Events Upcoming Events Home Events Home CVCA will be hosting a variety of events in 2025 across Canada. Please be sure to check the calendar below or your inbox for the confirmed dates for events. Please note events listed in the at a glance document are subject to change. View our events at a glance here. CVCA EVENT CALENDAR Venture capital and private equity conferences, networking events and professional development opportunities designed to provide industry insight and a platform for valuable and lasting connections. CVCA Events Partners Events April 2025 Program: VC Governance Program April 17th – 9th April 17th and 24th (virtual) & May 8th and 9th (in-person in Toronto) Now accepting New Applications. Learn More May 2025 Invest Canada 2025 – Canada’s Biggest Event in Venture Capital and Private Equity May 27th – 29th May 27-29, 2025 • Calgary TELUS Convention Centre Join the industry’s most influential leaders for Invest Canada ’25, hosted by CVCA—where strategies are crafted, deals are made, and the future of global investment takes shape. Invest Canada has sold out three years in a row. Don’t miss your chance—sign up for priority ticket access now. Access IC25 Tickets Before the Public April 2025 Business Transition Forum Atlantic April 29th Entrepreneurs, don’t miss BTF Atlantic this year! Whether you’re planning to sell, scale, explore succession options, or seek new opportunities, BTF Atlantic is the hub for learning strategies to grow, scale and transition your business. Access exclusive sessions on April 29, like: Grow, Sell or Stay the Course? Deciding The Right Move For Your Business The AI Advantage: Reshaping Growth & Innovation In Your Business The Journey Of The Deal Led by industry experts such as: George Armoyan, Executive Chairman, G2S2 Capital Inc. Ann-Marie Flinn, President & Founder, Champion Change Agency Grow your business, network and acumen at BTF Atlantic on April 29. As a CVCA member, get an exclusive 25% discount on top of the Early Bird rate with code CVCA25: https://businesstransitionsforum.com/atlantic/pricing-atlantic/ Register Now Securities Compliance & Risk Management Webinar April 30th We’re thrilled to invite you to an exclusive webinar on April 30th 11:00AM – 12:00PM EST, crafted to provide practical, actionable insights into compliance and risk mitigation for today’s venture capital and private equity landscape. As a trusted partner to fund managers, Bizmark, a Canadian Exempt Market Dealer (EMD), brings a deep understanding of the securities regulatory environment to help funds navigate today’s challenges. In this educational session, we’ll cover Essential Risk Mitigation Strategies where you will discover how proactive compliance measures can fortify your fund’s operations and protect against regulatory sanctions and legal risks. Navigate complex regulatory landscapes and simplify compliance processes and organize your fund to avoid registration triggers, allowing your team to focus on growth. Build Trust with investors through transparency and learn how strong compliance frameworks can enhance investor confidence and set your fund apart in a competitive market. There will be a Q&A with Bizmark’s Chief Compliance Officer, so bring your questions for expert insights on managing compliance challenges and best practices. This is a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of risk management essentials, ask questions, and connect with fellow professionals facing similar challenges. 👉 Email [email protected] to reserve your spot for April 30th at 11 AM EST (1 hour). Don’t miss out on this chance to strengthen your compliance strategy. May 2025 SuperReturn: CFO/COO North America | Redefining Operational Excellence For Future Growth May 13th – 15th The connection point for private market C-suite leaders. Advance best practice and shape the future of finance, ops and compliance this May at SuperReturn CFO/COO North America. Join 250+ senior decision makers including 150+ CFOs/COOs/CCOs/CTOs and CROs from leading private capital firms for three days of networking and unmissable content. Our new agenda offers the latest industry insights covering risk management, talent management, LP-GP dynamics, operational best practice, liquidity solutions, navigating changing market conditions and more! Networking has never been easier. Expand your opportunities at drinks receptions and CFO/COO sessions. Hear from 50+ thought leaders from top private equity firms. Expert speakers include WestBridge Capital Partners, Shore Capital Partners, Balbec Capital, MidOcean Partners, NewView Capital and more. May 13-15, 2025 at The Gwen Hotel, Chicago. For more information or to register, call: +44 (0) 20 8052 2013, email: [email protected] or visit the website: https://bit.ly/3CvHRq7. CVCA Members receive 10% off their ticket price with code FKR3588CVCA. Register Now France Invest Delegation | Networking with French Funds May 21st We are pleased to invite CVCA members to an exclusive networking session with a delegation of 18 French investment funds from France Invest. The event will take place on May 21st from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM in Toronto. This is a unique opportunity to connect directly with leading French GPs, explore potential co-investment and cross-border collaboration opportunities, and gain insights into the French and European private capital ecosystem. For more information and to RSVP, please contact: Mathilde Brillu, innovation expert (Embassy of France in Canada): [email protected] Canada Private Markets Meeting May 22nd Canada Private Markets Meeting – May 22, 2025, at the Ritz-Carlton Toronto. Join over 150 senior institutional investors, family offices, and alternative investment professionals in Toronto, to discuss the latest trends, opportunities, and challenges in the evolving private markets landscape. This conference offers a valuable platform to connect with industry leaders, share insights, and explore new investment opportunities in an environment where investors are increasingly seeking alternative