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Meissner

Toronto, Canada

pre-seed$2.6M raisedQuantum ComputingAdvanced MaterialsClimate Tech

◆ Total Raised

$2.6M

◆ Stage

pre-seed

◆ Location

Toronto, Canada

◆ Founded

2025

◆ Team size

1-10

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◆ About Meissner

Toronto-based startup Meissner raised $2.6 million in pre-seed financing to develop superconducting materials for quantum computing, fusion energy, and other applications.

◆ What sets it apart

It combines AI-driven discovery, quantum simulation, and experimental validation to create superconducting materials tailored to specific real-world applications, with an early focus on rare-earth-free and higher-temperature superconductors.

◆ Sectors

Quantum ComputingAdvanced MaterialsClimate Tech

◆ Business

Modelhardware

CustomerCompanies and research teams building quantum hardware, fusion systems, advanced sensing, high-field magnets, and next-generation power systems

◆ Notable

  • Raised $2.6 million in pre-seed financing
  • Described as a four-person company
  • Named founder and CEO as Olivia Leng
  • Selected for early testing at the University of Waterloo's Quantum-Nano Fabrication and Characterization Facility

◆ Funding rounds

2 Sept 2026

Led by BDC Capital’s Thrive Venture Fund

With Andrew Talpash, Anthony Lacavera, Christian Weedbrook, Daniel Debow, Dennis Bennie, Eliot Pence, Greg Twinney, Michael Hyatt, Richard Hyatt

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◆ FAQ

What does Meissner do?

Toronto-based startup Meissner raised $2.6 million in pre-seed financing to develop superconducting materials for quantum computing, fusion energy, and other applications.

Where is Meissner based?

Meissner is based in Toronto, Canada, founded in 2025.

How much has Meissner raised?

Meissner has raised $2.6M in tracked funding and is currently at the pre-seed stage.

Who has invested in Meissner?

Investors in Meissner include BDC Capital Thrive Venture Fund, Canadian technology entrepreneurs and Canadian investors.