Real Ventures is a prominent Canadian early-stage venture capital firm founded in 2007. With offices in Toronto and Montreal, it is dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs and enhancing the Canadian startup ecosystem. The firm provides seed capital to innovative Canadian founders, helping them thrive without needing to seek funding abroad. Real Ventures focuses on investing in early-stage tech startups that aim to create significant positive impacts on society. Their diverse portfolio includes notable companies such as BenchSci, Sonder, Tenstorrent, XpertSea, and Mejuri, among others. The firm is also actively involved in community initiatives, including Canada's longest-running accelerator program, FounderFuel, and partnerships with organizations like TechStars and the Creative Destruction Lab. Led by experienced professionals, Real Ventures is recognized for its commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. The firm has established itself as one of Canada's most active venture capital firms, consistently achieving top-quartile returns and supporting numerous successful companies.