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Government of Canada portfolio map

61 startups Government of Canada has backed in rounds we track, since 2017, grouped by their main sector. Together they have raised $24B. The biggest sector is AI, with 13 companies.

61startups backed
12sectors
$24Braised between them
AIbiggest sector

Government of Canada's investor profile

AI

13

Biotech

7

Nonprofit

7

Energy

5

Agtech

5

Cleantech

4

Oil & Gas

4

Hardware & Electronics

4

Manufacturing

3

IT Services

3

Advanced Manufacturing

3

Community

3

Segment by segment

AI

13 startups · $22B raised

  1. Scale AIScale delivers proven data, evaluations, and outcomes to AI labs, governments, and the Fortune 500.United States$15B
  2. CohereCohere is a Canadian multinational artificial intelligence company founded in 2019, specializing in foundational large language moCanada$5.6B
  3. Centre de Collaboration MiQro InnovationCentre de Collaboration MiQro Innovation is a semiconductor foundry.Canada$469M
  4. LawZeroLawZero is committed to advancing research and creating technical solutions that enable safe-by-design AI systems.Canada$215M
  5. VVITALCanada$105M
  6. IInfinityUnited States$21M
  7. FluidAI MedicalFluidAI Medical is a Medical Device startup developing a solution to detect gastrointestinal leaks after surgical procedures.Canada$16M
  8. BBluedotUnited Kingdom$13M

Biotech

7 startups · $567M raised

  1. AbCelleraAbCellera is an antibody discovery and development company that develops antibody therapeutics to improve patient outcomes.Canada$526M
  2. Precision NanoSystemPrecision NanoSystem provides Neuro9Kit for the study of gene function in neurons and glia cells.Canada$32M
  3. Edesa BiotechEdesa develops treatments for dermatological and anorectal diseases.Canada$5.9M
  4. Mazza InnovationMazza Innovation produces clean ingredients and specialize in extracting bioactive compounds including polyphenols.-$2.4M
  5. Anodyne ChemistriesAnodyne Chemistries is a Canadian deep-tech and industrial biotechnology company founded in 2021, based in Burnaby, British Columbia.Canada$724K
  6. Renaissance BioScienceRenaissance BioScience, a biotechnology company, develops yeast-based proprietary technology solutions for food and beverage manufacturers.Canada$599K
  7. Ananda DevicesAnanda Devices develops & manufactures microfluidic platforms to improve standardization, precision and reproducibility of cell assays.Canada$256K

Nonprofit

7 startups · $14M raised

  1. Veterans' House CanadaVeterans' House Canada will provide a veterans-only atmosphere.Canada$7.6M
  2. Jack.orgJack.org is a non-profit organization that trains and empowers young leaders to revolutionize mental health in every province and territory.Canada$2.9M
  3. Strongest Families InstituteStrongest Families Institute is a charity that provides bilingual mental health services utilizing social science research.Canada$1.3M
  4. Eating Disorders Nova ScotiaEating Disorders Nova Scotia is a community-based, charitable organisation.Canada$1.3M
  5. Palette SkillsPalette Skills is a national non-profit funded in part by the Government of Canada's Sectoral Initiatives Program.Canada$600K
  6. K'asho Got'ine Housing SocietyK'asho Got'ine Housing Society focuses on addressing housing issues in Fort Good HopeCanada$328K
  7. Chinese Canadian MuseumChinese Canadian Museum is a non-profit organization dedicated to building and managing public museum.Canada$204K

Energy

5 startups · $654M raised

  1. PowerCoPowerCo's development is the next phase in expanding the global battery business.Germany$513M
  2. Mangrove LithiumDevelops a platform for the most cost-effective production of battery grade lithium hydroxide from diverse input streams and assets.Canada$101M
  3. Electra Battery MaterialsElectra Battery Materials develops and produces battery-grade materials for the electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage industries.Canada$20M
  4. Energy Safety CanadaEnergy Safety Canada is a oil and gas energy company located in Calgary.Canada$15M
  5. Novus EarthNovus Earth Energy is an innovation-driven corporation that develops and implements decarbonized technologies.Canada$5.0M

