Fonds de solidarité FTQ

Fonds de solidarité FTQ is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Montreal, Canada, with additional offices in Quebec. Established in 1983, the firm specializes in investing in small and medium-sized businesses across various sectors, including natural resources, aerospace, agri-food, life sciences, and culture. It primarily focuses on projects that require funding of $3 million or more and provides loans up to $2 million. The firm actively seeks investment opportunities in Quebec, particularly in regions such as Abitibi-Témiscamingue and Montérégie. Fonds de solidarité FTQ invests in a range of activities, including business succession, financial restructuring, and market development, while avoiding sectors like retail, real estate, and biotechnology. It typically engages in equity financing and unsecured debt with investment horizons ranging from five to ten years. The firm aims to support projects that positively impact the Quebec economy and often takes either minority or majority stakes in its portfolio companies.

Khalil Akrout

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Louis Aubuchon

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Hugo Bisaillon

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Jean-Philippe Boutet

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Guy Boutin

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Justin Brasier

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Olivier Brossard

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Janie Béïque

President and CEO

Nadia Di Chiara

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Pierre-Luc Cormier

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

François Saloff Coste

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Denis Cyr

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Serge Côtes

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Alain Denis

Senior Vice President, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Marie-Pierre Donati

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Amélie Dugas-Sampara

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Marc-André Faix

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Véronique Gagnon

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Danny Gagné

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Mickaël Galvani

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Geneviève Guertin

Vice President, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Martin Guestier

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Daniel Hinse

Vice President, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Philippe P. Huneault

Vice President, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Emmanuelle Héroux

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Patrice Jolivet

Vice President, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Dominic Lainesse

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Julien Laplante

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Youssef Lemgendez

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Benoit Leroux

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Raphaël Marcel

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Pierre-Jean Mathon

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Claudia O'Connor Messier

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Serge Michaud

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Véronique Missout

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Julie Morand

Vice President, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Martin Ostiguy

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Céline Palhol

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Nicolas du Parc

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Dany Pelletier

Executive Vice President, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Maxime Pesant

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Gilles Poulin

Vice President, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Julie Proulx

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Sophie Robillard

Vice President, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Florence Rozen

Scientific Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Dany Sarazin-Sullivan

Investment Manager

Sébastien Sauvageau

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Benoit Tétrault

Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing

Past deals in Natural Resources

Habitat

Venture Round in 2024
Habitat offers environmental services by delivering nature-based land-use solutions to create balanced and healthy ecosystems.

Groupe Crete

Venture Round in 2021
The Crête Group's activities are the results of a family-run company founded by Gérard Crête in 1949 and developed thereafter by his son Martin and his grandson Sébastien. For the past sixty years, their business, human and community relations have been defined by honesty, respect and integrity. It is understood that, despite its impressive track record, the Crête family knew how to stay humble and modest in spite of their numerous success that they willingly share with all of their partners that accompanied them during those years. Going over this site, you will discover the passionate story of this family native of the Mauricie, that, during many years, knew how to get out of a tricky situation in an unstable economy and an industry constantly restructuring. A family as determined as dynamic, constantly challenging their own company politics while always seeking excellence. The Crête family is in business for long! Groupe Crete's misssion is to remain a performing and flexible company of the Québec softwood transformation industry, a renewable ressource. By manufacturing products that are adapted to the needs of our customers. The company develops innovative products that are respectful of the environment, with the objective to generate value for the community, its customers, employees and shareholders.

Scandium Canada

Post in 2020
Scandium Canada is a Canadian exploration and deposit development company specializing in the extraction of copper-zinc, gold, and technology metals. The company's primary focus is on advancing its flagship Crater Lake project in Quebec, which is rich in scandium and rare earth elements. Additionally, Scandium Canada manages other projects such as La Ronciere and Opawica.

