District Ventures Capital is pleased to welcome Three Farmers Foods to its portfolio with a $3-million investment, along with $3.2 million from existing investors (including EDC)! The Canadian company is known for its roasted bean snacks: bit.ly/3w2ov4M

We are very excited to welcome District Ventures as a partner in Three Farmers Foods. Click link to read the full press release.

We're lucky to work with some incredible partners and products. And that is certainly true for Fody Food Co.! Check out the brand's latest campaign (an original dating show!), which highlights both the taste of the red sauce line and the fact that it's easy to digest.

There are a great number of team members who work behind the scenes to help things blossom at the Park—including accountant Claire Donaghy. She's celebrating five years at Venturepark and we, quite honestly, wouldn't be here without her. Thank you for all you do, Claire!

More is...more! Lengthier commentary that exceeds the 15-second videos is gaining headway among #TikTok creators. Does this mean a departure from the early days of TikTok, when content was short and sweet? Read more: bit.ly/3wnI47x

NFTs (non-fungible tokens) have made their way into the marketing world, pushing brands to leverage the buzz surrounding this new type of investment. But are NFTs here to stay? linkedin.com/pulse/what-nft…

In case you missed it, we caught up with cohort 10 member and entrepreneur Chara Krangle to chat about Oat of the Ordinary's growth and making #breakfast better. Learn more about what sparked this business idea and what the duo's learned along the way. bit.ly/3P5eJaG

June is full of cultural events: #PrideMonth, #NationalIndigenousPeoplesDay, #Juneteenth, and more. We chatted with Venturepark’s PR Manager, @GailMcInnes, about how to acknowledge them from a brand perspective. (Hint: it’s all about the intention.) linkedin.com/feed/update/ur…

We're excited to feature #BUZZDNutrition co-founder, Alex Burrows, in our latest entrepreneur spotlight. We chatted with Alex to learn more about the brand's newest superfood creamer. 🙌 linkedin.com/pulse/buzzd-co…

Are you frustrated by the lack of transparency in the #beauty and #wellness industries? We are. So we’ve broken down the good, bad, and downright dirty ingredients to help you make healthier choices. linkedin.com/pulse/all-dirt…

In the first issue of our new series, Park Views, Venturepark’s Research Analyst Adrianna Schmeichel shares her thoughts on the market’s shift toward #genderneutral marketing and the valuable, safe space this creates for consumers. linkedin.com/pulse/its-time…

When it comes to ROI, it’s hard to beat the creativity and reach that #influencermarketing can offer. In the spirit of #CanadaDay, we're making a case for why you should be working with Canadian influencers if you aren’t already. 🇨🇦 linkedin.com/pulse/why-you-…

At Venturepark, we've made it our mission to help founders in Canada achieve success. Our latest #EconomicImpact Report outlines how our programs have helped entrepreneurs across the country, contributing $1.6 billion to the economy: ventureparklabs.ca/economic-impact

How do you know if your shopping habits are actually making a difference in supporting Canadian businesses? We’re breaking it down, sharing some of our go-to brands, and how we’re doing our part to help Canadians thrive. linkedin.com/feed/update/ur…

In today's challenging economy, we are all being affected by the rising cost of living due to inflation. Our Director of Strategy Ed Lee shares his thoughts on what businesses can do to maintain growth and retain customers during a time of #inflation. linkedin.com/pulse/inflatio…

Video Interview: Arlene Dickinson’s Venturepark Business Ecosystem Contributes $1.6 Billion To Economy. bit.ly/3cVo9a8 #business #news #entrepreneurs #entrepreneurship #investment #smallbusiness #venturecapital Retail Insider Canada Venturepark Arlene Dickinson

Businesses succeed when their leaders empower employees to do their best work. Read our tips for how to do management right, as well as insights into how we remain focused on growth—not just internally, but for our partners and clients too. linkedin.com/pulse/dont-get…

Our partners JustVertical received a shoutout from BuzzFeed in one of their recent articles about must-have products! Just Vertical designs and manufactures hydroponic indoor garden systems. (Home-grown veggies, anyone?) buzzfeed.com/victoriakuglin…

Venturepark's #businessgrowthecosystem and programs that have helped some of Canada's fastest-growing CPG companies. Here, we are sharing the impact we have had on the #CanadianEconomy. linkedin.com/feed/update/ur…

Demo Day is on now! Tune in at ventureparklabs.ca/demoday to see these amazing entrepreneurs pitch their products and push their potential 🥳