TELUS Pollinator Fund for Good

We are incredibly proud to share our second annual impact report, showcasing our progress with nearly $40 million invested, shining the spotlight on our 26 purpose-driven startups: ??Caring for our planet: Flash Forest, Mycocycle, Inc. Hohonu Terra.do Tidal Vision LimeLoop ??Responsible agriculture: Propagate Nectar Technologies GoodrCo. Fresh City Goodmylk Co. TMRW Foods ?Transforming healthcare: Gotcare, Eli Health, Cosm Medical ManagingLife Pocket Naloxone Corp. ??Inclusive Communities: Virtual Gurus Shoelace Learning (builders of Dreamscape) moozoom Raven Indigenous Capital Partners BKR Capital Windmill Microlending Rhiza Capital EliteGamingLIVE ScaleGood Fund LP ?? We’re also excited to be publicly releasing the Pollinator Impact Navigation Tool, designed to help startups level up impact management and measurement. A huge thank you to our founders and portfolio companies for letting us support your journey as you grow your impact and mission! Read about our impact, our amazing portfolio companies, plus the new Pollinator Impact Navigation Tool at https://lnkd.in/g-iXW82F #FutureFriendly #socialcapitalism #socialpurpose #TeamTELUS #healthcare #sustainableagriculture #careeconomy? #climateresilience? #impact #impactinvesting #impactmeasurement

Join us in congratulating our Co-Founders, Nuha Siddiqui and Kritika Tyagi, who have been named two of this year’s Rising Stars by Toronto Life (SJC). View the entire annual list of Rising Stars that are shaping our city and the world below: https://lnkd.in/eEpzUGjH #erthos #erthosAI? #DeepLearning? #RisingStars2024? #MaterialScience? #SustainableInnovation

?? The TELUS Pollinator Fund for Good is taking impact to the next level! By shifting to later-stage investments, we’re expanding our support for companies ready to scale globally and make a significant difference. In the article below, our Managing Partner, Terry Doyle, shares insights into how the TELUS Pollinator Fund for Good is evolving and driving growth for impactful innovations. #SocialImpact #ImpactInvesting #CVC #GVC #VC

At the TELUS Pollinator Fund for Good, we are proud to have invested in companies that delivered improved products and services to 1.5 ?????????????? people in 2023. By supporting innovators like Dryad Networks, Flash Forest, Gotcare, and Waymap, we can?continue driving positive change in education, healthcare, agriculture, and climate solutions. Together, we’re building a better, more sustainable future for all. #TGV #ImactInvesting #SocialImpacts #VC #Innovation #Dryad #FlashForest #Gotcare #Waymap

At the TELUS Pollinator Fund for Good, we are proud to have invested in companies that delivered improved products and services to 1.5 ?????????????? people in 2023. By supporting innovators like Dryad Networks, Flash Forest, Gotcare, and Waymap, we can?continue driving positive change in education, healthcare, agriculture, and climate solutions. Together, we’re building a better, more sustainable future for all. #TGV #ImactInvesting #SocialImpacts #VC #Innovation #Dryad #FlashForest #Gotcare #Waymap

Thank you Canadian Venture Capital & Private Equity Association (CVCA) & The Ivey Academy at Ivey Business School for inviting our Strategy Associate, Mary Ma, CPA to join the Oct 7-11 second cohort of the Women Venture Forward Program, designed to prepare the next generation of women for the unique challenges and growth opportunities in Canada's venture capital sector. This opportunity was enriching and inspirational to hear from a diversity of brilliant speakers including Kim Furlong, Janet Bannister, Eva Lau, Sydney Robinson, Alex Baker, Laurel Steinfield, Sarah Willson and others who have encouraged Mary Ma, CPA, and her cohort to push boundaries to drive innovation and value creation across the Venture Capital community to promote an equitable future for all! Given its success, the #CVCA is currently accepting applications until November 1st for its third cohort of female candidates looking to navigate and inspire change within the private capital investment landscape (details here https://lnkd.in/gYf-_u5Q) #WomeninVC #CVCA #TheIveyAcademy?

With wildfires in Canada growing more unpredictable and dangerous, early detection is more crucial than ever. That’s why we’re working with the TELUS Pollinator Fund for Good to bring innovative solutions to the table. ???? At Dryad Networks, we’re rolling out a solar-powered, ultra-early wildfire detection system. Our gas sensors act like an “electronic nose,” detecting fires at their earliest stages—before they spread out of control. By shortening the time between fire ignition and detection, we’re helping prevent wildfires from becoming devastating events. As the climate changes and wildfires become more frequent, it’s technology like ours that will make a real difference. Thanks to TELUS and Justis Cooper for this great video! ?? #wildfireprevention #climateaction #earlydetection #forestprotection #techforgood #innovation #sustainability #solarpower #environmentalimpact #canadawildfires #smartforests #teluspollinatorfund #firemanagement #greentechnology #startupcollaboration

We are wishing for safety for all of those impacted by #Hurricanes #Helene and #Milton. A month ago, Lee County Emergency Management began deploying Hohonu sensors throughout the county in anticipation of a hurricane event. Hurricane Helene, and now Milton, have since then devastated the Florida coastline. Hohonu sensors deployed at sites like New Pass Bridge recorded extreme #storm #surge in both events, and others like Matlacha Bridge yesterday survived a direct hit from a #tornado. Not all of our sensors survived, but many have. We hope this data can be used to better inform decisions in real-time, as well as for future events. Disclaimer: The image shown references data in the NAVD88 datum. This data will soon be converted to MHHW, the datum typically used for flooding events, as soon as each respective monitoring location has been installed for at least 35 days.

Wildfires are one of the most pressing challenges in the fight against climate change. At Dryad Networks, we’re tackling this issue with IoT technology designed for ultra-early wildfire detection. ???? Our CEO, Carsten Brinkschulte, recently spoke to Business Insider about how we developed Silvanet—an innovative solution using AI-powered sensors to detect fires in the smoldering phase before they become catastrophic. From overcoming technical challenges to building a scalable, solar-powered mesh network, this was no easy feat. But we’re driven by our mission to protect forests and reduce global CO2 emissions. Many thanks to Erin Greenawald for the chat. https://lnkd.in/ezwcQuBV #climatechange #greentech #sustainability #wildfireprevention #carbonreduction #climatetech #forestconservation #iot #ai #cleantech #environment #renewableenergy #solarpower #smarttechnology #wildfires #carbonemissions #forestmanagement #impactinvesting #techforgood #climateaction

?? How to Pitch to an Impact-Focused CVC ?? If you’re a founder looking to scale a startup in climate, healthcare, or social impact, navigating the world of impact-focused corporate venture capital (CVC) can feel daunting. But with the right approach, securing both financial and impact returns is within reach. In this new article, Ka-Hay Law dives into what it takes to effectively pitch to impact-focused CVCs like TELUS Global Ventures (TGV)'s TELUS Pollinator Fund for Good. From building a rock-solid business case to demonstrating clear impact intentionality, this guide provides founders with actionable steps to make the best impression. Check it out to learn more about how to scale your mission! ?? #ImpactInvesting #VentureCapital #ClimateTech #SocialImpact #HealthcareInnovation #TGV #CVC #Entrepreneurship