SaskWorks Venture Fund
SaskWorks Venture Fund, established in 2001 and based in Regina, Saskatchewan, is a retail mutual fund focused on investing in privately-held small and medium-sized businesses that are owned or primarily operated in the province. As a labour-sponsored venture capital corporation, it offers investments that qualify for a tax credit of 35%, in addition to the benefits of RRSP tax deferral. The Fund provides Saskatchewan residents with the opportunity to invest locally, thereby contributing to the growth of regional companies and the creation of jobs within the province. Through its investment strategy, SaskWorks aims to support the development of the Saskatchewan economy while offering potential financial returns to its investors.
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Terra Grain Fuels
Venture Round in 2013
Terra Grain Fuels is a producer of ethanol and dried distiller's grains, primarily operating within the agricultural and energy sectors. The company collaborates with wheat growers to source its raw materials and subsequently sells its finished products to various manufacturers, including ethanol blenders. Terra Grain Fuels serves clients across the Canadian provinces of Saskatchewan, Alberta, and Manitoba, contributing to the regional economy through its manufacturing and marketing efforts in the renewable energy space.
Firesky Energy
Venture Round in 2013
Firesky Energy is engaged in the exploration and production of oil and gas reserves, primarily operating in Saskatchewan and Manitoba. The company possesses a substantial land base, which allows it to effectively exploit low-risk oil resources. By focusing on cost reduction and the timely development of new projects, Firesky Energy aims to ensure steady economic growth and enhance production and cash flow. Its strategy is centered on developing long-life conventional oil and gas reserves, contributing to the availability of energy resources for the community.
Terra Grain Fuels
Debt Financing in 2006
Terra Grain Fuels is a producer of ethanol and dried distiller's grains, primarily operating within the agricultural and energy sectors. The company collaborates with wheat growers to source its raw materials and subsequently sells its finished products to various manufacturers, including ethanol blenders. Terra Grain Fuels serves clients across the Canadian provinces of Saskatchewan, Alberta, and Manitoba, contributing to the regional economy through its manufacturing and marketing efforts in the renewable energy space.
Just Energy
Venture Round in 2001
Just Energy is a leading independent energy supplier serving residential and commercial customers in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom with electricity and natural gas. The company serves more than 1.6 million customer accounts and positions itself as a major provider of green energy solutions in North America, offering long-term fixed-price and price-protected contracts to shield customers from price volatility, along with energy efficiency and renewable options. Its operations span multiple regions and it maintains ongoing expansion into additional jurisdictions.
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