Awz Ventures
Awz Ventures is a Canadian venture capital company that invests in deep-technology solutions, combining business, technology, and investment experts with security and intelligence minds.
Last updated September 2, 2026
Overview
Awz Ventures is a Canadian venture capital company founded in 2016 by Yaron Ashkenazi. It is based in Canada, Israel, and the US with offices in the UK. The firm manages over $500 million across four funds and focuses on investing in multi-purpose, defensive technologies with commercial potential.
History
Awz Ventures was launched in 2016 by Yaron Ashkenazi, a 30-year security, intelligence, technology & business veteran. The firm is based in Canada, Israel & the US with offices in the UK. It manages over $500 million across four funds. In 2019, former Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper joined the firm as partner and President of the Advisory Committee.
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