Relay Ventures
Venture capitalToronto Β· Pre-SeedβSeed
Investment thesis
Relay Ventures targets companies that combine unconventional approaches with solutions to major market problems in sectors primed for rapid expansion. The firm's thesis centers on urbantechβincluding software and hardware for autonomous systems, robotics, and human-assistance technologiesβand fintech innovations that modernize money movement across insurance, wealth management, enterprise, and consumer banking channels.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 21, 2026.
What they invest in
from 17 of 49 portfolio companiesAI & Machine Learning Γ5SaaS Γ5Enterprise Software Γ4Consumer Γ3Data & Infrastructure Γ3PropTech Γ3Cloud Computing Γ2Future of Work Γ2
HQs:United StatesΓ8CanadaΓ3
Investments Β· 49 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathteaBOT manufactures and operates a robotic tea-brewing machine offered as an amenity service to offices and showrooms across North America. The service helps workplaces build community and employee engagement through shared ritual and workplace well-being.
ConsumerEnterprise SoftwareFuture of WorkHardwareHR TechWellness & FitnessToronto, CA
Rehman Merali(Founder)inRehman(Founder)Chris Deutsch(Re-Founder)
Populus provides data and software platforms that help cities manage mobility planning and decision-making. The company serves public agencies and mobility operators seeking to evaluate impacts of shared mobility services and plan sustainable transportation systems.
Data & InfrastructureGovTechMobility & TransportationSan Francisco, US
Regina Clewlow(Co-Founder, Chief Executive Officer)Fletcher Foti(Co-Founder, Chief Data Scientist)Regina Clewlaw(Co-Founder, Chief Executive Officer)
Bird operates a shared electric scooter and e-bike service designed to reduce car trips and emissions in urban environments across multiple continents.
CleantechMobility & TransportationSanta Monica, US
Blue J is an AI-powered platform providing tax research and analysis tools for tax professionals and accountants across North America and the UK. The company uses generative AI to help navigate complex tax law and deliver clarity on tax regulations.
AI & Machine LearningLegalTechSaaSToronto, CA
Benjamin Alarie(CEO)Albert Yoon(Co-founder)Anthony Niblett(Co-founder)
Greenlight offers a debit card and mobile app for children that enables parents to set spending limits, automate chores and allowance management, and monitor transactions in real-time. The platform serves families seeking financial literacy tools and parental oversight for their children's spending.
ConsumerFintechAtlanta, US
Intro is an online marketplace that enables users to book video consultations with in-demand experts across various fields such as interior design and entrepreneurship. The platform connects knowledge seekers with experienced professionals who offer paid advice and guidance.
B2B MarketplacesConsumerMarketplaces
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Kiip is a free case management platform designed for community programs and social service organizations to manage clients, documents, case notes, and referrals in a centralized system. The platform integrates with the Findhelp provider network to facilitate referrals and improve service coordination for vulnerable populations.
GovTechSaaS
League provides a platform for healthcare brands to deliver personalized, integrated consumer experiences through AI-based tools. The platform connects fragmented healthcare ecosystems to improve member engagement and reduce operational costs.
AI & Machine LearningDigital HealthHealthtech
Occupier provides lease administration software for commercial real estate teams at multi-location businesses, centralizing lease data, automating critical date alerts, and enabling real-time portfolio visibility. The platform helps lease administrators and portfolio managers track renewal dates, landlord obligations, and key lease milestones across their entire property portfolio.
Enterprise SoftwarePropTechSaaSBoston, US
Nymi develops wearable authentication devices and connected worker solutions for Industry 4.0 environments, using ECG-based biometric identification to enable secure, persistent access and digital interactions. The company serves industrial and enterprise customers seeking advanced identity and access management technologies.
CybersecurityEnterprise SoftwareHardwareIoTToronto, CA
Karl MartinFoteini Agrafioti
PubNub provides a platform for building real-time interactive applications with messaging, presence detection, and edge computing capabilities. The service enables developers to deploy scalable, globally distributed apps with low latency and high reliability for use cases including chat, virtual events, and IoT device control.
Cloud ComputingData & InfrastructureDeveloper ToolsIoT<UNKNOWN>
System is a Public Benefit Corporation building a systems-based architecture to organize the world's interconnected knowledge, powered by AI, for decision-making and resource allocation across health, climate, economy, and security sectors.
AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureHealthtechSector Agnostic
TouchBistro is an all-in-one POS and restaurant management system that provides restaurateurs with payment processing, online ordering, reservations, and related tools. The platform helps restaurant operators increase sales, improve guest experiences, and reduce operational costs.
FoodTechRetail TechSaaS
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Tynker is a digital learning platform providing coding curriculum and courses for children through schools and parents. The company serves students globally with programming education designed to build computer science and critical thinking skills.
AI & Machine LearningEdTechChicago, US
UJET provides contact center software that integrates with Microsoft Teams, enabling customer service agents to collaborate with internal experts and efficiently resolve customer issues through streamlined workflows and real-time communication. The platform serves contact centers and customer support operations seeking to improve first-call resolution and agent productivity.
AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingEnterprise SoftwareFuture of WorkSaaSSan Francisco, US
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Relay Ventures invest at?
- Relay Ventures invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What sectors does Relay Ventures focus on?
- Relay Ventures focuses on Fintech, InsurTech, Mobility & Transportation, Robotics.
- Where is Relay Ventures located?
- Relay Ventures is headquartered in Toronto, US.
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