Canterbury Angel Investors

We help young companies get the investment and support they need to achieve high growth.

“Our top priority is to back high-growth potential Kiwi start-ups to maximise their success"

Paul Claridge - Chair

We are Canterbury's #1 Angel Investors

We are here to help young companies with aspirations for high growth get the investment they need to achieve their goals, while generating a healthy return for investors.

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We will consider investments in a broad range of industries, not just technology.

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"I've pitched at most angel groups in NZ by now. Many CA investors are both super-experienced, successful and low-key/approachable. They also wrote decent sized cheques that are meaningful to startups" 

Alex Dong - Founder & CEO, Happy Moose

Latest Investor News & Updates

17 Sept, 2023
Thursday 21st September - 5:30pm - 8pm Venue: PwC Experience Centre, Level 3, 60 Cashel Street, Christchurch Central City This event will bring together investors, entrepreneurs, and industry experts for an evening of networking, pitches, and discussions. We are excited to see you there! If you want to get the insider's view of NZ's most promising new startups, there's no better way to do that than to come along to a Canterbury Angels meetup and meet early-stage startup founders, innovators, and fellow investors. Investing in high-growth startups is high risk but with potentially huge rewards. As an active investor, you will become part of the critical startup and innovation community that is rapidly growing our country's future. It is also an exciting opportunity to see the new Experience Centre at PwC which offers an immersive experience that is unique in Christchurch. It has been developed alongside Ngāi Tahu as a collaborative design facility and proudly connects South Island business leaders to the land and people. Whether you're an experienced angel investor or new to the field, this is an excellent opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and discover new investment opportunities. We have an incredible lineup, including the following companies:
by Gabby Addington 12 Jun, 2023
Tuesday 27th June - 5:30pm - 8pm Venue: Forsyth Barr, 151 Cambridge Terrace Join us for an event that brings together a select group of investors and visionary entrepreneurs, creating a unique opportunity for networking, learning, and exploring exciting investment prospects. We are particularly excited to announce that three Christchurch based esteemed companies - Kea Aerospace, Precision Chroma, and Adaptdefy will be presenting at this event. Join Mark Rocket, Sean Feast and Mike Brown in the spotlight as they captivate you with their groundbreaking concepts and disruptive technologies. 
by Gabby Addington 10 May, 2023
We are excited to partner with Ministry of Awesome to support Electrify Aotearoa 2023 , the women founders conference taking place in Auckland on 1 August. Electrify Aotearoa is an inspiring day where 500 women founders, innovators, and startup leaders will gather to be inspired, educated, and better connected. What to expect at Electrify Aotearoa 2023: A full day of networking sessions, inspirational talks, master classes, and real-world discussions to becoming a successful woman founder A special night-before social event with amazing connection building with other participants, and a few surprises! Delicious food and beverages included throughout the day The opportunity to form meaningful relationships with your peers and get on each other’s wing An opportunity to connect with investors, mentors, and countless women who are on their own journey to build something ambitious! We’re excited for spending an electrifying day with you and all of the incredible women founders of Aotearoa. You can book a ticket now at www.ElectrifyAotearoa.co.nz . Use promo code CA20 to save 20% off your ticket.
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