Calgary-founded venture platform The51 has announced the first close of its third fund, with BMO committing as lead anchor investor. The51 Fund III is targeting a $30 million final close and will invest in women founders building companies in the future of health, wealth, and work. The fund is led by The51 Co-Founder and CEO […]
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The51 Appoints Fintech Pioneer Colleen Moorehead as Board Chair
The51 has appointed veteran business leader Colleen Moorehead as Chair of its Board of Directors, marking a significant step forward for the women-led venture firm and financial platform. Moorehead brings decades of experience at the intersection of capital markets, technology, and governance, including leadership roles in both public and private sectors. A fintech trailblazer, she […]
Panel to Tackle Scaling Challenges for Alberta Cleantech Startups
Alberta’s growing cleantech sector will take centre stage at a breakfast panel titled How to Scale Up Cleantech Firms on April 9th, exploring how to better support the province’s most promising startups. Hosted by the University of Calgary’s BMO Professorship in Sustainable and Transition Finance, the event will feature John Redfern, President and CEO of […]
The Peak’s Bet on Canada Summit Lands in Calgary Next Week
The Peak’s Bet on Canada Summit lands in Calgary next week. The inaugural, one-day summit on October 23rd promises to shine a light on the most important topics, trends, and tools for businesses in 2024, with business leaders sharing practical advice on conquering timely business challenges and offering step-by-step actions business leaders can use immediately. Bet on […]
How Alberta is Innovating Agtech in Canada
If Alberta startups have their way, the farming industry will never look the same. Agricultural technology firms are cropping up across the province as companies look to optimize farming and meet clean-tech goals. Let’s take a look at regional funds targeting agtech innovation as well as some sector startups securing capital or otherwise accelerating. Carrot […]
The51 Secures $30 Million for Fund Targeting Innovative Ag-Tech
The51 Food and AgTech GP announced today the closing of $30 Million for a fund targeting Pre-Seed to Series A investments in founders pioneering food and agriculture technologies. Lead Investor Farm Credit Canada was joined by Alberta Enterprise Corporation and National Bank of Canada, family foundations and offices, and individual accredited investors from agri-business, farming, and industry backgrounds. […]