Fundraising FoxFirst Angel Network Association (FAN)
Angel networkHalifax · Pre-Seed–Series A · 4 people tracked
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Investment thesis
FAN was created by angel investors seeking to strengthen the local Atlantic Canadian economy by helping early-stage companies access growth capital that is otherwise difficult to raise in the region. It delivers a confidential, disciplined, high-quality private equity investment experience while providing education and networking for both new and experienced angels around investment readiness, angel investing and commercialization. The organization aims to expand the regional angel ecosystem, particularly in Newfoundland and Labrador, by bringing more active angels forward to support promising early-stage entrepreneurs.
Source: firm website, verified Sep 27, 2026.
Team · 4 people
from the firm's website
What they invest in
from 5 of 37 portfolio companiesHardware ×2Healthtech ×2Medical Devices ×2SaaS ×2Advanced Manufacturing ×1AI & Machine Learning ×1Biotech ×1Cloud Computing ×1
HQs:Canada×3
Investments · 37 tracked
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ABK Biomedical is a clinical-stage medical device company that develops x-ray visible glass microspheres for Y-90 radioembolization and embolic treatment of cancers such as liver cancer.
BiotechHealthtechMedical DevicesHalifax, CA
Robert Abraham(Co-founder (Interventional Radiologist, MD))inDaniel Boyd(Co-founder (Material Scientist))inSharon Kehoe(Co-founder (Material Scientist))inAnthony Headley(Executive Officer)inGary Donofrio(Executive Officer)inMichael Mangano(Executive Officer, Director)in
Co-investorsEight Roads VenturesF-Prime CapitalVivo Capital
Eigen Innovations develops AI vision software and solutions for manufacturing enterprises to enable digital transformation and improve operational efficiency.
Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareHardwareFredericton
Paul Scherer(Founder)inErin Barrett(Chief Executive Officer)inSCOTT EVERETT(Director)RICKY DUBAY(Director)BILL BARRETT(Director, Promoter)RICHARD JONES(Executive Officer, Director)
Co-investorsCeltic House Asia PartnersEast Valley VenturesMomenta VenturesAGI HOUSE VENTURESAramco VenturesBenchmark+9 more
Intelivote provides electronic voting services that let voters cast ballots by internet and telephone, aimed at increasing voter participation and lowering election costs.
GovTechSaaSHalifax, CA
Co-investorsMaple Leaf Angels
Spring Loaded Technology develops bionic knee braces that enhance leg muscle power output for both therapeutic and athletic applications.
HardwareHealthtechMedical Devices
Co-investorsBoston Harbor AngelsBuild Ventures
TitanFile is an encrypted file-sharing and collaboration platform that lets businesses create secure workspaces to exchange unlimited files and messages with clients and external contacts.
Cloud ComputingCybersecuritySaaS
Other
Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.
AdventusBulldog Interactive FitnessChinova BioworksClearRiskCovina Biomedical Inc.DeCell Technologies Inc.DementiaGuideGeode TechGreen Imaging Technologies Inc.Hoops Innovation Inc.Immunovaccine Ltd.Insight Foods LimitedInterview RocketIron AppleKings WharfKnowCharge Inc.MedrunnerMetamaterial Technologies Inc.NB BioMatrix IncNovawise Inc.Open Ocean Systems Inc.Origin BioMed Inc.PhotoDynamic IncRuptureSealSafe Harbour SecuritysageCrowd Inc.Skillz Systems Inc.Solace Power Inc.ThyroChekUniqueWellTrackZengo Inc.
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has First Angel Network Association (FAN) made?
- First Angel Network Association (FAN) has 37 tracked investments.
- What stage does First Angel Network Association (FAN) invest at?
- First Angel Network Association (FAN) invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A stages.
- What sectors does First Angel Network Association (FAN) focus on?
- First Angel Network Association (FAN) focuses on Sector Agnostic.
- Where is First Angel Network Association (FAN) located?
- First Angel Network Association (FAN) is headquartered in Halifax, CA.
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