Fasken

Fasken is a prominent Canadian law firm that was established in 1862 and is headquartered in Toronto. With over 700 lawyers and ten offices across four continents, Fasken offers a comprehensive range of legal services. Its practice areas encompass competition and marketing, corporate finance, corporate social responsibility, estate planning, government relations, indigenous law, and investment management. The firm serves a diverse clientele, providing legal expertise to sectors including cannabis, construction, energy, financial services, healthcare, infrastructure, insurance, life sciences, and real estate.

Peter Ascherl

Partner

Simon Bisson

Partner

Michel Boislard

Partner

Sylvie Bourdeau

Partner and Co-Leader, Life Sciences

Andrea Centa

Partner

Enoch Chang JD

Partner

Paul Fornazzari

Partner

John Grieve

Partner

Michael Hobkirk JD

Associate

Paul Khoury

Associate

Alexandra Lazar

Partner

Jay Lefton

Partner

Eliot Mathieu-Proteau

Associate

Grant McGlaughlin

Partner and Co-leader of the Private Equity Group

Marie-Josee Neveu

Partner

Douglas New JD

Partner

Neil Smiley

Partner

Kadiatou Sow

Partner

Andre Turmel

Partner

Shanlee von Vegesack JD

Partner

Kareen Zimmer

Partner

3 past transactions

Cycle Momentum

Grant in 2023
Cycle Momentum is a Montreal-based accelerator established in 2014 that focuses on supporting cleantech startups. It is dedicated to working with entrepreneurs who develop and commercialize innovative clean technologies, aiming to cultivate globally competitive companies. The accelerator provides a tailored program that includes training workshops, networking opportunities, and access to experienced mentors. Additionally, Cycle Momentum connects these startups with investors to enhance their growth potential. By concentrating on seed-stage, early-stage, and later-stage companies, particularly in B2B, commercial transportation, energy, and cleantech sectors, Cycle Momentum plays a crucial role in fostering the development of promising Canadian ventures in the clean technology arena.

Pro Bono Ontario

Grant in 2019
Pro Bono Ontario (PBO) bridges the gap between lawyers who want to donate their services and low-income Ontarians who cannot afford a lawyer or qualify for legal aid.

Asmacure Ltée

Series A in 2007
Asmacure Ltée is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Quebec City, Canada, focused on developing proprietary compounds that target cholinergic receptors to address inflammation in pulmonary airway diseases. Established in 2002 by Dr. Yvon Cormier and Dr. Evelyne Israel-Assayag, the company’s lead product, ASM-024, is designed for the treatment of moderate asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This compound features a novel multi-functional mechanism that encompasses anti-inflammation, bronchoprotection, and smooth muscle relaxation. ASM-024 has undergone clinical evaluation, demonstrating significant effects on lung function in phase 2 trials. The formulation is being developed as a dry powder for inhalation, which is expected to enhance lung deposition and optimize dosing for patients. As of 2015, Asmacure operates as a subsidiary of Odan Laboratories Ltd.
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