NBIF Startup Investment Fund

Early-stage startups in New Brunswick that are working to prove the commercial potential of a new product or technology often reach a point where bootstrapping is no longer enough. The NBIF Startup Investment Fund is designed for that moment, helping innovative companies move from concept or early traction toward a viable, scalable business. Delivered by the New Brunswick Innovation Foundation, this program provides early capital to support startups that are addressing unmet market needs and building solutions with broader growth potential.

Through this fund, eligible New Brunswick-based startups can access up to around $200,000 in pre-seed investment to refine, test, and commercialize their offering. Rather than a traditional grant, the support is structured as an equity-style investment, reflecting NBIF’s role as an early-stage investor. The focus is on helping companies strengthen their product, validate demand, and build momentum toward a future seed or Series A round, typically within the next year or so. Startups with early adopters, initial revenue, or other signs of market validation may be particularly well positioned.

The Startup Investment Fund looks closely at the overall business opportunity, including the team, market size, and long-term scalability, with an emphasis on building and growing the company from New Brunswick. For founders planning their next stage of growth and exploring smart ways to finance it, learning more about this investment opportunity can help clarify whether it fits their fundraising strategy.