Agtech

5 startups · $24M raised

  1. Protein Industries CanadaProtein Industries Canada is an industry-led, not-for-profit organization.Canada$11M
  2. Lucent BioSciencesLucent BioSciences is a AgTech start-up that has developed a novel climate-positive smart fertilizer system.Canada$5.0M
  3. Blue Ocean GearBlue Ocean Gear is a California-based technology startup founded in 2015, focused on developing intelligent tracking solutions forUnited States$4.2M
  4. SomaDetectSomaDetect provides dairy farmers with the information they need to produce the best possible milk.Canada$2.5M
  5. BRBioimaging Research SolutionsBioimaging Research Solutions strives to streamline and enhance the food-production system at all stages - from farm to consumer.Canada$1.0M

Cleantech

4 startups · $21M raised

  1. CUCarbon Upcycling TechnologiesCanada$10M
  2. BioFuelNet CanadaBioFuelNet Canada mobilizes the Canadian biofuels research, industrial, governmental and investment communities.Canada$5.3M
  3. E2metrixE2metrix develops and commercializes wastewater and recirculated water systems to remove targeted contaminants for a variety of inCanada$3.9M
  4. EvercloakEvercloak is a cleantech startup that specializes in manufacturing ultra-thin graphene and other 2D nanomaterial films.Canada$1.7M

Oil & Gas

4 startups · $394M raised

  1. Generation MiningGeneration Mining is a mineral development company that focuses on zinc and molybdenum projects in Canada.Canada$311M
  2. Fireweed MetalsFireweed Metals is a Canadian mining exploration and development company.Canada$44M
  3. Canada Nickel CompanyCanada Nickel Company is a mining company that develops nickel-sulphide projects to support electric vehicle and steel markets.Canada$37M
  4. Northcliff ResourcesNorthcliff Resources is a mineral development company focused on advancing the Sisson Tungsten-Molybdenum.Canada$2.5M

Hardware & Electronics

4 startups · $191M raised

  1. PhotonicPhotonic develops quantum computing and networking technologies, utilizing silicon spin qubits and native telecom networking interface.Canada$131M
  2. LaseraxLaserax is a Quebec-based manufacturer specializing in industrial laser systems and turnkey solutions.Canada$46M
  3. EocycleEocycle Technologies Inc.Canada$15M
  4. Little Robot FriendsLittle Robot Friends is a robotic learning platform that teaches about coding, electronics, and social-emotional learning for kids.-$100K

Manufacturing

3 startups · $5.3M raised

  1. Aurora HydrogenAurora Hydrogen is a cleantech startup based in Edmonton, Alberta, founded in 2021.Canada$3.0M
  2. GIP TogoGIP Togo is a manufacturing firm that makes renewable semiconductor with the help scrap and waste.-$1.2M
  3. AccelovantAccelovant produces high quality fiber optic temperature sensorsCanada$1.1M

IT Services

3 startups · $38M raised

  1. Talent Innovation CanadaTICAN helps Canada's most ambitious companies develop new innovations by integrating top-tier graduate talent.Canada$21M
  2. Anyon SystemsAnyon System Inc.Canada$17M
  3. EXO InsightsEXO Insights is a developer of biometrics systemCanada$879K

Advanced Manufacturing

3 startups · $173M raised

  1. Aspect BiosystemsBiotech company developing bioprinted tissue therapeutics to transform how we treat disease.Canada$172M
  2. GrydPropTech, SaaS, Real-EstateCanada$896K
  3. VisaoVisao revolutionizes manufacturer communication with 3D tech.Canada$8K

Community

3 startups · $2.7M raised

  1. Quantum Industry CanadaQuantum Industry Canada ensure that quantum innovation and talent is translated into Canadian business success and economic prosperity.Canada$1.4M
  2. Camping Aventure MeganticCamping Aventure Megantic provides tourist clientele with a multi-purpose vacation resort in a vast quality environment.Canada$877K
  3. Kaleo CollectiveKaleo Collective is a safe, loving group for single mothers.Canada$394K

How this map is made. Every startup here has raised money in a round we track that names Government of Canada as an investor, the first in 2017. Each sits under its main sector, read from its rounds, and each sector shows its best-funded first; sectors with fewer than three companies are left off. Rebuilt nightly; updated 15 November 2026.

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