investments for diversification and enhanced returns. Register Now June 2025 SuperReturn International June 2nd – 6th Private capital’s most senior gathering. The most senior. The most global. The most LPs. The most connections. Don’t miss your chance to meet more than 5,500+ senior decision-makers, connect with 1,800+ powerful LPs with $50T AUM, and 2,700+ GPs, and hear from an incomparable line-up of 500+ industry heavyweight speakers. A truly global gathering from 70+ countries. View the delegate list & arrange invaluable meetings ahead of time. June 2nd to 6th, 2025 | InterContinental Hotel, Berlin Get the inside track on innovation, ESG, growth, private debt, value, secondaries, investing in sport, private wealth, regeneration and return. LPs already confirmed include AP1, CDPQ, GIC, Helmsley Charitable Trust, OTPP, Zurich Insurance Group and many more. 10% discount for CVCA Members – VIP code: FKR3584CANADIAN. Book now to save! Register Now The Art of Leadership Women June 9th – 26th From glass ceilings and inequality, to ‘leaning in’ and work-life balance, women leaders of today face numerous challenges. As they move up the corporate ladder and take on increased responsibilities, having the right tools and insights in order to pivot in an evolving corporate landscape has never been more essential. In a world of information overload, The Art of Leadership Women focuses on the topics and trends most critical to leaders. This unique one-day conference features a riveting collection of world leaders, business icons, academics, and bestselling authors who inspire action. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn improved ways of leveraging their value, elevating their skills, and developing the strategies required to take their leadership and their organizations to the next level. This conference is not just for women, but for anyone who wants to champion change on behalf of women. Click the link below for each location’s tickets. The Art of Leadership for Women – Calgary – June 9, 2025 | The Art of Leadership for Women – Vancouver – June 10, 2025 | The Art of Leadership for Women – Ottawa – June 25, 2025 | The Art of Leadership for Women – Toronto – June 26, 2025 CVCA Members get $100 off their ticket price with code CVCA45. Young Professionals Committee The YPC is dedicated to bringing together the next generation of industry professionals through a series of all-fun, no-stress events throughout the year. Open to all venture capital and private equity professionals at the sub-partner level, the YPC’s fosters a deeper sense of community and camaraderie among industry peers. Learn more Annual Invest Canada Conference Invest Canada is Canada’s leading and largest venture capital and private equity conference. Produced by the Canadian Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (CVCA), Invest Canada includes high-quality networking, intriguing and inspiring keynote speakers and sessions tailored specifically to venture capital or private equity. Learn more
Program: VC Governance Program April 17th – 9th April 17th and 24th (virtual) & May 8th and 9th (in-person in Toronto) Now accepting New Applications. Learn More
Invest Canada 2025 – Canada’s Biggest Event in Venture Capital and Private Equity May 27th – 29th May 27-29, 2025 • Calgary TELUS Convention Centre Join the industry’s most influential leaders for Invest Canada ’25, hosted by CVCA—where strategies are crafted, deals are made, and the future of global investment takes shape. Invest Canada has sold out three years in a row. Don’t miss your chance—sign up for priority ticket access now. Access IC25 Tickets Before the Public
Business Transition Forum Atlantic April 29th Entrepreneurs, don’t miss BTF Atlantic this year! Whether you’re planning to sell, scale, explore succession options, or seek new opportunities, BTF Atlantic is the hub for learning strategies to grow, scale and transition your business. Access exclusive sessions on April 29, like: Grow, Sell or Stay the Course? Deciding The Right Move For Your Business The AI Advantage: Reshaping Growth & Innovation In Your Business The Journey Of The Deal Led by industry experts such as: George Armoyan, Executive Chairman, G2S2 Capital Inc. Ann-Marie Flinn, President & Founder, Champion Change Agency Grow your business, network and acumen at BTF Atlantic on April 29. As a CVCA member, get an exclusive 25% discount on top of the Early Bird rate with code CVCA25: https://businesstransitionsforum.com/atlantic/pricing-atlantic/ Register Now
Securities Compliance & Risk Management Webinar April 30th We’re thrilled to invite you to an exclusive webinar on April 30th 11:00AM – 12:00PM EST, crafted to provide practical, actionable insights into compliance and risk mitigation for today’s venture capital and private equity landscape. As a trusted partner to fund managers, Bizmark, a Canadian Exempt Market Dealer (EMD), brings a deep understanding of the securities regulatory environment to help funds navigate today’s challenges. In this educational session, we’ll cover Essential Risk Mitigation Strategies where you will discover how proactive compliance measures can fortify your fund’s operations and protect against regulatory sanctions and legal risks. Navigate complex regulatory landscapes and simplify compliance processes and organize your fund to avoid registration triggers, allowing your team to focus on growth. Build Trust with investors through transparency and learn how strong compliance frameworks can enhance investor confidence and set your fund apart in a competitive market. There will be a Q&A with Bizmark’s Chief Compliance Officer, so bring your questions for expert insights on managing compliance challenges and best practices. This is a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of risk management essentials, ask questions, and connect with fellow professionals facing similar challenges. 👉 Email [email protected] to reserve your spot for April 30th at 11 AM EST (1 hour). Don’t miss out on this chance to strengthen your compliance strategy.
