Fonds de solidarité FTQ
Fonds de solidarité FTQ is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Montreal, Canada, with additional offices in Quebec. Established in 1983, the firm specializes in investing in small and medium-sized businesses across various sectors, including natural resources, aerospace, agri-food, life sciences, and culture. It primarily focuses on projects that require funding of $3 million or more and provides loans up to $2 million. The firm actively seeks investment opportunities in Quebec, particularly in regions such as Abitibi-Témiscamingue and Montérégie. Fonds de solidarité FTQ invests in a range of activities, including business succession, financial restructuring, and market development, while avoiding sectors like retail, real estate, and biotechnology. It typically engages in equity financing and unsecured debt with investment horizons ranging from five to ten years. The firm aims to support projects that positively impact the Quebec economy and often takes either minority or majority stakes in its portfolio companies.
Khalil Akrout
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Louis Aubuchon
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Hugo Bisaillon
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Jean-Philippe Boutet
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Guy Boutin
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Justin Brasier
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Olivier Brossard
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Nadia Di Chiara
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Pierre-Luc Cormier
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
François Saloff Coste
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Denis Cyr
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Marie-Pierre Donati
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Amélie Dugas-Sampara
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Marc-André Faix
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Danny Gagné
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Mickaël Galvani
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Geneviève Guertin
Vice President, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Martin Guestier
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Philippe P. Huneault
Vice President, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Emmanuelle Héroux
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Dominic Lainesse
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Julien Laplante
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Youssef Lemgendez
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Benoit Leroux
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Raphaël Marcel
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Pierre-Jean Mathon
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Claudia O'Connor Messier
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Serge Michaud
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Véronique Missout
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Julie Morand
Vice President, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Céline Palhol
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Nicolas du Parc
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Dany Pelletier
Executive Vice President, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Maxime Pesant
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Julie Proulx
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Sophie Robillard
Vice President, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Sébastien Sauvageau
Director, Private Equity and Impact Investing
Past deals in Food Processing
Rustica Foods
Venture Round in 2025
Rustica Foods, a family-owned business, specializes in manufacturing authentic Italian pizzas and focaccias. They are renowned for their superior quality and flavor, catering to four primary market segments. Their product range includes ready-to-eat fresh tomato pizzas, par-baked premium pizza crusts, and various topped and stuffed-crust pizza options, both fresh and frozen. Rustica's unique manufacturing process allows the pizza dough to rest naturally, replicating the expertise of traditional Italian pizza makers, ensuring customers enjoy high-quality, convenient Italian pizza experiences.
Solucycle
Acquisition in 2023
Solucycle is a food waste management company based in Quebec, Canada, focusing on the recovery and repurposing of food waste from industrial, commercial, and institutional settings. The company utilizes advanced technology installed in kitchens to facilitate on-site treatment of food waste, converting it into biogas. This innovative approach simplifies waste management processes, allowing clients to enhance operational efficiency and improve profit margins. In addition to on-site treatment, Solucycle provides automated alerts and collection solutions, ensuring a comprehensive and effective system for managing food waste.
Worximity
Series B in 2022
Worximity is a developer of cloud-based software focused on enhancing performance in food processing and manufacturing sectors. The company offers a smart factory data collection and analytics platform that enables real-time monitoring of production processes. Its software suite incorporates connectivity technologies and sensors to transform traditional equipment into connected devices. This integration provides visualized production data, allowing businesses in industries such as meat, dairy, and baked goods to make informed, strategic decisions. By facilitating collaboration and improving decision-making at all levels of production, Worximity assists organizations in achieving their production goals effectively.
