Whitecap Venture Partners

Whitecap Venture Partners, founded in 1990 and headquartered in Toronto, is a prominent early-stage venture capital firm. They focus on investing in B2B software, healthcare technology, and food technology companies across Canada and the Northeastern United States. Notable investments include Vetster, an innovative pet wellness platform, and PartnerStack, a sales technology platform. Whitecap has made significant exits, such as the IPO of Real Matters and the acquisitions of Affinio and Classcraft. Their investment strategy centers on partnering with founders to provide the necessary capital and guidance to scale their businesses successfully. Key team members include Carey Diamond, Russell Samuels, and Shayn Diamond, who bring extensive experience and expertise to the firm. With a track record of over three decades, Whitecap Venture Partners continues to support and grow startups by leveraging their deep industry knowledge and broad network. Their recent fund, Whitecap V, closed with commitments of CAD 140 million, emphasizing their commitment to fostering innovation and supporting early-stage companies in their growth journey.