Claridge Israel is an investment firm focused on growth investments in innovative companies with a technological advantage. The firm was initiated through a partnership between Claridge Inc and la Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ). Claridge Inc, now representing the interests of the Stephen Bronfman family, manages investment interests in sectors including food, technology, energy, entertainment, real estate, and others. It has invested more than $800 million in Israel over the last 20 years and is committed to supporting Israel’s fast-growing, talent-rich economy. CDPQ is a long-term institutional investor that manages funds primarily for public and parapublic pension and insurance plans. As of December 31, 2017, it held $299 billion in net assets. As one of Canada’s leading institutional fund managers, the CDPQ invests globally in major financial markets, private equity, infrastructure, and real estate.