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Y Combinator will start investing again in Canadian corporations after previously excluding them due to many Canadian startups reincorporating in the US for better funding opportunities. Despite the earlier decision, YC continues to support Canadian founders and startups.
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Y Combinator (YC) has reinstated investments in Canadian corporations alongside those from the US, Cayman Islands, and Singapore. The decision comes after YC previously removed Canada from its investment list, primarily because many top Canadian startups were reincorporating in the US. This trend is driven by Canadian companies seeking better access to investor capital during Demo Day, which is a significant event for fundraising.
YC emphasizes that it has not turned its back on Canadian startups or founders. In fact, the organization continues to invest in dozens of Canadian startups annually and has a robust network of Canadian alumni, which includes Trevor Blackwell, one of YC's co-founders. This move signals a renewed commitment to the Canadian startup ecosystem, inviting Canadian founders to apply for funding and support from YC.
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