About NBIF

We’re an independent non-profit corporation that specializes in venture capital and research investments.

Dedicated to building innovation in our province, we deliver the resources and expertise required to achieve new opportunities, growth, and advancements in New Brunswick.  

With over $100 million invested, plus $457 million more leveraged from other sources, the NBIF has helped to create over 113 companies, fund 494 applied research projects, and recruit 75 professors to the province since its inception in 2003.  All of the NBIF’s investment returns go back into the Foundation to be re-invested in other startups and research initiatives.

It’s our mission to help bring innovative research and promising new business opportunities to life. Innovation stimulates the economy, promotes productivity, and has the power to directly impact and improve the every day lives of New Brunswickers.