StandUp Ventures

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Overview

StandUp Ventures is a Toronto-based seed-stage venture capital fund that invests in high-growth Canadian technology companies with at least one female founder in a C-level leadership role and equitable ownership. It targets sectors including enterprise software, digital health, and clean tech, bridging from post-friends-and-family funding to Series A. The firm manages assets under management between $25M and $49M and is notable for its focus on women-led ventures.¹³⁷

History

StandUp Ventures was founded in 2017 by Michelle McBane, who serves as Managing Director. It launched its fund in partnership with BDC Capital, which invested in Fund I, and is managed by MaRS IAF. The firm has established itself as a seed-stage investor supporting female-led tech companies across Canada.¹³⁶

Reputation

StandUp Ventures is recognized by industry sources for its targeted support of women-led tech startups in seed stages, particularly in software, health, and cleantech. Professionals view it as a niche player advancing gender diversity in venture capital. No specific criticisms noted in available sources.¹³⁵⁶

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