Celtic House Venture Partners

Celtic House Venture Partners is an independent Canadian investment firm established in 1994, based in Ottawa with additional offices in Toronto. The firm specializes in venture capital, primarily focusing on the technology sector, including software, digital media, communication, wireless, and information technology. With a strong emphasis on collaboration, Celtic House works closely with management teams and experienced entrepreneurs to nurture technology companies from their inception to successful exits, which have included 25 initial public offerings and various acquisitions. Celtic House manages over $425 million across three funds and is actively making new investments from its latest fund, which closed in 2012. The firm is recognized as one of Canada's most active investors in technology and innovation, leveraging the extensive expertise of its partners to deliver superior financial returns.

Alo Brake

General Partner

Jay Chen

Managing Partner

Pierre-Andre Meunier

Founder and Owner

Tom Valis

Managing Partner

Past deals in Ottawa

Corsa

Series C in 2018
Corsa Technology Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in networking hardware and security solutions. Founded in 2011 and based in Ottawa, it provides programmable data planes that enhance Software Defined Networking (SDN). Corsa's OpenFlow data planes are designed for various applications, including router replacement and bypass in wide area networks, as well as for network functions virtualization. The company also offers a network security virtualization platform that enables large enterprises and service providers to efficiently scale traffic inspection, including encrypted traffic, at a reduced total cost of ownership. By integrating virtualization with intelligent orchestration, Corsa facilitates the deployment and management of next-generation firewall arrays, allowing clients to easily expand their network security capabilities in response to growing bandwidth demands.

Klashwerks

Seed Round in 2018
Klashwerks Inc., operating under the name Raven, is a Canadian company based in Ottawa that specializes in manufacturing advanced security systems for vehicles. Founded in 2015, Klashwerks produces an always-on camera system that connects drivers to their cars, enabling them to monitor road conditions, enhance auto security, and track the location of other family members. This technology integrates various features, including cameras, navigation, and diagnostics, all accessible through a mobile app. The company's team comprises experts in system architecture, hardware design, software development, and logistics, all dedicated to advancing disruptive technology in the automotive sector.

CanvasPop

Series A in 2018
CanvasPop LLC is a prominent provider of personalized photo art and gifts, specializing in on-demand printing services. Founded in 2009 and based in Las Vegas, Nevada, the company offers a variety of products including canvas prints, framed prints, photo collages, magnets, and decorative pillows. CanvasPop aims to enhance customer experience through high-quality products and exceptional support, catering to individual preferences by allowing users to upload images from various sources. With facilities in the United States and Canada, the company serves over 450,000 customers and provides shipping options across the European Union, ensuring a broad reach for its innovative offerings.

DragonWave

Post in 2016
DragonWave Inc. (DragonWave) is a provider of high-capacity Ethernet microwave solutions for Internet protocol (IP) networks. Its carrier-grade point-to-point Ethernet microwave systems transmit broadband voice, video and data, enabling service providers, government agencies, enterprises and other organizations to meet their bandwidth requirements. The principal application of the Company's products is wireless network backhaul. Its additional solutions include leased line replacement, last mile fiber extension and enterprise networks. DragonWave has a network of distributor and reseller partners globally. Its customers include carriers, service providers, utilities, WISP's and enterprises. The Company's products include packet microwave system, pseudowire systems, network configuration and protection, network management, flexible deployment and reach, and technical documents.

Corsa

Series B in 2015
Corsa Technology Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in networking hardware and security solutions. Founded in 2011 and based in Ottawa, it provides programmable data planes that enhance Software Defined Networking (SDN). Corsa's OpenFlow data planes are designed for various applications, including router replacement and bypass in wide area networks, as well as for network functions virtualization. The company also offers a network security virtualization platform that enables large enterprises and service providers to efficiently scale traffic inspection, including encrypted traffic, at a reduced total cost of ownership. By integrating virtualization with intelligent orchestration, Corsa facilitates the deployment and management of next-generation firewall arrays, allowing clients to easily expand their network security capabilities in response to growing bandwidth demands.

Corsa

Series A in 2013
Corsa Technology Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in networking hardware and security solutions. Founded in 2011 and based in Ottawa, it provides programmable data planes that enhance Software Defined Networking (SDN). Corsa's OpenFlow data planes are designed for various applications, including router replacement and bypass in wide area networks, as well as for network functions virtualization. The company also offers a network security virtualization platform that enables large enterprises and service providers to efficiently scale traffic inspection, including encrypted traffic, at a reduced total cost of ownership. By integrating virtualization with intelligent orchestration, Corsa facilitates the deployment and management of next-generation firewall arrays, allowing clients to easily expand their network security capabilities in response to growing bandwidth demands.

Overlay.tv

Series B in 2008
Overlay.tv is an interactive media company based in Ottawa, Canada, founded in 2007. It offers a video commerce platform that allows users, content owners, and e-commerce sites to enhance their video assets by overlaying contextual information, such as images, links, and comments, directly onto online videos. This technology enables the monetization and customization of video content, linking viewers to external websites and enriching their viewing experience.

