Successful applicants to the WES Inclusive Women Venture Capital Initiative

The Call for Proposals for the Inclusive Women Venture Capital Initiative is now closed. View the list of successful applicants selected for funding.
Organisation Area of coverage Project Description
National Angel Capital Organization (NACO) National The project will focus on providing women entrepreneurs and investors with access to customized learning experiences through an online platform to help them succeed in the venture capital environment.
Canadian Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (CVCA) National The project will focus on increasing the number of early career women interested in careers within venture capital through a student program, apprenticeship program and a research and education program.
Small Scale Food Processor Association National The project will address the inequities for women small scale food processors, growers and suppliers by building a pipeline of women's businesses to successfully attract venture capital investments.
SVX (Social Venture Connection) Multi regional – AB, BC, ON, NB, QC, YK The project will focus on supporting women entrepreneurs who are seeking to create social or environmental impacts through their ventures and are on their journey to become investment-ready.
Elevate Toronto Multi regional – AB, BC, ON, QC, YK The project will focus on addressing the gender gaps in the tech industry through access to resources, training and mentorship to women entrepreneurs and women investors.