Capital Angel Network

Capital Angel Network (CAN) is a leading early stage investor group operating from the National Capital Region (Ottawa, Gatineau, Kanata). Since inception in 2009 CAN members have invested more than $87M in early-stage Canadian companies, over $30M since 2021. From 2021 - 2023, 45% of first investments were placed with startups led by women founders and co-founders and in 2024 44% of all investments were placed with women co-founded teams. CAN primarily invests across the Innovation Corridor, from Montreal to Waterloo, with a keen interest in Gatineau, Ottawa, and Kanata. CAN investments have led to over $900M in additional investment through grants, syndication with other angel groups, and follow on venture capital funds. Membership includes more than 60 investors and champions including new, next gen, and established angels, VCs, family offices and corporate members. 37% of memberships include a woman. Close collaboration with Angel Groups across Ontario expedites deal sharing and founder introductions. The CAN Team delivers CANLABS (investor readiness for founders), The MASHUP Pitch Competition and Founder Showcase in support of the community. CAN partners with SheBoot, the Ottawa Bootstrap Awards, uOttawa’s entrepreneurship club TECDE’s Elle Gala and provides mentorship to universities, colleges and incubators.