INVESTMENT
Supporting high-potential investment opportunities with smart and connected capital.
One-Stop Shop
NPC provides a range of services to help investors participate in investment opportunities in natural products.
Evergreen Pipeline
Access a robust pipeline of vetted investment opportunities in natural products addressing a diverse array of markets.
Opportunity Development
NPC supports companies in its pipeline with a suite of programs and services to help them become investment-ready.
Knowledgeable Network
The NPC network extends across Canada and around the globe, and includes industry and investment who bring a wealth of experience.
Investment Partner
NPC can co-invest in high-potential Canadian companies with innovative natural products, technologies or services. We look at debt or equity deals that are generally in the $2-$2.5M range.
Events and Insights
Stay up to date through events, news, and reports to keep you apprised of key opportunities and trends.
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.
Our Investment Fund
NPC has a small investment fund dedicated to Canadian natural products. With ten investments under our belts, we’re raising a second fund to seize the incredible opportunities we see across the country that can meet the growing demand for clean, green and natural products, technologies and services.
Investor Meetings
We deliver a steady pipeline of vetted investment opportunities through investor meetings and online Virtual Pitch sessions.
What is Included in ‘Natural Products’?
News
Having your HR house in order is key to risk management
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…
NPC supports three more companies through its Commercialization Programs
A prebiotic beverage, a cricket farm, and a bioplastics company are the latest businesses to receive support from Natural Products Cana…
International demand for The Cultured Coconut
The Halifax creator of traditionally-fermented organic coconut milk is experiencing new overseas sales during the pandemic.
Virtual Pitch Event: ‘Better For You’ Food & Beverage (Part 2)
The demand for healthy and sustainable snacks, drinks and prepared foods is exploding! This virtual pitch event is a great opportunity …
Virtual Pitch Event: Food Production
Join us May 28th for a look at some of the brightest new companies helping us tackle one of the planet’s biggest challenges: sustaina…
NPC invests in Millennia TEA
Natural Products Canada (NPC) is very pleased to announce its investment in Millennia TEA. See the official press release below.
Forced to Focus Workshop: Recording Available
Every entrepreneur is facing an unprecedented time for their business. The number of unknowns is staggering. But for some companies sha…
Business strategist offers 5 key questions to ask yourself right now
The COVID-19 pandemic is touching all of us personally and professionally. It’s important to think about how you can weather this unp…
Glysantis claims top spot in animal health showcase
Congratulations to NPC client, Glysantis, who won in the production animal category of the Animal Health Investment Europe Innovat…
UPDATE: Canadian companies wait for details on Natural Products Expo West
UPDATE: As of March 2nd, the organizers of Natural Products Expo West have postponed the event due to concerns over the coronaviru…
Natural Products Canada Invests in NovoBind
Start-up’s innovative approach addresses global shift away from antimicrobials and antibacterials
Natural Products Canada (NPC…
Event showcases leaders in insect industry
This event has passed. Please contact us if you have questions or would like to learn more.
There’s growing interest in the use of…
NPC Announces Virtual Pitch Series
NPC is launching its virtual pitch series for 2020 with a broad range of companies meeting the growing demand for clean, green and …
Career Opportunity: Genecis Bioindustries
One of our member companies is hiring! Genecis Bioindustries has been approved for our Executive Talent Program, and is looking fo…
Gaining the perspective of customers and regulatory bodies
Helping companies develop natural and veterinary health products is a specialty of Paul Dick & Associates. We spoke to the principa…