Sandpiper Ventures

General contacts

Investor type

Founded

2022

AUM

$20 M

Location

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Investment Ticket

$1-5 m

Investment Stage

Seed Series A Late Stage (Series C+)

Region of investment

North America Europe Asia

ESG Focus

Women

Investor profile last updated: 16 August, 2026

Profile

Sandpiper Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, founded in 2022 by a team of experienced women leaders including Cathy Bennett, Rhiannon Davies, and Sarah Young. The firm is known for its high-conviction approach, focusing on tech-enabled companies that are often overlooked by traditional networks. Sandpiper Ventures leverages its global networks and deep industry expertise to identify and support high-performing companies.

The firm invests primarily in early-stage companies across various tech-enabled sectors, including AI, healthcare, and consumer services. While specific check sizes are not disclosed, Sandpiper Ventures operates with a disciplined investment model aimed at delivering superior returns. The firm manages Sandpiper Ventures Fund I, launched in 2020 with $20 million in assets under management, and Sandpiper Ventures Fund II, which is currently open.

Notable investments by Sandpiper Ventures include Callia - a flower delivery service, BeginAI - AI tools for startups, Coloursmith - custom eyewear technology, Denova - sustainable healthcare materials, Fable - home goods, Gotcare - healthcare services, and ProcedureFlow - process management software. These investments highlight the firm's focus on technology-driven solutions across diverse sectors.

Industry

AI Technology HealthTech HRTech ClimateTech Consumer Services (B2C) Healthcare Services Software Fashion/Beauty Edtech Education

Sandpiper Ventures Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
Sandpiper Ventures Fund I	Venture Capital (VC)	Healthcare Services AI	Seed Series A	Europe	$5-10 m	$20 M	August 2020
Sandpiper Ventures Fund II	Venture Capital (VC)	Software Healthcare Services Fashion/Beauty Edtech Education Consumer Services (B2C) ClimateTech HRTech HealthTech Technology AI	Seed Series A Late Stage (Series C+)	North America Europe Asia	$1-5 m	—	January 2025

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SARAH YOUNG Founding and Managing Partner

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RHIANNON DAVIES Founding and Managing Partner

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FAQs about Sandpiper Ventures

Is Sandpiper Ventures a venture capital or private equity firm?

Sandpiper Ventures is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Seed, Series A and Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $1-5 m.

Where is Sandpiper Ventures located?

Sandpiper Ventures is located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.

When was Sandpiper Ventures founded?

Sandpiper Ventures was founded in 2022.

What sectors and industries does Sandpiper Ventures invest in?

Sandpiper Ventures invests in companies and startups in AI, Technology, HealthTech, HRTech, ClimateTech, Consumer Services (B2C), Healthcare Services, Software, Fashion/Beauty, Edtech, Education.

What is Sandpiper Ventures geographical focus of investments?

Sandpiper Ventures invests in companies and startups in North America, Europe, Asia.

At what stages of companies and startups does Sandpiper Ventures typically invest in?

Sandpiper Ventures invests in companies and startups at Seed, Series A, Late Stage (Series C+).

What is the usual amount of Sandpiper Ventures investment?

Sandpiper Ventures usually invests $1-5 m on average.

What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for Sandpiper Ventures?

Sandpiper Ventures has around $20m assets under management.

When was Sandpiper Ventures last fund created?

Sandpiper Ventures last fund was created/launched in 2020-08-10

Does Sandpiper Ventures invest and support LGBTQ, female and other minorities startups and founders?

Sandpiper Ventures invests and supports Women startups and founders.

What are the contacts of Sandpiper Ventures?

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