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The Canadian Venture Capital & Private Equity Association (CVCA) – representing the private capital industry in Canada.
Evergreen funds are multiplying, but outcomes are diverging. HarbourVest Partners highlights seven ways these structures can misfire and the markers of disciplined management. Read: central.cvca.ca/opinion/seve...
Overcoming the Seven Sins of Evergreen Investing
Evergreen funds are rising, but risks vary. Learn the seven major pitfalls managers face and the best practices investors should look for.
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November 24, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Evergreen funds are multiplying, but outcomes are diverging. HarbourVest Partners highlights seven ways these structures can misfire and the markers of disciplined management. Read: central.cvca.ca/opinion/seve...
CVCA Members, register now for a CVCA Emerging GPs Only Lunch on December 5 in Toronto, with presentations and discussions in partnership with KPMG Canada and RBCx!
Check your inbox for the details and secure your spot today.
Check your inbox for the details and secure your spot today.
November 20, 2025 at 7:08 PM
CVCA Members, register now for a CVCA Emerging GPs Only Lunch on December 5 in Toronto, with presentations and discussions in partnership with KPMG Canada and RBCx!
Check your inbox for the details and secure your spot today.
Check your inbox for the details and secure your spot today.
Nominations are open for the Canadian Women in Private Capital Awards, celebrating women driving impact across Canada’s private capital industry!
Deadline: Dec. 17, 2025
Submit a nomination: www.cvca.ca/resources/aw...
Deadline: Dec. 17, 2025
Submit a nomination: www.cvca.ca/resources/aw...
November 17, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Nominations are open for the Canadian Women in Private Capital Awards, celebrating women driving impact across Canada’s private capital industry!
Deadline: Dec. 17, 2025
Submit a nomination: www.cvca.ca/resources/aw...
Deadline: Dec. 17, 2025
Submit a nomination: www.cvca.ca/resources/aw...
Cyber risk is shaping how firms protect value across diligence, ownership and exit. Key takeaways from the PE breakout at Invest Canada '25. Read more: central.cvca.ca/uncategorize...
How Private Equity Can Protect Portfolio Value in a Cyber Risk Era
Cyber risk has become a strategic ownership issue in private equity. Firms are embedding resilience into diligence, governance, and value creation to protect portfolio value.
central.cvca.ca
November 13, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Cyber risk is shaping how firms protect value across diligence, ownership and exit. Key takeaways from the PE breakout at Invest Canada '25. Read more: central.cvca.ca/uncategorize...
Cut through the hype and get clear on what drives AI value.
The Pulse on AI, presented by Alberta Enterprise Corporation (AEC), breaks down machine learning fundamentals and today's hottest topics.
Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
The Pulse on AI, presented by Alberta Enterprise Corporation (AEC), breaks down machine learning fundamentals and today's hottest topics.
Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
November 12, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Cut through the hype and get clear on what drives AI value.
The Pulse on AI, presented by Alberta Enterprise Corporation (AEC), breaks down machine learning fundamentals and today's hottest topics.
Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
The Pulse on AI, presented by Alberta Enterprise Corporation (AEC), breaks down machine learning fundamentals and today's hottest topics.
Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
CVCA’s Q3 2025 market reports are now available.
Venture Capital
$1.8B | 123 deals (Q3)
$4.9B | 386 deals (YTD)
Private Equity
$25.4B | 151 deals (Q3)
$56.5B | 483 deals (YTD)
Full reports:
Venture Capital
$1.8B | 123 deals (Q3)
$4.9B | 386 deals (YTD)
Private Equity
$25.4B | 151 deals (Q3)
$56.5B | 483 deals (YTD)
Full reports:
Q3 2025 Canadian Venture Capital Market Overview
CVCA
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November 12, 2025 at 11:00 AM
CVCA’s Q3 2025 market reports are now available.
