The51 Fund 3

vc$50MCo-investsLeads rounds

◆ Fund Size

$50M

◆ Check Size

$1.0M→$5.0M

◆ Location

Canada

◆ Portfolio

4 companies

◆ Activity

Statusactively investing

◆ Links

Website ↗@_the51 on X ↗

◆ Investment Thesis

Investing in female-led companies across health (reproductive, mental, age-related health), wealth (personal and professional financial management), and work (flexible work models, career growth platforms).

◆ About The51

The51 is a Canada-based financial platform and venture firm that invests in ambitious, women-led founders and scalable ventures. Its approach combines capital with a network of investors, operators, and advisors to accelerate growth and reshape who builds wealth and leads companies.

◆ Sectors

FemtechFintechHR Tech

◆ Stages

seed

◆ Geography Focus

Canada

◆ Team

Name	Title	Role	Links
Judy Fairburn	board director	—	in 𝕏
Lauren Robinson	Managing Partner	—	in 𝕏
Shelley Kuipers	Co-Founder and CEO	—	in 𝕏

◆ Notable Investments

Blume SkincareMyFoNLPatentCoralGroundedAICuoralBrilliant HarvestSiftMedNiaHealthRetellioAyrton Energy

◆ Traits

Leads rounds

Co-invests

◆ FAQ

What does The51 Fund 3 invest in?

The51 Fund 3 invests in Femtech, Fintech and HR Tech at the seed stage.

Which geographies does The51 Fund 3 focus on?

The51 Fund 3 focuses on Canada, and is headquartered in Canada.

What is The51 Fund 3's typical check size?

The51 Fund 3 typically writes checks of $1M to $5M.