Why Hardtech, Why Now
Hardtech is experiencing a true renaissance in Canada. A new asset class is emerging: physical technologies with strong industrial and climate impact, in sectors where Canada has unique competitive advantages in manufacturing and R&D. With a global market exceeding $50 billion, our structured approach solves the critical 'valley of death' problem by validating technologies in real industrial contexts, reducing risk for investors while accelerating the path to commercialization.
Our Investment Pipeline
Every startup in our portfolio has been through rigorous validation
Industrial pilot validation with anchor partners
Manufacturing readiness assessment (GRL)
Clear go-to-market strategies
De-risked through structured validation
Why Invest Through Garage
We do the hard validation work so you can invest with confidence. Every startup in our pipeline has been assessed, tested with industrial partners, and prepared for scale.
GRL validated
Pre-seed fund
De-risked Deal Flow
Every startup passes our rigorous GRL assessment and validation with industrial anchor partners before reaching investors.
Patient Capital Model
Our dedicated pre-seed fund is designed for hardtech's longer development cycles, not software timelines.
Industrial Proof, Not Lab Demos
Technologies are validated in real industrial contexts through structured pilots with our 60+ manufacturing partners.
Strategic Focus Areas
Six sectors where Canada has competitive advantage: medtech, aerospace, climate, materials, robotics, and agtech.
Investor Services
Hardtech Investor Days
Regular events with physical demonstrations, financial presentations, and direct access to founders
Due Diligence Support
Technical validation through manufacturing network, market assessment, financial modeling, and expert advisors
Co-Investment Network
Active community of investors, CVCs, angels, family offices, and international VC connections
Join Our Investor Network
Be part of Canada's premier hardtech investment community