Golden Opportunities Fund
Venture capitalSaskatoon Β· Seed
Investment thesis
Golden Opportunities Fund operates as a Retail Venture Capital fund focused on Saskatchewan, allowing local residents to invest at home in local companies. Investors receive 32.5% in provincial tax credits in addition to standard RRSP benefits. The fund emphasizes keeping capital within the province to generate positive local economic impact and help build the regional economy, positioning itself as a community-oriented, locally focused investment opportunity.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
What they invest in
from 28 of 45 portfolio companiesHardware Γ9AgTech Γ7Consumer Γ7Enterprise Software Γ6Retail Tech Γ6Advanced Manufacturing Γ5SaaS Γ5AI & Machine Learning Γ4
HQs:CanadaΓ21United StatesΓ3
Who they back
founder profiles across 9 portfolio companiesFounding team size:solo founderΓ62 foundersΓ23 foundersΓ1
Investments Β· 45 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathBy year:2026 Β· 12025 Β· 12015 Β· 13 dated
Avalon Oil & Gas explores, develops, and acquires conventional and thermal heavy oil properties in the Lloydminster region of Alberta and Saskatchewan.
EnergyCalgary, CA
Oil and gas exploration and production company focused on light oil opportunities in Southeast Saskatchewan.
Co-investorsBrightspark Ventures
Alfalfa dehy production facility in Arborfield, Saskatchewan serving international customers.
Chrysalis is a company builder that develops software using timely data to create digital-meets-personal customer moments, applied in sectors such as retail and hospitality.
Enterprise SoftwareRetail TechSaaSCincinnati, US
Christopher KrywulakinEdward Jackson(Manager, Chief Operating Officer)Nathan Ellis(Manager, President and Chief Executive Officer)
BoardMichael Venerable(Manager)in
Co-investorsCincyTech
Oil and gas company capitalizing diverse portfolio of emerging plays with proven management teams.
Degelman Industries is a manufacturer of farming implements, serving agricultural customers primarily in Canada and the United States with a small international presence.
Advanced ManufacturingAgTechHardwareRaymore, CA
Wilf Degelman(Founder)
Fourth generation family-owned consumer-packaged meat company with products sold in major Western Canadian grocery chains.
Diversified manufacturing group founded in 1947 with four independent companies in industrial equipment and processing sectors.
Dyna Crane Services manufactures custom overhead cranes, below-the-hook lifting devices, and engineered lifting solutions for heavy-duty material handling in industrial applications.
Advanced ManufacturingConstruction TechHardwareSaskatchewan, CA
DynaIndustrial is a fully integrated machining and fabrication company serving mining, steel, pipe, oil and gas industries with custom design and build projects, heavy industrial equipment repair, and medium-volume component production.
Advanced ManufacturingEnergyHardwareRegina, CA
LiORA develops science-based technology and instrumentation for continuous soil-site monitoring and remediation, turning field data into actionable decisions for clients.
AI & Machine LearningCleantechClimate TechHardwareIoTAlberta, CA
Steven Siciliano(CEO & Co-Founder)in
Co-investorsStartup TNT
Oil and gas company developing light oil prospects in Saskatchewan with experienced management teams.
Fluid Clarification designs and supplies filtration and separation systems that remove liquids and solids from gas or liquid streams for industrial plants.
Advanced ManufacturingEnergyHardware
Golden Health Care operates long-term residential care facilities for seniors requiring support with daily living, offering personalized care services including assistance with personal hygiene, medication management, and activities in a home-like community setting.
HealthtechWellness & Fitness
Ground Truth Ag develops an AI-powered benchtop system that grades grain in real-time by analyzing visual and non-visual factors using machine vision and near-infrared spectroscopy.
AgTechAI & Machine LearningHardwareIoTSaskatchewan, US
Kyle Folk(Chief Executive Officer)in
Co-investorsEmmertechTall Grass VenturesConexus Venture Capital
Headversity provides a workplace mental health platform offering proactive resilience and mental fitness training plus an implementation system that translates standards like ISO 45003 and the MHCC National Standard into actionable programs.
Enterprise SoftwareHealthtechHR TechMental HealthWellness & Fitness
Dr. Ryan Todd(Founder)
Co-investorsLevel Equity
Leading metal recycler in Western Canada established in 1967, family-owned and operated.
Jump.ca is a Saskatchewan-based retailer and service provider selling wireless devices, internet, accessories, and home and business security, operating 18 locations across six cities.
ConsumerCybersecurityE-commerceHardwareRetail TechRegina, CA
Co-investorsFulcrum Capital Partners Inc.
LiORA develops soil monitoring and remediation technology to help clients restore and repair contaminated soils using science-based instrumentation and data systems.
AgTechAI & Machine LearningCleantechClimate TechData & InfrastructureDeep TechGovTechImpact & Social GoodIoTSaskatoon, CA
Steven Siciliano(CEO & Co-Founder)in
Co-investorsBDC Sustainability Venture FundCo.LabsBDC Capital Corporation
Long-standing Saskatchewan excavating company providing high-quality work and services.
Life sciences company based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
Paradigm is a Canadian-owned IT and business consulting firm that helps organizations modernize legacy systems, manage projects, and undertake business transformation.
