the level of independence, objective evidence surrounding
the inputs used to measure fair value. A financial instrument’s categorising within the fair value hierarchy is based upon the
lowest level of input that is significant to the fair value measurement.
i)
Level 1 fair value measurements are those derived from quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities;
ii)
Level 2 fair value measurements are those derived from inputs other than quoted prices included within Level 1 that are observable for
the asset or liability, either directly (i.e., as prices) or indirectly (i.e., derived from prices); and
iii)
Level 3 fair value measurements are those derived from valuation techniques that include inputs for the asset or liability that are not
based on observable market data (unobservable inputs).
The
following table provides the fair values of the financial assets in the Company’s consolidated statements of financial position,
categorized by hierarchical levels and their related classifications.
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As
of November 30, 2024
Level
1
Level
2
Level
3
Total
Assets:
Cash
619,581
619,581
Investment
9,671
9,671
Risks
and Uncertainties
The
Company’s business is subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, including those described elsewhere in this MD&A, as well
as general economic and market risks. These risk factors could materially affect the Company’s future operating results and could
cause actual events to differ materially from those described in forward-looking information relating to the Company.
As
part of our regular business operations, we face various risks that can impact our profitability and operations. These risks can be broadly
categorized as interest rate risk, credit risk, counterparty risk, and risks associated with the pandemics like COVID-19.
Interest
rate risk
We
do not face interest rate risk as we do not have any variable-rate loans or borrowings.
Credit
risk
Credit
risk is the risk of financial loss to the Corporation if a counterparty to a financial instrument fails to meet its contractual obligations.
The Corporation’s credit risk is mainly attributable to its cash and trade and other receivables.
The
Corporation has determined that its exposure to credit risk on its cash is minimal as the Corporation’s cash are held
with financial institutions in Canada.
Our
primary source of credit risk relates to the possibility of Core Business Operation’s brokerages or other customers not paying
receivables. Core Business Operations manages its credit risk by performing credit risk evaluations on its brokerages and agents and
monitoring overdue trade and other receivables. As of November 30, 2024, $37,800 of our trade receivables are greater than 90 days outstanding,
as compared to $2,572 for November 30, 2023. A decline in economic conditions or other adverse conditions experienced by brokerage and
agents could impact the collectability of the Corporation’s accounts receivable.
Our
maximum exposure to credit risk approximates the carrying value of the assets on the Corporation’s consolidated statements of financial
position.
As at:
November
30, 2024
($)
August
31, 2024
($)
Cash
619,581
580,356
Trade and other receivables
182,526
155,224
Prepaid expenses and deposit
154,983
157,910
957,090
893,490
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Item
3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk
As
a smaller reporting company, this disclosure is not required.
Item
4. Controls and Procedures
Evaluation
of Disclosure Controls and Procedures
We
are transitioning to and will maintain disclosure controls and procedures that are designed to ensure that information required to be
disclosed by us in reports that we file or submit under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and timely reported as provided
in SEC rules and forms and that such information is accumulated and communicated to our management, as appropriate, to allow for timely
decisions regarding required disclosure. We will periodically review the design and effectiveness of our disclosure controls and procedures,
including compliance with various laws and regulations that apply to our operations. We will make modifications to improve the design
and effectiveness of our disclosure controls and procedures and may take other corrective action if our reviews identify a need for such
modifications or actions. In designing and evaluating the disclosure controls and procedures, we recognize that any controls and procedures,
no matter how well designed and operated, can provide only reasonable assurance of achieving the desired control objectives, and we will
apply judgment in evaluating the cost-benefit relationship of possible controls and procedures. In addition, the design of any system
of controls also is based in part upon certain assumptions about the likelihood of future events, and there can be no assurance that
any design will succeed in achieving its stated goals under all potential future conditions; over time, controls may become inadequate
because of changes in conditions, or the degree of compliance with policies or procedures may deteriorate. Because of the inherent limitations
in a control system, misstatements due to error or fraud may occur and not be detected.
Changes
in Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
There
have been no changes in our internal control over financial reporting that occurred during our last fiscal quarter that have materially
affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
PART
II. OTHER INFORMATION
Item
1 Legal Proceedings.
To
our best knowledge, we are currently not a party to any legal proceedings that, individually or in the aggregate, are deemed to be material
to our financial condition or results of operations.
Item
1A Risk Factors.
Smaller
reporting companies are not required to provide the information required by this item.
Item
2 Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds.
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Item
3 Defaults Upon Senior Securities.
None.
Item
4 Mine Safety Disclosures.
Not
applicable.
Item
5 Other Information.
None.
Item
6. EXHIBITS
Exhibit
No.
Description
31.1
*
Certification of Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a)/15d-14(a).
31.2
*
Certification of Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a)/15d-14(a).
32.1
*
Certification of Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
32.2
*
Certification of Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
101.INS
*
Inline
XBRL Instance Document.
101.SCH*
*
Inline
XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document.
101.CAL*
*
Inline
XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase Document.
101.DEF*
*
Inline
XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase Document.
101.LAB*
*
Inline
XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase Document.
101.PRE
*
Inline
XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase Document.
104
The
cover page from the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended November 30, 2024, formatted in Inline XBRL
(included in Exhibit 101).
*
Filed
herewith.
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant
to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed
on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
PINEAPPLE
FINANCIAL INC.
Date:
January 21, 2025
By:
/s/
Shubha Dasgupta
Shubha
Dasgupta
Chief
Executive Officer
Date:
January 21, 2025
By:
/s/
Sarfraz Habib
Sarfraz
Habib
Chief
Financial Officer
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