Fonds régionaux de solidarité FTQ

Fonds régionaux de solidarité FTQ is a venture capital firm based in Brossard, Canada, that focuses on investing in companies within the technology, life sciences, and services sectors, primarily in the Montreal region of Quebec. The firm typically provides equity investments ranging from CAD 0.1 million to CAD 3 million per transaction. While it occasionally takes equity stakes in its portfolio companies, its primary approach involves offering loans to support business growth. As a subsidiary of Fonds de solidarité FTQ, the firm aims to foster local economic development by backing enterprises that contribute to the region's economic vitality.

Frédéric Bernard

Investment Director

Pierre-Pascal Giasson

Investment Director

Chantal Lapointe

Assistant Regional Director

Christine Perrault

Assistant Regional Director

Danielle Potvin

Investment Director

Peter Rayes

Regional VP

Past deals in Quebec

GCM Consultants

Private Equity Round in 2022
GCM Consultants has delivered, for over 25 years, high-performance engineering services through inspired resources who hail from industry. We execute capital projects between $0 and 200 M – studies, preliminary and detailed engineering, project and construction management. We offer technical services to our clients in the following industrial sectors: • Oil and gas production • Refining • Petrochemical • Mining and metallurgy • Pharma, Biotech and Food • Building and Data Center

Groupe Crete inc

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.

Novaxis Solutions

Venture Round in 2021
Novaxis Solutions is an internet company.

DMB Distribution Alimentaire

Venture Round in 2020
DMB Distribution Alimentaire specializes in the distribution of perishable goods to supermarkets and large grocery stores in Québec. The company operates a substantial fleet of trucks that facilitates efficient deliveries, ensuring timely access to essential products. In addition to its transportation services, DMB Distribution Alimentaire provides warehousing solutions at its own facilities, allowing clients to benefit from secure and cost-effective storage options. This comprehensive approach supports the logistical needs of its customers, enhancing the overall supply chain for food distribution in the region.

Préverco inc

Venture Round in 2020
Preverco is an industry leading manufacturer of high-end hardwood flooring, offering the widest variety of species, colors, widths and grades, as well as the highest-quality finishes available. Preverco also offers a quality warranty for its superior products, as well as floor maintenance products to protect customers'​ investments. Its reputation for excellent customer service, continuous quality and dependable delivery is impeccable in the industry.

Léopold Bouchard

Venture Round in 2020
Léopold Bouchard is specialized initially in heating, plumbing, and electricity.

Deco-Rampe

Venture Round in 2020
Déco-Rampe is the specialist in railings, ramps, and fences in Quebec. We offer you a wide choice of high-end models requiring very little maintenance. All our products are technically and aesthetically superior. Our avant-garde product allows us to guarantee your satisfaction

Umano Medical

Venture Round in 2020
Umano Medical designs manufacture and markets innovative medical equipment. The company also stands out for its attentiveness to healthcare professionals, its proactive service, and its engaged team.

Probewell

Venture Round in 2020
Probewell Lab Inc. designs, manufactures, and sells measurement instruments for the power utilities. It offers site testers, meter testers, and accessories, such as magnetic optical pickup, metercam disk sensors, optical pickup, focus adapters, magnetic adapters, and quick release latches. The company also develops NTDataOne, a software that allows to import the stored test results from the handheld remote to a PC as a CSV text file and Probewell Connect, a USB device included with NTDataOne software, which allows to connect the handheld remote to a PC. Probewell Lab Inc. was founded in 1994 and is based in Québec, Canada.

Composites Vci

Venture Round in 2018
Composites Vci is a transportation environmental consulting company located in Saint-lin-laurentides.

Produits Belt-Tech inc

Venture Round in 2018
Belt-Tech Products Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, and supplies webbings for OEM manufacturers in Canada, the United States, and Mexico. It offers nylon and polyester seat belt webbings for cars, trucks, and aircraft, as well as other webbing products used in automobiles for air-bag and side curtain-bag tether straps, child seat belts, various pull straps, safety harnesses, cargo control netting, and anchors used in transport. The company provides military narrow fabrics for various field applications, such as military backpacks, helmet straps, parachutes, reinforcement webbing used in tents and awnings, and tarpaulins. It also offers nylon and polyester webbings for commercial and industrial requirements, including slings and anchors. Belt-Tech Products Inc. was formerly known as Stark Bros Ribbon Corporation and changed its name to Belt-Tech Products Inc. in June 2005. The company was founded in 1931 and is based in Granby, Canada. Belt-Tech Products Inc. operates as a subsidiary of 9155-3164 Québec Inc.

