Island Capital Partners is an early-stage venture capital fund based in Charlottetown, Canada, established in 2017. The firm focuses on investing in high-growth potential entrepreneurs and startups located in Prince Edward Island. By supporting local businesses, Island Capital Partners aims to foster innovation and drive economic development within the region.

AutoCanada is a prominent multi-location automobile dealership group in Canada, operating 53 franchised dealerships with a total of 60 franchises across eight provinces. The company employs over 3,700 individuals and specializes in the sale of both new and used vehicles. AutoCanada offers a diverse range of brands, including Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, Chevrolet, GMC, Buick, Cadillac, Infiniti, Nissan, Hyundai, Subaru, Mitsubishi, Audi, Volkswagen, BMW, and MINI. In addition to vehicle sales, the company provides spare parts, maintenance services, and customer financing. The majority of its revenue is generated from the sale of used vehicles, with a significant portion of its operations and revenue derived from the Canadian market.

Incline Equity Partners, established in 2011 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a private investment firm focusing on lower middle-market growth companies in the United States and Canada. The firm invests in companies with enterprise values ranging from $25 million to $100 million, targeting sectors such as specialized light manufacturing, business services, healthcare services, and consumer durables. Incline Equity Partners manages multiple private equity funds, including Incline Equity Partners III and IV, and continues to manage the portfolio of its predecessor funds, PNC Equity Partners I and II.

Industrial Alliance Insurance and Financial Services, founded in 1892, is a prominent Canadian insurance company that provides a wide array of financial products and services. These offerings include life and health insurance, savings and retirement plans, mutual and segregated funds, auto and home insurance, as well as mortgages and car loans. The company manages over $126 billion in assets and operates across various segments, including Insurance Canada, Individual Wealth Management, Investment, Corporate, and U.S. Operations. With a focus on conservative investment strategies and robust risk management, Industrial Alliance maintains financial stability, allowing it to adapt to changing economic conditions while delivering value to its clients in Canada and the United States.

Sverica Capital Partners V, managed by Sverica Capital Management, is a Boston-based private equity fund focused on lower middle market buyouts. Established in 2001, the firm targets companies in the technology, media, and telecom (TMT), SaaS, information technology, business products and services, healthcare, and high value industrial sectors. Sverica invests in companies with an enterprise value less than $100 million and EBITDA greater than $3 million, typically seeking majority ownership and board representation. The firm aligns with management teams, providing resources and guidance to drive profitable growth.

PetSmart Charities and its Canadian counterpart are nonprofit organizations dedicated to animal welfare, aiming to create a world where every pet has a loving, permanent home. They successfully facilitate the adoption of over 400,000 dogs and cats annually through their extensive adoption programs at PetSmart stores and various sponsored events. As a leading contributor in North America for funding initiatives directed at aiding pets, PetSmart Charities prioritizes financial support for spay and neuter services. This focus addresses the critical issue of pet overpopulation, helping communities manage and reduce the number of homeless animals.

The National Science Foundation (NSF) is an independent federal agency established in 1950 and based in Alexandria, Virginia. It is dedicated to supporting research and education in science and engineering across a wide range of disciplines. The NSF provides significant non-dilutive funding, up to $1.5 million, to startups and small businesses through its America's Seed Fund initiative, which is part of the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program mandated by Congress. With an operating budget of approximately $7.8 billion, the NSF is committed to advancing fundamental research and education, thus fostering innovation and technological development in the United States.

Northern Private Capital (NPC) specializes in making equity investments ranging from $10 to $50 million, targeting growth companies in North America and the UK. The firm seeks to invest in businesses with strong management teams and innovative, proprietary technologies across various industries. Currently, NPC operates through its Partnership Fund I and serves as an investment vehicle for CFFI Ventures.

Spark Power Group Inc. is a North American provider of electrical power services, offering a range of solutions across various sectors, including industrial, commercial, and institutional markets. The company operates through three primary segments: Technical Services, Renewables, and Sustainability Solutions. The Technical Services segment delivers low and high-voltage technical services, including electrical contracting, control panel design, industrial automation, and equipment installation. The Renewables segment focuses on operations and maintenance for solar, wind, and battery energy storage systems. Additionally, the Sustainability Solutions segment provides integrated power solutions, community power initiatives, and asset management services. Spark Power serves approximately 6,500 customers, including municipalities, universities, schools, and hospitals, and has established a presence in both the United States and Canada. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Oakville, Canada, Spark Power is dedicated to optimizing electrical systems and supporting energy transition efforts.

East Valley Ventures Inc. is a venture capital firm and accelerator based in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada, established in 2011. The firm specializes in early-stage investments, focusing primarily on the technology sector, particularly information and communications technology. East Valley aims to support and transform innovative ideas into successful technology companies by investing in passionate founders based in Atlantic Canada. Through its investments, East Valley fosters the development of meaningful and enduring businesses, contributing to the growth of the regional entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan (OTPP) is a private, independent corporation established in 1917 to administer and invest the pension fund for active and retired teachers in Ontario. Headquartered in Toronto with additional offices globally, OTPP manages a diversified investment portfolio, including public equities, fixed income, and alternative investments such as real estate, infrastructure, and private equity. It invests in both domestic and international markets, employing strategies like bottom-up stock picking and absolute return for equity and fixed income portfolios respectively. OTPP's investment portfolio is well-balanced, with a significant portion allocated to alternative investments, reflecting its long-term investment horizon. As of 2008, it had over 284,000 active and retired members, with a total contribution of $2.3 billion received from teachers and the provincial government.

Build Ventures, established in 2013 and headquartered in Halifax, is a venture capital firm focused on investing in early-stage technology companies based in Atlantic Canada. The firm specializes in startup and seed round follow-on investments, typically ranging from CAD1 million to CAD5 million, with initial contributions often starting at CAD0.5 million. Build Ventures seeks to support innovative companies in sectors such as information technology, clean technology, and life sciences, providing not only capital but also operational and investment expertise to help founders build successful businesses.