Venture Capital
$1.8B | 123 deals (Q3)
$4.9B | 386 deals (YTD)
Private Equity
$25.4B | 151 deals (Q3)
$56.5B | 483 deals (YTD)
Full reports:
Venture Capital
$1.8B | 123 deals (Q3)
$4.9B | 386 deals (YTD)
Private Equity
$25.4B | 151 deals (Q3)
$56.5B | 483 deals (YTD)
Full reports:
Join us this Wednesday, Nov 6, at 12 PM ET for insights on cross-border secondaries transactions from experts at Bennett Jones, Kirkland & Ellis, and PJT Partners.
Register now: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Register now: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
November 3, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Join us this Wednesday, Nov 6, at 12 PM ET for insights on cross-border secondaries transactions from experts at Bennett Jones, Kirkland & Ellis, and PJT Partners.
Register now: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Register now: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Join us this Wednesday, Nov 6, at 12 PM ET for insights on cross-border secondaries transactions from experts at Bennett Jones, Kirkland & Ellis, and PJT Partners.
Register now: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Register now: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
November 3, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Join us this Wednesday, Nov 6, at 12 PM ET for insights on cross-border secondaries transactions from experts at Bennett Jones, Kirkland & Ellis, and PJT Partners.
Register now: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Register now: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Global volatility and shifting monetary policy are reshaping how private capital moves. Experts at Invest Canada ’25 shared what these changes mean for investors and strategy.
Read more: central.cvca.ca/invest-canad...
Read more: central.cvca.ca/invest-canad...
How Private Capital Investors Are Adapting to Global and Domestic Shifts
Experts at Invest Canada ’25 examined how global volatility, interest rate shifts, and evolving investor expectations are reshaping private capital strategies in Canada and abroad.
central.cvca.ca
October 30, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Global volatility and shifting monetary policy are reshaping how private capital moves. Experts at Invest Canada ’25 shared what these changes mean for investors and strategy.
Read more: central.cvca.ca/invest-canad...
Read more: central.cvca.ca/invest-canad...
How are venture firms adapting to longer holding periods, tighter liquidity, and rising LP expectations?
Join us November 12 at 12 PM ET for The Adaptive VC as we explore the shift from traditional investing to hands-on company building.
Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Join us November 12 at 12 PM ET for The Adaptive VC as we explore the shift from traditional investing to hands-on company building.
Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
October 29, 2025 at 6:22 PM
How are venture firms adapting to longer holding periods, tighter liquidity, and rising LP expectations?
Join us November 12 at 12 PM ET for The Adaptive VC as we explore the shift from traditional investing to hands-on company building.
Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Join us November 12 at 12 PM ET for The Adaptive VC as we explore the shift from traditional investing to hands-on company building.
Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Registration is now open for the Montréal stop in CVCA’s Fall Social Series with Reseau Capital x EspaceCDPQ, presented with Deloitte.
One of the biggest stops on the tour and it sells out quickly, happening Nov. 13! Members, check your inbox for your registration link.
One of the biggest stops on the tour and it sells out quickly, happening Nov. 13! Members, check your inbox for your registration link.
October 9, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Registration is now open for the Montréal stop in CVCA’s Fall Social Series with Reseau Capital x EspaceCDPQ, presented with Deloitte.
One of the biggest stops on the tour and it sells out quickly, happening Nov. 13! Members, check your inbox for your registration link.
One of the biggest stops on the tour and it sells out quickly, happening Nov. 13! Members, check your inbox for your registration link.
Canada produces the companies and the deals. What it lacks is the capital depth to hold onto the rewards. Growth created here too often becomes ownership elsewhere. The coming years will decide if that pattern continues: central.cvca.ca/policy-advoc...
Canada Must Scale Proven Investment Tools to Keep Innovation at Home
Canada risks losing its innovation gains abroad. Budget 2025 must scale proven investment tools to keep ownership and growth at home.
central.cvca.ca
October 6, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Canada produces the companies and the deals. What it lacks is the capital depth to hold onto the rewards. Growth created here too often becomes ownership elsewhere. The coming years will decide if that pattern continues: central.cvca.ca/policy-advoc...
