Whitecap Venture Partners

Whitecap Venture Partners, established in 1989, is a Toronto-based venture capital firm that invests in early-stage technology companies. It focuses on information and communications technology (ICT), medical technology, and food technology sectors, primarily in Canada and the Northeastern United States. The firm typically invests CAD 2-5 million initially, with the potential to reach CAD 15 million through follow-on rounds. Whitecap is known for its collaborative approach, providing significant value to portfolio companies alongside strong returns. It operates as a subsidiary of Whitecastle Investments Limited.

Melissa Belbeck

Principal

Kim Coote

VP of Finance

Carey Diamond

Co-Founder and Partner

Shayn Diamond JD

Partner

Sarah Hartkorn

Associate

Russell Samuels

Partner

Jacob Topatigh

Associate

Past deals in Toronto

Felix Health

Series B in 2023
Felix Health Inc. is an online prescription platform based in Toronto, Canada, that provides medications for various health concerns, including erectile dysfunction, hair loss, acne, and birth control. Founded in 2019, the company aims to modernize healthcare in Canada by offering a seamless and straightforward experience for users seeking effective treatments for their specific needs. Felix Health focuses on making healthcare more accessible and convenient for individuals navigating personal health issues.

Ukko Agro

Seed Round in 2021
Ukko Agro is a Toronto-based company that focuses on developing an agricultural ecosystem designed to optimize pesticide usage and minimize crop losses. Founded in 2017, the company provides technology tools that empower farmers to make informed decisions on the farm with minimal time investment. Its ecosystem features real-time monitoring, predictive models for disease and pest management, and integration with existing on-farm equipment through the Internet of Things (IoT). By enabling farmers to track, analyze, and report pesticide use effectively, Ukko Agro aims to enhance crop yields and sustainability while reducing the overall input costs associated with crop management.

Qvella

Venture Round in 2021
Qvella Corporation is a Toronto-based molecular diagnostics company founded in 2009 by a group of scientists and engineers. The company focuses on transforming clinical microbiology by significantly reducing the time required to obtain results for bloodstream infections. Qvella's innovative Field Activated Sample Treatment (FAST™) technology employs a novel electrical lysing technique, known as e-lysis™, which facilitates the rapid and fully automated detection of infectious agents directly from unenriched biological samples. This capability allows clinicians to identify microorganisms in infected whole blood samples without the lengthy sample processing typically required, ultimately enhancing patient outcomes and saving lives.

Felix Health

Series A in 2021
Felix Health Inc. is an online prescription platform based in Toronto, Canada, that provides medications for various health concerns, including erectile dysfunction, hair loss, acne, and birth control. Founded in 2019, the company aims to modernize healthcare in Canada by offering a seamless and straightforward experience for users seeking effective treatments for their specific needs. Felix Health focuses on making healthcare more accessible and convenient for individuals navigating personal health issues.

Qvella

Venture Round in 2020
Qvella Corporation is a Toronto-based molecular diagnostics company founded in 2009 by a group of scientists and engineers. The company focuses on transforming clinical microbiology by significantly reducing the time required to obtain results for bloodstream infections. Qvella's innovative Field Activated Sample Treatment (FAST™) technology employs a novel electrical lysing technique, known as e-lysis™, which facilitates the rapid and fully automated detection of infectious agents directly from unenriched biological samples. This capability allows clinicians to identify microorganisms in infected whole blood samples without the lengthy sample processing typically required, ultimately enhancing patient outcomes and saving lives.

Qvella

Venture Round in 2019
Qvella Corporation is a Toronto-based molecular diagnostics company founded in 2009 by a group of scientists and engineers. The company focuses on transforming clinical microbiology by significantly reducing the time required to obtain results for bloodstream infections. Qvella's innovative Field Activated Sample Treatment (FAST™) technology employs a novel electrical lysing technique, known as e-lysis™, which facilitates the rapid and fully automated detection of infectious agents directly from unenriched biological samples. This capability allows clinicians to identify microorganisms in infected whole blood samples without the lengthy sample processing typically required, ultimately enhancing patient outcomes and saving lives.

Qvella

Series B in 2017
Qvella Corporation is a Toronto-based molecular diagnostics company founded in 2009 by a group of scientists and engineers. The company focuses on transforming clinical microbiology by significantly reducing the time required to obtain results for bloodstream infections. Qvella's innovative Field Activated Sample Treatment (FAST™) technology employs a novel electrical lysing technique, known as e-lysis™, which facilitates the rapid and fully automated detection of infectious agents directly from unenriched biological samples. This capability allows clinicians to identify microorganisms in infected whole blood samples without the lengthy sample processing typically required, ultimately enhancing patient outcomes and saving lives.

Qvella

Series A in 2015
Qvella Corporation is a Toronto-based molecular diagnostics company founded in 2009 by a group of scientists and engineers. The company focuses on transforming clinical microbiology by significantly reducing the time required to obtain results for bloodstream infections. Qvella's innovative Field Activated Sample Treatment (FAST™) technology employs a novel electrical lysing technique, known as e-lysis™, which facilitates the rapid and fully automated detection of infectious agents directly from unenriched biological samples. This capability allows clinicians to identify microorganisms in infected whole blood samples without the lengthy sample processing typically required, ultimately enhancing patient outcomes and saving lives.

Qvella

Series A in 2015
Qvella Corporation is a Toronto-based molecular diagnostics company founded in 2009 by a group of scientists and engineers. The company focuses on transforming clinical microbiology by significantly reducing the time required to obtain results for bloodstream infections. Qvella's innovative Field Activated Sample Treatment (FAST™) technology employs a novel electrical lysing technique, known as e-lysis™, which facilitates the rapid and fully automated detection of infectious agents directly from unenriched biological samples. This capability allows clinicians to identify microorganisms in infected whole blood samples without the lengthy sample processing typically required, ultimately enhancing patient outcomes and saving lives.
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