Enterprise SoftwareFuture of Work
Performance Plants Inc.
AgTechBiotechClimate TechKingston, CA
Dr. Yafan Huang(Chief Executive Officer)Dr. Jiangxin Wan(President & Chief Technology Officer)
BoardDr. Roger Beachy(Chief Scientific Advisor, Director)
Pivot Furniture is a furniture company that is winding down operations β it is no longer accepting new orders but continues to support existing customers with product manuals and billing through an online account dashboard.
ConsumerE-commerce
Co-investorsMaple VC
Prairie Meats is a Saskatchewan butcher and food producer offering primal meat cuts, sausages, burgers, prepared meals, soups, salads, seafood, and side dishes.
AgTechConsumerFoodTechRetail TechSaskatoon, CA
Gene DupuisLouis Dupuis
Aventura, US
Eduardo Sultan Gampel(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)
Co-investorsAt One VenturesCerity Partners VenturesFulcrum Global CapitalInnovative Solutions CanadaVerdex Capital
Cova provides a point-of-sale and retail management platform built for cannabis and hemp dispensaries, offering compliance, operations, and integrated payment tools (Cova Pay) to help retailers manage single stores and multi-location expansion.
FintechRetail TechSaaS
Gary Cohen(CEO)in
Co-investorsTIMIA Capital
Rivercity Innovations builds IoT solutions including cold chain temperature monitoring sensors (TxH) used by retail stores to reduce food loss and carbon footprint, and asset tracking under its BeeSecure brand.
Climate TechCloud ComputingFoodTechHardwareIoTCanada, CA
Jeff Shirley(Founder & Chief Executive Officer)inSue Timmerman(Chief Operating Officer)inRiley Stevenson(Chief Technology Officer)in
Co-investorsCo.LabsConexus Venture Capital
This page describes RME's (Rocky Mountain Equipment) "Right by You" Ag Society Grant, a community investment program that awards grants to agricultural societies in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba.
AgTechB2B MarketplacesConstruction Tech
Manufacturer and licensor of safety and ergonomic products including anti-slip safety footwear.
SalonScale offers backbar management software that lets salon owners track the exact cost of products used, manage inventory, and improve profitability.
ConsumerRetail TechSaaSWellness & Fitness
Alicia Austin(Founder & CEO)Alicia Soulier(Founder)in
Co-investorsBackbone AngelsCo.LabsGraphite Ventures
Stampede Drilling Inc. is an energy services company providing contract drilling services to the oil and gas industry in Western Canada, operating a fleet of telescopic double and triple drilling rigs.
Construction TechEnergyWestern Canada, CA
Lyle Whitmarsh(Chief Executive Officer)Terry Kuiper(Chief Operating Officer)inJeff Schab(Chief Financial Officer)in
Manufacturing company with facilities designing and launching agricultural equipment sold through extensive dealer network.
Tackpoint manufactures bearings and bearing systems for applications in subsurface, surface, aerospace, and space environments.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechHardwareEdmonton, CA
Taiv operates a smart TV platform for bars, restaurants, gyms, and retail venues across North America that delivers targeted ads and custom content on in-venue screens using AI.
AdTechAI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareMarketing TechMarketplacesMedia & EntertainmentWinnipeg, CA
Jordan Davis(Founder)inNoah Palansky(Founder)inAvi Stoller(Founder)inMitch Conway(CCO)in
Co-investorsCathexis VenturesMu VenturesY CombinatorGarage CapitalIDC VenturesMiami Angels
Three Farmers is a Canadian family business that grows and sells roasted chickpeas and other pulse-based food products sourced from family farms using sustainable practices.
AgTechConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTech
Software company that converts communications data into corporate insights to improve team management and decision-making.
Warman Home Centre is a building supply retail store established in 1984, offering lumber, building materials, hardware, and packages for agriculture (farm buildings, cattle shelters) and home projects (decks, garages, fencing), with professional installation available.
Construction TechConsumerRetail TechWarman, CA
Consolidation of building supply operations in Saskatchewan operating under the Home Hardware brand.
Private oil and gas company focused on Southeast Saskatchewan exploration and production.
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesStampede Drilling Inc. Β· stampededrilling.com Β· Aug 5, 2026
Taiv Β· betakit.com Β· Jul 8, 2026
Rocky Mountain Equipment (RME) Β· www2.fundsforngos.org Β· May 7, 2026
Chrysalis Β· eyeonannapolis.net Β· Apr 28, 2026
Ground Truth Ag Β· ascentstrategy.com Β· Apr 2, 2026
LiORA Β· boereport.com Β· Aug 6, 2025
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Golden Opportunities Fund made?
- Golden Opportunities Fund has 44 tracked investments, including 1 dated in the last 24 months.
- What stage does Golden Opportunities Fund invest at?
- Golden Opportunities Fund invests at the Seed stage.
- What sectors does Golden Opportunities Fund focus on?
- Golden Opportunities Fund focuses on Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Golden Opportunities Fund located?
- Golden Opportunities Fund is headquartered in Saskatoon, CA.
- Who does Golden Opportunities Fund co-invest with?
- Golden Opportunities Fund most often shares deals with Co.Labs, At One Ventures, Brightspark Ventures, among 18 tracked co-investors.
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