Fueling the Economy of the Future by Empowering the Businesses of Today

Who We Are

Our members are the investors behind the creation of thousands of jobs, the advancement of innovative technologies, and the strengthening of local economies across the country. They are the backbone of Canada’s entrepreneurial spirit, supporting businesses from startup to global expansion. CVCA proudly champions these investors, standing at their side on a mission to build a prosperous and innovative Canada.

 

What We Deliver:

Policy & Advocacy

We champion Canada’s innovation and growth ecosystems, ensuring access to vital capital, top talent, and competitive tax policies. Our policy guidance fosters an environment where private capital drives economic growth and job creation.

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Connection

Our approach goes beyond typical networking events. By leveraging our dynamic network that spans multiple industries and borders, we facilitate powerful partnerships and collaboration opportunities, ensuring CVCA members are always at the forefront of market developments.

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Research & Data

Our research and CVCA Intelligence provide critical insights and analyses, including quarterly market reports. This data empowers professionals and analysts to make informed decisions and drive economic growth.

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Essential Resources

Empower your professional growth with evolving development programs, industry model documents, and best practices. Stay informed with industry updates and navigate regulatory shifts with our insights. We aim to keep you one step ahead, freeing you to focus on your business.

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Transforming Canadian Communities Through Private Capital

Explore the transformative impact of private capital investments in your community. Use our interactive map, powered by CVCA Intelligence, to see how venture capital and private equity have fueled growth, innovation, and job creation across Canada from 2013 to the present.

Private capital invests in Canada

Over CAD $275B has been invested across more than 7,000 Canadian companies since 2013.

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Alberta

357 companies have received CAD $43.5B in private equity investments since 2013.

46 private equity firms are headquartered in the province.

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British Columbia

353 companies have received CAD $14.1B in private equity investments since 2013.

36 private equity firms are headquartered in the province.

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Manitoba

34 companies have received CAD $1.1B in private equity investments since 2013.

2 private equity firms are headquartered in the province.

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New Brunswick

14 companies have received CAD $4.3B in private equity investments since 2013.

0 private equity firms are headquartered in the province.

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Newfoundland and Labrador

17 companies have received CAD $145M in private equity investments since 2013.

0 private equity firms are headquartered in the province.

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Nova Scotia

21 companies have received CAD $311M in private equity investments since 2013.

2 private equity firms are headquartered in the province.

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Nunavut

0 companies have received CAD $0M in private equity investments since 2013.

0 private equity firms are headquartered in the province.

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Ontario

874 companies have received CAD $66.9B in private equity investments since 2013.

140 private equity firms are headquartered in the province.

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Prince Edward Island

2 companies have received CAD $52M in private equity investments since 2013.

0 private equity firms are headquartered in the province.

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Quebec

2307 companies have received CAD $78.7B in private equity investments since 2013.

47 private equity firms are headquartered in the province.

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Saskatchewan

64 companies have received CAD $1.5B in private equity investments since 2013.

2 private equity firms are headquartered in the province.

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Yukon

0 companies have received CAD $0M in private equity investments since 2013.

0 private equity firms are headquartered in the province.

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Northwest Territories

0 companies have received CAD $0M in private equity investments since 2013.

0 private equity firms are headquartered in the province.

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Alberta

300 companies have received CAD $3.9B in venture capital investments since 2013.

50 venture capital firms are headquartered in the province.

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British Columbia

474 companies have received CAD $11.4B in venture capital investments since 2013.

101 venture capital firms are headquartered in the province.

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Manitoba

22 companies have received CAD $432M in venture capital investments since 2013.

3 venture capital firms are headquartered in the province.

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New Brunswick

100 companies have received CAD $474M in venture capital investments since 2013.

2 venture capital firms are headquartered in the province.

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Newfoundland and Labrador

29 companies have received CAD $742M in venture capital investments since 2013.

1 venture capital firm is headquartered in the province.

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Nova Scotia

129 companies have received CAD $856M in venture capital investments since 2013.

10 venture capital firms are headquartered in the province.

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Nunavut

0 companies have received CAD $0M in venture capital investments since 2013.

0 venture capital firms are headquartered in the province.

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Ontario

1213 companies have received CAD $29.2B in venture capital investments since 2013.

225 venture capital firms are headquartered in the province.

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Prince Edward Island

12 companies have received CAD $25M in venture capital investments since 2013.

3 venture capital firms are headquartered in the province.

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Quebec

714 companies have received CAD $16.9B in venture capital investments since 2013.

92 venture capital firms are headquartered in the province.

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Saskatchewan

45 companies have received CAD $610M in venture capital investments since 2013.

7 venture capital firms are headquartered in the province.

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Yukon

1 company has received CAD $1M in venture capital investments since 2013.

0 venture capital firms are headquartered in the province.

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Northwest Territories

0 companies have received CAD $0M in venture capital investments since 2013.

0 venture capital firms are headquartered in the province.

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CVCA INTELLIGENCE

Your Strategic Advantage in Private Capital

CVCA members and subscribers rely on CVCA Intelligence to report data, access strategic investment information, and leverage data-driven benchmarks to enhance returns. As the industry authority, contributors confidently submit aggregate data, providing the most accurate and current market insights.

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