Investissement Quebec

Investissement Québec is a financial institution established in 1998, dedicated to supporting economic growth in the province of Québec. It serves as both a consulting and financing partner for businesses seeking to expand or establish operations in the region. The organization offers a range of financial assistance and solutions tailored to the needs of corporations, facilitating their investment projects and helping to foster a favorable business environment. By combining the roles of a financial institution and an economic development agency, Investissement Québec aims to promote sustainable economic development and drive innovation within the province.

Sébastian Boisjoly

Vice President of Venture Capital and Investment funds

Pierre Gabriel Cote

President and Chief Executive Officer

Xavier Kato

Investment Director

Guy LeBlanc

Chief Executive Officer

Bicha Ngo

Senior Executive Vice President of Private Equity

Christian Settano

Senior Executive Vice President of Finance, Risk Management and Information Technology

Past deals in Metals and Mining

Founded in 1973, Les Produits métalliques A.T. specializes in manufacturing snow removal equipment. The Matane-based company has some 40 employees.

Imperial Mining Group

Grant in 2021
Imperial Mining Group Ltd. operates as a mineral exploration company in Canada. The company primarily explores for copper-zinc, gold, scandium-niobium-tantalum, and silver deposits. The company holds interests in the Crater Lake project comprising 96 contiguous claims covering an area of 47 square kilometers located to the northeast of Schefferville, Quebec; and the Opawica project, which includes 42 contiguous mining titles in Gand and Lespérance townships covering an area of 23.45 square kilometers situated to the east of Desmaraisville in the Chibougamau mining camp. It also holds interests in the Carheil property comprising 100 contiguous claims covering an area of approximately 46.47 square kilometers; and the Brouillan property, which includes 13 claims covering a surface area of approximately 7.22 square kilometers located in the north of the town of La Sarre. In addition, the company holds an interest in the La Ronciere project, which consists of 45 mining claims covering an area of 25.1 square kilometers in Gand and La Roncière townships. Imperial Mining Group Ltd. is based in Montreal, Canada.

Geomega Resources

Debt Financing in 2020
GéoMégA, which owns 100% of both the Montviel lanthanides/niobium project and the Anik gold exploration project, is a mineral exploration and development company focused on the discovery and sustainable development of economic deposits in Québec. GéoMégA is committed to meeting Canadian mining industry standards and distinguishing itself with its innovative engineering, stakeholder’s engagement and its dedication to local transformation benefits.

Nouveau Monde Graphite

Debt Financing in 2020
Nouveau Monde Graphite Inc. is focused on the acquisition, exploration, evaluation, and development of mineral properties, primarily targeting graphite in Quebec, Canada. The company holds a 100% interest in the Matawinie property, which encompasses 319 mining claims over an area of 17,585 hectares located north of Montreal. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Saint-Michel-des-Saints, Nouveau Monde aims to operate with high environmental standards in one of the most mining-friendly jurisdictions in the world. The company is strategically positioning itself to serve the growing North American lithium-ion battery market by providing a local, environmentally responsible supply of natural graphite, which is seen as advantageous for battery manufacturers in the region.
Osisko Gold Royalties Ltd is a prominent intermediate precious metal royalty company based in North America, with a diverse portfolio comprising over 130 royalties, streams, and precious metal offtakes. The company's portfolio is primarily anchored by a 5% net smelter return royalty on the Canadian Malartic Mine, the largest gold mine in Canada. In addition to its royalty interests, Osisko holds stakes in several publicly traded resource companies, including Barkerville Gold Mines Ltd., Osisko Mining Inc., and Falco Resources Ltd. The company is engaged in acquiring and managing high-quality royalties and streams, as well as participating in future financing opportunities for various mining projects. Its operations are largely focused on North America, where it generates a significant portion of its income.

CIF Metal

Venture Round in 2020
CIF Metal is specialize in heavyweight, mid to large volume aluminum casting, using permanent and semi-permanent molds that are designed and manufactured in-house. High-quality. Cost-effective. The one-stop-shop experience you need.

Geomega Resources

Post in 2020
GéoMégA, which owns 100% of both the Montviel lanthanides/niobium project and the Anik gold exploration project, is a mineral exploration and development company focused on the discovery and sustainable development of economic deposits in Québec. GéoMégA is committed to meeting Canadian mining industry standards and distinguishing itself with its innovative engineering, stakeholder’s engagement and its dedication to local transformation benefits.

FjordAl Aluminum Inc

Grant in 2019
FjordAl Aluminium inc. produces premium quality aluminum rods for mechanical, welding, electrical and other applications, mainly in the metallurgical sector. Founded in 2017, FjordAl has about 20 employees at its Saguenay plant.

Nouveau Monde Graphite

Debt Financing in 2018
Nouveau Monde Graphite Inc. is focused on the acquisition, exploration, evaluation, and development of mineral properties, primarily targeting graphite in Quebec, Canada. The company holds a 100% interest in the Matawinie property, which encompasses 319 mining claims over an area of 17,585 hectares located north of Montreal. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Saint-Michel-des-Saints, Nouveau Monde aims to operate with high environmental standards in one of the most mining-friendly jurisdictions in the world. The company is strategically positioning itself to serve the growing North American lithium-ion battery market by providing a local, environmentally responsible supply of natural graphite, which is seen as advantageous for battery manufacturers in the region.

Alliance Magnesium

Funding Round in 2018
Alliance Magnesium Inc. specializes in the development of a patented electrolytic clean technology for producing magnesium from serpentine rock. Founded in 2003 and based in Brossard, Canada, the company aims to implement a sustainable approach by utilizing hydroelectricity as a clean energy source to extract magnesium from tailings. This innovative method distinguishes itself from traditional, energy-intensive processes predominantly used by magnesium producers, particularly in China, which are increasingly viewed as environmentally and economically unsustainable. Alliance Magnesium targets the automotive and aerospace industries, offering a more eco-friendly solution to meet the growing demand for magnesium.
Osisko Gold Royalties Ltd is a prominent intermediate precious metal royalty company based in North America, with a diverse portfolio comprising over 130 royalties, streams, and precious metal offtakes. The company's portfolio is primarily anchored by a 5% net smelter return royalty on the Canadian Malartic Mine, the largest gold mine in Canada. In addition to its royalty interests, Osisko holds stakes in several publicly traded resource companies, including Barkerville Gold Mines Ltd., Osisko Mining Inc., and Falco Resources Ltd. The company is engaged in acquiring and managing high-quality royalties and streams, as well as participating in future financing opportunities for various mining projects. Its operations are largely focused on North America, where it generates a significant portion of its income.
Osisko Gold Royalties Ltd is a prominent intermediate precious metal royalty company based in North America, with a diverse portfolio comprising over 130 royalties, streams, and precious metal offtakes. The company's portfolio is primarily anchored by a 5% net smelter return royalty on the Canadian Malartic Mine, the largest gold mine in Canada. In addition to its royalty interests, Osisko holds stakes in several publicly traded resource companies, including Barkerville Gold Mines Ltd., Osisko Mining Inc., and Falco Resources Ltd. The company is engaged in acquiring and managing high-quality royalties and streams, as well as participating in future financing opportunities for various mining projects. Its operations are largely focused on North America, where it generates a significant portion of its income.