Fundraising has been somewhat challenging for startups in Canada in recent years, but that hasn’t stopped everyone from raising capital. To prove our point, we’ve highlighted a handful of B.C.-based companies that have secured funding since May. From newer upstarts raising early rounds to established firms maintaining momentum, below is a sampling of financing events […]
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JUDI.AI Raises Capital to Help Credit Unions Empower Small Businesses
Vancouver-based financial technology upstart JUDI.AI has secured investment from Regina’s Conexus Venture Capital. Founded in 2016, JUDI is on a mission to “transform small business dreams into vibrant communities by increasing access to capital.” The B.C. fintech firm offers a cash flow underwriting platform that enables community-based financial institutions to provide a fintech-like experience for […]
Vancouver Fintech Offers CEBA Refinancing Playbook for Lenders, Small Business
Amidst a backdrop of inflation and possible recession on the horizon, a coming “CEBA Tsunami” represents a $15 billion opportunity for community lenders to help get capital in the hands of small businesses, according to a study by JUDI.AI and Angus Reid. To commemorate BDC’s Small Business Week, Vancouver-based fintech JUDI.AI partnered with Angus Reid to […]