Réseau d'investissement social du Québec
Impact investorMontréal · Pre-Seed · 22 people tracked
Investment thesis
RISQ supports the emergence, growth, and consolidation of social economy enterprises across Quebec by providing accessible, flexible financial tools adapted to each stage of a company's development. Operating since 1997 as a venture capital fund manager, it prioritizes people and employment over capital, backs projects with social utility and community impact, and offers human-scale financing with flexible repayment and guarantee terms. RISQ leverages deep knowledge of the social economy and regional development networks, works with local and regional economic development partners, and invests across diverse sectors throughout Quebec. It also connects enterprises to complementary financing via the Fiducie du Chantier de l'économie sociale.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 22 people
from the firm's website
Investment director for specialized funds; currently on maternity leave.
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Réseau d'investissement social du Québec invest at?
- Réseau d'investissement social du Québec invests at the Pre-Seed stage.
- What is Réseau d'investissement social du Québec's typical check size?
- Réseau d'investissement social du Québec typically writes checks of $1K – $10K.
- What sectors does Réseau d'investissement social du Québec focus on?
- Réseau d'investissement social du Québec focuses on Impact & Social Good, Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Réseau d'investissement social du Québec located?
- Réseau d'investissement social du Québec is headquartered in Montréal, CA.
- Does Réseau d'investissement social du Québec lead rounds?
- Réseau d'investissement social du Québec typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
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