The 51 Ventures

The 51 Ventures is a Calgary-based venture capital firm focused on growth capital investments in startups, particularly in Canada. The firm is dedicated to promoting financial empowerment among women by creating a platform that fosters mutual wealth and social and environmental impact. By harnessing the untapped wealth of female investors, The 51 Ventures aims to establish Canada as a hub for female-led capital. With a significant portion of Alberta's tech startups being founded or co-founded by women, the firm seeks to address the disparity in venture capital funding, as female-founded startups currently receive only a small fraction of the total available capital globally. Through its initiatives, The 51 Ventures aspires to create a critical mass of female investors and drive meaningful change in the investment landscape.

Judy Fairburn

Co-Founder, Co-CEO, Fund Managing Partner

Shelley Kuipers

Co-CEO and Chief Growth Officer

Alice Reimer

Co-Founder

Past deals in Women

Coral

Seed Round in 2025
Coral is a digital health company specializing in women's health, particularly focusing on perimenopause and menopause. It offers a virtual care platform that provides personalized, evidence-based support, including nutrition, mental health, lifestyle guidance, and pharmaceutical interventions. Coral aims to empower women to manage their health during midlife and beyond, improving their quality of life through comprehensive symptom relief and prevention strategies.

Nyah Health

Grant in 2023
Nyah Health is a menopausal women's virtual health platform that provides access, solutions, and continuous care.

alder

Seed Round in 2022
Alder is an e-commerce company that specializes in outdoor apparel designed specifically for women. It stands out in the market by offering inclusive sizing ranging from XS to 4X, which is significantly broader than the typical size range found in outdoor and athletic apparel brands. The company emphasizes female-focused design and prioritizes sustainable and ethical production practices. Alder's brand identity is characterized by a playful approach, contrasting sharply with the performance-driven and often intense image of existing outdoor brands. This combination of inclusivity, thoughtful design, and commitment to sustainability enables Alder to cater to a diverse customer base seeking comfort and style in outdoor clothing.

Hyivy Health

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Hyivy Health specializes in innovative pelvic rehabilitation solutions. Its flagship product is an intelligent device designed for women experiencing pelvic health complications, offering quantifiable data tracking and three different therapies to enhance recovery and comfort.

Lilia

Seed Round in 2020
Founded in 2019, Lilia is a fertility support company headquartered in Toronto, Canada. It offers a home diagnostic test for fertility hormone assessment and connects users with specialists through its resource hub, providing guidance on reproductive health.

The Riveter

Series A in 2018
The Riveter is a membership-based coworking and community platform focused on women and allies. It provides shared workspaces and office services, including individual offices, floating and dedicated desks, and private offices, as well as wellness amenities such as fitness studios and meditation rooms. The company offers event and pop-up retail spaces for members to host and sell, and delivers programming through daily workshops, skill-building sessions, and conversations aimed at supporting women entrepreneurs and professionals. By combining workspace with a curated wellness and community experience, The Riveter supports members in running their businesses and pursuing professional development. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Seattle, Washington.

Women At The Helm

Seed Round in 2018
Founded in New York City in 2010, Women At The Helm specializes in retailing fashion, beauty, home, and wellness products.
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