Last checked Jul 23, 2026
FortNine (FortNine.ca / FortNine Group)fortnine.caFortNine (FortNine.ca / FortNine Group) is currently listed as private-equity-owned.
Ownership & Acquisition History
FortNine is currently controlled by private equity firm Novacap, which acquired a majority stake announced on August 6, 2020.
Notes
- Novacap’s transaction announcement states it acquired an interest in FortNine (Aug 6, 2020).
- Newswire (CNW) version explicitly describes Novacap acquiring a majority stake in FortNine on Aug 6, 2020.
- Novacap’s current portfolio page lists FortNine, supporting that Novacap remains the current owner.
- Founders are identified as Amin and Karim Sawaf in Novacap’s acquisition announcement.
- Founding year (2009) and Montreal location are supported by FortNine’s LinkedIn company profile.
Sources
- Novacap acquiert une participation dans FortNine
Newswire (CNW Telbec) / Novacap Management Inc. - States Novacap acquired a majority stake in FortNine; provides transaction date (Aug 6, 2020) and identifies FortNine website.
- Novacap Acquires Interest in FortNine
PR Newswire / Novacap Management Inc. - Confirms Novacap investment (Aug 6, 2020) and identifies founders Amin and Karim Sawaf; describes company HQ in Montreal, QC.
- Portfolio
Novacap - Lists FortNine as a current Novacap portfolio company (evidence of ongoing ownership).
- FortNine (company profile)
LinkedIn - Supports founding year (2009) and Montreal headquarters.
- https://mergr.com/company/fortnine
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Ownership FAQ
Is FortNine (FortNine.ca / FortNine Group) owned by private equity?
Yes. FortNine (FortNine.ca / FortNine Group) is currently listed as private-equity-owned by Novacap.
Who owns FortNine (FortNine.ca / FortNine Group)?
Novacap (private equity firm) – FortNine is listed as a Novacap portfolio company
When was FortNine (FortNine.ca / FortNine Group) last checked?
This page was last checked on Jul 23, 2026.