Amex Exploration

Post in 2019
Amex Exploration Inc. is a mining exploration company based in Montreal, Canada, focused on acquiring, exploring, and developing gold and base metal projects in Canada. The company holds significant interests in several properties, including the Perron gold project in Rouyn-Noranda, which encompasses 116 mining claims over 4,518 hectares. Additionally, Amex Exploration owns the Cameron property, Madeleine West property, Madeleine East property, and Pusticamica property, all located in Lebel-sur-Quévillon, Quebec. Furthermore, it holds interests in the Eastmain River North, Eastmain South, and Eastmain River Centre properties in the Eeyou Istchee Territory of Baie James, Quebec. The company also has an option to acquire the Gowan property in Timmins. Amex Exploration aims to develop viable gold and base metal deposits in mining-friendly jurisdictions, concentrating on exploration and evaluation as its primary operational segments.

Les Chantiers de Chibougamau ltée

Venture Round in 2019
Nordic Structures is the leading innovator in engineered wood products and mass timber construction. Its resource comes from responsibly managed lands within the regional boreal forest. Vertical integration, from forest to structure, bolstered by Nordic’s experienced design and development team, ensures consistent quality and unparalleled level of service.

Kintavar Exploration

Post in 2018
Kintavar Exploration Inc. is a natural resource corporation focused on the exploration and development of gold and base metal properties in Canada, particularly in Quebec. The company's flagship project is the Mitchi copper property, spanning approximately 30,000 hectares in the Grenville geological province. In addition to Mitchi, Kintavar holds interests in the Anik gold property, which consists of 120 claims covering 6,700 hectares southeast of Chapais, and the Riviere à l’aigle project, comprising 161 claims over 9,026 hectares in the Chapais-Chibougamau region. The company aims to identify and acquire underexplored properties in geologically favorable areas, primarily focusing on the Abitibi gold district and the Grenville geological province. Kintavar Exploration is headquartered in Boucherville, Canada.

Sphinx Resources

Post in 2018
Sphinx Resources Ltd. is a mineral exploration company based in Montreal, Canada, focusing on the acquisition, exploration, and development of mineral properties. The company targets various deposits, primarily zinc, copper, nickel, lead, palladium, platinum, gold, and silver. Sphinx holds 100% interests in several projects, including the Calumet-Sud project, which consists of 21 claims over 12.14 square kilometers, and the Green Palladium project, covering 41 square kilometers with 74 claims. Additional projects include Tessouat, Tessouat-Sud, Obwondiag, Soufflot, and Patrie, all located in southwestern Quebec. Sphinx also has an option to acquire a 100% interest in the Calumet-Nord project situated in the Proterozoic volcanic belt of l’Île-du-Grand-Calumet. The company aims to generate or acquire quality exploration projects with a focus on social acceptability and low-cost exploration, taking advantage of Quebec's reputation as an attractive mining jurisdiction. Originally known as Donner Metals Ltd., Sphinx Resources Ltd. was rebranded in October 2014 and has been operational since its incorporation in 2005.

Coopérative Forestière De Petit Paris

Private Equity Round in 2017
Coopérative Forestière de Petit Paris is a forest cooperative dedicated to providing comprehensive forestry services while ensuring employment for its members. The organization engages in a variety of activities, including reforestation, stand clearing, and field preparation. It also focuses on the supply and processing of timber, as well as the construction and maintenance of forest roads. In addition to these services, the cooperative emphasizes the sustainable use of forest resources for energy purposes, ensuring the production of quality timber for various industries. Through its integrated approach, Coopérative Forestière de Petit Paris aims to enhance the value of forest products while supporting local employment and environmental stewardship.

Cartier Resources

Convertible Note in 2016
Cartier Resources Inc. is a Canadian exploration company focused on the acquisition and exploration of mining properties, primarily targeting gold deposits. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Val-d'Or, Quebec, the company operates within the prolific Abitibi Gold Belt. Its flagship project is the Chimo mine property, located east of Val-d'Or. In addition to Chimo, Cartier Resources holds several other projects, including Benoist, Fenton, Wilson, Cadillac Extension, Dollier, and MacCormack, all aimed at discovering and developing valuable mineral resources.

