Kanata Ventures
Kanata Ventures is a Toronto-based venture capital firm established in 2020, specializing in investments in B2B scaleups from emerging markets that are poised to expand into North America. The firm focuses on early-stage investments, ranging from pre-seed to Series A, and is dedicated to supporting founders by refining their business strategies, establishing a market presence, and securing initial B2B customers in North America. By facilitating local market validation, Kanata Ventures prepares these companies for subsequent funding rounds with North American co-investors. Additionally, the firm collaborates with international partners and investors to cultivate a robust pipeline of opportunities, attracting talented global founder teams to Canada and mitigating the risks associated with market entry in North America.
3 past transactions
The Owl
Seed Round in 2023
The Owl is a developer of a cloud-based data analytics and visualization platform tailored for supply chain professionals. The company’s platform seamlessly integrates with existing data sources, such as Enterprise Resource Planning systems, allowing users to monitor, detect, and rectify performance anomalies effectively. Designed for ease of use, the platform provides actionable insights within minutes, enabling manufacturing and distribution companies to enhance supplier performance, improve inventory turnover, and elevate customer service levels. Implementation is swift, typically completed in weeks, making it a turnkey solution for businesses seeking to optimize their supply chain operations.
Linda Lifetech
Seed Round in 2023
Linda Lifetech is a Canadian startup focused on early breast cancer detection through an innovative platform that employs artificial intelligence. The company has developed a non-invasive imaging device that allows healthcare professionals to identify early-stage breast lesions without the use of radiation or physical contact with patients. This technology is designed to enable women to monitor their health proactively and seek immediate evaluation for any abnormalities. Currently, Linda Lifetech operates in over ten cities in Brazil, providing its services to more than three million women, thus making early breast cancer detection accessible to a broader population.
The Talent Games
Seed Round in 2022
The Talent Games is a company that specializes in gamified talent assessment software aimed at enhancing the candidate experience in recruitment. By integrating gamification principles with artificial intelligence and neuroscience, the company has transformed traditional HR processes. Its proprietary game engine allows for accurate pre-screening and evaluation of candidates' cognitive abilities, aptitudes, and behaviors during gameplay. This innovative approach enables organizations to engage effectively with millennial and Gen-Z talent, thereby expanding their talent pools and reducing candidate drop-off rates. By offering a more engaging and enjoyable alternative to conventional recruiting methods, The Talent Games helps companies improve their hiring outcomes and foster productive workplaces.
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