
The UAECAN Bilateral Fund
A next generation bilateral investment fund with a strategic focus on the UAE and Canada
ABOUT US
The UAECAN Bilateral Fund is a UAE and Canada based fund that attracts global & local investors and portfolio companies and provides them with access to both markets, for the benefit of both ecosystems. We connect global capital and companies with two economies whose strengths complement each other, helping businesses grow faster and further while strengthening innovation and investment in Canada and the United Arab Emirates.
OUR ECOSYSTEM
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The UAE & Canada
The UAE is a strategic gateway connecting the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and Europe. With world-class infrastructure, a business-friendly environment, access to global capital, and a strong drive for innovation and economic diversification, it is an ideal platform for companies looking to expand internationally. Its strengths in aviation and aerospace, logistics, AI and digital technology, and clean energy create significant opportunities for investment and collaboration. For the Fund, the UAE is a base for connecting Canadian and international businesses with regional investors, customers, and partners, while helping UAE-based companies access the Canadian market.
Canada offers an innovation-driven economy backed by world-class research institutions, highly skilled talent, and a strong entrepreneurial ecosystem. As a gateway to North American markets, it gives businesses access to a sophisticated consumer base and established investment networks. Its strengths in aerospace, technology and AI, clean energy, and minerals and mining creates significant potential for cross-border investment. For the Fund, Canada is a platform for connecting Canadian companies with UAE capital, partners, and regional markets, helping them expand internationally and build partnerships that create lasting value for both economies.
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For Investors
UCBF gives investors access to high-growth companies across two complementary innovation ecosystems, with exposure to aviation and aerospace, energy and clean tech, AI and digital assets, minerals and mining, and logistics and supply chain. Cross-border collaboration increases deal flow, opens co-investment opportunities, and lets companies validate and scale in both North American and Middle Eastern markets. By connecting entrepreneurs, research institutions, corporate partners, and government programs, we reduce commercialization barriers and build a stronger pipeline of investment-ready companies with global growth potential.
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For Portfolio Companies
UCBF provides connections to venture capital, institutional investors, sovereign wealth funds, family offices, and strategic corporate investors across two world class ecosystems. Faster commercialization & access to real-world testing, pilot programs, and demonstration opportunities by connecting portfolio companies with airlines, airports, OEMs, government agencies, and strategic industry partners in both regions.
MEET OUR EXPERTS
The visionaries behind our bilateral initiatives
Mauro Vaccaro
Partner
Managing Partner, limestone Advisory
UAE
Partner
Ex CEO of NeoVision Ventures
UAE
Partner
Advisor to Lune Rouge and Ex Hub71
UAE

Senior Advisor
Partner & Senior VP , EY-Parthenon
Canada


