MaRS Capital Program

Connecting investors to Canada’s top startups.

The MaRS Capital Program gives investors access to curated, high-growth ventures across Canada. Through 1:1 support and tailored dealflow, we connect you with vetted founders raising seed and Series A rounds, helping you discover quality opportunities faster and build lasting relationships within the innovation ecosystem.

By the numbers

$19B+

raised by MaRS-supported ventures between 2010 and 2024

of all venture capital deployed in Canada goes to MaRS-supported ventures

13%

ventures admitted into the MaRS Capital Program annually

20-30

650+

investors engaged globally

free with no equity taken

100%

industry experts supporting MaRS ventures

100+

The program

Investors in the MaRS Capital Program gain access to curated dealflow, venture data and 1:1 introductions to Canada’s most promising early-stage startups.

Deal sourcing: Access to a nation-wide database of Canadian ventures through the MaRS venture network. Get visibility into companies preparing to raise seed and Series A rounds — before they enter the broader market.

Engagement: Receive 1:1 curated introductions to high-potential founders, access to showcases and investor briefings, and invitations to MaRS events featuring Canada’s top emerging ventures.

Decision support: Leverage MaRS expertise through sector intelligence, due diligence resources, and introductions to advisors who can help assess market readiness and scalability potential.

Myomar Molecular
Pre-seed: $1.1 million
March 2024

Promise Robotics
Series A: $1.1 million
October 2023

NFINITE
Seed: $3 million
May 2024

Growcer
Series A: $3 million
May 2024

Planetary
Series A: $15.8 million
October 2024

FeX Energy
Seed: $4.8 million
September 2025

Willful
Seed: $1.4 million
2023

Vivid Machines
Seed: $5.8 million
April 2023

Peak Power
Series A: $47 million
May 2023

Metafold
Seed: $2.35 million
June 2023

Cognota
Series A: U.S.$5.5 million
September 2023

Litus
Pre-seed: $1.25 million
October 2023

Highlighted graduates

Program Team

Liam Gill

Ziyad Rahme

Shayne Veramally

Harry Gandhi

Jon Dogterom

Mike Abramsky

Matthew Robertson

Katie Hayes

Jenny Yang

Apply to the MaRS investor network to receive curated dealflow matched to your investment focus.

“MaRS has brought us into an entire ecosystem cheering for our success and giving us direction on how to reach our goals. The Seed Capital program has allowed us to reach new investment milestones that put us well into the path of commercialization.”

Founder and CEO, Litus

Frequently asked questions

What is the MaRS investor network?

The MaRS investor network connects venture capital firms, family offices and accredited investors with high-potential Canadian startups. The program is best suited for investors seeking curated deal flow, early visibility into Seed and Series A rounds, and access to founders who have been vetted for traction and scalability.

What types of startups are included?

The MaRS Capital Program supports ventures across key sectors driving Canada’s economy: software, health, cleantech, deep tech and AI. Each company is reviewed for technology defensibility, market validation and growth potential before joining. Investors can expect to see early-stage startups with measurable traction, clear milestones and strong founding teams preparing to raise institutional capital.

Is there any cost?

No, we take no equity and no cash. We are funded by the federal and provincial governments, out objective is to support high-potential companies so that they can create more jobs and economic growth for the Canadian economy.

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