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Brdg secures $850,000 CAD in pre-seed funding to modernize construction financing with the help of Forum Ventures and strategic investors.

PRIVATEAug 17, 2026•about 13 hours ago

Amount Raised

$850,000

Round Type

Pre-Seed

MontrealSoftwareReal EstateConstruction

Investors

Forum Ventures

Description

Brdg has closed $850,000 CAD in pre-seed funding to help real estate developers navigate financing construction projects in Canada. The company aims to simplify the construction draw process using AI. This funding round was raised through a simple agreement for future equity. The investment includes participation from New York’s Forum Ventures and undisclosed strategic investors.

Company Information

Company

Brdg

Location

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

About

Brdg is a construction tech startup that aims to modernize construction financing for real estate developers, cost consultants, and lenders in Canada. Founded in 2024 by Ness Cabessa, Samuel Brand, and Daniel Bensoussan, Brdg's platform replaces fragmented spreadsheets and manual workflows with centralized software that automates document collection and compliance reviews. By leveraging AI, Brdg simplifies the construction draw process, ultimately helping to save time and reduce inefficiencies in the industry.

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