Thanks to Deloitte for sponsoring our Vancouver Social last night. CVCA members, the next stop is Calgary on Oct 2, sponsored by Deloitte, AEC, and FASKEN, hosted with Platform Calgary. Check your inbox for registration!
September 26, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Thanks to Deloitte for sponsoring our Vancouver Social last night. CVCA members, the next stop is Calgary on Oct 2, sponsored by Deloitte, AEC, and FASKEN, hosted with Platform Calgary. Check your inbox for registration!
Switching fund administrators is not simple. When reporting accuracy, responsiveness, and reputation are at stake, a well-managed transition can protect investor confidence and unlock long-term value.
More on CVCA Central:
More on CVCA Central:
Transitioning to a New Fund Administrator: What You Need to Know
central.cvca.ca
September 25, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Switching fund administrators is not simple. When reporting accuracy, responsiveness, and reputation are at stake, a well-managed transition can protect investor confidence and unlock long-term value.
More on CVCA Central:
More on CVCA Central:
Invest Canada ’26 Planning Committee announced for May 26–28 in Halifax. For 45+ years the event has brought Canada’s private capital leaders together and has sold out four years straight. Registration opens in February. Sign up to be notified when tickets go on sale: conference.cvca.ca
September 24, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Invest Canada ’26 Planning Committee announced for May 26–28 in Halifax. For 45+ years the event has brought Canada’s private capital leaders together and has sold out four years straight. Registration opens in February. Sign up to be notified when tickets go on sale: conference.cvca.ca
Coffee & Capital returns Oct. 15 in TO. PE members will hear from executives who have led PE-backed companies through growth, operations and exits, with a focus on value creation across the investment cycle, moderated by BDO Canada.
Registration details have been sent by email to CVCA PE members.
Registration details have been sent by email to CVCA PE members.
September 17, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Coffee & Capital returns Oct. 15 in TO. PE members will hear from executives who have led PE-backed companies through growth, operations and exits, with a focus on value creation across the investment cycle, moderated by BDO Canada.
Registration details have been sent by email to CVCA PE members.
Registration details have been sent by email to CVCA PE members.
Invest Canada '26 is coming to Halifax this May.
Join Canada's private capital leaders for connections and insights that matter most in VC and PE. Four consecutive sellouts, record LP participation.
Registration opens in early 2026. Sign up for early access: conference.cvca.ca
Join Canada's private capital leaders for connections and insights that matter most in VC and PE. Four consecutive sellouts, record LP participation.
Registration opens in early 2026. Sign up for early access: conference.cvca.ca
September 17, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Invest Canada '26 is coming to Halifax this May.
Join Canada's private capital leaders for connections and insights that matter most in VC and PE. Four consecutive sellouts, record LP participation.
Registration opens in early 2026. Sign up for early access: conference.cvca.ca
Join Canada's private capital leaders for connections and insights that matter most in VC and PE. Four consecutive sellouts, record LP participation.
Registration opens in early 2026. Sign up for early access: conference.cvca.ca
Seed and pre-seed activity in Canada is shifting after the 2021–2023 highs. Our 2025 report updates trends in deal sizes, sectors, provinces, and foreign participation.
Explore the data: central.cvca.ca/2025-report-...
Explore the data: central.cvca.ca/2025-report-...
Report: The Current State of Seed Investing in Canada in 2025
central.cvca.ca
September 11, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Seed and pre-seed activity in Canada is shifting after the 2021–2023 highs. Our 2025 report updates trends in deal sizes, sectors, provinces, and foreign participation.
Explore the data: central.cvca.ca/2025-report-...
Explore the data: central.cvca.ca/2025-report-...
In January, Novacap raised over US$1B for its first digital infrastructure fund. CVCA sat down with the team to unpack their strategy, fundraising challenges, and where they see growth opportunities. Full interview: central.cvca.ca/an-interview...
An Interview With Novacap: Behind the Launch of Its First Digital…
central.cvca.ca
September 4, 2025 at 1:57 PM
In January, Novacap raised over US$1B for its first digital infrastructure fund. CVCA sat down with the team to unpack their strategy, fundraising challenges, and where they see growth opportunities. Full interview: central.cvca.ca/an-interview...
