YUL Ventures is an early/growth stage venture investor that seeks to support the next generation of entrepreneurs. Founded in 2013, YUL aims to institutionalize active angel investing and become a significant, reliable, and entrepreneur-friendly investment partner in the Montreal technology ecosystem. Backed by first and second generation entrepreneurs and accomplished business leaders, YUL Ventures prioritizes the economic development of the community while also striving for strong returns.

As an investor, YUL Ventures focuses on dynamic teams of entrepreneurs with deep expertise in sizable markets, disruptive products, and early market traction and user acceptance. They typically make minority investments in young companies experiencing early commercial momentum. YUL Ventures utilizes its own capital and collaborates with family offices and qualified private equity investors when necessary.

Their investment strategy involves working closely with existing management teams to accelerate growth and increase the value of businesses. This includes providing capital, marketing expertise, operational refinements, and other resources that may not have been available before. Led by a team of seasoned and well-connected entrepreneurs, including Pascal Pilon, Etienne Borgeat, Frederic Latreille, and Etienne Veilleux, YUL Ventures is committed to contributing to Quebec's entrepreneurial ecosystem and supporting the emerging generation of Quebec entrepreneurs