District Ventures Capital

District Ventures Capital is a Canadian-based venture capital firm that focuses on investing in innovative early-stage companies within the food & beverage, health & wellness, and beauty sectors. The firm is led by entrepreneur Arlene Dickinson and has a fund size of $100 million, with investments ranging from $1 million to $7 million. The firm aims to support companies that develop, manufacture, market, distribute, or sell consumer packaged goods, particularly those with innovative products and significant market traction.

The firm's investment strategy centers on identifying and supporting Canadian companies that align with demographic trends and shifting consumer preferences toward sustainable and socially responsible products. By focusing on these sectors, District Ventures Capital seeks to capitalize on the anticipated growth in the consumer packaged goods market, which is forecasted to double in size over the next decade. The firm offers not only capital but also marketing support, programming, and commercialization assistance to help portfolio companies scale and succeed.

Since its inception, District Ventures Capital has made several notable investments, including a $6.2 million equity investment in Three Farmers Foods Inc., a leading provider of whole roasted bean snacks in Canada. The firm has also invested in Just Vertical, a Toronto-based company specializing in vertical hydroponic growing systems that double as furniture. These investments reflect the firm's commitment to supporting innovative companies that are poised to make a significant impact in their respective industries.