Sollio Cooperative Group
Venture Round in 2020
Sollio Cooperative Group, headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, is a prominent agri-food federation that serves agricultural producers and consumers across Canada. With over 60,000 members organized into nearly 70 cooperatives, Sollio Cooperative Group employs more than 13,000 individuals and generates an annual revenue of $6.3 billion. The organization operates through three main divisions: Olymel S.E.C, which encompasses meat processing brands like Olymel, Flamingo, and Lafleur; the Agri-business division, which includes brands such as La Coop, Élite, Agrocentre, Agrico, and Agromart; and the BMR Group, featuring BMR, Unimat, and Potvin & Bouchard. Established in 1922, Sollio Cooperative Group plays a crucial role in providing agricultural services and support, enabling farmers to enhance their crop production and overall operational efficiency.
Les Serres Frank Zyromski
Venture Round in 2020
Les Serres Frank Zyromski Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in the production and supply of young plant cuttings, primarily serving the ornamental horticulture sector. Established in 1978 and headquartered in Rivière-Rouge, the company provides its products to greenhouse operators, distributors, and garden centers throughout Canada and the United States. With a focus on quality and innovation, Les Serres Frank Zyromski has established a strong reputation in the industry, contributing to the growth and success of its clients in the horticultural market.
Les Aliments Morehouse
Debt Financing in 2020
Les Aliments Morehouse, established in 2000 and headquartered in Lachine, Canada, specializes in the manufacturing and distribution of mustard sauce. The company also produces a variety of food and ingredient products, including sauces, dressings, and hot sauces. Their offerings are available for online shopping, with an inquiry form accessible on their website to facilitate customer interactions.
Chocmod
Venture Round in 2020
Chocmod is a family-owned business established in 1948 and based in Roncq, northern France. As a leading manufacturer of chocolate truffles, the company operates on a global scale, distributing its products to over 45 countries across five continents. Chocmod specializes in a range of confectionery items, including chocolate-covered marshmallows, candies, nougats, and chocolate chips, all crafted with a commitment to French culinary expertise. In 2011, the company expanded its operations by opening a second production facility in St-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Canada, to better serve the American market. Through its diverse product offerings, Chocmod aims to deliver high-quality gourmet chocolate experiences to customers worldwide.
Sollio Cooperative Group
Venture Round in 2019
Sollio Cooperative Group, headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, is a prominent agri-food federation that serves agricultural producers and consumers across Canada. With over 60,000 members organized into nearly 70 cooperatives, Sollio Cooperative Group employs more than 13,000 individuals and generates an annual revenue of $6.3 billion. The organization operates through three main divisions: Olymel S.E.C, which encompasses meat processing brands like Olymel, Flamingo, and Lafleur; the Agri-business division, which includes brands such as La Coop, Élite, Agrocentre, Agrico, and Agromart; and the BMR Group, featuring BMR, Unimat, and Potvin & Bouchard. Established in 1922, Sollio Cooperative Group plays a crucial role in providing agricultural services and support, enabling farmers to enhance their crop production and overall operational efficiency.
Worximity
Series A in 2019
Worximity is a developer of cloud-based software focused on enhancing performance in food processing and manufacturing sectors. The company offers a smart factory data collection and analytics platform that enables real-time monitoring of production processes. Its software suite incorporates connectivity technologies and sensors to transform traditional equipment into connected devices. This integration provides visualized production data, allowing businesses in industries such as meat, dairy, and baked goods to make informed, strategic decisions. By facilitating collaboration and improving decision-making at all levels of production, Worximity assists organizations in achieving their production goals effectively.
Fromagerie Montebello
Venture Round in 2019
A cheesemaker's dream Alain Boyer made cheese for several years at the Fromagerie de Plaisance, only to take another route… without, however, mourning the loss of the profession. In 2011, the stars realigned. Fromagerie Montebello was born in the heart of the Petite-Nation, to the great pleasure of lovers of fine cheeses who first adopted Tête à Papineau with enthusiasm! Thanks to the support of bodies that believed in the project, including the Quebec Ministry of Finance and the Economy, the Quebec Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, Investissement Quebec, Canada Economic Development and the Center local de développement Papineau, the premises on rue Principale now had an occupant. The artisanal production and marketing of cheese products was launched.
