Freshr, a Halifax, Canada-based developing sustainable active packaging solutions, raised an undisclosed amount in Seed funding.
Backers included Invest Nova Scotia, Diamond Edge Ventures, Nàdarra Ventures, BDC’s Climate Tech Fund, and Blue Tide Capital Ventures.
The company intends to use the funds to further enhance manufacturing, convert existing partnerships into early revenue, expand its presence globally, and strengthen the team’s business and engineering expertise.
Founded by CEO Mina Mekhail, Freshr Sustainable Technologies develops sustainable active packaging solutions to extend the shelf life of fresh proteins. At the core of its innovation is FreshrPack™, a proprietary coating made from naturally derived ingredients that inhibits spoilage bacteria and extends freshness. This advanced coating can be chemically immobilized onto various packaging films, including compostable, post-consumer recycled, and recyclable materials. Designed to integrate across the fresh food supply chain, FreshrPack™ is available in three formats—Sheet, Roll, and Bag—to meet the diverse needs of industry stakeholders.
FinSMEs
13/05/2025