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BDC Capital — Growth Equity Partner
Equity investment for Canadian growth businesses
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : June 27, 2022
Location
Canada
Overview
Equity investment support is available to help established Canadian growth businesses accelerate expansion and ownership transition. Funding ranges from $3M to $45M and can support growth capital or acquisitions.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Access new markets
- Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : June 27, 2022
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Growth capital investments for established Canadian businesses.
- Ownership transition support through equity investment.
- Secondary share purchases and follow-on growth capital.
Documents Needed
- Contact form submission details.
- Business information and contact information.
- Financial and fundraising information.
- Project description and innovation summary.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian mid-market growth businesses
- Established, profitable companies
- Businesses seeking growth capital or ownership transition
Eligible expenses
There are eligible expenses for this grant. The grant covers expenses related to:
- Technology and innovation investments
- Marketing and sales expansion
- Acquisition of equipment
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Demonstrated market presence and proven business model.
- Experienced and financially committed management team.
- Positive EBITDA and stable financial results.
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the online contact form.
- Provide contact details, company information, and business data.
- Describe your project and innovation.
- Step 2: Submit your request.
- Use the form's Submit button to send the application.
- Step 3: Await a response from BDC.
- BDC reviews submissions and contacts applicants in order of priority.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed in order of priority.
- Response times may be slower due to high volume.
- BDC contacts selected applicants for the next steps.
Additional information
- Non-controlling equity investment.
- Access to board-level and operational guidance.
- Potential access to follow-on capital.
Frequently Asked Questions about the BDC Capital — Growth Equity Partner Program
What is the BDC Capital — Growth Equity Partner?
Equity investment support is available to help established Canadian growth businesses accelerate expansion and ownership transition. Funding ranges from $3M to $45M and can support growth capital or acquisitions.
Who is eligible for the BDC Capital — Growth Equity Partner program?
To be eligible for the BDC Capital — Growth Equity Partner program, you must:
Established, profitable business
Proven business model
Experienced management team
What expenses are eligible under BDC Capital — Growth Equity Partner?
Growth capital investments for established Canadian businesses.
Ownership transition support through equity investment.
Secondary share purchases and follow-on growth capital.
Who can I contact for more information about the BDC Capital — Growth Equity Partner?
You can contact Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC).
Where is the BDC Capital — Growth Equity Partner available?
The BDC Capital — Growth Equity Partner program is available across Canada.
Is the BDC Capital — Growth Equity Partner a grant, loan, or tax credit?
BDC Capital — Growth Equity Partner is a Loans and Capital investments
Who are the financial supporters of the BDC Capital — Growth Equity Partner?
BDC Capital — Growth Equity Partner is funded by Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)