Inno-3B
Seed Round in 2018
Inno-3B Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in the development of artificial intelligence software and automated vertical farming systems designed to address environmental challenges in agriculture. Founded in 2014 and based in Saint-Pacôme, the company offers a range of innovative products, including the Yield Factory, which features environmental control chambers for the production of plants and insects. Inno-3B's scalable and remotely monitored growing systems provide turnkey solutions for various sectors, including food, pharmaceuticals, and research, allowing users to grow organic produce, berries, and herbs locally in a cost-effective and sustainable manner. The company combines advanced technology with expertise in engineering and agronomy to support growers throughout the cultivation process.
BCI Foods
Private Equity Round in 2018
BCI Foods is a producer of canned soups and sauces located in Saint-Hyacinthe, Québec. The company specializes in a diverse range of products, including savory soups, ready-to-serve soups, broths, sauces, and ready-to-eat pasta and meals in packets. BCI Foods emphasizes innovation in the food industry, aiming to enhance store brand growth while ensuring that their offerings provide a wonderful dining experience that reflects the company’s core principles. Additionally, they focus on luxury recipes and health-oriented options, enabling customers to enjoy exquisitely flavored soup and meal solutions.
Inovia
Debt Financing in 2018
Inovia, established in 2006 and based in Sainte-Marie, Canada, specializes in designing, manufacturing, and installing customized process equipment. The company caters to diverse sectors including food, biochemical, and industrial, offering a wide range of machinery such as feeders, grinders, conveyors, and robotic systems. Inovia's expertise lies in creating tailored solutions that meet clients' unique production process needs, ensuring high-quality and optimal performance.
Alimentation l'Epicier
Debt Financing in 2017
Alimentation l'Epicier Inc. is a Canadian food supplier based in Saint Leonard, specializing in a diverse range of food products. Established in 1996, the company provides a variety of offerings, including fresh meat products through its butchers’ shop, as well as non-perishable items such as pasta, sauces, spices, and coffee. Alimentation l'Epicier operates branches in Quebec and Ontario, making its products accessible to a wide customer base, including options for online shopping. The company's focus on quality and variety positions it as a notable player in the Canadian food market.
Worximity
Venture Round in 2015
Worximity is a developer of cloud-based software focused on enhancing performance in food processing and manufacturing sectors. The company offers a smart factory data collection and analytics platform that enables real-time monitoring of production processes. Its software suite incorporates connectivity technologies and sensors to transform traditional equipment into connected devices. This integration provides visualized production data, allowing businesses in industries such as meat, dairy, and baked goods to make informed, strategic decisions. By facilitating collaboration and improving decision-making at all levels of production, Worximity assists organizations in achieving their production goals effectively.
AV&R
Venture Round in 2014
AV&R Inc. is an engineering company based in Montreal, Canada, specializing in automation, machine vision, and robotics solutions. Founded in 1994, the company focuses on providing robotic finishing services, including polishing, deburring, and profiling, as well as automated visual inspection and assembly of components. AV&R's solutions are designed to optimize manufacturing processes and enhance quality control, particularly for gas turbine parts used in energy production and aircraft engines, as well as in the medical device and prosthesis sectors. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including manufacturing, automotive, aerospace and defense, mining, energy, and food and packaging. AV&R was formerly known as AV&R Vision & Robotics Inc. before rebranding in June 2013.
E2metrix
Seed Round in 2012
E2metrix Inc. is a Canadian technology company focused on the design, development, manufacture, and commercialization of innovative wastewater and recirculated water treatment systems. Founded in 2010 and based in Sherbrooke, Québec, the company utilizes its proprietary electrolysis technology platform, ECOTHOR, to tackle wastewater challenges across various industries, including municipal water treatment, food processing, dairy processing, mining, and more. E2metrix specializes in providing solutions for phosphorus removal, ammonia reduction, and the recovery of resources, enabling clients to effectively manage and treat a broad range of contaminants in their wastewater.
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