ISM Arts & Culture Ltd
Impact investorPre-Seed–Growth · 11 people tracked
Investment thesis
ISM operates as a designated organization under Canada's Start-up Visa Program, focused on supporting high-potential immigrant entrepreneurs seeking to build innovative, globally competitive, job-creating businesses in Canada. Through its SUV Incubator, ISM provides business mentoring, network connections, and issues Commitment Certificates and Letters of Support. Start-ups at any stage may apply, with priority given to those having an MVP and experienced teams with relevant domain and business expertise. Applicants lacking an MVP but showing high potential may have MVP development included in their program. ISM does not offer immigration consulting or advise on residence or work permit applications.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 27, 2026.
Team · 11 people
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What they invest in
from 1 of 13 portfolio companiesCleantech ×1Climate Tech ×1GovTech ×1Impact & Social Good ×1Media & Entertainment ×1
HQs:Canada×1
Investments · 13 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathUses machine learning for educational and therapeutic services for children with diverse learning differences (India).
Uses AI to optimize construction resources, improving efficiency and reducing waste (Iran).
Digital platform for engaged and transparent urban planning (Vietnam).
Swiss Innovation Fest Start-up Series offering ISM SUV support to eligible pitch winners (Switzerland).
Reimagined primary and secondary education with Montessori-inspired curriculum (China).
Building a smart cleaning ecosystem for digital management of cleaning, energy, and human resources (China).
Connects microbial realms, technologies, and collaborative R&D platforms in agriculture (India).
Offers handwoven and machine-made rugs via an AI and AR platform (Iran).
Cenosphere-infused car parts for lightweight, eco-friendly, high-performance vehicles (UAE).
App connecting temporary employers and employees with verification and payments (India).
Machinery using solar energy to dehydrate foods for higher quality (Mexico).
Uses AI and AR technologies for online fashion shopping (Iran).
FEST is a public diplomacy initiative in which consulates, embassies, and government and diplomatic organizations host a two-week series of cross-stakeholder events in a city to highlight a country's innovations and foster international collaboration.
CleantechClimate TechGovTechImpact & Social GoodMedia & EntertainmentVancouver, CA
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has ISM Arts & Culture Ltd made?
- ISM Arts & Culture Ltd has 13 tracked investments.
- What stage does ISM Arts & Culture Ltd invest at?
- ISM Arts & Culture Ltd invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Growth stages.
- What sectors does ISM Arts & Culture Ltd focus on?
- ISM Arts & Culture Ltd focuses on Creator Economy, Impact & Social Good, Media & Entertainment, Sector Agnostic.
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