VCCI-backed Kensington Capital Partners secures $158 million first close for third venture fund
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Canadian startup news of the week (4/9/23)

Plus: Canadian crypto’s Bizarre Love Triangle. Welcome to BetaKit’s startup stories of the week! Here, you will find the week’s most important news, features,…

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VCCI-backed Kensington Capital Partners secures $158 million first close for third venture fund
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VCCI-backed Kensington Capital Partners secures $158 million first close for third venture fund

Kensington becomes first VCCI-supported fund of funds to announce it has closed financing. Toronto-based Kensington Capital Partners has raised $158 million CAD in the…

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VCCI funding in hand, Kensington Capital Partners targets $290 million third venture fund
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VCCI funding in hand, Kensington Capital Partners targets $290 million third venture fund

With renewed mandate from Government of Canada, Kensington aims to nearly double its previous fund. Kensington Capital Partners has announced plans for its third…

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Inovia raises $420 million CAD for fifth early-stage venture fund
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Inovia raises $420 million CAD for fifth early-stage venture fund

Inovia’s Shawn Abbott says it’s a great time to be a well-capitalized VC. Inovia Capital has secured $420 million CAD ($325 million USD) for…

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