# Blue Ant Media

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/blue-ant-media

- Industry: Media
- Headquarters: Toronto, Canada
- Website: www.blueantmedia.ca
- Total disclosed funding: $12M
- Latest round: Series B (Jul 12, 2013)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

Blue Ant Media Inc. is a global content company that focuses on the creation, acquisition, and monetization of premium media content, offering diverse services across multiple platforms.Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Blue Ant Media Inc. operates as a global content company that specializes in producing and distributing high-quality media content. The company has secured a total of 5 deals, with the most recent deal occurring on January 20, 2021, during which it raised USD 16.2 mn through a funding round led by Fairfax Financial, alongside investor Torstar Corporation. The founder has not been specified in the available information.Blue Ant Media operates as a global content company, specializing in the creation, acquisition, and monetization of premium media content. The company’s main offerings include Blue Ant Studios, which produces and distributes high-quality content worldwide, and a diversified portfolio of Global Channels and Streaming services featuring seven international media brands. Additionally, Blue Ant Media curates a selection of Canadian media brands and organizes consumer shows, targeting audiences in over 100 countries across more than 300 platforms. The end users of these services range from content consumers to businesses seeking advertising opportunities, indicating a broad client base that spans various geographical markets, including North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia.Blue Ant Media generates revenue through multiple channels, primarily through its content distribution and media services. The company engages in business transactions with clients via a combination of B2B partnerships and direct-to-consumer sales, facilitating access to its content offerings. Revenue stems from subscription models, advertising partnerships, and distribution agreements with retailers and streaming platforms. The structured pricing varies based on the specific services utilized, with potential flagship content offerings commanding premium rates in the marketplace. This diversified revenue model enables Blue Ant Media to capitalize on trends in the media landscape while providing value to its partners and consumers alike.In January 2021, Blue Ant Media Inc. raised USD 16.2 mn in venture funding to support its strategic initiatives. The company plans to enhance its product offerings and expand its reach into new markets, with a particular focus on increasing its presence in North America, Europe, and parts of Asia. Specific upcoming products have not been detailed, but the recent funding is expected to bolster these endeavors as Blue Ant Media continues to leverage its existing strengths in content creation and distribution.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Jul 12, 2013, $12M — Relay Ventures, GMP Securities, Torstar Corporation, Orion Digital Corp.

## Investors

- Relay Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/relay-ventures) — Series B
- GMP Securities — Series B
- Torstar Corporation — Series B
- Orion Digital Corp. (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/orion-digital-corp) — Series B