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Front Row Ventures Student Fund

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Overview

Front Row Ventures (FRV) operates Canada's first student-run venture capital fund, offering comprehensive programs that train the next generation of venture investors and support student founders. The organization recruits over 50 participants annually—undergraduates, graduates, and post-graduates from diverse backgrounds—and provides a tailored 12-month training program designed to build venture capital expertise and startup ecosystem knowledge. Based in Montreal, Quebec, FRV combines investment activities with educational initiatives across more than 24 Canadian campuses spanning Quebec, Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta.

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How much time does the program take?

Roughly 6–10 hours per week across sourcing, calls and events.

Do Student Investors get paid?

No; the role is volunteer but covers travel and provides extensive training.

What cheque size does FRV write?

Standard investment is a $25 000 SAFE into pre‑seed rounds.

Is the program remote?

Core work is online; bootcamp and quarterly summits are in person.

Can graduate students apply?

Yes—master’s and PhD candidates are welcome.

Does FRV take board seats?

Student Investors often take observer seats with support from Real Ventures.

What industries do you fund?

Primarily B2B software, with openness to deep‑tech and healthtech.

Do I need prior VC experience?

No—founder empathy, hustle and curiosity matter most.

How many deals does each cohort fund?

Typically 6–8 per region for about 20 deals nationwide each year.

What happens after graduation?

Alumni join a private Slack, referral network and periodic masterclasses.

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