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Portage

Fintech-focused venture capital with hands-on support

Overview

Portage backs early-stage fintech startups, from seed to Series C, with typical checks ranging from a few million to tens of millions. It combines capital with a hands-on value creation program, helping portfolio companies with go-to-market, enterprise sales, cybersecurity, and M&A through a dedicated team and global network. As the VC arm of Sagard, Portage draws on a large asset-management ecosystem and its international footprint, with offices in Toronto, Montreal, New York, Paris, and London, to support growth. Its goal is to help fintech entrepreneurs scale quickly and sustainably by providing funding, guidance, and access to global partners.

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About Portage

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Why Portage is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Venture CapitalFintechFinancial Services

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$3.7B

Headquarters

Toronto, Canada

Founded

2016

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What believers are saying

  • Portage closed Ventures Fund IV at US$600 million on September 16, 2026.
  • Broadridge and Fifth Third Bank joined Fund IV as strategic limited partners.
  • FINN raised €140 million on June 29, 2026; Portage led the unicorn round.

What critics are saying

  • Portage Fintech Outlook 2026 showed Portage index down 24.8% through early April 2026.
  • Generalist VC capital shifted to AI, tightening fintech fundraising since 2025.
  • Closed exits trap Portage's $600 million Fund IV and pressure fundraising by 2030.

What makes Portage unique

  • Portage spans Venture, Growth Equity, and Secondaries across 140-plus fintech portfolio companies.
  • Adam Felesky and Paul Desmarais III anchor Sagard-backed fintech access across Toronto, New York, Paris.
  • Portage adds GTM, compliance, cybersecurity, and M&A support to seed-through-Series B founders.

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Funding

Total Funding

$3.7B

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Industry Average

Funded Over

0 Rounds

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Remote Work Options

Company News

Latam Fintech Hub
Oct 6th, 2026
Mexican fintech Kontempo raises $10.5M Series A for AI-powered industrial credit platform

Kontempo, a Mexican fintech modernising industrial trade credit, has raised $10.5 million in Series A funding. The round was co-led by Portage and IGNIA, with participation from Tectonic, MSAD, and other investors. This brings Kontempo's total debt and equity capital raised to over $40 million. The company uses artificial intelligence and financial infrastructure to help industrial suppliers manage commercial credit end-to-end. Its platform automates portfolio management, collections, and reconciliation whilst providing credit assessment tools and integrated financing options. Since launch, Kontempo has processed over $180 million in payment volume across more than 50,000 transactions. Clients include Cemex, Ternium, and Comex across sectors such as construction materials, steel, and manufacturing. The new capital will support product development, AI-powered operational tools, and expansion amongst enterprise suppliers and distributors in Mexico.

The Next Web
Sep 18th, 2026
Angle Health raises $600m at a $2.7bn valuation

Angle Health raised $600m at $2.7bn, led by London's Vitruvian Partners. Two thirds of the round is a secondary that priced at $2.5bn.

Yahoo Finance
Sep 18th, 2026
Angle Health raises $600M at $2.7B valuation to expand affordable healthcare for small businesses

Angle Health, an AI-native healthcare benefits platform, has raised $600 million at a $2.7 billion valuation. The round comprises a $200 million Series C and a $400 million tender offer, led by Vitruvian Partners with participation from Town Hall Ventures, Blumberg Capital, Portage Ventures, PruVen Capital, and Y Combinator. The San Francisco-based company serves over 5,000 employers across 47 states, enabling small businesses to offer customised healthcare benefits. Angle Health reported 120% year-over-year growth and nearly $1 billion in annualised premium-equivalents, with four consecutive quarters of profitability. The platform addresses rising healthcare costs for small and midsize businesses through AI-driven technology and personalised care access. Angle Health's median renewal rate increases of 5-7% compare favourably to the 18% market median for small and midsize businesses.

PR Newswire
Sep 16th, 2026
Portage closes $600M Ventures Fund IV, reaching $7B AUM after decade in fintech

Portage, a global fintech investment platform, has closed its Ventures Fund IV at approximately $600 million. The firm now manages $7 billion in assets across more than 140 portfolio companies in North America, Europe, and beyond. The fundraise attracted new strategic limited partners, including Broadridge and Fifth Third Bank. This milestone marks Portage's tenth year investing in financial technology and services. The firm has expanded from its flagship Venture strategy into a global platform spanning Venture, Growth Equity, and Secondaries. Portage operates as Sagard's fintech investment platform, backing founders across wealth and asset management, banking, insurance, and payments. The firm invests across all stages and provides portfolio companies with support in go-to-market strategy, technology, business acceleration, and partnerships. Legal counsel was provided by Debevoise & Plimpton.

Australian Financial Review
Sep 2nd, 2026
Pearler raises $16M Series A with backing from Eucalyptus co-founder and FIG veteran Chris Cuffe

Sydney-based investing platform Pearler has closed a $16 million Series A funding round after a year-long effort. The eight-year-old company attracted backing from Eucalyptus co-founder Charlie Gearside and FIG veteran Chris Cuffe's Partners Horizon Fund. The investment comes as Pearler, led by co-founder and CEO Nick Nicolaides, continues to develop its platform. The funding round marks a significant milestone for the business as it seeks to expand its operations in the Australian market.

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