Azimut Exploration

Post in 2016
Azimut Exploration Inc. engages in the acquisition, exploration, and evaluation of mineral properties in Canada. It explores for copper, gold, zinc, silver, cobalt, tungsten, rare earth elements, uranium, chromium, nickel, and platinum group elements. As at December 22, 2020, the company holds an exploration portfolio of twenty-eight exploration properties, comprising of 11,916 claims in the James Bay and Nunavik regions. The company is headquartered in Longueuil, Canada.

Fresche Solutions

Venture Round in 2016
Fresche Solutions Inc. is a legacy management company specializing in the modernization of business-critical applications. Founded in 1976 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with additional offices worldwide, the company offers a range of software solutions, including the X-Analysis suite for managing the IBM i lifecycle, iModernize for transforming AS/400 RPG and COBOL applications into modern architectures, and the Newlook suite focused on IBM i applications. Fresche also provides consulting and technical support services, along with tools for business intelligence and application modernization. Their services encompass planning and analysis, ongoing application support, and project management, allowing clients to navigate the complexities of IT modernization while reducing operational costs. With a commitment to client satisfaction and a proven track record, Fresche serves a diverse international clientele, helping organizations future-proof their IT strategies. The company was previously known as Fresche Legacy Inc. and rebranded in April 2017.

Falco Resources

Post in 2015
Falco Resources Ltd. engages in the exploration, development, and evaluation of mineral properties in Canada. The company explores for base and precious metals, such as gold, zinc, copper, and silver deposits. It owns mining claims and contractual rights in relation to mining concessions covering approximately 70,000 hectares of land in the Rouyn-Noranda mining camp located in the Province of Québec. Its principal asset is the Horne 5 Project located in the former Horne mine. The company was formerly known as Falco Pacific Resource Group Inc. and changed its name to Falco Resources Ltd. in July 2014. Falco Resources Ltd. was incorporated in 2010 and is headquartered in Montreal, Canada.

Réfrigération Air C

Venture Round in 2015
Réfrigération Air C designs and installs commercial refrigeration, air conditioning, ventilation, heating, and geothermal energy systems. The company was founded in 1997 and is based in Rimouski, Canada.

Acier Québec Maritimes

Pre Seed Round in 2015
Acier Québec Maritimes distributes ferrous metals. (steel) and non-ferrous (aluminum, stainless steel, brass, etc.). The company also offers the transformation of sheet and profile products, as well as the transformation of reinforcing steel for formwork and foundation works.

Sphinx Resources

Post in 2014
Sphinx is engaged in the generation and acquisition of exploration projects in Québec and Canada which is recognized as an attractive mining jurisdiction worldwide.

ASDR Fabrication

Venture Round in 2014
Founded in 2006, ASDR quickly built itself a solid reputation in the marketplace, particularly in its ability to deliver turnkey projects. We offer our customers a unique combination of Engineering and Project Management, Water Treatment solutions, Industrial Operation and Maintenance Services and Manufacturing capabilities. This is complemented by our technologies and equipment for dredging, water treatment and sludge dewatering, as well as our manufacturing and maintenance workshops. Our solutions cover the full range of the project life cycle, from laboratory and pilot testing, to manufacturing, commissioning, operation and maintenance.

Monarques Gold

Post in 2014
Monarques Gold Corporation (TSX-V: MQR) is an emerging gold producer whose goal is to continue to grow through its strong position in the North American quality project portfolio located in the Abitibi mining camp in Quebec, Canada. The Company currently holds more than 240 km² of gold properties including the Beaufor Mine, the Croinor Gold and Wasamac Advanced Projects, the Camflo and Beacon Mills, and six promising exploration projects. It also offers contract machining services from its Camflo plant with a capacity of 1,200 tonnes per day.

Groupe Technosub inc

Venture Round in 2011
At Technosub, our mission is to provide the best pumping and dewatering solution with the fastest delivery time in the business. We are specialized in the manufacture, distribution and repair of pumps specifically designed for the mining industry. With over 30 years of expertise in the field and the biggest pump manufacture in Canada, we have built our reputation with the high quality of our products and engineering solutions. Our passionate, innovative and dynamic team constantly pushes the limits to redefine the standard of “dewatering”

Cartier Resources

Post in 2010
Cartier Resources Inc. is an exploration company dedicated to the acquisition and exploration of mining properties in Canada, particularly focusing on gold deposits. The company operates primarily within the Abitibi Gold Belt, a region known for its rich mineral resources, and its flagship project is the Chimo mine property located near Val-d'Or, Quebec. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Val-d'Or, Cartier Resources also manages several other projects, including Benoist, Fenton, Wilson, Cadillac Extension, Dollier, and MacCormack. Through these initiatives, the company aims to identify and develop significant gold resources in a region renowned for its mining potential.