Falco Resources

Post in 2015
Falco Resources is a Canadian junior resource exploration company focused on acquiring and exploring mineral properties. Established in 2010 and headquartered in Montreal, the company primarily operates in the Rouyn-Noranda mining camp in Quebec, where it owns approximately 74,000 hectares of land. Falco's key asset is the Horne 5 Project, located within the former Horne mine. The company specializes in exploring for base and precious metals, including gold, zinc, copper, and silver deposits. Falco Resources has employed advanced digitization and data mining techniques to analyze historical data, leading to significant discoveries such as the Horne 5 deposit.

Cartier Resources

Post in 2015
Cartier Resources Inc. is a Canadian exploration company focused on the acquisition and exploration of mining properties, primarily targeting gold deposits. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Val-d'Or, Quebec, the company operates within the prolific Abitibi Gold Belt. Its flagship project is the Chimo mine property, located east of Val-d'Or. In addition to Chimo, Cartier Resources holds several other projects, including Benoist, Fenton, Wilson, Cadillac Extension, Dollier, and MacCormack, all aimed at discovering and developing valuable mineral resources.

Sphinx Resources

Post in 2014
Sphinx Resources Ltd. is a mineral exploration company based in Montreal, Canada, focusing on the acquisition, exploration, and development of mineral properties. The company targets various deposits, primarily zinc, copper, nickel, lead, palladium, platinum, gold, and silver. Sphinx holds 100% interests in several projects, including the Calumet-Sud project, which consists of 21 claims over 12.14 square kilometers, and the Green Palladium project, covering 41 square kilometers with 74 claims. Additional projects include Tessouat, Tessouat-Sud, Obwondiag, Soufflot, and Patrie, all located in southwestern Quebec. Sphinx also has an option to acquire a 100% interest in the Calumet-Nord project situated in the Proterozoic volcanic belt of l’Île-du-Grand-Calumet. The company aims to generate or acquire quality exploration projects with a focus on social acceptability and low-cost exploration, taking advantage of Quebec's reputation as an attractive mining jurisdiction. Originally known as Donner Metals Ltd., Sphinx Resources Ltd. was rebranded in October 2014 and has been operational since its incorporation in 2005.

Les Chantiers de Chibougamau ltée

Debt Financing in 2011
Nordic Structures is the leading innovator in engineered wood products and mass timber construction. Its resource comes from responsibly managed lands within the regional boreal forest. Vertical integration, from forest to structure, bolstered by Nordic’s experienced design and development team, ensures consistent quality and unparalleled level of service.

Cartier Resources

Post in 2010
Cartier Resources Inc. is a Canadian exploration company focused on the acquisition and exploration of mining properties, primarily targeting gold deposits. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Val-d'Or, Quebec, the company operates within the prolific Abitibi Gold Belt. Its flagship project is the Chimo mine property, located east of Val-d'Or. In addition to Chimo, Cartier Resources holds several other projects, including Benoist, Fenton, Wilson, Cadillac Extension, Dollier, and MacCormack, all aimed at discovering and developing valuable mineral resources.

Cartier Resources

Post in 2009
Cartier Resources Inc. is a Canadian exploration company focused on the acquisition and exploration of mining properties, primarily targeting gold deposits. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Val-d'Or, Quebec, the company operates within the prolific Abitibi Gold Belt. Its flagship project is the Chimo mine property, located east of Val-d'Or. In addition to Chimo, Cartier Resources holds several other projects, including Benoist, Fenton, Wilson, Cadillac Extension, Dollier, and MacCormack, all aimed at discovering and developing valuable mineral resources.

Lysac Technologies

Venture Round in 2004
Lysac Technologies Inc. is a Canadian company focused on the development of advanced superabsorbent materials that are both consumer-safe and environmentally friendly. The company specializes in creating Safe and Natural Absorbent Polymers (SNAPs) derived from natural, renewable resources. These innovative polymers are designed to hold a significant amount of liquid relative to their mass, making them suitable for various applications. Lysac Technologies' products can be utilized in personal hygiene items, food pads, disposable medical products, chemical spill control, and telecommunications. By offering hypoallergenic, biodegradable, and food-grade absorbent solutions, the company aims to help producers minimize their environmental impact while enhancing the safety of their products.
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