SuperReturn: CFO/COO North America | Redefining Operational Excellence For Future Growth May 13th – 15th The connection point for private market C-suite leaders. Advance best practice and shape the future of finance, ops and compliance this May at SuperReturn CFO/COO North America. Join 250+ senior decision makers including 150+ CFOs/COOs/CCOs/CTOs and CROs from leading private capital firms for three days of networking and unmissable content. Our new agenda offers the latest industry insights covering risk management, talent management, LP-GP dynamics, operational best practice, liquidity solutions, navigating changing market conditions and more! Networking has never been easier. Expand your opportunities at drinks receptions and CFO/COO sessions. Hear from 50+ thought leaders from top private equity firms. Expert speakers include WestBridge Capital Partners, Shore Capital Partners, Balbec Capital, MidOcean Partners, NewView Capital and more. May 13-15, 2025 at The Gwen Hotel, Chicago. For more information or to register, call: +44 (0) 20 8052 2013, email: [email protected] or visit the website: https://bit.ly/3CvHRq7. CVCA Members receive 10% off their ticket price with code FKR3588CVCA. Register Now
France Invest Delegation | Networking with French Funds May 21st We are pleased to invite CVCA members to an exclusive networking session with a delegation of 18 French investment funds from France Invest. The event will take place on May 21st from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM in Toronto. This is a unique opportunity to connect directly with leading French GPs, explore potential co-investment and cross-border collaboration opportunities, and gain insights into the French and European private capital ecosystem. For more information and to RSVP, please contact: Mathilde Brillu, innovation expert (Embassy of France in Canada): [email protected]
Canada Private Markets Meeting May 22nd Canada Private Markets Meeting – May 22, 2025, at the Ritz-Carlton Toronto. Join over 150 senior institutional investors, family offices, and alternative investment professionals in Toronto, to discuss the latest trends, opportunities, and challenges in the evolving private markets landscape. This conference offers a valuable platform to connect with industry leaders, share insights, and explore new investment opportunities in an environment where investors are increasingly seeking alternative investments for diversification and enhanced returns. Register Now
SuperReturn International June 2nd – 6th Private capital’s most senior gathering. The most senior. The most global. The most LPs. The most connections. Don’t miss your chance to meet more than 5,500+ senior decision-makers, connect with 1,800+ powerful LPs with $50T AUM, and 2,700+ GPs, and hear from an incomparable line-up of 500+ industry heavyweight speakers. A truly global gathering from 70+ countries. View the delegate list & arrange invaluable meetings ahead of time. June 2nd to 6th, 2025 | InterContinental Hotel, Berlin Get the inside track on innovation, ESG, growth, private debt, value, secondaries, investing in sport, private wealth, regeneration and return. LPs already confirmed include AP1, CDPQ, GIC, Helmsley Charitable Trust, OTPP, Zurich Insurance Group and many more. 10% discount for CVCA Members – VIP code: FKR3584CANADIAN. Book now to save! Register Now
The Art of Leadership Women June 9th – 26th From glass ceilings and inequality, to ‘leaning in’ and work-life balance, women leaders of today face numerous challenges. As they move up the corporate ladder and take on increased responsibilities, having the right tools and insights in order to pivot in an evolving corporate landscape has never been more essential. In a world of information overload, The Art of Leadership Women focuses on the topics and trends most critical to leaders. This unique one-day conference features a riveting collection of world leaders, business icons, academics, and bestselling authors who inspire action. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn improved ways of leveraging their value, elevating their skills, and developing the strategies required to take their leadership and their organizations to the next level. This conference is not just for women, but for anyone who wants to champion change on behalf of women. Click the link below for each location’s tickets. The Art of Leadership for Women – Calgary – June 9, 2025 | The Art of Leadership for Women – Vancouver – June 10, 2025 | The Art of Leadership for Women – Ottawa – June 25, 2025 | The Art of Leadership for Women – Toronto – June 26, 2025 CVCA Members get $100 off their ticket price with code CVCA45.