Aircraft Pictures
Acquisition in 2022
Aircraft Pictures is an independent production company specializing in film, television, and digital media. It focuses on creating scripted content aimed at children, families, and young adults. The company is involved in financing and producing a diverse range of live-action and animated projects across multiple platforms, including independent feature films, television series, and digital-first productions. Aircraft Pictures aims to reach an international audience through its engaging content tailored to various demographic segments.
Struum is an innovative platform that offers viewers access to thousands of shows and movies from over 60 streaming services through a single monthly subscription. By acting as an aggregator, Struum simplifies the streaming experience, allowing users to search for, discover, and redeem content using a credit system. The platform boasts a diverse array of programming, including documentaries, indie films, lifestyle series, classic films, true crime, LGBTQ+, and multicultural content, catering to a wide range of interests and preferences. Struum aims to enhance the viewing experience by enabling seamless access to beloved TV shows and movies, keeping audiences entertained and informed.
Kin Community
Series D in 2016
Kin is a lifestyle entertainment company that develops, creates and distributes lifestyle entertainment in all forms and across all platforms for women in the “Builder” stage of their lives.
Shaw Media
Acquisition in 2016
Shaw Media is the television broadcasting division of Shaw Communications, primarily focused on delivering a diverse range of content through its Global Television Network, which operates 11 television stations across Canada. In addition to its flagship network, Shaw Media offers various specialty channels, including Slice, HGTV Canada, Showcase, Food Network Canada, and History. The company also maintains a robust presence in print media, operating a newspaper chain that includes 11 daily newspapers, 35 community newspapers, and a news website dedicated to Canadian news coverage. This combination of television and print media enables Shaw Media to reach a wide audience, providing entertainment, information, and news across multiple platforms.
Execution Labs
Series A in 2014
Execution Labs Inc. is a Montreal-based company founded in 2012 that invests in small to medium-sized independent game studios across the Americas and Europe. The company specializes in supporting developers of downloadable titles for mobile devices, PCs, and consoles. Initially operating as a hybrid incubator and accelerator, Execution Labs has transitioned to a model focused on providing hands-on guidance and resources to a network of established studios rather than seeking new investments. By leveraging the expertise of a dedicated in-house team and volunteer mentors, the company aims to enhance the entrepreneurial skills of game developers, thereby fostering their growth as business leaders in the competitive gaming industry.
Kin Community
Series C in 2014
Kin is a lifestyle entertainment company that develops, creates and distributes lifestyle entertainment in all forms and across all platforms for women in the “Builder” stage of their lives.
Fingerprint
Series B in 2014
Fingerprint is a mobile technology company that develops, operates, and licenses subscription content services for children in Education and Entertainment on an enterprise and direct to consumer basis. The company's content library includes over 4000 premium Apps, Games, Books, and Videos licensed from over 350 developer partners in 60 countries. Fingerprint's platform solution has been deployed across a range of customers including Samsung US, Samsung SE Asia, Verizon, Astro Malaysia, Sylvan Learning Center, Excelligence Learning, Highlights for Children and more.
BeMused Network
Seed Round in 2013
BeMused Network is an online service platform that connects individuals with the local performing and literary arts scene, primarily in Toronto. The platform serves as both an interactive discovery tool and a knowledge network, providing users with easy access to live performances and opportunities to engage with the performing arts community. Audience members can quickly discover events and purchase tickets, while artists can utilize services to enhance their visibility among local audiences and promoters. Venue owners can also benefit from the platform by finding artists to showcase and effectively promoting their events. BeMused Network aims to streamline the experience for all participants in the arts community, encouraging connections and fostering a vibrant cultural atmosphere.
Wondereur
Seed Round in 2013
Wondereur Inc. is a digital art platform based in Toronto, Canada, founded in 2012. The company offers the Wondereur application for iPad and iPhone, which allows contemporary artists to share personal narratives and insights about their creative processes. Additionally, the platform features photojournalists who document artists' daily lives with visually striking imagery from studios and urban environments. Wondereur also aids curators in identifying emerging talent and acquiring art at favorable prices. The platform provides real-time intelligence on the art market, analyzing various factors that influence an artist's long-term market value, including endorsements from galleries, publications, and prevailing art movements. This analysis results in intelligent indices that suggest price ranges and projected growth rates for contemporary artworks, serving customers across Europe, Asia, the United States, and Canada.
Magnify Digital
Seed Round in 2013
Magnify Digital is a boutique strategy agency located in Vancouver, Canada, that specializes in helping businesses establish impactful online and mobile profiles. The agency offers a range of services designed to assist clients in forming a purposeful online presence. This includes the development of audience engagement analytics systems that facilitate the creation, implementation, and monitoring of effective online strategies. Magnify Digital also provides digital marketing solutions such as programmatic advertising, social media campaign management, and comprehensive campaign performance analytics. By focusing on these areas, the agency enables clients to effectively connect with their target audiences and optimize their marketing processes, serving a diverse clientele from Toronto to Dubai.
Fingerprint
Venture Round in 2012
Fingerprint is a mobile technology company that develops, operates, and licenses subscription content services for children in Education and Entertainment on an enterprise and direct to consumer basis. The company's content library includes over 4000 premium Apps, Games, Books, and Videos licensed from over 350 developer partners in 60 countries. Fingerprint's platform solution has been deployed across a range of customers including Samsung US, Samsung SE Asia, Verizon, Astro Malaysia, Sylvan Learning Center, Excelligence Learning, Highlights for Children and more.
B5media
Venture Round in 2011
B5Media is a prominent global lifestyle publisher that operates a digital content network focusing on various aspects of women's lives. The company publishes engaging websites dedicated to fashion, beauty, wellness, career, relationships, parenting, and entertainment. By fostering authentic dialogue between its editorial teams and readers, B5Media distinguishes itself in a crowded media landscape through its commitment to honesty and relatable content. Each site features a dedicated editorial team that produces original content daily, while actively engaging with readers who inspire and challenge the narratives presented. B5Media caters to a diverse audience of smart and loyal female consumers, reaching millions each month and redefining traditional women's media.