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Maple Bridge Ventures

Rolling pitches for immigrant-founded Canadian startups.

Ottawa, ON, Canada

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Description

Maple Bridge Ventures is a specialized venture capital firm headquartered in Toronto, Ontario. Founded by partners with deep roots in both the North American and international tech ecosystems, the firm focuses on "bridging" high-potential immigrant founders to the Canadian and U.S. markets. 
  • Seed & Series A: Maple Bridge primarily targets early-stage startups that have moved past the initial prototype phase.
  • Market Entry: They specialize in companies that have found initial product-market fit and are now seeking capital to scale their operations across North America. 
  • Method: Founders can engage the firm via the Maple Bridge Ventures website or through professional referrals.
  • Founder Profile: The firm explicitly looks for immigrant entrepreneurs—founders who have relocated to Canada or the U.S. and possess a unique global perspective combined with technical grit.
  • Materials: A pitch deck focusing on the "bridge" opportunity—how the startup leverages international talent or markets to win in North America—is essential.
  • Rolling Basis: Maple Bridge Ventures evaluates and invests in companies on a rolling basis year-round.
  • Collision 2026: The firm is traditionally active during the Collision Conference (Toronto, June 2026), where they host events for immigrant founders. 

Eligibility

  • Geography: Headquartered in Canada, but invests in startups across North America.
  • Sectors: Core activity in B2B SaaS, FinTech, AI, and HealthTech.
  • Immigrant Component: Preference for teams where at least one key founder is an immigrant, or the company is utilizing a global-first business model. 

Process

  1. Founder-Centric Vetting: Initial reviews focus on the unique background and resilience of the founding team.
  2. Strategic Diligence: A 4–6 week evaluation process that assesses the startup's ability to navigate cross-border regulatory and cultural landscapes.
  3. The "Bridge" Support: Post-investment, the firm provides hands-on assistance with North American go-to-market (GTM) strategies, local hiring, and follow-on fundraising.

What an Applicant can Obtain

  • Cross-Border Capital: Access to funding designed to support international scaling and market entry.
  • Cultural & Operational Mentorship: Guidance on adapting business models for the North American market while maintaining global efficiency.
  • Strategic Network: Introductions to a curated network of immigrant CEOs and industry leaders who have successfully scaled cross-border ventures.