Ironbridge Equity Partners wins CVCA’s 2025 PE Regional Impact Award for Western Canada, sponsored by KALOS LLP for its investment in Midland Appliance. The partnership more than doubled revenue, grew EBITDA by 40 percent, and delivered a top decile exit. Full story: central.cvca.ca/ironbridge-e...
Ironbridge Equity Partners Wins 2025 PE Regional Impact Award,…
central.cvca.ca
August 28, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Ironbridge Equity Partners wins CVCA’s 2025 PE Regional Impact Award for Western Canada, sponsored by KALOS LLP for its investment in Midland Appliance. The partnership more than doubled revenue, grew EBITDA by 40 percent, and delivered a top decile exit. Full story: central.cvca.ca/ironbridge-e...
Register for the first two stops in CVCA’s Fall Social Series, presented in partnership with Deloitte. These CVCA member-only events are your chance to connect with peers & catch up on the latest across Canada’s private capital community!
CVCA Members: Check your email for registration details!
CVCA Members: Check your email for registration details!
August 27, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Register for the first two stops in CVCA’s Fall Social Series, presented in partnership with Deloitte. These CVCA member-only events are your chance to connect with peers & catch up on the latest across Canada’s private capital community!
CVCA Members: Check your email for registration details!
CVCA Members: Check your email for registration details!
New CVCA member PowerUp Leadership partners with PE-backed firms to align leadership, culture, and HR with scale. See their profile on CVCA Central:
CVCA New Member Profile: PowerUp Leadership
central.cvca.ca
August 26, 2025 at 1:03 PM
New CVCA member PowerUp Leadership partners with PE-backed firms to align leadership, culture, and HR with scale. See their profile on CVCA Central:
PFM Capital wins CVCA’s 2025 PE Regional Impact Award for the Prairies, sponsored by KALOS LLP, for its investment in All-Fab Group. The partnership delivered significant growth, six acquisitions, and a successful exit to RONA Inc. Full story: central.cvca.ca/pfm-capital-...
PFM Capital Wins 2025 PE Regional Impact Award, Prairies, for All-Fab…
central.cvca.ca
August 21, 2025 at 12:59 PM
PFM Capital wins CVCA’s 2025 PE Regional Impact Award for the Prairies, sponsored by KALOS LLP, for its investment in All-Fab Group. The partnership delivered significant growth, six acquisitions, and a successful exit to RONA Inc. Full story: central.cvca.ca/pfm-capital-...
Novacap wins CVCA’s 2025 PE Regional Impact Award for Central Canada, sponsored by KALOS LLP, for its investment in Plusgrade. The partnership accelerated global growth and positioned Plusgrade for a successful deal with General Atlantic in 2024. Full story: central.cvca.ca/novacap-wins...
August 14, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Novacap wins CVCA’s 2025 PE Regional Impact Award for Central Canada, sponsored by KALOS LLP, for its investment in Plusgrade. The partnership accelerated global growth and positioned Plusgrade for a successful deal with General Atlantic in 2024. Full story: central.cvca.ca/novacap-wins...
The CVCA has published its H1 2025 Venture Capital and Private Equity Market Overviews.
VC: $2.9B across 254 deals, life sciences and record venture debt stand out
PE: $30.85B across 322 deals, surpassing 2024 totals
Full Reports:
VC: $2.9B across 254 deals, life sciences and record venture debt stand out
PE: $30.85B across 322 deals, surpassing 2024 totals
Full Reports:
H1 2025 Canadian VC & PE Market Overviews
www.cvca.ca
August 13, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The CVCA has published its H1 2025 Venture Capital and Private Equity Market Overviews.
VC: $2.9B across 254 deals, life sciences and record venture debt stand out
PE: $30.85B across 322 deals, surpassing 2024 totals
Full Reports:
VC: $2.9B across 254 deals, life sciences and record venture debt stand out
PE: $30.85B across 322 deals, surpassing 2024 totals
Full Reports: