Fund Investments

As a fund investor and Canada’s most active limited partner, we support fund managers who invest in technology-focused Canadian companies. Our goal: strengthen the country’s innovation ecosystem for long-term growth and impact.

Our impact

We go beyond financial support. Our institutional guidance to managers on fund formation practices, governance, and reporting help establish best-in-class general partnerships with long-term franchise potential.

Our focus

Support emerging and established fund managers
For funds with dedicated Canadian strategy and presence
Develop at-scale venture and growth capital franchises

Who is this portfolio for

We’re looking for fund managers who:

Invest in technology clusters that reflect Canada’s core competitive strengths
Target underserved but high-potential areas of the innovation economy
Strive to contribute to a diverse and inclusive venture and growth capital asset class in Canada

Minimum criteria for eligibility for Thrive Platform indirect investment* includes:

Women led or co-led general partner
Commitment to investing a percentage of the portfolio in women led or co-led companies
Continued demonstration and commitment to furthering diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives within their portfolio and broader ecosystem

^{* All investments are subject to comprehensive due diligence and underwriting criteria}

Partnership approach

Our leadership in fund formation and collaboration with global, standard-setting organizations is building a vibrant, responsible, and sustainable ecosystem for Canada.