Overlay.tv

Series A in 2008
Overlay.tv is an interactive media company based in Ottawa, Canada, founded in 2007. It offers a video commerce platform that allows users, content owners, and e-commerce sites to enhance their video assets by overlaying contextual information, such as images, links, and comments, directly onto online videos. This technology enables the monetization and customization of video content, linking viewers to external websites and enriching their viewing experience.

dna13

Series A in 2007
dna13 Inc. specializes in on-demand software solutions focused on brand and reputation management. The company's flagship offerings include dnaEnterprise, a comprehensive public relations and corporate communications software suite that enables organizations to manage, monitor, and measure their brand presence in real-time, and dnaMonitor, which provides media monitoring capabilities for insights into brand performance, competitor activity, and industry trends. Additionally, dna13 offers consulting, training, and implementation services to support users in leveraging their software effectively. The dnaEnterprise platform consolidates various media content sources and critical brand data into a centralized database, along with integrated applications that streamline public relations processes. The company serves a diverse range of sectors, including corporate communications, public relations, investor relations, government relations, human resources, and legal teams. Established in 2001 and headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, dna13 has formed strategic partnerships with several notable organizations in the media and communications industry.

Tropic Networks

Series D in 2004
Tropic Networks, Inc. designs, develops, and markets regional and metro-area optical networking equipment for telephony, data, and cable applications. The company offers Wavelength Tracker, an optical transport solution that leverages SONET/SDH familiarity to deliver optical layer intelligence; and various services for Tropic Networks platform and its related products, including network design, planning and installation, operation and maintenance consulting, and evaluation and modeling of network architecture, as well as training and planned upgrades. It also provides Networks TRX-24000, a metro optical transport platform that delivers dense wavelength division multiplexing and optical add-drop multiplexing for a host of services in a package. The company offers metro-optimized network solution for carriers to plan, manage, and scale the MAN; and to address the need for bandwidth expansion, optical transport, wavelength identification, and wavelength management in regional and metropolitan-area optical networks. Its metro optical networking solution streamlines the underlying optical layer architecture of DWDM/ODAM networks. Tropic Networks, Inc. was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada.

Tropic Networks

Series C in 2003
Tropic Networks, Inc. designs, develops, and markets regional and metro-area optical networking equipment for telephony, data, and cable applications. The company offers Wavelength Tracker, an optical transport solution that leverages SONET/SDH familiarity to deliver optical layer intelligence; and various services for Tropic Networks platform and its related products, including network design, planning and installation, operation and maintenance consulting, and evaluation and modeling of network architecture, as well as training and planned upgrades. It also provides Networks TRX-24000, a metro optical transport platform that delivers dense wavelength division multiplexing and optical add-drop multiplexing for a host of services in a package. The company offers metro-optimized network solution for carriers to plan, manage, and scale the MAN; and to address the need for bandwidth expansion, optical transport, wavelength identification, and wavelength management in regional and metropolitan-area optical networks. Its metro optical networking solution streamlines the underlying optical layer architecture of DWDM/ODAM networks. Tropic Networks, Inc. was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada.

Tropic Networks

Series B in 2001
Tropic Networks, Inc. designs, develops, and markets regional and metro-area optical networking equipment for telephony, data, and cable applications. The company offers Wavelength Tracker, an optical transport solution that leverages SONET/SDH familiarity to deliver optical layer intelligence; and various services for Tropic Networks platform and its related products, including network design, planning and installation, operation and maintenance consulting, and evaluation and modeling of network architecture, as well as training and planned upgrades. It also provides Networks TRX-24000, a metro optical transport platform that delivers dense wavelength division multiplexing and optical add-drop multiplexing for a host of services in a package. The company offers metro-optimized network solution for carriers to plan, manage, and scale the MAN; and to address the need for bandwidth expansion, optical transport, wavelength identification, and wavelength management in regional and metropolitan-area optical networks. Its metro optical networking solution streamlines the underlying optical layer architecture of DWDM/ODAM networks. Tropic Networks, Inc. was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada.

March Networks

Venture Round in 2000
March Networks As a leading provider of IP video software and systems, They work with certified partners and customers worldwide to transform video into usable business intelligence. They give them the tools they need to enhance security, mitigate risk, and reduce losses from theft and fraud. They then deliver on the true power of video with integrated applications that let them see what’s happening in their organization, and make informed decisions to improve performance and profitability.

Tropic Networks

Series A in 2000
Tropic Networks, Inc. designs, develops, and markets regional and metro-area optical networking equipment for telephony, data, and cable applications. The company offers Wavelength Tracker, an optical transport solution that leverages SONET/SDH familiarity to deliver optical layer intelligence; and various services for Tropic Networks platform and its related products, including network design, planning and installation, operation and maintenance consulting, and evaluation and modeling of network architecture, as well as training and planned upgrades. It also provides Networks TRX-24000, a metro optical transport platform that delivers dense wavelength division multiplexing and optical add-drop multiplexing for a host of services in a package. The company offers metro-optimized network solution for carriers to plan, manage, and scale the MAN; and to address the need for bandwidth expansion, optical transport, wavelength identification, and wavelength management in regional and metropolitan-area optical networks. Its metro optical networking solution streamlines the underlying optical layer architecture of DWDM/ODAM networks. Tropic Networks, Inc. was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada.

Protus IP Solutions

Venture Round in 1999
Protus IP Solutions, Inc. provides software-as-a-service communication tools for small to medium businesses and enterprise organizations. The company offers Internet fax, virtual PBX, and email marketing services. Additionally, it provides fax and voice broadcast services. The company markets its products under MyFax, my1voice, Campaigner, and CampaignerPro brand names. It caters to finance, insurance, real estate, healthcare, and transportation, and government sectors. Protus IP Solutions, Inc. was founded in 1997 and is based in Ottawa, Canada. As of December 6, 2010, Protus IP Solutions, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of j2 Global Communications, Inc.
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