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Access investment opportunities, industry intel, and potential partners to develop and de-risk your portfolio.
Discover well-developed opportunities.
Gain access to high-potential, vetted companies, and the experts and partners who can help your next investment realize its full potential.
We’re Investors Too.
The Cluster is supported by NPC’s investment fund. To date, we’ve made 10 investments and experienced 2 exits.
Experts. For you and your portfolio companies.
The Cluster gives you access to the diverse range of professionals who have built their careers around natural products and natural product technologies. If you have a question, someone in the Hub has the answer.
Investor Meetings
We deliver a steady pipeline of vetted investment opportunities through investor meetings and online Virtual Pitch sessions.
Due Diligence Support
We work with investors to identify, assess, and mitigate the risks involved in each investment opportunity.
Industry Reports
Who are the movers and shakers in Canadian natural products? Where are the hotspots in research and development? What global trends are creating opportunities? Find out in the annual Industry Report. Exclusively for members of the Cluster.
What we look for in a potential investment
High-Growth Potential
Companies with the potential to earn at least $10M in annual revenues.
Targeted Sectors
Opportunities that provide naturally-derived solutions in one of our 8 priority areas.
Solid Business Plan
Companies with realistic sales forecasts, solid marketing plans, and keen insights on the competitive landscape.
Leadership
Companies with smart, experienced teams who are focused on building a multi-million business.
Coachability
Entrepreneurs who are willing to listen and incorporate advice from seasoned professionals.
Innovation
Companies with differentiation in product, process or market strategy.
Events for Investors
What is Included in ‘Natural Products’?
News
NPC announces 2021 virtual pitch events
NPC is pleased to announce new opportunities to connect Canadian innovations with investors, corporations and other strategic partn…
A clear plan for social media selling success
Now more than ever, you need to leverage social for your business
The world of social media can be overwhelming, but it’s an e…
Changes to NPC Commercialization Programs
Increased funding limits and easing of repayable amounts
NPC is pleased to announce changes to its Commercialization Programs in lig…
Investment opportunities in the insect industry
A panel of experts discuss the opportunities and challenges in the quickly evolving insect industry
The concept of insects as a …
Presentations for November 19
Thanks for your interest in the Natural Pet Products Virtual Pitch event. The companies did an excellent job.
And many thanks to Pa…
The Artful Science of Pitching
Coach/advisor/investor reveals the key elements of presenting your business plan to attract capital and strategic partners
Growing a business in a pandemic
Three start-ups share lessons on raising capital, landing deals and looking after their teams and communities during COVID-19
Virtual meeting creates real connections
Our 4th annual Investor Meeting with Nutrition Capital Network looked a little different than previous editions, but the commitment to …
Natural Products Canada and Nutrition Capital Network host 4th annual investor meeting
Virtual investor meeting showcases 15 Canadian investment opportunities in food and nutrition
Natural Products Canada and Nutrition …
NPC helps five Canadian companies pursue growth plans during COVID-19
Businesses create natural products to address a range of challenges including health and animal health and bioplastics
NPC participates in Partake’s $4M raise
Natural Products Canada (NPC) is pleased to announce it has invested in Partake Brewing, an award-winning non-alcoholic craft beer.
Canadian Coalition for COVID-19 releases 51 promising nanobodies
Coalition uses ‘open source biology’ to attract global collaborators
A coalition of Canadian companies has published 51 an…
Building a Brand Strategy
Dan Schmitt is a veteran of the CPG world who has launched over 200 brands. NPC was very pleased to host Dan for a webinar filled w…
Research centre offers full meal deal for innovators
A high-tech research facility provides the expertise, equipment and more to help bio-based product developers
The Bio-Industrial Pro…
Having your HR house in order is key to risk management
Clear and complete HR tools and policies can alleviate costly risks to your business and make your company more attractive to funders a…
Getting Maximum IP From R&D
For many companies, a strong IP portfolio that covers key markets is their most valuable asset. Noel Courage and Don Bocchinfus…
Canadian coalition prepares to share research that could help against COVID-19
For immediate release
A Canadian group of companies is days away from sharing their research results with the global scientific comm…
Getting it Right the First Time
What investors and retailers look for as you take your product to market
When launching a brand, start-ups can make a few common mis…
Career Opportunity! Regional Director
We’re looking for a Regional Director for Quebec. This bilingual position plays an important role in our efforts to help advance na…
NPC invests in Bast Fibre
NPC is pleased to announce its latest investment: Bast Fibre Technologies Inc (BFTi). BFTi is helping manufacturers develop disinfectin…