UCeed Investment Funds

🚀 We’re proud to announce our latest investment in 4AG, a pioneering Agtech company transforming the future of mushroom farming through robotics and AI. 🍄🤖 At UHSF, we back bold, visionary founders building innovative solutions to real-world problems and 4AG embodies exactly that. Led by seasoned entrepreneurs Sean O’Connor and Chris Payne, the team is tackling one of agriculture’s most labor-intensive challenges with cutting-edge automation. Their autonomous mushroom harvesting robot is reshaping the industry by improving yield, consistency, and efficiency, while eliminating manual labor. From harvesting to trimming and packing, 4AG is empowering growers across North America, Europe, and Australia. 🌍 We’re excited to support 4AG as they scale their impact globally and lead the next generation of agricultural automation. 👏 Congratulations to Sean, Chris, and the entire 4AG team, we’re thrilled to be on this journey with you! 🙏 Kudos to our diligent Fund Managers and Associates who worked hard to ensure this deal’s success. Ksenia Kabanova, Edina Thai, and Ivan Chen, CFA #AgTech #AIinAgriculture #Innovation #MushroomFarming #AgriculturalAutomation #StartupInvestment #VentureCapital #Robotics #SustainableFarming #FutureOfFarming #UCeed #UHSF #FoodTech

We’re Hiring: Associate, UCeed Health Funds! Are you excited by the idea of backing early-stage startups in health and life sciences? Passionate about innovation and making a real impact in Alberta’s startup ecosystem? We’re looking for an Associate to join our team at UCeed Health Funds—one of Alberta’s most active early-stage investment funds. In this role, you’ll: ✅ Help manage $13M+ in active health and life sciences investments ✅ Source and evaluate high-potential startups ✅ Shape investment strategy and support portfolio companies ✅ Build strong relationships with founders, investors, and the innovation community We’d love to meet you if you: • Bring a sharp analytical mind • Have experience in investing, consulting, or early-stage company building • Are energized by deep tech and health innovation Sound like you? Let’s talk. Apply today: hr@innovatecalgary.com" https://lnkd.in/g34vNihB

Exciting Investment Announcement! 🚀 We are thrilled to announce our latest investment in Northernmost, a game-changing company that is redefining kidney transport. At UHSF, we are always on the lookout for visionary teams building innovative solutions, and Northernmost is a perfect example. Founded by industry veterans, Northernmost is developing the NoMo Kidney Pump—a cutting-edge solution that ensures safe, efficient, and commercial airline-compatible kidney transport. We believe they are poised to make a massive impact in the industry. Their innovation has the potential to revolutionize organ transplantation and improve patient outcomes on a global scale. Backing exceptional founders is at the core of what we do, and we couldn’t be more excited to partner with Ron Mills & Daniel Salamon and the entire Northernmost team as they scale to new heights. Congratulations to the Fund Managers who participated in the Deal Due diligence Jennifer E. Shahoon Khan Ksenia Kabanova Edina Thai   Here’s to the journey ahead! 🚀   #HealthcareInnovation #KidneyTransplant #OrganDonation #MedicalDevices #Northernmost #UHSF

My Normative, a UCeed-funded startup founded by #UCalgary alum Danika Kelly, is transforming health research by addressing the gender data gap across the health industry https://bit.ly/4hJQ4Wr

Last week, a group of UCeed Fund Managers Adam Stosky, Ali Radwan, Ksenia Kabanova, Jennifer E., Edina Thai and Declan Sander had the fantastic opportunity to participate in the VCAA 25th Annual Ski Conference at the prestigious Fairmont Chateau, Lake Louise from March 3-5. This premier event in partnership with Alberta Enterprise Corporation (AEC), which brings together leading investors, entrepreneurs, and industry experts from across North America, offered an invaluable platform for our students to immerse themselves in the venture capital and innovation landscape. Here are some key lessons they took away: 🚀 The Power of Collaboration: Success in startups extends beyond securing funding—it’s about cultivating strong relationships among founders, investors, and industry leaders. Alberta’s tech ecosystem thrives on these connections! 💡 Understanding the Investor Mindset: Beyond financials, VCs seek strong leadership, scalable business models, and market fit. These factors often determine whether a startup secures funding or not. 🔄 Resilience & Adaptability: Many investors emphasized that successful startups often pivot in response to challenges. In a fast-evolving market, adaptability is a must! A huge thank you to Hunter Hub for Entrepreneurial Thinking - UCalgary for access to the conference and the Venture Capital Association of Alberta (VCAA) community for welcoming our UCeed Fund Managers and sharing such valuable insights and great connections. It’s inspiring to see the next wave of innovators and investors engaging with the broader venture ecosystem. #UCeed #Hunterhub #VentureCapital #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #VCAA2025

This year, we're investing $100K – $200K in 25 promising early-stage companies that are shaping the future with groundbreaking technologies in Health, Energy and Social Impact. Our geographic focus is different for different sectors. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/gxNq-rrB We’ve been one of Canada’s most active pre-seed and seed-stage investors for the past four years, backing 65 companies with $10M—and we’re just getting started. If you or someone you know is building something incredible, let’s talk! Drop a name in the comments, or better yet—apply directly through our intake form: https://lnkd.in/gdkBJVvb  

Huge congratulations to the Hyperlume team on their oversubscribed Seed Round! 🎉 As the lead investor in their pre-seed round, we've had the privilege of witnessing their incredible journey firsthand—and we couldn’t be more excited about what’s ahead. We believe in Hyperlume’s vision, which is why UCeed has doubled down in this Seed Round. Looking forward to seeing them continue to scale and make an even bigger impact!

Imagine walking into an interview and saying, “I’ve already helped evaluate and invest in real startups.” 💡 That’s the kind of hands-on experience you’ll get in the UCeed Haskayne Student Fund. Whether you’re a University of Calgary student passionate about finance, strategy, or innovation, this program gives you insider access to the world of venture capital. Learn to analyze deals, assess risks, and make investment decisions—all before you graduate. Seats are limited! Apply before Feb. 16 and take the first step toward an exciting career in investing, consulting, or entrepreneurship. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gCnKBnK #FutureInvestor #Finance #VC #HandsOnLearning #BusinessStudents

Want to Work in VC? Start Here. The world of venture capital and startup investing can seem exclusive—until now. The UCeed Haskayne Student Fund is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for University of Calgary students to gain real-world investing experience. 🎯 Learn how to assess startups, pitch investment ideas, and collaborate with industry pros 💼 Build a skill set that stands out in finance, consulting, or entrepreneurship 🚀 Gain career-changing experience in venture capital before you graduate If you want to be where business meets innovation, don’t miss this chance. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gCnKBnK Apply before Feb. 16, 2025! #UCeed #VentureCapital #FinanceCareers #StudentInvesting #BusinessInnovation

We're excited to announce that we've co-led RetinaLogik's pre-seed extension round alongside Spring Impact Capital. We're joined by a group of impressive investors in this round - including Startup TNT, ScaleGood Fund LP, Allied Venture Partners, Local Investing YYC & HaloHealth. Congratulations to Abdullah, Julia and the rest of the RetinaLogik team on this accomplishment. Link to announcement: https://lnkd.in/egmvFPsm