Have General Purpose Models Changed the Rules for Startup Investment?

By Hessie Jones Large Language Models (LLMs), since their introduction three years ago, have upended how software is developed. Vibe coding is here, and anyone with a good idea now can build solutions from prompts and create a working prototype in… Continue reading Have General Purpose Models Changed the Rules for Startup Investment?

So, You Want to Be an Angel Investor? A Beginner’s Guide to Smart Startup Investing

By Mehr Sokhanda Venturing into the world of angel investing can be both thrilling and daunting. The promise of being part of the next big innovation is exciting—but without the… Continue reading So, You Want to Be an Angel Investor? A Beginner’s Guide to Smart Startup Investing

Brampton’s Innovation Agenda: How to Build a City of Innovators

Every city competing in the innovation economy faces the same challenge: how to turn potential into reality. That means investing not just in sectors, but in systems that make it easier for good ideas to grow, for founders to get funded and for communities to see the impact of progress. In Brampton, that work is already underway, with key improvements and investments in sectors such as food innovation, space and medical technology.

Harnessing AI and Biology: stoked bio’s Vision for Next-Generation Drug Discovery

We sat down with Jeff Skinner, the winner of the First Look Pitch Competition at the Founder and Funders Event, to learn more about the company and how the marriage between AI and biology will hasten the process towards medical cures.

The Tech Growth and Grid Strain to Power an AI Economy

By Hessie Jones In Canada, the requirement for a modern energy system is met with more urgency today. The energy demands fueled by artificial intelligence and the appetite for data… Continue reading The Tech Growth and Grid Strain to Power an AI Economy

Behind the Deal: How Angels Evaluate Founders, Markets, and Red Flags

By Ishpreet Khanuja There is no textbook for becoming an effective angel investor, just as there is no script for building a high-growth startup that attracts early-stage capital. But when… Continue reading Behind the Deal: How Angels Evaluate Founders, Markets, and Red Flags

Rethinking MedTech: What Investors Need to Know About the Future of Healthcare Innovation

By Mehr Sokhanda As the global healthcare sector faces mounting challenges—from aging populations to rising costs—technology stands at the forefront of transformation. In a recent session hosted by Brampton Angels,… Continue reading Rethinking MedTech: What Investors Need to Know About the Future of Healthcare Innovation

IP and Angel Investing: What Founders and Investors Need to Know

By Mehr Sokhanda When it comes to early-stage investing, few assets can differentiate a startup more than intellectual property (IP). Yet, for many investors—and even some founders—IP remains poorly understood,… Continue reading IP and Angel Investing: What Founders and Investors Need to Know

Navigating Tax Implications in Angel Investing: Key Insights from HS & Partners

By Mehr Sokhanda Angel investing offers exciting opportunities to support innovation and generate returns, but it also comes with important tax considerations. At a recent Brampton Angels 101 session, Louis… Continue reading Navigating Tax Implications in Angel Investing: Key Insights from HS & Partners

NACO Summit 2025

Brampton Angels at the 2025 NACO Summit Save Your Spot – Plus, an Exclusive Discount Code Inside! Brampton Angels is excited to participate in the upcoming 2025 NACO Summit, a… Continue reading NACO Summit 2025